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Forum: Gallery 08-06-2011, 02:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,348
Posted By fishmagnet
top is sprayed, bottom rolled, interior rolled...

top is sprayed, bottom rolled, interior rolled Sprayed gel coat on new transom
Forum: Performance 08-06-2011, 02:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 907
Posted By fishmagnet
at 4200 I am burning 8.5-10 gph.. depending on...

at 4200 I am burning 8.5-10 gph.. depending on load, seas etc.
Forum: Performance 08-05-2011, 11:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 907
Posted By fishmagnet
for an update.. just went out last night. 24...

for an update.. just went out last night. 24 miles total, 9 gallons = 2.67mpg.. decent sized swells ( trim tabs down a ways) we were going against at 24.5 mph when we went North.. flattened out for...
Forum: Gallery 08-04-2011, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,348
Posted By fishmagnet
thanks!

thanks!
Forum: Performance 08-04-2011, 09:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 907
Posted By fishmagnet
Well i guess that depends on what size tank you...

Well i guess that depends on what size tank you got! I made mine 85 usable gallons... in flat/calm i get a touch over 3mpg... i like to figure mine out at
80 gal x 2.2 = 176 mile range.. which for...
Forum: Performance 08-03-2011, 06:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 907
Posted By fishmagnet
my merc 175 black max on a 78 V20 in moderate...

my merc 175 black max on a 78 V20 in moderate seas with three people onboard burns 9.5 to 10 gph.. at 25-26mph.. this is direct info from my flowscan and has been accurate
Forum: Repairs 08-03-2011, 09:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,616
Posted By fishmagnet
great work! We used NidaBond for our transom...

great work! We used NidaBond for our transom repair... Worked out very good as they are similar products. The removal of old wood SUCKED... alot to drilling, cutting, scrapping. vacuuming. But now...
Forum: Modifications 08-03-2011, 09:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,048
Posted By fishmagnet
Well.. our first trip = no trim tabs ... decent...

Well.. our first trip = no trim tabs ... decent ride, thought it was good
second trip = TRIM TABS!!

They are amazing! like already stated.. faster plane, stability, ride control and the ability...
Forum: Performance 08-02-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,238
Posted By fishmagnet
thats doing pretty good.. (if numbers are...

thats doing pretty good.. (if numbers are correct!) Mine does about 35 WOT with 2ppl.. But my stern is heavy due to the NidaBond transom and 32 gal bait tank that sits in the old engine well. I also...
Forum: Gallery 08-02-2011, 08:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,348
Posted By fishmagnet
ya.. and i still have 2 more on each side in the...

ya.. and i still have 2 more on each side in the back to put on, 2 in the front (since i like to fish above cuddy) and 1 on the lookout hoop.. To be honest the 9 that are on the top is not really...
Forum: Gallery 08-01-2011, 09:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,348
Posted By fishmagnet
Great work WOLF!! I love my boat!! it is getting...

Great work WOLF!! I love my boat!! it is getting almost 3mpg with the 175hp Merc.. One of the next projects is the cuddy door and then i will probably repaint the floor using hurculiner (for truck...
Forum: Modifications 10-04-2010, 09:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,217
Posted By fishmagnet
the best way to pull from both tanks is to have a...

the best way to pull from both tanks is to have a 1gallon or so "sump" tank that both saddle fill.. However this only works if your pickups are on the bottom of the tank
Forum: Gallery 09-26-2010, 09:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,348
Posted By fishmagnet
The New Fishmagnet!

1978 V20 Full rebuild. I would like a gallery to post some new ideas and pics! Nidabond pourable transom, New electrical, paint, Merc 175 Black Max, Trim Tabs, fiberglass work, bracket/swim step...
Forum: Classifieds 09-26-2010, 09:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 209
Posted By fishmagnet
Belly Fuel Tanks

two used but excellent condition belly fuel tanks. (Just need to be wiped down)

1- approx 30 gal measures 48Lx30Wx8H $100


1- approx 25 gal measures 36Lx31.75x8.5H ...
Forum: Repairs 09-10-2010, 12:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 331
Posted By fishmagnet
They can be welded... I am a welder and have done...

They can be welded... I am a welder and have done many for a local boat shop. The material looks poor, however it TIG welds pretty well.. I have repaired them with 6061, 5052, 3003 aluminum with NO...
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