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Looking for 1 used daiwa 27 SG linecounter. John

Posting for a friend.... 1969 14' mirrocraft (lime green) good shape (not a deep fisherman model) 1973 sea king trailer (average) 1988 15 hp electric start 15hp johnson...runs great..good condition full cover hummingbird LCR Asking $1500, negotiable. Located in Fredonia NY Call Gary 716-679-9320

The bottom of my boat is painted with Abaltive Copolymer paint. The kind that will rub off on your hand. Anyway, I'm at the point that it needs to be completely repainted, and the marina soaked me last time, so I'm going to try it myself this time. I know that the surface has to be sanded....I'm wondering if this is basically just to "scuff" it or does it really need to be taken down? Anyone have tips on this? Thanks.

Original deal fell through, so I have 4 remaining Daiwa Heartland rigger rods. 8'6", medium, brand new in November 2006, never used. Got a deal on some other rods I couldn't pass. Asking $20 each. Also, 1 Okuma Magda Pro 30LC, new in 2005, very little use. $30. John

If the 2 mentioned are full, you could try Wiley's Marina 585-682-4552 Its a bit farther up the creek, but she might have space. John

Jax....If you are still interested let me know. John

For sale: 1985 340 Sea Ray Express Ready to fish including..... twin 454's radar/radar arch with multiple rod holders 3 electric proos riggers chartplotter furuno video depthfinder full top/side/aft in very good condition stored inside..winters This boat is extremely clean and well maintained. Call Dan at 716-672-5868 or 716-672-9188 Asking $37000. Owners new boat is here...willing to discuss.....

Go to their web and look at the regs.....#27 deals with the need to possess a license. John

Sluggo: Ameracan dates are the same weekend as last year....July 14/15. Con club is Aug 3-5....limited to 100 boats and they anticipate a full field. The 1 piece 7' feels pretty good, and I'm leaning towards it. Have 8' that I run leadcore on off the boards and its about the same action. Just not sure about the shorter rod...... John

Just wondering what you guys prefer for the lengths of your planer board rods. Have a chance to make a switch, and just trying to decide if I should go with a 1 piece 7 footer...? Thanks. John

For sale: 2 Daiwa Great Lakes 47 LC, good condition. $50 each. 1 Okuma Magda 30 LC, 2 years old. Limited use, very good condition. $30.00 John

Sale pending on all of the Heartlands. Firewolfs are still available.

I am located in Dunkirk. Firewolfs, by the way are the ML862. John

I have: 8 Daiwa Heartlands, HL-D862MS-G, 8'6" downrigger rods....purchased new in the 11/2006. Never used. $20 each. 3 Daiwa Firewolf rods, new in 2005, 8'6" rigger rods, new condition, only used 2-3 times. $20.00 John Forbes

Does anyone have experience using the Okuma Convectors? How do they compare to the older Diawa 47's? Thanks.

This weekend....

I had the fishhawk for 5 seasons. Liked it but it LOVED the batteries. Bought the depth raider last year.....very happy. Do yourself a favor and get the raider. john

Will be at the Conservation Club, foot of North Mullet Street West end of Dunkirk Harbor. Turn by the Country Fair store. If you have any questions, I guess you could run them through me. No set format or anything like that. Last year we had about 10-12 guys set up tables.

Thanks guys. I got the replacement flaps last year at a marine store and they were too stiff to work correctly. I know the ones with the balls, and have been thinking about that. I have 1 pump in the aft and another midships, so a 3rd would be just for emergency. I think I'm really leaning towards blocking it, and the sheet metal would probably be the best bet....something like a piece of tin? Alumimun siding? John

My boat has scuppers, just above the waterline. When I get several big guys in the back, the flaps don't close tight enough to make a complete seal, so I get some water coming in. Also, had the rear bilge fail last year and once the rainwater filled that up enough to weigh the boat down, water came in as well. Darn near had a major problem. Anyway, I thinking of blocking the scuppers and going with a second rear bilge. Looking for a thin material to replace the flaps with that would seal, and also stand up to sun and water. Any ideas? John

3rd Annual NCCC Walleye Derby (dunkirk) August 3-5, 2007. $100 entry fee; max 100 teams. Teams can have up to 4 members, but at least 2 and no more than 3 can fish per day. Double Format. Teams may enter 1 walleye per member per day. Each fish counts for the individual weight by the angler, and the total for the team carries each day. End payout is for top 20 by weight, and there also is a team prize structure. Year 1 was about 30 boats, Year 2 was 72 boats or so. They are anticipating a full field this year. For information, contact Jules Thurn at 716-363-0345 or the club at 716-366-8836.

The Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club in Dunkirk will be holding a fishing/outdoor equipment flea market on Sunday,March 18th. Set up 11:30-noon; runs 12-4 pm. Limit 2 tables per person. No fee or admission charge. Just a way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Refreshments are available at the club bar.

I'll second the recommendation of Sea Tech. Very thorough!

School Business Administrator and part-time charter captain.

Reel Diel: If you are sick, you must be contagious...... 6 rigger combos/27H reels 2 rigger rods/47SLG 4 planner rods/47LC 4 leadcore rigs/47 LC 4 diver rods/47LC 1 10 color rod/PennGTI 10 spinning rods/reels 2 baitcasters 2 fly rods/reels....(gulp! that I have never used!) Not to mention the 8 riggers rods that are in various stages of being sold.....Come to think of it I don't feel so good Whatever you do, don't make the next poll ask how many lures we have! John