Be sure to wear rubber gloves, long sleeves, and eye protection along with good ventilation.jimh wrote:I will have to experiment with Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner as a more aggressive solvent and cleaner for these bug stains.
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- Tue Oct 11, 2022 7:58 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3101
Re: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Tue Oct 11, 2022 1:00 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3101
Re: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
I gave the Franmar Soy-Strip Marine Coating Remover a try. It is colorless, odorless, and about the consistency of 80 weight gear oil. First I dabbed a bit on a small spot with my finger. It didn't cause any burning or discomfort to my finger, and I washed it off my finger after a couple minutes. I ...
- Fri Sep 30, 2022 11:56 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3101
Re: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
I will try it on a small, inconspicuous area, and report on the outcome. It might be a couple weeks until I can do it.
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 9:09 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3101
Re: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
I just ordered a quart [of Franmar Soy-Strip Marine Coating Remover] for $22, but the shipping is $35 UPS Ground. Must be some powerful stuff. I will try [Franmar Soy-Strip Marine Coating Remover], and in a future post I will report how [Franmar Soy-Strip Marine Coating Remover] worked for me. I wil...
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 3:05 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3101
Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
I have a 1983 Sport 15. The gel coat is in good condition except for some spots where a previous owner did a sloppy job of refinishing the wood surfaces and dripped spar varnish on the deck. Q1: how I can remove the stains without damaging the non-skid gel coat? Q2: how can i repaint the non-skid? Q...
- Thu Oct 28, 2021 11:18 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: Menemsha 16 Power to Reach Plane
- Replies: 22
- Views: 10787
Re: Menemsha 16 Power to Reach Plane
That's a good, clear explanation of [the power needed to push a boat onto plane].jimh wrote:….to get onto plane there must be enough power…
- Tue Oct 26, 2021 12:35 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 1983 CENTER CONSOLE 15 with 60-HP
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5912
Re: 1983 CENTER CONSOLE 15 with 60-HP
I have a 1983 Sport 15 with a 2019 60 HP Tohatsu 4 stroke and 14" pitch, 3 blade propeller, and a hydraulic jack plate with 6" setback. With a fairly heavy load it will run top end of 36 MPH (GPS). That motor weighs 216 lbs. which is quite light for a 4 stroke. It has a very good hole shot...
- Sat Aug 21, 2021 12:46 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: Cotter Pins--all you wanted to know about them
- Replies: 13
- Views: 10771
Re: Cotter Pins--all you wanted to know about them
The FAA recognizes one preferred method of installing cotter pins as covered here. There are some optional methods when space does not allow for the preferred method and those optional methods can be found in AC43.13-1. First and foremost the cotter pin must be of the correct size. If not called out...
- Tue Jun 01, 2021 8:44 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Small Second Anchor
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5956
Re: Small Second Anchor
Look at a Mantus anchor. They are well made and hold really well.
I have their smallest 2.5-lbs galvanized model. It holds my Sport 15 even in strong wind and current.
They have a good selection.
https://www.mantusmarine.com/mantus-anchors/
I have their smallest 2.5-lbs galvanized model. It holds my Sport 15 even in strong wind and current.
They have a good selection.
https://www.mantusmarine.com/mantus-anchors/
- Wed May 19, 2021 11:25 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1987 SPORT 15 Engine
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4609
Re: 1987 SPORT 15 Engine
I installed a 2020 Tohatsu MFS 60, a 4 stroke 60HP engine on my 1982 Sport 15. This motor (with remote control) weighs 218 lbs. same as MFS 40 and MFS 50. Do not confuse it with the BRT 60 which is considerably heavier, and same basic motor as BRT 70hp. The motor pushes my boat at 36 mph top speed a...
- Wed Apr 14, 2021 11:28 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Safety Lanyard Poll
- Replies: 21
- Views: 17851
Re: Safety Lanyard Poll
Use of safety lanyard attached Engine Cut Off Switch (ECOS) is required by law in Texas for "any" vessel operated above idle speed. I say "any" because I assume that there is some size vessel that this becomes impractical. The law also requires that the operator confirm that the...
- Sat Apr 03, 2021 11:12 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: A New Method to Calculate Voltage Drop, Wire Gauge, and Circuit Length
- Replies: 2
- Views: 6679
Re: A New Method to Calculate Voltage Drop, Wire Gauge, and Circuit Length
Excellent article. Is there any significant difference when using tinned copper stranded wire?
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 7:57 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths, Propeller Selection, Cost of Modern Engines
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5502
Re: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths, Propeller Selection, Cost of Modern Engines
I believe Texas is one of the six states that requires the outboard engine have a title. I think states that require a title on an outboard could have two motives: ⋅ generate income for the state with the title fee; ⋅ protect the legitimate owner in case of theft. I suspect both...
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 4:23 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths, Propeller Selection, Cost of Modern Engines
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5502
Re: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths
jimh wrote:The above price is said to include "...tax, title, and license."
What difference does it really make? He asked what I paid and I told him.
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 2:05 pm
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Engine Hours for Mercury Engine
- Replies: 5
- Views: 8792
Re: Engine Hours for Mercury Engine
That is the easiest and most obvious solution.jimh wrote: You could also just post a label near the hour-meter that said, "Add nnn hours to get actual hours."
- Wed Mar 31, 2021 12:53 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths, Propeller Selection, Cost of Modern Engines
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5502
Re: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths
boatsmith wrote:R Davis: What was the cost of your Tohatsu outboard engine?
[The cost for a 2020 Tohatsu MFS60 engine with 20-inch shaft was] about $ 9,100, including tachometer, controls, all other rigging, out the door, tax, title, and license. That price did not include the hydraulic jackplate.
- Tue Mar 30, 2021 11:59 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: A Paean to Tohatsu Outboard Engines
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2782
A Paean to Tohatsu Outboard Engines
Tohatsu engine are very well made and reliable. Tohatsu is the second-oldest outboard engine manufacturer in the world and is second in overall sales. They are entirely made in Japan, and contain no Chinese or other non-Japanese parts. Parts and service are readily available. They are attractive loo...
- Mon Mar 29, 2021 6:26 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths, Propeller Selection, Cost of Modern Engines
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5502
Re: Engine Shaft Length, Weight, Cable Lengths
I have a 1982 Sport 15. I recently purchased a 2020 Tohatsu MFS60 engine with 20-inch shaft. Tachometer and control box are also Tohatsu original equipment. I added an Atlas Heavy Duty hydraulic jack plate with a 6-inch setback. I fish in shallow saltwater bays in south Texas. I installed a three-bl...
- Sun Mar 21, 2021 10:54 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Engine Hours for Mercury Engine
- Replies: 5
- Views: 8792
Re: Engine Hours for Mercury Engine
Have a dealer use diagnostic equipment to tell you your actual current hours. Then get a Hardline Products HR-8063-2 Hour Meter https://amazon.com/gp/product/B000WJEY8S/ Hook up the meter temporarily to a spark plug wire on one of your vehicles, and leave it attached until it reflects the hours on y...
- Thu Mar 18, 2021 12:22 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Standup Side Console
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1422
Standup Side Console
I have a 1982 classic Sport 15. The boat has the original mahogany side console. I like everything about the boat and my setup, except that now at 75 years of age, I find it painful to remain sitting in rough water or when crossing boat wakes. If I could stand and run the boat in those conditions I ...
- Sat Dec 05, 2020 11:50 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Automatic Latch to Trailer for Boat Tow Eye
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1731
Automatic Latch to Trailer for Boat Tow Eye
Give me information for an automatic boat-to-trailer latch similar to the DROTTO or RAMP-N-CLAMP prodcuts that will work with the bow eye on a 1983 Sport 15. BACKSTORY: I've seen [automatic latching devices that] appear to only work with a U-shape bow eye. I know Boat Buddy is no longer in productio...
- Tue Dec 01, 2020 5:46 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Total loss of our Boston Whaler Nauset
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3441
Re: Total loss of our Boston Whaler Nauset
I have a very clean 1982 Sport 15 with a 1983 Johnson 50 HP with aftermarket (CMC) power tilt / trim. It's insured with Progressive (through Worldwide Marine Underwriters). On their advice, when I bought the boat I insured it for an agreed value of $10K. Last week I destroyed the lower unit and SS p...
- Thu Jun 27, 2019 12:46 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Outrage 18 Keel Guard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7811
Re: Guard for Keel- Classic Outrage 18 1986
The very best is the Hambys Beaching Bumper (original).
Have this professionally installed and it will last forever. Costs a bit more than the others but much better than the rest You will never regret it.
http://www.hambys.com
Have this professionally installed and it will last forever. Costs a bit more than the others but much better than the rest You will never regret it.
http://www.hambys.com
- Thu May 02, 2019 11:11 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Classic 15-footer Down Riggers
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3686
Re: Classic 15-footer Down Riggers
See how mine are mounted on my Classic 15. Works fine for me.
http://k5rcd.org/Whaler%202.htm
http://k5rcd.org/Whaler%202.htm
- Tue Apr 16, 2019 11:39 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: HONDA Engine Advertising
- Replies: 6
- Views: 7249
Re: HONDA Engine Advertising
I've noticed that too, particularly on Fox Sports Network, which also carries numerous outdoor programs. I imagine Honda is about to try to greatly increase their presence in the US outboard motor market. To do that they will need to demonstrate to a potential dealership base that they are willing t...
- Sun May 13, 2018 12:12 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1996 Mercury 100 HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5761
Re: 1996 Mercury 100 HP
jimh--the engine [has stickers on it and is] titled as 1996 Mercury 1000 ELPTO SN 0G372385.I still have not had a chance to examine it. It is a 2 stroke. My friend says deceased-previous-owner's son stated they always mixed oil 50:1 directly into fuel tank. The motor has a round rubber cover on top ...
- Sat May 05, 2018 10:57 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1996 Mercury 100 HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5761
Re: 1996 Mercury 100 HP
Jim--Thanks for the reply. A friend bought this engine from the son of a deceased private party near Houston. It is on a 1997 Montauk 17. The son is no help; he doesn't know the history of the engine. As far as I know it is original equipment. I saw the boat and engine briefly, but wasn't feeling we...
- Fri May 04, 2018 10:43 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1996 Mercury 100 HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 5761
1996 Mercury 100 HP
Does a 1996 100 HP Mercury outboard have oil injection ?
- Sat Apr 28, 2018 12:43 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Trailer for MONTAUK 17
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2560
Trailer for MONTAUK 17
A friend of mine recently purchased a 1997 Montauk 17 from a private party. He needs a galvanized trailer for it. It's currently sitting on a temporary makeshift trailer. He contacted a nearby Whaler dealer who recommends a Karavan BW- 2450-ST-74. It is a bunk trailer with only two bunks supporting ...
- Mon Feb 05, 2018 10:55 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: UNSINKABLE: The New England Patriots
- Replies: 14
- Views: 9967
Re: UNSINKABLE: The New England Patriots
jimh wrote:The New England Patriots are the Boston Whalers of the NFL; they are unsinkable.
GLUG GLUG GLUG !