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Topic: May this site rest in peace |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 1
Views: 5140
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Tue Apr 27, 2010 11:28 am Subject: May this site rest in peace |
Fairwell |
Topic: New Season |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 0
Views: 4242
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Tue Apr 13, 2010 9:28 am Subject: New Season |
Just unwrapped the old Pace. Hoping to get down the next couple of weekends to paint and wax.
Hope everyone has a better 2010 than 2009. |
Topic: Another Season Down |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 2
Views: 5009
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:16 am Subject: Another Season Down |
Definitly no complaints here. |
Topic: Another Season Down |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 2
Views: 5009
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Oct 12, 2009 4:21 pm Subject: Another Season Down |
I hope everyone had a productive and safe season. I plan on pulling the boat sometime in the next two weeks.
Another year for the books. Unfortunatly due to work boat was not used as much as I woul ... |
Topic: 2009 and she looks good |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 10052
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Forum: Pictures Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2009 4:40 pm Subject: 2009 and she looks good |
Good boat neighbors. Glad it worked out well. |
Topic: 2009 and she looks good |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 10052
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Forum: Pictures Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2009 9:42 am Subject: 2009 and she looks good |
Very nice. |
Topic: Fuel Pump |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6895
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2009 9:41 am Subject: Fuel Pump |
Sounds good. If the rain would stop for a bit, that would be nice as well. |
Topic: The fun begins |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 3
Views: 5728
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2009 2:13 pm Subject: The fun begins |
Busy schedule. With all the rain I don' think you missed much.
As far as the yard, you take the good with the bad. It just supports my belief that you should never let them launch your boat withou ... |
Topic: Fuel Pump |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6895
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2009 9:55 am Subject: Fuel Pump |
Thanks John. I haven't gotten around to it yet. Just something I'd like to get done before the summer is over. Its the last "questionable" part on the old engine. |
Topic: Fuel Pump |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6895
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Thu Jun 11, 2009 12:48 pm Subject: Fuel Pump |
I am going to change over the fuel pump (preventative maintanence so to speak) on my port engine. Doesn't seem to difficult, but I've never done it before. Anything I should watch out for (Chrysler 31 ... |
Topic: Pacemaker Original wiring schematics |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 10311
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Forum: 28' Pacemaker Flybridge Posted: Mon Jun 08, 2009 9:34 am Subject: Pacemaker Original wiring schematics |
Leo,
Sorry to hear that you will be high and dry this year. With the current fluke regs, I doubt anyone will be catching any keepers.
Best of luck with the surgery. I will post a run down of my ... |
Topic: The fun begins |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 3
Views: 5728
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2009 11:04 am Subject: The fun begins |
Well, I'm in and she floats... most surprisingly she runs. Just finsihing off a few things (replacing shower pump, fixing horn, moving a running light) and I will be off and running.
I had a few b ... |
Topic: Pacemaker Original wiring schematics |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 10311
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Forum: 28' Pacemaker Flybridge Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2009 10:46 am Subject: Pacemaker Original wiring schematics |
Leo,
Good to see you aboard. How have you made out with the boat? I recently purchased a swim platform from the guy that sold you your pace (apparently he reomved it from the 40' Pace he bought). H ... |
Topic: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 5
Views: 6984
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Tue May 05, 2009 9:10 am Subject: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
I know what you mean. I just need to put some varish on the swim platform and I can go in. The weather just won't cooperate.
Good luck with the manifolds. As of now this weekend doesn't look too ... |
Topic: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 5
Views: 6984
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Mon May 04, 2009 9:31 am Subject: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
I hoping to go next weekend, so I'm going to leave them along. |
Topic: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 5
Views: 6984
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Mon Apr 27, 2009 10:02 am Subject: To rebuild or not to rebuild? |
I was debating whether to get my carbs rebuilt before the start of the season (as a precautionary measure). I had them both done last year, so probably don't need it. Started the boat on saturday and ... |
Topic: Cabin Fever |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6720
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Wed Mar 18, 2009 9:22 am Subject: Cabin Fever |
I'm happy as long as she floats. Everything after that is a plus. |
Topic: Cabin Fever |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6720
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Sat Mar 07, 2009 5:36 pm Subject: Cabin Fever |
Terry,
I'm sorry to hear about your slip. Hopefully you can get a few more seasons out of her.
Sounds like you may get in before me, good luck.
Shawn |
Topic: Cabin Fever |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 6720
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Fri Mar 06, 2009 3:04 pm Subject: Cabin Fever |
The first day of spring is a couple weeks away (cabin fever has set in). Any planned projects before launch? Launch Dates?
The good news is that it seems that my prelaunch checklist is pretty short ... |
Topic: GIVE ME A BREAK |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 32196
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Sun Nov 23, 2008 4:26 pm Subject: GIVE ME A BREAK |
I winterized last weekend, after seeing the forecast I'm glad I did. Big change from last year. I was fishing on thanksgiving then.
Have a safe and happy holiday season.
Shawn |
Topic: GIVE ME A BREAK |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 32196
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Mon Nov 03, 2008 7:47 pm Subject: GIVE ME A BREAK |
Leo,
Please give my best to Marie(and wishes for a speedy recovery). Hopefully you have a change of luck and its nothing major with the boat.
Shawn |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Thu Aug 14, 2008 11:41 am Subject: End in sight |
Leo,
Thanks again. I should be down on Sunday so I'll take a look before heading out.
Shawn |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2008 11:03 am Subject: End in sight |
I'll take a look. Thanks Terry. |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 3:57 pm Subject: End in sight |
The carb was just rebuilt, but I will tinker with it. |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Aug 11, 2008 3:31 pm Subject: End in sight |
Vacation is over. weather was great, got to do some fishing (not a lot of keeping, but fun none the less). The boat ran great so long as I went below 2400. The old engine (port side) bogged down after ... |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2008 3:41 pm Subject: End in sight |
I'll keep an eye out and an ear to channel 9. Also, I know what you mean about the inlet. I've been hesitant to run it until I was sure the boat was in order. |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2008 2:18 pm Subject: End in sight |
Pulling out during the season... that takes dedication. I'm not sure I could do it.
Best of luck with the repairs. |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Fri Aug 01, 2008 1:43 pm Subject: End in sight |
Great news about your boat. You haven't been missing much on the fishing front. My week off offically starts tomorrow. My parents rented a cottage on the lagoon just up the road from Cedar Cove. My f ... |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2008 12:35 pm Subject: End in sight |
Thanks to all. I will change the belts and let her run.
Besides, I haven't had to use Seatow yet. |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 1:16 pm Subject: End in sight |
Terry,
I can spares of all the little things (and the tools to change them). Also, besides the main radio, I carry a hand held and my cell at all times. Not to mention the all important Seatow card ... |
Topic: End in sight |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 35
Views: 29129
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 11:37 am Subject: End in sight |
Okay for the last 2 years I have been slowly fixing up my 28' pacemaker to get it where I can trust it. Replaced a fews things that needed to be replaced and probably a few more that didn't. I have ta ... |
Topic: Where have all the members gone ? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 22628
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2008 4:44 pm Subject: Where have all the members gone ? |
Terry you hit the nail on the head. I've used the boat most every weekend since May and only had to fill up once (and that was only half way). The longer trips are fewer, but still a lot to do not to ... |
Topic: Where have all the members gone ? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 22628
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 5:09 pm Subject: Where have all the members gone ? |
Didn't end up fishing.. just took the boat out for a ride. A lot of fishing going on because of the tournement, so I passed on the fishing. The weather was great, but the green heads were terrible onc ... |
Topic: Where have all the members gone ? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 22628
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 4:44 pm Subject: Where have all the members gone ? |
Leo,
If you need a hand with the boat, please don't hesitate to call.
Shawn |
Topic: New Jersey Swimming Hole |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 7157
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Jul 14, 2008 10:16 am Subject: New Jersey Swimming Hole |
Leo,
Are there any parks in this area that you can drive to by car? My extened family will be coming down in early August and not all of them enjoy boat rides. I was hoping to have them head to one ... |
Topic: Where have all the members gone ? |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 30
Views: 22628
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 10:46 am Subject: Where have all the members gone ? |
Terry,
Good luck with the boat. |
Topic: New haven report |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 15
Views: 10577
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Tue Jul 08, 2008 10:44 am Subject: New haven report |
Well back to fishing. I hope to take a shot this friday for some weakies at the mouth of the mullica... maybe try for a fluke or 2. Hopefully the forecast will cooperate. |
Topic: New Jersey Swimming Hole |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 7157
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 5:12 pm Subject: New Jersey Swimming Hole |
Leo,
Thanks, it sounds perfect. The ride is never a problem. More often than not, the ride over is half the fun.
Shawn |
Topic: New haven report |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 15
Views: 10577
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:39 pm Subject: New haven report |
They posted signs at all the fillet tables at my marina. Of coarse, they don't mention the reason why they want the carcasses. I found that out from the people that work in the store. Not much more th ... |
Topic: New haven report |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 15
Views: 10577
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:02 pm Subject: New haven report |
Not to add fuel to the fire. The Rutgers Marine center is requesting the carcasses of keeper fluke. It appears they screwed up big time because something like 90% of the fluke over 18 inches are femal ... |
Topic: Home heating this winter |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 5512
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2008 12:22 pm Subject: Home heating this winter |
I have no problem buying the pellets. The local Lowe's always has them in stock. I usually buy a pallet of them early in the season from the local Agway. I go through about 2 pallets a season (about ... |
Topic: Home heating this winter |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 4
Views: 5512
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Forum: Non - Boating Related Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2008 9:11 am Subject: Home heating this winter |
I added a wood pellet stove to the family room in the lower level of my house. The price of the wood pellets has gone up, but nothing near what oil has. I usually run the stove whenever I am at home a ... |
Topic: WEEKEND REPORT |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 16
Views: 10392
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2008 5:14 pm Subject: WEEKEND REPORT |
I certainly have no complaints. Couldn't imagine a better vacation day. |
Topic: WEEKEND REPORT |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 16
Views: 10392
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2008 9:20 am Subject: WEEKEND REPORT |
Didn't make it out during the weekend, but spent the day fishing yesterday. A few shorts (15 inch range), lots and lots of skates and sharks.
Now if the sharks were as good to eat as fluke I'd be ... |
Topic: More Engine Troubles |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 38
Views: 24234
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2008 9:18 am Subject: More Engine Troubles |
Took the boat out yesterday. runs great.. hopefully it will stay that way. Its been a few years in the making, so it was nice to finally hear things running they way they should.
Beautiful day on ... |
Topic: New haven report |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 15
Views: 10577
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:28 am Subject: New haven report |
Will do. I just need the weather cooperates on Tuesday.
Great news about your daughter and grandson. |
Topic: New mechanic |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 5990
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:25 am Subject: New mechanic |
Sounds good to me. Best of luck with the wahoo.
Leo, get well soon. |
Topic: More Engine Troubles |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 38
Views: 24234
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Forum: Mechanical Posted: Mon Jun 16, 2008 9:22 am Subject: More Engine Troubles |
Leo,
I agree with you 100%. Normally I am very careful when taking things apart so that I can easily retrace my steps. However, on this occasion I had some assitiance (with the best of intentions o ... |
Topic: New haven report |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 15
Views: 10577
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Forum: Fishing Posted: Fri Jun 13, 2008 2:22 pm Subject: New haven report |
Its good to see some of us are getting some fishing in. I'm hoping for a shake down cruise on Sunday and a fishing trip on Tuesday.
Leo best of luck with the tourney (and welcome back). |
Topic: New mechanic |
shawn_carlson
Replies: 6
Views: 5990
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Forum: Boating in General Posted: Tue Jun 03, 2008 9:07 am Subject: New mechanic |
The mechanic's name is Kenny (we spoke briefly last week). I have yet to meet his father, but I'll keep you posted. |
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