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  1. bigj8145

    New project!

    It is from A.F.A. I had no problems at all. I have not put it on the water yet but I took it out of the box and it started on the first pull.
  2. bigj8145

    New project!

    I have everything done but capping off the center boxes and carpeting them. Cant wait to get it on the water!
  3. bigj8145

    New project!

    I used a heavy coat of porch paint and the flakes. I was not sure if it would work but it did. Thanks
  4. bigj8145

    New project!

    Here are the pics of the finished front and back. All I have left is capping of the center boxes and wiring the lights. :fishing2:
  5. bigj8145

    New project!

    Here are some pics from the last few days of work. All I need is to finish the compartment door and trim work on the sides of the floor and I will start on the back. :fishing2:
  6. bigj8145

    Trailer light help!

    I put new trailer lights on my trailer and everything works but the brake lights. When you push the brakes the lights go off. Please help so I can finish Thanks
  7. bigj8145

    8hp vs 9.9

    Anyone?
  8. bigj8145

    8hp vs 9.9

    As with my post before I have a 16' Jon and wanted to know if there is any difference in the new Mercury 4 stroke 8hp and the 9.9? All the numbers, displacement etc are the same on there 8 and 9.9. Why pay more for the 9.9 when they seem the same? Thanks
  9. bigj8145

    Pushing a 16' jon?

    I have an older 16' Polar Kraft Jon and am getting an 8 or 9.9 Mercury 4 stroke for a lake with a 10 hp or less restriction. How well will it push this boat? Thanks
  10. bigj8145

    New project!

    I have an unknown aged Polar Kraft 16' jon that is 4' wide in the bottom of the bow and 4.5' in the back. I plan on getting a 8-9.9 Mercury from A.F.A Marine in Fl., has anyone used them before? I am going to deck the boat and add some things so I will keep everyone posted. Would 12" tires be...
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