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  1. Trapper02

    Bunks 3 1/2" side or 1 1/2" side?

    I recently installed my bunk boards and feel that the brackets i got put the boat way to high, i prefer my boat rest on the much wider 3 1/2 side of a 2x4. But i saw some brackets that you can turn the boards on edge, and the lower my boat on the trailer. Does the slimmer 1 1/2" side put to...
  2. Trapper02

    Going to make the co-angler plunge!

    I finally decided to take the co-angler plunge, talked about it some last year. But I just registered for the FLW, weekend angler circuit. First tourney is on Grand Lake March 9th. Right after the pros wear it out fom the classic! lol If this goes well I plan to participate in the other okie...
  3. Trapper02

    Am I expecting Too Much out of my paint job?

    I put my wench on and bolted it down, then had to take it off, was surprised to see how much paint had chipped off just in this process, notice the chips on the side where i just bumped it with the socket wrench. I didnt feel like i hit it that hard. I used Tractor Implement Paint Valspar w/...
  4. Trapper02

    Bunk Board Project

    Really like the post i saw on the ultimate bunk boards, if I have a 16' Boat, MonArk V, how long or what is the reccomended length of bunk boards I should use to support my boat?
  5. Trapper02

    30 HP Johnson 56, $175 needs work, NOW with Pix!

    https://tulsa.craigslist.org/boa/3473272577.html Always thought it would be pretty sweet to have a old vintage motor on the back of my tin, i asked about the 25hp Evinrude. Any reason to be weary about old old boat motors? The pics look really nice! Added pics so they show on the First Post...
  6. Trapper02

    Still trying to file for that lost title on my MonArk...

    Its been a while since i been in here, the old boat project got put to the side this summer, mostly cause here in OK it gets so darn hot/humid its hard to get motivated to get out and work. So I figured enjoy fishing on what few good days there are, and work on it this winter. Also my wife...
  7. Trapper02

    Paint for Trailer: Layer 2 Electric Booglo

    Well its just been to windy around here to rattle can outside on the ole trailer. Now that my trailer is repaired and re-primed I am ready to paint this baby its final color. Still planning on using tractor and implement paint from Tractor Supply so I can add in the Enamel Hardener. Should i...
  8. Trapper02

    Mercury 25 HP Outboard Motor used need help/info

    Listed for $1000, haven't called on it yet, sounds like some kind of marina since they take credit cards. It says quote: "complete with controls. It is for remote steering." I see no controls in the listing. It doesn't look like a Tiller type. Wonder if i would have to get a control box and...
  9. Trapper02

    Trapper's .02 on Tractor & Implement Paint & what I learned.

    Well Friday rolls around go grab some "Valspar Tractor & Implement Spray Paint" I decided on this paint because, i think, well tractors are some heavy duty equipment and in the elements so this should be some good stuff. I to start painting my smaller trailer parts. I like to paint the small...
  10. Trapper02

    MonArk HIN# troubles and woes...

    Here is the number on my boat. Based on that how to read you Serial # i think that's a "D" next to the "989" But the paper work the guy gave me he typed a "0" i see how it could be mistaken. https://www.boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/hin.htm I have to file for a Lost Title and just want to...
  11. Trapper02

    Is this is a pretty good deal on a Mariner 25hp outboard?

    $1350 25HP Mariner year 2000 https://tulsa.craigslist.org/boa/2956950709.html At first I was like... But than thought it seemed like to good of a deal, so now i am like... Looked up other 25hp style engines and seems to be going for 2k plus. What you guys think, sound to good?
  12. Trapper02

    Working on my Boat (Updated)

    Taking off the bearings and inspecting the hubs. How concerned should i be with all this rust? My first thought is to replace this rust bolt. But looks like its attach to the trailer itself maybe? all i can see is the nut. any tips on this would be helpful. And as you can see we have all...
  13. Trapper02

    My adventure to Arkansas...

    I didnt come home empty tonight! To all those that encouraged the 16' I am So happy I went with the 16' seems like it has lots of room, a wide 48" floor. just needs some cleaning. No paint job so no stripping paint. But i do want to paint it. I was worried the old raggedy tires would blow on...
  14. Trapper02

    Which boat would you see first, A or B?

    Deciding which boat to go look at first over the other. Kinda stuck in which one to choose over the other to see first. BOAT A 16' Monark $650 no motor https://fayar.craigslist.org/boa/2948180867.html BOAT B 14' RichLine $1000 has a Force 9.9 https://tulsa.craigslist.org/boa/2948614205.html...
  15. Trapper02

    Anyone want to guess what type of boat this is? Foremost?

    Found a sweet Silver Tin just a about 40 miles from me. He wasn't sure what type it is, has been sitting in his barn in locust grove. Going to bring it home in a few days then heading up to check it out. Anyone want to guess at what kind it may be? Oh and no title, :( he bought it off an old...
  16. Trapper02

    Thoughts on these boats for a Bass Boat project.

    Well been lurking around here for the past week reading and finally getting to that stage i might actually buy something and start this project and needed some input. I would love to buy a new boat or even a very nice used one, but that just isnt in the finances right now and may not be for the...
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