Recent content by 1Mate1

Gas today hit $1.35/L (X 4.54 [L's per gallon])= $6.13 Per GALLON ! Damn right it's affected my boating habits. My big boat will remain on the trailer this summer and I'll putt around in the 14 ft. aluminum. No water skiing, no cruises with a boatload of friends, no trips up the river to...

Looking for a 1988-89 Checkmate Eluder Outboard or Diplomat Outboard in good shape at a good price. Must have a solid transom and floor ; interior and cosmetics don't have to be mint, but I'm not looking to "rebuild". P.M. me , or reach me at sr7772003@yahoo.com Thanks. ;)

I made it to the show. It was very good. Lots to see and do.A good place to pick up odds and ends for restorations, rebuilds, etc. Thank God the rain held off as it was threatening all day. If you missed it, go next year, it's great for the boating enthusiast! Did you get any photos of the "Bat...

Rudes Vs. Mercs My family has had 4 Evinrudes and 2 Mercs since I've been on the planet and they are both good motors- anyone who says otherwise about either is just plain wrong. Each maunfacturer has had problems with certain models/designs over the years- no one is perfect. We've had much...