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    Trojan Express Yachts...input?

    I have that boat, but 2 years older, and love it. He is probably asking on this forum, because it is active, and probably the best boating forum out there. (That I have found anyways). Not many Trojan (Carver) forums out there.
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    When your 22 year old says. Let go to the boat.

    I have 2 boys, a 2 year old, and a 2 week old. Bought the boat last year for family time. This year, the 2 year old constantly says "off boat!" He'd rather be out walking then be confined to the boat. Trying to make it as fun as possible for him, but, can't wait till he's older and enjoys...
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    Automatic Fenders

    So, what are you driving if you get into a fender bender? :)
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    Cannonball record Broke during Wuhan Virus

    Video about new record Video of record that was broken. Pretty remarkable, controversial sure, but what a rush that'd be!
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    South Haven - North Marina

    Looks like they're closed for the season. Thats going to put a damper on finding a transient slip there this year. Also, doesn't look like much notice for the slip holders to relocate. https://www.wsjm.com/2020/03/18/south-haven-shutting-down-northside-municipal-marina-for-2020-boating-season/
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    Just received this email.....

    Yesterday, I got an e-mail stating that they are limiting the storage yard access to employees only. Today, they had to send a follow up e-mail. I can only imagine the questions and fussing they got from other owners over this. I thought this follow up e-mail was pretty well written: Happy...
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    Transient Marina planned for Navy Pier

    Got a cool koozie too!
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    Transient Marina planned for Navy Pier

    I talked with the guys running this at the boat show tonight. Got lots of info, but, there is still a lot that they haven't worked out yet. I asked about a dinghy dock, and they quickly shot that down. They're talking about a flat rate for boats that dock during the day, so, why would you...
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    Transient Marina planned for Navy Pier

    Wow, boaters have been asking for something like this for DECADES! Can't believe it may become a reality. I was talking to the owner of CHE (chicago helicopter experience). He was trying to float barges over there, and do helicopter tours from the pier. Problem was, McPier (navy pier...
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    Trim Tab switch relays

    I decided to change out my dash switches with Bocatech. To make it look uniform, I got away from the standard tab rocker switches. I didn't realize however, how they worked. After taking some time, I found that each single push, sent power to 2 different sources. Port up would send power...
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    Blower or no blower?

    Same one at Zoro, $145.00 https://www.zoro.com/jabsco-blower-250-cfm-12vdcv-10a-2500-rpm-35440-0000/i/G1517941/
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    Battery for Generator

    Thanks for the replies. Good question. The battery that was attached to it. The manual would be a good place for that info, but CSR is so much easier! :)
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    Battery for Generator

    I have an Onan 8KW Diesel Generator. The battery for it is a deep cycle, 750 MCA, Group 27 battery and needs to be replaced. Wouldn't just a standard starting battery be better then a deep cycle, as it's only purpose is for starting the generator? Am I missing something as to why a deep cycle...
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    Trojan Express Yachts...input?

    I was looking for a 450 or 460 Sea Ray last year. Ran across a 1998 Trojan 440 Express. I was set on a Sea Ray, but after looking at this boat, I couldn't pass it up. As RollerCoastr said, the 440 is a big boat for it's class, and IMO, has a great layout inside and out. Put about 250 hours...
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    Chicago and Saugatuck

    Thanks Mavic Air. I sunk the first one though.... :( Tried to land on the bow, and somehow hit a bow rail. Decided to hand catch this one. Much better results
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    Chicago and Saugatuck

    Playing with the drone over a few weekends in July.
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    Chicago/DuSable Harbor - Tips for a first timer?

    Closed in the 90's. Was really the only place to grab something to eat by boat back then. Now there are a few places on the river to stop at.
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    Transient slip etiquette

    Thanks everyone. I called, and they said no. There is a marina on the other side of the river (north side), called them, got a message to check slips on line, but, can't find any good info on line. I'll try again tomorrow. Thanks again, this site is always a great resource!
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    Transient slip etiquette

    Honestly, a great idea. So used to doing things on-line, when picking up the phone is often forgot about.
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    Transient slip etiquette

    My boat is 44', plus a 3' swim platform, and about a foot of dinghy overhang, making me 48' overall. South Haven municiple, MI only has a 45' slip available for a weekend I'm looking at in July. How ill advised is it to hang into the fairway a bit? (I think I already know the answer, but need...
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