Bob Allen shooting gloves or leather shooting gloves. They won’t catch all the stickers and burrs good to about 25 degrees. And those orange half covered gloves.Been using both for many years.
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thanks for pointing that out. What a difference putting on the glasses make. Glad i didn’t post that in the hunting forum.
Hi,
Great motor I have it on a 175 alumacraft 2017.
Dual overhead cam and specially treated/coated parts enable for inter-coastal water usage. About an xtra $300 2 years ago. You can also get a trolling accessory for it but it will troll down to around 2-2.2 mph on my boat. I also have a kicker used mostly when trolling. Don’t forget the extended warranty which might be free if you ask about it called Y.E.S,(Yamaha extended service). Link below for extended warranty or $500 dealer credit until 3/31/2020. This adds 2 more years. Also, don’t forget about the break in period for running it and the 20 hr break in service.
Have fun
Nice comparative link here:
https://www.boats.com/reviews/outboard-expert-yamaha-v-max-sho-115/
Warranty promo here:
https://yamahaoutboards.com/en-us/feature/reliable-choice-sales-event
Well, cylinder and skeet #1 are virtually the same.(see chart below).Best to do a pattern check as Waldo stated.You can do the pattern at the common range you would normally be shooting. If you start using differnt shotshells do another pattern with them as well.Typically, a 40 yard distance and a 30 inch circle is used. Here is a link…..
https://chuckhawks.com/pattern_shotgun.htm.
The percentage of pellet strikes that constitutes what choke varies, depending on the source. Jack O’Connor gave these percentages in his Shotgun Book, which are typical:
Full Choke: 70% or higher
Improved Modified: 65%
Modified: 55-60%
Skeet No. 2: 55-60%
Quarter Choke: 50%
Improved Cylinder: 45%
Skeet No. 1: 35-40%
Cylinder: 35-40%
It is also a good idea to do a point of impact test on your shotgun. Draw a solid bullseye out around 25 or 30 yards.This will show how well you are mounting the firearm to your shoulder and if you are flinching the trigger or pulling it to hard based on the where the pellets are hitting while shooting at the center bullseye. Ideally the pellets should be equally spread out around the bullseye more or less.
Remington point of aim link here…https://www.browning.com/support/frequently-asked-questions/how-do-i-check-for-poi-and-pattern-my-shotgun.html
I started using steel this year on public land for pheasant now required in Illinois for 2019 season. Beretta O/U 12 gauge Winchester 3″ super X waterfowl #3, 1 1/8 cylinder and Drylok #4 2 3/4, 1 1/4 improved cylinder. If everything you do still doesn’t give you an acceptable pattern you may want to look at custom chokes.
By the way Drylok and Blindside have rebates until the end of the year.
https://winchester.com/Rebates/2019-Blind-Side-Rebate
Good Hunting.Knock that rooster down.
yep,DNR is aware of the problem. Classic answer from DNR.
Who gets the fine for that one?
biggill youre right,I’m not an expert on car batteries by any means but I did find some additional information that might be used to make a good choice.
The different brands/products coming out of the same factory may differ in any of these respects, to list just a few:
raw material specifications
individual component design and tolerance requirements
quality control requirements and inspection processes
warranty duration and coverage
So, I guess it could come down to at least some of this criteria plus intended use,durability,reputation and warranty not in that order necessarily.
thanks
take them back for a refund if you can.I had an interstate battery do the same thing less than a month old. Before I retired my State issued vehicle was equipped with an interstate battery. I needed a replacement every 2-6 months. After the last one that only lasted 1 month. I paid for my own battery not with the state’s/government money to buy a different brand.Problem resolved.The majority of car batteries are created by 3 manufacturers – Delphi, Exide and Johnson Controls Industries. And they sell them to other retailers so they can put their own brand name on them.
Posted something like this on another thread regarding battery charging.
I have used a few battery charges. Best ones IMO that I personally own:for automobile Batteryminder.com, https://www.batteryminders.com/why-batteryminders/
and for Boat Minnkota MK series Precision Chargers. https://www.minnkotamotors.com/learn/buying-guide/battery-chargers
Good luck Good fishin
Take the battery back? Get it tested. Get alternator tested sounds good too. I had Interstate batteries for my State vehicle when I worked and had to get a new one every 3- 6 months for some reason. There are only 3-4 battery makers I believe but the retailers all put their own name on them so it seems like there is a big choice.
But, just because you have a battery bank charger or being charged from the motor according to the gauge in the dash doesn’t mean the battery is charging at all or properly or holding a charge we know that.
My solution excluding trolling batteries, was one battery dedicated to cranking and one for accessories or a “house”battery separated with a Blue Sea battery separator/switch. Not a Perko. Plenty of videos on them.
Lastly, I installed a quality battery gauge that shows the actual charge amount of the battery by Pro Charging Systems Made in USA and the free DeltaView Link smartphone app.If I”m out all day with the radio on or at night with the lights on I know how much energy is left in the batteries. Takes the mystery out of it. Once you’ve been stranded with a dead battery you won’t want it to happen again.
My 3 cents. Installed on a 2 year old Alumacraft. More info I posted in the Alumacraft Group. Good luck.
Great news have fun with your new boat.Get a decent cover if not a custom one made if you trailer alot somewhere down the road.And don’t forget to use Yamalube “ring free gas additive”
get out on the water
Well i know how you feel to take it apart and try to fix it.
Last piece of advice. You could make it worse if you can’t put it back together. Since its out of warranty the person who will service it has some wiggle room on your charges. Warranty service has to be submitted to Minnkota for reimbursement/payment to repair person/shop.Get an estimate and decide to repair or upgrade.
Minnkota has a special at the outlet terrova ipilot 60″ 1449.99 or $67.00/mo. x 24 mo.No foot pedal.2 yr warranty. 2017 and newer has new technology.WORRY FREE!
good luck and happy father’s day!
No I didn’t have that problem. Might have been from the bottom of the motor hitting shallow water.The motor on one of the sides of the base plate will have your motor id/serial #. This will tell you when it was made,probably 2015. Then locate a service center which will more than likely be thru a local bait shop or marina that contracts with an individual to service your motor. Over the phone the person should be able to give you a ballpark cost to repair and you might even get a deal if its a local shop, the place you bought it from instead of a big marina.Most of the repair guys I believe are contracted on the side and work “on call”. Worth the try.
I had my terrova in for a broken spring that assists with the lift deploy system last year. It was thru a bait shop that serviced minnkota. I didnt have to take the motor off the whole boat was brought in.The service guy covered it under warranty,less than 2 years old. And took extra time to give me some tips on using it (so not to break it again).
Good luck
try this link at the Minnkota outlet store $1,449. free shipping Note: no foot pedal.
https://mk.factoryoutletstore.com/cat/20841/Minn-Kota-Terrova-Series-Trolling-Motors.html
it depends if you are casting or trolling. 832 might be the original Gore fiber line. It is smooth and has a little stretch to it.I have used it on spinning and ambassadeur casting reels with great success. Recently, advertising has come out with lines called “slick”. I haven’t tried them but they may have got the idea from Sufix 832? Try a few lines and see what you like. Then buy a large spool. Check for manufacturer rebates as well.
The Sufix fibers will actually loosen a bit if trolling with it for a while. Better to use Berkely power braid for trolling. No noticeable stretch when i have used it trolling with pike/musky lures salmon spoons with flashers.
Not related but if you use a fluorocarbon leader/line make sure it’s 100 percent fluorocarbon like Seaguar or Hi-Seas. See this link about fluorocarbon myths: https://seaguar.com/applications/myths.html . Some lines out there say fluorocarbon but are less than 100 percent.
good fishin
Above posts are accurate.truck is on level ground then level trailer as previously stated.
I first used an adjustable hitch but found a lot of knocking and some movement when towing. Then went to a solid 5 inch drop for my truck and the noise and clanking movement at the hitch disappeared. Any marina,if not your dealer should look at it for free. Make a habit of this:the level, wiring,coupler,crank down jack,chains are being checked at every hook up,(Besides other stuff) I have the marina I store it at check it along with the coupler every year takes about a minute.
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New to comment long time reader and In-Depth Outdoors has helped with questions/advice.Thanks
Congrats on your new boat. I picked up the Alumacraft Edge175 2 years ago. Pretty much the same except no live well up front.Had a “house battery” installed to run accessories that way saves the starting battery just for starting.Troll batteries are separate from the house battery.
Has a main off switch located in battery compartment just in case one of the kids or me leaves the power button on at the helm.
Like previously mentioned above, shallow has also been productive for me 8-12ft.at Big GreeN Lke,WI this year.Picked up a few sm mouth in the process.
Raps and Flikr shad.
have fun.
Dave
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I use Offshore tackle, Extreme, 100 percent fluorocarbon made by Seaguar or use High Seas 20# or less for smaller fish if water is clear.
Flouro 20# to 40# for pike. If you use 40# use the 2 sleeves and crimp the swivel in a loop. I spool the tip up with 50# teflon coated braid from Mason.
Sounds like over kill but the heavier line is easier to handle and bring in a fish.
Beware that some fluorocarbon line is not 100 percent fluorocarbon.
Good luck fishin
Unless you want to go with heated socks,check out the Baffin Polar series rated to -100c/-148f.I wanted the Vanguard model but found a deal on the
Baffin Endurance. Unbelievable boots. I ordered a size bigger to compensate for the socks. Do a thorough search and you will find them on sale. MSRP $270.
Cheaper than going to the ER for frostbite.
Good Fishing,
Dave
I use wool fingers gloveusually but poor for putting on bait. So, I bought the Outdoor Research (OR) 3 finger mitts gauntlet type with an insert.Some call them lobster gloves.Better than regular mitt because can reel with them and more dexterity. Waterproof,windproof and the insert will stay on your hands or can be removed.Insert is smartphone screen sensitive in the index and thumb so your skin is not exposed when taking a pic or dialing.They go for around $90. Was out in minus 9,minus 36 in wind on 1/2/2018 kept warm. Get them one size bigger because of insert glove.
Good luck
Dave
Hi,
I just ordered the same Helix because my boat dealer in Wisconsin uses it as well for ice fishing.In colder temps he said I shouldn’t have any issues. Probably keep it out of the wind. One of the big benefits why I got it is because I will mount it on my boat in the summer marking fish,cribs,weeds,etc then use that when I go ice fishing.As in previous threads use the Xi 9 1521 ducer.
Good Luck and Have fun.
Dave
