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Recent content by v324908

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    Help slow down my 259!

    I've had both a Bravo and a Hydromotive prop on my 251. I like the Hydro much better for slower cruising. I believe it creates more stern lift which equals less porpoising.
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    Convincer Pics

    Found a pic of my other Convincor... 1978 Bow Rider 19'. 260 Merc with a #1 outdrive. I've owned it since the late 90's, but haven't had it out in 5 or 6 years. I've had a lot of fun in this boat!!!
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    Rappahannock River

    We go down the Rapp every once in a while for a change of pace. Don't think we'll be out on it again this year, but next year if your cold-one offer is still there.
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    251 Convincor floor replacement, anyone been there? Have pics?

    I'm going to replace the floor in my 251 this winter. It's not rotten or soft, it's warped upward, like mini speed bumps, under the bolsters and it bothers me. I've owned it since '01 and I assume the floor is original 1989. I replaced the glue-in carpet about three years ago and the floor...
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    Convincer Pics

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    " For Sale" 1978 Checkmate Convincer 350 inboard mercruiser

    I have one of those. It is a great boat. I haven't used it in a few years though. I'll see if I can dig up some pics.
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    Dana Marine side mount controls

    We cannot make it. I had seen it on OSO and we had it on the calender. We close on our new house on Friday. We were renting tempory while it was being built and our lease expires on June 30. With moving, cleaning, walk thrus on both homes..... No boating for us until probably July. :(
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    Dana Marine side mount controls

    Three years???? Wow....... Time flies when you're having fun.:cheers: Yes, same boats. Haven't had the '19 out in years though. I have a newer 21 Crownline bow rider now that we take the kids tubing and skiing. It's a great day boat with lots of room. The $800 price tag is high, I know. It...
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    Dana Marine side mount controls

    Looking for some feedback on these controls. Anyone use this?? I have to research and justify the $800 bucks. http://www.danamarineproducts.com/ProductDetails.cfm?group_id=33&catid=592&productid=4691&CFID=300998&CFTOKEN=424 Thanks!
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    SHOW ME THE HORSEPOWER!!!!

    Here's mine.... 502- 550hp.
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    Aired Out Checkmates

    A recent one of my flying mate..... Last weekend, Coles Point Poker Run. Lower Potomac River.
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    Checkmate Font?

    I've come up with and name for my boat and I'd like to use the same logo font thats on the newer Checkmates. Anyone know where I can find it to give to the vinyl sticker guy? Here is an example of the font I'm looking for from noyzee's cool looking ride...
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    April 2008's Boat of the Month Vote!

    Thanks for the votes everyone! I was really cool seeing my boat on the "front page".
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    Hello anybody here

    Checking in here.... I'm in VA, Potomac River.
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    1986 251 CONVINCOR IN VA

    Still for sale?
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