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    Sticky: Re: Otter Lake, Macoupin Co (Rudeman)

    Anybody fish Otter lately? Would like to go this weekend and was curious about what the fish might be doing. Haven't spent much time on this lake. Do they go deep?

    LC
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    Re: anyone got one? (Jim45498)

    I have an 07-275 with a 115 Optimax. Email me if you are interested.

    lclaypool72@sbcglobal.net


    Les
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    Megabass 110 Hooks Question

    I just started throwing the Megabass 110 and have noticed that the light wire hooks seem to bend pretty easy. Whether its the 3lb bass or the carpet in my boat, sleeve of coat, those outside barbs...
  4. Jerk/Crank Bait-Color Selection-Cloudy vs. Sunny

    I have read many articles about lure color selection and it seems like even the pros have differing opinions. Some say chrome/flashy on sunny days and translucent/opaque on cloudy days. I have also...
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    Re: Help with price/negotiation on 200XL (basnbran)

    Do your research and let the dealer know what you are willing to pay for the boat. Think about what you could get for it the second it becomes a used boat. The longer he holds onto the boat the...
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    Re: Pricing 2007 Stratos 275 Help (mikec)

    It does ok with jackplate. The best all around prop i've found was a High 5 19 pitch. Got about 50mph/gps with a nice holeshot. I've been running a different prop-laser II-21 Pitch for more...
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    Re: Pricing 2007 Stratos 275 Help (mikec)

    I hadn't checked NADA for 6 mos or so, but last time it was way low. I like you didn't pay 20K for my boat when I got it new. NADA still seems way off....only on the high side now.

    I had a...
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    Pricing 2007 Stratos 275 Help

    Hello-
    I am trying to get a good idea of what a fair price might be for my boat. I'm a little thrown off as NADA lists price for boat and motor together based on a carbed 115. My boat has features...
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    Re: coffeen sat.??? (haftafish22)

    What tournament is Sat?
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    Stratos dealer?

    Hello-

    Hoping someone could help me out on my next purchase. I am looking at the Stratos 294 and would like to get some opinions on a good dealer within 200-300 miles of St. louis. Just want to...
  11. Thread: New 618!

    by claypool72
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    Re: New 618! (Jason Phillips)

    Jason-

    Thanks for the pix! Any idea on what performance might be? Its rated for 150 hp if i'm not mistaken. Fishability looks great.

    LC
  12. 1996 Evinrude 2 stroke 25 HP Prop Question/Suggestion

    I have a 1996 Lowe 170 with a 1996-25 hp evinrude. With tournament load, livewell full, 3 batteries and partner it gets on plane good and speedo shows 23-24 mph @ 5300-5500 rpm. I have an...
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    Re: The new LAND RANGER (Javelin389)

    Not sure what went wrong, but I don't think it had anything to do with boat manufacturer. Whatever happened....looks like it was a scary ride.

    LC
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    Re: Recessed TM Tray and Rain Water (Javelin389)

    Problem solved! Pulled the TM pedal. Found a small bullet weight, senko, and a small nut. A bunch of crud had accumulated around the drain as well. It is draining fine now. ...
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    Re: Recessed TM Tray and Rain Water (skeeterator)

    O.K.
    Where is the drain located? Under the TM pedal? Whats the best way to unclog?

    Thanks,
    LC
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    Re: Recessed TM Tray and Rain Water (Javelin389)

    Sorry, should have given more info. Its an 07 Stratos 275. It was done at the factory.

    Les
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    Recessed TM Tray and Rain Water

    Is anyone else experiencing this problem? Rainwater collecting in recessed tray. Shouldn't there be a small hole for a drain?

    Les
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    Re: Screaming deals on Stratos'............. (sc419795)

    Todd,
    08 294 on your website....still available and how much?

    thanks,
    LC
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    Re: Livewell Help (PhilG)

    Phil,
    Here is a good example.

    http://www.backwatersmarine.co...1.JPG
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    Re: Livewell Help (PhilG)

    Phil,
    Not sure if it would work for your application. I had a similar livewell setup in a boat I had a few years back. I used a piece of PVC pipe about 12-14" long. The pipe was stuck down into...
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    25 HP Etecs?

    Anybody know when they will they be available?

    Thanks,
    LC
  22. Thread: 2009 294 xl

    by claypool72
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    Re: 2009 294 xl (Todd Morgan)

    Todd,
    Is the 76ish with the 200 etec ho or 200 yamaha hpdi? What will the 200 optimax run while we are at it?


    thanks,
    LC
  23. Thread: 275 Pro XL

    by claypool72
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    Re: 275 Pro XL (Stratos201basser)

    I have an 07 275 with a 115 hp optimax and I like it alot. I have fished out of bigger boats and have spent most of my time out fishing out of a 201. The boat is very wide so it fishes much bigger...
  24. Thread: 176XT

    by claypool72
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    Re: 176XT (skinnywater)

    These might be helpful:

    http://www.yamaha-motor.com/as...r.pdf

    http://www.yamaha-motor.com/as...r.pdf

    LC
  25. Thread: 176XT

    by claypool72
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    Re: 176XT (bassinbrad)

    I think you should be happy with the 176. I would upgrade to 24 volt trolling motor. You could definitely get a bigger used boat w/bigger motor in good shape for 14K, but you might not have the...
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