Recent content by GarySWI

Thank you. I think this is more involved than what I want to take on. My background is in electronic manufacturing but I am comfortable with mechanical things too.

Recent discussions of power biminis got me thinking. Has anyone ever converted a manual bimini to powered? I suspect it's not very practical but never hurts to ask.

I use a variation on your canvas bag. I went to Goodwill and bought a large duffel/athletic bag. It's big enough to hold the anchor line and chain. Start by fastening the bitter end of the anchor line inside the bag then carefully lay the line and then the chain lengthwise in the bag. Then...

I would have the dealer contact Bennington for a warranty claim. I wonder if the dealer did replace the ladder with a cheap one that they painted? If the ladder is solid and you like it, I would have it powder coated locally.

Yes...really. Feel free to do some research but here's one link to get you started. https://www.thepontoonsite.com/how-to-anchor-a-pontoon-boat/?utm_source=perplexity

No, not a stupid question. I've seen plenty of boaters do it. Here's why you should not: https://hagadonemarine.com/dont-anchor-boat-from-stern/

You should NEVER anchor at the stern.

What radio are you talking about? If it's a marine radio water shouldn't be getting inside. I would suspect water getting into some of the wiring, maybe in the helm? Check those connections and see if the connectors are fully seated to compress the water seals/ o-rings. Maybe a very small...

I use a Kasco water aerator, 3/4 HP, that I run continuously. My neighbor has two. Problem is keeping the aerator propeller clear of weeds. I clean mine at least once a day. I did hear from the mayor on Sunday. He's looking into it but I'm not holding my breath that they'll do anything.

Thank you Fitz...I'll give it a try. Maybe take my brush with, just in case.

Yes...it's been really bad this year, especially the last week.

We live on a canal that connects to our lake. The canal is a dead end and we're the third house from the south end. The city weed cuts in the canal every week but the problem we have is the duckweed that forms a carpet. I have a Yamaha motor and can confirm that the intake screen has very...

Great news, glad you got it working

"We also have two tables front and rear - each having 4 cupholders but not very usable as drinks spill easily" If I were you and you're comfortable with modifying the table top, I would look into something like this. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06WW9M6XK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Hi Curtis Did you ever get this resolved?