Best idea under $20

[JamesTXSD]

It was in the 80s here today. 8) We have a small weather station on the boat, but it was more than $20 (trying to stay OT).

 

[starcrafttom]

Its post like this that are the real reason jim did not go to the boat show, fear for his own life. :evil:

 

[JamesTXSD]

Tom, ol' buddy,

I was going to make a smart-ass comment, but your post on another thread about sending off your "windlass" got to me. Let's just say that having the protection of that inside steering station has made me even more reticent about intentionally subjecting myself to the cold.

WARM wishes,
Jim

 

[TyBoo]

Let's just say that having the protection of that inside steering station...

I feel pretty good and infinitely grateful about the protection being afforded by Tom's windlass.

 

[starcrafttom]

now that James is gone Susan says she will be my irish windLASS, so there :moon All have to do is keep the crew happy :wink:

 

[Papillon]

Starcraftom said:

All have to do is keep the crew happy

Now that is an idea that is going to cost a hell of lot more then $20 :lol: :lol:

 

[mwilson]

A friend made me a "Bouy Muffler" for tying off to the bouys in the San Juans. It is just a 12x12 2' thick piece of closed cell foam with a 2' hole in the middle It kept the rings on the bouys from knocking on the hull at night. Just slip the mooring line through and hook up, no scratches on the hull.
michael

 

[Sea Wolf]

Here's an addition from another thread and a link to another:

Flying Burgee Quieter for Nightiime:


Fairbro Wrote-

I discovered a way to quiet a sleep disturbing , flapping, clinking burgee without removing it. It would also work for towing and reduce fading. I roll the burgee around the pole and slip the cover sleeve from a collapsible umbrella over it. It actually looks kind of classy too I might add. I looked for the, "Good ideas under $25.00", thread but couldn't find it.
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Gary & Gerrie on Minnie Swann


DaveS Wrote-

Several years ago, I flew a burgee. When I trailered the boat with it still in place, I would wrap it around its' mast and ensleeve (is that a word?) it inside a piece of foam pipe insulation and then take a very small bungee and wrap around it to keep it secure.

Certainly not as quick and easy, nor as attractive ("classy") as your remedy, but is at least one other method that can be utilized. Perhaps, my method would be referred to as the "bailing wire" approach. Wish I had thought of your method back then.
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Dave S.
"Sea Shift"

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Fiberglass Antenna Slivers

Now a link to a discussion on how to deal with Fiberglass Antenna Slivers as antennas age and begin to delaminate. Cheaper than a new antenna at $75-$175!

Joe. :teeth :thup

 

[Flip]

I don't know if it works but a friend of mine just sent me this tip

WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper Than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

 

[Sea Wolf]

I don't know if it works but a friend of mine just sent me this tip

WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper Than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

The generally agreed upon reason this works is that WD-40 is made from fish oil (along with solvents and propellents), so your baits and lures laced with it have that "fish" odor/smell/taste.

However, as far as lubrication properties are concerned, since the fish oil eventually dries out and becomes sticky and varnish like, it is thus a good initial freeing lubricant, but not good in the long run for hot, dry applications, and should be supplemented with a second lubricant for long term lubrication once the mechanism is freed up.

Joe. :teeth :thup

 

[Not For Hire]

Body Pillows are sort of skinny pillows that are twice as long as regular pillows. My son had one laying around so I used it last fall. Great in the cuddy between you and the wall both as insulation and a soft cushion if you sleep on your side part oft he time. I think two of them could be a 56 inch long bolster for the dinette when in bunk position. So today I was in WalMart and they had body pillows for $7.50 marked down from $10.00 and then body pillow covers (genuine faux suede) were $7.95. I bought two in dark blue. Poor man's couch and deluxe bed here we go.

Regards,

Mark

 

[tom&shan]

I don't know if it works but a friend of mine just sent me this tip

WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper Than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

The generally agreed upon reason this works is that WD-40 is made from fish oil (along with solvents and propellents), so your baits and lures laced with it have that "fish" odor/smell/taste.
Joe. :teeth :thup

I'm going to have to disagree with Joe's statement above about generally agreed upon reason. From what I heard this Winter at a fishing seminar at the Seattle Boat Show - the reason WD-40 worked on fishing lures is that it "washed" off the human scent from the lure. The solvent came off the lure as soon as it hit the water but it took the smell of man off the lure, which Salmon are quick to detect.

Cheers,
Tom
I know this has nothing to do with the topic but ...

 

[Sea Wolf]

I don't know if it works but a friend of mine just sent me this tip

WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a LITTLE on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper Than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.

The generally agreed upon reason this works is that WD-40 is made from fish oil (along with solvents and propellents), so your baits and lures laced with it have that "fish" odor/smell/taste.
Joe. :teeth :thup

I'm going to have to disagree with Joe's statement above about generally agreed upon reason. From what I heard this Winter at a fishing seminar at the Seattle Boat Show - the reason WD-40 worked on fishing lures is that it "washed" off the human scent from the lure. The solvent came off the lure as soon as it hit the water but it took the smell of man off the lure, which Salmon are quick to detect.

Cheers,
Tom
I know this has nothing to do with the topic but ...

Well, i suppose that could be the case, that it just removes the human scent.

I do know folks who spray nightcrawlers with it, thinking it improves the crawler's scent appeal to the fish.

Maybe if it really removes human scent well, we could use it as a spray down instead of taking showers on the boat?

It would be cheaper than a water heater, shower stall, soap, etc.

Just spray yourself down with WD-40 and crawl into the v-berth with your sweetheart, right?

Try it and see what happens for me, OK?

I'll be waiting for your report.....

Joe. :lol:

 

[dotnmarty]

Official list of WD-40 uses

http://www.wd40.com/uses-tips/function/other-uses/
includes these under 'fishing'--

* Keeps top line guides from freezing on fishing rods when ice fishing
* Polishes fishing lures
* Drives moisture from fishing tackle
* Drives moisture from fishing waders after use
* Keeps fishing lures corrosion free
* Keeps fishing reels rust-free
* Keeps plastic fishing lures from sticking together
* Keeps tackle from freezing during ice fishing
* Lubricates fishing reel knobs
* Lubricates swivels on fishing lures
* Prevents fishing flies from rusting
* Refurbishes antique fishing lures
* Removes paint from fishing lures
* Protects ice-fishing auger from rust
* Rejuvenates soft plastic fishing lures
* Spray on fishing line to keep line from becoming stiff

 

[Chester]

Just spray yourself down with WD-40 and crawl into the v-berth with your sweetheart, right?

I'll be waiting for your report.....

Joe. :lol:

I can report that we used to use Crisco and...um, never mind.

 

[TyBoo]

I do know folks who spray nightcrawlers with it, thinking it improves the crawler's scent appeal to the fish.

Nope, it don't make them smell it just makes 'em mad so they wriggle around more.

 

[starcrafttom]

no matter what wd 40 does it works. I have used it for trout, bass ,bluegill, striper, cats and even salmon. The stuff works great. but if you get caught using it you will get a ticket in most states.

 

[Sea Wolf]

Looks like WD-40 is a real panacea for those with the fishing urge, or, so it's claimed.

It lubricates, frees, preserves, restores, renews, prevents, protects, refurbishes, rejuvenates, polishes, desicates, etc., etc.

Maybe sprayed into the plentiful vacuum between the the ears of some of us old, forgetful, slow, cob-webbed brained codgers, it would speed up thinking, rejuvenate memory functions, and improve a multitude of age related slowed down functions?

I'll gladly pay the $1.69 for the test case cannister for any of the rest of us who qualify would like to volunteer to be the testee....????

Me? I'm just going to volunteer to write out the test questions to see if the experiment works, if I can just remember where I left my glasses and pencil, or, alternately, my keyboard, mouse, computer, and password.

Joe. :wink:

 

[Sea Angel]

LABELS - cheap flexibility.

If anyone wants to make any labels, have a computer and a printer---
you may want to purchase some AVERY Clear Mailing Labels [various
sizes available] and use MS Word, or equiv., to generate the font and size
desired. The labels are self sticking and can be coated with a clear spray
to give it some wear properties.

There is an example of this on my Sea Angel WX Station pixs. The size
label I used was 1 1/3" x 4 1/8".

Art

 

[Captains Cat]

VERY nice art, Art... :lol:



"Vessel name was printed with MS WORD on a 'Clear Shipping Label', 11/2"x41/8", by AVERY. It was set in place and sprayed with a clear acrylic spray that you can get at any art supply or hardware store. The 3/8" line was hot glued to the base's outer edge.



You gonna be able to make it up to Langford this year?


Charlie