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    Installing Structurescan

    I installed an HDS 7 on my Explorer, flush mounted using a piece of starboard which replaced the smoked glass in the dash..The Structure Scan module is mounted in the cabin, starboard underneath just ahead of where the trim tab oil reservoir is. I mounted the module on the inside wall. Also...
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    How can we form a GW club in Beach Haven, New Jersey area

    Re: How can we form a GW club in Beach Haven, New Jersey are I would also be interested, we have a 95 Explorer with a 250hp (2006)ETEc, we are based out of Brennans Boatworks in Brick. Let us know how we can start our own GW club. Jim
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    new cabin bolsters & LED rope lights

    I have the same design bolsters in my 1995 Explorer, and the fabric is drying out and just flaking off. How did you get the fabric off of your bolsters? I can't find any screws or brackets holding this fabric and cushion in place. I really like your LED light idea for the cabin. Captain Jim
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    Ditch Bag for smaller boat

    we have a vhf floating radio,handheld GPS, waterproof aerial flares,whistle, mirror, McMurdo Personal locator beacon and a first aid kit. We have a 24' Explorer, and on occassion have gone out 10 miles. Captain Jim
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    1995 Explorer Anchor Handling

    My Explorer does not have a pupit or windlass, just old fashioned anchor locker and a beautiful orange anchor ball. I just put in a new 600' anchor line and 20' of chain. What does everyone use to make it a little easier on the retrieval? I have a Danforth anchor. Captain Jim
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    Stainless Roller Assembly for 95 Explorer

    Anyone out there who has one mounted? I have the 95 Explorer and will be going to deeper waters in the spring, but no pulpit. Thinking of installing a roller assembly set up to help with the anchor, what model should be used? Windline AR3?? thanks for the feedback. Captain Jimmie
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    1998 Marlin with twin Yamaha 250hp ox66

    does anyone have any feedback on this model with this engine set up? Curious to know any problematic areas with boat, engines. Engines reportedly have only 400 hours on them. Looking to go a little bigger from our 95 explorer- 24'. appreciate any feedback. Jim
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    Cockpit Trim Restoration - 1993 Explorer

    Grady Plasteak Restoration I cleaned very thoroughly the Plasteak, using a fine bristle brush and Windex . I cleaned it twice and then applied a coat of Woodys(blue bottle) and waited a half hour , then applied a second coat and let it dry. It has held up the best so far. I am located in...
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    1994 grady white explorer

    Our 1995 Explorer This is the second full season we have our Explorer, and it is very seaworthy. It rides and handles like a heavier boat(typical Grady), and since we repowered her with an Evinrude 250Hp E-tec, it handles even better, (replaced the original 225 Yamaha SWS that had been...