Mike

what kind of vehicle are you using to tow. The reason i am asking this is: Vehicles with separate brake/signal bulbs(usually an amber colored lense) require a logic module to sort out the distribution of voltage to the lights on the trailer. Also check the lights at night and see if: with the running lights on, are the taillights on the trailer about the same brightness. When you step on the brake pedal , the one side does not work does it not work at all, is it dim, does the side that works go dim. Most wiring problems are caused by a poor ground connection usually on the trailer. I am assuming you are using a standard 4 pin connector>> To isolate wether the problem is the vehicle or trailer do this: discinnect the trailer from the vehicle plug. Tools needed>>> Testlight >>> 12 volt battery( take the battery out of the boat) >>> 2 long pieces of wire or "test leads" 4 prong trailer connector: white = ground brown = running lights green = right rear brake/signal yellow = left rear brake/signal hook the clip end of the test light to ground( white wire) turn on lights/ touch testlight end to brown wire. turn on brake lights/ touch testlight end to green and then yellow wire turn on left signal/ touch testlight end to yellow wire turn on right signal/ touch testlight end to green wire test light should illumanate brightly on all circuits, with the running light circuit(brown) being noticably dimmer than the brake/signal circuit. To verify the ground on the connector with the test light clipped to the white wire of the connector, touch the positive post of the battery( need test leads). if the ground is good test light will illuminate brightly. If the vehicle is ok. proceed to the trailer. Trailer: set a 12 volt battery near the connector, use test leads to connect battery to trailer plug. connect neg battery lead to ground on connector(white wire) connect positive lead to brown wire, running lights should illuminate. connect positive lead to yellow wire, left signal/brake lights should illuminate. connect positive lead to green wire, right signal/brake lights should illuminate. example: If the left rear doesnot illuminate. leave test leads hooked up. ground the test light securely, remove bulb, touch thest light to the connector in the socket. If test light does not illuminate, you have no power getting to the bulb(bad wire) If test light illuminates you have a bad ground. I am assuming that bulbs are ok. Left side = driver right side = passenger Good luck, pm me if you are still having problems, or if this helps you out Mike

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Gas at our pumps today was $109.00 a litre..

Hey Caz. I find they work better if you take them out of the package 1st..

Guys and Gals. I am still around, I have been busy trying to get my honey-do-list done before I drive up to Michigan in August to visit with as many of you as I can. Just thought I would give ya an update.. Mike

You must be an optimist. I should send the auto manufacturers an email,just in case..

It should be mandated that all gas filler inlets should be put on the right side(passenger) of the vehicle. This would prevent filling an empty tank next to traffic, if you are unfortunate enough to run out of fuel.

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Nice fish>>>

Lake Erie Walleye Stocks Rebound Making Harvest Increase Possible NIAGARA FALLS — The Ontario government welcomes the decision by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission's Lake Erie Committee to increase the allowable harvest of Lake Erie walleye by 143 per cent, Natural Resources Minister David Ramsay said today. "Ontario's Lake Erie commercial and sport fishers have had to limit their walleye fishing in recent years," said Ramsay. "Due to an increase in fish stocks, Ontario will be able to set higher quotas for its commercial fishery, resulting in increased economic benefits for many of the lake's small fishing communities." Walleye is the most important species for Ontario's Lake Erie commercial fishers and anglers. The decline of the walleye population through the 1990s prompted the Lake Erie Committee to reduce the walleye allowable harvest by 56 per cent in 2000 and by another 30 per cent in 2004. An excellent spawn by walleye in 2003 resulted in a huge increase in young walleye, which will start being caught throughout western and central Lake Erie this year. "Lake Erie has the most productive fishery of all the Great Lakes," said Ramsay. "Recent problems such as botulism and declining water levels appear to have ended. Today's decision recognizes that the lake is a source of high quality fish products for national and international markets, and a great place for residents and visitors to Ontario to go sport fishing." The committee has also made a decision to increase the 2005 lake-wide allowable harvest of yellow perch by seven per cent. After undergoing a severe decline in the 1990s, perch stocks are now abundant throughout most of the lake. The Lake Erie Committee is made up of representatives from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, New York Department of Environmental Conservation, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Every March, the committee reviews the status of the lake's fisheries and decides on the total amount of the allowable walleye and yellow perch catch for that year. Ontario's share of the allowable harvest is used as the basis for setting commercial fishing quotas.

Ontario Federation Of Anglers And Hunters May Lease Facility TORONTO — The Ministry of Natural Resources is close to an agreement that would see the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) lease the Ringwood fish hatchery near Stouffville, Natural Resources Minister David Ramsay announced today. "I am very pleased that we are able to build on our partnership with the OFAH to provide recreational fishing opportunities into the future," said Ramsay. "The ministry and the OFAH have successfully partnered on many important initiatives, including invasive species, hunter education and Atlantic salmon restoration." "We are pleased that the Minister is committed to have meaningful dialogue with the OFAH towards conserving our precious fish and wildlife stocks," said OFAH Executive Director Mike Reader. "We look forward to continuing our dialogue with the ministry with respect to the Ringwood hatchery. The goal of the OFAH is to make sure that we do what is right for a diverse and viable fishery, and that we do what is right for Ontario’s angling community. If these two elements are part of the equation, we will ultimately look to enter into an agreement to lease the Ringwood hatchery." As part of its ongoing program assessment and commitment to fiscal efficiencies, the ministry was planning to take Ringwood out of production and consolidate production in the remaining nine hatcheries. The OFAH is building on its long-standing partnership with the government. The OFAH also led the successful launch of the Atlantic Salmon Restoration Project. The funding support garnered for the Atlantic salmon project is critical to the Normandale hatchery continuing its important fish culture programs, including the rearing of Atlantic salmon and chinook salmon production for Lake Ontario. Developing partnerships in fish production is just one way the McGuinty government is helping protect our natural environment. Other initiatives include: Launching Ontario’s Biodiversity Strategy to engage Ontarians in the protection of a wide variety of plant and animal life. Preserving 1.8 million acres of green space by creating the Greenbelt across the Golden Horseshoe. Providing new incentives for private landowners to protect and restore significant natural heritage features on their land. The ministry remains committed to fish hatchery programs and yesterday announced a $13.2 million investment in the Dorion Fish Culture Station near Thunder Bay. The Ministry of Natural Resources will produce an average of seven million fish for stocking the Great Lakes and inland waters next year.

Great Lakes Sport Fishing Council Infection appears to be waning; poses no threat to human health COLUMBUS, OH - A viral infection caused an extensive die off of yellow perch and freshwater drum (sheephead) in Lake Erie this spring, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS) was detected for the first time in Lake Erie earlier this year. At this point, the infection appears to be waning and few fish have died in recent weeks. VHS poses no threat to human health. As the temperature of Lake Erie rises, the risk of fish becoming infected from VHS drops considerably,†said Jeff Tyson, fisheries biology supervisor with the division. “The optimal temperature for VHS to affect fish is 40 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Lake Erie water temperature is now in the mid 60-degree range and getting warmer.†VHS is a relatively common virus in Europe and Japan where it has affected fresh and saltwater fishes, primarily salmon species in aquaculture facilities. Prior to 2005, VHS was known mostly in saltwater and estuarine systems along the east and west coasts of North America. The virus was first detected in the Great Lakes region (Lake Ontario) in 2005. Significant numbers of sheephead were found dead in the Western Basin of Lake Erie, beginning in mid April. Later, a less-severe die off of yellow perch was detected in the Central Basin. Testing conducted by the division on both fish species revealed VHS infection. A VHS outbreak also has been identified as causing a die off of round goby and muskellunge in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence Seaway this year.

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Welcome to the site Chris! Thanks for the introduction. Look foreward to seeing you around the forums.

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Congrats. Now we can call you Cap'n

The more fish the better

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youre lucky she did not get one of these for ya.

Thanks for the update!

BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, Ohio - A 75-year-old northeast Ohio woman is recovering from injuries she received this week when a deer got into her home and attacked her. Mary Blake of suburban Cleveland opened her patio door Wednesday to let her border collie back inside and was shocked when a female deer followed close behind. Blake says she tried to shut the door, but the deer knocked it off track and then knocked into Blake and started stomping her. Blake frantically called police as the deer damaged her walls, furniture and some keepsakes. Two police officers arrived and were able to coax the deer outside. Blake was treated at the hospital for bruises and cuts on her arms, legs and stomach. She has 27 stitches on her right knee.

Happy fathers day to all the Dad,s out there.