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Kevin, GJ in tough conditions. Like Ken said we are fish junkies in need of a pic fix. LOL

Steve and Randy, GJ on the river eyes. It's always good to see some juveniles for tomorrows box.

Tom, That sure looks good. I like beer or lemonade with fish.

GJ on the river fish.

Capt. Greg, A warm welcome to the GLF site.

I think with the Dive Bombs it's a Love Hate thing. If the fish are deep and you need to get some core or copper a bit deeper this tool will work. The only objections I have heard are having to remove them while fighting a fish. Sometimes without them you wouldn't have the fish to fight. It's a good way for guys with limited core or copper rods to get some extra depth.

Matt, I'm glad you added this video. It should help a lot of people. I have tied stingers before. I like your two nails idea and will use it. TYVM

Joel, GJ man. I'm glad you are picking up on it. One thing about true fishermen, even when they are trying new waters and methods, it doesn't take them long to adapt. Find out how and what they want and give em lots of it.

I know this is a real good cause. I know some of our members will be involved. TY for posting it. I was surprised that you were a member since 08. We welcome your posts here. Anyways a belated warm welcome to GLF. Y'all come back now.

Kevin, You got that right. It can be the ticket for Kings at times also.

Bill, The spoons look great.

I may be there Fri or Sat. http://flintsteelheaders.com/spring_show

Steve, Thanks for the report and pics from down under.

Everything is SOLD

Doug, A warm welcome to the GLF site.

Joel, Welcome aboard.

Joel, Welcome to the site.

Jason, The 4 cyl Dukes you are referring to are the 2.5 and 3.0L GM engines. They are real tough and the 3.0 is still used to this day. The 470s were a total Mercruiser design, and didn't even resemble the 2.5 and 3.0L engines Mercruiser 470: Mercruiser wanted an inexpensive way to add more power and came up with their own cast aluminum block. This block was based on the dimensions of a Big Block Ford V8 but with Mercs they were just in line 4 cyl engines. Merc used some of Fords parts in these engines, but many parts were Merc only and expensive. At least in the beginning they used an outboard charging system that was troublesome. They also had some cooling problems. As in anything some of these problems may have been owner neglect. I guess I heard timing chains were another Achilles Heel. These engines were not near as durable as the 4 cyl GM Dukes. I looked at a few boats that had this engine. One of them the engine was a basket case. A friend told me to steer clear of the 470s so I did. These engine did have a lot of torque and a quite a bit more hp than the 3.0L engines.

Frank, Wasn't the 470 Mercruiser engine Mercruiser's problem step child? I know they were a Mercruiser only engine with an aluminum block and a Ford Big Block cast iron head. I know some boaters that had boat loads of problems with these. I have heard that the re-manufactured blocks are better than the originals. I'm not referring to someone rebuilding them but a truly re-manufactured engine. I side stepped a few boats that had this engine. I may have been wrong. Mercruiser now uses the 4.3 V6 instead of the 470s. I know you have far more experience than most on marine engines. Could you share your thoughts on this big bore long stroke 4cyl engine. Thanks for all the great information you provide us.

I have electric Cannons and they came with the boat. If I was going to buy some the would be Big Jon or the Vectors. My older Cannons had some issues and parts were not available. I repaired them. Cannons and their customer service was a lot better before they changed hands. Too much plastic in the Cannons.

Leader lengths can vary but usually 2 to 4 times the length of the flasher or dodger. Keep in mind that flies and squid have no action on their own. The shorter the leader the more action imparted on the bait. Anything can be run behind a dodger or flasher including spoons and plugs. Most fishermen will run meat, flies, or squid behind them.

Steve, A warm welcome to the GLF site.