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6 sparks per revolution? That would be a total of 18 sparks per Rev. (3 Cyls). I will check my SN, but it sure seems high! I should have tried all options during lobster season...waiting to pull pots.

I made the mistake of googling it, even more confused! I guess I will have to try all options, until I find an idle speed of 1100-1200 RPM. Thanks to all who shared the info!

Can't wait to hear of your success!

I assume Bronze is stronger? Harder to work with? Less toxic, or is it the smoke from the flux that is toxic?

Thanks for the report, you will get em next time! ( and a real bed)

Fukishima ray.

So with this tach, it only lists a handful of programable options. Each choice is how many sparks per revolution. 1 spark for 2 revolutions is an option I will try. Thanks, I hope it works! Hard for me to conceptualize!

this one has 3 cylinders-I understand the 4 stroke vs 2 stroke concept, compression/ignition stroke, and a exhaust stroke. I do not know how many cylinders fire on a revolution. Do each (or all 3) fire for each revolution?

I have a 40 HP 4 stroke Mercury (ELPT EFI) and bought a digital electric tach/hour meter. It asks how many sparks per revolution, as the sensor wire wraps around one plug wire. I am unsure of this answer. I am trying to see how the boat is propped-hoping to be around 6000 RPM at WOT. I have...

That Ken Onion works great! 18 degrees does it! Nice looking meat! Congradts!

Fishing in Mexico, "rope attached to a body"! Nothing to see here folks, wind um up!

Women and seamen do not mix anyway.

You must be refering to "fruit" beers? Pineapple, peppers, whatever, Don't fruit my beers!

Thanks for the posts on this, more friggin rules to try and follow...

Did you tell him you were a BD member?

I was wondering if you used the 2 part West Marine fiberglass filler? Hard as hell, but unknown about how it would work on metal. Probably better on the inside.

Drink and release!

Nice to see...

Did they align with the marks on the outside?

I do not disconnect my 2 batteries, but they are in plastic boxes. I shut them off at the perko. I think (guess) a little spotting is normal, my westcoaster has some, but is pretty clean. I wonder if it can be polished out. Do you worry about inside the hull electrolysis from fish hooks and...

What about the Legend? 1.75= $400+

Good info! I will look into this! Thanks!

Costa told me they do not have replacement lenses for my hammerheads, "discontinued". I saw hammerheads listed as a "new" style for sale in west marine's catalog! Won't buy costas again due to no cust. service!

Yeah, thanks for the thought! Tough to predict, but food for thought. YT on patties is probably already happening. LJ looked clean this morning, wind&sea area looked blue at low tide. Flatties and resident YT, and WSB probably happenning.

Got to lookup gaff vs net! Nice report!

It was El Hefe-We took photos which were posted about the whole thing. The Coast Guard had to come and bail him out. Mex navy almost grabbed it... they had the balls to fish the pens when they were inside! We asked them if they were metering any fish..

I assume this is a dumb question, but I am new to this FMM process, and want to learn. Is this only in spanish? No english version? I do not speak spanish, and filling this out would be challenging.

Costa offered me -$30.00 a $260.00 pair, which I did not know how they fit.

I have bought many pairs of Costas, 580P & G. The customer service dept. has not been helpful, ever. I have hammerheads which I bought less than a year ago, in 580P plastic lenses, which I thought I could swap out for 580G. (I think there is a difference between 400G and 580G!) They tell me, the...

Wow, thanks for the report! Any Pics?

GLWS! Hope you get some takers-I hope your mexico trip was good. Have you seen what a rebuild would cost? Maybe someone can give you an estimate without spending too much $$. YT at the islands.

I think you are right, I was told this weekend for the marlin club.

That's how its done! Wonder how big the ones that got away were! Any dog problems?

How would you go about making it like a mirror?

Any one have intel on aluminum hull polishing? I have seen some really shine. My 15' will not be as big of an undertaking as the 40' er! Thanks!

When you give the plastic bag of documents to the feds, are they copies or the orgionals? This is all good info! I probably won't go much, so a $5.00 biosphere bracelet would be best. I am a 1/2 hour from the border, but would rather not enter into mexico by land.

Thanks for the tip on OnX, it looks like a cool app.

Great shot, badass fish!

Looking forward to it!

Next year I will be collecting data in a log! Snoozed this year! That was a good tip, should have done it!

Great report, great season! Interesting you found a new honey hole, I thought you had every one figured by now! If I may ask, did you find this by bottom finder, deduction, word of mouth, or just trying a new untested spot? (PM if you want!) You have a nose for the bugs! Funny, my wife does not...

I think this will get you to the link- https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Marine/Invertebrates/Lobster

I bought an Eyoyo with a 9" screen, 100' depth, and led/uv lights. About $260.00 and it works very well! We were finding structure on a FF, and could drop the camers and see shelves and caves, with lobster eyes glowing! Sorry about the delay, the new format threw me off!

Great job reporting thruout the season! Love seeing the other areas producing up there, looks like a remarkable fishery, (buggery)! Thanks!

All you have to do is call it? "Here boy" "good trap, good trap"! What a crock, out of control! Where do I sign to stop this? Who do I call? Thanks for the heads up.

Where does your info come from? I doubt it, but will check.

I was looking at getting the Navonics app on a pad, after seeing the pad is GPS activated. I thought the cost was $15.00, but now I see the cost is $199.00. Am I wrong? I thought the relief shading would be great! Big difference, still worth it? Are the phone apps and tablet ones priced...

The only spanish phrase I know "por favor no me violes en grupo"

What is that, like $48.00? Is it per person, or total? The TIP permit is $45? (good for 10 years?) Biobracelet, Mexican license, good to go? Insurance?

I believe this to be true-

Sorry bout the misdirection. A quick look seemed loke a match! You have great info for the op!

Use a tablet, or phone.

Maybe a couple WSB?

No, probably should have! The jetty was a zoo! We moved to the quiet spots after being mobbed. Reminded me of the scene in "Jaws" when all the towns boat population went out after the shark! Probably need to buy 2 scoops for bait next year!! Good luck!!

Marinate for 1/2 hour in orange juice, with a little lime. Rinse, finely mince macadamia nuts, make some honey butter. Apply the honey butter to cold meat, roll in the macadamia nuts. Bake at 350 , pull just before completely done. I have seen worms near the abdomen, some are clean.

Google it! do these work? https://www.google.com/search?q=west+marine+nmea+2000+cable&oq=West+Marine+NMEA+connectors&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0l2j69i64.18367j0j8&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

I hate the idea of staring at my phone when on the water! LOL! Probably drive right past boils and patties squinting at the screen looking for a "remarkable bottom"! I do have an older pad....hmmm....again, good information! Thanks!!!

Started a bit late, 5ish, and tried to get 1/2 scoop, but it did not look to be enough (again!), ended up getting a full scoop. WTF! Got 2 nice ones, 5 total even with the insane crowds! Hoopers everwhere! Chucking hoops right on top of my sets, many dorks out there. I left after getting a...

Nice work! Good size for the season ending session! San Diego was not as good. I got 5, with 2 nice ones, but was out till 2;30 AM. Very crowded, way too many people out! Beautiful night-but it's over!

Good information! I was wondering about the Navionics app being used on my phone. Can you get the shaded relief also? I have a small boat, so I may not have room for a larger screen. You have extra room up there! I have a 9" monitor NO GPS for an UW camera that I bought. Maybe that will work. I...

Does anyone in San Diego have any ideas about coyote hunting in San Diego, or within an hour or so drive? Any desert areas, (plaster city, anywhere near Tecate/Campo?) foothills (Warner springs, kitchen creek, backcountry) or info on what can be legally hunted on? (BLM, Cleveland forest?) I...

I wonder what it looked like in the water with all those slugs around! That is a catch! Nice work, lots of cleaning!

Cool piece...my birthyear too!

What about los coyotes indian reservation? Maybe???

I do not think the storm will clear till sat-sun. I thought about going out friday too. I guess you don't know till you go! With all the cost and bs with going to mex., it would be a shame if the conditions shut it down. (IMO) Be safe!

Sometimes the wind blows the ocean flat! LOL!

The link did not work, maybe this one will help- https://ospreyscopes.com/scopes1/tactical-40x50-mildot-illuminated-reticle

Looks very nice! Like to see it assembled when finished!

PM sent

Nice work and good karma! Nice sized bugs too! Catalina I assume?

This is the time of year for the WSB to pop up! Go Get em! (picture from the past)

What are the divers targeting there?

Thanks! What camera set up was that!

I was on a spearfishing trip on one of the big boats out of H&M, headed to Cortez for a few days. Left at 9 PM, and in the galley on the way out the harbor, when we were getting the talk on how the trip would lay out, the boat started listing very hard to one side after a loud Bang!! Everyone in...

Lizardfish, Mullet, and Black Sea bass! No, really, Yellowtail, Bluefin, White sea bass..although, seeing the blue flash of a Dorado slamming your bait is right up there too!

Damn dirtbags- they will be caught and pay the price one day-

Must have gotten luck x 2- the light could be seen, barely on the short roped one. I hit MOB when the rope broke on the second one, and dropped that diamond head right on it! I have a underwater camera which may be useful in finding lost pots in the future. I wonder if you drained the bay how...

I wonder if the meat was rotten. By the time you get all the pictures and such, hard to keep a fish that big on ice or cooled!

Also an idea, a rod, (a stout one) is not bad to have in case your floats get pulled under, or the line is short! I was not paying attention and moved hoops deeper without paying out more line. The result was a flashing light 5' under the surface! My friend Mark had a rod, so we hooked it and...

It takes me 20 min to be in the water spearfishing, or 1/2 hour to take out my boat. When I catch fish, I can process them in my yard, and smoke them. Hooping for lobster on a quiet beautiful night is right in my backyard! The desert is an hour away. The mountains are an hour away. I do like...

Hows the Bluefin fishing there? Crappie?

I do not think so, I think you get chased off. Not 100% sure, though. There is a ferry that still runs there, by the resturants.

Thanks for the report, better luck next time!! Last year the end of the season was good!

Thank for all the ideas. I figured I was not the first to want this! https://img.tacklewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=YCWBG-10-1.jpg&nw=944

Yeah, no one has caught a bft or yft or yt with "tuna"crabs inside! No one said anything about offshore anyway. Just thinking of match the hatch.

Found it! Ordered from Discount Tackle! Z-MAN GT3-359PK6 Baby Goat 3"" Hot Craw 6 Pack, one Size I looked all over before posting too!

I saw someone post a tuna crab plastic on a post a couple of days ago, but cannot find it now. Anyone know of these? May give it a try-thanks!

Thanks for the report! Seems like folks did well even with the moon-

Did you buy or make the squid? Nice job on the bugs!

5 people and add 1000? lbs-at least the seas look calm, so far..the pulley looks tied off high, adding leverage to bend/break it! I guess somehow you manage!

I saw some squid-like wraps for jigs at Turners yesterday. No idea how they work, looked cool though.

I have a 6'10" sabiki rod, and I still have to cut and retie the packaged rigs! PITA! They are too long to allow me to reel up to the end.

Shrimp-lobster cocktails, for sure. Pretzels, maybe kfc crunchy breasts if solo for hooping. Pt. Loma seafood smoked fish.

Easy to do yourself, and have it done right!

Plastered females!

Wow- crazy cold!

Great photo, nice post! Ghostbusters!

Heading out tonight for twin harbors!

Nice job taking groups out to get bugs! Even Bernie got some! You seem to be steady on getting them-wish my boat was large enough to do Cat safely.

What about LOBSTERDOPE? Same idea, but contributors can give intel on where they were successful, and others can pay a fee to see it. I think I am on to something here! Contact me if you want to start a gofundme account or go in on a startup of some kind! Please note: obvious sarcasm and this is...

Color, teddya!

Thanks everyone! We had a military patrol boat drive right thru our 10 hoops, did not cut any off. Just cruzing around. I recently purchased a Eyoyo camera with a 9" screen, 24 leds, IR, and 100' of cable. Unknown model, about $280 on Amazon. It seems to work well, great at night. I think the...

FYI-I was not "being cheap", but by experience a 1/2 was all that was needed. I guess I will buy a full scoop, then a scoop and 1/2, then 2! BTW, the floor scraper-wooden bottom bucket worked very well for dicing up the bait! The camera was a color version, adjustable led brightness. Showed the...

Some nicer ones in there! Great job!

Left at 4PM from SI, got a half scoop, worst short scoop I have seen yet! Did not fill the 10 bait cans I had, we had to only fill 3/4 to even hoop. Lame. How does one handle this? We were already a ways away from the barge, hate to go back and complain. Many half scoops usually gets you a fill...

If you want to have great chains, (when you actually need them) check out Thule chains. CG9, CB12, CD10. Goes on so easy, off so easy, you won't hesitate when everyone else is struggling. Done Big Bore a million times, and the Highway patrol has you put them on when there is no snow around! Take...

I think I saw some at Ace in Clmt square yesterday.

Screaming deal, these are rare, hard to find! I have one I am holding on to-works great! Great for camping too! GLWS!

Any model, Mfg. #s? Dia., pitch? Might get more replies! I have a merc 40HP from 2003, will have to check the specs-

Sorry, not just the 50 cal, a MK38 25mm chain gun! Even better!

The 50 cal would be handy for patty poachers, dirtbag seals, or just breaking up the boredom of a slow bite! Our tax dollars at work, retire a fine vessel after 6 years.

That spot will be red hot when the tide comes in. Gotta wait it out!

BSB?

Quality stuff! Nice work!

Have you gone to South Bay gun and rod club? Off 94 E-nice outdoor place. Sorry, do not know of any in Ranchertia!

Looks like it works! I use a floor scraper to chop and a bucket with a wood bottom. The cut off funnel looks like it works too! I wonder if a wire saw would save you chopping with a knife! Or if the lid had blades that would chop when you close it? A sawsall with a long blade?? Nice work!

Spearfishing off Bird Rock (before MILPAS), shot straight down on a big ol sculpin. It bent the tip so removing it was a pain, and I got poked. I was by myself, and after a few minutes, I felt the venom creeping up my arm. I kicked for shore, and felt like it was overcoming my system. My whole...

Yeah, the gofish has some quirks. To get live feeds you need to float a sending unit of some kind. I guess I would rather mess with a cable to bet a hot feed.

Yeah, but Montana has a lot going for it too!

Thanks, I pm'ed him.

Sorry-no harm intended! GLWS!

Is $3750.00 correct price? Bought/ repaired for $1964.10 in '17? Did they double in price during this time? just asking, thought it may be a typo-the invoice looks like it was for a repair. GLWS!

Wow, crazy stuff! They have to interview/evaluate your former spouse about your mental stability to own a gun? $800.00 permit? $150,000 and 25 years ?

Thanks for the reply, I am thinking real time. The lag time-recorded/viewed later means you cannot mark any viewed structure, or actual bugs. I think it would be useful on patties too.

SCI, san clemente island?

After seeing some video from GregAndrew of YT eyeing his mack, I am looking for an underwater camera, ideally HD, reasonable lights, infrared and white, that will go 80 or so feet deep. Live, not taped and reviewed. A larger screen, maybe 9", a decent battery 8 hrs +. I have seen Eyoyo 1000TVL...

After seeing some video from GregAndrew of YT eyeing his mack, I am looking for an underwater camera, ideally HD, reasonable lights, infrared and white, that will go 80 or so feet deep. A larger screen, maybe 9", a decent battery 8 hrs +. I have seen the Eyoyo 1000TVL, does anyone use these or...

You got me going on underwater cameras, any chance you can show your GoPro setup? How many LEDS? Infrared too? I am looking at Eyouo 1000 TVL 9" screen setups, so you can (Hopefully) see live! I assume you had to wait to look at it before seeing the yellows? Thanks!

What camera do you use? I was looking at a gofish at LB Fred Hall (in March just before this covid crazyness), but have not pulled the trigger yet. Your video inspired me. Wild how they just look at the mac as if it was a piece of kelp! Thanks!

I have thought of saving the head -carpace for sheepies, but I think if you are stopped, you could get busted. Unsure. I heard of putting a bag of lobster parts on your anchor chain and baiting chunks. Big gear, get ready.

The end of Feb. works for me. Text me and I will give you my address.

Sorry, you are in three rivers! Give me your address, and I will send it. If you want to pay shipping, (paypal?) I will let you know how much.

Lobster pot or hoop net?

You can have it. I ordered "The Local Angler" on Amazon and they sent this older one. It is signed too! How do you want to pick up?

By law you cannot "tail" lobsters. The have to be lept "in the round, intact, for mesurement". But I am sure plenty of folks do. Some freeze the tail in ice, like a friend of mine. Another rinses it and wraps it (saran wrap and papar towels) before freezing. All are not cooked. All have the...

Do you want to read it, or purchase it? Where are you at? I can get it to you to read if you will return it when you are done. Or, if you want to keep it, we can work something out. I am in san diego, utc. Maybe swap something?

That looks like it would work- what about sat? I am in utc. Maybe tomorrow?

Boat, mobile. I guess I could do a wheelie. I have 2 seperate soft ones now, plastics, scent in one, the other is more offshore. Hooks, swivels, lead, and jigs, flatfalls, ahi, megabaits, iron. Fluro, everything else. (Release desenders, cutters, dykes, sabakis.) I guess I am looking for 1 big...

Is this what you are looking for? Joe 858 226-4105 San Diegot

Looking for a XL storage system with 5 3700 trays, or something similar. Flat storage of trays if possible, Got a ton of tackle-let me know! San Diego 858 226-4105

I am looking for a big storage system that will hold 5 3700 boxes flat, plus the usual other stuff. (Scents, fluro, cutters, lead.) What systems are best? I would rather go soft box, but would consider either. Ideas, suggestions? I got a ton of tackle....thanks!

It is a system for sealing holes in the shells from the inside, and it is like purple epoxy. I drip some on the ground when I am cleaning them, just to see it and remember, and it lasts months. Very strong stuff. If you (or a sheepshead) punctured a hole in the shell, this would ooze out and...

It has to do with which hemisphere you are in and the coreolus effect. As the water spins one direction in your toilet, the boat and steering wheel will follow. Remember, north is always left, so turn right to go south, depending on which hemisphere you are is, and which direction is ahead of...

Big Bear has both-Jawbone canyon? Great place-That sends me back..Got to be stuff around Arrowhead too.

Thanks for the report, it is pouring rain right now, should be good for the redistrobution!

Solo is the way....

Screaming deal, GLWS!

Looks good! How did you secure the gaff tip in the bamboo?

+1 These and a cedar are the standard. Plenty of variations, color and size, daisy chains big ol marlin soft heads, bait-o-matics, micros, resist the urge to get too many! I have a problem in this area-I still have acrylic cedar plugs from SQC! Memory lane-

Maybe someone will buy it for decoration only. LOL!

He looks like he is ready for a real rod n reel!

Hey, what markers are there on squid blocks from local markets (99 ranch etc.) to look for for acceptable fishing bait? I know if it is available live, freezing it without rinsing it is good. What is the best place for frozen? Thanks!

Great crawl going! Nice work!

GLWS! Can't find ammo at this price!

Megabait +1

Interesting! I have been calling the three turn surgeons knot a Seguar! Love the 3 turn surgeons knot, it has held up and never failed! Did not use the True Seguar much, but I may try it more. I was confusing the surgeons "loop" knot and adding a third pass. Thanks for straightening me out...

I have only been tying the second one, which I was taught was the seguar. Great knot for mono to fluro. I saw the first way as a second way to tie it, but it is a different knot. Did not like it. The triple surgeons is different from both. The first 2 require pulling all the tag/fluro leader...

The seguar knot is tied 2 different ways, but the knots are different. One twists the loop 3 times before the push thru, the other pushes thru the loop 3 times, the better connecting knot IMO. They look like the surgeons, (kind of), but are better for connecting. Unsure how they hold up on braid.

I cut the big tails so it cooks evenly. Usually quarters, otherwise the outside overcooks and the middle is under. They are a pain to remove!

Nice job, thanks for the report! Big bug! Any weight taken? Looks to be 6+? Nice!

We did Fred Hall LB in March, just got in before the $hit hit the fan. Got lucky! I doubt there will be any shows for a while. too bad!

Foggy early? Thanks for the view!

Sorry to hear about the dogs invading, I assume the bait cages were white, push on lids? A wrist rocket would he a help. Thanks to both of you for the reports!

Wow! I had to respond! Jonelli, there are plenty of cool folks here, willing to help out. I have had some share spots, but I doubt you will get many to help you until you reevaluate your approach (AKA attitude!) I have had folks here share their spots with me, we have fished together, and scored...

Cannon gyros

Here is Sandyego after it rains, the raw sewage from mexico pours directly into the ocean and migrates north. I believe hundreds of thousands of gallons yearly.IB is closed at least a third of the year from raw sewage pollution from mexico.

Last season I made it a point to Hoop the big storms. I sat thru big rain and winds, over and over, but did not see any big kill days. maybe it was just me, maybe I was too early, or should have waited a day for the move. I was concerned about electricity zapping me, but there was plenty of...

That is a bunch of fish to keep cold and process! You could not miss! Great to see, thanks!

$60.00 for all 6? Screaming deal! GLWS!

New post above for an sx in sc.

Does getrot work on foam? Great on dryrot wood.

That sucks X 2- next time you will get them! (Both the low life thief and the bugs!)

They certainly are good luck charms! Nice work, thanks for the report!

Maybe shark is like beef. It needs to age a bit before it becomes prime"! LOL! A waste, not a fan of 7gills, but still...should have given a couple of hundred pounds to a homeless person! Man eating shark!

I tried on wed and did not find them by the barge. Had to go to Lj, still thin.

230 ft? First plastered female I have seen. Good job!

It was a bad picture I saw, however, it did not look like a 7 gill. It looked like a baby white. The mouths are different. Having been harrassed by 7 gills, I know the difference. Either way, another fish story...

Makes sense. Probably not very good eating-

Hey, one of the idiots I work with showed me a picture of a large baby GWS that was supposedly caught at OB pier last week. Looked to be 200#+, maybe more. Walked it onto shore. I told him whoever caught that could be in big trouble for messing with that shark, but he shrugged it off. Anyone...

Send a follow up report!

Thanks for the inspiration! Gotta make room in the freezer-

You see them in fish markets around town, bluewater etc. from mexico. They should have WORK printed right on thier sides!

The gas is right by the spark! Just sayin...

It can be done! 15' Westcoaster- been 20 offshore a bunch of times.

How long one smokes is directly related to how large you cut the fish chunks. The larger, the longer. My friends cut small pieces for a dip they make, and only smoke a few hours. I like a big ol chunk, (see pics above) which may take all day (9 hrs +) I trim all the bloodline out, and leave the...

There are a bunch of posts about freedom from the past on here.

What about transfer thru the proper FFL as a curio/relic? That mother is old!

+1 on the Pitbulls-

King tides this mon- tuesday! Maybe this will kick things up!

Nice job, nice Bug! Empty ramp, late?

Thanks for the report, sorry to hear about the duldrums! It will get better...

I think fresh bait, cut works best. (my 2 cents) A bucket with a floor scraper works for chopping, maybe throw some plywood in the bottom. Plenty of info out there, and here. You have the idea, fishing structure, or holes, Mission Bay or San Diego. You can make great bait cages out of black PVC...

That is indeed a "spot"! Nice work, great fish! Thanks for the report! Would (also) like some generic tips on fishing for big lings!

See recent post from cartridgecalls-many choces for around $600-

Good intel, thanks! I am switching gears to fish Halibut and need to refine things. My friends stayed out all night fishing WSB for nada a few years ago, but stuck around in the early AM and switched gears to Halibut, with impressive results below! All fatties, other guys fishing right next to...

If you want to share your bait method, can you pm me? I have my own technique and home built cages! Thanks!

Sevengill? Nice dabs- thanks for the report!

I got mine for $5500, but put some $$ into it. Like the 40 hp power tilt, have taken it offshore with the right weather (a must). It is a 15', but wide. Sips gas, great for hooping and/diving/fishing. The 9.9 seems too small, I have a friend with a 25 on a 14' and it works well too. Can beach...

Dive shops or online should have a Trident product ( item # PA55) that is a gear marker, which I have used. Check it out..

Flares, MMSI (that works), EPIRB, flotation devices, handheld, back up GPS, ditch bag. Oh yeah, and luck!

Ya done good, brother...

Weird view of the coast...

Wow, I wonder what happened? Nice job helping them out! They did not say what happened?

So there are fish cops roaming around offshore? I wonder if a drone spotted you. I supoose you could argue it was not identified clearly...

Thanks, good mojo!

Those are nice ones! Good job, I am sure the kids loved it! Details?

Did you eat that guy? Nice work!

How do you keep a fish that size propperly chilled for such a long trip? Nice work!

Looks like a nice day! Good job!

True... I was at LAX and they said $300 for 500 of 9&40. Did not ask about anything else.

Damn! Lucky no one was hurt!

We were out sunday at the 371. Left at 1:30 also to mb.It looked like we would have to go slow too, but we were able to trim the motor and tabs and go 17-20 kn. Got up to 25+ when we could see Pt. Loma. In by 4. A little poundy at times, but backed down to avoid big hits. We were in a freedom...

You did not get the full 49 lobster limits for 7 peeps? Well, there is always next time! How did you put the 8 go id numbers on the floats? Good job! I work in an OR too. Plenty of crabs..good effort!

Promar also sells clip on weights for line mgt., I saw them at dana landing (in San Diego)

Nice effort!

Tons of great marks, we probably did not chunk enough!

Rolled to the 371 yesterday am, left at 7. Nice scoop of healthy bait, calm beautiful morning. Started picking up paddies above the 302, threw out a couple of trollers, got hit fast by skippies. More paddies, got a couple of nice dorado, bunch of rat YT. (Most released) The wind came up a lot by...

PM sent

Nice of you to try and get it back to the owner! How many bugs were in it?

I am an owner guy. A full spectrum is not to big to carry, and you can match what is working. Some prefer ringed, some back the knots off for a similar effect. A 2/0 gorilla is a std. for me, if the bait and target fish will handle it.Gorilla light, flyliners are available for downsizing. An...

Bummer, but could have been worse! The bugs will be waiting...

Stick with it! Are you cutting up the bait? How long are you soaking for? Setting before sunset? I did well earlyer in the season, but stopped for a bit. Plugged up on lobsters and salmon! (For now)

Well done! Seems like your planning paid off! Dicey but well executed! Congradts!

Broke down one time on a freedom boat, the fuel filter cap became loose, sucking air. 4 hour wait, 5 hour tow in. I was hesitant to pop the lid on someone else's boat. The time constraints seem to be the biggest negative factor, to me.

+1 on the floor scraper. I used to cut by hand, scissors and or knife, but a BD member told me about this method! Good idea with plywood to keep from busting out the bottom. I got mine at ace hardware-

That is only 125 lbs off-still a pig! (or cow)

Thanks for the report! What is with the dogs offshore? I see them everywhere now, stealing fish. Did not used to be like that-

I was there a week ago, dry dry dry. No patties, no life.

Stupid question, where are the mags/ammo during all this? Full mags, not in the weapon? Empty, outside the box? Ammo? Locks on the pistol? What about disassembly (taking the slide off?) Thanks!

Nice work, you seem to have it down! Getting done early is a bonus!

Nice work! Got em! Were there lots of other hoopers?

How many hoops do you run on a yak? Were others hooping?

I like the goal zero panels, and charge a weego jump starter. The 3 panel system charges the lamp they make also, (lighthouse 250) which lasts for a long time! They have AA battery packs also for charging.

Nice...

Thanks for the report-clean cat bugs!

Great report, quality bugs! Nice work! I like the "only" got 4 keepers on the first pull!

Good job, you northern boys seem to be killing them!

Congradts! Thanks for the report!

Thanks, got the "B" size, it covers the boat and my 40hp. $50.00-

My handheld worked like crap attached to the 6' antenna. I still carry it. 5W is not enough, I installed a 25W system with GPS and an MMSI registered. Seems to PU a long ways. I did have transmission problems, I think from a power shortage. It measured fine at the connection, but would not...

Hmmm... those lay down nice!

You can make your own from bait scents available everywhere, Walmart for sure. Sticky, oily, long lasting-

Love the straight bait chopper thing! Where does one get that? I have a mixer blade, could probably sharpen it with a grinder! Also, I love seeing the different setups too! I heard Poly rope is a bitch if it gets wrapped up. I am looking at getting rid of my 1/4" setups. What other versions of...

Louvar is one of the best fish I have eaten. Solid white, firm, the best!

I put a similar line of questions in another post on "gifting" of bugs. I agree with Hooops, $10.00 to save a bunch of pain. Do it right. But "in theory' if the passenger just sat there, no card or Licence, he could be "gifted" bugs? I know...tell it to the judge! I would never do anything like...

How would anyone looking know if you purchased them, were gifted them, or caught them? I am just curious how the whole thing is administered! This is in response to the question a couple of posts down about two people on a boat, only 1 has a licence, and one is hooping. It seems weird, but I...

Looking for a boat cover for my 15' Valco Westcoaster side console. Does anyone have suggestions on a brand of company for this? Anybody have something that will fit that they want to sell? Can't seem to find anyone who make them forr the side C. versions. Rather not spend the bucks on custom...

Wrist rocket with 3/8 Ball bearings for ammo. 1/4 flies faster, but not the same impact. Backs quite a wallop, quiet, cheap, legal. Can be used for many pests. Probably even more fun if they have a wound prop and are disabled! By the way, the slingshot ammo is now behind the counter at Turners...

Strong work-thanks for the report!

Good job- I have let a few big boys go myself! That one is a toad!

Nice work! Thanks for the report!

Thanks for the report-good luck!

So I see another post about lobster licences, and have to wonder. What is the legal way to "gift" lobsters? Does the person receiving them have to have a a licence? A report card? Documentation of the gift? Can they receive "gifts" from more than one person? I understand the "possession of 7...

Gun manufacturers will not make a special microstamping version for Calif., they will not add any for fear of removing 3 existing. Wheel guns will be the only thing available.

Never tried short sets! I wonder how DH gets the intel they leave?

San Diego bay/launch ramp was a zoo too. Does nobody turn off their headlights picking up the boat at the ramp? Get a clue- Quite a show, Lame...

I clips both ends of the tube down to the cage, and plug them with cut bait, just like the pic shows. My bait tubes have a grate on the bottom for a bigger scent trail. The holes are big enough so the bugs can stay interested. I ended up with 4 nice ones in about 4 1/2 hours. We only got 1...

YFT and yellowtail are different fish. Your chances of picking up a tuna in LJ are thin at best. You certainly could pick up a big yellow (tail) in LJ. Pick your weather window carefully, and head offshore, maybe with a sharp eyed fishing buddy. Maybe see about setting up a buddy boater to stay...

Friggin Divers! Never pulled one out of a trap or hoop, no need! I have many commercial friends, and could never "fathom" taking one out of a hoop. I am sure there will be bugs all over, just have to go find them. Strange fact-if you twist their tails off they will grow back! Crazy! Please feel...

Nice gut shot! Got 'em! Less meat wasted! Good job! Thanks for the report! You will get the tuna next time...

Try trolling for bigguys in hillcrest-

32.4667° N, 119.1667° W my best spot.

Heck yeah! Nice bugs! Nothing too big last season, maybe this one! Got a 8.5 diving a couple of years ago-can't seem to find pics! Tick tick tick...

How did you prepare the cormorants? Thanks for the report!

It won't be long! Got your game face on?

Nice report! Solid fish, solid shot! Congradts!

Has anyone done this install for checking the water pressure with a gauge? Part # 91-79250A2 from Quicksilver. It speaks of a Poppet valve on some models. Not sure if I even have a Poppet valve. Is it worth looking at this number, or the stream? Mine runs fine, replaced thermostat and impeller...

Sounds like you would be moving backwards, IMO. Sitting in the back for more space does not sound like a good trade, vs a CC. Lot of boat in the way of seeing ahead-patties/boils/birds. Seems like too much weight in the back. I have a 15' westcoaster and love it!s

Nice job! Be careful of a dog grabbing that from you! Just enough room...

Great job, fantastic report/fish! You guys need a bigger tape! LOL!

I was wondering the same thing. I put my Perko to "all" and attach my charger to one battery. How is putting the positive on one and negative on the other different? Thanks!

How big was that one? Congradts, thanks for the report!

Dang, that white looks huge! Thanks for the report!

Congradts! Good job getting your first one! Thanks for the report!

Long run! Looked like nice weather-what was the name of the 6 pack? "About time?"

Nice report, great job! Could have been a dodo instead if the YT! How much did they charge for processing all that fish? Looks like a plugged freezer!

Was it dense, hard, or mushy, soft? Was there an entry hole?

Glad my hand pump helped out flyliner- The weather turned to crap! (Maybe it was my small boat syndrome) No harm no foul!

Nice looking water/fish! I thought it would be crappy on Tuesday, I tried to go to the 9 but the wind was up. Looks like glass behind you guys-nice job!

Those flying fish are worth some $$$$! I wonder if you could chum them up with cat food, and net them! $30.00 each.. Thanks for the report, did you spear the dodo?

On my 2003 merc 40 hp 4 stroke, there is a clip on the front left bottom that is a release when removing the lower unit. Pain in the butt to find, unclip, and reclip. I used a bent coathanger as a special tool.I do not know if this will help, but mine would not shift unless this clip was in the...

SME blocked it! What a ripoff.

I had thoughts of trying the 9, Windy and predict wind said it was going to be very calm today-NOT TRUE! Nice early, but around 8 AM it started to blow, Hard! Turned to crap early, no way to try outside in my 15' boat. They are dredging the end of the north side channel in MB, 3/4 of the channel...

Stay Seal! Float! Very well trained! Baby BSB, can't see the spots! Sounds like fun, thanks for the report!

LOL! 2 hours late? My friend offered 2 possibilities for a "friend?" who showed up 1 hour late; ridicule/insults all day long, or pay for gas for the day! Nice options, gas was the winner!

Good job, the wind came up today!

Wow, thanks for the brief update!

More info in the OP inshore reports, RIP fellow diver-....

Good job, nothing in the stomach! Skinny bellys!

That sucks, but you have been killing them all season! Cold water roll shut down the bite?

Pay for the tackle? How big was the crew (how many people), and did they spend time glassing /looking for foamers and patties? If you do not mind me asking, what did you give them that received a cool response? No fish = somebody not doing the homework, for the most part! (I know, it's fishing!)

Boats seem to migrate towards other boats with dive flags. I have been almost run over while diving many times by boats not paying attention, or who do not care. Lifeguards too! It happens almost every time we dive Pt. Loma or La Jolla. My friend was run over at Catalina, nearly severing his...

For the 8 year, Desert pallet party-I wonder if Tannerite would ignite it? The military burns unused jet fuel all the time! The 1 year is useable in autos. Maybe a little Lucas additive! Be safe!

What was the gap of these? In spec? Blow out the area around the plug with air before removal to assure nothing drops into the cyl when the plug is removed. Probably not to big of a deal for boats, just a habit for me. Gapping is essential- they come out of the box different. Learn how to...

Message in the inshore reports for San Diego. Diver run over and killed by boat at the 312. Does anyone know what happened? How tragic-condolences...

I guess it is north of here, where is the 312 located? Do not see it on my maps-

Sorry to hear this. "live boating" a diver is common. Hard to say why this happened, maybe the diver was coming back to the boat and was underwater, the driver put it in gear and went looking for him? Maybe he was getting dragged by a tuna with breakaway gear and the boat was following too...

Exactly, hang in there and it will "turn"! Thanks for the report!

Where do you get those? Pre rigged?

The store in Solana beach is 1/2 Pelagic, 1/2 James & Joseph dive shop. Great place, very good place to get set up. Plunk down some plastic and get it done!

Lol, I should have read it more closely!

The ocean looks glassy, nice work! Squid I assume?

Nice job! Gaffing that solo must have been a chore! Congradts!

So, a quick follow up-problem solved! The power from the battery measured 12.88v at the battery, and 12.7V at the feed to the radio. There was not enough power drop to cause this to shut off. However, I rewired the power from the power block, which I did not want to do, but the radio now works...

Most shops have old school maps with the MILPA's marked. West Marine, Dana landing. Does your boat have electronics that show maps? You can plug in the coordinates in a GPS and make sure you avoid the areas. Big $$$ if you miss. Try...

I believe open circuit means no continuity/pathway contact, and no resistance means pathway contact with no (or very little) resistance. Two different things-

Never heard of such an interaction! Congradts and kudos to the Sea advent. 80- good karma!

So the 4' Shakespear Galaxy (3Db) should not read open circuit, but should read no resistance?

Thanks for all the info! I checked the voltage drop while keying at 25W, and it dropped from 12.88 to 12.5V. I think I will replace the power wires with larger Diameter today, just to be sure. Should I hook it up directly to both batteries? I go direct, rather than use the power block right next...

Nice work, solid fish! Thanks for the report!

I believe this allows direct (DSC) communication from the radio too. I got the MMSI number from the Coast Guard and tested this aspect too, without using the panic (distress) button. There should also be a "test" method. I believe you only get 2 tries at putting the MMSI number in the radio. Not...

More good info, I posted on the other radio not working thread! I will chase it down, What specific numbers are "a low resistance"? Thanks again!

Great info, and sorry if my quest for more info on this hijacks this thread! I have a problem transmitting on 25W only, an Icom M-330 radio. 1W works fine, but on 25W, the screen goes blank, all power drops out (soft keys lights go out too) and it reboots. It has worked for 6 months perfectly on...

Sorry, I am told this is all gone!

Nice work and Happy Birthday! Mine is tomorrow, hope to bump into them! Congradts!

Nice work! Lucky #13 too! Great job and great memories!

Thanks for the report-nice work! The calico looks raw, how long did you soak it? Just curious-

More ice! Nice job, thanks for the report!

I wonder what they would charge for processing that size fish! How many Lbs. would one expect back? (what is the % of yield?) 70%, 50%?

My impression is the 9 is hit or miss. We went thru it a week ago and it was quiet, but did troll in some dolphin schools for nada. A few other boats were also there, we did not see anyone bent. I think you just have to be in the right place at the right time, like any spot. I am waiting for...

Basically the same-I have used a Seguar knot and left tags that keep the egg from sliding down also.

Always put up a dive flag when fishing a patty by yourself-keeps wake-suckers off.

I guess I am the only guy using tuna rings? The weight stops at the ring, and does not slide down to the hook, and with careful deployment, the egg will not slide up much. No need to pinch anything on the line, and the egg still moves, giving the line feel to pick up a bite.

Nice job, you seem to have it down!

It can be done- this skinny little Italian guy did it way back when! http://www.iusarecords.com/ViewRecord.aspx?id=1029

Very interesting! I get that they are bad asses, and can kill you. Did not know it was illegal. I will have to stop shooting the others too! LOL! This clip shows the unprovoked, bad intent of swordies- https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/frightening-moment-diver-speared-swordfish-8172029

Damn! 800+ Makos a half hour out! !

So in another forum, someone stated it is illegal to spear a swordfish, (with a speargun), as commercial guys spear them out a boat legally. I have never heard of this being illegal, and will do some research on this. Any ides if this is true? One would be in great danger by doing this, as they...

How do you figure? You can spear them from a boat, just not man to fish in the water? I will have to look that up, can you provide where it says this?

The birds look different on the two paddies! Nice work, they will reload!

Nice job, way to get them!

I have taken it out many times past the 9 mile, roaming north south. Figure with the right conditions around 20 miles each way. Every time I close the garage door it just barely fits in! (but fits perfectly!)

15' Valco westcoaster, 40 hp 4 stroke, small bait tank, swing away trailer hitch. 10 miles per gallon.

Nice shot of the blood splattering! Good vid!

Toads! Great memories, great photos too! Congradts- good times!

Could have been the PB report- next time! Thanks!

Looks like this-

I have valco westcoaster 15' with a 40hp 4 stroke mercury, side console. I do not feel like I get beat up, this boat is perfect for local, lobster, and I even take it offshore past the 9 mile bank. Have not done the islands, too much paperwork! I do not doubt it would be great to do the islands...

Round 'ol tuna! Nice effort, nice fish, nice report! Sizes?

How do you process the lobster?! Hopefully no meat is wasted-That looks great! Maybe come October?!

Thanks, I know only of nice yellows coming in off of patties. I figured some spearfishermen may want to post a pic or 2 of the jumbo bft shot at the "local" spots! Let the games begin!

Damn, nice job getting it, and getting it in the boat! Congradts!

How many folks runs both batteries at the same time (on a switch) or only run 1 battery? I run only 1 and keep the other one for starting, just in case. They are always topped off prior to departure. Is this a standard? I think a jumper pack is probably a good idea too-

I wonder if airlines, dining establishments, retail stores, or anywhere people may gather have to have such medical insurance? Hopefully the requirements can me overcome and everyone can move on with fishing!

I was just asking if there are any spearfishermen shooting the jumbo tuna locally with break away gear. (Not even possible with bang sticks?) Knowing most spearfishing guys are secretive about everything, I just was seeking general info, if need be, just for myself. I noticed this spearfishing...

126# on 40#? Nice job, must have taken a while! Kudos-

I won't tell anyone!

Pm'ed you!

Just wondering if anyone is shooting the jumbo BFT gracing our waters lately? Pm me if you wish to remain secret. Go get em'!

It is probably not having a crew. Just driving! It is a sign for lameness...

Pm sent! This could work out!

I was under the impression there was a TIPS for $45.68, FMM for $22.35 with all the people on boards names, Mexican insurance, a Bio bracelet for $20.00 and a Visa needed. Am I wrong? I have been thinking about trying the islands too, but a lot of paperwork seemed to be needed!

Nice! Won't be long for a dorado kicker!

I decided to finally get my own boat. Storage is a major consideration. Towing and how far you wish to safely go are next. Get ready for added expences. I ended up with a 15' valco westcoaster, which is perfect for me. Sure, I wish I could go further, more bait, more people, but also much more...

One of those blowups on the popper will stick-good report!

My girlfriend from years ago said her red tide lasted about a week.

Costa's for me. I have dark and light versions. They fit my face, (you have to try on a bunch till you get one that fits, no gaps). The hammerhead, Blackfin, Howler all fit me well. A bit pricy, but I have found they last. 580G or P (Glass or plastic) are great optics. I wear plastic when I ride...

South shores in Mission bay? There must be another up north-

Nice tiger tuna! Thanks for the report, I assume there was a ton of brown water?

It is going to be a mess! Midweek may work.

I am no expert, but I think folks use a Carolina rig with a sliding egg for both, with squid or live bait. I have an octopus looking jig from Joe's jigs that looks promising too...

I saw 12' riggers listed for sale at the top of new listings-$700.00

I almost bought a Gofish UW camera at Fred hall LB. Anyone used one of these? It looks like it does not flop around as much- Cool stuff, though! Good report, good to see!

I wonder if heating it would help it bend-

Great info all, thanks! Going to get one, which one? I may make my own with some plywood- save some bucks!

I guess the cheaper version is the FU!

Maybe break them into lots of 25?

B-b-buy Bushwood!? You can cut the albacore into strips and fish for BFT! Maybe they were big flying fish! Time will tell...

The cop? (Mel) dies later-"you can't shoot a cop! Who said you ever was one!" Thanks for the report, sounds like an adventure!

Any ideas on galvinizing paint to protect the metal that is exposed?

I assume you had to drill holes to mount it? I am a bit hinky about punching holes!

Be careful with the ratcheting ones-you can develop enough force to do damage.

I do not know if this fixes the frozen screw aspect, but it seems cool. From Fred hall LB, uses a drill-https://trailervalet.com/

Nice job smoothing down the bolt! You must have a lathe? It may not be too long, I would guess the beaches/ocean will be one of the first rollbacks.

You should get extra points for filleting skills-

Thanks for the scoop-e-mail sent! Probably won't help-we are screwed!

Damn shame, low life theives! Hope it is recovered quick!

Thanks all, I do not have any porposing or problems out of the hole. It seems like a lot of folks run these plates, and for a few bucks I thought why not? I will probably not go with it, the enemy of good is better! Thanks again!

I thought with all the cool pangas seen on the beaches around here after dumping off their human payload, the Homeland security or border patrol would auction them off. I asked, they bulldoze the hulls, so they do not get reused by the smugglers again. I wonder what happens to the motors...

Good info, thanks!

Hey, I have a 40 Hp 4 stroke outboard on my 15' valco westcoaster. I was thinking of adding one of those fin/dolphin foils to my setup. Any reccomendations, and info on what gains I can expect? Do I have to drill, or are there ones that bolt on and work. Also, what about a stainless blade...

Turn surface clarity to medium or high. Clarity =Gain?

Same here, saw it was open on Tuesday, planned for a Sat run-too good to be true!

I heard Gunfighter tactical on Miramar Rd., but is could be just a rumor. I wonder if Don Guzzler is doing it?

Thanks for the report- nice work!

Thanks and nice effort, you never know!

Is this also known as Tidelands? I saw Tidelands is closed.

Nice look, thanks for the thought! Have to go there!

Nice to see- good for the noodle-Thanks!

It seems to me to be about just blindly following arbitrary rules or orders that do not make sense, and are infringements illegally administered. Ain't knocking anyone else, (except maybe the idiots who went out in droves last weekend and caused this!), just keeping the rules/sanity in check. My...

Sunset marine is open and has a bunch. I was just there.

Glorietta bay too?

I would say my normal instinct would be to test the system and sneak out at 3-4 AM and see who is monitoring it. HOWEVER, that would be just like "The idiots that went to the beach over the weekend pissed off the mayor". I do not want to give cause to them overreacting any further. I do not...

I saw in another section Dana in MB is closed. No word on SI (yet)-

Wow, nice numbers! I went only 12 times, for 29 bugs. (1 time for double limits) I released 2 legal plastered females, had a run of 5 in a row blanks (6 total). The blanks messed with my head and I did not go for a month. 2.41666 avg. First year hooping, learned some stuff, but have a ways to...

Just wondering, when you jumped in, did you see the Dolphin? My experience is they never show themselves, no matter how thick. You never know when you will bump into tuna! Nice effort, The wind must have made it tough for spotting patties-

How would they actually close the ramps anyway? Driscoll is private, so they can do what they want-

It was off the red buoy directly across from the SI launch, did not measure any rope, but had a PVC pipe holding a stand up float-that was Tuesday night!

I saw that one, stand up PVC light directly across from the launch. Thought someone had set a single one .

I thought the Gov said "go fishing"! Must have misheard him..

The dog food diet sounds....(wait for it) Ruff! Although the seafood kibbles make a nice breakfast mix with cereal! I wonder what she would have asked you if you had T.P....

Is Lucas injector considered a stabilizer? I use that every tank, hopefully it does not sit so long it degrades!

PS- just finished the online report card. Got it out of the way so I do not forget and have to pay their blood money!

Congradts, you got the last run in! Did it pour on you? Weird they were males, mine were 90% females, all plastered! (unfortunately!) Time to shift gears to lizardfish and whatever else eats the hook!

Today I buttoned down and stored all the traps and re-washed the boat. (In the rain again!), it has been a remarkable year for my first year hooping. I learned a ton, with help from BD friends (shout out to all who helped-Doghouse26, Rodrage, Madrugador, Billy L., Flomar), Every little bit of...

3 lights, must be towing something. Oh, that's right, 3 vertical whites-Did it seem like the crawl happened late? It did for me on Friday.

Flair gun qualifies as a gun, I guess. Who gets shot with a gun that shoots felt pens? Maybe if they a bad guy needs some pizzazz or panache, it would be appropriate.

I bring a troller with a diamond jig, just in case. Snagged one first cast down by the bridge earlier in the year.

Wow, lots of drama but still scratched out bugs! Nice job!

Great work, great memories with the kids!

Nice work, was this yesterday (Sat night?)

Went out in Sd bay regardless of the weather, poured heavy for a few hours! First drop at 6 PM, nada the first 1.5 hour soak. Went 0, 2, 2, 3, and 0 for the night. Got 3 in 1 pull, carpet bombed the area for a Large Morey eel and a short. Weird, getting a three and then none, but it was at an...

Forgot pics

Nice work-again! They seemed to be crawling...poured rain here, gnarly downpour. others out hooping regardless, would like to hear how they did! Ended up with 5, let 2 females plastered go-

3 works, nice size! Hearing about the crowds sucks-The desert should be nice and tacky soil-

Nice work! Did you have to endure much rain? You seem to have it wired-

Tick tick tick....My guess (sadly) is they will pull the plug. Same with the gun show this weekend, again, sadly. Crazy times... good time to be out fishing alone, except for the weather, and lack of fish! Minute by minute events are canceling. I went to Long Beach, smart or not. I work in...

My gal has Lime disease, I'll be fine-

I will probably try Fri night, Sunday nite. Ideally, Wed nite too, well before the midnight closure. Doghouse's report is not too inspiring, however! Wish I had a spot where you could get limits 8- 10 times in a row! I will call out on the radio to see who is out. Hopefully the weather will...

Thanks for the post! Good info! You don't see those too often!

Wow, good stuff!

Nice work, again! Very consistent!

Nice work, the big males are moving in! Big heads!

Nice job, cool bringing the kids! Nice job getting bugs, nice quality!

The good ones float, chuck them in the the water to test them-

Nice effort! Did you get bugs too?

There is a whole thread under fishing chit chat.