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by surfj9009
Thu Jun 02, 2016 11:24 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Ulterra Trolling Motors???
Replies: 3
Views: 3291

Re: Ulterra Trolling Motors???

I had one of these. Got rid of it after I remote stowed it one time and it jammed vertically stowed instead of properly in the cradle. Had to drive home from Hanford reach with it wedged in a stowed position properly. No way to fix it without it going to the local Minn Kota repair shop. Of course th...
by surfj9009
Mon May 23, 2016 8:58 pm
Forum: Trout and Kokanee Fishing
Topic: Question on Kokanee fishing on Roosevelt
Replies: 4
Views: 3182

Re: Question on Kokanee fishing on Roosevelt

Can somebody recommend a good internet source or two to find weather forecasts for spring canyon area or the spokane arm? We're new to the area too, just moved to spokane. We've been planning on heading over this coming weekend.
by surfj9009
Wed Jun 05, 2013 11:18 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha
Replies: 9
Views: 2699

Re: Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha

Check the weight differences, it was a factor in my decision. If all the specs and prices are similar, I'd opt for the 2 stroke due to reasons 4, 6 and 9. Yes, BRP is a Canadian company, however Evinrude is a subsidiary that is located and run out of Wisconsin. The 2 stroke motors they produce are ...
by surfj9009
Wed Jun 05, 2013 7:39 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha
Replies: 9
Views: 2699

Re: Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha

hewesfisher wrote:Why rule out other brands such as Honda and Mercury? For a DI 2-stroke why only consider the E-tec? Just curious. [wink]
See #8 on the list
by surfj9009
Tue Jun 04, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha
Replies: 9
Views: 2699

Etec or 4 stroke Yamaha

What would you buy if you were gonna buy new, and why? I'm looking to get a new motor for my new Phowler Extreme duck boat. Probably gonna do a 60. I'm leaning towards the ETEC, but have had several people suggest considering the Yamaha. Boat will be used year round. In winter, on smaller lakes, the...
by surfj9009
Tue Jun 04, 2013 8:56 am
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Evinrude Dealers
Replies: 5
Views: 2006

Re: Evinrude Dealers

Thanks for the input so far guys. Ellensberg is a bit further than I'm looking to travel. Tri-Cities and Boise are options though, since I spend a fair bit of time in each area. I do know that elephant boys is the only one near here that has a a certified master tech, and two other techs in staff fu...
by surfj9009
Mon Jun 03, 2013 11:59 pm
Forum: Boat and Boating Topics
Topic: Evinrude Dealers
Replies: 5
Views: 2006

Evinrude Dealers

Who's the best dealer in easter WA/north Idaho?

I'm pretty close I think to buying a new Etec 60 so I want to look at all options.

Only ones I know of are Spokane Valley Marine, Northwest Speed and Marine, and Elephant Boys.
by surfj9009
Mon Jun 03, 2013 11:55 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: WTB: Evinrude 60+ ETEC
Replies: 0
Views: 1060

WTB: Evinrude 60+ ETEC

I'm looking for a better motor and want an Evinrude 60 Etec or better.

if you have one and have considered repowering, lets talk about getting yours on my boat! Thanks