First Really Nice Boating Day in May!

Lucy Goose · 04-28-2010, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

That is nice!!! I am psyched that I can burn 87 octane this year... No supercharger!

Explain the octane thing. I am new to this.

NHskier · 04-28-2010, 06:29 PM

Got word from Thurston's Monday that my boat was all prepped, buffed and in the water. Planning to take Friday afternoon off to go through my normal prep - cleaning the interior, treating the vinyl, getting vests etc back on board. Then heading back up Saturday with the family for first day of cruising.

Should be a great way to spend a birthday!

brk-lnt · 04-28-2010, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Lucy Goose

Explain the octane thing. I am new to this.

Engines with forced injection (blower/supercharger or turbocharger) generally require higher octane gas to run properly. Since he dropped the supercharger as part of an engine rebuild, his engine is now NA (naturally aspirated) ie: a normal engine and can run on lower octane (cheaper) gas.

gf2020 · 04-28-2010, 08:25 PM

It sure was not nice today when I picked up my new boat at Shep Brown's! 39 degrees and raining. Put it through it's paces for about 30 minutes and that was enough. Towed it 103 miles home to MA.

robmac · 04-28-2010, 09:50 PM

It certainly looks great,wish lots of fun and enjoyment.

XCR-700 · 04-28-2010, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by gf2020

It sure was not nice today when I picked up my new boat at Shep Brown's! 39 degrees and raining. Put it through it's paces for about 30 minutes and that was enough. Towed it 103 miles home to MA.

Congrats on the new rig, looks like you will have a GREAT summer ahead!!!

GH

Lakegeezer · 04-28-2010, 10:48 PM

The Eagle's nest in Moultonborough Bay is a good place to hang out and meet other forum members. The nest is HUGE this year. Now and then, the eagle puts on a show. It would be nice to have a forum flag so you could identify those who you might know.

LIforrelaxin · 04-28-2010, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Lakegeezer

The Eagle's nest in Moultonborough Bay is a good place to hang out and meet other forum members. The nest is HUGE this year. Now and then, the eagle puts on a show. It would be nice to have a forum flag so you could identify those who you might know.

I have thought from time to time of putting a sign at the end of my dock.... but then I might get disappointed if no one came in to visit....

Come through the six pack headed towards the bridge.....look for house after house of four Winns boats, and huge Sail boat, followed by a huge cemement wall..... count back 4 properties, there will be a green Four Winns.... thats me Relaxin on Long Island.... usually have one side of the dock open.... yell up...I am friendly......

OCDACTIVE · 04-29-2010, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Lakegeezer

The Eagle's nest in Moultonborough Bay is a good place to hang out and meet other forum members. The nest is HUGE this year. Now and then, the eagle puts on a show. It would be nice to have a forum flag so you could identify those who you might know.

Not a bad idea.. I know that sbonh is working on putting a decal together to put on their boats. Maybe winni.com will also do something similar.

BroadHopper · 04-29-2010, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Not a bad idea.. I know that sbonh is working on putting a decal together to put on their boats. Maybe winni.com will also do something similar.

I have an old NHRBA sticker on my boat. Wondering if I should take it off. Other old members are leaving theirs on.

I have a NHRBA T-shirt as well.

jrc · 04-29-2010, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by BroadHopper

I have an old NHRBA sticker on my back...

Doesn't come off when you shower?

BroadHopper · 04-29-2010, 10:10 AM

Should have proofread!

Mee-n-Mac · 04-29-2010, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

Not a bad idea.. I know that sbonh is working on putting a decal together to put on their boats. Maybe winni.com will also do something similar.

There are Winni.com stickers available via CafePress.com. You can find the Winni Store at the homepage and stickers (etc) right here ...

http://www.cafepress.com/winni

You can also get the limited edition Winni.com pennant there as well. I'm surprised I don't see more of them out on the lake.

Wolfeboro_Baja · 04-29-2010, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Mee-n-Mac

You can also get the limited edition Winni.com pennant there as well. I'm surprised I don't see more of them out on the lake.

THAT is too funny!!

They're probably out there, just not...ummmm....visible!!

OCDACTIVE · 04-29-2010, 06:31 PM

OCD's all ready to go.. Other then a major cleaning.. But look for me out there this Saturday..!!!!!!

robmac · 04-29-2010, 08:22 PM

Looks fantastic,can't wait to see her in the water.

NoRegrets · 04-29-2010, 09:41 PM

Great shot and job OCD! I have read your posts and am totally impressed with your concise perspectives and insights. Now that you exposed a picture of your "project" I am thrilled with the hopes of spotting you this year boating on Winni.

The "NoRegrets" will be out there and looking forward to a sighting! Just one more day in the office and......

OCDACTIVE · 04-30-2010, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by NoRegrets

Great shot and job OCD! I have read your posts and am totally impressed with your concise perspectives and insights. Now that you exposed a picture of your "project" I am thrilled with the hopes of spotting you this year boating on Winni.

The "NoRegrets" will be out there and looking forward to a sighting! Just one more day in the office and......

Thank you NR. and thank you for you thoughtful statement. I am always will to meet up. Feel free to drop me a PM and I can shoot you my cell.

Happy and Safe days onthe water to you!

VtSteve · 04-30-2010, 07:24 AM

Congrats on getting your baby all freshened up for the new season. Hear's hoping for a nice, dry, sunny summer

Gatto Nero · 04-30-2010, 09:02 AM

Hoping to find the scoundrels that absconded with my dock and convince them to return it so I'll have someplace to put my boat. Fortunately, my cam caught them in the act so I have a few leads

jmen24 · 04-30-2010, 09:18 AM

Gatto, are you serious, someone stole your dock. Who does these things. Good luck on the investigation, I would think that the value would get you above the slap on the wrist threshold.

BTW, OCD the boat looks sweet, good luck on the water this year.

eillac@dow · 04-30-2010, 10:06 AM

My response is the same....Are you serious? Someone really stole your dock? That is crazy. I too hope that you have good luck recovering it and that the Idiots that did it are fully punished.

Sorry to hear this news!

Merrymeeting · 04-30-2010, 10:30 AM

I'm hoping you are not serious about asking him if he's serious!

onlywinni · 04-30-2010, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Gatto Nero

Hoping to find the scoundrels that absconded with my dock and convince them to return it so I'll have someplace to put my boat. Fortunately, my cam caught them in the act so I have a few leads

Sorry to hear that news....some people suck

Steveo · 05-05-2010, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatto Nero

Hoping to find the scoundrels that absconded with my dock and convince them to return it so I'll have someplace to put my boat. Fortunately, my cam caught them in the act so I have a few leads

I found an earlier picture of the abductors maybe you can trace them down GN

Gatto Nero · 05-05-2010, 03:06 PM

Caught red handed! That pic was actually from this afternoon as they were returning it. I watched them live as they did it. At least they had the decency to completely put the dock in place, boards and all, for summer use. I had left it tilted up for winter storage and the boards stacked next to the house. I guess there's something to be said for considerate thieves

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Kracken · 05-05-2010, 03:12 PM

I am not sure what is more bizarre, people stealing your dock or returning it.

Are you sure you are not pulling our legs Cat?

onlywinni · 04-30-2010, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

OCD's all ready to go.. Other then a major cleaning.. But look for me out there this Saturday..!!!!!!

Wow...Looks AWESOME..

See you out there tomorrow....

brk-lnt · 04-30-2010, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

OCD's all ready to go.. Other then a major cleaning.. But look for me out there this Saturday..!!!!!!

Is that sticker level? It looks a little tilted to me.

Pricestavern · 04-30-2010, 11:39 AM

We'll be up on Saturday opening the cabin - Can't wait!

Give a wave should you pass by the south eastern end of Rattlesnake!

Just Sold · 04-30-2010, 04:36 PM

OCD and all those out on the lake this weekend I am envious.
Since I just got a new "Little" 14' boat (Just Sold Jr.)

I will be working on it this weekend. I have not had time to register the trailer or the boat yet either. This week though.

Just think of me at home doing repairs and polishing the hull and interior. The trailer is a fully restored 1970 Tee Nee so that is all set.

alsadad · 04-30-2010, 08:47 PM

There once was a cat from the lake
Whose dock some scoundrels did take.
Fat Lazy denied it,
But in the cam shot I spied it,
That's Less on the barge with R-Snake.

Merrymeeting · 04-30-2010, 09:54 PM

Everyone needs to go boating! Maybe out on the water we'll escape the black fly swarms!

Thankfully it was very windy today, enough to stop lots of boating. But also the flies! If you stepped anywhere out of the wind, you were attacked big time! Not sure which I prefer.

Gatto Nero · 05-01-2010, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by alsadad

There once was a cat from the lake
Whose dock some scoundrels did take.
Fat Lazy denied it,
But in the cam shot I spied it,
That's Less on the barge with R-Snake.

Less and Snake, so you say?
If that be true the price they'll pay
To heist a man's dock's a dastardly deed
Certainly belies The Forum creed
But what's the punishment that fits this crime?
At very least they should do time
Webmaster Don, won't you assist?
Perhaps a month on the dreaded blacklist
To this lofty stint they'd lend some stock
Perhaps enough to return my dock

tis · 05-01-2010, 08:33 AM

That is pretty sad that someone would stoop so low as to steal docks! Is this a new fad? I hope not! We are all so trusting around here, leaving boats just tied, not chained ---and who would think someone would have to worry about their dock????? I am in shock!!

ApS · 05-01-2010, 09:11 AM

1) Tis, if I were you, I'd put a lock on gas tanks. (If you recall last year's surprise).

2) It's not unknown for a bank to take "repossession" on the water. (Though repossession of a dock is stretching that point!)

Maybe there should be a requirement for putting one's street address on everything we own, including on the shoreline?

3) Those fortunate enough to have an aluminum boat (like FLL) should benefit from enhanced warmth from sunshine; however, I was just about to step out and enjoy the purported sunshine, when a huge dark cloud covered up the sky as far as I can see.

(Westward).

Even if it does warm up later—it's 56° presently at 9:10AM—the cool lake will put a chill on boaters. (So keep a jacket handy).

Mee-n-Mac · 05-01-2010, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by alsadad

There once was a cat from the lake
Whose dock some scoundrels did take.
Fat Lazy denied it,
But in the cam shot I spied it,
That's Less on the barge with R-Snake

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gatto Nero

Less and Snake, so you say?
If that be true the price they'll pay
To heist a man's dock's a dastardly deed
Certainly belies The Forum creed
But what's the punishment that fits this crime?
At very least they should do time
Webmaster Don, won't you assist?
Perhaps a month on the dreaded blacklist
To this lofty stint they'd lend some stock
Perhaps enough to return my dock

Aaaah, the gift of rhyme
Blessed we are for two we have
Were I so lucky ... sublime

VtSteve · 05-01-2010, 11:33 AM

Water temp over here is 39 degrees this morning. Wind coming up tonight and tomorrow, supplies won't be here until next week, boat is still shrinkwrapped. Going golfing.....

tis · 05-01-2010, 11:58 AM

Acres, I HAD forgotten about that last year! How could I have? You are right, maybe we do need to lock things up.

OCDACTIVE · 05-03-2010, 06:53 AM

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Originally Posted by brk-lnt

Is that sticker level? It looks a little tilted to me.

thats a big negative

Irrigation Guy · 05-01-2010, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by OCDACTIVE

OCD's all ready to go.. Other then a major cleaning.. But look for me out there this Saturday..!!!!!!

Spotted you and waved as you were leaving the Irving station at 104 today, also saw your happy reply. Hope all goes well with the new/refreshed powerplant!

Have a great weekend!

OCDACTIVE · 05-03-2010, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by LocalRealtor

Spotted you and waved as you were leaving the Irving station at 104 today, also saw your happy reply. Hope all goes well with the new/refreshed powerplant!

Have a great weekend!

Hey L.R. I saw you wave but was in the midst of a turn and could only give the head nod. thanks for posting.. Hope to see you out there!

Lucy Goose · 04-29-2010, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Lakegeezer

The Eagle's nest in Moultonborough Bay is a good place to hang out and meet other forum members. The nest is HUGE this year. Now and then, the eagle puts on a show. It would be nice to have a forum flag so you could identify those who you might know.

Where is the eagles nest. I would love to see it. Please please please tell me. I have a thing for birds and eagles are my favorites.

OCDACTIVE · 04-29-2010, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by gf2020

It sure was not nice today when I picked up my new boat at Shep Brown's! 39 degrees and raining. Put it through it's paces for about 30 minutes and that was enough. Towed it 103 miles home to MA.

Great looking boat!!! Look forward to seeing you out there!

OCDACTIVE · 04-29-2010, 08:12 AM

Correction.......WMUR is reporting 80 DEGREES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Grady223 · 05-03-2010, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by gf2020

It sure was not nice today when I picked up my new boat at Shep Brown's! 39 degrees and raining. Put it through it's paces for about 30 minutes and that was enough. Towed it 103 miles home to MA.

Very nice, what kind of boat is it?

04-28-2010, 06:29 PM	#2
NHskier Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 292 Thanks: 45 Thanked 36 Times in 33 Posts	Can't wait!! Got word from Thurston's Monday that my boat was all prepped, buffed and in the water. Planning to take Friday afternoon off to go through my normal prep - cleaning the interior, treating the vinyl, getting vests etc back on board. Then heading back up Saturday with the family for first day of cruising. Should be a great way to spend a birthday! __________________ NHskier

04-28-2010, 08:25 PM	#4
gf2020 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: North of Boston Posts: 203 Thanks: 11 Thanked 35 Times in 28 Posts	It sure was *not* nice today when I picked up my new boat at Shep Brown's! 39 degrees and raining. Put it through it's paces for about 30 minutes and that was enough. Towed it 103 miles home to MA. Attached Images

04-28-2010, 10:48 PM	#7
Lakegeezer Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Moultonboro, NH Posts: 1,679 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 355 Thanked 640 Times in 291 Posts	The Eagle's nest in Moultonborough Bay is a good place to hang out and meet other forum members. The nest is HUGE this year. Now and then, the eagle puts on a show. It would be nice to have a forum flag so you could identify those who you might know. __________________ -lg

04-29-2010, 10:10 AM	#12
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04-29-2010, 06:31 PM	#15
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	She's Done! OCD's all ready to go.. Other then a major cleaning.. But look for me out there this Saturday..!!!!!! Attached Images __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?

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04-29-2010, 09:41 PM	#17
NoRegrets Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hudson - NH Posts: 408 Thanks: 233 Thanked 212 Times in 88 Posts	Great shot and job OCD! I have read your posts and am totally impressed with your concise perspectives and insights. Now that you exposed a picture of your "project" I am thrilled with the hopes of spotting you this year boating on Winni. The "NoRegrets" will be out there and looking forward to a sighting! Just one more day in the office and......

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04-30-2010, 07:24 AM	#19
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04-30-2010, 09:02 AM	#20
Gatto Nero Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Isola Gatto Nero Posts: 697 Thanks: 162 Thanked 263 Times in 81 Posts	Hoping to find the scoundrels that absconded with my dock and convince them to return it so I'll have someplace to put my boat. Fortunately, my cam caught them in the act so I have a few leads __________________ La vita è buona su Isola Gatto Nero Last edited by Gatto Nero; 04-30-2010 at 10:32 AM.

04-30-2010, 09:18 AM	#21
jmen24 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,139 Thanks: 223 Thanked 319 Times in 181 Posts	Gatto, are you serious, someone stole your dock. Who does these things. Good luck on the investigation, I would think that the value would get you above the slap on the wrist threshold. BTW, OCD the boat looks sweet, good luck on the water this year.

04-30-2010, 10:06 AM	#22
eillac@dow Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Dow Island & Weymouth, MA Posts: 365 Thanks: 295 Thanked 94 Times in 48 Posts	My response is the same....Are you serious? Someone really stole your dock? That is crazy. I too hope that you have good luck recovering it and that the Idiots that did it are fully punished. Sorry to hear this news!

04-30-2010, 10:30 AM	#23
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	I'm hoping you are not serious about asking him if he's serious!

05-05-2010, 03:06 PM	#26
Gatto Nero Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Isola Gatto Nero Posts: 697 Thanks: 162 Thanked 263 Times in 81 Posts	Caught red handed! That pic was actually from this afternoon as they were returning it. I watched them live as they did it. At least they had the decency to completely put the dock in place, boards and all, for summer use. I had left it tilted up for winter storage and the boards stacked next to the house. I guess there's something to be said for considerate thieves . __________________ La vita è buona su Isola Gatto Nero

05-05-2010, 03:12 PM	#27
Kracken Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Alton Posts: 223 Thanks: 46 Thanked 130 Times in 50 Posts	I am not sure what is more bizarre, people stealing your dock or returning it. Are you sure you are not pulling our legs Cat?

04-30-2010, 11:39 AM	#30
Pricestavern Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Valencia, Spain (formerly Rattlesnake Isle) Posts: 389 Thanks: 135 Thanked 142 Times in 82 Posts	Opening Day We'll be up on Saturday opening the cabin - Can't wait! Give a wave should you pass by the south eastern end of Rattlesnake!

04-30-2010, 04:36 PM	#31
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 1,083 Thanked 434 Times in 210 Posts	OCD and all those out on the lake this weekend I am envious. Since I just got a new "Little" 14' boat (Just Sold Jr.) I will be working on it this weekend. I have not had time to register the trailer or the boat yet either. This week though. Just think of me at home doing repairs and polishing the hull and interior. The trailer is a fully restored 1970 Tee Nee so that is all set. __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

04-30-2010, 08:47 PM	#32
alsadad Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 45 Thanks: 8 Thanked 41 Times in 10 Posts	Despicable! There once was a cat from the lake Whose dock some scoundrels did take. Fat Lazy denied it, But in the cam shot I spied it, That's Less on the barge with R-Snake.

04-30-2010, 09:54 PM	#33
Merrymeeting Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Merrymeeting Lake, New Durham Posts: 2,226 Thanks: 302 Thanked 800 Times in 368 Posts	Everyone needs to go boating! Maybe out on the water we'll escape the black fly swarms! Thankfully it was very windy today, enough to stop lots of boating. But also the flies! If you stepped anywhere out of the wind, you were attacked big time! Not sure which I prefer.

05-01-2010, 08:33 AM	#35
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,774 Thanks: 755 Thanked 1,464 Times in 1,020 Posts	That is pretty sad that someone would stoop so low as to steal docks! Is this a new fad? I hope not! We are all so trusting around here, leaving boats just tied, not chained ---and who would think someone would have to worry about their dock????? I am in shock!!

05-01-2010, 09:11 AM	#36
ApS Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Florida (Sebring & Keys), Wolfeboro Posts: 5,949 Thanks: 2,223 Thanked 781 Times in 557 Posts	A Wrong-Address-Repo? 1) Tis, if I were you, I'd put a lock on gas tanks. (If you recall last year's surprise). 2) It's not unknown for a bank to take "repossession" on the water. (Though repossession of a dock is stretching that point!) Maybe there should be a requirement for putting one's street address on everything we own, including on the shoreline? 3) Those fortunate enough to have an aluminum boat (like FLL) should benefit from enhanced warmth from sunshine; however, I was just about to step out and enjoy the purported sunshine, when a huge dark cloud covered up the sky as far as I can see. (Westward). Even if it does warm up later—it's 56° presently at 9:10AM—the cool lake will put a chill on boaters. (So keep a jacket handy).

05-01-2010, 11:33 AM	#38
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	Water temp over here is 39 degrees this morning. Wind coming up tonight and tomorrow, supplies won't be here until next week, boat is still shrinkwrapped. Going golfing.....

05-01-2010, 11:58 AM	#39
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,774 Thanks: 755 Thanked 1,464 Times in 1,020 Posts	Acres, I HAD forgotten about that last year! How could I have? You are right, maybe we do need to lock things up.

04-29-2010, 08:12 AM	#45
OCDACTIVE Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fort Myers FL / Moultonboro Posts: 1,045 Thanks: 444 Thanked 574 Times in 178 Posts	Correction.......WMUR is reporting 80 DEGREES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ Have you had your Vessel Inspected Yet?