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    72 Chevy Cheyenne K20

    1972 Chevrolet Cheyenne K20 4x4 -Pictures in the craigslist ad https://bakersfield.craigslist.org/cto/7558209364.html Older restoration long bed (8’) ¾ ton, 4 wheel drive. Engine is a 383 Stroker with Edelbrock ProFlow 3 electronic fuel injection, 2.02 heads, headers, and dual exhaust. Vintage...
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    WTT- for V-Drive, Flatty or Daycruiser - 56 Ford Flatbed Half Breed

    Not even sure if Dave will allow this, but here goes. I'm wanting to trade for a flatbottom or daycruiser, V-drive... Something leaning towards the bench-seat vintage flatty era, as opposed to the radical two-seater blast beast. I already have a fast enough Hallet Vector, but like I said, I'm...
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    Arlen Kurtis' passing and funeral details

    If you haven't heard, the great Arlen Kurtis (Kurtis Kraft Boats) has passed. Viewing is this Friday from 4pm to 8pm at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Bakersfield. Services are at St. Johns Lutheran Church at 4500 Buena Vista Rd. in Bakersfield, Saturday at 11:00 am. He was an amazing guy. We sat...
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    Ignition blowing fuse at 3500 rpm

    Not sure what's up, but my Vector an issue blowing the main fuse on the hot feed to the ignition switch when I reach 3500-4000 rpm. I haven't delved too deeply into it, other than examining wiring diagrams. It is a carbureted 502 with the blue MSD marine 6m-2L multi-fire ignition. I'm thinking...
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    New Buggy (new to me)

    Bought me a buggy... Not a Manx, but super sweet little Sears Rascal. Bone stock 1600 SP. Runs like a top... a rattling, shaking at 70 mph, oil leaking top. I love it already.
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    12 degree Casale V Drive and Mount

    I have a 12 degree Casale V-Drive with 18% gears with a 21" mount plate. It was in a 72 Hondo flatbottom, and I also have the strut. The V Drive has been opened for inspection of the gears, and they are in excellent shape. It's just loosely assembled without gaskets. It will require only a...
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    Gaffrig Speedo Issues

    Has anyone experienced issues with Gaffrig GPS speedo's failing? Mine quit and Gaffrig said I need a new receiver (antenna). It's $300 to replace the part... I was hoping these we more reliable. I'm frustrated.
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    Hallett's in Central California?

    If you have a Hallett and live from Bakersfield to Sacramento, speak up.... Thinking about a possible regatta, BBQ... something.
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    Hallett Upholstery Needed

    Besides Hallett... anyone do nice upholstery for an older Hallett? Thanks
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    2007 Tige 20i

    [SOLD] For Sale: 2007 Tige 20i, 23,000 OBO. 423 hours, 380 HP Marine Power (Chevy 383), excellent condition, runs great, very reliable. Nice Pioneer stereo with Fosgate amp and subwoofer, factory bimini top, boat cover, tandem axle trailer with good tiresand brakes, swing tongue, removeable...
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    Hallett Vector Windshield

    Nice plexi-glas windshield for Hallett Vector - $175. (originally cost $640)
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    Hallett Vector Windshield

    I have an unmolested Earle Waynes plexi-glas windshield for a Vector. It's perfect for racing, but I want it off my boat. I'm not racing, and I love the look of a naked Vector. The original owner paid $640 for it. You can have it for $175 with the hardware. I will post a pic momentarily. Dale
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    Need a house for March 7-10, Checkout March 11 morning...

    I need a 3-4 BR / 2 BA house March 7-10. Anyone have anything available? Please PM me. Thanks, Dale
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    My photo album disappeared?

    My threads linked to my photos still work, but my profile page says I have no albums. Mine seems to have disappeared... Any ideas?
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    My Weekend....

    Love my lake..
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    Mastercraft pys 31 mil. in lawsuit...

    They took it in the ass on this one. http://www.paradisepost.com/news/ci_18229727
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    502 vs. 496 vs. 454 (7.4 MPI) WARNING: Boating Content

    Ok, I am getting close to buying a boat and I have heard all kinds of issues with Mercruiser computers (wadeva they are called). I hear about engine codes shutting down the boat in error, I hear the 502 does it more than the other two.. I hear the 454 is most reliable... I hear 496 is the way to...
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    STOP THE MANDATORY PFD RULE AT PINE FLAT!!!

    Sorry.. and a warning.. this is boating content... A BIG REMINDER.....The Army Corps of Engineers has decided to "test" a new mandatory PFD rule at Pine Flat Lake. Essentially, you can't drive or ride in a boat or swim in the lake without a PFD (greater than 100' from shore). We PF boaters have...
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    2007 Tige 20i

    2007 20i Wakeboard / Ski boat. 200 hours, new 375 hp 383 stroker. Tower, bimini, cover, tandem trailer with surge brakes. $26,500. I use it for barefooting, my kids use it to board. It's time for the kids to get their own damned boat. I'm buying something FAST.
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    Is it too much to ask.....?

    To use your freakin' spell checker?
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