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Chuck Gould Chuck Gould is offline
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Default Would a front rudder help steer the thing?

On Apr 15, 11:44�am, Dave Brown wrote:
Tim wrote:
I know I'm probably answering my own question, but it probably
wouldn't be that practical, otherwise they'd all be coming out with
them.
Any Ideas?


Woo Hoo, my first real contribution opportunity since I came back!

I was researching this manufacturer for a bow thruster for 50' monohull
houseboat I'm currently re-powering and I came across one of their
products designed as a bow thruster for pontoons - it's kind of like an
bow mounted trolling motor except that it mounts on the underside of the
deck. Obviously not something you'd drop into the water at any great
speed, but great for maneuvering in tight quarters.

http://www.sideshift.com/BoatType/pontoon.htm

I'm rusty at this - should I end with a flame under the new newsgroup
rules? Is there a probation period before I can declare omnipotence? ;-)

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Regards,
* * * Dave Brown
* * * Brown's Marina Ltd
* * *http://brownsmarina.com/


Welcome back, Dave!

Glad to see you're still around, and in the marina business.

Weren't you thinking of taking up school teaching a few years ago?

There aren't any new newsgroup rules. Some folks are placing greater
emphasis on staying on topic, avoiding political debates, and trying
to discuss things like adults. For others, it's pretty much business
as usual- but it sort of works out that a more few people acting like
grownups makes a significant difference.

The folks who have found this site since your departure will be
pleasantly surprised with the depth of your experience and willingness
to share. Here's hoping nobody takes off on some crusade against you
(like before)- you were always an asset to the group.