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Guys I personally Buy my flies from Ryan and from what I have seen from others his are top quality.

He is very good to work with and all questions are answered promptly on line.

Why would asking questions about something most of us are pasionate about bother anyone? There's a lot of good resources on this site, and it would be a shame not to tap into those that are more experienced than others. The only thing I would like for you to "give back" would be some good fish porn from your upcoming, and past outings:thumb:.

Well Said

Next spring I will run 2 side by side and use each with a different hole , I'll let you know what happends.

This is true^^ yes, but according to there site it is the less action hole.

There is inconsistency in the printing from Dream Weaver.

Use the fin side for best results.

As far as I can tell I was using the more action hole. The hole father away from the veins should give it a wider smooth tail kick. The other side would give it a tighter but more snappy kick.

I think I will just add another battery and charger, sounds like it would be so much easier because both Motors have charging systems.

Guys good luck , let us know how it comes out. I have to figure out mine and still put an hour meter on the kicker.

This is the switch I was speaking of just not the diesel model.

http://www.boatersworld.com/product/MP63487248.htm

Well this is what most of you are looking for. It describes it pretty well.

http://www.bluewatermarinesvc.com/html/bat_isolator.html

If I can not get a motor to start, it is not a battery issue. I have 4 batteries on my boat, 2 in parallel for each engine. I also have a bypass solenoid that will start the other engine if needed.

I run 3 riggers with 15lb balls. If I am running the riggers up and down alot while running the motor that the downriggers are not connected to, I notice them slowing down on the way up. I run Big Jon Brutes, and they draw a fair amount of current.

Here is the issue I see with switching from 1 battery to 2 with a switch. "If" the batteries are not equally charged, I "believe" the batteries will try to balance themselves. One will be drained, and the other will charge.

I see you point Mike but at the same time the charging circuit should be able to make up the difference.

Does the motor running charge the batteries that are not in service?

Sorry if this is taking this another direction.

My father when he was in the Navy was incharge of the batterys on the ship I will check with him and see what he thinks. I know you have it right Mike your boat was most likely designed that way.

Thats really cool

Me personally......I would put the 2 batteries in parallel. After a day of running the riggers up and down and powering all of the electronics, it puts a lot of drain on the battery.

How long will a battery last that is continuously deep drained and recharged?

So lets say one of your batterys goes out Mike, Being that they are in Parallel would you still be able to restart while out on the water. Your still going to have 12 volts but are you going to have enough amperage to start the big motor.

That being said the switches have the ability to run with both batterys in parallel or batt one or batt 2.

Tony whats the deal with the convector reel with the pink side plates, Special lucky reel?

I am going to guess that the orange and red ones in 6" are the best bet.

How much different is the action from a spin doctor to the action flasher.

They make switches that will do what you are looking for. they can be set for 1 or 2 batterys or both. My first question would be does your kicker have an alternator? if not I would go for the switch route. that way you will always have at least one battery that is charged and ready to start the big motor.

The switches are less than 60.00 and you should be able to install it your self. The kicker I put on at the end of the season has one so for now I don't need to add a second battery.

Congrats Matt, that could be one of my dream Jobs, Good luck and let us know how things go.

This is why am a supporting member, because you are not flamed here, the guy and gals here are here to help because we want to be . Not because we want to show off how good we are and not help any one else out .

I was new to fishing the big lake this year, I asked lots of questions , joined lots of discussions. Enjoyed reading all the posts.

I love fishing and from what I can tell most of the guys here feel the same way. With the help from all the people here I have turned into an addict , and taught my son to fish. Now he can't wait to get on the water with me. I am always glad to share what I have been taught . And share the experences with others, I post pictures with my posts to enhance the story. Not to brag.

The totals in my signature are more for me than anyone else. I surpassed my goal this year and every time I see that I smile because I was able to do that together with my family and friends. and help from the people here. you will like it here, I have been told that the only dumb question is the one not asked. Enjoy your stay here and ask away.

Tight lines,

Jim

I hear ya about writing 5 pages of what to do!

I certainly agree with russ that many people do not travel far enough sometimes. early in the year is when cohos are supposed to be close to shore and many people get stuck in their usual "spring routine." but there are also times when you can limit in a few hours right in front of the harbor or by the reef too. this is where networking really is a big help.

I also agree about trolling faster to cover more water. I very rarely have my depth raider slower then 2.5 mph and my gps is usually around 3 knots. I am one of the few that do not ever run 00 dodgers. I run all Action Flashers, they are very speed tolerant. They have a similar shape to a B&B.

For me most of the fun and adrenaline rush comes from the "hunt" to find fish.

Josh what is a action flasher and shaped B&B?

Pay very close attention to Josh and Russ they have been doing this much longer than I. Networking is most likely your best tool if you are a newbie like I am, Only 1 season under my belt . and can wait for season 2.

just awesome , guessing your fishing every day. Very impressive amount of kings.

Like Jalenskis in Kenosha best place I have found, just a little drive for me.

my 2 cents, salmon are a cold water fish . Unlike bass and northern,musky. Salmon will survive in 40 water just fine . for other warmer water cold blooded fish they will just about hibernate.

All fish are cold blooded but you have fish that are on the warmer side (bass, bluegil,northern, musky,) then you have cold water fish such as Salmon. which perfer colder water much colder. and seek much more food to maintain them selfs.

Ok guys....I hope all my questions don't turn you guys off and maybe actually help others out who might refrain from asking for one reason or the other.

To me, researching or asking questions from those in the know is part of becoming a better fisherman and I thank you all for assisting me.

So I've heard a lot about the spring coho bite and how seemingly you can catch fish after fish SO simply but I have a feeling it might not be THAT easy.

Well I know that fishing the southern end of the lake is slightly different than fishing around the North Point area but here's what is on my mind already:

Last year I saw a lot of boats fishing the cove around Waukegan. Rocks, some protection from wind and warmer water.....makes sense. Now move on to the North Point area...what am I looking for when seeking out coho? I know guys most often fish the upper water columns, and I'm assuming most stay closer to shore (warmer water), but we've seen what assuming has done to me in the past so I'm asking now before I'm trolling around like an idiot.

I mean summer fishing can take place anywhere from 30 feet to 300 feet but spring coho? I'm figuring no point in running way out deep when the fish normally won't be there.

Again, I've read the books that say look for the warmest water, stay up high in the water column but we all know there are days out on the water when we can throw the books away. I just need a bit of guidance when it come to clearing the breakwall as to what I'm actually looking for when spring coho fishing.

Thanks again guys. I really appreciate it.

The biggest thing I can come up with is the winds at that time of year, Most of them are from the east , northeast. which would stack up your warm water down near Waukegon. Do you remember this summer when we had temps in the 50's near shore and out 5-10 miles it was 60-68'. The wind and currents have alot to due with where the warm and cold water is. Our first Coho's came out in 125FOW, 30 feet down. In early May.

The most important part is finding the forage fish . Won't matter what temp you have , if you have no food for the big guys they won't hang around.

I can only tell you what I have learned, so lets see if someone has more to put in here.

And the key to saving the alewives is to get rid of the zebra muscles and all of the invasive species that are screwing up the the food web.

I've got Dan's two videos on Kings and have spoken to him at the marina. He's a great guy and a big help.

Now as he address water temperature and "preferred" temps for kings, I just wanted to see if fishing summertime water below 40 degrees is just pointless.

If you look at preferred temps for each salmonoid species, not one of the big 5 seem to "prefer" waters below a 40 degree temp. If I take that verbatim....I should never fish water below 40 degrees during the summer months.

Just looking for a little reassurance on that.

I too have both of his videos and both of his books, The second book "Keating on Kings" goes way beyond what is covered in the videos and first book. Watching his videos and reading his first book make it seem easy , then you get into his last book and it adds new dementions to what he has taught you. If you want the best price order it from his website.

K ....'here is the update on the SWR ..... I hit it today .... Set the riggers at 25 and 35 with the 2 color rigs .... after letting out the Leader and the 2 colors I let out 50 feet of the backing also and clipped it to the rigger .... The 35 rigger fired 2 times and the 25 foot rigger fired 1 time as well as the 7 and 9 colors of leadcore for a total of 5 fish ... Time on the water was from 7:20 till 11: 00 am the 35's fired at 20 and 40 minutes into the troll ... Thanks for all the information guys ..... Mark

Mark were you running all spoons? how deep were you fishing in? what type of baits were you running?

(I'm going stir crazy Mark , thats why all the questions. At lease the doc said I didn't have to where the cervical collar anymore.)

I am thankful for the knowledge God helped me find and the time I was able to spend fishing with my family.