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The thread formerly known as "Stolen Boat Motor, La Ribera"

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 09:48 AM

Last night as we were sleeping, sometime between 10pm and 8am, our boat motor was stolen out of our fenced and locked rental house yard in La Ribera. The thieves entered over the back fence, detached the motor from the boat transom, and schlepped it and the gas tank out the same way they came in. While I admire their feats of gymnastic ingenuity (the motor weights 100lbs-ish), I am less excited to now be the proud owner of a boat without a motor.

Just a reminder that even though it appears to be safe and secure inside the fenceline, it's not. Reminded of that the hard way today.

If you happen to see a Yamaha 15hp 2 stroke long shaft motor being sold in a parking lot or at your local segunda on the East Cape, drop me a line. Reward offered for safe return.

503.910.7458, 554.056.2867, scott@chavycha.com

[Edited on 3-13-2015 by chavycha]

[Edited on 3-14-2015 by chavycha]

[Edited on 3-14-2015 by chavycha]

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 09:53 AM

woody with a view - 3-12-2015 at 10:17 AM

if it turns out that you need to get rid of the boat/trailer I'm interested. you'd need to deliver to Sandy Eggo. let me know.

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 01:20 PM

u2u 2u woody.

BajaBlanca - 3-12-2015 at 01:33 PM

So so sorry and I do hope you recuperate it against all odds.

motoged - 3-12-2015 at 03:01 PM

Quote: Originally posted by woody with a view

if it turns out that you need to get rid of the boat/trailer I'm interested. you'd need to deliver to Sandy Eggo. let me know.

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 03:11 PM

lololololol! he gets a bit of a pass, though, since we did post it in the classifieds.

woody with a view - 3-12-2015 at 03:27 PM

got the message. when do you plan to come north?

weebray - 3-12-2015 at 04:29 PM

There must be something special about that particular motor. Some have been stolen here in the bay lately and when we were in the Caribbean they were the #1 target by thieves looking for outboards. If I had one I would lock it up good.

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 04:43 PM

It's a pretty great little motor - the power to weight ratio is off the charts and it's simple enough that even I can work on it. 100:1 mix on the oil; not smoky like some two-strokes. Parts are cheap and pretty easy to find. I might go with a 25hp version on my next boat.

weebray - 3-12-2015 at 06:38 PM

Quote: Originally posted by chavycha

It's a pretty great little motor - the power to weight ratio is off the charts and it's simple enough that even I can work on it. 100:1 mix on the oil; not smoky like some two-strokes. Parts are cheap and pretty easy to find. I might go with a 25hp version on my next boat.

Now I want one. Do they still make two-stroke outboards?

chavycha - 3-12-2015 at 07:01 PM

Check your local segunda, you never know what you might find. :?:

Yamaha doesn't make those for the US market any more. I believe they discontinued the light 2-strokes in 2008. I saw quite a few of them for sale on US Craigslist when I was boat shopping this past fall. Looks like an enterprising person could buy a new one in Mexico, though: http://www.imemsa.com.mx/motores_enduro2t.html

[Edited on 3-13-2015 by chavycha]

Pescador - 3-12-2015 at 08:14 PM

If you report it to the local police, you may find a little help, but if you really want to get something done, file a report with the Ministerial in La Paz. I had the local police lookng for a long time for a boat and motor that was stolen way back when at Muertos, but when I went into town and filed a report with the Ministerial, things happened quickly. There is a big difference.

chavycha - 3-13-2015 at 10:20 AM

On the advice of a Nomad, we talked with the Ministerial yesterday in La Ribera. The officer came out to our property and took a report. Pretty thorough, actually. I don't expect it to go anywhere but you never know.

The real bummer is that the winds here have finally died down and the forecast for the next week is just gorgeous. Stuck. On. Land. Dahhhh!

[Edited on 3-13-2015 by chavycha]

sd - 3-13-2015 at 10:48 AM

Put a reward equal to the value of the motor. It has worked for some I have talked to. You get the motor back and they MAY be held responsible.
Sorry to hear about your stolen motor.

to weebray

captkw - 3-13-2015 at 03:46 PM

Yes they still make two stroke motor's (thank god) I hung a 150 ETEC yesterday here in Monterey ca. and the boat is out on a shakedown cruise as I type this..BTW don't listen to the BS about fourstrokes are better..simple fact is the new two strokes are cleaner,faster,quiet and better fuel mileage that a same size 4 stroke...and a hell of a lot less parts and very,very little mantainice.....and a lot less cost to buy.......the dealers of other makes have the people fooled about two strokes...and lake Tahoe is the most protected lake in the USA and the water cops run ETECS....put that in your pipe and smoke it 4 stroke fools !

Barry A. - 3-13-2015 at 04:43 PM

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

Yes they still make two stroke motor's (thank god) I hung a 150 ETEC yesterday here in Monterey ca. and the boat is out on a shakedown cruise as I type this..BTW don't listen to the BS about fourstrokes are better..simple fact is the new two strokes are cleaner,faster,quiet and better fuel mileage that a same size 4 stroke...and a hell of a lot less parts and very,very little mantainice.....and a lot less cost to buy.......the dealers of other makes have the people fooled about two strokes...and lake Tahoe is the most protected lake in the USA and the water cops run ETECS....put that in your pipe and smoke it 4 stroke fools !

Many thanks for posting this, Capt..... You confirm what I suspected, and just in the nick of time for me as I was possibly going to replace my Mercury 35 2-stroke for a 40 4-stroke (heavy) on my tiny Boston Whaler Super-sport. Now, I will look into the Evinrude E-tec, for sure. :light:

Barry

Bob and Susan - 3-13-2015 at 05:02 PM

he's WRONG again...

4 strokes are WAY better than a 2 stroke

Barry A. - 3-13-2015 at 05:23 PM

Oh Oh------controversy!!!

Now I am confused again. :lol:

Barry

woody with a view - 3-13-2015 at 05:48 PM

you say tomato!

these new 2 strokes

captkw - 3-13-2015 at 05:54 PM

I don't now of ANY other make that offers a 7 yr warrenty ?? So tell ya what mister "wrong" before ya start shooting your mouth off (as always) do some research into the matter that you seem to know nothing about !! I have gone out of my way to ask every ETEC rigged boat the owner (I see) how they like the motor and NOT ONE complaint.. matter fact each guy stated he LOVED the motor and some said they were repowering their other boat (s) with the new two stroke..I repair,Service and do diagnostics on all outboards and would never,ever hang a four stoke on my own boats......K&T :light:

Bob and Susan - 3-13-2015 at 06:07 PM

post a picture of your business card...pretty easy

TWO Strokes

captkw - 3-13-2015 at 06:56 PM

No BOB I'm not a outboard dealer..I do sell parts...Ive been lucky in life but one of the many things I need to ck off my bucket list is making a 1/3 rd stroke motor outboard..that will be a Real screamer of a outboard...any clue what that might be Bob ????

Pescador - 3-13-2015 at 10:09 PM

I have seen 4 ETECS that tried to run in our high salinity in the Sea of Cortez and they all went down. One of the stupid things that Evinrude does with those motors is to run water through the computer to keep it cool. Well, with our salinity, they plug really easy and a simple wash does not take care of it, so when they go, they take some other parts with them. So, Cappy, as usual, you are real long on opinion and very short on facts, but that always seems the way when someone comes across as being the end all expert. Too bad I did not know you were so enamored with them as you would have been the only person I could find who would have paid over two cents for any of those four motors.

chavycha - 3-13-2015 at 10:26 PM

SFandH - 3-14-2015 at 06:03 AM

I think it's true that compared to 4 strokes, 2 strokes are generally lighter, simpler, less efficient, noisier, dirtier, and cheaper (used models).

I was on a friends boat recently that has a new 150 hp or so 4 stroke. Unknown to me, he started the motor and it was idling. I thought it was the bilge pump running, it was so quiet and smooth. When my 2-stroke goes, I'll be going 4=stroke for sure.

Bob and Susan - 3-14-2015 at 06:44 AM

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

No BOB I'm not a outboard dealer..I do sell parts...Ive been lucky in life but one of the many things I need to ck off my bucket list is making a 1/3 rd stroke motor outboard..that will be a Real screamer of a outboard...any clue what that might be Bob ????

again...if you're in the boat repair business...just post your business card here...then we will accept your advice...otherwise you're just a "typer"

[Edited on 3-14-2015 by Bob and Susan]

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captkw - 3-14-2015 at 08:54 AM

This is getting stupid !! To pescador: Yes the ECM is water cooled and like ALL outboards should be flushed with "salt away" I have not heard of any issues with plugging..That said..my fellow mex fishing buddys do not take care of their motors in any shape,form or give them a second thought till they break....that's just the way it is in mexico/Baja....To SF&H the new strokes are CLEAN and efficient and are very quiet.....SO I guess I will just shut up and let all you none pro's in my biz think what your brain is stuck on,, carry on..four strokes SUCK for boat motors and that is the simple reason two strokes have been used forever..a "homelite" 4 stroke tried to get a market share for a while and are a so/so motor for light duty ......myself am getting bored/tired of fools that have very little time with outboard repair/use/wisdom to even try and debate with me...GET A GRIP.. you are only the end user and your thoughts are not from doing this work 8 days a week...and have a shot of the BIG overall picture.....and to all the guys that U2U for help..please keep doing so,,as I like to help my fellow boaters !!!

dtbushpilot - 3-14-2015 at 09:20 AM

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

This is getting stupid !! To pescador: Yes the ECM is water cooled and like ALL outboards should be flushed with "salt away" I have not heard of any issues with plugging..That said..my fellow mex fishing buddys do not take care of their motors in any shape,form or give them a second thought till they break....that's just the way it is in mexico/Baja....To SF&H the new strokes are CLEAN and efficient and are very quiet.....SO I guess I will just shut up and let all you none pro's in my biz think what your brain is stuck on,, carry on..four strokes SUCK for boat motors and that is the simple reason two strokes have been used forever..a "homelite" 4 stroke tried to get a market share for a while and are a so/so motor for light duty ......myself am getting bored/tired of fools that have very little time with outboard repair/use/wisdom to even try and debate with me...GET A GRIP.. you are only the end user and your thoughts are not from doing this work 8 days a week...and have a shot of the BIG overall picture.....and to all the guys that U2U for help..please keep doing so,,as I like to help my fellow boaters !!!

I guess this means that you weren't able to figure out how to "phony-up" a business card and post it? Google "making a phony business card on the computer", it's easier than mixing 2 stroke fuel :lol:

DTbush

captkw - 3-14-2015 at 09:37 AM

I don't need to post my biz card !! you have always seem to be a level headed guy and I love your avatar BTW..I think I said that few years ago.....the simple fact is a four stroke outboard is a over priced,over rated and a poor excuse for the duty that most folks use on a boat.....If you think that over night a four stroke pwr/plant is GOD for a boat...why did that not happen years ago ????? I work on a homeland security vessel and it has two 250 hp oxxys two strokes..this vessel is on patrol every sunday and saves lives and does a lot of tow in's..fuel injected with a ox sensor (Yamaha) and runs and runs and runs with almost no service or repair...f/ing strong motor ... I have twin 2 strokes on my own boat and would not trade them for a set of free four strokes..but,,gee since I fix motors 8 days a week..don't listen to me..go ask bob or jose !!

gnukid - 3-14-2015 at 10:00 AM

Good general info from all sides, except personal attacks are silly. Opinions are welcome.

Call an outboard motor shop who knows ETEC motors and ask the owner for their opinion and they likely chorus what Capkw says, the ETEC is superior by being more efficient with fewer parts, less weight and are excellent.

Costa Baja and other high end marinas where Capkw seems to hang out have access to RO fresh water running on docks with no salt, while pueblos often do not have easy access to piped RO fresh water.

I'm sure there is much more minutia to the personal decisions on best practices than revealed so far, safe to say, most of the motor specific comments in this thread seem relatively accurate as someone who also has a some experience with the 225 ETEC and also both 2 stroke and 4 stroke outboards, so lighten up. We all just want them to work so we can go boating and get back to shore.

You can see why Merchant Marine lifetime experienced boat engine people don't chat much with the regular folks and tend to segregate at drinking holes.

[Edited on 3-14-2015 by gnukid]

SFandH - 3-14-2015 at 10:08 AM

IMHO the biggest point in favor of 2 strokes, and it is an important one, is that they have far fewer moving parts. I think it's generally true that in any machine the fewer moving parts that get the job done the better. I can understand why a good mechanic would be in favor of 2 strokes.

Now I don't know, maybe my next motor will be a 2 stroke. :?:

monoloco - 3-14-2015 at 10:14 AM

I have had good luck with both 2 and 4 strokes. The 15hp Honda that I'm currently using is 14 years old, and has been very reliable, and required only minimal maintenance over the years.

dtbushpilot - 3-14-2015 at 10:23 AM

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

I don't need to post my biz card !! you have always seem to be a level headed guy and I love your avatar BTW..I think I said that few years ago.....the simple fact is a four stroke outboard is a over priced,over rated and a poor excuse for the duty that most folks use on a boat.....If you think that over night a four stroke pwr/plant is GOD for a boat...why did that not happen years ago ????? I work on a homeland security vessel and it has two 250 hp oxxys two strokes..this vessel is on patrol every sunday and saves lives and does a lot of tow in's..fuel injected with a ox sensor (Yamaha) and runs and runs and runs with almost no service or repair...f/ing strong motor ... I have twin 2 strokes on my own boat and would not trade them for a set of free four strokes..but,,gee since I fix motors 8 days a week..don't listen to me..go ask bob or jose !!

Sorry cap, I was just being a smart a$$ as usual. I've had several 2 stroke outboards as well as 4 strokes over the years, I find the 4 strokes to be heavy but more trouble free. I don't work with mine so they have easy duty. Everyone has a preference, to each his own...

Pompano - 3-14-2015 at 01:00 PM

The thread formerly known as "Stolen Boat Motor, La Ribera"

Hats off to you chavycha..for maintaining a good sense of humor while being hijacked.

Bob and Susan - 3-14-2015 at 01:10 PM

Quote: Originally posted by dtbushpilot

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

catpkw...you cant "bully" end users...they are the ones who count

getting your advice with a u2u is just typing...anyone can look stuff up

if you're in the boat repair business you have a card...

post it...otherwise you are just a guy typing his thoughts and nothing else

prove that you know what you are talking about...i'll bet you cant

Bob and Susan - 3-14-2015 at 01:28 PM

anyone could do that...no dis-respect

it doesn't prove he's who he keeps telling people he is...

and

there isn't 8 days in a week...

he types a lot...and makes a lot of mistakes about electricity and boat engines...a professional working for years on motors KNOW all the tricks

a business card isn't a huge request...I even have one

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captkw - 3-14-2015 at 01:32 PM

To Chavycha..thanks for being a guy with reason and such... yes I have a biz card and work order forms.....BUT, being in the repair biz over 35 years has taught me a few things..like the bigger the sign out front does not by any means a good mech/tech..its usally a small shop where the guy gets his work because of his good work and world of mouth !! I have never posted anything on BN for the simple fact I have not spent the time to learn to post here and the POS phone I got two months ago in a hurry does not transfer data to a laptop......If it meant the world was gonna end if I didn't post my biz card I would...but that's not the case and also has nothing to do with a 2 vs 4 stroke outboard...as a boater/fisherman/captain, master mechanic and electrical specialist with yrs in the bilge I have a working sense of motors ( Ya Think) and I recommend to guys waaay smarter than I to look into a new 2 stroke.. and guess what ??? they are buying two strokes...if you one of ones that got BS'D into a fourstroke and spent a ton of money..well live with the fact that you have a nice new motor and go boating !!!

55steve - 3-14-2015 at 02:13 PM

I have a 90 HP Etec on my heavy 17' Invader - zero smoke, uber quiet, very powerful & 5 NMPG - I'm a happy guy!

The new 4-stroke offerings from Yamaha are also very nice.

Pompano - 3-14-2015 at 02:34 PM

My current fishing boat has this 115 Etech and it's a champ. Replaced a nice 115 4S Yammie because it was too good a deal to pass up. So far I am very happy with the change. These are some of my reasons...

After buying and using the Etec, I just wave and honk as I drive past the dealership.... no oil changes, no 10-20-100-500-1000 hr check ups.

Sound levels. If you haven't been around E-Tecs to hear them run, the trim on my motor is louder than the engine.

Bought it, then just started it and went fishing. After 3 yrs change the LU oil, the fuel filters, plugs maybe, and impellor - resume fishing for another 3 unbothered years - rinse - repeat... leave these instructions for your kids... it will still be going.

If you're doing good with your 4-S, that's great. I did, too, as this photo shows. They all beat the heck out of breaking out the oars.

[Edited on 3-14-2015 by Pompano]

Pompano

captkw - 3-14-2015 at 06:05 PM

Hola,that looks like a tiller unit..is it and why did you go that route over a helm ??? I see a small rod coming out of the tilt tube and cant figure out what you got there ????? have you run her WOT and changed the prop for the best running conditions ??? not more speed ,but the right pitch ?? more pic of your set up would be cool.......K&T

vgabndo - 3-14-2015 at 06:29 PM

"World of mouth"...yep, that about says it all. :lol:

Sorry about what happened to your effort to get your motor back Scott.

[Edited on 3-15-2015 by vgabndo]

Pompano - 3-14-2015 at 06:42 PM

Scott, I've had a boat and motor stolen, too, and feel your pain. I offered a large reward and recovered mine..with the help of amigos and an airplane search. Hope you have the same success.

captkw, I use tillers a lot in my fishing boats because of the type of fishing I do, which is staying on top of and following structure. This is much easier to do with a tiller and also by backtrolling in certain situations. You get to pinpoint your lures or bait. I have a hydraulic power assist for the steering because I am getting older and Co-pilot demanded it, ( although it is very easy to steer with the power tilt and trim.) Also a tiller situation opens the boat up a lot more by eliminating a center console...which I consider a nuisance and waste of space..I like the mobility it provides. Yes, have run her WOT and have a matched SS prop for best economy and efficiency. I generally run about 75%. I have more electronics than a Russian spy ship.

This is a serious fishing boat and not to be confused with a pleasure boat or runabout.

Here's a collage of the boat...a newer 21' Yarcraft Storm BT (BT means BackToller) She's very dry and cuts chop extremely well with little if any spray coming aboard. It's called The Dry One for good reason. A little spendy, but holds its value very well.

The 115 Etec has been very nice for me, which is good cuz I'm not a professional outboard mechanic like you. I do maintain all my engines well, though...that's why they last. Like my Dodge Cummins 4X4 with half a million miles and going strong.

I like it for waters from northern Canada to Baja Sur.

This should really be a different thread about engines and boats, rather than hijack the theft theme anymore.

[Edited on 3-15-2015 by Pompano]

chavycha - 3-14-2015 at 07:00 PM

Psh, motors aside, get a boat which are befitting of bass as a game fish, and then we'll talk. :cool:

Pompano - 3-14-2015 at 07:02 PM

Luv It!

pompano

captkw - 3-15-2015 at 02:02 AM

nice rig Roger....I see fish finders fore/aft/port/stb... the ETEC 150hp I hung Thursday has a 135 amp alternater..whats on that 115hp..damn nice looking package ya got there and I'm a critic..."Russian sub" LOL ! I also see "fish on" rod holders all over...they work great for smaller game,,but not trolling in Baja... btw I do Highly recommend flushing with "salt away" good snake oil..keeps the therms and prv/poppet valves clean..oops almost forgot..ECM cooling port too (pescador)....Tight lines...K&T..Out

[Edited on 3-15-2015 by captkw]

Bob and Susan - 3-15-2015 at 05:58 AM

I too am sorry chavycha for hijacking your thread...

the reality is you'll never see that little old 15hp motor again
it was probably "ordered" and is hanging on some gringos bigger boat as a kicker...that guy will never know

he'll just haul it north to Canada this summer

since you have a police report...just turn in a claim to your homeowners insurance and you'll be paid
you also sold the "carcass" (boat) so you're half way to your goal of selling the entire package $$$

good luck

this poster captkw doesn't repair boats...first it was yachts now he "hangs" motors on baby boats?...I don't think so...and no business card? no

and "salt away"? just another way for a company to squeeze money out of you...fresh water is just fine...if something clogs its probably sand or a shell or fish guts...the ocean is not clean water...salt away wont clear that...remember "there's no cure for the common cold" yet

Pompano - 3-15-2015 at 07:14 AM

Quote: Originally posted by captkw

nice rig Roger....I see fish finders fore/aft/port/stb... the ETEC 150hp I hung Thursday has a 135 amp alternater..whats on that 115hp..damn nice looking package ya got there and I'm a critic..."Russian sub" LOL ! I also see "fish on" rod holders all over...they work great for smaller game,,but not trolling in Baja... btw I do Highly recommend flushing with "salt away" good snake oil..keeps the therms and prv/poppet valves clean..oops almost forgot..ECM cooling port too (pescador)....Tight lines...K&T..Out

[Edited on 3-15-2015 by captkw]

Damn...not only are we hijacking chaycha's thread again, but now I getting between captkw and Bob in their squabble...oh well, that's Nomads for you.

chaycha...bass are not my choice for going gamefishing...and are the least likely fish to ever enter my shore lunch frying pan. I believe Co-pilots opinion was "Yucky-poo".

cap...to answer your concerns... si, I do have some fairly sturdy "fish-on" rod holders and also some SS tubes. I put them on most all my boats, but then I fish a lot for all size gamefish in lots of different water. I like the ease of them and can't say I've ever lost a fish because of them. I don't use or recommend them for marlin, but they work for me and I've been doing pretty good so far trolling in Baja for 40 years.

Here's a bull I took by trolling a feather by way of the rod in the fish-on. Hey, I put it on my 50lb scale and..it just went THUNK! It was many years ago and so far it has reached 80 lbs, but we have lots of cantina times ahead, so who knows how big that thing will get?... :rolleyes:

I like to locate my rod holders in convenient and accessible places.

I catch all my yellowtail on the fish-ons, too. I may be in a rut, but guess I'll stick with them for anything up to billfish size.

Hmm...Well, take my word for it. I do have a 7000rpm tach behind those baitfish. The alternator is 133 amps. On 'Salt-Away', I was given a case of it for Xmas from a fishing buddy, so always keep one spray bottle (and lots of fresh water) onboard. Makes for a quick easy clean-up on reels and Co-pilot's nose.

This thread is getting a little lopsided, nicht wahr?

ncampion - 3-15-2015 at 08:36 AM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan

since you have a police report...just turn in a claim to your homeowners insurance and you'll be paid

I too had a couple of guys climb over my wall and take the 40hp Evinrude off the back of my Bayrunner last summer. Police report, reward offered (to the cops) posters, segundas, nothing. I think Bob is right, these motors are taken with a buyer already lined up.
I did file a claim with my homeowners insurance and they denied it. They said that vehicles are not covered under homeowners policy and I need to have a specific policy for the boat. Now I have the issue of finding a motor up in the US and taking it down across the border without paying duty - I hope!

chavycha - 3-15-2015 at 09:59 AM

The hijacking is actually pretty damn funny. Carry on. :cool:

A 40hp? That's a 200lb motor, yeah? Are the thieves in Loreto on PEDs?

My homeowners' won't cover it for the same reasons ncampion stated. I called my agent a few days ago to check.
Personal property within the boat (fishing gear, etc.) is but the hull, trailer, and motor aren't.

The Mexican vehicle & boat policy won't cover it (not that I really expected it to) because it's only partial theft. Had they taken the hull and trailer it would've been.

Interesting thought on them having a buyer lined up already. I wonder about some of the shops in SJD or La Paz who are selling used outboards. Gotta get inventory from somewhere.

Quote: Originally posted by ncampion

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan

since you have a police report...just turn in a claim to your homeowners insurance and you'll be paid

[Edited on 3-15-2015 by chavycha]

ncampion - 3-15-2015 at 10:43 AM

If you think taking that 40 horse was hard, a neighbor down here had a brand new 225 Yamaha 4-Stroke taken off the back of his boat! He was in the US for a while, had a "care-taker" staying at the house and it happened in broad daylight while the care-taker was in town for a couple of hours. Many think he was in on the deal.
I'm trying to think of a way to better secure the motor on the transom so this won't happen again. What do you think about longer mounting bolts and bending them over. Then at least they would need a grinder to cut them off. I don't think you will ever defeat the "professional" thief, but maybe you can discourage the small time guy.

BajaBlanca - 3-15-2015 at 11:23 AM

chavycha - your change of headline to this thread is simply CLASSIC!

gnukid - 3-15-2015 at 11:26 AM

motor mount locks (don't lose the key)

http://www.mcgard.com/index.php/marine/outboard-motor-locks

200936101255_outboard.jpg - 35kB

Floatflyer - 3-15-2015 at 11:35 AM

I see that the "locking nut" is what I showed you on my boat, so far, so good.

I talked to our mutual friend in La Rib this am and without me saying anything he said it was taken by your neighbor across the street. A very well known thief. It was later that WW told me you had tracked the thief to this same place! MP helping you, that is unlikely.

Somebody needs to end up as an example of vigilante justice, this kind of crap has been going on way too long in this, otherwise, nice small town!

Alan - 3-15-2015 at 01:42 PM

chavycha - When you changed the title I quickly opened it in hopes of hearing you got your engine back. Obviously I was greatly disappointed until I saw the real reason. You just can't buy that kind of entertainment! A total train wreck (that one just can't help but look).

Sorry this fun had to come at your loss. I know it is fruitless but I'm still hoping you will get back on the water soon one way or another.

toronja - 3-15-2015 at 02:28 PM

Yes, Float, knowing where the den of thieves is is frustrating. If we didn't have dogs and a caretaker, I would love to boobytrap our whole property, leave some interesting bait out, and lie in wait. Watching them try to hoof it back over the fence and across the street with a foot in a coyote trap would make it all worthwhile. Maybe next year!

55steve - 3-15-2015 at 02:30 PM

Perhaps the best thread hijack I've seen/been a part of in a long time!

Kgryfon - 3-15-2015 at 10:59 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan

this poster captkw doesn't repair boats...first it was yachts now he "hangs" motors on baby boats?...I don't think so...and no business card? no

and "salt away"? just another way for a company to squeeze money out of you...fresh water is just fine...if something clogs its probably sand or a shell or fish guts...the ocean is not clean water...salt away wont clear that...remember "there's no cure for the common cold" yet

How do you know he's not a boat mechanic? Because you disagree with his opinion? Wow.

willardguy - 3-15-2015 at 11:09 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Kgryfon

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan

How do you know he's not a boat mechanic? Because you disagree with his opinion? Wow.

its what we here call a "bobism" and man has there been some beaut's! :lol:

somebody needs to compile em all and write a book!

Bob and Susan - 3-16-2015 at 06:39 AM

Quote:

Quote: Originally posted by willardguy

Quote: Originally posted by Kgryfon

Quote: Originally posted by Bob and Susan

How do you know he's not a boat mechanic? Because you disagree with his opinion? Wow.

its what we here call a "bobism" and man has there been some beaut's! :lol:

somebody needs to compile em all and write a book!

I was waiting for you willardguy...
this board has an "easy" joining system...ie...no background checks
most members can't even use their real name...
I guess they are afraid of being wrong...sometimes its embarrassing...it is...or they don't exsist
no one need to agree with ME...even doug disagrees sometimes

recently I didn't believe a SAT internet provider in Ensenada...he sure proved me wrong...his service is outstanding...I spent a sh*tload of money with him

I talked to a guy several years ago that told me he had 10 different log-in names...i'm pretty sure doug used to ban him
I drove all the way to Ensenada to buy a small boat from him...it leaked...he told me all little boats leak...they dont

woody on the other hand is a stand-up guy...he had a truck...I bought it using paypal...didn't pick it up for awhile...perfect truck and cheap too

in this case...have you EVER seen a businessman not prove he's in business...even retired guys tell and show you

here in cyber-space you cant believe everything you read...
its just not all true
this guy spurts advice as a professional repairer of boat engines and electrical wiring...
much of what he types is just wrong...
i've know lots of electricans...they know all the tricks to get stuff to work

me...i only type MY experiences with stuff..."been there done that" kinda thing

we live in a place without electricity...water...tv...telephone...internet...sewer
but...we have all that...proof that its possible to live good off the grid

I read quite a bit...I remember quite a bit...(but less as I get older)

all i'd like to see is if a member b*tchs about something...prove it wrong

if you're a "business guy professional" ..prove it with a card or pictures of what you are doing...everyone has a cell phone camera

there is no excuse

done...
yesterday a neighbor came over with his new toy drone...wow
I made a little movie...I can do better...
what a toy!!!
take a look...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPHROVeSZsM

[Edited on 3-16-2015 by Bob and Susan]

TO BOB

captkw - 3-16-2015 at 09:05 AM

Are you on drugs or just plain Stupid ?? show me were one (1) time I posted something wrong about electrical...just one time is all I/WE need to prove that I wrote some wrong in regard to electrical..your stupid/childish attacks towards me is a bad joke !! so quote me on a electrical f/up that you say I have done...come on..Talk is cheap and yous is worth less than a peso..Keith & lil Tasha

[Edited on 3-16-2015 by captkw]

[Edited on 3-16-2015 by captkw]

TO soulpatch

captkw - 3-16-2015 at 09:44 AM

Hola,,I have always had folks U2U me and give me their phone #...tell you what,,I'm gonna trust you..ck your U2U in few minutes...Keith & Tasha

55steve - 3-16-2015 at 12:50 PM

24 to 12 volt step down converters are cheap ($10-$15) and readily available - just sayin'....

KAT54 - 3-16-2015 at 03:01 PM

Interesting
Why would someone hide their business from the public?
If captkw is a boat repair business then someone here must know him?
Has anyone seen captkw in person?
Has anyone seen you?
Is this a fake ID?
Why does he always bring up his dog?
Is his dog really famous?
Should he move to a dog forum?
Has he ever traveled to Baja?

What is the name of his boat business and where is it?

mtgoat666 - 3-16-2015 at 03:58 PM

Captkw says his dog is more famous than Jesus Christ. Has anybody seen this famous dog?

Kgryfon - 3-16-2015 at 04:18 PM

Actually, here's a thread wherein thebajarunner recounted meeting Captkw and his famous dog with sunglasses:

http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=61522#pid7438...

Unless you think he was lying, too?

willardguy - 3-16-2015 at 04:30 PM

when broke down at sea i'll tell you which nomad I'd prefer to have on board! :yes:

Pompano - 3-16-2015 at 04:31 PM

This is starting to look like the Salem Witch Trials.

woody with a view - 3-16-2015 at 06:37 PM

Quote:

woody on the other hand is a stand-up guy...

Luckily, I'm the kind of guy I like to hang out with! Bob is a good guy, Capt is a good guy. now, channel your inner Rodney King.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sONfxPCTU0

DanO - 3-16-2015 at 07:05 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Pompano

This is starting to look like the Salem Witch Trials.

And you know what we do with witches?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrzMhU_4m-g

Which Wich

bajaguy - 3-16-2015 at 07:16 PM

http://www.whichwich.com/#!/about-us

Kgryfon - 3-22-2015 at 10:32 PM

Well 'Bob on this' and 'Kat' I can now personally attest that 1) Capnkw has a business card, and 2) he knows how to fix a boat engine. Do you have any personal knowledge to the opposite, or are you just a couple of bitter peope talking out of your burro?

[Edited on 3-23-2015 by Kgryfon]

Kgryfon - 3-22-2015 at 10:38 PM

He fixed my boat just fine. And although I am no mechanic, I know how to watch a mechanic and figure out if they know what they are doing or not. I watched him like a hawk. Flat out - you are wrong. You owe him an apology.

engines

captkw - 3-24-2015 at 10:41 AM

Yep,, my 7/11 job is getting boring so Im gonna learn how to fix weed whackers and Lawn mower's...LOL :lol:

Hey Capt

moonshine - 3-24-2015 at 06:05 PM

The wife made me sign up here to tell you the boat is running great and for you to call us. Guess who ? boat #3 and think salmon on the gunnel. my first post.