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PontoonChris
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Hello from MO

#1 Post by PontoonChris » Sat Jul 16, 2016 7:47 pm

Hello from Mo!

Just purchased my first pontoon boat this afternoon in central MO. This is actually my first motor boat that I've owned. The pontoon is a 24' Playcraft with a 90 hp Honda 4 stroke motor. We are really excited about the boat and plan on taking it out on the lake tomorrow. The forecast is going to be HOT HOT HOT so it will be nice to pull into a shaded cove and swim.

We're live near Raymore, MO which is just south of Kansas City 45 or so minutes. I enjoy hunting, fishing, swimming and spending time at the lake. I'm excited to have the opportunity to learn about the pontoon and other Do It Yourself ideas that people have done to their boat. My first upgrade to the boat will be a ski tower so we can pull the girls on the tube.

Chris

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#2 Post by ROLAND » Sun Jul 17, 2016 12:39 am

Welcome to the forum Chris... and congratulations on your new boat.. Pontoons are a great way for a family to spend time together.. comfort, room, just all around great boats... have fun on the lake Sunday and again congrats on the new toon.
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#3 Post by PontoonChris » Sun Jul 17, 2016 4:26 pm

Thanks Roland!

We had a great time at the lake this afternoon. I would like to upgrade our current trailer (center lift) to a trailer with better stability. When I purchased the pontoon the motor ran great however it ran OK for awhile on the lake then when ever I applied the throttle the motor would die. I'm doing some research hoping it just needs a tune-up and the carbs cleaned.

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#4 Post by curtiscapk » Sun Jul 17, 2016 6:34 pm

Hello neighbor! Where you boating? It does sound like carbs...
Craig and Paula
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#5 Post by PontoonChris » Sun Jul 17, 2016 6:47 pm

Hello Craig and Paula!

We are from Raymore, MO. I've been going to Lake Miola for years in Paola, KS; I grew up near Louisburg. We could not believe all the boat traffic at Miola today! It's great to hear from someone near home!

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#6 Post by Waterlogged » Mon Jul 18, 2016 10:50 am

Welcome aboard, "show me" some pictures.

Glenn
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#7 Post by PontoonChris » Mon Jul 18, 2016 6:36 pm

Nothing fancy to look at but will be adding some accessories. Looking for a seat with a live well.
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#8 Post by curtiscapk » Tue Jul 19, 2016 9:13 am

buy a pontoonstuff seat we get a 10% discount! and make your own. Check my sig for rebuild tips. Here's mine.
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Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS

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#9 Post by PontoonChris » Tue Jul 19, 2016 6:42 pm

Thanks for the input! I'll check them out!

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#10 Post by smltooner » Tue Jul 19, 2016 7:21 pm

Welcome to the club.
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Re: Hello from MO

#11 Post by PontoonChris » Sat Jul 23, 2016 7:25 pm

Thanks for the welcome everyone! It's been a busy weekend as we purchased a new trailer and painted the fence to match the truck.

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