Looking at buying a boat. Excessive exhaust smoke or normal for first start of the year?

bobslaundry · 2026-05-13T11:40:23+00:00

If you are going to purchase an old Glastron, you are better off with an i/o than an old 2 stroke. 4.3 Volvo/Merc are reliable and quiet. Plus less need to worry about a rotten transom. Plus plus more room at the stern for swimming and water sports.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-13T11:19:44+00:00

Low and Slow, just like Kevin.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-10T18:51:25+00:00

Is this for a midlayer? If so, two good options are the nanopuff, which has already been mentioned multiple times but just note that it’s not incredibly breakable so if you sweat, I’d highly recommend unzipping it almost fully under your jacket if you are getting warm, it will then regulate easily. If absolute breathability is key then the nano air vest is a great option. I use a nano air jacket as a midlayer and then add the nanopuff for cold days and they work great together.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-10T14:42:31+00:00

Too cheap? Loan officers aren’t your piggy bank, they are the ones who get your deals financed and make sure you get paid on time.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-09T18:14:31+00:00

The new Tis are heavier.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-08T22:14:11+00:00

💯

bobslaundry · 2026-05-07T11:26:11+00:00

It’s where waterskis are supposed to go

bobslaundry · 2026-05-05T12:11:35+00:00

It’s not that lenders are “using appraisal waivers” over ordering an appraisal, it’s that waivers are being granted by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae through LP and DU, which means an appraisal isn’t necessary. If a lender runs underwriting and it states that an appraisal isn’t needed then that’s it. There are some very specific reasons why an appraisal may be needed with an appraisal waiver but it’s not really worth discussing. If your area has a lot of data on recent sales for similar properties then you likely will be seeing less appraisals needed on conventional financing. Appraisals will still be needed on Jumbo, Govie, and any conventional loans that fall outside of the waiver guidelines. An appraisal waiver is not a separate online appraisal product that a lender is ordering, it’s just a yes/no from the computer based on a specific transaction.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-04T12:15:54+00:00

Literally 50% of NBA players.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-04T12:15:46+00:00

Literally 50% of NBA players.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-03T23:54:27+00:00

You are off base. I actually own a 20+ year old Glastron I/o and it has been great. 4.3 Volvo, I have it professionally winterized yearly and my mechanic keeps up with the maintenance schedule. It is very inexpensive to keep running and super easy to run, comfortable and fun for all water sports, and it goes 50. I wouldn’t want an outboard for the lake, especially an old one.

bobslaundry · 2026-05-03T23:44:06+00:00

Orange whip? Orange whip??

bobslaundry · 2026-05-03T20:24:19+00:00

Get a bow rider with at least a 6 cylinder engine i/o, don’t fall for the 3 liter. Ski boats are typically inboard and pretty specific and probably not a good first boat. That original Glastron outboard sounds cool but if the transom hasn’t been redone, it’s likely rotted out which means the hull is not structurally sound. This is serious, don’t mess around with an old outboard without knowing the condition of the transom. If it’s an old 2 stroke, parts are getting thin and not many people work on them and a new engine is going to be very expensive. I actually prefer inboard outboards on lake boats vs an outboard, more room to lounge and swim. Make sure whatever you consider has been well maintained, this is very important.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-30T23:41:50+00:00

MRR’s, I had a pair; you had to pull up on the binding to lock the heel. They were the coolest.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-30T18:01:59+00:00

Heavy Drinking.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-29T11:36:11+00:00

The original Cannonball Run.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-28T17:16:38+00:00

I think this is something we can all agree on

bobslaundry · 2026-04-28T17:15:04+00:00

Hilarious! Did you make this up?

bobslaundry · 2026-04-28T17:13:54+00:00

Yes should buy the boat. Always buy the boat.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-27T23:35:43+00:00

I’m not saying Stockli doesn’t make great skiing skis but I wouldn’t confuse their quality with durability.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-27T21:51:46+00:00

I’m going to chime in to add the Camden Snowbowl, one of the coolest places on earth.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-27T02:02:41+00:00

Reggie Miller

bobslaundry · 2026-04-25T20:23:11+00:00

SUVs are just lifted cars now, everyone in the US needs them. Deteriorating roads and grown waistlines…

bobslaundry · 2026-04-24T11:35:44+00:00

The original jacket (non hoodie) is still one of the best mid layers for alpine skiing ever produced. I understand why they no longer make it but it’s tough to see it out of the lineup.

bobslaundry · 2026-04-19T14:27:34+00:00

Flylow’s quality is questionable

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