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    New Parker, HORRIBLE Ride

    Obviously you did not read the comments on Classic Parker before buying your boat. I had a 2520XL and it would beat you to death in the Chesapeake Bay. I have not been on the deep V but that would be my choice for offshore use. There are a lot of Parker pilothouse boats on the Bay but after...
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    Selling 2820, How to determine Price?

    Like johnkn said, if you can find some past sales info that will give you a feel of the market pricing. I would look up the blue book value to use as a guide but in the end it depends on how bad someone wants it and what they are willing to pay. Last resort would be to let a dealer sell it. When...
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    New Parker, HORRIBLE Ride

    Did you not see all the posts on this site regarding the Parker ride. I had a 2520 XL that I ran in the Chesapeake Bay. It would beat you to death if you got into a two foot chop. Not sure about the Deep V but would think that is what you want if you are going into the ocean.
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    2002 2520xl questions / crack in floor

    I had a 2520XL and it would beat you to death in any kind of rough water, however it was a very stable fishing platform. As far as cracks in the deck....a very common occurrence. I had mine repaired twice. First time the dealer ground out the crack and patched. Second time, I had a fiberglass...
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    Painting the deck

    I know it’s frustrating but deck cracks in Oarkers are a common occurrence.
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    Second station location advice 2520

    On my 2520XL I had a stand alone second station on the starboard side. I never felt that it cluttered deck space and that it was conveniently located for control of the boat when setting lines, bringing in a fish, etc.
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    Parker 2300 CC - Wanted to Purchase

    Looking for a Parker 2300 CC 2005 or newer. Please PM if you have one for sale or know of someone who is selling.
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    Buying a Parker tips

    Cracks in the cockpit deck, pitting of aluminum window trim and on seat arms/pedestals, seat slider not staying in place and seat wobble, bubbles in paint on Armstrong platform, leaks at thru bolts into cabin, pounding ride.
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    Best $500 image stabilizing binoculars?

    I have / had (should be sold tomorrow evening) a pair of 10 x 30 Cannon IS binoculars that I used no more than 2 or 3 times but they worked great.
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    Park'er here?

    If I am not mistaken, this is the jetty at the entrance to Rockhold Creek in Deale MD.
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    How to adjust trolling speed on new Yamaha 300?

    Just call Tri-State right up the road.
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    Raise Motor on 2520 XL

    Traveling 39 to 40 mph in a Parker 2520XL ??? If that is possible it is a wonder you still have any teeth left.
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    Best Umbrella Rig for Stripers?

    The use of varying inline weights, varying parachute weights, and letting out varying lengths of line affect the depth of your lure at a given speed. You use less weight in the Spring because the fish are higher in the water column. Use more weight in the Summer. I suggest you attend a seminar...
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    Chesapeake Bay Anglers - Gear for Sale

    I have the following gear for sale: 3 Step Armstrong Dive Ladder Cannon 10x30 Image Stabilizing Binoculars 3 Board Planer Boards with flags, marine grade snaps, lines and reel, flags Live Well, Keep Alive 20 gallon Tsunami Trolling Rods Penn USA made 330 and 320 Reels Custom Made 6' 6" Spinning...
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    Best Umbrella Rig for Stripers?

    If trolling in the Summer, I do not run umbrellas but instead use tandem rigs with a mixed spread of Storm shads, bucktails, and Tony spoons, or use spreader bars when trolling. During the Spring and Fall when the big rockfish are in, I use a spread including singles, tandems, or umbrellas. I...
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    Boat Fishing License for Chesapeake Bay / MD Potomac River?

    I believe the "registry" referred to is the Saltwater Angler Registry which has been a requirement for years. Instead of going thru a "National" link to register, an individual can go thru the "Maryland" link. I agree this makes no sense if you have folks that go out with you once a year. Make...
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    Deck cracking.

    Seems like a common problem on Parkers as I had the same problem on my 2005 2520 XL and I have seen posts from a host of others. At first I had the cracks ground out and filled but 2 years later they cracked again. The second time I had them ground out / filled and another coat of fiberglass on...
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    Finally got the boat!

    Congrats on the new boat. One of my gripes with Parker Pilothouse boats is the corrosion on all of the aluminum inside (window frames, seat arms and pedestals, etc) because of moisture. My boat was a 2005 and later they changed to a white finish window frame. I never wanted to leave any windows...
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    Maryland TFL Unlimited License

    If anyone is interested in a Maryland TFL license contact me.
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    Maryland TFL Unlimited License

    If anyone is interested in a Maryland TFL license contact me.
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