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Articles in April, 2006 issue of Trailer Boats

• Launch ramp: Glastron 205 Collector's Edition.(Dock Talk)
  by Stone, Rebecca
• Small surprises: tooling through choppy conditions in Scout's redesigned 17 1/2-footer reminds us that good things come in small packages.(TEST)
  by Barron, Jim
• Quick-change artist: installing a quick-release bracket makes it a snap to mount or remove an electric trolling motor.(TBM How-To)
  by Tarvid, Allan
• Optimum cruise speed.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• New solution to a dirty, old problem.(TBM Tested)
  by Stone, Rebecca
• Funeral for a friend.(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
  by Macy, Bob
• Something's fishy: Lund 1900 Pro V SE Rapala stays on track.(Dock Talk)
  by Tarvid, Allan
• Trend setter: built to stand out, VIP's 203 outboard runabout is a good choice in family sportboats.(TEST)
  by Smith, Bruce W.
• Firm foundation: keeping bunks and rollers in top shape will protect your hull and make launching easier.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Eldridge, Ron
• Hobby horse.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Grease ball.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Death and taxes.(On Plane)
  by Eldridge, Ron
• New props to boost speed and fuel efficiency.(Dock Talk)
  by Stone, Rebecca
• The spin on blades.(READER SURVEY RESULTS)
• Troubleshooting trailer lights: trailer wiring woes can be fixed in a jiff using these simple techniques.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Johnson, Rich
• Overdrive for boats.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Highway grades?(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Photo finish.(Gotta Have It)
• Flush-deck cuddies.(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
• Getting personal: Jet Ski STX-15F redefines three-seater performance.(Dock Talk)
  by Cacciutti, John
• Hard line: Monterey pumps up its hard-body look with its exciting, new 234 FSX.(TEST)(Cover story)
  by Bilas, Zenon L.
• King Kong: Dodge's new Mega Cab is large and in charge.(TEST)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Not a Turnkey Yamaha.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Double your pleasure.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Boater courtesy.(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
• Just cruisin': you can have it all with Four Winns' New 203.(Dock Talk)
  by Eldridge, Ron
• Road ready: the highway is no place to learn your trailer needs service, so give it a checkup to make sure it's ready to roll when you are.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Armitage, Dan
• Battery confusion.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Return the sender.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Tuned-up performance.(Gotta Have It)
• Shock-absorbing hitches.(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
• Wake tools: CWB's Torq binding offers new hinge technology.(Dock Talk)
  by Bilas, Zenon L.
• Top buys in electronics: we scout the best values in top-performing sounders and GPS/combo units.(Buyer's Guide)(Buyers guide)
  by Tarvid, Allan
• Trailering checklist.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
• Cold as ice.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• U-Haul blues.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Advance to the rear?(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
• Winner of life jacket competition named.(Dock Talk)
  by Stone, Rebecca
• Marking the king.(Boat Improvement)
  by Johnson, Rich
• Tough brakes: reliable trailer braking requires regular brake inspection and maintenance.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Johnson, Rich
• What to take.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Classy hitch.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Boost for short boaters.(Gotta Have It)
• Sooner is better.(TRAILER MAINTENANCE MADE EASY)(Letter to the editor)
• In tow: high-tech tire monitor keeps you pumped.(Dock Talk)
• American beauty: offering size and solitude, Flathead Lake presents a true Western boating adventure--Montana style.
  by Jaquette, Leslee
• Boating attitudes: boaters' minds are awash with all manner of trivial pursuits, according to a recent survey.
• How much power?(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Bourdon's tow tip.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Likes skirts.(Letters to the Editors)(Letter to the editor)
  by Bethge, David
• Fine 'tooning: Premier's 231 Alante is fashionably sporty.(Dock Talk)
  by Machleit, Kelly
• April fools.(Boating Basics)
  by Armitage, Dan
• Spinning wheels: repacking trailer wheel bearings will help keep your rig rolling along smoothly.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Barron, Jim
• Sealed battery only.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• New trailer tires.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Flip and fish.(Gotta Have It)
• New manufacturing process on tap.(Dock Talk)
  by Stone, Rebecca
• Overwides only: Formula's 27-foot joy ride.(Dock Talk)
  by Barron, Jim
• Monster Suzy.(Propulsion Report)
  by Barron, Jim
• Rust never sleeps: don't let rust and corrosion ruin your trailer. Fight back.(SPECIAL SECTION: TRAILER TUNE-UP GUIDE)
  by Quinlan, Steve
• Intermittent ignition.(Tech Letters)
  by Barron, Jim
• Slipping tranny.(Tow Car)
  by Bourdon, Stuart
• Keep fido afloat.(Gotta Have It)