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A houseboat is a big purchase. Such a big purchase, in fact, that often buyers will skimp on certain as- pects in order to save money on the bottom line. That can come back to bite owners, as down the road they discover that maybe they do need that upscale generator or satellite dish. Thankfully, this is America, and there are people who went into business just to fill these needs. After- market products are a way to get the boat you want now, as opposed to the one you thought you wanted six months ago. Here at Houseboat we've gathered some of what this industry has to offer. Give these products a look-over and see if there isn't something you may need. King Controls It's a fact: Americans love their TV, but they also love to get away. With King Controls satellite television prod- ucts, you can have the best of both worlds. Enjoy time on your houseboat and favorite waterway and never miss the big game, breaking news or important weather information. King Controls has several satellite TV products designed to meet your needs. King-Dome antenna systems, made to be mounted to your vessel, provides you with reliable satellite TV recep- tion while at dock, at anchor or while fully underway. They are compatible with DirecTV, DISH Network and Bell TV standard digital signals as well as DISH Turbo HD and Bell HD programming. The new King-Dome antennas also have a built-in antenna for reception of off-air signals in addition to satellite TV reception. If a portable antenna solution is what you are looking for, the VuQube antenna from King Controls is the answer. The VuQube allows you to have TV anywhere you want it: your boat, the cabin, at the tailgate party or the backyard barbecue. Weighing just 12 pounds, the VuQube is truly portable and is compatible with DirecTV, DISH Network and Bell TV. For more information on King Controls and its product line call 800-982-9920 or visit them online at www.kingcontrols.com. King Dome In-Motion 9754 Series: $1499 VuQube VQ1000 Portable Satel- lite System with Remote Control: $699 Aftermarket Attack feature 30 Houseboatmagazine.com