I always see peoples boats and think it's someone off here but never know. Seems a few others are the same. Post a pic of your boat or a name.

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Here is mine, but you probably won't see me out wide!

Hi all, maybe this is the correct place to put this post...

I am after peoples views, all posative or negative as may be the case, on the following boats. Will they be good for a first timer boat, wanting to do Swan river, cockburn sound, carnac island....what about rotto on an excellent day?

Savage Tasman 4.8m 40hp

BellCraft 15ft???? 60hp

Bellcraft $3000 (he does have another Add up saying $2850)

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/baldivis/motorboats-powerboats/15ft-bellcraft-/1091148158

Savage Tasman $3900

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/bassendean/motorboats-powerboats/tasman-savage-4-9-meter-/1093003891

 I have had mine for 1 year now and shes a good boat. Its a 6.8 Hard top although the hard top was an add on. I have heard people say they have had trouble with broaching with these hulls. I'm interested to know if anyone else has one of these boats and what they think of them. I did see another one exactly the same as mine ( besides the hard top ) in mandurah about 4 weeks ago so i know theres at least two of them left haha.

 I've been in the market for a Bar Crusher however I've come across Moda Custom boats, specifically a Moda Express 7000 series. Does anybody know anything about these boats - look awesome on the website www.modamarine.com.au however are they suitable for WA waters, quality, etc ?

 Any of the FW guys own a Caribbean Reef Runner that fancy posting any reviews/ pics? I'm maybe thinking about one in the future and looking for any comments.

I fish 2-4 guys mainly out of Safety bay upto 50kms out, the odd occasion further to the deep, some solo missions, check cray pots before work, sometimes dive with 1-2 others. I do a trip up to Shark Bay once a year and a hand full of trips up jurien way, family days up the river etc.

I would be possibly looking at a new hull and trailer with my existing 2014 175 suzuki. Is there any changes over the years that makes one model better than the other? are there things that are must have accessories such as trim tabs? I'm 6'6" would the hard top be high enough?

I haven't been on one yet but I would like to hear from some owners if they think it would be suitable for the above... 

Cheers...

 Hi guys, 

I'm new to fishwrecked and was thinking about getting a 2006 475 Quintrex 50hp 4-stroke Honda.

i was wondering if it would be suitable for offshore fishing during the summer time?

all responses are welcome.

thanks Rob

 Hi all,

Just after some info on the coraline 750 outsider 2011 model if anyone owns one or has been on one what is some pros and cons.

Mainly after some info on the ride of boat and stability at rest any info would be appreciated.

Cheers

 Looking at getting one of these has anyone had one or have any info on them, I'm looking to downsize to a nice lite aluminium so I can beach launch and do a trip up to Northern Territory. Also are they more towards the wet end of the scale for a centre console?

Anyone got any reviews on Seaquest Ali boats. Searched on fw and googled as well. Are they still made??

Cheers 

A mate of mine is looking at a Trident boat advertised at Millard marine in Bunbury and we cant find any information on them.... Who makes them? How do they ride? Reviews etc.

the link for the boat is

http://www.millardmarine.com.au/new-boats/?dealer=millard&cate=&de=166710&ToDo=show_details

Wanted to know if anyone can give us information on these boats? anything would help

Cheers

 hey guys has anyone had any experiences with the seaswirl striper 2100 WA?

looking to buy one from 1999 with a 2012 200HP merc optimax with 190hrs with 2 1/2 years warranty left on it

i heard that the stringers could potentially be wood cored?

this hull is a 1999 and i believe they started doing foam cores in 2000?

anyone have any experiences with these? handle the swell/chop well?

looking to get my first boat and the budget has definitelly increased because i want a boat i will use for a long time

the search is getting narrower! hopefully i can find a good deal soon!

i did look at the 2006 trophy 1802 WA's which i did like being a little smaller with the walk around option and smaller engines but cant seem to find any in that size in WA

 hey guys has anyone got any experience with tri hulls?

looking at an older pride trihull 1987 over the next weekend powered by a johnson 115 (1999) which had a new power head put in it 2.5 years ago

anything you love about them? anything you hate?

cheers team! 

Muzz

 hey guys looking at getting the boat below

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/geraldton-6530/motorboats-powerboats/19ft-kingcraft-cabin-cruiser/1079962324

i ended up checking out the 5.5m fraser on the weekend which had the 200HP on the back

not a bad boat but it needs a new sounder and canopy with clears

the bloke selling this kingcraft says its a 1985 hand woven wa hull (not sure what that means)

engine has around 300-40 hours

could someone give me feedback on what i should look out for before i head to geraldton to have a look?

obviosly il organise a test on the engine before buying

im assuming the 120HP is enough?

cheers lads

 hey guys new to boating so looking to do a little more research

probably an obvious one to you but what are the main differences between fibreglass and Ali?

obviosly Ali is lighter but how does that benefit a boater? 

i know fibreglass is heavier and goes through the chop nicer so why do so many people buy ali boats? 

im looking at something around the 20ft mark, seen some cracker ali fishing boats but not sure how they would handle the chop and swell and the main reasons people would buy them?

thanks for the feedback in advance :)

Muzz

 hey guys

quick one, iv been searching for boats of recent and have found a fraser half cab 5.5m late 80's hull

it has a yamy 200hp v6 on the back (dont know the year, he sent a photo which reads 688 yamaha 5D-0146 maybe someone can decypher?)

iv been researching these size boats for a while now and 200HP seems to be overkill for this sie of a boat? most i have seen have ranged from 90hp-115hp

would anyone have any insight into this for me? im buying my first boat for rotto trips and kalbarri trips

also he has tried to find the engine year on the motor but cant find it anywhere?

thanks boys! :)

 Hay everyone just looking at a stessco Renegade and was wondering if anyone has any knowledge of these boats build wise and ride wise I will be fishing out of bunbury and down south doing beach launching and if the weather is good trying to get out deep for a good fish any info is helpful as I am looking at getting in pretty soon cheers damo 

Hi,

I've been searching the net extensively looking for WA boat manufacturer who builds 6m fibregalss centre consoles for a reasonable price. I found plenty over east but very little in WA. Anyone got any suggestions? Surely there are some? thanks

Hi
Getting an itch to do another project and whilst i love the Bertram 20 Bahia Mar its probably a bit small for me - the Safari (23 ft) is very similar in design and looked at one a few years ago and remember thinking how solid and well put together it seemed

I have heard that the Seamaster broaches badly in a following sea, know that this is a different hull but was looking for feedback from anyone who cant tell me a bit about the Safari's ride characteristics

cheers

Does anyone have any feedback on them, beyond ally hulls slamming?

Seriously contemplating upgrading from a CC due to having a family and needing more protection. The 6400 I like due to having the V Berth and plenty of deck space.

Hey All

well its looking more and more likely i am comming home in the next few months, and that means i am start to really look at boats!

I have been doing a bit of research and have a few models and makes in my mind, thanks to some great info from a few lads on here and my own research.

I am struggling to find much info on these wellcrafts, and was hoping anyone can give me their views on the range!

Brett

 Hi all,

I am looking at a new 246 Seafox Centre console. Haven't had a ride yet but anyone know much about these boats???

appreciated

Shortly taken delivery on a new Leisure Cat 8000,
My experience with the Kevin and his staff from the beginning has been fantastic, I short listed what I believe the best Cats in the market, leisure Cat and Noosa cat, I decided to go forward with the leisure Cat 8000, which I expect will be delivered within 2 weeks.
From the beginning negotiations with Kevin, and throughout the build period Kevin has been up front, helpful and professional at all times, in fact he had omitted an item after the contracts were sign, I contacted him later to discuss the issue, without any hesitation he agreed to my request and resolved the issue, at cost to himself.
being a typical fisherman I had made numerous changes throughout this period, Kevin was helpful and consist from day one, good to see a bit of old fashion service still getting around,
Will provide a post once boat has arrived and tested, looking forward
Reel Chaser

Hi all,

First time poster on this forum but have been reading on here since returning to WA from Sunny north QLD a few months back for work reasons.

I had a small 4m Stessco tinny in Cairns and used it a little bit before realising it wasn't the right boat for what I needed. No real problem, cheap boat and on sold no problems.

When we got here I started hunting for a new boat for me and the family to use, with Cockburn sound and FFB being the areas we would frequent the most. A nice 475 bayhunter came up on gumtree (2 actually, one 4.5 and one 4.75) but I missed being able to view/purchase these due to work commitments and they sold really quickly. Enter another vessel for sale that with the pod comes in at 4.85m. All appeared reasonably well with this vessel ( few minor areas of bubbling paint but nothing too serious. The boat has spent some time moored in the water with a hull mounted anode that appears to have been working as it should. After spending a fair amount of time inspecting I left to contemplate my offer although the vessel is cheapish, it is still a large capital to lay down.

I made an offer to the seller with some conditions, The conditions were that I wanted to conduct a compression test (I have all the gear), a leg oil check, inspect under the floor and a quick sea trial just to make sure all is well when on the water. The seller seemed happy with the cash offer, however; feels that allowing me to do a compression test and lifting the floor is too risky for fear of damage to his boat. I understand to a degree his concerns (The motor has no kill switch, but a remote starter switch with the ignition off would negate his fears of blowing a coil). I would be happy to replace all leg oil after inspection (As I would have done this prior to using anyway)and a floor inspection is a must on an ally boat in my opinion. There is some white build up and a spot of oil around the head on the outboard. I know that the white build up is relatively normal as this is the area that is unpainted (Head and block where they meet the gasket) but am unsure of where the oil weep was coming from and figured at a minimum the compression test should be done. He hasn't owned the vessel all that long and due to personal circumstances needs to move it on. I don't believe that he is hiding any problems on purpose and seems to be a genuinely nice guy.

Am I being to over the top in my inspections for an older vessel ??

Cheers
Dane

 Hello everyone, can someone please help me to track down the details of the Markham dominator cat that split, flipped and sunk in wa a few years back now.....? I would really appreciate any help.. I'm after more photos of the boat inside and outside and even details of who owned it at the time. I think I have ended up with this boat and some very dodgy repairs. Please help me

Hi,

Looking at buying a 17ft Pacemaker boat.  Anyone have any feedback?  Its powerded by a 50hp Honda 4.

Sean

Check out the latest cat to come out of Hellfire Boats in Esperance!! 10M ally with twin 4.5L 370HP V8 diesel Yanmars......Very sweet rig!!! Jarrad is a master craftsman.

Ultimate trailer boat?

 Hi guys.

 Anybody own or had an experience with the assassin 660 dhu

 or have any feed back on how Greg at sports marine in bunbury is to deal with?

 Iv had a bit of a look at one and it looks the part but hearing firsthand experience 

 is invaluable. Any opinions appreciated guys.

 Cheers.

 All,

currently looking at a quintrex 610 cruiseabout. I am looking at the option of a 150hp yamaha or 175hp Suzuki (both 4 stroke). I had a quintrex freedom sport 10 or so years ago, a 570 with a 115 yamaha. It never missed a beat, but I'm reading very good reviews on the suz. There's a $500 difference between the 2 outboards, the suz being $500 more. I'm inclined to the suz.

can anyone give me some experiences having a 175hp (or similar) Suzuki outboard?

cheers

 I'm planning on upgrading the outboard on the tinnie from a 25, to a 40, she is a bit of a slug with 4 people on board. 

Ihave done the ring around and have got some prices, just wondering about if anyone has one, how it goes.

All looking at most basic 40, manual tilt, manual start, premix fuel.

Yamaha 2 cylinder 1 carb enduro $4500, 2 year warranty 

Suzuki 2 cylinder 1 carb $4000, 2 year warranty 

Mercury 3 cylinder 3 carb $4000, 5 year warranty. 

So the mercury is in the lead. 

My uncle in Guilderton has the Suzuki 30 with no problems in 2 years from new. 

Looking at getting a 420 Rengade Tiller steer from quintrex.

The two dealers in Perth will sell me either Mercury or Yamaha 40HP four strokes.

Any feedback on either of them??

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