Hi guys I am having a bit of a dilema at the moment.

We are set to leave in 4 week to exmouth for 10 days with a few friends

I have a 2352 trophy that I would like to take to exmouth without any fuel she sits at just under 3t

problem is that my hilux although i feel is more than capable of doing this is actually illegal to tow this sort of weight.

any suggestions on what can be done?

The landcruisers from hire companys that I have called only have 2t towbars which kill that idea

Engineering the Hilux to increase towing capacity could be upwards of 3 grand?

Getting it trucked up there and back?

Hiring a boat up there?

Just thought I'd share a few pics of my recent anchor winch install. Have used it a few times now and it has been working a treat, and has led to an increase of fish being taken home. It's fitted to a 2008 Cruise Craft 625 Explorer so if your thinking of fitting this winch to this type of vessel or similar these pics may assist or alternatively you can contact me via PM and I'm happy to share my knowledge on some of the pitfalls I encountered etc....

As with anything like this there were a few hiccups along the way and I have added a few comments to the pics to show what they were. I spent a fair amount of time tossing up which winch to go with but in the end decided on this one and am happy with my decision. Though I did opt for the Micks winch roller as the video on youtube was rather convincing and so far it also has been a good choice. Probably one of the deciding factors was a local agent in the event of any warranty issues so it was purchased from JPW Marine in Welshpool and they (Ted I think) happily matched the best price I could find (ebay $2249) so that was a bonus.

I also installed the #3 Sarca & W3-4A bowsprit roller. I'd originally bought a W3-4A bowsprit second hand from ebay for $220 posted but then had issues with the new SARCA #3 not fitting it correctly. I rang anchorright and sent pics via email to ask what that was about and found out there had been a design change so the old bowsprit no longer fitted the new designed #3 anchor. (Spewing) But how stoked was I when Rex & Joy (owners) whom I was dealing with organized (while they were traveling thru NT) to send me a new bowsprit at the same price i.e. $220 posted (approx $200 off retail) could not have been happier with their customer service. The anchor & bowsprit have been fantastic with both it's holding ability and that it houses correctly each time it's raised.

I ran the new #3 anchor on the original cruise craft fitted roller over the waiting period of the new one arriving and had no end of trouble having it align correctly (housing upside down) - no issues now. A couple of other points to note are that winch came with 110m of 8mm nylon & 8m x 8mm short link chain. Now I know the website states only 90m of rope + chain will fit on the drum etc.. but of course I (as it turned out foolishly) hoped to use the whole 110m which didn't work as the chain kept jamming against the back plate. So I took 10m off (approx 1 layer of rope) and that now gives me 100m of rope on the winch (important as I dive in 35m occasionally). On a couple of occasions it has jammed but I have just run it out a couple of times and she has housed each time. Worth considering this before you think like I did that 110m will fit as it was bit of a bugger doing the splice insitu only to find I had to run it off cut 10m then redo it. The rope was factory spliced with a rubber protective sleeve to the chain so I didn't want to cut that end.  For the infill for the bowsprit I used an old 10mm cutting board (doubled up) which I rasp filed to fill the gap that was to be under the new bowsprit & sealed it with sikaflex. Re the rust the was under the now removed crucifix and old bowsprit I used Ranex to clean that up and it did a good job.

If your wondering what it cost here's the breakdown to help you consider if your contemplating something similar Winch $2249 JPW Marine (rope & chain included) Wiring loom $354 JPW Marine Backing plate $108 JPW Marine (you could use 5mm checker plate to save on this cost) Mick's Winch roller $85 Ebay Sarca anchor #3 $329 Bias Boating Swivel $25 Bias Boating Bowsprit W3-4A $440 Anchorright usually $399 though it could have been worse i.e.$620, thanks anchorright see above) Additional 316 s/s bolts $40 Boating Hardware Cleats x 2 $30 Boating hardware (needed to replace the removed crucifix) Sundries $40 (sikaflex, electrical conduit etc...) Boating hardware / Autopro Fitting $free (Thanks Robbo for the electrical help and the wiring/fittings for freefall) Total $3700

Hi blokes .. currently using a 16lb Danford plus at least 6 metres of heavy chain on my 21ft glass tub . As much as I enjoy a bit of exercise , I'm somewhat over it , especially in a bit of swell ... So has anyone got a cooper anchor and whats your thoughts ?

Looking at the 3.5kg ally one , apparently good for sand and reef . Thanks in advance .

http://cooperanchors.com.au/anchors/

 Hi guys well I just bought a boat with a furuno fcv620 on it and I can't work out the settings? Do these sounders show a nice bottom outline? Any help or screen shots would be great. Otherwise is it worth forking out for something like the simrad nss8

 Hey guys still relatively new to boating, had a search through the forums and couldn't find too much info so apologies if this has been asked before. 

As the winter draws in I'm using the boat less and less and wondering if there's anything I should do to keep my 2 stroke in good condition during long periods of not being used. A lot of the yank sites say you should winterize but seems like they do this for the whole winter, I plan on getting occasional use on a good weekend. Main issues I can think of would be fuel gumming up in lines etc. would just starting her up every 2 weeks be sufficient to keep things from seizing? Motor is a 1997 force 90hp.

Also one other question how long is fuel good for, haven't been able to get out in 6 weeks :-( so would it be alright to run this fuel still? 

Cheers

I am about ready to sell my Quintrex Bay Hunter 4.75 with a 40 Merc, and up trade to a Coraline 555, I was interested to get some feed back on the Coraline. I normally fish out of Cervantes sticking to the inside of the second reef, but would really like to go out further, so I was thinking 80 Yamaha 4-stroke on the back of the Coraline 555 should do it. Just after any comments from fellow fishers, thanks.

 Hi everyone i have a 09 90 yamaha 2 stroke on my fraser for sale engine has done only 63 hrs , comes with digital gauges control box etc still on boat so can test drive upgrading to bigger eng chasing $ 5500 ono

Hi All,

Looking at buying a Northshore boat and was wanting to get peoples opinions and any information on the boats.

Thanks in advance.

 Well, as all of you with boats will know....you're never fully done kitting out your boat, but I'm calling the main part of my boat project complete. Now let the tinkering and refining begin.

I've posted a few pics of the final stages of the rebuild below and some before and after comparisons...check out links to previous posts below for earlier photos.

http://fishwrecked.com/forum/project-boat-4

http://fishwrecked.com/forum/project-boat-update

Took it out today for its maiden voyage. Just a quick squirt on the Swan out of Maylands to see if the thing actually floats and moves. Couldn't have gone better, boat and motor performed flawlessly. Can't wait to open my fish account on it now. Think a bit of squidding in the sound over the winter will be the go while I learn my way around it and do some fine tuning.

Big thanks to all on this forum who provided encouragement and advice.

 Afternoon was hoping to head to Gnarloo. HAve access to a quinnie 475 bayhunter.

Was wondering if his type of boat is suitable/big enough for gnarloo

Cheers

Richo

just looking for an answer. its something iv been wondering for a while. Is someone who doesnt have a skippers ticket allowed to drive a boat if someone else in the boat does?

thanks for all responses.

Decided that enough was enough and went out and purchased a brand spanking new 90hp yamaha 2 stroke, today

I had been looking for a well priced second hand outboard and trying to find something was pretty fucken hard,

very slim pickings.

Anyhow as I was on a budget the choice was either a Tohatsu or a Yamaha, I have had both these engines on previous

boats and been more then happy. Went for a 2 stroke as the engine is going on an old Pacemaker Hull and really did not want

to spend too much on the repower.

Anyhow, purchased from Seaport Marine in Kelmscott and have to say Mike was very informative and straight forward to deal with.

Yamaha finance is what pushed me over the edge along with fixed servicing costs. Put $5k down with just over $5k

over 5 years with a three year warranty made it an eeeeeaaaasy decision.

My current boat may be for sale so if anyone is after a german made Baltic 4.65 open fibreglass dinghy with a 30hp Tohatsu, epirb

and safety gear included let me know. Great fishing boat that is pretty versatile. Tows well, can run around all day at 20knts and only use

half a tank of fuel. If interested PM me.

 Looking at a boat its a 15ft half cab glass fitted with honda 30hp 4 stroke im just wonderig if this is a little under powered or would be able to push it along quite well

Any infomation will be much appreciated.

thanks

HI GUYS LOOKING FOR A SHEET OF 10MM AMD A SHEET OF 5MM MARINE GRADE ALLOY AS MAKING UP A POD FOR MY BOAT THANKS

OR A PRICE ON WHAT IT WORTH AND WHERE BEST TO GET IT THANKS

Looking at buying the nss7 to put on the old mans polycraft any one anyone had experience with these or have suggestions any imput would be appreciated. Cheers Dave

Hey all,

Looking to upgrade boats to a Baron outrider, the boat is powered with a 90 hp

two stroke, is this a suitable engine for this boat or underpowered, the seller is claiming

55kmh. Any help would be appreciated. Boat will be used for fishing with 3-4 people. (2 adults 2 kids)

I am currently considering selling/trading my 5.5m plate ally Raider runabout and buying something with a fibreglass hull, mainly because i'd like something that will give a smoother ride. I've had a look around on the various boat sales websites and there seems to be so much out there that i don't know where to start so I'm hoping some of you fishwrecked members could help me out with some reconmendations on whats good and whats crap. The only criteria I have is:

$35000 to $40000 budget

prefered 4 stroke

5.5m-6.5m length

deck space for up to 4 fisherman

runabout, walkaround or centre console style (i don't really need anything with a cuddy cabin but I may still consider it)

big enough to take about 20 - 25 nm offshore

I want to stay dry when the wind picks up and the ocean gets a bit rough.

I'm really not that fussy, I just want to avoid buying a lemon so any ideas would be much appreciated. cheers

Can anyone give me any advice on what fuel to oil ratio for a 1999 Johnson BJ130PLEED 130hp V4 Outboard Motor, I've been told everything from 1:25 to 1:50.

Boats was bought 2nd hand so I dont have an owners manual, Ive googled it and cant find a definative answer.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. 

Hi All,

I've got a 40HP, 2-stroke, 3-cylinder, manual mix, pull start Merc (Tohatsu under the hood I'm told) on the back of a 5m centre console Brooker. It was fully-serviced less than two months ago and has run beautifully since then ... until last weekend.

I was heading back to Poddyshot ramp in Denmark with the throttle fully open when I ran a tank dry. Haven't had a problem swapping tanks before but this time the engine was fully-cranked.

After swapping, the first or second pull almost turned it over but after that ... nothing. Thought I may have flooded it but took a plug out and am pretty sure it was dry. After driving back to Perth and leaving for day it still won't turn over so I'm assuming I have a fuel problem. The bulb is primed and the tank valve open so is this a carby problem? Have I sucked air into somewhere I shouldn't have? Is it gunk (I did clean the tanks recently)?

I'm keen for any advice on things I can check before spending hundreds more after a recent service.

Cheers!

Hi All,

I am just chasing some advice / thoughts in regards to inflatable boats.

We tow a caravan and also have a large kayak on the roof of the 4x4, so we are looking a the option of an inflatable as we cant take a roof topper tinny... 

We have found a few big ones (up to 4.7m) which roll up into a nice big bag and were wondering how sea-worthy they are and if they are a practical option. Are they a hassle to pump up and is there really a risk of a stray hook sending us buzzing around the ocean as it deflates...

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Cheers,

Scott

 Hey all,

does anyone know where I can buy those plastic spacer plates for an Airmar TM258 transducer to change the angle of the transducer face? Or does anyone have some spare ones they want to sell?

Cheers,

Pete

hey guys after ur thoughts on a lowrance hds10 gen 2 any good? many problems with them? so on any info would be great thanx

I'm just aboutto start refurbing some of the trim on my project boat (side pocket cushions etc) and was hoping to get some vinyl to match my dark blue seats and paint trim. Clarke rubber only have a standard bright blue colour. Anyone know of somewhere that i can but a couple of metres of dark blue marine vinyl in Perth?

 Today my boat decided that it only wants to go forward, plus the prop spins when it's in neutral.  When I put the throttle into reverse, it still just powers up and goes forward.  This problem started after the mate that was at controls turned the ignition off when the throttle was still in the forward position not neutral.  Any ideas please

 Gents,

Considering selling my twin fourstrokes I bought back in 2011, they have only done 130 hours and are in mind condition. I think I over capitalised when I bought them for my tub and am thinking of seperately selling them and upgrading my boat.

Cant seem to find too much on the net in the way of newish second hand motors, I was thinking in the range of 25-28k. I paid 33500 new and they havent done too much work. Is this around the mark that I would get or am I dreaming as they said in the castle!! haha

Cheers,

Hally

http://www.mby.com/spot-the-boat/533919/spot-the-boat http://mby.media.ipcdigital.co.uk/9092/0000019a1/3569/Spot-the-boat-020312.jpg

Hi guys,

I am helping my brother out with his newly acquired boat that has a few issues to sort out.
When he first got it compression was down on cylinder 3 so we tore the powerhead off, reboard the block, and put it all back together with new pistons and rings. Now compression across all cylinders is good.
We went to start it and it will start with a good slash of primer fuel but wont idle correctly. To keep the engine running correctly you need to give it a fair amount of throttle.
I pulled the carbies off, gave them a good clean out and inspection and all looks ok from them so we put them back on with the same issue.
I am starting to get to the point where I am scratching my head so I thought I would put my hand out to the good people of this forum.

The only things I can think which could be causing this issue is:
1. The carbies are still badly out of wack
2. the timing is badly off
3. The reed's might be knackered and need replacing.

Obviously I would prefer it to be something like a timing or carby issue so I don't have to pull the whole engine apart again to get to the reed blocks but I just need to know what is wrong.

The boat is located in Minyama (Sunshine coast).

Thanks Guys, Help!

Gday all,

 Just chasing some recomendations! My Topender has a Muir winch, well windlass, and it is a f#@&*n pain in the arse without any freespool on the drop, I don't know why anyone would fit this but it's there and thats that! I am going to remove it but have grown lazy and would like to replace it with something more usable, I'd like to hear of any smaller boats with winches and where to buy from!

Cheers all and happy fishing!

Hi guys,

As may of you well know, I've been toying with the idea of getting rid of my Caribbean Reef Runner, and changing to a cat....

Question is...

How do the Ocean Whalers compare in the rough chop to a cat?

Would a whaler be a better all round option for up here in Carnarvon, and would it be capable of doing the 55kms roughly out to the islands or would you stick to the cat idea.. I was thinking of cats around 5.2m but the more I read about the whalers, on paper anyhow... they seem to be more than a capable vessel....  Is there enough room on the decks to roll out 2 swags?

 I think it could do the job of the 2 boats I currently have... which means freeing up the room at home... It could do the job for the inshore stuff my 3.8m Whaler cat currently does... plus the offshore stuff.... maybe????

Is the 565 the largest size they make?? (or in equivalent other brands of similar whaler style boat)

Cheers