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new prop needed
Submitted by naydog36 on Mon, 2012-08-06 21:45hi guys i have an old school evinrude 6 hp that runs a treat but is in need of a new prop. can anyone tell me of a good place to get a new one. any idea of price. cheers
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hydrofoil?
Submitted by MetroMako on Mon, 2012-08-06 17:37gday i am wondering whether or not to put a hydrofoil on my boat.
have heard good things and bad things.
GOOD THINGS: fuel consumption up on the plane a bit better and levels out quicker.?
BADTHINGS:not as stable when anchored or just sitting there.?
is any of this true?.
cheers
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Hydrofoil stabilizer
Submitted by topwell on Mon, 2012-08-06 10:53can anybody offer any advice on a hydrofoil stabilizer for volvo stern drive duoprop i have seen plenty on internet but cant get any info on whether or not they fit stern drive.
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Bringing a boat over from Adelaide to Perth
Submitted by merdel12 on Thu, 2012-08-02 15:19interested to know if anyone has ever bought a boat over from another state?
and what would the costs be (6m boat)
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Ebook maintence manual DF90,100,115 and 140
Submitted by Magneto on Wed, 2012-08-01 17:09Hi have a copy of the said manual, to big for email PM me if wanting D/L link
Cheers
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Tilt up or tilt down when not in use?
Submitted by Browny on Wed, 2012-08-01 12:56Just querying if there is a general trend for people to leave their motors fully tilted up or tilted down when sitting in the driveway waiting for the next use.
Is either of the above good/bad for the hydraulics??
Cheers,
Browny.
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Drift set up.
Submitted by Gav475 on Mon, 2012-07-30 11:39Am planning my next trip to Exmouth with the boat. Last year was the first trip up there with the boat and I was struggling with the sea anchor set up. Because of the tides the boat drifts toward the anchor rather than away from it as it does in Perth local waters. Is it worth using it at all! What is the preferred set up for tidal areas, or is it just a case of fishing the slack water on the drift either side of the tide change and anchoring the rest of the time, bearing in mind that the boat is only a 4.75 Quintrex.
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Navionics problem
Submitted by katsy85 on Sun, 2012-07-29 18:40I have a navionics SD card, but my plotter takes CF ( or is it CR, I can't remember) I have tried a SD to CF adaptor but it doesn't work, Has anyone tried this before, the unit is a raymarine A65
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Installed Dinghy Floor
Submitted by Bruce on Sat, 2012-07-28 12:06Hey guys,
thought I'd put up a couple of pictures of how I have put in a cheap and effective flooring in my tinny.
Firstly, went to Bunnings and bought some light weight metal bars that drill into the ribs which act as support for the Marine Ply. Also got some 9mm AA Marine Grade Ply which was cut down to size through a bit of trial and error until it slotted in nicely. Couple of galvanised screws and it's done.
Off to BCF and grabbed some blue carpet. Drilled in 2 screws into the ply to hold it in place while I cut it to size. It really is as easy as that! A couple of extra bits like cleats, rod holders and cup holders and it's all good.
All up, about 3 hours work, and you have yourself a sturdy deck, which is light weight and strong without adding too much weight to the dinghy, and not costing too much either.
(Some pics from before, during and after)
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Outboard flushing time?
Submitted by r.gates on Wed, 2012-07-25 21:44Hi all
Just come back from Darwin and after we came back from a fishing trip, the brother-in-law (or his nephew, depending on who's boat we fished from) would flush their outboards for at least 15 mins...sometimes longer. When I flush mine, it's for approx. 5 mins and when I asked them about why they flush theirs for so long, they told me that it takes that long to get all the salt out.
With that in mind, I was wondering how long you guys flush your outboards for? Am I short changing myself and doing damage if I only flush for 5 mins or is 15 mins just overkill??
regards
rusty...
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Westerberg
Submitted by Magic on Tue, 2012-07-24 15:55I'm toying with the idea of selling my current boat which is a 2006 Trailcraft Profish 475 with a 60hp four stroke Yammie to purchase an ali around the 6 meter mark.
One of the boats on the short list is Westerberg’s 6.1m “Eclipse”.
The question is does anyone own one or been a regular user/passenger of this model Westerberg. Are they a good rig, what is the ride like and how do they handle both underway and at rest. Any additional info on build quality overall finish etc would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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Need some boat seats made.
Submitted by Nath86 on Sun, 2012-07-22 14:31Hi all, I'm chasing someone that makes boat seats as mine have seen better days.
I assume all it is is some marine ply, foam and then the material to cover it.
Does anyone know of or can reccommend anyone that would do this, I'm chasing 4 to be made.
I'm in Karratha but willing to get from Perth and get them sent up if needed.
Cheers Nath
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gps/sounder.
Submitted by jimmy81 on Sun, 2012-07-22 09:56Hi all, im just about to buy a new GPS, im looking at the new FURUNO navnet 3D with the 12 inch screen, does any one have one or know how they go, or any other recomendations?
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Bunks
Submitted by Fossil on Sat, 2012-07-21 07:26What's the best timber to make a set of bunks from? I've got possibly the worst designed tinny trailer on the planet & loading single handed is a nightmare. The metal fab side of rebuilding the trailer is easy for me but I don't know jack about timber & I don't want to fork out for a set of ready made bunks, it's not worth the expense just for a tinny.
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spring replacement
Submitted by catchalittle on Thu, 2012-07-19 10:10Need to see about getting the springs replaced on the boat trailer and wireing re done anyone got a name and number for anyone that does it south side of Perth
Cheers
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Two stroke oil
Submitted by Cortez474 on Wed, 2012-07-18 20:26The missus went to Perth recently and I asked her to get some two stroke oil for me boat........she came back with quality stuff except it doesnt say anything about using it for an outboard.....says its for brush cutters,chainsaws, go karts,jet skies etc etc..... Will it go alright in me outboard or nay??.....says its for water or air cooled motors....
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Cockburn Sound this Saturday
Submitted by joycey on Tue, 2012-07-17 20:09Hi guys,
I am a new boat owner ( 5.3m boat ) and planning to head out in Cockburn Sound this Saturday for the first time after some squid.
I'd be grateful for your opinions on whether the forecast conditions look good, they seem ok to me.
I notice there is a reasonable swell but I presume this is not so much an issue within the Sound.
Any tips on how and where to go squidding much appreciated!
Cheers.
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Ezi guide rollers
Submitted by Scaly Man Fish on Tue, 2012-07-17 16:54Anyone out there han any experience with these Ezi Guide rollers that are spring loaded that help you get the boat lined up putting it back on the trailer.
I have a 4.5m ali that Im wanting to make it easier when getting in and out of the water when going solo.
Would appreciate any comment before investing $ 140.00 and they dont work.
cheers
coley
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Alternator - All Sorted
Submitted by doublej on Sun, 2012-07-15 16:16Hi all
I went to change out my alternator yesterday and i didn't unhook the batteries.
I arced one wire on the alternator case. A little spark but that was about it.
When I had finished and went to start the motor I had no ignition , completly dead.
All my radio's, trim, lights, bildge pumps & everything else works.
Just nothing when I turn the key.
I have checked all the engine fuses and all seem to be good.
Any idea's on what damage I might have done and how to rectify.
Engine is a 4.3ltr V6 mercruiser 2010 model.
All help appriciated
Cheers
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Navionics 32XG Gold
Submitted by rchtan on Sun, 2012-07-15 08:46Hi
Got a friend who trying to sell his Navionics Gold Australia Map V1.19. Can anyone confirm what is the current version and is it worth paying addition $100++ to get the latest version as compared to V1.19?
Thanks
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volvo penta
Submitted by topwell on Fri, 2012-07-13 18:43Does anybody out there know if there are any fuel strainers on a volvo penta 6 cylinder 200 hp engine apart from the 2 fuel filters.
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beach launch trailer set-up. Cashy??
Submitted by AaronC on Thu, 2012-07-12 08:13Hi guys,
Was in a boat yard the other day and saw this awesome beach launch setup.
Wanting to know if anyone has had something like this made up before or if they could make one for me for some beer and cash.
My trailer isnt as straight from the hitch but thought if a telescopic style might work??
its for a 5.5m ali on a trailt trailer dual axle. if someone else has a good set-up could they post a pic to give me some ideas.
Cheers
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transducer upgrade advice
Submitted by shortfuse on Tue, 2012-07-10 15:08Hi to all, first post on a forum so hopefully I will get it right. Have been reading comments here for a while now and seems to be plenty of people around with some good advise to share, so I will shoot off my first question and look forward to some good feedback.
I am looking at uprading my 600W transom mount transducer on our Furuno sounder, was considering a 1KW shoot through but after contacting the boat manufacturer they advised I best go with a through hull type. I have been to Taylors and they suggested a low profile 1KW bronze through hull 200/50 KHz. After receiving more info from the guys at Cruisecraft I found out that there is also a 200kHz only version in the same housing which is available in a narrow beam 6 degree or a wide beam format.
Being as I fish mainly in the 40-100m range targeting bottom dwellers what would you choose?
Thanks Michael
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Rego Fees
Submitted by Fossil on Tue, 2012-07-10 06:13This is going to seem like a stupid question but how much (roughly) does it cost to register a 12-14ft tinny with a 6hp motor on it for a year & what's boat trailer rego worth as well? Please don't link me to the PDF on the department of transport site, my computer has a fit when I try to open a PDF so I've got to ask you guys instead. Looking at buying a tinny this week but want to make sure that the rego etc isn't some ridiculous amount first, thanks.
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Night Boating Advice
Submitted by spook on Mon, 2012-07-09 19:54So I've been out a few times for a fish at night, I always drive slow and keep a watch out but I was
wondering if anyone had any stories/tips for the novices on here. I know there would be some
sea dogs on here that have a lot of experience at night and without relying on the gps
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Motor for the new old tub
Submitted by Doooma on Mon, 2012-07-09 08:54Right, picked up the old 21ft Fraser 1986.... And now have a choice between 2 motors...
225 merc optimax 1999 model
Or
175 merc black max 1997 model...
I was going the opti BUT apparently the ones from this around 1999 are ticking time bombs..
Any help appreciated but I'll need a few quick replies as I'll pick 1 by tomorrow and go pay for it!!!!
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Carnarvon Boat Storage ?
Submitted by nev on Sat, 2012-07-07 20:36Anyone know of short time boat storage in Carnarvon? Cheers nev
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Outboard Jacking Plates
Submitted by Doooma on Wed, 2012-07-04 09:12Guys, as many will know Im chasing an outboard for my new project being a 21 foot fraser...
Transom is suited to 20inch outboards... BUT 99% of the outboards Im interested in are bloody 25inch..
Has anyone had any experience in jacking plates that claim you can then put a 25" outboard on a 20" transom?
The one Im looking at claims to be rated up to 300hp outboards... Thats a LOT of weight...
I only want to mount between 150hp -200hp max..
Do you think I'll be ok with a jacking plate?
I'd hate to be 30 mile off the coast and have to make Carnarvonite put down his stubbie and come rescue my ass because my outboard is the start of a new artificial reef!!!!!
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Dual Batteries setup with standard off/1/2/both type switch and VSR
Submitted by rchtan on Tue, 2012-07-03 09:41Hi
I been reading a lot on dual batteries setup and would really appreciate if someone could comment/ point out where i could go wrong with the attached plan.
Thanks
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Verado 250hp with 1000hours
Submitted by dirtball on Sun, 2012-07-01 17:52Hello, does anyone have advice or experience on a mercury verso 2008ish with 1000hours.
Servicing, bits that go wrong need replacing.
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