the pressure arm on the maxwell freeedome 500M needs replacing, (rope was slipping) but even after removing the top centre bolt, I'm struggling to remove the chain wheel assembly.  any ideas?  

happy to for referrals to people/businesses who can help, mobile would be great

thanks

 So I have found a dory WB just wondering what year it is, last 4 digits on hin are c101, which I'm thinking march 2001, but not sure, the engine and trailer are 08, so maybe 2010?

im hoping 2010 obviously 

cheers

I had an opportunity to do some prop testing on the new motor for my boat on the weekend and keen to get some expert advice from the knowledgeable folk on here.
I figured before the trial that the standard 3 blade 14 inch pitch I picked up was going to be the one after some initial tests in the Cairns inlet of three other props.

I took those with me to test as well. The testing was done at altitude and fresh water in Tinaroo dam so the numbers are skewed to what I will normally be doing. The good news is I do have some information from the salt water tests to do a bit of a comparison.

My thoughts are the 3 blade 14 inch is still the pick but keen to see what others think, especially since I didn't achieve the recommended WOT range (5500 to 6000 and I got 5350). Considering the salt water data showed a massive increase of at least 300 rpm in the other props I figured I would be fine going with the 14 X 3 blade as it will come up within range. The fresh water tests were done with a relatively full tank and two adults on board. I would say the load was on the light side with no esky, ice or fish on board. Having said that, WOT testing in the salt with the 13 X 3 showed no decline in WOT RPM between light and heavy loads.

The final prop is to be stainless too and I've heard the rpm might pick up a bit more due to the thinner blades?

Anyway some observations not shown in the pictures are that the 4 blade props do plane the boat faster and allow slower planing but in the fresh, not by much. I figure since my rev range/speed will be around the 4000 to 4500 mark and 20 knots, this was the sweet spot for the 14 X 3 although it was almost the pick all the way through. I also figured that in the salt when it gets another 300 rpm plus it will outperform the others in the higher range as well being able to generate more power?
This boat rides so well and planes easy enough I figured the few times I would need to plane slower would not outweigh the extra speed/economy the 3 blade offers in my cruising range. Hole shot is not an issue.

I still plan to do a final run in the salt to confirm but keen to get peoples thoughts on the attached information and what the stainless version might do in comparison to the alloy.
Props tested were all Alloy, the 4 blades were the spitfires. Boat is a modified Hartley Scamp design around 16 feet long, weight unknown.

 Found an old set of omc keys with a yellow float and battery isolator switch

On prince regent dve heathridge Found them Monday 17th

 Hi lads 

have found 2007 519 sea runner in trailer with a 90 merc with 350 hours, for 15k neg!!

The only catch is, is that it has been split and repaired!

He reakons that it doesn't take any water, but the repair job doesn't look all that flash, do u think it's just to much trouble? He said it is insured for market value of 30k so would be good if was gonna split again! 

Is a place were u can check for boat write offs?

or anyone know how much it would cost to reweld?

cheers in advance 

Should have posted this in here rather than general fishing.

Interested in everyone's opinions on getting my 6hp tohatsu serviced for the 3 month service.

I am leaning toward getting a home/mobile mechanic to do it as although there is a greater deal of security using one of the bigger boat stores (you would hope) I know that my little motor is going to be given to the apprentice to work on and would rather have it looked/worked on by someone with experience. Some may scoff at why I am so concerned about my little 6hp but it's my pride and joy as part of my first little river setup for me and my 4y old plus it still cost me $1700.

Has anyone used a good home/mobile mechanic NOR that I can contact and let me know where they are or would others suggest sticking to the boat store?

Cheers

JF

 Hi guys 

I am wanting to sell my tinne as it's a bit older and to much going on in it (steering and throttle cables, windscreen Bimini etc.... 

So was gonna get a quintrex dory 420 wide body, as they are a great sized boat, able to hit the ocean in with the high sides, but they are just hard to come by.

so was wondering if any of you knew of another make/model boat that is simlialar or better than the dory!

Cheers in advance

Hi all,
What does everyone use to protect the nice shiny fibreglass from hand pulling craypots up and over the side?? Have seen a few people use a piece of carpet hanging over the side?

Just wondering how you guys keep your electrics/switches/wiring from corroding... and where you source parts

i keep going through marine grade switches and connectors etc failing all the time...

help appreciated...

these guys didnt look where they were going, and had already turned around when I took this pic.

It looks alot further away than it was

They didnt see the ship until the horn was blown and boy did they move pretty fast when they looked around the sail.

Ship still doing about 6 knots or so

Put a conrod thru bottom of engine the other day which was slightly disappointing to say the least.

Anyone know of a good dealer/trader where i can a replacement powerhead?

Its a F225hp 2004 four stroke.

Cheers for your help in advance.

 hi guys

have had this feeling for a while that there may have been water in the bottom of my hull, as they are supposedly a sealed hull this shouldn't be the case. 

Bit the bullet yesterday after a trip out and Went and bought a bung to install in the transom. 

I drilled a pilot hole through the bottom of the transom and sure enough water started coming out, and it came and it came and it came. 

I stuck a bucket under it to gauge the amount of water that was in there and to my horror about 100L was in there.

im guessing the leak is through where the scuppers are installed and it may be a really slow leak that has just accumulated over the 3 years I have had the boat.

Anyway to all other ocean whaler owners it may worth installing a bung just to be sure.

This is one high performance Evinrude..............Ha Ha

http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/east-fremantle/boat-accessories-parts/25hp-evinrude-outboard-electric-start-/1061799306

Hello all!

I'm seriously considering doing a home build of a 18ft centre console boat.  The plan would be to assemble the boat from a flat pack kit, which is of course based on a proven design with the required engineering specifications.  This will be a one off for personal use, and more so for the satisfaction of building it myself.

As I've not attempted something this stupid(!) before, I'd like to know if there are any snags involved in applying for a HIN number, and whether there are any other regulations to comply with.

Any advice will be appreciated.

Marius

 I fitted my new 4 blade Merc spitfire props today. Laid on the swim platform, raised the legs and did the spannering.

It was blowing pretty good and too choppy to do any serious testing so will have to wait for another day!

The suspense is killing me! ha ha.

I wanted to improve my live bait set up, which until now has been a 60 l solo bin on the back deck with an externally mounted bilge pump.  Came across a combo bait tank / table on line and found someone locally to make one up (that person can identify themselves if they wish or remain anonymous ).  And it's progressing nicely!

In the meantime I am installing a stainless steel skin fitting, stopcock and bait tank pump under the tiller flat.  This will also provide a pick up for the deck wash.

Will post more pics as it progresses.

 Whats my Yamaha F200 4 stroke Roughly Worth ? 2009 model with 127 hrs, very clean, looking at trading it on a new F250 4 stroke.

  Cheers

Hi,

I have an issue with a verado. It wont start....or to be more precise it wont start using one of the two batteries.
Both batteries measure the same voltage, however they are quite likely holding a different charge and have slightly different capacity due to battery age/wear etc.
The battery voltage measures 12.7V.

The voltage at the starter inside the motor (with cowling removed) measures 12.7V.
There is a second supply going to the motor (maybe 1 or 1.5mm cable), this also measure 12.7 volts when I disconnect them within the motor (I have to disconnect to get the meter on them).
However, the smart gauge only reads 12.1V.

When the motor is cranked, it makes a bad clicking noise (repeatedly) like a starter gear being thrown, however it doesn't turn over. it will start off the 2nd battery no problems, but the smart gauge still only reads 12.1V.
I suspect it may be that the with the lower voltage being read at the smart gauge, and then a further volt drop with electrical load applied, it may be stopping the motor from attempting to start.

Does anyone have experience with this or know why the smart craft would read significantly less than the starter battery?
Any other reason why it would do what it is doing?

Thanks

 I have a 25 foot ali with a 280hp inboard with a vovlo penta 230leg thats been giving me the royal sh*ts for the past few years, and just recently the shaft has slipped in the gear box and will only go forward....the hull is sound. Thequestion ihave is has any1 converted to an outboard? Whats ppls recommend outboard hp is should be looking at for a 25foot ali, , should I go for a pod?? What would the cost for a pod be???? Or is there other options I sould consider!!! the minister of finance has given me the go ahead to get it fixed....think she is sick of me sitting around the house........thanks

Hi guys,

I have a Lowrance HDS5x Gen 1 that's in desparate need of a software upgrade to 4.1.

I run it next to a navman chartplotter and it's been doing a good job at low speeds, however I lose bottom as soon as I'm up over 10 knots. It's next to useless for finding ground whilst on the plane. I've moved tranducer around a bit and tried a range of settings, however I think it needs the software update. From the research I've done the software update apparently makes quite a large difference to bottom hold.

It's a good little sounder and I can't justify buying a new one at this point (wedding, house, etc etc.).

As it doesn't have an SD card slot, I need to network it with another HDS unit with an SD slot to transfer the software.

Does anybody in the Bicton, attadale, East Freo area have a HDS unit and wouldn't mind helping me out? I have a networking cord, the software on an SD card and can bring my sounder around with its power cord and a 12v battery to run it whilst doing the upgrade.

6 pack of boags premium or a feed of squid in it for you, your choice.

Thanks guys, appreciate any help!

Cheers,

Nick

Hello Fishwrecked'ers

I recently re-powered my Seafarer Victory 6.0 with a new Yamaha F-175 and I'm trying to fine tune the handling and prop selection to compensate for the extra transom weight, Previously it had the original Evinrude Ocean Pro 150 2 stroke. 

I keep hearing that if new 4 strokes arent' propped to be able to reach their max rpms ~6000, it can effect the engines life annd cause damage. . .

The engine currently reaches 5700 rpm, is this good enough? or do I need to go down in Pitch?

Thanks! 

 Hi,

looking to convert my pacemaker trendsetter runaboat to a half cabin, wondering if it as simple as

removing the runaboat top and fitting a half cabin top, re-arranging steering electrics etc ?

Also anyone have a half cab top available, condition no big issue as can repair if need be.

any help appreciated.

 hi I'm currently running a single 300 and I'm thinking of going to twin 200's. Both four strokes and on a 26 proline We are doing massive miles and normally have 4 people on board plus all the gear.

I dunno weather I'm gonna gain or loose. Can anyone shed some light on the pro's and cons on these set ups?

Thank you

Hello boaties of fishwrecked,

I am looking at buying my first tinnie in the not to distant future, and was wondering what the life span of a well serviced 40hp Honda 4 stroke would be? The boat I have my eye on has a 2002 model fitted to it and has 520 hours on it. Full service records are available for it.

I know industrial and farm machinery can go thousands of hours and be fine and am wondering if that's the case with boat engines? 

Any info would be great.

Cheers.

 have a problem with my boat trailer brakes. Every time I put my foot on the brake pedal the left hand rear caliber locks ups and won't unlock without persuasion. 

So I can't move the boat without leaving everything disconnected. I would say caliper needs to come off and over hauled. Pain in the butt.

Anyone know of a mechanic who could help would be great.

Cheers

Craig

 Gday Fishwreckers,

Im looking for a good trustworthy mechanic who can come out to the Woodman's boat shed to do annual servicing and various bits on my 4.9 meter Ali Seaquest. Im just so sick of having to rely on mechanics who would rather be working on ocean liners than taking care of the little recreational fisho's boats. This disregard by the bigger guys has led to some pretty dangerous situations out on the water and Ive just had enough of details being overlooked just because I have a small boat and not a million dollars....Anyway, any recommendations of some good guys who are interested in helping the owners of smaller boats would be great.

Cheers...

 Hi Guys

I'm looking for someone who can make a foam sandwiched carbon fibre panel. Needs to be 6mm thick, 500mm wide by 300mm high. Needs to have a hole cut in the centre to mount a GPS to be fitted to a flat dash. I will fit myself. Prefer the edges to be bull nosed.

I have googled everything I can think of and I can't find anything in Perth. I did find someone called Carbon Weasel in UK and I have sent them the details looking for a price delivered to Perth.

Is anyone aware of any carbon fibre fabricators in Perth or Australia that might be able to do this ?

cheers

At idle there are bubbles coming out from behind the prop in between the prop and housing it has just had the prop shaft seal replaced and has been pressure tested but first trip out i have noticed these bubbles im guessing exhaust has anyone heard of this problem and what causes it

 i just fitted my lockable fuel cap that i got the other day to stop fuel thieves,sometimes it pays to look on line,could not find any lockable fuelcaps in australia,tried every where,even local boat shops,like to keep everything local,but couldnt do it,even cheaper in america for  5 dollars more inluding postage,hope our sponsors take note

Just Wondering if anyone has any experience with the Raymarine EV-100 Power Autopilot system?