Recent content by normandawn1

Check out this site. Lots of info.

Video worth a look Installing LFP batteries https://youtu.be/1nHX7F1N2P0

Have same on my boat. It is the Prop singing. Usually only lasts until props are not really clean.

Heaps of bat wings in Aus. Mainly Cray fishing boats, but many recreational boats too. They work fantastically.

Stabilizer from Oz 70k seems a lot. Are they the powered fins (which only work when underway)? A lot of trawlers in Australia fit what are called "bat wings". They consist of a foil or solid 11/2" plate fixed at the waterline on each beam. They can be mechanically raised and lowered and locked...

I replaced my labour intensive wooden cap rail with a recycled plastic one two years ago. Best thing I've done in ages. Take a look https://youtu.be/6dxZTLbZUrs

Cap rail I replaced my cap rail with a composite recycled plastic one two years ago. It has been fantastic. I have a video of the job on YouTube if you're interested.

Had a similar problem on my 20 year old motors. The marinisation was done by Diecon all steel construction and galvanised. Chased the problem for a while and then discovered that the exhaust manifold had corroded into the heat exchanger tank. You can check by taking off your exhaust hose after...

Here is Episode 1 of our trip south early this year. We enjoyed some great cruising. https://youtu.be/5wwMdp6Hnjg

This video on anchoring technique may be interesting especially to nubie boaters. https://youtu.be/oqcGCGqX27I

Had the same problem and the swivel fixed it. Not sure if it is a week link. Has held on for anout 7 years so far and we live aboard and are anchored most of the time.

Hi Benn we are on our way back from Cairns. Anchored in the Burnett off Bundy waiting for some weather to head further south.

Sounds like it has got a few people thinking. I think it's a bit of a minefield, but could work in some cases. We are still enjoying the Aussie coast, but it cold be a plan in the future.:blush:

Yep I forgot we were upside down. It's a wonder the water doesn't drain away..

You're right there. I guess it just freaks me out when i get into an engine room chock full of gear, wondering how the hell I would look after it. As you say everyone has different ideas regarding what they need.