Thought I'd better join, just bought a project

[RodS]

Hi all, new to the forum though I have been reading all the Finn 8 stuff for a while. I am located in Australia. I just bought a Finn 8 and got her home last week. She's a bit of a project so I am hunting for any and all information on her. She's got WA HIN plates on her and a WA skippers permit sticker dated 2013 so must have been over there before finding her way to Victoria. No name, just FINN on the side of the cabin. Anyway, cheers to you all and happy boating.
Rod

 

[Comodave]

Welcome aboard. Congratulations on your new boat.

 

[CharlieO.]

Cool Looking boat, I'd like to see more.

 

[RodS]

 

[RodS]

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This was on the 300km tow home, went well.

 

[Max1]

Welcome to the site.
Congrats on your project.

Been working on mine for 2 years now.
I would work on major projects in the spring then splash for the remainder of the summer. It been an amazing journey. I hope you have similar experiences.

 

[PNW]

That looks super rad! Did you mean Washington State USA is where she came from?? That is so neat, that's where I live cheers!

 

[RodS]

That looks super rad! Did you mean Washington State USA is where she came from?? That is so neat, that's where I live cheers!

Not Washington State, no, Western Australia. That's about 4000km from where I live on the East coast of Australia so the little boat has done some travelling!

 

[PNW]

Not Washington State, no, Western Australia. That's about 4000km from where I live on the East coast of Australia so the little boat has done some travelling!

Oh roger that. Very cool! I love seeing unique boats with character.

 

[Snapdragon III]

That looks like a super cool boat. Congratulations!

 

[Sealife]

Very much like the Sea Piper 35

 

[Sealife]

SeaPiper 37 Compact Trawler

The SeaPiper 37 is a compact trawler designed for versatile cruising in a trailerable package.

www.seapiperboats.com

 

[Landlocked_ND]

Hi all, new to the forum though I have been reading all the Finn 8 stuff for a while. I am located in Australia. I just bought a Finn 8 and got her home last week. She's a bit of a project so I am hunting for any and all information on her. She's got WA HIN plates on her and a WA skippers permit sticker dated 2013 so must have been over there before finding her way to Victoria. No name, just FINN on the side of the cabin. Anyway, cheers to you all and happy boating.
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Hi Rod,
What a cool looking boat! What's it got for an engine?

 

[RodS]

Hi Landlocked, it's got a 30 hp Lombardini LDW 1503 of uncertain status in it right now. The guy who was doing the boat up before I bought it had installed the engine but not hooked anything up, fuel, water, instruments, etc. It is claimed to have been running before it was installed. They originally came out with a BMW engine from what I can gather. Plan for this month is to take the motor and fuel tank out for a thorough clean and inspection. I'll bench test the motor while it's out (if it runs). I'll clean and paint the bilge and replace all the hoses and fittings in there while I am at it. If this motor turns out to be good I've made a good purchase, if not it'll be a real set back so fingers crossed it runs at least!

 

[Delta Riverat]

Wow, they shoehorned that thing in real tight...

All the best!

 

[RodS]

It's gong to be fun trying to get it all tidied up, that's for sure. I also need to try and squeeze a water lock in the exhaust there as well.

 

[fgarriso]

Welcome Aboard !
Have fun.

 

[RodS]

I have started an new thread here Finn 8 Project Boat

for anyone interested in my adventure.
Regards,
Rod

 

[janice142]

I love that your engine is white. Please stick with that.

Short story: I had my Kubota repainted white. While cruising along I noted a minor spot of pink coolant. Had my engine been any other color I doubt I would have seen it. I am a huge advocate for white machinery.

Good luck with your Finn.

 

[RodS]

I love that your engine is white. Please stick with that.

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Short story: I had my Kubota repainted white. While cruising along I noted a minor spot of pink coolant. Had my engine been any other color I doubt I would have seen it. I am a huge advocate for white machinery.

Good luck with your Finn.

Thanks Janice, the engine will be white or the sort of off white grey is it currently. Same like you, I like the lighter colour for spotting leaks. Makes sense. Cheers.