Dory

Hi, lancer6 pic - Looks like the spot where the cable running to the transducer "used to" emerge from the hull. Ive got the same 3 hole bracket on my boat - you can pic them up from most boating shops.

Johnno, I use plain old waterproofing agent (like you would use when renovating the bathroom or use under wet area tiling), its cheap and had some left over. I paint all surfaces to be sure. Have used this in several boats now and it lasts for years (and probably indefinately as the timber is completely sealed with a good coat. cheers, Darren.

Hey there, I have a 2006 40hp Merc 3cyl (the rebadged tohatsu), From looking on the leg the model # is ME40ELPTO as its the elec start power tilt version. Its the "40 Lightning XR" (sounds impressive eh ?) cheers.

Tom Tom, Just a suggestion, but if you cant get a single icebox off the rack to meet your size requirement (as maybe they are too high in that length ?) then maybe look at two smaller ones side by side. I notice those new "Freedom" boats have this setup.

Spinifex, If you have any mods or attachments to your boat, stainless or otherwise, make sure the joins are coated with a non conductive galvanic corrosion inhibitor. Id say some brand names but not sure if thats allowed just do a web search. cheers.

Mate, It seems to be getting worse everyday. People on the central coast have been buying and installing tanks hand over foot. Its been raining and presumably we are saving Megaliters per day with usage of all this tank water, the council is dropping ground water bores everwhere to supplement the supply, they are raising the prices for water (hopefully for the infrastructure investment) - yet reports are that the dam capacity is still dropping every week ?? Work that out. Soon we reach the 10-12% capacity mark where level 5 restrictions may be introduced. God knows what then.... we start re-using bath water to keep clean Might finally have a real excuse to keep smelly.

Hey LocoDave, If your on the (NSW) lower Central coast then you cant flush, level 4 water restrictions I think Swansea and northwards is OK though (different water supply). Im around Woy Woy so I installed 2 small 500L tanks that keep me in just enough water to clean boat and car. You'll probably have to resort to the garbage bin left out in the rain unless you want to install some tanks.

From my limitted understanding, each time you polish bare alum you remove the small layer of oxide thats built up. This oxide apparently does provide some limitted protection to the metal so I dont think its a good idea to do this regularly. I keep mine nice and dirty

Doesnt this type of thing just drive you nuts ???!!?? Theres a few of this type up Brisbane Water way also who feel the necessity to cruise past within 10m when your fishing a nice quiet spot out of the way. Makes me want to scream and yell.... but then i try rationalise and remember that we cant stop idiots getting car licenses either.

LocoDave, If in Gosford area try HiTorque Marine at West Gosford, I take my 40HP Merc 2 str there and customer service and work is exceptional.

Methodman, I remember it was a "Clymer" workshop manual and i ordered it online. My memory is fading and I cant remember the exact site, but you can get them from places like www.marque.com.au and I think pitstop.net.au online. just do a google search and you'll get several distributors. I think the prices may be up around the $70 mark now, but still good value if you intend to do your own servicing.

Gday, I had a 98 25hp 4 stroke Merc that I did my own services on - if you are a bit handy with mechanicals you should be fine. I outlayed the $40 on a workshop manual and it basically paid for itself after the first use. Changing the oil(s) was pretty simple. The gearbox lube comes in a tube - and you remove the screws and 'sqeeze' it in... Most challenging was the first time I did the impeller change. Had to drop off the gearbox and disconnect linkages etc which was a bit difficult single handed. Changing corrosion control anodes was pretty easy on this engine also. Anyway, Im sure theres plenty on this site would could advise you if you got stuck. Im an IT geek and if I can fumble my way through it then most wouldnt have any issues Good luck

Hi, Had exactly the same issue as pirate pete with my previous merc. Replaced both and that fixed it up.

Hey Dezmo, Thanks mate. Yeah I think its the best thing since sliced bread. Ive only had it around 6 weeks and busy fitting it out. Its around 750mm from chine to top of sides, and the floor comes another approx 100mm lower so you feel pretty safe in it when it gets messy. It will fish all the conditions that I want to fish in anyway. I havent seen the 520 Dory but it must be like fishing from a football field.

Thanks Sqizzytaylor. Yeah, I think I'll go for the solid legs also. Will buy/fit it this weekend hopefully. Had some 38 deg C days on the central coast last few weeks so I think its gunna be needed this summer (even if it does get in the way occassionally). cheers, Darren.

Heres the interior of my 460 Dory so far. Have recently added a Eagle 480 sounder also.

Hi, Im thinking of getting one of the Oceansouth Biminis (the big one) that BIAS sell for $349 for my 4.6m tinnie.Could someone who has purchased one let me know if they were reasonably happy with the quality. Cheers.

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