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Are squid jigs pretty much the only way to catch squid here? I've fished here a lot in the past with bait for a few bream etc but not sure how to go about fishing for squid. Suggestions on jigs? And is it just a cast and slow retrieval? Thanks

Best bait = large worms.

I vaguely remember there was either talk of Kurnell being upgraded or it was closed off for a while and there was the thought it was to be upgraded. Maybe I dreamt it though.

I've used Yo Zuri Hybrid with good results but seem to keep heading back to Maxima Perfexion.

You'll find most of those stores starting with K still have Mustad hooks.

Depends on weight and whether it has brakes. I *think* above 750GVM and ANY braked trailer needs a yearly inspection - boat or box trailer. I'm sure someone will know accurate specifics.

Hope you don't mind me asking, but in regards to 'rust' what is considered passable and what isn't? Is all over 'pitting' or light surface rust acceptable and its only structural rust that is a risk of breakage that is an issue? Thanks

What about a coloured light of some kind, or at least slightly coloured? Doesn't a particular colour not effect night vision. Only issue I can see with that is it might be confusing for other water users with nav lights, however a bright headlight should only be used when there is no other traffic (quiet spot late at night).

Really LOL'ed at the Pee Hole. Oops, should add something constructive shouldn't I? I had an outboard that hadn't been run for 12mths at least, hooked up the fuel and she started up first go (gotta love it!) however had the same problem with no water from the pee hole so used a stick to unblock the dirt and stuff from the pee hole and started flowing. Give it a go and give it another minute.

Hey all, Small update if this helps. I'm sure I measure the round axle as 30mm although I thought the smallest was a 39mm round. No markings on it that I can tell. Now, not sure how to explain this, but the axle/spring looks like its one unit, ie, its like a half length spring welded around the axle one end and bolted to the trailer the other end. One hub is marked Carter Wesco 150mm SO. Not sure what the SO stands for. Carter Wesco still exist and I've emailed them, but some of the guys here might be able to shed more light than them if I get a response at all (you know what companies can be like these days). Wheels are 4 stud. Hope some of this helps!

Now, I'm not overly familiar with Botany Bay, but surely rather than hang onto a bouy for 8 hours you could get one guy capable enough to swim to land? Its not like they were 20 miles off shore where they considering they mentioned so much boat traffic? Unless of course they couldn't swim. I'm a bit confused.

Sorry eniax, been busy (hence posting at 12.30am). If you still need it, I'll have another look and see if there is anything relevant that is clear. From what I read when I had a look there isn't much written detail on where, but there are a few pics that might give some idea.

Thanks guys, will check the axle tomorrow.

Hi all, I've got myself a very old Brooker 126 trailer. There are no markings on the 12" wheels that I can see. It has a round axle. I'm wondering if anyone who is cluey on these old Brookers, or might even have a 126 could tell me if they know what wheel type and bearings it uses. I'm assuming its likely to be original. Thanks in advance.

It seems there are several different control boxes, what sort is yours? Single lever, 2 lever or the third which I think has a button of some sort too...... I'll scan a few pages for you.