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    Bertram 25

    in Boating

    Posted

    Interesting problem......I like the idea of a high pressure cleaner, especially as you can't remove the tank. Can you get a nozzle from a gurnie type cleaner in to it ? Or make a extention piece to fit a high pressure cleaner that can get into there ??

    Geoff

    Build Your Own Trailer

    in Boating

    Posted

    Davo

    You should have a great time at the course....And get your trailer finished as well....

    I have MIG, Stick and Oxy, and MIG is great ! (Fast, easy & good welds) I have built a trailer and if you take your time, plan well it should be great.. I'm up the top end of the coast, so if you have any Q's...just ask..

    Geoff

    Bertram 25

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi

    We used to get rid of water by adding anhydrous ethanol (Methylated spirits) which mix with both water and petrol. I don't know about your tank, but up to 100 litres each we used to add a hand full of ball bearings and shake....clean as...I don't know if your tank is removable....... If your tank is heavy ask a few mates to help...

    Great job on the restoration !

    Cheers

    Geoff

    Official Report From Forster

    in Social Events

    Posted

    Fantastic effort by Donna, Stewy and Roberta for the Forster Blackie Social....we had a great time...and Pete, your weed was superb...This social was the first time I have targeted blackies and actually caught them !!! Brilliant weekend....thanks guys....can't wait for next year !!

    Geoff & Sandy

    Forster Blackfish Social Update

    in Social Events

    Posted

    Hi Everyone...

    What a fantastic weekend we had at Forster...Many thanks to Roberta and the Swordies for organizing such a great event and the weather...you could'nt ask for better...Mallacoota Pete's weed was Very Good and appreciated by us and the blackies !!

    Special thanks to John and Ray for a great day out yesterday in the boat....fantastic time chasing blackies.....

    It was also good to catch up with other Raiders (and new Raiders)..These socials just get better and better !!!!

    Cheers

    Geoff

    Sounder Reviews

    in Boating

    Posted

    Roberta: How long ago did you buy that Cuda, and how much was it....looks a small neat waterproof unit...I don't want to pay the earth for features I don't need..

    Thanks

    Geoff

    Blackfish Social In Forster

    in Social Events

    Posted

    Hi Roberta...

    After that fantastic Entrance Social, how could anyone say no to another event ? I have emailed the park for accomodation (if there is any left) and if so then count myself and Mrs gyropilot IN....sounds great !!! That was the 2nd and 3rd June wasn't it ?? (First weekend)...

    Cheers

    Geoff

    Which Sp Is Working For You

    in Saltwater Fishing Chat

    Posted

    For the past few days (5) I have been trying various SP's and a few HB's in Lake Macquarie and Tuggerah Lake.(Land based). HB's didn't do well, not even SX40's, grubs no good but squidgie shad 3" were chewed, bitten, swallowed, spat, but I just couldn't land a legal sized bream or flathead on one ! Ugh. Then again no one near got anything on bait either...fussy fish ?? Lots of bait fish and undersize but nothing legal...ugh.

    Cheers

    Geoff

    Novice Boater Needs Advice

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi

    Just remember that it is better to be SAFE in smoother water wondering what the fishing is like outside, rather than BE outside wondering how you are going to get back in alive! Play it safe, you can also take an experienced person with you, if you need a confidence booster...

    Geoff

    Seabed Maps

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Hi guys,

    Yes those maps do exist, but are not available to us mere mortals, even though I was one of the many contributors years ago. (I have more than 500 dives in the harbour). I don't even have a complete harbour map ! Was there a specific area, or something that you just want to know ? I mainly focussed east of Rose Bay to South head, and a few on the North side....to just outside and around South Head (the Colours). It's really amazing what you find on the bottom of the Harbour....

    Geoff

    Noosa River

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Hi

    I have fished there before. My brother lives up there (commercial fisho - still holds many QLD records). I would try near Indian Head, use heavy gear or risk busts....I got a 25 lb jewie on hand line !! It was the smallest fish of the evening.

    Good Luck up there..

    Geoff

    Norah Head

    in Central Coast

    Posted

    Location: Cabbage Tree Bay (Norah Head) at the end of Bald St (Trailer parking next to Norah Head Search & Rescue)

    Condition of Ramp/Access: Good Condition, 2 lanes, I suggest NEVER launch/retrieve at low tide as even 4x4 have been bogged in the sand at the end of the ramp with a heavy boat. Good spot for launch/recovery in heavy Southerly as it is sheltered.

    Parking/Facilities: Car/trailer parking up the hill (be fit) at the top of Bald St. Toilets, a seat, great area for the kids (Rock pool for the littlies to swim in).

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    Battery Problem

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi,

    A 240VAC power point is a good source of power, did you want to charge batteries from something else ? If you want to charge 12V from 24V then you don't need the Arlec, just a regulator will do (cheaper)..

    Let me know what you need..

    Cheers

    Geoff

    Battery Problem

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi

    I tried that...no good because of the size.....

    Attach to a PM was the probable answer...

    Or attach to an email... working on that...

    Fingers crossed..

    Geoff

    Battery Problem

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi

    Rodf and chainsaw, I have sent the circuits and some text (explains why General Electric designed it) to you...Hope you get it OK...I'm a bit to this site...there should be 2 pix...one in more detail of the cct and one with cct and text...

    If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.. I have built 2 of these and they work great...hope you have sucess too, and no flat batteries....if it were me, I would parallel the caravan and boat batteries, connect this device and just leave it...no worries..that's what its designed for !

    Geoff

    Battery Problem

    in Boating

    Posted

    Hi Guys,

    If anyone is interested, I have a circut I built into an Arlec 4 amp charger I got from Supercheap Auto. It was designed by GE and you connect it to a battery turn it on, and you can leave it on indefinitely ! (Even years!) The battery will be charged for when you need it. I think originally for snowmobiles etc where they are left for long periods when not in use. It was cheap to make (I think about $30 plus the charger) and I use it on motorcycle and boat batteries...if anyone wants it I'll send the circuit...

    Cheers

    Geoff

    The Entrance 28-29 April 2007

    in Social Events

    Posted

    Hi Guys,

    Sounds like a great social, I get a chance to meet more 'raiders, pick up some fishy tips, its only down the road (comparativly speaking) I read someone mentioned the BBQ word - how could anyone say no ? Sounds like THE EVENT of the year !! (It would only be me though as Mrs Gyropilot is taking care of family commitments).

    I'm not sure about that handicap system for locals though (LOL)......as mentioned...fishing left handed, stubby in right hand balancing on windsurfer - today only a small amount of very small bream... had to throw them all back...way too small...I think I need more practice.....

    Cheers

    Geoff

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