Byron Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 G'day all, Just wanted to share my excitement at having just placed a deposit on a nearly new Polycraft, to be picked up in Noosa in 3 weeks. As many of you will be aware, I had previously been considering a new boat, to be sourced through Eric at Yabbie Marine Taren Point. On a whim I decided to trawl the websites for something suitable second hand, and came across the Poly. Could not believe my luck!! Anyway, I would like to thank a few people that have provided advice and guidance over the last months and been extremely helpful in working through the myriad of questions I have had. Those people are listed below and to all of you, the efforts are greatly appreciated: Dave Welfare, Stevo, Mick Collins, LeeLee, Wakd and lastly Ken A who took time out on Sunday to check the boat out for me and provide comfort that it was indeed a good buy. You guys are great and I hope to have the opportunity to get you out on the new unit soon. Cheers, Byron P.S. Big wrap for Eric at Yabbie Marine. He actually knows what great customer service is all about!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jocool Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Congrats Byron! :thumbsup: Iv'e never had you on my boat mate...But I sure as hell am going to try and get on yours! :grogon: :naughty: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snag Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Congrats Byron :thumbsup: well done mate. Ill look forward to seeing you out on the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Boppa Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Well done Byron :beer: :beer: Boppa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEELEE Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Well done Byron. If you were actually after a poly you culd have ordered one through tupperware Nah seriously they are a tough boat and you will be very happy you bought one. I am a big fan of the poly's, especially black poly's. They look great What colour is it????? You have done really well. Cheers Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hookem_Herby Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Well done Byron. No doubt you'll love having a boat, I know I do. :happy: See you back in Banana bender country soon mate. :beer: Herby :boat1: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byron Posted October 18, 2004 Author Share Posted October 18, 2004 Thanks all!! I am pretty stoked and enjoying a few celebratory ales right now. On the invite front, as far as I am concerned I will now be making redemption for all the awesome hospitality of many of our members in taking me out. My "Boat Bitch" days are numbered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEELEE Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 I know the feeling Byron. "Boat bitch" or "anchor bitch" or "burley Bitch". Looks like you can get your own "boat bitch" now though Cheers Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patl Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 good boat, my brother in law has got one and I thought it was great last time he was down this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakd Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Congrats Byron - get ready for the Tupperware jokes :ohyeh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bashir Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Come on my boat and you get to be windscreen bitch. You stand on the bow with a squegee and keep the windscreen clear for me while I pound through chop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEELEE Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 Bashir, I would gladly be windscreen bitch if it meant going for tuna. :ohyeh: :thumbsup: Just don't ask me to pull up 300 metres of anchor rope :-mad2 as deep jigging in 400meters has me struggling. Cheers Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bashir Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 I only own 50m of anchor rope, stuff anchoring in anything deeper than that. :ohyeh: I just get a few bitches to man the oars and keep us in position all day. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEELEE Posted October 18, 2004 Share Posted October 18, 2004 (edited) :ohyeh: :ohyeh: :ohyeh: Who's the beer bitch :ohyeh: or are they multi skilled as well so they can be the window wiper bitch, beer bitch, oar bitch, food bitch, burley bitch, anchor bitch ( when needed ) smoke bitch ( lights your cigarettes ), bait your hook bitch, gaff bitch and definatly no fishing bitch and all other bitch related work :ohyeh: :ohyeh: Edited October 18, 2004 by leelee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 Congratulations on the purchase Byron, Which model did you get the 4.1 ? is it a tiller or console ? What's hangin off the back ? what colour ? :ohyeh: Stevo :grogon: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickC Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 Great News Byron,glad you found a bargain . I can't think of any tupperware jokes right now ,so I'll just say congrats mate and enjoy your new boat. Any Q's ,give us a ring. Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byron Posted October 21, 2004 Author Share Posted October 21, 2004 Thanks guys!! I should have guessed where this would lead after all Dave W has suffered. Stevo, The boat details are below. It actually appears on the Poly site on the first page: 4.1 polcraft challenger, teal colour, custom stripes and rego numbers. 40 hp tohatsu 3 cylinder electric start and trim, oil injected. 55lb minn kota riptide bowmount electric, 130 amp hr deep cycle battery. 4 way switch panel, heavy duty starting battery. carpeted and hinged hatches and and floor. safety gear. x51 lowrance sounder. RM trailer (poly approved). 2 horizontal rod holders. large livewell in front left hatch with recirculating water. live bait tank/tackle storage bin in left rear hatch. bow rails. boat and motor only done 3 tanks of fuel work. boat and trailer with good rego. I get new boat warranty on motor and boat. Though the leccy is 18 months old. Brand new batteries though. I am having a few things modified before I pick it up on the 8th November. Cannot wait!!! Cheers Byron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted October 21, 2004 Share Posted October 21, 2004 Sounds great Byron. I like the teal colour also, i had to decide between the blue or teal , but went for the lighter colour. I know the boat you referring to, sounds like its everything you wanted. Stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byron Posted October 21, 2004 Author Share Posted October 21, 2004 Cheers mate!! It will indeed be awesome! Just lucky to be in the right place at the right time! Byron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hottuna Posted October 23, 2004 Share Posted October 23, 2004 Cheers mate!! It will indeed be awesome! Just lucky to be in the right place at the right time!Byron 15627[/snapback] Great little boats, have taken the bosses out a few times (actually ive put more hours on it than he has) its a red 455 front runner 50hp 4s merc. It flies. and very stable. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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