frankS Posted April 6, 2022 Share Posted April 6, 2022 47 minutes ago, essjay said: Started fishing in late December with SP from shore and realised pretty quick I needed to get a boat to make it more enjoyable so I picked this up last week to help me get to nirvana Never owned a boat before but do have 500+ hours experience with other water craft so its not totally new to me. Boat shown is not my actual boat however its close to identical. Mine came with a 40hp Etech on it and Lowrance fish finder/gps and overall the boat is in excellent condition which was a big requirement for me. I am pretty darn excited and hope to be on the water this weekend rail hail or shine! Got a pretty cracking deal on facebook of all places after months of looking, old owner had a new boat about to be delivered and just needed the renegade gone Glad to see you ended up with a great looking boat. The Etec's are my favorite engine and I'm sure you will get plenty of hours with it. Does your boat have a electric bow mount motor and if so what make and model ?. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
essjay Posted April 6, 2022 Share Posted April 6, 2022 (edited) 13 hours ago, frankS said: Glad to see you ended up with a great looking boat. The Etec's are my favorite engine and I'm sure you will get plenty of hours with it. Does your boat have a electric bow mount motor and if so what make and model ?. Frank Hi Frank Yes it came with a minn Koa something with ipilot. 55lb model. I still need to get an under standing of how the previous owner wired things up. I do know the troll motor has its own battery up front but i am unsure if he has other things wired into it. Troll motor worked fine during the water test. Came with remote and manual so I should work it out pretty easily. Seller did say it was not connected to the Lowrance when I asked about that. Lowrance is an Elite 7TI. Boat also has under floor tank which is something i wanted as well as a bimini ( which i have taken off for now along with a rear ladder, cover etc... Edited April 6, 2022 by essjay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishy Fingers Posted September 1, 2022 Share Posted September 1, 2022 As a new member, I thought this would be a good place to start; my first boat in over a decade. She's a TABS 5100 Master Series with a Yammie 115. I've only had her out on the local impoundment once but was very happy with her. Most importantly for me, the little ones love her. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 Hey Raiders, I was reminded by a raider that I would post an update on the ride replacing barrycuda. So last week, after what seemed like an endless wait we finally took delivery of our new rig ... so let me introduce you to .... devOcean . CruiseCraft Explorer 720 Hard Top, Yamaha 300HP, Garmin electronics. Thanks to all the raiders that helped me with key decisions, references and their experiences. Family commitments are going to keep us off the water until early November, but at least the water baby is home in the driveway. Then it will be time to make memories ! Cheers Zoran PS - The CCEX720HT was our choice after an 8month decision process where Maria and I looked at, and in several cases visited the factories of: Haines Hunter, Evolution, Caribbean, Southern Formula, Northbank, Parker, Revival .... 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 Zoran. What a magnificent craft I can feel your joy at finally having her home. Looking forward to meeting her at some stage in person. Frank 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 2 hours ago, frankS said: Zoran. What a magnificent craft I can feel your joy at finally having her home. Looking forward to meeting her at some stage in person. Frank Thanks Frank ... as soon as it's run in I'll reach out to you for a session on the harbour. Cheers Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmck Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Well... I've closely studied th photos and i believe you are missing one very important accessorie.... Me..... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yowie Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Well Zoran, it is bigger than Barry. I can see a double row of trumpets on the roof in the 2nd photo - is that for sounding off to others that you have caught a fish? You can go camping in that boat, it is big enough to have a small fireplace on board. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Yowie said: I can see a double row of trumpets on the roof in the 2nd photo - is that for sounding off to others that you have caught a fish? Nope ... special air horns ... installed just to blow YOU away if you get too close ! 🤣 2 hours ago, Yowie said: it is big enough to have a small fireplace on board. ... the closest thing to a fire place is the pie oven in the cabin .... should do the job to keep us warm. Cheers Z 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 What a beauty that is wow. Go get some fish Zoran can't wait for the reports!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bessell1955 Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Now that is what I call a boat! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonD Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 On 10/17/2022 at 8:29 AM, zmk1962 said: Hey Raiders, I was reminded by a raider that I would post an update on the ride replacing barrycuda. So last week, after what seemed like an endless wait we finally took delivery of our new rig ... so let me introduce you to .... devOcean . CruiseCraft Explorer 720 Hard Top, Yamaha 300HP, Garmin electronics. Thanks to all the raiders that helped me with key decisions, references and their experiences. Family commitments are going to keep us off the water until early November, but at least the water baby is home in the driveway. Then it will be time to make memories ! Cheers Zoran PS - The CCEX720HT was our choice after an 8month decision process where Maria and I looked at, and in several cases visited the factories of: Haines Hunter, Evolution, Caribbean, Southern Formula, Northbank, Parker, Revival .... Fabulous, all I can say 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 Can you share your secrets to the winning lotto numbers please?Asking for a friend.What a boat!!! congrats mate.All you need to do now is upgrade the cruiser to a road train to tow it as it looks like a child’s dinky next to it/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 On 10/17/2022 at 2:34 PM, Yowie said: Well Zoran, it is bigger than Barry. I can see a double row of trumpets on the roof in the 2nd photo - is that for sounding off to others that you have caught a fish? You can go camping in that boat, it is big enough to have a small fireplace on board. I can see a double row of trumpets on the roof in the 2nd photo - is that for sounding off to others that you have caught a fish? I need those trumpets installed on my boat so I can blow them loudly to let you know your fish are getting caught. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 38 minutes ago, Fab1 said: Can you share your secrets to the winning lotto numbers please?Asking for a friend.What a boat!!! congrats mate.All you need to do now is upgrade the cruiser to a road train to tow it as it looks like a child’s dinky next to it/ 🤣 … what’s the saying- gotta be in it to win it. Cruiser does just fine - 60kmh 2nd gear 4000rpm up mount Ousley, 105-110kmh on freeway … all good…. and I can still park it in the garage 👍 cheers Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 1 hour ago, JonD said: Fabulous, all I can say Thanks. …. devOcean is a lot of eye candy … has to prove herself … barry the Haines left big shoes to fill. cheers Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendan Monks Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 Amazing looking boat Zoran!!! Looks like you've included all the bells and whistles 😍 I notice you have outrigger bases on this boat! 👌🦄 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fab1 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 2 hours ago, zmk1962 said: 🤣 … what’s the saying- gotta be in it to win it. Cruiser does just fine - 60kmh 2nd gear 4000rpm up mount Ousley, 105-110kmh on freeway … all good…. and I can still park it in the garage 👍 cheers Z I’ll never win it then as I can never be bothered.What sort of garage do you have?Aircraft hanger? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 9 hours ago, Brendan Monks said: Amazing looking boat Zoran!!! Looks like you've included all the bells and whistles 😍 I notice you have outrigger bases on this boat! 👌🦄 I don’t think I left anything off the list - this is our dream boat. Yes they are Reelax 550 bases - 5.5m carbon poles stored inside at the time of the shot. cheers Z 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted October 21, 2022 Share Posted October 21, 2022 7 hours ago, Fab1 said: I’ll never win it then as I can never be bothered.What sort of garage do you have?Aircraft hanger? 😂 Fab Fab Fab. I was talking about the cruiser- it fits in the garage still !!!!! cheers Z 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welster Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 Congrats @zmk1962 DevOcean looks awesome I am looking forward to the posts of your adventures. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidless Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 What a dream of a boat, congrats! Love the name as well and looking forward to reading about your future adventures! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordoRetired Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 All I can say is WOW.... That looks awesome. With the 300 on the back that thing is going to fly. Recon that should be a great replacement for Barry. 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmk1962 Posted November 2, 2022 Share Posted November 2, 2022 6 hours ago, GordoRetired said: All I can say is WOW.... That looks awesome. With the 300 on the back that thing is going to fly. Recon that should be a great replacement for Barry. 🙂 Thanks Gordo …. continue our devotion to the Ocean … eh? Just about to head out for the maiden run and start of the break-in procedure. cheers Z 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOOLIGAN2 Posted February 23, 2023 Share Posted February 23, 2023 Hi guys here is my brand new 651 mclay 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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