NotGrumpyPete Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 I am new on Fishraider, and an owner of the subject boat. I am interested to meet other owners of the same or similar boat (575F, 575RF, 550F) built since 2013. There's 1000 positive things I could say, about this excellent boat. But there's also several big issues, I would like to discuss with other owners. Please do post here, if that is you. Or let me know if there is a better forum, for this subject. Many thanks, Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingfishbig Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Some of us might be considering buying one. It would be handy to know of any issues. Are your concerned about affecting your relationship with the dealer/ manufacturer by going public? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 2 minutes ago, kingfishbig said: Some of us might be considering buying one. It would be handy to know of any issues. Are your concerned about affecting your relationship with the dealer/ manufacturer by going public? It is against site rules to post re issues. Pm notGrumpypete and have a chat about things Pretty sure there would be plenty of Facebook groups that would be appropriate to discuss these issues. Good luck with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotGrumpyPete Posted June 10, 2018 Author Share Posted June 10, 2018 Just like to contact other owners. Not intending to be "going public". Thanks, P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 (edited) It's a weird issue ? People recommend and tell others about faults in rods reels lures and outboards And so they should ? As it could save someone's life What ever the mystery issue might be ? Edited June 10, 2018 by Omally 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 55 minutes ago, Omally said: It's a weird issue ? People recommend and tell others about faults in rods reels lures and outboards And so they should ? As it could save someone's life What ever the mystery issue might be ? There are avenues to report faults and product problems. Companies/businesses can take legal action against people posting on the internet. NotGrumpyPete has the right idea. Give him a pm if you wish to solve “the mystery” 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 (edited) Ay pull up not having a go But people have the freedom of speech in Australia ? Obviously not on fishraider Edited June 10, 2018 by Omally 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 (edited) And no people can't sue you just there product has faults And letting the people know isn't wrong at all? Edited June 10, 2018 by Omally 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonD Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 A little smaller, I had a 540f for about 12 months, even though they were considered a hard core fishing boat by many, for me they are family boats. I've often thought of getting an older 565L in the past as there are a few rebuilds fitted with 4 strokes on the market at far more reasonable prices than the 565 Eden crafts. Driven a few Cootacrafts in those sizes as well as cruise crafts and bigger Eden crafts. I must admit as far as hard core fishing boats go I don't like any with forward cabins or screams myself. I like a full uninterrupted field of view and the ability to cast from anywhere around the boat, this is also vitally important to have a full clear view where I often have people in the water. Centre consoles and centre cabs make great walk around boats when tackling tricky fish. Fishing methods have greatly changed for me over the years, things like micro jigging, soft plastics and even deep dropping all get tricky if you are confined to the rear of a boat as it turns in the wind or current etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotGrumpyPete Posted June 10, 2018 Author Share Posted June 10, 2018 I am not saying the product has any faults. It is excellent product. I simply have trouble with a few things about it. I have discussed it with the dealer and the manufacturer already. And before continue that discussion, I try to get ideas from other owners. Thanks all for comments, so far. I look forward to making contact with other owners (I could not find them on Facebook). P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Sorry to miss quote you Pete ....big issues Maybe big issues are faults Round here Yeah guys he was just reporting a few issues I don't see a problem just went through the forum and found heaps of em 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 10, 2018 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Like don't get me wrong I'm not having a go but what is a new member spose to say I have a ***** ***** with a **** issue just trying to get some info already contacted ****** but didn't get the info I was looking for on the ***** issue if you have the same ***** issue can you please pm me ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotGrumpyPete Posted June 10, 2018 Author Share Posted June 10, 2018 22 minutes ago, JonD said: A little smaller, I had a 540f for about 12 months, even though they were considered a hard core fishing boat by many, for me they are family boats. I've often thought of getting an older 565L in the past as there are a few rebuilds fitted with 4 strokes on the market at far more reasonable prices than the 565 Eden crafts. Driven a few Cootacrafts in those sizes as well as cruise crafts and bigger Eden crafts. I must admit as far as hard core fishing boats go I don't like any with forward cabins or screams myself. I like a full uninterrupted field of view and the ability to cast from anywhere around the boat, this is also vitally important to have a full clear view where I often have people in the water. Centre consoles and centre cabs make great walk around boats when tackling tricky fish. Fishing methods have greatly changed for me over the years, things like micro jigging, soft plastics and even deep dropping all get tricky if you are confined to the rear of a boat as it turns in the wind or current etc. Thanks JonD for writing at length. I understand all those sentiments, but the overall config of Sig-575F is perfect for my own needs. Any downside I might have implied, is not related to that config. I wanted to discuss the hull performance, and whether trim-tabs might improve it. I also wanted to compare notes on the bowsprit and anchor setup. Thanks again. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonD Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 11 hours ago, NotGrumpyPete said: Thanks JonD for writing at length. I understand all those sentiments, but the overall config of Sig-575F is perfect for my own needs. Any downside I might have implied, is not related to that config. I wanted to discuss the hull performance, and whether trim-tabs might improve it. I also wanted to compare notes on the bowsprit and anchor setup. Thanks again. P For the size the 565-575 is a great handling boat in offshore conditions. A very good friend who recently passed away had spent his life as an abalone fisherman during which time the 565 was his favorate all around boat. I helped him sell his last boat a 6m Eden craft which you would imagine to be virtually the same but in his opinion they were miles apart. Re trim tabs, I personally really like trim tabs even on small 4m boats. They are great for levelling any boat that can lean due to prop torque, uneven weight distribution, wind hitting from certain angles etc. I've also been quite impressed with just the simple auto levelling cheaper models from Bennetts and Nauticus, these don't only stop porpoising and level the ride but they also make the boats feel like a far bigger boat. The auto models work like a car suspension strut. The fitting of an electric anchor winch is something many might think as overkill for the money but in my mind having once had one they are fantastic. It doesn't matter what boat any of us own, no one boat can fit every occasion, my reasoning for buying the signature 540 was for a family safe boat. To fish from for little kids with the high gunnels was very had going but a raised platform soon improved that. The reports of Hislop taking his 540 in 40 knot gales on his journey from Aus to Japan over 5000km was a pretty good testament for that sized boat too. In saying that someone took an open zapcat inflatable 4m from Sydney to Hobart during the last yacht race where he encountered 10m + seas on his 3 day voyage ( using an older tohatsu 50 two stroke ). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 14 hours ago, Omally said: Ay pull up not having a go But people have the freedom of speech in Australia ? Obviously not on fishraider Members join and agree to abide by our site rules Omally. Nobody makes people stay it is everyone's choice. If you would like to msg me or a moderator to discuss site rules please do. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omally Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 I get it but shouldn't the same rules go for everyone on site ? There are literally thousands of issues on here naming specific brands once again outboards reels and even lures Freedom of speech Or is that just for seasoned raiders ? I've said what I've had to say with no decent reply or answer So I guess we will leave it there Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratchie Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 27 minutes ago, Omally said: I get it but shouldn't the same rules go for everyone on site ? There are literally thousands of issues on here naming specific brands once again outboards reels and even lures Freedom of speech Or is that just for seasoned raiders ? I've said what I've had to say with no decent reply or answer So I guess we will leave it there Cheers Omally, We moderate this site best can to maintain its integrity and overall keep it a family friendly website. Part of that is to uphold the site rules. If you’ve been asked by a site manager or moderator to not post something then that is not up for discussion on the open forum. Please pm one of us your concerns and we will try to resolve any issue. Lets leave it there and allow Pete to have his thread answered. Regards scratchie mod team 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hill373737 Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 Hi Pete - I had a 575F a few years back, loved it for the type of fishing I mainly used it for ... have sent you a PM with some specific comments. steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locodave Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 On 6/10/2018 at 6:05 PM, NotGrumpyPete said: I am new on Fishraider, and an owner of the subject boat. I am interested to meet other owners of the same or similar boat (575F, 575RF, 550F) built since 2013. There's 1000 positive things I could say, about this excellent boat. But there's also several big issues, I would like to discuss with other owners. Please do post here, if that is you. Or let me know if there is a better forum, for this subject. Many thanks, Pete Hey Pete, I was a the boat show when that model was released in Sydney and had a deposit on it. I changed my find after a few issues I had. Happy to talk to you about your boat, would love to go in a ride in it too! Send me a PM, curious to see what your issues are and I am happy to help! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotGrumpyPete Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 19 hours ago, locodave said: Hey Pete, I was a the boat show when that model was released in Sydney and had a deposit on it. I changed my find after a few issues I had. Happy to talk to you about your boat, would love to go in a ride in it too! Send me a PM, curious to see what your issues are and I am happy to help! Hi Dave, Thanks for post. Sure, come for a ride tomorrow (Thursday 14/june). I will be at the boat doing some work in the morning. Then a short run, and maybe a quick troll, in the middle of the day, couple of hours max. Let me know. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locodave Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Hey Pete, Unfortunately I work Mon-Fri. If you give me a weekend with notice, I will be there. I have sent you a PM (private message). Check your email. Thanks, David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaxland Posted June 21, 2018 Share Posted June 21, 2018 By the way I am on several group chats Pretty sure I saw a Haines owners group but didnt join as Im an Aluminium fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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