cadman342001 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 Hey, I'm Andy, I'm originally from the UK but have lived in Cairns since 07 I've had a couple of boats (V nose punt and a Bertram Caribbean that I turned into a CC - lots of fibreglassing, new transom, floors etc.) but have now bought a 4.4m tinny for 400 bucks, including dodgy trailer that needs a bit of welding. Does anyone recognise the hull manufacturer and what size motor do I need - thinking a 40 or 50 hp 2 stroke tiller steer ? Looking to use it off shore, maybe as far as the inner GBR / islands ie calm waters mainly, for fishing obvs. I'm assuming the frame added at the front was for a forward steering wheel ? I plan to remove that, add a carpeted floor with perhaps some storage, have paint stripped the hull outside, painted the inside white, was going to leave the outside bare but it's a bit ugly so might paint it too, probably only the top half. Also, what's the go with the bent front deck? I'm presuming to stop waves/spray going into the boat. Should I flatten it, maybe fix some kind of curved angle instead ? Planning on adding an anchor well in the top area. I'll try and add some pics Any advice welcome ! Links to other similar projects, ideas, things I should add (rod holder locations, under floor fuel tank?) , etc. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoingFishing Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 (edited) Hey bud i have no clue what make the hull is....but i think a 50hp 2 stroke will be overpowering a tinny that size and suggest you do some homework to ensure the transom will structurally be able to take it...... a 30 or 40 might be better? Edited September 1, 2018 by GoingFishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masterfisho7 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 I all so would say a 30 would be the best for it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickmarlin62 Posted September 1, 2018 Share Posted September 1, 2018 I wouldn't swing a 50 off that flimsy transom plate unless you like swimming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 It's a Brooker. On the starboard side of the gunwale about centre from the tip of the bow to where the steering would be there will be a number stamped into the outside of gunwale, this would confirm the identity. 50hp in my opinion would be overkill, I have one like this with a 30hp 2 stroke Mercury and it goes OK 40 would be great as mine is fully decked out with centre twart seat removed floors and cast decks added forward steer elect motor 85 ltr bait tank etc etc etc. I have also welded another full 4mm plate to the transom with additional bracing, so could take a 70hp if I wished but with yours as it is with tiller steer 30 would be ok. Wish you were closer as I would love to get my hands on that thing and help you build it. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swivelfish Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 Nice project! A mate of mine had a similar tinny in cairns, he had a 25hp and that did us pretty good for beach hopping, river running and cruising inshore. Personally i would keep the framework up front and build around it for anchor well, storage etc. the leads out of cairns can give you a pretty good run for your money if you feel the need to test her out! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 2, 2018 Author Share Posted September 2, 2018 Thanks fellas ! Will keep my eyes peeled for a 30 or 40 and I'll add progress as it happens. Deffo thinking of maximising storage so may keep the frame up front. Would a underfloor fuel tank up front be a good way to keep the nose down? (Especially as I'll probably be solo a lot of the time) A 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted September 3, 2018 Share Posted September 3, 2018 Originally the front sheet of alloy would have been all the way back to where the bracing is, on yours it has been cut back for some reason, and there would have been a curved one piece windscreen on it. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 3, 2018 Author Share Posted September 3, 2018 Thanks Frank. I see. So it would have had a steering wheel up front there then too? Would you recommend reinstating that piece and wheel or go with tiller steer? Presumably weight distribution would be better if I'm up front and motor at the back? Or tiller steer and underfloor fuel tank in the bow? It does have a code stamped on the side, its A961. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 Well, the project is coming along, the interior flooring and storage is almost complete, the electrics to follow. Still not sure whether to paint the outside or restore the ali. I'll add the pics in groups as I took them for FB First set of pics - initial framing for false floors, Connect-it from Bunnings, 12mm structural ply sealed with 2 coats of paving sealant, marine carpet from Bunnings $39 per/m, glued to ply with Dunlop astro turf adhesive. Carpet stapled on rear sides using my air driven staple gun - everyone needs one of these ! I've gone through 3000 staples amazingly ! I would have had an RSI if I'd had to do that manually. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cadman342001 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 tinny 004 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 0001 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 0002 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 0003 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 005 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 006 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 007 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 tinny 00001 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 00002 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 00003 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 00004 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr tinny 00005 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 And I picked up a Quintrex trailer for 200 bucks. Needs a couple of cross members welding back in and all the rollers but my mate has a fab business so I'm getting the steel and welding done for 2 cartons of piss. Rego'd until July 2019. What the best rust preventative treatment to do once it's fixed ? trailer 001 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr trailer 002 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr trailer 003 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr trailer 004 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr trailer 005 by AndyMacDougallPhotography, on Flickr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 23, 2018 Author Share Posted September 23, 2018 Just need a motor now ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big Neil Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Top job Cadman. Very rewarding doing all the work yourself too. Hope you manage to get out and make full use of her. Keep the progress reports coming. Cheers, bn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ranger Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Looking good mate!!! Subscribed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 The way you are going it looks like you might have yours finished before I have mine completely finished. I have been slowly ( and I mean slowly ) prepping mine to get it ready for this coming season, I will see if I can add a few photos. Looking at your boat is like seeing mine!! I am thinking of painting my topside Maroon with white bottom, but might just leave it unpainted till I make up my mind what colour I want it. Send me your address in PM as I want to send you some small items that you might find handy for the boat. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 27, 2018 Author Share Posted September 27, 2018 (edited) Thanks fellas. Picked up a motor, 03 Merc 40 3 cylinder with elec. Start and elec. Trim/tilt. For $1500. Old guy retired outboard mechanic. Full service including carby strip and clean, new impeller etc. Trailer getting welded on Saturday , what is recommended to paint it - cold gal? Do I need to treat any rust first? Recommends? Edited September 27, 2018 by cadman342001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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frankS Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 (edited) Andy. Looks like you got yourself a great buy there. Boy you are moving fast with this project. You have my greatest respects. PS wire brush and surface rust off before applying the cold gal, give two coats allowing drying time between coats. PPS Have sent you a parcel. Frank Edited September 28, 2018 by frankS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffb5.8 Posted September 28, 2018 Share Posted September 28, 2018 HI Andy Nice going on the tinnie project. With my old trailer, I wire brushed the crap out of it, flushed inside and out and use a rust converter, then used a Galmet spray (Thanks Work) and since I had a big tin I used some hammer tone Silver on the whole trailer. Came up a treat and lasted the next few years till I sold the whole boat and trailer. Don't forget to check the underside of the axle, that's where mine had heaps of rust. I also replaces all the hubs, bearings, split pin, dust cap and seals which cost about $90 from memory. Buy a spare hub seal, I then took the best hub, repacked the old bearings with fresh grease and wrapped in a greasy cloth and put it in a tubberware container and stored in the boat, just in case. P.s Get a sticker kit for the motor and it will look 100% better than just plain black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadman342001 Posted September 28, 2018 Author Share Posted September 28, 2018 (edited) Thanks Jeff, and yup a set of decals are already on the way. Once the welding is done tomorrow I'll be removing the axle, suspension etc. And rebuild it all. Edited September 28, 2018 by cadman342001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankS Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 Andy. Did the parcel arrive yet ? Haven't heard from you since I sent it and getting a bit worried that it may have gone astray. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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