this is my new 2nd hand toy i bought today.
19ft swiftcraft-130hp 2stroke-all electrics-needs some tlc badly-
big fishing area-no bunks-not for ladies.perfect for me
after i finish it,ill post the upgrades
CAPT WALLACEWT!!!haha
cheers
ps; divorce is on the cards.ssshhh
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Looking good Wallace, I really like the parking spot you chose, right in front of the house 8). Next you'll need a sport utility.
show before and after, good luck buddy.
Sal
Wallace, sounds like you may need a sleeping berth in there. You may be spending some time on the boat in the front yard. I guess better than the couch. ;D looks good! Can't wait to see your talents put to work on this one. Good luck!
Bob
so it begins,the refit, lucky i have the time,but ill be fishing it as is. 8)
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there is 2 square/m fishing deck space
hydro/steering
dont like where that large fuel tank is
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maybe to expense to move,and that light, in the way of fishing
Nice one Wallace - that's a great-looking boat.
Stoked for ya!
Looking forward to hearing more about the refit in due course.
All the best mate, Justin
Go ahead and get a stack of 100 dollar bills and start throwing them like you throw ones at the you know where.....you might start getting close to how much this will cost between restoration and listening to your wife! :o ;D sorry couldn't resist
hey sharker,a bloke with the same boat just spent $40,000 on the upgrade
www.fishwrecked.com if you want to have a look
elizabeth is starting to wilt after 3 days,
i got breakfast this morning,not to bad after 3 days.
us saltwater athletes are tough, aren,t we?
A boat is a whole in the water to put money in. I haven't had one since I was 23yo
Mike
Nice looking boat Wallace. Leave the tank and get rid of the light. Good luck with the refit. Look forward to your boat fishing reports.
Quote from: wallacewt on October 20, 2013, 05:37:18 AM
hey sharker,a bloke with the same boat just spent $40,000 on the upgrade
www.fishwrecked.com if you want to have a look
elizabeth is starting to wilt after 3 days,
i got breakfast this morning,not to bad after 3 days.
us saltwater athletes are tough, aren,t we?
Gotta be, I spend a lot of the daytime waiting for it to get dark at the beach working on a 19ft skiff
BOAT - Bust Out Another Thousand ... ;D ;D
an update
got the floor cleaned,1/2 inch of mud
laid 1/2 inch thick rubber inter-connecting mats to deaden any dropped sinkers etc;
covered with the same carpet(cleaned)
i was going to throw the carpet away but was told the rubber gets
to hot in the aussie sun,
got boat registered $194
replaced 1 roller on trailer
repaired seat on top of the ice box.was used as a cutting board.just patched it
added a bung hole at lowest point for ice water.
got gps,sonar,uhf,vhf,stereo,ipod,spot-lights,travelling lights all working.
nice surprise,there is an underwater squid light.inbuilt in the hull.(i didnt know what it was)
threw the upholstery off the seats away(split) i wont
replace them,deckie can stand up looking for
activety on the surface,instead of me doing all the work.
trailer is a mess(expensive)has to go over the pits
started the motor today,fired up 1st go,mechanic said
the 130hp yammy is perfect.
still to come
trailer,windscreen,canopy,gel coat hull in patches(not to bad)
more rod holders,deck wash,auto pilot(later)c-map(i broke it)
its all good,keeps me off the streets
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Wallace, Good luck with your new boat. I don't have the time to help you get it in shape right now, but I will make the time to fish with you when you get it ship shape. :D Dominick
youre much to kind pesca
hows your eyesight? :D
Take your time Wallace, I'm sure it will look great when you're done with it. If that's a two stroke, it should last you for a long time, I have the same exact motor on my 19. Yes it's noisy, but will never let you down, they're also very easy on maintenance. ;)
alto mare, i have no idea what year model it is
how do you tell?
No Wallace, I wasn't talking about the year. Do you have an oil injection pump? Do you put oil in a separate tank when you gas up? Either way, it's a good motor. Btw, mine is an 04, yours has to be close.
yep its oil inject;
I'm glad! Most don't like those, I do. Just like my reels I like old technology ;).
I'm not sure if you took it for a test drive, if you didn't, hold on to your hat.
That motor has lots of muscle, much stronger and faster than the four stroke, but the four stroke is cleaner and quieter.
I winterize my own for $50, does it get cold down there, during winter? :-\
:Dcold,not really,i own a couple of jumpers and jackets
but no coats
wet weather gear on the boat,only place i get cold.cold wind and spray.
i dont go out in that,but get caught sometimes with a w/change
cold shoulder is the problem,but the minster for
war and finance is wilting bit by bit..
my good looks are to much for liz,altough she did declare me the enemy :D
ps, no test drive for a couple of months
weekly update.
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let me introduce scotty.
he is a bit of a wiz.
knowledge and common sense, he,s a gooden.
eg; " what are we going to do with these rusty mud guards"?
"cut inch or two off the ends,brush em up and paint,they,ll be fine"
saving $300.
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apprentice at work
cut and brush
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painted, reflectors have been added
windscreen fixed
'
Nice!
I really can't stand trailers that are in disrepair. I've seen more boats end up on the highway that way. Looks like your doing it right.
Ron
it has been a hard 2 wks.on my back every day with the grinder getting rid of the rust.paint,greasing frozen coupling.my friends said they would do it but didnt show.about the only thing you can count on is your fingers these days.anyhow the hard stuff is over.
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new brakes,polished the rotor,applied lanolin.
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brake cable,rear guards.
rusted coupling,after soaking in oil/acetone,2 days. the kangaroo jack(60lb)a dangerous tool.im 80kg,and swingin on the end of the jack it moved 25%.and night soaking,
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i got around but it was very hard,plan b.soak it in white vinegar.i should have done this 1st.soaked over night
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spun like a top.
drilled 2 holes through the old grease nipples and packed with marine grease
lights,front guards,
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i forgot to mention, i dont have any oxy so i put the coupling on the bbq and it worked fine. it expanded enough for the oil/acetone to seep through along the shaft.but the vinsgar was by far the best idea once it could get at the rust.in the last pic just above the letter R is the #plate light.cheers
Wallace: Great progress report. Looking good. Spring is blooming so the fishing should look good. I hope you are able to get out often. BTW do we have to call you Captain now? ;) ::) Dominick
How about some more info on the Coupler for your American viewers, that looks totally different than anything I've ever seen, maybe a link to mfgr website.
hi seaeagle2
its made by trigg bros;
foundry in south australia
very common over here.
2270 kg rating
asd 18.(aussie standard rating)
suits a 50mm ball
approx;$100 aud new
mine is made for overider brakes,not electric or hydrolic.
because my axels are less than 1m apart its classed as a single axel trailer.
i only need brakes on the 2 front wheels
hi pesca
very exciting times coming up for fishing in western aust;
they are putting in permament FADS offshore(approx;30 miles)
and artificial reefs(5 mile)for recreational fishermen
funded by licences
they have started,bad weather stopped them on the 13th of this month,nov;
now hear this,this is your capt speaking
cheers mate
Very nice Wallace. Looks like all your hard work is soon to pay off.
yep trailer gets weighed tomorrow and inspected
all the main bits are new,so if it passes
its ok to fish.i can do the rest at my leisure and whiz out
for a fish with some decent weather.
inspection is $86,weighbridge $26
Are you putting the seats back in mate? I don't have any in mine , if I'm snapper fishing we just take a couple of collapsible deck chairs
hi raumati01
they are removable,just 1 if i fish alone,which i prefer,
2 if we go out wide,share the ex,how did you go with the ratchet?
Quote from: wallacewt on November 18, 2013, 11:41:11 AM
hi raumati01
they are removable,just 1 if i fish alone,which i prefer,
2 if we go out wide,share the ex,how did you go with the ratchet?
I know you're tough as nails, just make sure there is always someone else next to you ;).
Besides, if he gets on your nerves, you could always push him overboard ;) ;D
Quote from: wallacewt on November 18, 2013, 11:41:11 AM
hi raumati01
they are removable,just 1 if i fish alone,which i prefer,
2 if we go out wide,share the ex,how did you go with the ratchet?
Just finishing off the 9500 Redsetta special for summer , the 8500 is next on the list. Can you launch that by yourself easily enough? Before I moved I used to have to beach launch which was pretty much impossible by myself.
hi sal
the reason i like to fish alone is because i like to sportfish and experiment with different things after i catch a feed.90% of the time they dont work.eg spanish mackeral/4kg line,gd fun but not hard,down to 3kg,s then 2kg,s
similar things with different species.ive built my own fad for tuna and mahi mahi to try out this season.ive also developed a knot to pass through a level wind without getting caught up. im going to fish fluoro leaders all this season.for all species. etc;etc; so this sort of fishing doesnt interest a lot of people.im better off alone
cheers buddy
hi ruamati01
there are 2 very good boat ramps near my place,i leave the hard stuff to the young blokes these days.beach launch etc;
cheers mate
I still say you should have someone that knows how to handle that boat next to you. Anything can happen out there, I'm not wishing anything but the best for you buddy, but it doesn't take much to slip and bump your head.
Not related to the boat, but I just came home from a hospital. I've been using a nailer for many years and I'm always extra cautious, the nail came out of the wood and through my hand. I got lucky, it didn't hit any bones.
Anything can happen my friend, be careful out there.
I'm happy that you weren't using a hammer. You would have had Veal Cullets.
Happy you weren't hurt to bad.
Mike
Dom,
I praise God that you will recover. I limp when it is cold where a 8 came out of a framer, through the board and into my leg just above the knee when I was younger. Take care of that hand, it is hard to fish without one.
Ron
the hand will be alright,it wont stop you from creating stuff
keep the brain cells safe
we need you.
Hand injuries are terrible! I've really beat up my hands over the years, but nothing like that. I hope that you aren't in too much pain, and have a full recovery.
Sorry for hijacking your thread buddy, I didn't know I had many that cared ;D, thanks guys.
I'm ok, no pain whatsoever.
I got lucky, the nail was a 3" framing nail and went through the palm of my hand, just below the skin. One inch was exposed so I pulled it out with my teeth.
I found out that my teeth will work better than a claw bar when needed ;D, I actually went back to work when I got out from the hospital, I went because my Tetanus shot was due.
Thanks again guys, your kind words are appreciated.
Sal.
goodonyah sal.
on a brighter note the trailer got weighed and inspected today.
it passed,said i did a good job,
so that makes the last couple of weeks worth it.
i feel no pain now
I didn't have any doubts that you would pass inspections, you did a great job.
You know, I have cousins down your way, if I ever get down there, you will need to change your mind about a partner on that boat ;D.
Enjoy it Wallace, yes they're a pain to maintain, but when you're out there all the pain goes away ;).
Quote from: Alto Mare on November 18, 2013, 10:10:33 PM
I still say you should have someone that knows how to handle that boat next to you. Anything can happen out there, I'm not wishing anything but the best for you buddy, but it doesn't take much to slip and bump your head.
Not related to the boat, but I just came home from a hospital. I've been using a nailer for many years and I'm always extra cautious, the nail came out of the wood and through my hand. I got lucky, it didn't hit any bones.
Anything can happen my friend, be careful out there.
Yikes. Make sure your tetanus is up to date. That is a good excuse to take a week off. Dominick
Don't be messin' up your Hands Sal! There is no one else to teach your tricks of the trade. ;)
Glad you are alright Buddy! ;D
Are you going to keep the canopy ? I'm about to add one to mine but first the rocket launcher with four rod holders has to go on.
I haven't shot myself with a nailgun in a while, I used to work with this tough old dutchman who shot himself through the thumbnail and put the claw of the hammer under his thumb and pulled the head through the rest of his thumb.
hi ruamatio1
andrew post a pic; of your boat
cheers
ps canopy stays,havent had a look at it yet,
The rocket launcher goes on tuesday, I'll do it after that.
transfer papers all finalised last friday.
that rear travelling light is detachable,
just have to put it in at night.(doh!)so it wont be in the way of fishing
more good news for CAPT! wallacewt
passed my theory and practical test for
my skippers ticket yesterday.
boat is booked in next friday for insurance
and thats it.
extras will be added as i drift along,
boat is all legal as of now
cheers
Huzzah! ;D
Ok Wallace. From now on we will call you Skwallace. ;D ;D or maybe Skip for short.
You'll need to get the white hat and shoe's now Wal
This is all you Skip!
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:) :) :)
That'll be Wal when he parks the boat on the side of the road in Jutland Parade (Thats where the Western Australian Millionaire Mining magnates reside)
So do I take it that'll you'll be dining at the Fremantle yatch club from now on Wal and we won't be getting anymore great recipes?
if i get the white hat and shoes they
might think im selling 2nd hand cars or insurance ::)
the last day of feb; the wife and i are going to some classy joint
the kids shouted us for xmas in fremantle. stiff upper lip of course
Make sure you have that pinky out while you are sipping your Tea! :D
finally put it in the water,ive been in no hurry.
it went good.
30k,s @3600 revs(gps)2 blokes,no gear.
it was rough out there,30+winds and nasty chop
that was fast enough today.
tight turns, didnt cavitate.
slow out the hole with the rear tank
thought it should have done better.
bit slow getting up on the plane
electrics all good
trailer good,loading,unloading
i put the bungs in at home so i wouldnt forget,smart !
took the bungs out on the ramp,and guest what
full of rain water.not so bloody smart.
the nose of the boat is a lot deeper than the back when it sits on the trailer.
rain water all runs to the front even with the bungs out
ah well,thats what trials are all about
a few leaks,blown fuse,break back didnt work on the trailer
bit more work,no money involve
put it back in again tomorrow,weather permitting
ill catch a feed and look for bait to freeze
bet it jumps out the hole tomorrow
cheers
just a couple of hours,nothing serious.
U probably need an auto bilge pump fitted if you havent already got one. Had an Flighcraft 5.4m that used to do the same thing.
Auto bilge pump used to to pump like buggery once you got up on the plane for aboutb 2 minutes then it was all good
I had an auto pump in my boat. This is the only way to go! I have seen too many boats full of water or sink while in the water because of no auto pump.
Wallace, sounds like you've got a handle on it. Glad it worked out for you. Can't wait to see some blood on those decks. Best of luck with her.
Bob
I used to have a problem getting on plane out of the hole. I put on a four blade prop and it 10x better now.
I did too, I put a stingray on the lower unit and it jumped out of the hole!
Wallace: Leave the bung out when it is on the trailer. Crank the front wheel of the trailer or put blocks under the wheel to get the boat to pitch toward the rear so that it drains. Hang a ribbon on the trailer hitch to remind you when you hook up the trailer to replace the bung. Sounds like you are having fun. Dominick
You could try going down a pitch size in prop for a quicker response out of the hole, also what material is your prop. Stainless props are thinner than alloy one & much more efficient. I changed mine to an Evinrude viper (17" pitch)combined with a SE300 dolphin & it made a world of difference. My boat is 18' & has a 115 Johnson on it. I also fitted some negative urethane wedges to increase the trim range.
Rgds
Mark
insured the boat today,
thanks guys for all the tips and wishes
i will improve it as i go.
my wife dont like boats but she could see a $
and bought a 1/2 share
im back on full meals,a la carte
hehe/
Wallace: Name the boat something like the Tranquil Elizabeth. She might come around. Good luck motoring and fishing. Dominick
haha,more like madam lash
liz is german born
youre not getting a boat and thats an order! :D
Quote from: wallacewt on February 05, 2014, 10:55:44 PM
haha,more like madam lash
liz is german born
youre not getting a boat and thats an order! :D
;D ;D ;D
I have my bung tied to the boat [I actually have three different bungs, I mean the main one] and so far I have never left it out. i've been out with a muppet that left his out twice, I don't go out in his boat anymore.
These look good though, http://www.marineexpress.co.nz/shop/Pumps+and+Plumbing/SBBUNG.html
never got to the fishing comp,had to work.
extended the gate by 700 gollywogs
mick done digging,jack hammer,concreting
karl the welding
I did drilling,cutting,rivets,and cleaning up
just the painting to go
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easy now.
I can't see the pics Wallace. Raumati, What's a Muppet? Kermit the frog is a Muppet. :P
A muppet is somebody who forgets to put the bung in TWICE..... :)
Rgds
Mark
That's what I thought, Just wanted raumati's definition. :D
New word in the Vocabulary! ;)
another update for the past week
widen the gate
sicaflexed the boarding platforms at the rear
i think water was getting in around the bolts
i couldnt see the gps combo in the aussie sun
so i had to build a cover
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just a bit of foam boncreted.
its strong enough to sit on.
cable on the left is for the vhf radio
so the cover is held in place with a bit of velco
easy to remove when i have to call up
cheers
Nice work mate
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the previous owner told me the fuel tank holds 130 litres
I estimate 175 litres
there is no fuel gauge
could someone help me out pls.
Here you go...
To calculate volume here you just need to calculate the surface area of the most complex side and multiply by the height and convert units.
The answer is = 115.39 l or 33.10 gals
For those interested this is how:
V(volume)=B(Area of base) X H(height)
B(Area of Base,Polygon) = R1(area of rectangle 1) +R2(Area of rectangle 2) +T1(Area of triangle 1)
Where:
R1=40cmX10cm=400cm ^2
R2=120X16cm=1920cm^2
T1=(110x24cm)/2=1320cm^2
So:
B=2322cm^2
And given H=54cm
V=2322X54= 125,388cm^3
Given coversion factors:
-1cm^3=0.001 liter
-1liter=0.264gal
Then,
V=125,388cm^3 X 0.001 liters/cm^3
V=125.39 liters
Or
V=125.39liters X 0.264liters/gal
V=33.10gals
Simple trig really...now if you have a container w/sides of unequal surface areas or even more complicated partial radii, then you need some more complicated calculus or differential equations to get the job done.
Hope that helps, and makes sense?
P.S I think I remember this question on my SAT test I took in 1992, I scored in the top 4% in the nation on the math part, hope I didn't get too rusty over the last 20.5 years.
hi tl666
it dont seem right
i just made it cube shape and subtracted the triangle piece
40x54x120cm=259litres
24x54x120cm=155 litres
divided by 2=77litres
259-77=182litres give or take
175l to be safe
tl 666,can you have another go
cheers
tightlines=115litres
owner =130
wallace =175
Tightlines: Anyone who can understand that post has a sick mind. :D I tried to add 2 + 2 and came up with 37. Me and numbers do not mix. Dominick
hey dom
hire someone but not me :D
Sounds about right to me, I just did some calculations and came up with 32.5 gallons, but I rounded some small numbers. I did some job estimating today, so I don't want to deal with anymore numbers ;D.
My calculations are not as Tightlines, I did mine in a primitive way, but I usually get very close :-\.
hi sal
so you think115 litres
if i can get a couple to agree ill go with that
oh by the the way
that motor is to powerful for my boat
123 litres, based on 32.5 gallons
The way I did it was to covert to inches than feet.
Based on Tightlines 33.10 it would be 125.3 litres
Quote from: wallacewt on February 23, 2014, 04:33:15 AM
oh by the the way
that motor is to powerful for my boat
If you set your trim tabs just right it will fly, I have the same motor. You will need that much power when the water gets tall ;).
Hi Wallace,
What size motor is on it?
Rgds
Mark
130 yammy 2stroke
got no trim tabs,sal
I miss my 150 Evinrude. That Baby would Haul the Mail! ;) 32 Gallon tank sounds good to me Wally! ;D
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sharkie
this missile,is it usa bass boat
Wallace,
I guess I am rusty...right idea, I think, error in execution :(
I calculated (as did all of us), the area of R2 should be 110 (not 120)X34X0.5=1,870cm^2
Making this correction and using my method (of sum of areas of 2 rectangles and the triangle) and I come up with V=193,860cm^3=193.86L=51.18G
However,
Lee's method of calculating total volume of cube and subtracting volume of the missing half cube seems simpler and sound. Not sure what's going on here but when I calculate it this way I get a total volume:
259,200cm^3 (total V of cube) - 100,980cm^3 (total volume of half cube) =
V=158,220cm^3=158.22L=41.77G
Not sure what's going on here, I tried it severel different ways and keep coming up with the same 2 answers, I must be missing something here,
It is getting late, and I'm tired from 3 long days of doing science/conference stuff. Guess someone better check my work.
Just make sure you don't neglect the 10cm spot on top, and use 1/2 X base X height X length for half cube volume.
Given the demensions it seems reasonable to expect it to hold 45-50 gals, so your initial estimate of 175L is prob good. Fill er up, and find out. I always had a back up emergency engine(kicker), seperate fuel supply(external tank/jug(s)), and seperate battery (charged but not wired to anything) when venturing offshore.
Quote from: wallacewt on February 23, 2014, 07:59:22 AM
sharkie
this missile,is it usa bass boat
Yes, It is actually called a fish-n-ski. It has a ski bar that replaces the back seat. I bought it new in 1988 and have many fond memories of it. I sold it this past fall, I was having engine troubles and I'd say 25 years was a good run! ;) It would cruise nicely at 55mph. When I needed fuel, I would drop the wife and kids off at the dock and open her up with only me. With little fuel and little weight, I could attain a speed of 68mph. :P This picture was taken last September. I took good care of her. ;) 18' Arrow Glass Prototype.
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tl 666
not sure myself,ill see what different answers we get
its 9/10 full at the moment
They're a great motor, have a 115 HP on 18' hull is rated up to 150HP, 130 on 19' is about right. Power is a good thing when your going over a west coast bar or having to punch through pressure waves.
Rgds
Mark
Wallace, if you're still not sure, go with the lowest and you won't get in trouble ;).
Trim tabs will keep that boat steady and balanced, I also believe it saves on fuel if you set them just right.
nah its not that sal,my body wont take it.
no jarring for me
i leave earlier,take my time
Your estimate is very good Wallace.
I calculate the displacement of your tank to be 187.92L.
The volume would be slightly less depending on material thickness of tank. ;)
getting rust off plastic,
I tried this, GUMPTION,after I removed plastic holders.
its terrific,bit coarser than toothpaste,instant
before and after pics
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starboard side is the same as this,1 in the middle over the engine
clean up,paint,5 metal rod holders
a good day.
cheers
we went to hoity toity today for lunch
liz,yougotta wear a tie
im not,its 37 deg
had lunch,sea food platter
scallops,fish,wine,calamarie,wine,oysters kill-Patrick,cold muscels oops,chilli
liz drove home,while I sang all of her requests,martyrobbins joined in
couldn't keep up,not sure he knows all the words
good day,gd night. ;)
liz whatsa ti,never mind what round its now
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It that you and the misses Wally? You look like you are fitting right in at the Hoity Toity! ;D
Glad to see you in person old Chap! ;) Looks like a nice spread of seafood there. I bet it was Delicious. :P
im the one on the left
Quote from: wallacewt on February 28, 2014, 10:53:28 AM
im the one on the left
;D
Looking good, not you Wallace, Elizabeth. What did she ever see in you ::) ;D
Nice photo, thanks for sharing ;)
Cheers...
Did you drink all the wine Wallace so Elizabeth could drive you home?
yep,depending on the occasion,driver is allowed 1 glass of wine
we take it in turns
alto mare
liz is blind in 1 eye and cant see out the other
so my good looks dont count
must be something else :D
Blind in one eye and can't see outta the other?? You may need to drink in order to survive that ride home ;D ;D
haha bmitch
the ride home
i just gave myself up
Wallace, Your doing a great job so far. As for what the missus saw in you. I put it down to. Love is blind and marriage is an eye opener. Bob
fuel tank took 135 litres
bilge pump goes in next week
John was not far off from that Tank Capacity. I think he Gets The Cigar Here! ;D
auto bilge pump went in yesterday.
got a quote for $450, pump $110,(ebay $23,) labour $200,(me 5lures) wire+switches$40
did it myself,cost $90aud +5 new lures for the electrician
sparks gave me a reef anchor also
its all good.
winter is here,im getting fish pains
You did good Wallace ;). Now send him over here, my boat has been sitting on my driveway for three weeks now and still can't get it started :-\.
Any members live close by? I'll put together a nice reel if you get that boat started ;D
Sal
I will let someone else the $64 Question because I'm afraid of the answer. I might need your help on a 114HL.
Mike
I can't help you if you don't tell me what you need. Send me a pm bud.
got the swift craft back today
keel and hull scratches gel-coated
test go tomorrow,bit of light fishing + inking
my little chinese mate might like to
hypnotize a couple of squid.
have you noticed their pretty eyes eric,hehe
sold the boat today,broke square $ wise
new owner took it for test drive,
started first go,hes happy,liz is happy,im sad
local tournament was held on the weekend
i didnt even know it was on and im a member
lotsa fish caught
and so it goes.
,
Hi Wallace. I know how you feel. You should also feel like a load off of your shoulders. That's the way I felt when I sold my boat. Dominick
Sorry to hear Wallace.
Might be time to buy a Harley ;)
Sorry you had to get rid of it buddy, most times I ask myself why did I get a boat :-\.
Whoever came out with ( B-O-A-T ) bring-out-another-thousand, had to be a genius.
Hang in there my friend.
Sal