Aussie Boat Discussion

[gmjim]

Yeah i like that alot aswell!!

[Calis]

anyone have any opinions and suggestions on the best custom made canvas covers out there?

I've been recommended Windors Boat Canopies.

[dale@che]

snowys at blacktown did the one on rush.. cheapest and could do it quick.. i dropped it off at 8am and he had it done by 4pm..

it fits perfectly and no slack in it so it dosent flap around!

windsor couldnt do it for over a month..

[Calis]

snowys at blacktown did the one on rush.. cheapest and could do it quick.. i dropped it off at 8am and he had it done by 4pm..

it fits perfectly and no slack in it so it dosent flap around!

windsor couldnt do it for over a month..

cheers dale...
snowy...yeah forgot all about him...
is it strapless or tide down?

[dale@che]

there are 3 ties on each side to pull it tight they go down to the trailer, then 1 rope at the back

[dale@che]

here is a vid of Shantelle from today,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pDGHxKjBgU

[Calis]

3 ties is good.

I dont know if my just imagining this but I recall some boat covers have no tie downs???

not sure if thats practical but it looks great

[dale@che]

these are just elastic straps that hook over, they work well

[Calis]

would have been pretty good conditions for the titles.

im guessing she won??

is it just me or does rush porpous a bit? maybe just its just in that speed zone...

[dale@che]

yeh mate she lapped every boat bar 1 i think..

it dosent move once you get over 60 but it was ****ing rough there and he had trimmed in and the tabs down and full of ballast with 300L of fuel LOL..

under 60 before the tabs went on it would bounce around a lot now can just drop the tabs down a little and she sits nice..

[Calis]

cool I was gonna ask how the tabs are going...
yeah that vid looks like shes in a different race mate.
future champ there it seems...

[dale@che]

they move very very fast.. a little too fast but ill sort that out this week hopefully,

aiming for world titles next year.. no reason she wont make the team. she will only be 13 tho..

that vid is ****.. didnt realise i had shrunk it down that much.. ill upload a better quality one now!

[Calis]

oh yeah so forgot to ask: Windsor boat canopies.... even though you went elsewhere are they good?

[dale@che]

yeh man, they did the bimini top on my social boat and its a top job

[Calis]

yeah Rick at Marineline suggested them for biminis also. good to know thanks mate.

ok heres a few pics of the brand spanking new trim hence the need for a cover lol :p

http://img709.imageshack.us/img709/1451/img9989small.jpg

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/6546/img9985small.jpg

http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/2227/img9984small.jpg

http://img690.imageshack.us/img690/3021/img9982small.jpg

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/8993/img9981small.jpg

[dale@che]

yeh nice mate!! looking good!!

[Calis]

thanks mate. now just to get it all the last little bits finished up and get her on the water!! will get a bimini done eventually (wifes orders) :cool:

[dale@che]

i wouldnt own a social boat with out one.. they are awesome!

[dale@che]

better quality vid!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sIX2X0vx2U

[Calis]

much better ;)

[dale@che]

still sh1t for some reason.. that was 210mb upload... need a HD cam...

[Calis]

*yawns*

been thinking about this for my next rig.......................

http://img710.imageshack.us/img710/4474/boath.jpg

its got the get up and go, the low down torque, plenty of space, protective capsual for the driver, padded sides for the kiddies and elderly,
neutral tones......

what else do you need?!:rolleyes:

[Calis]

:leaving:

[dale@che]

im here!!

[Calis]

good I dont feel so lonely now. :smiletest:

[dale@che]

hows your boat going?

[jarrahtin]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercury-Mariner-Outboard-Motor-Flyweel-Lifting-Eye-Tool_W0QQitemZ310206140736QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBoat_Parts_Accessories_Gear?hash=item4839ba1140

i know i was looking for a cheep one of these for a while so if anybody else is after one, here you go

[Calis]

hows your boat going?


yeah all done bar the console which is still being made.
Once the console is in foot throttle, stereo, gear leaver, swtich panels etc can all be instlled and hooked up and its ready to go!

hopefully easter.....hopefully

[dale@che]

awesome!!

[Calis]

awsome it will be!

when it takes this long it feels weird cause you spend all that money and cant actually use it :smiletest:

patients is a virtue I'm getting better at.

[Calis]

you go to Robinvale dale?

[dale@che]

nah too far to go! not going to mildura either,

[mt1973]

Hi Guys,
Just want to hear anyone opions on making one of these going quicker.
I get 63mph now with stock 175hp Merc 19p prop. Tried a 21p Laser got a few more mph but was loading the motor too much and wouldn't pull !
Can these hulls do 80mph ?
I am thinking of setting it up for circuit racing.
Any help would be good.
Cheers,
Mick

[Calis]

hi mate, i dont think you'll get up near the speeds your twanting with the existing 175. need something a fair bit bigger... prob stating in the 250xs range.

also the weight of the boat will play a big part no matter what donk, prop, setup you play with.

my opinion is looks like a good ski/cruzer. keep it that way and buy something already setup for circuit. i.e. lightweight, bigger donk or modded for that use

some other guys on here could give you a more "educated" answer :D

[jarrahtin]

CALIS is right, Haines are one of the heaviest boats around. Not sure on the signatures but the haines hunter's were made with fibreglass like 3 times thicker, not good at all for circuit racing, too slow off the mark.

as for top speed.... i have seen a 3l 225hp on a haines hunter 1800 do 83MPH also a 2.4l 200hp do not much less on the same boat.

if you were going to do some rougher water races the Haines will do well but in smooth water i would imagine the bullets, labs and force boats will be too quick

just my $0.02

[mt1973]

Thanks for your input guys.

I did plan on alot more hp at some stage. What sort of $$ are we talkn over here for a 250xs or the like ?

Suppose I was thinking this may be a good starting point, even the current setup it is alot of fun in the chop when alot of other boats are going back on the trailers. I have had some comments at the lake about my love for rough water. I have always had fishing boats, this explains liking driving fast in rough water.

[Calis]

no worries mate depends if you want a brand spanka or a pre-loved motor. A 250 would be a good start to get that boat really screaming along. Merc 250sx or Etec 250HO. brand new these are mid to high 20K mark plus you might have to change jack plate and steering and prop/s as well.

but i've seen all sorts of prices depending on who where and how loved the motor is.

yep rough water can be real fun. :smiletest:

[mt1973]

Do you know of anyone that my be good talk to about playing with motors.....$20k is abit to much for me at this stage.

Is it worth spending $5 to $10k on a motor ?
Will I see much perfomance improvement ?

Maybe i should get an inboard ! I'm a car mechanic and a V8 is alot more familiar........they just don't seam to be as much fun to drive.

Cheers,
Mick

[Down Under]

MT1973,

I have a merc 3.0L 225 efi, warmed up a little - excellent condition that i'm wanting to move one and is in your price bracket.
PM me if youre interested.
Cheers

[mt1973]

Cool pm sent.

This gives me some more questions sorry guys...

I'm guessing 3.0lt is gunna give my boat more weight ?
My boat is heavy already would it be better for me to look for a 2.5lt efi
with that kind of hp ?
I see some for sale on this site anyone had one sent over and what kind of dollars are we looking for shipping ?

[jarrahtin]

Cool pm sent.

This gives me some more questions sorry guys...

I'm guessing 3.0lt is gunna give my boat more weight ?
My boat is heavy already would it be better for me to look for a 2.5lt efi
with that kind of hp ?
I see some for sale on this site anyone had one sent over and what kind of dollars are we looking for shipping ?

Yes the 2.5L is lighter but it doesn't have as good low end pull, the 3L has much more low end grunt, just something else to think about

[dale@che]

anyone got a 225hp Optimax around a 05 model computer? got a problem with a boat and may need another one :(

[Beaver.Cleaver]

196911

196912

21ft Superclass new in 2008, 510 Chev 3.3 Whipple supercharger and intercooler, Merlin Block, Eagle crank, Mercury racing hydraulic cam, manley rods, JE flat top pistons, RHS performance CNC alloy heads, SMC Autronic fuel injection system, New MSD HVC Cdi, New MSD Coil, New scorcher distributor, Norskog mechanical gauges with anodised Blue bezels and shifters, Custom water cooled Exhaust, Custom 12" steering extension with in built tab and trim leavers, Custom engine hatch, New Mercury Racing XR sterndrine with 2" shorty sportsmaster, Imco polished hydraulic steering rams, in-dash Trim and tab indicators, polished engine bearers, as new mercury trim tabs and trim motors, Polished capped over gal dual axel trailer, 18" polished rims. plus more! This package presents as new and would suit the fussiest of buyers. The boat is a genuine 100+ mph boat that is capable of towing the kids on the tube. Over $150,000 invested. Price is based on fresh engine with 0 hrs or call to discuss as is options. Keen to sell new boat coming. contact Scott 0416112946.

[Beaver.Cleaver]

More Pictures

196913

196914

[Calis]

Hey Scott nice looking boat. I was telling to a few guys about it being on boatpoint earlier this week actually.

Whats the new boat gonna be?

[Calis]

oh hang on ... let me guess.... your in cairns so it must be a cyclone yeah??;)

[Beaver.Cleaver]

something with a big esky and a fish finder

[Calis]

sounds very relaxing mate

[Beaver.Cleaver]

dale are you still looking for a ssm V drive prop. I have a 15x24 4 blade cleaver. i ran it on my twin turbo with 1.18 gears. I just had it crack tested and balanced for sale.

[dale@che]

how much mate?

is it left hand?

Dale

[Beaver.Cleaver]

$4000 lh

[mt1973]

Hi Guys,

Does anyone have or know of a Merc 200+hp efi needing some work.
I was thinking of a high hrs one I can freshen up maybe. I want to build one up over winter.
I would be interested in any go fast bits it for one as well.

Cheers,
Mick

[Calis]

Hi Guys,

Does anyone have or know of a Merc 200+hp efi needing some work.
I was thinking of a high hrs one I can freshen up maybe. I want to build one up over winter.
I would be interested in any go fast bits it for one as well.

Cheers,
Mick

how high hrs is high?

2006 Mercury 250XS. Done approx 260hours. Has been serviced and maintained by Race Marine its whole life. Is sealed and ready to go to run SMOC or would make a great social boat motor as it is unbelievably economical on fuel. Contact Noel 0408730695 or rogue_racing@iprimus.com.au

[mt1973]

[QUOTE=Calis;1935771]how high hrs is high?

Thanks for the reply Calis. I have sent email to Noel.:smiletest:

By High hrs I meant a motor that is tired I guess ! fishing motor I would say 800+ not realy sure what is high for performance outboards.
Being a motor mechanic I like the idea of putting a motor together.
I was thinking if I could find something cheap enough to start with it might be good project.

[Calis]

cool if anything its worth getting an idea of the coin your gonna have to spend :smiletest:

[mercules1750]

hey buddy how r ya you have inquired with me about my 2.5 ltr on ebay i also have a cpl of other complete engines bit cheaper i have a 95 175 merc 2.5 1 smoked pissy needs a build but very clean and 86/88 225 looper omc low on comps but still runs ok its pretty clean also cheers kev




[QUOTE=Calis;1935771]how high hrs is high?

Thanks for the reply Calis. I have sent email to Noel.:smiletest:

By High hrs I meant a motor that is tired I guess ! fishing motor I would say 800+ not realy sure what is high for performance outboards.
Being a motor mechanic I like the idea of putting a motor together.
I was thinking if I could find something cheap enough to start with it might be good project.

[mt1973]

Thanks mate I was gunna ring today but got side tracked. I will give you a call in the next day or so.

[gmjim]

Hey kev, can you pm me a price on the 175?

[mt1973]

Hi Guys

I have taken in all advice in regards to my boat...thanks all :cheers:
Now i've fitted a jacking plate and started playing with engine heights.

Got a 200hp 2.4 and gunna do all the bolt on stuff to get some more hp.
Shaving heads
WH31 carbys
Reeds..boysen ?? happy to hear of any other choices.
Aftermaket exhaust tuner.

Has anyone got any of this old 2.4 left for sale ? I'm mainly after carby spacer and velocity stacks.

Cheers

[gmjim]

I wouldn't worry about a tuner, what you have already is about the best for the 2.4
What carbs are on it now?

[mt1973]

The 175 on the boat has wh34. I'm using the 200 as parts(it needs a piston)
I've been told heads, carbys, reed block and tuner gets me upto 200hp, then if shave the heads add spacer and stacks that's about it without machining the block...May do that later don't know if it's worth spending too much cash on a 2.4 ?

[Oz Dude]

Howdy All :)

Contrary to popular belief, I'm still alive :D

Got my entry in late last week for the Powerboat...and have spent most afternoons since trying to find the boat under all of the junk and dust.

Hoping to fire it up 2mor arvo. If I'm early enough I might even see if it still likes the water. Just out to have a bit of fun this time round. Entered social class and taking a co-pilot so I don't get lonely :)

So...who's entered what??

Oz :cheers:

[gmjim]

Holy crap!!!! dead man typing!!!!!!!
What weekend is the powerboat on Oz?

mt1973, the 2.4 is a great platform for modifying, just depends how much money you are talking?
Searching on here will land you heaps of info, but i think this link for T-rex's Cherry 2.4 is regarded as one of the best combos for a 2.4.
http://www.byuboyz.com/trex/Cherry2.4.htm
Also, what year model is the 175 & the 200?? Does the 175 have a vertical or horizontal front half? you will need to swap that aswell if it is vert. for the 200 horz., aswell as the 200's tuner, carbs etc.

[mercules1750]

Howdy All :)

Contrary to popular belief, I'm still alive :D

Got my entry in late last week for the Powerboat...and have spent most afternoons since trying to find the boat under all of the junk and dust.

Hoping to fire it up 2mor arvo. If I'm early enough I might even see if it still likes the water. Just out to have a bit of fun this time round. Entered social class and taking a co-pilot so I don't get lonely :)

So...who's entered what??

Oz :cheers:



hey oz r u running the bridge we will be down there for it see ya there if it where u r talkin about :cheers:

[Oz Dude]

Hey Mate...

Race is on Sunday 2 May.

Powerboat
1 Up Ski Race
Circuit Boats (Windsor)
Drags (Windsor)

Should be a good day. I just hope I can remember how to steer it :p

Off to bed now - my typing is brief but pointless :D

Oz:cheers:

[Oz Dude]

Mercules - yup that's the one.

Briefing is on Friday night so I'll find out what my grid time is.

Are you racing or drinking?? :)

Oz

[mercules1750]

Mercules - yup that's the one.

Briefing is on Friday night so I'll find out what my grid time is.

Are you racing or drinking?? :)

Oz


hey oz yep im drinking but after the boat im lookin after hopefully finishes it we have just had to take the injection of and go back to carbs on a s3000 on 1750 tunnel deck we were gonna be unlimited mono but now 2700cc sports or sumthin like that and yet to test with the carbs this weekend will be hectic but all the same lookin forward to it either way the bridge not hectic :thumbsup:

[dale@che]

they wouldnt let us enter as she is too young.. even tho she is beating ,ost of the under 16's...

[mercules1750]

they wouldnt let us enter as she is too young.. even tho she is beating ,ost of the under 16's...



hey dale is that uhpbc decision or cause of this new unlimited ban still sux tho :icon_bs:

[dale@che]

no idea mate, i think it is a UHPBC rule. i know she would have no problems averaging 85-87mph..

in better news i hear one of the memebers here has his new force? come on put the pics up!!

after more than 2 years i have my car running again.. soft tune up and hitting the boost cut at 1000ft it still went 8.2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awCFvsMI5_E

[Oz Dude]

It was good to catch up with a few S&F members on Sunday at the B2B and a good day seemed to be had by all.

I had more fun than a dog with 2 doodles :D :cheers: :D

Oz

[Bullet 1650]

It was good to catch up with a few S&F members on Sunday at the B2B and a good day seemed to be had by all.

I had more fun than a dog with 2 doodles :D :cheers: :D

Oz

Oz - It was a great day, i should have done this race years ago.

Great to finally put a face to the name... Well done on your class win!

Cheers

[rcleaver]

It is good to put some faces to your S&F post names. I also had a ball and a class win with my fastest time ever for my 25th Bridge to Bridge. Keep racing - talking on here about you passion for fast boats and I hope to see you again at a race in the furure.

[jarrahtin]

It is good to put some faces to your S&F post names. I also had a ball and a class win with my fastest time ever for my 25th Bridge to Bridge. Keep racing - talking on here about you passion for fast boats and I hope to see you again at a race in the furure.


What boat were you as i prob have a photo of you flying past

[Bullet 1650]

Anyone get pics of my boat - number 74, name "STVN" ?

Cheers

Adam

[jarrahtin]

Anyone get pics of my boat - number 74, name "STVN" ?

Cheers

Adam

Yes, the only STV in the race is sort of hard to miss

all the photos i took are in the website but here are a couple


http://www.obsessiveboating.com/index.php?option=com_igallery&view=igcategory&id=11&Itemid=58

[gmst2]

Do you have any shots of The Secret 36 and Windsor Riverview 35.
Both boats were in the Offshore class.

Interestingly I haven't seen any boat with those names offshore racing.

I would have thought to compete in a class you should actually race in that class :confused:

[jarrahtin]

Do you have any shots of The Secret 36 and Windsor Riverview 35.
Both boats were in the Offshore class.

Interestingly I haven't seen any boat with those names offshore racing.

I would have thought to compete in a class you should actually race in that class :confused:

i shall check

[mercules1750]

What boat were you as i prob have a photo of you flying past


hey buddy you get any pics of #39 kwick trip be great to see if you did

[jarrahtin]

hey buddy you get any pics of #39 kwick trip be great to see if you did

Yup i got almost every boat that came past

the rest are up on the website.
And all pics can be emailed at original res if you find any of your team you like. No charge, i am in it for the love not money (and no OZ that does not include Sexual favours)

does anyone have any speed figures on the these boats, i heard even some of the 1 up outboards were doing in the 90's MPH

[rcleaver]

Jarrahtin my number was 94 and it is a yellow tunnel deck Bullet. Love to see a photo from the bank!!

[jarrahtin]

Do you have any shots of The Secret 36 and Windsor Riverview 35.
Both boats were in the Offshore class.

Interestingly I haven't seen any boat with those names offshore racing.

I would have thought to compete in a class you should actually race in that class :confused:

i found one but some pics dont show the numbers very well

[jarrahtin]

Jarrahtin my number was 94 and it is a yellow tunnel deck Bullet. Love to see a photo from the bank!!

Here tis
i took about 2 of each boat and picked the best one so i might have another worth showing

[gmst2]

Thanks for posting the shots :cheers:

One is a Force, the other appears to be Rib.

Never seen either boat at an offshore race

[Oz Dude]

Yup i got almost every boat that came past

the rest are up on the website.
And all pics can be emailed at original res if you find any of your team you like. No charge, i am in it for the love not money (and no OZ that does not include Sexual favours)

does anyone have any speed figures on the these boats, i heard even some of the 1 up outboards were doing in the 90's MPH

Funny you should pick me out for sexual favours - considering you only got a shot of the a$$ of my boat :leaving:

Oz :cool:

[mercules1750]

Yup i got almost every boat that came past

the rest are up on the website.
And all pics can be emailed at original res if you find any of your team you like. No charge, i am in it for the love not money (and no OZ that does not include Sexual favours)

does anyone have any speed figures on the these boats, i heard even some of the 1 up outboards were doing in the 90's MPH



hey buddy cheers kwick trip had a top speed of 110mph we finished 10th fastest overall great effort for a 1st attempt :thumbsup:

[dale@che]

good work guys,

this happed out the front of my place at ebenezer..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX-2BP-Lw4c

[precision1]

Dale--- Right place at the right time

Richard are you going to Mildura still?

[mercules1750]

good work guys,

this happed out the front of my place at ebenezer..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX-2BP-Lw4c





hey dale awesome bit of footage and you also got our boat kwick trip in there he looked like he was smokin past there but sorry for corey hope he gets back out there

[dale@che]

i didnt take the vid, just found it on youtube :)

your boat was flying mate! good work!

[dash]

anyone get any pics of my boat. Number 40 "Cover craft" ?

[jarrahtin]

anyone get any pics of my boat. Number 40 "Cover craft" ?

YUP
Almost too quick for me..........

[Calis]

yeah Sunday was a good day for sure...

vids from inside Agitator.

Agitator from the inside http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2JMe9PW4Bk&feature=related

close moment!

2 x speed from the start http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPWrn1SCwTY&feature=related

Theres one coming looking forward off the deck as well im told.

[antic55]

hey everyone dont know if youve seen these photos but check these out.

http://www.robstorum.com.au/index.php/events/power-boats/2010-bridge-to-bridge-power-boat-race/

[dale@che]

guys

i got a few parts to move if you know anyone looking for things.

got a Dan Olsen oil cooler, -16 water lines and -10 oil lines
bell housing to suit turbo bolt pattern V drive
flywheel to suit BBC V Drive

still got a 5 drive as well, it is in pieces and has 1.33 gears, inspection welcome,

[Calis]

...........................its like a ghost town around here.....................

[jarrahtin]

...........................its like a ghost town around here.....................

i had not been on for quite a while, new website but no posts

[Calis]

i had not been on for quite a while, new website but no posts

nice hows Obsessive Boating going.

That shenanigans turned out nice.

Needs some more feature boats!

[jarrahtin]

i AM in need, yes.
if you have any before and after's let me know cause i am happy to post

I am in the middle of an upgrade of a 1800 Haines Hunter, Respray with a brand new 250HO E-Tec, the way these motors perform it should get some good speed out of a haines

[jarrahtin]

Also shenanigans is about to get a 2.4L Merc, i will have to post some pics of that too

[mt1973]

i AM in need, yes.
if you have any before and after's let me know cause i am happy to post

I am in the middle of an upgrade of a 1800 Haines Hunter, Respray with a brand new 250HO E-Tec, the way these motors perform it should get some good speed out of a haines

That sounds interesting...to me anyway !!
What sort of speed you expecting out of the haines 1800 ...my sig 1700s only has 175hp and I can't get over 64mph.

[jarrahtin]

We were getting 70MPH 2 up with the old 2.4L 200HP merc

[mt1973]

We were getting 70MPH 2 up with the old 2.4L 200HP merc

What prop were you running ?

I am doing a 2.4 up, maybe there is some hope of 70-75mph out of mine ?

[critta]

Quiet on the river today. We skied from Wisemans to Windsor and back and didn't see a soul.

[jarrahtin]

What prop were you running ?

I am doing a 2.4 up, maybe there is some hope of 70-75mph out of mine ?

It was a 24 pitch chopper 3 blade

[Calis]

hey critta hows the boat going? remind me what you guys went with in the end

[critta]

hey critta hows the boat going? remind me what you guys went with in the end

Ended up getting a 21 Force with 300xs. Went with a race hull with a few social mods.
I love it, still haven't set it up properly yet. I took it outside last week for the first time and in big messy water we won the manly-newcastle race.
How is your boat going?

[dale@che]

Quiet on the river today. We skied from Wisemans to Windsor and back and didn't see a soul.

thats cause it is bloody icey out there :)

[Calis]

thats cause it is bloody icey out there :)

yeah I was thinking the same!

[Calis]

ahh nice that was you guys who won syd-new....

my boats gong no where....lol... but thats entirely due to me wanting to build some custom bits for the foot rest and console....and not having much time to do it.
came up better then I expected for an amateur and had heaps of help from S&F.

http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/8057/footrestsmall.jpg
might have seen it posted in the Fiberglassing section of the forum.


so basically boat will be all ready in a few weeks... which prob means a month :)

[critta]

yeah I was thinking the same!

I was driving, didn't get my feet wet and kept my jeans on. Girls said the water was freezing, but u know u can't believe chicks!

calis you've got more patience than me. She'll be well worth the effort on that maiden voyage

[dale@che]

ahh nice that was you guys who won syd-new....

my boats gong no where....lol... but thats entirely due to me wanting to build some custom bits for the foot rest and console....and not having much time to do it.
came up better then I expected for an amateur and had heaps of help from S&F.

http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/8057/footrestsmall.jpg
might have seen it posted in the Fiberglassing section of the forum.


so basically boat will be all ready in a few weeks... which prob means a month :)

thats looking tops mate :)

[Calis]

thanks guys

yeah patience is my middle name at the moment. speakers and switch panel are installed on the console but dont have current pic.
actually Im glad I did it cause I wanted something unique and actually do something other then just faulking out the dosh!
I have a new healthy respect for guys who do this stuff for a living... its time consuming to build something from nothin.

I might have it out for the next offshore in August.

[critta]

Hey Dale, i think i know what your thinking!

Calis, now the offshore would be a great debut

[dale@che]

what am i thinking Pat?

[Calis]

would it be something to do with needing a boat for the offshore? *grins*

[dale@che]

hahah me on a ski out there would be a sight to see...

[Calis]

:D

pat whats the name of ya boat?

[critta]

what am i thinking Pat?

fibreglassing and boat hull layouts

[critta]

:D

pat whats the name of ya boat?

Critta

[dale@che]

fibreglassing and boat hull layouts

hahahah yep :) will put some pics up next week :) first 3 will be on the water shortly.. 2 with 300xs and the 3rd will either be a 250ho or a 300xs :)

[Calis]

nice you building boats now mate?

[dale@che]

just in on a deal thats only happened this week but i did mention it to Pat on the phone the other day :)

ill get some pics up asap for you guys

[jarrahtin]

[QUOTE=critta;2002091]Ended up getting a 21 Force with 300xs. QUOTE]

Any pics

[dale@che]

hope you dont mind Pat

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs014.snc4/34057_10150221483800179_515900178_13300244_8085868_n.jpg

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs396.snc3/24084_1316025575089_1064192279_30776903_6330871_n.jpg

[Calis]

thanks dale, and nice pat!

question for ya pat, do those little wind breaker lips on the windscreen work?
thinking of putting a small one on the SC latter down the track if they are effective.

[critta]

No probs Dale, cause after 10years on forums i still don't know how to link photos. 2nd photo was the maiden voyage

Calis, the wind deflector seems to work really well. Im 6'2" and the wind goes over me

[Calis]

No probs Dale, cause after 10years on forums i still don't know how to link photos. 2nd photo was the maiden voyage

Calis, the wind deflector seems to work really well. Im 6'2" and the wind goes over me

good to hear. its funny cause some mates of mine who arent really boaters have said after looking at the SC "where or are you going to put on a windscreen" :p

Im like yeah, that IS the windscreen........:D

[dale@che]

photos are easy Pat,

those ones are off facebook, just right click on the photo and copy the link

then do it like this

{img} photo link.jpg {/img}

replace the { and } with [ and ]

[jarrahtin]

photos are easy Pat,

those ones are off facebook, just right click on the photo and copy the link

then do it like this

{img} photo link.jpg {/img}

replace the { and } with [ and ]

You lost me at Right Click!!!!

[mt1973]

Hi Guys,

I have myself another project....thats what happens when there is room in the shed :rolleyes:
I need to fill it.

Anyone know anything about Millennium hulls. I have googled them but can't find much in the way build history or any performance comments.

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[mercules1750]

chris tucker builds the hulls 0411667578

[dale@che]

ill have some pics on thursday for you guys... the moulds are at the glassers now and 1st boat is getting started on thursday.. a light weight with a 300xs on the back for a training boat for Shantelle..

[Calis]

Nice dale so what are these boats exactley? Or is that a secret

[dale@che]

pretty much the same as your boat mate.. just the usuall different deck that they all have :)

[Calis]

Haha fair enough mate..

[dale@che]

does your superclass have a v running plank? i was looking at a inboard one yesterday and the bottom was identical to a connelly,

[mt1973]

chris tucker builds the hulls 0411667578

Thanks I give him a call.
There is a phone number on the sticker on the hull....tried ringing, it rang out a couple times.
Have you had anything to do with this type/model hull ?

[Calis]

Haha fair enough mate..

[Calis]

Yes mate it does. its interesting cause I've seen some older connellys with
a non v running plank.
They are all essentially the same. I'm told the superclass is slighty wider then the connelly.

[dale@che]

only the 19ft had a flat plank, all the 21's have a V plank,

the super class has wider sides, the free board bends out a little more, chimes down they are the same..

[Calis]

Ahh that's what it is.
So how many of these boats are getting made? Are u guys planning to manufacture?

[dale@che]

yep ill make as many as i can sell.. the glasser is setup for production... reckons he can bang a boat out in 4 weeks..

Go WEBBER BTW

[Bullshot]

Hi Guys,

I have myself another project....thats what happens when there is room in the shed :rolleyes:
I need to fill it.

Anyone know anything about Millennium hulls. I have googled them but can't find much in the way build history or any performance comments.



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Hey Mick, do you still have the haines or is this the replacment?

[mt1973]

Hey Mick, do you still have the haines or is this the replacment?

Hi Kim

Still got it for now....it's going up for sale soon I guess.

Kinda had a rush of blood and brought the millennium, the 2.4 I am build will go on this now.

[jcf1]

looking for a 1750 light weight tunnel deck bullet. please PM if you know where there is one for sale.
cheers

[jarrahtin]

Hi Guys,
I am after the colour code for RED for the haines hunter 1800so midd 1980's,
am in the process of respraying the boat and am trying to colour match but Huntsman does not exist anymore,
if anyone has any ideas or could point me in the right direction........

[jcf1]

for sale 1800 hand laid Bullet built by origional bullet boat Co

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/BULLET-1800-/170513364620?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_Boats&hash=item27b363768c

[GregAdams]

Huntsman Chemicals has been renamed as Nupol Composites.

[Calis]

pics....

where are they.....

:p

[dale@che]

getting some tonight :)

[Calis]

getting some tonight :)

legend:thumbsup:...

[Bullet no1]

does anyone know where i can get a bottom pan for a 2.5 F1 cowl. doesn't have to have the plate... in brissy or near

[jarrahtin]

Thanks for the info on the Haines group guys, unfortunatly no ddetails could be found so we are going to colour match instead.

Getting a brand new 250hp HO E-Tec and was after some info on the workings of the rev limiter. i heard they have like a 3 stage protection system and was hoping someone could shed some light on the details

Cheers

[Calis]

Thanks for the info on the Haines group guys, unfortunatly no ddetails could be found so we are going to colour match instead.

Getting a brand new 250hp HO E-Tec and was after some info on the workings of the rev limiter. i heard they have like a 3 stage protection system and was hoping someone could shed some light on the details

Cheers

sign up to this mate: http://www.etecownersgroup.com

heaps of good info specific on Etec. NOt a huge forum but a good start.

Post ya questions on there and track down Huey or LIQUIDNIRVANA they seem to know everything that is everything Evinrude and Etec. :thumbsup:

[dale@che]

got some pics for you boys... you saw them here first :)

http://www.castlehillexhaust.com.au/files/envyboat1.jpg

[dale@che]

web site is still to be sorted out but something i did when i was bored today

www.envyperformanceboats.com.au (http://www.envyperformanceboats.com.au)

[BUSHWACKER]

The pics of the boat :thumbsup: and what ya have so on the site look great :iagree:
What are the specs on the boat? Just so we know. :confused:

[dale@che]

thanks mate, got my web guy doing a whole new site for me i just need the time to sit down and give him all the info which will take a few days and time just isnt on my side at the moment doing my normal car work during the day and having a 9 week old daughter at home there isnt a lot of time spare!

the boats are 21ft long and have very clean lines, nice straight bottom, nice moulded in windscreen with dash board moulded in, we are in the process of getting the second boat layed up and some new seat moulds made to suit the look of the boat better than the normal bucket style seats and a new rear lounge with moulded in head rests etc

the fuel and ballast tanks are actually seperate to the boat unlike many others where they are using the hull and bearers as the tank, this will mean that there will never be a fuel or water leak from either of the tanks, the standard boat will have 250L fuel tank, 200L ballast tank etc.

the boats are made with vinyl ester resin and directional glass, the hulls have Klegecell foam used to stifen the hull and sides etc..

that boat is a full resin infused boat, it will be getting a 300xs on it and will be used as a training boat. the second boat will also have a 300xs on it and then a stern drive boat will be made and fitted with a 502 mercruser with a pro charger on it.

[woodduck]

lhttp://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p72/woodduck-1967/jc1.jpg

[woodduck]

Looks similiar, What are yours based on?

[dale@che]

similar but a lot different on the deck

[eggegg]

The boat looks good.

Etec 250HO rev limit is 6150. There is a soft limiter than comes in under that around 6050 I believe but I can't tell that one on ours. Basically the EMM fattens the fuel oil mix to slow it up and protect it. If you have skiers run prop around 5850.

[jcf1]

for sale 1800 hand laid Bullet built by origional bullet boat Co

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/BULLET-1800-/170513364620?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_Boats&hash=item27b363768c

boat needs to go. this would be a great deal for someone
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/BULLET-1800-/170515737069?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_Boats&hash=item27b387a9ed

[dale@che]

for sale

2005 21ft connelly craft, 225 opti max, new carpet, new fuel tank, sitting on Carpeted enclosed easy tow trailer
$40k

call 0412 044 456 or pM me

[Calis]

Danny took it out with me on Sat and ran a few props.
Best "all rounder" was Raker II. Got into the 80's on GPS virtually straight off without tweaking anything else.

Wondering what the Tempest Plus will do when I get a chance to run it.
I cant really drive the thing flat stick all trimmed out yet, need more time in the seat before that :)

Here are a few pics nothing fancy will get some better ones later.

http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/3764/rampsmall.jpg
http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/5002/ramp2small.jpg
http://img835.imageshack.us/img835/393/water22.jpg
http://img821.imageshack.us/img821/4417/water21.jpg

Danny if ya lurking out there and reading this YOU ARE A LEGEND!

[dale@che]

awesome work mate!! looks tops

[Calis]

thanks mate!

[jarrahtin]

Looks great
how is the 250 HO?
we are about to put one on ours.

[Calis]

well so far... very quiet, fast, and heeeaps of mid range response...

cant really tell you anything else until I get more time on it mate.

oh.. and very good looking.

I think you will be very happy with it.

[gmjim]

Looks hot mate!!

[jarrahtin]

Once again i got pics of ALMOST all boats from the weekends H120 that came past if anybody is interested215656

[dale@che]

we had a awesome weekend out there,

saturday won sub Jnr boys social with a time of 16:20 or so, sunday smashed the record by over 8min off there times which are a little out... i have the down run at about 27min and the return run at 30min and they reckon did a 1:00:21 or something...

[jarrahtin]

we had a awesome weekend out there,

saturday won sub Jnr boys social with a time of 16:20 or so, sunday smashed the record by over 8min off there times which are a little out... i have the down run at about 27min and the return run at 30min and they reckon did a 1:00:21 or something...

What boat and number were you guys, i will see what i have for you

[dale@che]

14 on saturday arvo and 131 on sunday

[critta]

Once again i got pics of ALMOST all boats from the weekends H120 that came past if anybody is interested215656

Im interested, where are the photos?

[dale@che]

this is some my olds took from our place at ebenezer... unfortunatly starting 131 on sunday ment a lot of boats that had to be passed on the down run.. they started back for the return leg number 82 so passed a lot,

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http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs367.snc4/45057_1607319107938_1384982633_31638667_3466470_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs367.snc4/45057_1607319147939_1384982633_31638668_31466_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs394.snc4/45741_1607319227941_1384982633_31638669_1338424_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs153.ash2/40983_1607319347944_1384982633_31638672_2221535_n.jpg

[jarrahtin]

a couple from saturday and then saturday afternoon, a little fang @ 80MPH to make me feal better about not racing

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then Sunday, unfortunatly i had someone helping me take the photos so i could actually watch some of the race, however i now have a lot more out of focus than normal...... will post some more once i filter out the blury ones

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[jarrahtin]

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[critta]

nice photos!!!
Where abouts were you??

[jarrahtin]

Lower Portland, opposite souths juniors,

Critta, i can only guess the F19 force with "CRITTA" writen down the side was you????

[jarrahtin]

I noticed there were a lot of teams comming through with cameras strapped either to the boat, driver or observer.
if anybody has this footage posted anywhere i would love to see it.....

[dale@che]

yep thats pats boat but it is a F21 not a f19,

the footage will come up on you tube soon!

[jarrahtin]

The new and improved Haines hunter had its first run on the weekend using 0.7 litres an hour at idle,
went straight to rev limiter with 27p shooter @ 75MPH. If anybody is running these 250HO motors on a heavier boat i would love to know what props you run as i will need to go shopping.

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[dale@che]

a mate has one on a 19ft cyclone, it goes low 80's 2 up with a 28p ill find out what model, its a stock merc prop i know that, he has a 30p and it goes low 90's boat only but wont pull 2 skiers out

[Capt.Insane-o]

awesome action shots!

[jarrahtin]

a mate has one on a 19ft cyclone, it goes low 80's 2 up with a 28p ill find out what model, its a stock merc prop i know that, he has a 30p and it goes low 90's boat only but wont pull 2 skiers out

Cheers

[Calis]

The new and improved Haines hunter had its first run on the weekend using 0.7 litres an hour at idle,
went straight to rev limiter with 27p shooter @ 75MPH. If anybody is running these 250HO motors on a heavier boat i would love to know what props you run as i will need to go shopping.

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hey mate the haines looks real nice hey.
and how good do the etecs look! I love em...

I have a 29 tempest plus I'm yet to try on mine. you can give it a spin if you want. cant be for a couple of weekends though. i'm happy to cruze down and meet you somewhere if ya interested.

[jarrahtin]

hey mate the haines looks real nice hey.
and how good do the etecs look! I love em...

I have a 29 tempest plus I'm yet to try on mine. you can give it a spin if you want. cant be for a couple of weekends though. i'm happy to cruze down and meet you somewhere if ya interested.

Sounds like something worth doing, then i can check out your "force seeking missile" at the same time. where abouts on the river are you?

[Calis]

"force seeking missile"
haha...yeah well its just a little dig at force really.... just bit of fun seeings they are the aussie boats of the choice for the moment...

we dont have a place on the river. do you?
I can meet you anywhere.
I'll just put in at brooklyn and cruze on down.

I did brooklyn to just before sackville late after the H120 so no problem in travelling. :D

[jarrahtin]

"force seeking missile"
haha...yeah well its just a little dig at force really.... just bit of fun seeings they are the aussie boats of the choice for the moment...

we dont have a place on the river. do you?
I can meet you anywhere.
I'll just put in at brooklyn and cruze on down.

I did brooklyn to just before sackville late after the H120.

Yeah, we have a place at lower portland
between lower portland ferry and cliftonville, if you are ever in the area you and see a the haines drop in for a beer.
if we were to meet then, off the top of my head, wisemans ferry would be ok, almost half way to brooklyn and has some sandy patches.
also past there is mainly mangroves and not many beaches but whatever suits you i am easy

[critta]

Yeah, we have a place at lower portland
between lower portland ferry and cliftonville, if you are ever in the area you and see a the haines drop in for a beer.
if we were to meet then, off the top of my head, wisemans ferry would be ok, almost half way to brooklyn and has some sandy patches.
also past there is mainly mangroves and not many beaches but whatever suits you i am easy

Saw you guys sitting on the bank yesterday. At least now i know who im starring at. I took the girls to Sackville for a social ski.
I've got a fair few props at my van at Wisemans your all welcome to come and try. I was running a 29 Tempest plus when we skiied past. Boat only has got 91mph, too big with the skiers though. On our 1800 Bullet 1up it got 80mph.
I thought the best prop on the Etecs was a Raker?

[jarrahtin]

Yeah I saw you turn around right in front of us I will have to check out the boat next time I Am up that way, had a training run to the first ferry at wisemans on Saturday for the boats first run, needs some hight adjusting and what not, but the new motor is awesome

[critta]

Yeah I saw you turn around right in front of us I will have to check out the boat next time I Am up that way, had a training run to the first ferry at wisemans on Saturday for the boats first run, needs some hight adjusting and what not, but the new motor is awesome

I was looking hard cause i thought it was Luke Nixon's boat.
Just don't let the motor run out of fuel
How fast so far?

We're down the river every Sunday

[jarrahtin]

72mph so far but that was with 27 shooter and the motor almost 4' below pad, can't raise yet as the ski pole is too short. Hopefully next weekend it will be lengthened. Should get more yet. Yeah the sign writing is not done yet so it does look like luke's, but the extra 25hp gives it away. love the motor!!! There is supposed to be a usage meter built in but I havn't worked out how to set it up yet. So far I can only get the clock to show greenwich time, it won't save. But I also have not read the manual yet, partly because I am a man and instructions are for women!!!!!!

Thats 2 from 2 with 29' Tempest, sounds like it might be one to try

[Calis]

72mph so far but that was with 27 shooter and the motor almost 4' below pad, can't raise yet as the ski pole is too short. Hopefully next weekend it will be lengthened. Should get more yet. Yeah the sign writing is not done yet so it does look like luke's, but the extra 25hp gives it away. love the motor!!! There is supposed to be a usage meter built in but I havn't worked out how to set it up yet. So far I can only get the clock to show greenwich time, it won't save. But I also have not read the manual yet, partly because I am a man and instructions are for women!!!!!!

Thats 2 from 2 with 29' Tempest, sounds like it might be one to try

sounds like its coming along mate.
Are you using icommand that came with the motor?
if so go here and click away at your own leisure. http://www.evinrude.com/BRPHtml/EvinrudeWorld-I-Command/index.htm
I havent got around the whole system yet and keep pressing wrong buttons, but hey when im out on the boat im having too much fun to care, but when I come in I think, crap, I should have checked this or that. :D

since ya still a way off from level with the pad try and get the add on water pressure flow sensor installed if you haven't already so once you go higher you have some visual on what its doing, just to be safe when raising the motor.
SKU no. is 765038 but i think there are different ones for the different models of 250HO. not sure what you got but I'm ordering one soon.

[jarrahtin]

since ya still a way off from level with the pad try and get the add on water pressure flow sensor installed if you haven't already so once you go higher you have some visual on what its doing, just to be safe when raising the motor.
SKU no. is 765038 but i think there are different ones for the different models of 250HO. not sure what you got but I'm ordering one soon.

Yes ICommand.
Are you saying the motors dont come with water preasure sensors.......... all the sensors in the motor (some seeming a bit pointless) and no water preasure sensor??????

[Calis]

yep. to my knowledge the water pressure sensor is additional.
also the HO comes "high flow" water pickup screens but you can also purchase "ultra high flow" screens if needed.

this is good to know as well: http://www.etecownersgroup.com/post?id=4718127

And the sweet spot for the 250 in RPMs at WOT is about 5600- 5800 apparently.

[critta]

Hey Calais, how fast have u been so far?

[Calis]

its gone 82mph so far using an evinrude 25' 4 blade something..... I cant remember what prop it was but I think it was the Renegade...lol

I'm using a Raker II 22' for all round use and it does 72mph maybe 1 or 2mph more trimmed right out and motor jacked up with only me before hitting the limiter at 6000.
gotta watch the hight with the 22' cause the smaller pitch ventilates much easier when too high. Raker works best around 2inch to maybe 1.5inch off the pad.

I have the 29' Tempest Plus but been to lazy to test. :p

I saw your getting 92 or something from the force?

[jarrahtin]

its gone 82mph so far using an evinrude 25' 4 blade something..... I cant remember what prop it was but I think it was the Renegade...lol

I'm using a Raker II 22' for all round use and it does 72mph maybe 1 or 2mph more trimmed right out and motor jacked up with only me before hitting the limiter at 6000.
gotta watch the hight with the 22' cause the smaller pitch ventilates much easier when too high. Raker works best around 2inch to maybe 1.5inch off the pad.

I have the 29' Tempest Plus but been to lazy to test. :p

I saw your getting 92 or something from the force?

i spoke to the mariner who said due to the saftey systems in the etec and the fact that (at this stage at least) we will have no need to go above 2 inches below pad the water preasure sensor is not required, however i have ordered the memory module, which will give the ability to have fuel management and some other things added to the gauges

i will be testing 1 or 2 props this sunday at our park at lower portland, you are welcome to join if your not too "lazy". Just look for the HUGE new retaining wall.

Critta - What props do you have that i can try out as the time has come to get this sorted. Also your running a one of those mercury things so i could only really test the flo torque props.

[Calis]

mate, would love to this weekend but got a big family doo on Sat and Sun. I will be taking the boat out but from some family "cruzing" time only :-)
next weekend or one after is good for me also so I'm still ok to come on down any of those days as well.

"we will have no need to go above 2 inches below pad the water preasure sensor is not required"
yeah hes right.
Do you have a hyd jackplate? if you do I would say get the sensor straight away but looks like you dont?

Do you have a hub kit for the etec to use flo torque merc props? if not someone should have one or I can send you mine.

[jarrahtin]

"Do you have a hub kit for the flo torque merc props? if not someone should have one or I can send you mine."
Yeah i have one but have not actually swapped one out before, although it doesnt look too hard.....
No just a manual jack plate, the setup is too heavey already without the need to make it sink

Never mind there will be plenty more weekends, the fridge will always be stocked.

i just know, and Critta will possibly back me up when i say how different the experence is having a beach to ski from. we will be triing to be up most weekends so if your in the area.........

[Calis]

"i just know, and Critta will possibly back me up when i say how different the experence is having a beach to ski from"

yep it is. my family lived/skied on Lake Macquarie for 30years and one of the reasons is there are beaches to ski from!

[jarrahtin]

What makes it evan easier for us is we are in freash water.
the last motor got flushed about 3 times in 20 odd years

[Calis]

yeah that is a plus for sure. We've always had inboards and having to pull it down twice a year due to salt.
i'm still a be wary of brackish water but.

[Calis]

"no just a manual jack plate, the setup is too heavey already without the need to make it sink"

my bobs 6inch is only 20kgs... so if ya turf the manual plate which say weights 8 -12kg, thats only 8kg extra :thumbsup:

[jarrahtin]

"no just a manual jack plate, the setup is too heavey already without the need to make it sink"

my bobs 6inch is only 20kgs... so if ya turf the manual plate which say weights 8 -12kg, thats only 8kg extra :thumbsup:

fare enough, hey how good is the trim height stopper...... so simple yet soooo effective.

82mph is extreamly good from a 25' prop on a 21 foot boat, thats like 5% slip, would be nice to see what you get from the 29' Tempest

[Calis]

yeah I've seen the trim height stopper but never changed/used it. it is good for sure.

I'm hoping the tempest will do up to 90mph so 8mph more. dunno will be interesting to see what revs it will generate.

[jarrahtin]

yeah I've seen the trim height stopper but never changed/used it. it is good for sure.

I'm hoping the tempest will do up to 90mph so 8mph more. dunno will be interesting to see what revs it will generate.

is your superclass an ultra light weight hull?? do you know the rough weight???

[Calis]

its semi-light weight i've been told around 350 - 400 we think but it was never weighed.

hey funny question I was looking at the manual the other day and realised the flush hole ..lol... do you use it? i was just using the rabbit ears to flush.
the things you miss.....

[jarrahtin]

Hahahahaha
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yeah the etecs have an attachment to plug the hose almost straight in to the tell tail instead of stuffing arround with the ears
we probably wont use it too often being fresh water but it is a cool feature, Do you have the memory module? are you using the fuel management features??? like fuel used this trip, total, current usage
i should be getting the memory module hopefully today giving all the fuel management functionallity

[Calis]

i always loose the ears so im glade its there LOL.

I dont believe I have the memory module.
I can see the fuel flow/usage page. is that the one you mean?

I got 2 x 3.5" gauges with my etec. Is that what you got?

[jarrahtin]

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Yeah we got the 2 large gauges,
we also got 3 small ones to fill the wholes form the old gauges
so we can run all data at once
Yeah the fuel usage page is the one, but the page only displays current usage unless you get the memory module.
we will be able to tell the system how much fuel we have in the tank and it will tell me-
>how much we have used
>how much is left in the tank
>warn me when getting low
>tell me how far we have come on the tank (with GPS module)
>estimate how far we have to go before empty (with GPS module)

apparently it also adds some functionality to other areas but i need to look into it

@ $120 it seems well worth it

[Calis]

yeah it is worth it for sure.

"we will be able to tell the system how much fuel we have in the tank and it will tell me-"
thats what I need. I have a sensor in my tank but its not hooked up to anything so essentially I dont have a fuel gauge so that is the next best thing.

[Calis]

yeah it is worth it for sure.

"we will be able to tell the system how much fuel we have in the tank and it will tell me-"
thats what I need. I have a sensor in my tank but its not hooked up to anything so essentially I dont have a fuel gauge so that is the next best thing.

[jarrahtin]

yeah it is worth it for sure.

"we will be able to tell the system how much fuel we have in the tank and it will tell me-"
thats what I need. I have a sensor in my tank but its not hooked up to anything so essentially I dont have a fuel gauge so that is the next best thing.
It is Better!!!!!
Most accurate fuel gauge you will ever get, and if you have the GPS module it can estimate how long you have before you run out... Cool feature

[Calis]

good stuff!. I have GPS module so bring it on!
I better place an order then.

and I've just gotta say it again... how sexy does the etec look!!

[jarrahtin]

good stuff!. I have GPS module so bring it on!
I better place an order then.

and I've just gotta say it again... how sexy does the etec look!!

mighty fine!!!217105

be careful the misses might get jealous

[Calis]

haha she knows the score! :thumbsup:

http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/3821/sexyetec1.jpg

[Calis]

you went hydraulic steering in the end? which one?

[jarrahtin]

you went hydraulic steering in the end? which one?

I will have to get back to you on that.....
it makes it a pleasure to drive, real easy to use, but not as responsive as cable so took a bit of getting used to.
a one inch movement with cable is like a 5 inch movement with hydraulic.

[jarrahtin]

you went hydraulic steering in the end? which one?

I will have to get back to you on that.....
it makes it a pleasure to drive, real easy to use, but not as responsive as cable so took a bit of getting used to.
a one inch movement with cable is like a 5 inch movement with hydraulic.

Yay !!! i just received my memory module!!!!!!:smiletest::smiletest::smiletest:

[mt1973]

Hi Guys
Looking for a 2nd hand Trophy or Tempest 23 or 24p prop. Anyone got one for sale ?
Cheers

[jarrahtin]

No but I do have a 24p weed chopper if anybody is interested...

[jarrahtin]

Good results from the weekend....
27p trophy spun to 86mph on the new and improved Haines, not a bad effort for a 700kg boat, it had more so next to try is a 28 or 29p

[Calis]

nice mate. what RPM did you have with the 27p?
I ordered the fuel management chip thingy today and the WP sensor. :p

[jarrahtin]

We made it all the way to 5800rpm. You won't be unhappy with the memory module.

[jarrahtin]

i have a 24p Weed Chopper a 27p shooter and an old school Jacking plate i am getting rid of if anybody is interested.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120623006521&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:AU:1123

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120624216496&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:AU:1123

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[Calis]

got my water pressure sensor and memory chip today. *grins*

[jarrahtin]

got my water pressure sensor and memory chip today. *grins*

you will not be unhappy.

You going to Wisemans for the races this weekend, i am hoping to head up Sunday for the day

[dale@che]

our first boat will be out of the mould this week, need to make a choice on the engine...

whats would you guys go for keeping in mind its only a social/training boat and will not be raced

250 pro xs
250 HO ETEC
250 verado

[olmo40]

Suzuki 250 ss or Yamaha sho 4 stroke ,

[dale@che]

the ones listed are the only options unfortunatly

[Calis]

hey dale will be good to see one of these boats when its out mate.

well you'll get two solid "250 HO ETEC" votes here from a couple of us for sure but I really cant give you an 250 pro xs opinion.

but my general thoughts are from what I know:

1. etec looks better i reckon
2. pro xs is lighter by approx 1 kg then the etec pro max is 229kg v's 230kg for etec
3. the verado is heavy! 288kg
4. etec and verado are quieter then opti
5. you may want the speedmaster gearcase that comes with the mercs which has the low water pickup
6. etec has the Lightning gearcase which some dont rate as a true lower water pickup but plenty are racing it and it works fine.
7. etec has some pretty amazing fuel economy
9. etec icommand v's merc smartcraft

and on and on it goes......lol

[Calis]

oh.... and i believe the opti's are cheaper then the etecs. cant say for verado.

some say the extra dollars for etec are worth it :-)

[dale@che]

thats all the stuff we could think of, i think we might go with the 250 pro xs as it has the raceview dash setup etc and the price is pretty good, if you dont mind me asking what did the 250ho cost you? pm me if you like,

will be 3 weeks till this one is on the water i reckon, going to get the trim started this week hopefully..

[Calis]

oh...and I've heard there have been a fare few optis going bang particularly gearcases.

not many etec breakdowns in racing compared to optis im told.

[dale@che]

the optis are suppose to be fixed in regards to the bangs but you cant believe everything your told

ive seen a lot of etecs with holes in there cases, but thats racing :)

[Calis]

yeah everything can and will brake eventually is my opinion.

its been said the lightning (L2) gear case isnt as solid as the speedmaster.

[dale@che]

damm right, biggest test coming up next weekend with the grafton B2B... 110km of hell..

[Calis]

yeah grafton it can be heaven or hell.... i loved grafton one of my favorite races.

other thing to note about the 250ho is I've been told it is competing directly with the 300 sx opti.
the etec 250ho and 300 are the same 3.4cu motor just with different gear cases/ratios.
the opti 300 puts out 224 kw's and so does the etec 300 so i guess so does the 250ho.

[dale@che]

300xs is a 3.2L motor

anyway we ordered a 250xs today with speedmaster gearbox, raceview dash etc etc..

[Calis]

yah.... but I was meaning to say ... is the "ETEC 250ho and ETEC 300" are the same 3.4L motors..... :p

how long till delivery on the xs?

[dale@che]

ah ok,

will know the delivery time in the morning, he thinks around 2-3 weeks but cant be sure till he checks stock..

[Calis]

have you guys seen this. cracks me up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqJvzJEZmko&feature=related

anyone know this guy? lol

[gmjim]

Yeah i saw that one a while back, pretty insane!
not bad for the old dancraft!

[jarrahtin]

Hey, anyone not going to grafton this weekend???? Sounds like I will have the river to myself.... Except for those pesky wakeboard boats

[powerabout]

One of the mechanics I worked with whilst I was doing my apprenticeship had a Savage Avenger with a 135 evi
He could get it to clear the water on take off as in gearbox out as well.
Nothing had torque like 70's engines.

[Calis]

Hey, anyone not going to grafton this weekend???? Sounds like I will have the river to myself.... Except for those pesky wakeboard boats


yeah Im NOT going.. I'll be down the river on Sat maybe Sunday mate so I might come on past your place.