Preparing for a great summer

[Tombie]

Well - Working away gives plenty of "planning" time - or so it appears!

So I've been looking at what I can do to sort the Cat and make it ready for some well earned 'boat therapy' in the upcoming months (currently Snapper fishing is banned).

This was 3 months ago... I started by fitting a new Gunwale Rubber.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1055.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8239931853/)

https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1056.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240917030/)


Then had the Motors fully serviced, New impellers, Control cables and just had the carbies rebuilt - The engines run like a dream now.

And then decided I hate pulling anchors! So I ordered this - I have not finished installing yet.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1057.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240919752/)

And then I named her.... (She's never had a name :o )
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1058.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240925712/)


And to make it a bit easier to get aboard after a swim
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1059.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8239858087/)

Fitted one of these rocket launchers... So handy...
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1060.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240927192/)

Chucked a new Number plate on the trailer
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1061.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240927428/)

Ordered a new Wheel.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1062.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8239859823/)

A couple of new SOLAS 4 Blade Props...
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/1063.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/42445384@N07/8240928784/)

On the "To Do" list are still:

- New Stereo System
- Redo Carpet on Deck
- Polish Hull
- Fix a few chips in the Gel coat
- Fit the new Switch Panel
- Line forward Cabin

But she's nearly ready to rock!!!!

[LandyAndy]

Onya Tombie.
Shifted mine into the D2s spot in the carport yesterday.
In the next few weeks Im doing the following(already got the bits).
Wire spare battery in with Cole Hersey switch and new master switch.
New second bilge pump.
New fuel lines.
New Rego stickers.
New LEDs for trailer.
New AM/FM antenna.
New split tubing(old stuff looks crappy/falling to bits).

Managed to finally secure 7 nites in Albany today just before I go back to work:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:
Andrew

[justinc]

Hmmm.

you guys obviously need to work more hours to stop you having too many days off:p:p:p:p


Just green, is all:(

:D

JC

[LandyAndy]

Hmmm.

you guys obviously need to work more hours to stop you having too many days off:p:p:p:p


Just green, is all:(

:D

JC

I have 320hrs annual leave and 370hrs long service leave owing:p:p:p:p:p:p:p
Best part is we have holidays at easter and xmas,so you get 3 weeks off but dont use a lot of leave due to public holidays and RDOs.We also get 2 extra public holidays,called picnic days.1 at Xmas 1 at easter.The joys of being a shire worker in WA :cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:
Andrew

[Tombie]

I have 812 hours annual leave, 200 more due 4/1/2013 and 320 hours LSL :)

I also work 8 on, 6 off... So long breaks every swing 8)

[LandyAndy]

I have 812 hours annual leave, 200 more due 4/1/2013 and 320 hours LSL :)

I also work 8 on, 6 off... So long breaks every swing 8)

Just rub it in Tombie:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D.
Poor old JC wont want to be self employed any longer:twisted::twisted::twisted::twisted::twisted ::wasntme::wasntme::wasntme::wasntme::wasntme:
Andrew

[justinc]

:(



:(:(:(


:D glad you guys are enjoying it all, after all someone has to:p


JC

[Tombie]

It was the same when I worked for myself in Adelaide.

Only took about 4 days off a year for 13 years....

Don't feel bad JC... You have an open invite here!

[justinc]

It was the same when I worked for myself in Adelaide.

Only took about 4 days off a year for 13 years....

Don't feel bad JC... You have an open invite here!

Thanks Mike! Might take you up on that at some point then!:D

Feel like I need a decent break:eek:


Mmmm, Fishing, beeer, beeeer, fishing....Zzzzzzzzzzzzz


:D


JC

[LandyAndy]

What ever happened to your Albany trip JC????
I know a friendly Landy owner who would be willing to take a boat down there when you are in town;););););););)
Andrew

[justinc]

What ever happened to your Albany trip JC????
I know a friendly Landy owner who would be willing to take a boat down there when you are in town;););););););)
Andrew

hi andy. well, not sure at the moment how or when i can afford the time or $$ to do it:( things are a bit average over here at the moment:(, hopefully will pick up soon. would really enjoy a fish if/ when i get over there again, thanks! :)

jc

[roverrescue]

mike
looking good!
for the stereo have a sui at the Jensen ms30
nice little compact waterproof unit with USB
I haven sorted one yet but they look like a good option

S

[Tombie]

Cheers mate!

[Tombie]

Unfortunately for my wallet I didn't stop there..

All new led lights for inside, deck, Bimini, and underwater transom lights have all arrived.

I then ordered a deck wash pump, live bait tank and new HGS7 touch with Structure Scan.

And some new rims for the trailer...

B.O.A.T ;)

[Chops]

I'm going to have to do a big road trip one day,, might have to call in and see you both ;)
I'm hoping to have my tinnie running again soon to take home to the river at Albury. :D

[Tombie]

Cheers Chops!

Oh, nearly forgot... It also now has Fyrlyts up front :)

Great for coming in on those dark moonless nights!

[roverrescue]

which underwater lights did you go with?

and a tip when installing the deck wash - make sure you use a pressure feed skin fitting or pickup - that way the deckie can use the deckwash while you are steaming between spots

5 min cleaning in between hangs makes the final clean at the end easy and nothing shifts blood and guts as good as pressure salt water and a scrub brush BEFORE the sun bakes it solid!

Also a good idea to flush the pressure pup with fresh water at the end of a trip (jam hose in pickup flick switch and prolong the pump life)

s

[LandyAndy]

mike
looking good!
for the stereo have a sui at the Jensen ms30
nice little compact waterproof unit with USB
I haven sorted one yet but they look like a good option

S

I put a Jensen MSR2107 in my tub,awesome jukebox!!!!
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/12/742.jpg
Andrew

[LandyAndy]

Unfortunately for my wallet I didn't stop there..

All new led lights for inside, deck, Bimini, and underwater transom lights have all arrived.

I then ordered a deck wash pump, live bait tank and new HGS7 touch with Structure Scan.

And some new rims for the trailer...

B.O.A.T ;)

Im awaiting my next tax return after seening the new Lowrance touch models at the Mandurah Boat show.Want the BIG one:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool:
Would settle for the 8" if finances dictate so.Good thing with them you can shift the "control icons" off the display to maximize on screen display.
Love how you can split the screen into 4 and also mark side scan images via touch as you spot them up to 150m either side.
Andrew

[Aussie]

My fishing buddy has just fitted the 10" touch lowrance sounder, he got the sound dock fitted that allows you to put your iPhone in it, then you can choose songs etc from the sounder screen, it's fantastic, I"ll get some pics next time were out fishing