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Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 05-07-2023, 01:00
Replies: 85
Views: 40,221
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: OC Tenders - Review Anyone?

G’day Meuri 110
What would you like to know I have a 3 metre OCTender
Very happy with it and have just added a hatch on the anchor well,
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 14-04-2023, 21:09
Replies: 0
Views: 307
Posted By Antipodean2
Antifoul Removal

I had my hull blasted with ground glass about 7 years ago, the result good all old foul was removed and taken back to the fairing . No moisture or little was found and after drying for a week , epoxy...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 16-08-2022, 00:10
Replies: 45
Views: 6,488
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: 6HP Tohatsu

Hi

I only use a high octane around 91 or 95, and don’t use ethanol or bio fuel.

Keep your fuel fresh, if 2 stroke mix at correct ratios.

Good luck!
Forum: Vendor Spotlight - Great Deals for CF Members! 08-02-2021, 12:25
Replies: 93
Views: 9,305
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: BRUNTONS PROPELLERS GIVEAWAY - ends Feb 16th

https://www.bruntonspropellers.com/autoprop

The auto prop would be a welcome change to my fixed 3 blade prop, looks great and will look great on my 38 ft yacht
Forum: Our Community 01-01-2021, 19:56
Replies: 6
Views: 1,400
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Sealing integral water tanks

I read the article on micro seal , sounds good , thanks
Forum: Our Community 01-01-2021, 16:30
Replies: 6
Views: 1,400
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Sealing integral water tanks

Hi
It was AA Composites epoxy for manufacturing used the same resin for the dynel
It did take around 48 hours to go off and I mixed it to the correct specs of 3:1
Forum: Our Community 01-01-2021, 13:48
Replies: 6
Views: 1,400
Posted By Antipodean2
Sealing integral water tanks

G’day
I have needed to do a some work on my fresh water tank, it had a slow annoying
Leak albeit it slow I have tried to stop it from causing further damage.
Whilst empty and dry I gave the...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 21-12-2020, 13:18
Replies: 85
Views: 40,221
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: OC Tenders - Review Anyone?

G’day UFO
I own a OC Tender, and very happy with it , after years of trying to find a light, easy to handle , and stable tender. I have had ribs and the North Qld sun just killed them covered or...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 14-11-2020, 13:37
Replies: 21
Views: 4,759
Posted By Antipodean2
Water maker for yacht

G’day

I would like to install a water maker on my yacht prior to departure next year for ports north and the pacific.
I have been tosssing up between the “Rainman” and “Katadyan Power survivor....
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 30-03-2020, 22:46
Replies: 112
Views: 25,895
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Wind Generator- The Good The Bad and The Ugly

Thank you very one for your valuable input and advice, I will do some more research on solar and increasing panel output first, space is always an issue but I like the idea of a “solar blanket” to...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 30-03-2020, 16:11
Replies: 112
Views: 25,895
Posted By Antipodean2
Wind Generator- The Good The Bad and The Ugly

Greetings
I am seeking input on which , or if any wind generator on the market could be recommended for my yacht.
I have a 38 ft cutter rig sloop, with a 120 watt solar panel , and dual...
Forum: Marine Electronics 21-04-2019, 23:00
Replies: 24
Views: 4,074
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: HF Radio V Sat Phone

Thanks for everyone's input and knowledge.
My current HF is a old crystal frequency with manual antanea tuner, it works but it is limited to set frequencys.
My main use will be for the HF or...
Forum: Marine Electronics 20-04-2019, 17:17
Replies: 24
Views: 4,074
Posted By Antipodean2
HF Radio V Sat Phone

Hi

We are planning a trip from Queensland to Solomon Islands later this year. My yacht has a old HF unit a Codan , not suitable for upgrading and thinking about replacing the Radio and tuner.
...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 12-01-2019, 20:51
Replies: 67
Views: 13,249
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Tacking Jib with Inner forestay

I fasten it directly through the clew , making it a hitch, it is neat and works, no need for shackles, soft or stainless
The u tube video shows the tying of the alpine butterfly knot , and the hitch...
Forum: Seamanship & Boat Handling 11-01-2019, 15:56
Replies: 67
Views: 13,249
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Tacking Jib with Inner forestay

Hi
I have just recently gone down this path after years of using bowlines on the staysail on our 38 ft cutter

I came across a alpine butterfly hitch on iTunes
https://youtu.be/KE01A1se8Zc

The...
Forum: Destinations 22-06-2018, 14:02
Replies: 45
Views: 10,595
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Torres Straits Advice

Hi definitely me

It is tricky navigation coming from the Coral Sea to Port Moresby, the warrior reefs have a reputation for unpredictable currents and winds, it is easier to clear into Thursday...
Forum: Destinations 19-11-2016, 21:59
Replies: 9
Views: 3,167
Posted By Antipodean2
Re: Yacht transport services

Depends on your LOA, BEAM, HEIGHT, AND DISPLACEMENT.
They have a office in Sydney, or forms on their web site.
Forum: Destinations 17-11-2016, 13:04
Replies: 9
Views: 3,167
Posted By Antipodean2
Yacht transport services

G'day
I am inquiring if anybody has transported a yacht from Australia to USA?
I am looking at loading in Brisbane in Match 2017 and arriving in Palm Beach , Florida a few weeks later.

The plans...
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