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Forum: Oceania - Australiana 31-01-2019, 02:25
Replies: 31
Views: 6,877
Posted By Darby695
Re: Gold Coast to New Caledonia May 2019 Group

Thanks Guys,
Scott here, as Jeff has confirmed we will be leaving after the 12-13 May 19 and intend to have the “Met Wiz” Bob McDavitt (NZ) assist with the sensible weather window.
Considering the...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 15-10-2018, 12:59
Replies: 2
Views: 4,414
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lifespan of Volvo MD2030?

My 30s had 1050 on purchase and now have 2,700 after 6 years of extensive sailing and motoring, my inquiries to the Volvo dealers suggest over 7,000 before thinking of rebuild. 2 years ago I inquired...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 11-10-2018, 05:11
Replies: 2
Views: 759
Posted By Darby695
Re: First Charter - Whitsundays

1. Boat size will not be a problematic as it’s a personal choice.
2. The charter companies nearly always supplies a copy of 100 magic miles.
3. Reasonably hot / humid at that time of year, if it...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 18-02-2018, 18:16
Replies: 92
Views: 21,798
Posted By Darby695
Re: “STORM TACTICS” Catamarans

Thanks again, All informed sensible responses , lots of things I hadn’t thought about.
The roller furling Lock off has failed a few times as well so now I leave it connected to the spare outside...
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-02-2018, 15:52
Replies: 92
Views: 21,798
Posted By Darby695
Re: “STORM TACTICS” Catamarans

Thanks guys, after reading the information above, it’ll be practiced and deployed over the front so nose into swell ! Adjustable bridle to winches port & Stbd, the trick will be avoiding chafing!
Forum: General Sailing Forum 17-02-2018, 13:21
Replies: 92
Views: 21,798
Posted By Darby695
“STORM TACTICS” Catamarans

I bought our Cat 5 years ago ( Lagoon 380 S2 ) and have had great usage from her, averaging 3,500 to 4,500 NM per year. I live in Brisbane and travel coastal Whitsundays, Cairns etc.
It’s time that...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 20-10-2017, 13:52
Replies: 1
Views: 1,327
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lagoon Escapade 2018 Lake Macquarie Aus

Really enjoyed the Whitsundays Escapade. Learned so many adjustments / modifications to the model and met lots of nice friendly people!
Would love to be there however the third grandchild is...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 12-09-2017, 12:59
Replies: 8
Views: 3,023
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Emergency Anchor Return

Sorry Guys I've been absent from here for a while.
My logic was?
Because the solenoid was clicking with no results till I tapped the actual windlass housing therefore the problem was most likely...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 28-08-2017, 13:08
Replies: 9
Views: 2,247
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Windless Lagoon 380 S2 2006

Perfect , we did ours in situ but very difficult as you mentioned, so the redo will be done your way.

Thanks Dave
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 27-08-2017, 14:25
Replies: 9
Views: 2,247
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Windless Lagoon 380 S2 2006

Hi Dave,
Did the best we could at anchor on the way north, still a fair bit of dust there as I didn't have a can of contact cleaner or the like, the brushes had lots left so will re investigate that...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 27-08-2017, 12:59
Replies: 9
Views: 2,247
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Windless Lagoon 380 S2 2006

Thanks Dave,
That's the way I figured as well, silly fallback option but that's the only way without the extra "Spool".
Nice to meet you both at Abell Point hope to catchup when you get back...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 27-08-2017, 12:31
Replies: 9
Views: 2,247
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Windless Lagoon 380 S2 2006

Thanks Dave, these forums really educate the misinformed ( me)
Mine is the same model Tigres!
I'll replace on my return from the north.
Referring to the problem of a flat battery or stuffed motor...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 27-08-2017, 05:35
Replies: 8
Views: 3,023
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lofrans Emergency Anchor Return

Thanks again,

It's a LOFRANS, TIGRES , TG 012047
1200W. 12 Volt



Photos hopefully attached!

154877
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 26-08-2017, 23:21
Replies: 5
Views: 2,472
Posted By Darby695
Re: Rudder Free-play Lagoon 380 - 2006

Thanks, which company does he work for please, approximate cost if you can remember.
The other side was done recently (should have done both)
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 26-08-2017, 13:12
Replies: 9
Views: 2,247
Posted By Darby695
Lofrans Windless Lagoon 380 S2 2006

I have owned a Lagoon 380 S2 2006 for 5 years now ( I am posting this on the Lagoon section as well) and have watched the "YouTube Video " on the power failure anchor return.
I was pleased with the...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 26-08-2017, 13:06
Replies: 8
Views: 3,023
Posted By Darby695
Lofrans Emergency Anchor Return

I have owned a Lagoon 380 S2 2006 for 5 years now ( I am posting this on the Lagoon section as well) and have watched the "YouTube Video " on the power failure anchor return.
I was pleased with the...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 26-08-2017, 12:28
Replies: 5
Views: 2,472
Posted By Darby695
Re: Rudder Free-play Lagoon 380 - 2006

Thanks for the reply, that will put me more at ease, Boatworks will see me after my return. I'll be able to turn off the noise much easier now.
Darby
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 23-08-2017, 12:26
Replies: 5
Views: 2,472
Posted By Darby695
Rudder Free-play Lagoon 380 - 2006

Should I be worried?
Owners Version and when anchored at night noticed a knocking whilst rocking, traced the noise to STBD RUDDER , The free play seems worse since the last haul out in May, 1,250 Nm...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 06-07-2017, 13:44
Replies: 67
Views: 8,087
Posted By Darby695
Poll: What is the size of your solar array

945 Watts, with 600 amp hours at 3x 200 batteries.
With 60 % state of charge then turning on the system, current in gets to 60 + amps
Lagoon 380 with 3 x 315 domestic panels from Samsung, Midnite...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 04-07-2017, 15:56
Replies: 7
Views: 1,466
Posted By Darby695
Re: Help Please - Increased Oil Consumption

Thanks Guys,

Eventually I was at my wits end, searched all of Australia for best prices for new engines / short engines etc
Whilst cruising north to the Whitsundays my son suggested a fuel and or...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 27-05-2017, 23:48
Replies: 7
Views: 1,466
Posted By Darby695
Help Please - Increased Oil Consumption

First Post, I'll try to put symptoms as accurately as possible.
I've owned this Cat with Volvo DI-30's for 4 years Port Engine Perfect, Stbd Engine always used some oil 200 mils over 4-5 hours....
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-04-2017, 12:16
Replies: 25
Views: 7,440
Posted By Darby695
Impeller blades backwards

Talking of impellers !
Has anyone got any experience with this rather ingenious modification?
. This appears to be good value when you consider the increase in life of the impeller, as well as the...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 04-08-2015, 13:50
Replies: 11
Views: 2,703
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lagoon 380 S2 Jamming Furler

Thanks,
Unfortunately no Spinaker,
I've had another suggestion that I would appreciate some feedback on please.
The gentleman suggests that I can prevent the halyard turning with the jam by...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 02-08-2015, 21:08
Replies: 11
Views: 2,703
Posted By Darby695
Re: Lagoon 380 S2 Jamming Furler

I'll drop the Genoa and spray with fresh water!
It'll be a couple of weeks before I'm back on the boat, as its berthed in Cairns waiting for our next stint North.

:whistling:
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 02-08-2015, 11:47
Replies: 11
Views: 2,703
Posted By Darby695
Lagoon 380 S2 Jamming Furler

:peace:Hi Guys. :peace:

I'm in Australia with 2006 Lagoon 380 with a Harken Furler that has started jamming going both out and in!
It seems worse under higher pressures, to clear the jamming I...
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