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Forum: Oceania - Australiana 14-12-2020, 22:27
Replies: 55
Views: 23,454
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Yachtie Rescued Off Tasmania's East Coast

I too am a sea rescue volunteer (Fremantle VMR), where we undertake between 400 and 600 rescues/assists every year, with a fleet of 4 vessels and 2 jet skis.

To clarify, the chain of command for...
Forum: Propellers & Drive Systems 28-11-2017, 13:55
Replies: 14
Views: 12,494
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Yanmar SD60 Clutch issue

It is a design fault with the early SD60s. Apparently an undersides bearing.

Yanmah provided replacement parts (the complete clutch mechanism) for both drives even though warranty is limited to...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 24-09-2017, 21:24
Replies: 7
Views: 3,406
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Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 20-08-2017, 09:55
Replies: 7
Views: 3,406
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: LAGOON 450 Flybridge 2015 Owners version €450k

It is an EU boat, 220v. Adapting to 110v shore power should be fairly simple.
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 16-08-2017, 02:34
Replies: 7
Views: 3,406
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: LAGOON 450 Flybridge 2015 Owners version €450k

Full details and additional photos on

Lagoon 450 Flybridge Used Boat for Sale 2015 | TheYachtMarket (https://www.theyachtmarket.com/boats_for_sale/1475829/?searchid=13841756&page=1)

I can...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 11-08-2017, 06:59
Replies: 6
Views: 2,479
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: B&G Zeus 2 taking autonomous control of autopilot

I found the source of my problem. The helm station remote control looses communication with the system. I can still drive autopilot navigation through Zeus without a switch off. I managed to...
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 09-08-2017, 09:48
Replies: 42
Views: 9,749
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Horror with agents and transit logs in Turkey

Hi Ahmet

Yet more bull. Below is the wording from Mr. Cevdet Yilmazer, which I have copied from his email to me when I queried his fee.

"Before start to your boat i was explain you. This is...
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 07-08-2017, 17:31
Replies: 42
Views: 9,749
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Horror with agents and transit logs in Turkey

Hi Ahmet

I am happy for you to reference my name, postings, blog or whatever when dealing with Turkish agencies. I can also provide emails from the agent in Antalya which proves the fees.

As...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 05-08-2017, 21:37
Replies: 0
Views: 1,284
Posted By anthonyp0808
LAGOON 450 Flybridge 2015 - listing

Hi All

I have listed my 450 on Yachtmarket. Please share with others who may be interested in a well spec'd Lagoon.

https://www.theyachtmarket.com/boats_for_sale/1475829/
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 05-08-2017, 11:38
Replies: 21
Views: 3,846
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: need help for sailing to Greece

Very easy to berth. Standard drop anchor and stern to on the harbour wall. A local harbour person will help with mooring. Cost me €22 which I think was €15 for mooring assistance plus €7 per night....
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 05-08-2017, 06:53
Replies: 21
Views: 3,846
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: need help for sailing to Greece

Entering via Symi is very easy, and the people very helpfull. We did this last week.

You clear immigration by tying up next to the bell tower. After moving to the harbor wall, go to customs once...
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 03-08-2017, 04:33
Replies: 7
Views: 3,406
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: LAGOON 450 Flybridge 2015 Owners version €450k

Other safety includes GPS EPRIB (new 2017)

Burke SeaBrake GP48 drogue (see https://www.burkemarine.com.au/pages/seabrake)

PM for a complete inventory list.
Forum: Boats For Sale and Wanted 03-08-2017, 00:37
Replies: 7
Views: 3,406
Posted By anthonyp0808
LAGOON 450 Flybridge 2015 Owners version €450k

Due to changed personal circumstances, my Australian flagged Lagoon 450 is up for sale. Launched in July 2015.

It is in excellent condition and I am currently sailing in Greece. If you are...
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 30-07-2017, 21:23
Replies: 42
Views: 9,749
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Horror with agents and transit logs in Turkey

Hi Ahmet

Thank you for your kind words.

The agent in Antalya is
Cevdet YILMAZER
email is info@yilmazeryatcilik.com
gsm +905457711907.

His office is in the Setur Marina, Antalya - I...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 29-07-2017, 04:38
Replies: 6
Views: 2,479
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: B&G Zeus 2 taking autonomous control of autopilot

I have had similar but not a quite the same. I also have Zeus 2.

My was unable to disengage the auto pilot a couple of times- needed to turn off instuments.

But no autonomous change of course....
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 29-07-2017, 04:30
Replies: 42
Views: 9,749
Posted By anthonyp0808
Horror with agents and transit logs in Turkey

I have just completed 3 months cruising in Turkey, having bought my boat there in December.

The Antalya agent who set up my transit log charged me €400 (yes Euro, not Lira) because "boat had new...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 13-07-2017, 03:55
Replies: 4
Views: 2,170
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Mastervolt masterhunt eset

Thanks - I had seen that manual.

The manual says "If you want to alter a first start up variable afterwards, resetting the settings is necessary."

There are no instructions on how to do this...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 11-07-2017, 20:47
Replies: 4
Views: 2,170
Posted By anthonyp0808
Mastervolt masterhunt eset

I am about to replace the house battery bank on my boat.

I need to change some of the initial (now locked) parameters. The Mastershunt manual says to "reset" the Mastershunt to do this but offers...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 06-07-2017, 06:08
Replies: 23
Views: 13,600
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Swinging on a mooring buoy - how to use bridle?

I have heard if this technique and considered it. It would seem to me the starboard line would run over the furler turning block, and both lines over the fibreglass. Does 5his nit causr...
Forum: Lagoon Catamarans 06-07-2017, 05:00
Replies: 23
Views: 13,600
Posted By anthonyp0808
Swinging on a mooring buoy - how to use bridle?

Yesterday for the first time in strong winds, I had my 450 on a swing mooring buoy. I ran a mooring line through the buoy then over the failead on the central cleat.

The pressure on the fairlead...
Forum: Anchoring & Mooring 24-06-2017, 16:31
Replies: 3
Views: 3,293
Posted By anthonyp0808
Quick 1202 zero reset question

My Quick chain counter no longer shows zero when the anchor is all tgecway up. (Positive .6m)

How do I reset this to zero without calibration?

The manual indicates a "Reset" function in the...
Forum: Multihull Sailboats 20-06-2017, 09:24
Replies: 5
Views: 1,736
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Yacht Swapping

I would be interested in this sort of arrangement. i.e. reciprocal visitors

This year I am sailing Turkey and Greece, boat in Preveza for winter. I may have one or two cabins free from around...
Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar 14-06-2017, 12:29
Replies: 84
Views: 14,814
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Victron BlueSolar charge controller

See below screen for float adjustment- defaults shown but you can change it
Forum: Marine Electronics 14-06-2017, 05:33
Replies: 0
Views: 2,367
Posted By anthonyp0808
B&G WIFI-1 Client mode - problem connecting to internet

I am trying to connect my Zeus 2 MFD to the internet to download Predictwind GRIB files automatically.

I have gone through the process of connecting in client mode via tethering to my mobile...
Forum: Europe & Mediterranean 13-06-2017, 16:37
Replies: 33
Views: 8,478
Posted By anthonyp0808
Re: Cruising Turkey in 2017

No, prices are definately EURO. And these are the prices I paid in Finike and Fethiye. At Skopea, Gocek I managed to negotiate a 10% discount, but they charged for power and water. Antalya wanted...
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