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    Island Gyspy 32 no doubt best IG32 in Australia

    https://www.berowrawatersmarina.com.au/listing/island-gypsy-32-halvorsen
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    A Bug Disrupter ??

    Was reading through interesting boats and looking through the photos of 2010 Custom Long Range Power Trimaran I spotted a photo of a BUG DISRUPTER. Anyone have a clue if they work or should I stick to using Gun Oil in my diesel "O" They are made in NZ :whistling::hide::facepalm::angel::rofl:
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    Cap rails re varnish ? oil ? 2 pak ?

    Time has come to strip and prep my cap rails to make ready for some form of oil or varnish . At present I'm told they have a 2 pak varnish that's failed the Australian sun in just 14 months so. I'm calling on the brain trust and ask what they have used in HOT conditions.
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    BBQ. LPG or Electric ?

    A present I have a LPG BBQ works well but thinking of a second BBQ on the fly bridge :). Whats others though on elect v gas ?
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    25knots really ??

    https://www.boatsalestas.com.au/power-boats/halvorsen-38-gourmet-cruiser-belle/210800/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Boat%20Sales%20Tasmania%20Latest%20Listings%20-%20January%202018&utm_content=Boat%20Sales%20Tasmania%20Latest%20Listings%20-%20January%202018+CID_1f90afd01848fbf1465ccb41c699cc12&u...
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    Is there a chemical answer to black water tank?

    1st I have read Peggys Bible 2nd I have tried Noliflex but the stink comes back $45 a bottle in Australia 3 I have flushed the 100liter tank and inspected there is no build up 4 Im in brackish water ? 5 I have fitted carbon filter 6 Is Sodium Percarbonate the answer...
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    Talanted mechanic

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    Sea going Hybrids are here like it or not

    Seagoing Hybrids - Hybrid Electric Marine Propulsion
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    Safety on the Water using IoT

    https://www.followingseas.media/blog/2017/10/9/monday-minute-safety-on-the-water-using-iot ????????
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    https://www.bedsonboard.com/

    Question would you rent your boat for overnight stays on the marina ? https://www.bedsonboard.com/
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    R.I.P "barracuda gps plotter"

    Well she finally died (10 yo) on the way home last night so I now need to find a replacement or do I ??. The Barracuda gps plotter was using C maps and I never found the need to use this unit to its full potential so whats a good replacement for inland waters and coastal travel 200km from...
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    Selene 47 opinions please

    Love my IG32 but I'm now find myself in a position to look at a larger volume boat and a local broker has this Selene for sale .At present Im seeking opinions from others that have 47--50 foot boats and ask there thoughts on the Selene 47. Fire away the good and bad ;)...
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    Northwest Passage 2015

    Tony Webester a local boat broker from Paynesville Victoria Australian and a bloody nice guy has posted his story of his sailing adventure through the Northwest Passage great read and photos I'm sure everyone will enjoy Northwest Passage 2015 - Webster Marine
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    Driving Lights

    Was asked today buy my daughter why boats dont have driving lights thought it was a good question but I didnt have a answer :facepalm: So ?
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    What varnish is that ??

    My varnished teak cap-rails on the IG32 have a problem there are a few bad patch ups from the previous owner that are starting to peel and miss colour otherwise the other 98% are very good and don't need attention. From what I can see they need rubbing back staining and re coating but I don't...
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    Island Gyspy 32 airconditioning

    Looking for information or photos on air conditioning for a IG32 .Any info on what and where the compressor is best positioned and where the inlet and outlets are best positioned . My feeling is I need at least 16000btu's I'm open to any suggestions and also open to fitting a split system :thumb:
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    Tesla shares

    Any rubbings on the USA news or papers about Tesla's future :eek: I have a small interest in them and just wondering whats going on
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    Australian Marine Insurance

    Just about to insure my boat and ringing around it seems Club Marine has lost the plot . I had a quote from Natalus Marine which was 30% less and after reading the product report they offer the same if not more . So question what others thoughts on marine insurance and who do you use
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    Maintaining and cleaning interior teak

    Just researching how to maintain/restore and clean interior teak woodwork. Im unsure what the present finish is on this 12 year old IG Thanks in advance
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    boat surveyor sydney wanted

    Hi Australian TF members the surveyor I have known for many years and trust is sadly unable to survey a boat I have a deposit on in Pittwater .I'm looking for a surveyor that can report on the engine as well as every thing else . Thanks in advance
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    Island Gyspy 210 hp / 315 hp

    Why would a new boat owner in 2005 have requested a 315hp Cummins (upgrade) over the then standard 210hp Cummins. Taking into account this is a 32 foot craft ???
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    Cleaning monkey fur or mouse fur

    While the topic of replacing monkey fur or mouse fur is running hot what tips are out there to cleaning monkey fur or mouse fur .?
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    Finn 8

    I owned one of these many years ago and have always had thoughts of owning another so we could explore the many rivers up and down the east coast . This boat has just come up for sale and I'm very interested pity its a 2 1/2 hour flight or 3 day drive to inspect. Wife has given the OK so we...
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    Losar Tashi Delek!

    Losar Tashi Delek! Another year has passed. Many changes took place Many dreams got crushed Loved ones we have lost Great beings passed away Sufferings we have seen all around. We have faced those challenges Great things have happened New hopes have arisen Many things we have learnt What a...
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    difference between marine paint and exterior housepaint

    Need to do a little work on the boat and there are a few smallish timber areas that need painting at water level.Question is marine paint is around $60 a liter and house paint is around $35 a liter is there a quality difference between the 2 to justify the price difference or shroud I just buy...
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