JIMBOB Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Shes here Just got back from picking up my new boat, Dawn raider Here are a few photos James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Newboy Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Very nice boat , hope you break many more records on her. Just remember to leave some fish for the rest of us..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Can't see the engine?..... Also are you sure it's big enough for the landing net you are going to need in 2005?.... Have you arranged with Suzuki that they arrange fitting the engine in return for being able to add some decals to your boat highlighting their product and sponsorship? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Nice one James A nice boat and I like the name, very apt. I hope you have a lot of succesful Dawn Raids on her, with many tight lines. When is the maiden voyage mate? I expect that a few photo's will me sent to BFM of that one Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 James I am well pleased for you, glad you finally found what you wanted. Look forward to seeing and taking a few pictures of Dawn Raider on the water Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boybilly Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 VVEERREEEEE nice James, Let it be a lucky boat mate. Wouldn,t mind a trip on her myself if you are ever stuck for crew. Regards, BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nipper Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 very nice james she looks the dog's when is the engine going on . mark b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 Nice one matey!!....she looks a real cracker, cant wait to get out in her to run the beast in! As Charlie says, great name and a lovel boat. When's the engine going on? Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JIMBOB Posted January 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 Ive got a few things to sort out, like a clamp electrics ect.. Im takeing the boat down to poole marine services today,My engine should have already been delivered there. There going to give me a quote,but from what they have been saying on the phone, its going to cost me an arm and a legg! and take a month or two till they can fit it James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 James Fitting the engine and it auxilleries is not that hard a task If they are bolting it on the transom so that the heavy lifting is done make sure that the steering is also fitted before they bolt it on and the rest is very straight forward. The savings on a DIY fit will go towards toys Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 As Charlie said putting the outboard on the boat isn't that difficult. When I had the Mercury fitted on Sweet Honey it took the guy less then 4 hours including a general service. From what I can see from the photos, the steering rod is fitted already so all you have to do is put the engine on the transome and route the control down the side (maybe have all the cables within reach before mounting the engine). The control cables shoudn't be any problems, more light normal electrics a matter of putting them down and tidying them up. Then you have the rev, trim, volt,.. counters which I believe the electrician will do. All that is left is the engine. To mount the engine you will need an engine hoist, a drill, tool box and possible a lifting key from Suzuki, my Mercury needed a large 'bolt' with a ring on top. It's purpose is for the hoist to hook into. Actual work involve is pretty minimal, you have to lower the engine on the transome mark out the fixing holes, drill the holes, lift the engine fit the steering rod and finally lowering the engine (you may want to do a dry run before any drilling and bolting), bolt on the bolts, seal around the hole with silicon. Finally connects all the electrics and fuel line and hey presto done. It really is that simple, however, it's easier if you have someone with you to help move the hoist as well as passing tools etc. It also helps if you are fitting it on a level drive and not a slope, which I did. . Wouldn't mind helping out if you intend to fit it on a Tuesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 nice looking boat james i bet you have many worth while trips on her tight lines for the future sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 Nice one James, hope your on the water soon Paul J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul D Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 Very nice James - I expect to see you flying past as I head out ( No change there eh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coddy Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 Hi James Very nice indeed One question, where is the crew to sit or is it standing room only? Have some great fun and great fish Regards Coddy ps when you get used to her can you send me a report for my web site. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 The only seat is for the crew! James will be too busy reeling in the record fish to sit down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob F Posted January 30, 2005 Report Share Posted January 30, 2005 Very, very nice James! I have to say I'm envious... She'll be flying past Splash-Out with the same 70hp suzuki. What are the silver/grey things sticking up on the rear quarters? Can't quite make out what they are. cheers BF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted January 30, 2005 Report Share Posted January 30, 2005 Rod holders for trolling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan Posted January 31, 2005 Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 that's what they look like surprising to have the two types mounted so close together but spread wide with long rods you might get away with all 4 working at anchor and just use the tubes to spread the gear from the wake when trolling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JIMBOB Posted January 31, 2005 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 Yep there are rod holders,The same as the ones on your boat Duncan. They can be moved by the turn of a nut to about any angle! My engines been delayed but hopefully it will be all done for friday Then its out to run her in on friday and saturday James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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