Yesterday I had a call from a boat owner moored at Rottnest on his Riviera 48 who was encountering a genset issue. Of course the modern boat relies heavily on the generator to power many onboard systems including recharging the batteries. In this instance the genset had been running perfectly. He had shut it down soon after […]
Onboard water desalination
There are two things that can devastate a boating holiday at Rottnest Island – running out of water and a broken down desalination plant. After spending time recently with water maker guru Richard Hansen from RO Solutions, I was given some tips about how to prepare for the Xmas break and avoid disaster…Yes, I know, a first world problem: 1. Run […]
DesalniationHydraulic swim platforms – how to over ride the safety
Many modern luxury boats fitted with hydraulic swim platforms have clever built in safety features. These are designed to make them idiot proof to stop them being ripped off. Sometimes they fool even the most diligent boatie…like myself. Essentially the swimboard operating systems are designed to shut down when the engines are running. This means they […]
Dishwasher drawer maintenance tips
In my opinion one of the best options you can fit to a modern boat is a dishwasher drawer. They are quick, quiet and use less water than washing the dishes manually. However, if you don’t use the dishwasher regularly, the rotor which pumps the water through the system can seize up. Click here to view […]
boat maintenance tips, boating tips, Dishwasher Drawer, FIsher & PaykelVolvo Penta IPS Sportfish mode on a Luhrs 37 Canyon Series
The new owner of a Luhrs 37 asked me recently to give him some tips on the IPS Pod Drive system powering his boat. As I had never been onboard a Luhrs of any shape before, I grasped the opportunity and we headed out beyond the heads into open ocean. She performed like the true blue water gamefishing […]
Boats for sale, IPS, Luhrs, Sportfish modeBoating at the Whitsundays
I have just returned from my first trip to the amazing Whitsunday’s, in particular Hamilton Island and those surrounding. I can see what everyone raves about, amazing facilities, first class service, welcoming staff, magnificent waterways, whales, turtles and of course Whitehaven Beach. The Oatley family have done an amazing job also looking after visiting boaties, the […]
Yacht Controller – wireless remote controls for your big toys!
Many of us have grown up playing with remote control cars, boats, yachts or helicopters. The Yacht Controller (YC) is a wireless system for boys with toys on steroids! You can literally stand on the bow of your boat, drive up to a mooring and pick it up yourself! Designed to make the handling […]