Saturday, May 29, 2010
Friday, May 28, 2010
Nice hobie / anderson skiff boat with cabin
Hi all,
New to this forum and fishing. Thought I'd post a few photos of my Hobie Skiff remodel. Hull was stripped and sent to local boat builder in Santa Barbara, CA. The blue one posted earlier is an aquaintence of mine, lives in the same area that I do. I got the idea from him. The difference between mine and his, I did all of the hardware/motor mount fit myself. The same boat builder did his complete. Once it was returned to me, I spent about 9 months with the fit process.
The boat was built for local waters to explore for surf, I've surfed all of my life and as mentioned in the previous paragraph, have began to take rod and reel with me on my surf exploration adventures.
I have photo essay of the complete rebuild if someone is interested, can email them.
ep
1986 Hobie Skiff remodeled in 2005, cabin addition/fiberglass work performed by Anderson Boat Works, Goleta, CA. All hardware/electronics fabricated and installed by current owner. Hull is original, all other hardware/electronics are new.
Price - $12,000.00 OBO
Specifications
• Year Hull Built – 1986 (Anderson remodel completed 2005)
• Hull LOA – 15 ft
• Beam – 5 ft
• Engine – 2005 Yamaha 50T four stroke outboard
• Fuel Capacity – 36 gallons (duel tanks with tank isolation valves/filter)
• Radio – VHF Uniden
• GPS/Fish Finder – Lowrance 337C
• Electrical – Duel Odyssey dry cell racing battery with Perko isolator switch
• Navigation lights - Perko
• Seating – removable aluminum bench seat
• Trailer – 1999 Single Axle Galvanized EZ Loader –detachable locking tongue, bearing buddies, 13” tires w/spare (rated 1650 lbs)
Additional Equipment
• 3 leg ANSI rated sling for Hoist launch (currently Gaviota certified)
• Certified/inspected Gaviota lift points with stainless steel backing plates
• 4 soft goods storage areas with water tight slam hatches
The cabin remodel was completed with marine grade plywood/fiberglass, the usual Anderson method, have pictures of start to finish if desired. Boat must be seen in person to appreciate. The bench seat is removable for overnight sleep, sleeps two grown adults comfortably.
With full fuel tanks and smooth/good water, estimated range is around 500 miles. 78 hours on package since completion.
Boat has been garaged since remodel was complete. Engine is just past break in, phenomenal gas mileage.
New to this forum and fishing. Thought I'd post a few photos of my Hobie Skiff remodel. Hull was stripped and sent to local boat builder in Santa Barbara, CA. The blue one posted earlier is an aquaintence of mine, lives in the same area that I do. I got the idea from him. The difference between mine and his, I did all of the hardware/motor mount fit myself. The same boat builder did his complete. Once it was returned to me, I spent about 9 months with the fit process.
The boat was built for local waters to explore for surf, I've surfed all of my life and as mentioned in the previous paragraph, have began to take rod and reel with me on my surf exploration adventures.
I have photo essay of the complete rebuild if someone is interested, can email them.
ep
1986 Hobie Skiff remodeled in 2005, cabin addition/fiberglass work performed by Anderson Boat Works, Goleta, CA. All hardware/electronics fabricated and installed by current owner. Hull is original, all other hardware/electronics are new.
Price - $12,000.00 OBO
Specifications
• Year Hull Built – 1986 (Anderson remodel completed 2005)
• Hull LOA – 15 ft
• Beam – 5 ft
• Engine – 2005 Yamaha 50T four stroke outboard
• Fuel Capacity – 36 gallons (duel tanks with tank isolation valves/filter)
• Radio – VHF Uniden
• GPS/Fish Finder – Lowrance 337C
• Electrical – Duel Odyssey dry cell racing battery with Perko isolator switch
• Navigation lights - Perko
• Seating – removable aluminum bench seat
• Trailer – 1999 Single Axle Galvanized EZ Loader –detachable locking tongue, bearing buddies, 13” tires w/spare (rated 1650 lbs)
Additional Equipment
• 3 leg ANSI rated sling for Hoist launch (currently Gaviota certified)
• Certified/inspected Gaviota lift points with stainless steel backing plates
• 4 soft goods storage areas with water tight slam hatches
The cabin remodel was completed with marine grade plywood/fiberglass, the usual Anderson method, have pictures of start to finish if desired. Boat must be seen in person to appreciate. The bench seat is removable for overnight sleep, sleeps two grown adults comfortably.
With full fuel tanks and smooth/good water, estimated range is around 500 miles. 78 hours on package since completion.
Boat has been garaged since remodel was complete. Engine is just past break in, phenomenal gas mileage.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Mountain Biking South Bay
> Hi-anyone live in or around Los Gatos and like to ride???
>
you may want to check out :
http://romp.org/
http://www.mere-mortals.org/
I rode with romp quite a few times when I lived in the south bay.
>
you may want to check out :
http://romp.org/
http://www.mere-mortals.org/
I rode with romp quite a few times when I lived in the south bay.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
jetski pump cone
The cone ends up right at the entrance of the nozzle. If this cone is longer, then it causes a smaller passage way for the water to flow into the nozzle, thus raising the velocity. However, if the cone is short and stubby, it will allow a larger volume of water to go through, thus giving you more bottom end acceleration for freestyle.
The Adjust-A-Thrust constantly shifts back and forth, changing
the size of the pumps exit nozzle automatically. For maximum low end, the center shuttle is retracted, opening up the nozzle and allowing a large volume of water to be moved to accelerate the craft. As craft speed and pump pressure build, the tapered center shuttle is forced out into the exit nozzle, reducing its size and increasing water velocity, which increases top speed. Letting off the gas lets the shuttle backshift into low gear.
The Adjust-A-Thrust constantly shifts back and forth, changing
the size of the pumps exit nozzle automatically. For maximum low end, the center shuttle is retracted, opening up the nozzle and allowing a large volume of water to be moved to accelerate the craft. As craft speed and pump pressure build, the tapered center shuttle is forced out into the exit nozzle, reducing its size and increasing water velocity, which increases top speed. Letting off the gas lets the shuttle backshift into low gear.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Friday, May 14, 2010
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Superjet in LA
YAMAHA super jet dual carb 701 in excellent shape,low hours, all stock current registration, white with purple trim. ready to go for summer call Rick 626-833-7783
no computer so call.................can text pics
no computer so call.................can text pics
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Sea-doo 787 Motors Speedster Sportster
The Rotax 787cc engine was and still is, one of the most reliable engines Rotax assembled. The 717cc was/is a good engine too, just short on power.
I personally have a 1997 Challenger, 14ft., that I wouldn't sell for $10k. O.K., lets be real. I might think about it.
I've put a lot of time in the boat to get it back up to par, and now, it's a diamond in the water. It's still in mint condition, the previous owner did a great job on the outside, kept it in the garage, but seemed to lack know-how on the maintenance. I got it for a steal and love it.
I have a thread in the boat section that shows "a look inside the 787" that gives a lot of breakdown info on this motor. If you decide on the older boat, I believe you'll be happy with the performance, tubing etc...but make sure you do a compression test on the engines before you buy. With age, comes work that you may not see from the start. You'll not notice till your really into it for a ride, that something may be a miss.
So, most important is the compression. Anything between 130 and 150 psi and most importantly, no more than 5 to 7 pounds between the cylinders of the engine your testing.
The 4-TEC is a great engine too. But for the price, I'd be a little hesitant on it. Because these motors are such high performance engines, you don't know how it was treated or what may be a hidden factor in it's purchase. Unless it comes with a warranty, I'd be skeptical of the electronics. The Engine Management System in these electronically controlled engines can be a living nightmare. They are dependent on about 14 different sensors, depending on the type 1503 it is, for keeping the engine operating properly. The difference here between the 787 and the 1503 is electronics. The 787 only has a high temp sensor and that's basically it, outside of the DESS system.
Good luck, happy hunting but the choice is ultimately yours to make. Just make sure you really look at it, I mean really look at it. Don't let your excitement get you stuck with a deal you'll regret later.........
I personally have a 1997 Challenger, 14ft., that I wouldn't sell for $10k. O.K., lets be real. I might think about it.
I've put a lot of time in the boat to get it back up to par, and now, it's a diamond in the water. It's still in mint condition, the previous owner did a great job on the outside, kept it in the garage, but seemed to lack know-how on the maintenance. I got it for a steal and love it.
I have a thread in the boat section that shows "a look inside the 787" that gives a lot of breakdown info on this motor. If you decide on the older boat, I believe you'll be happy with the performance, tubing etc...but make sure you do a compression test on the engines before you buy. With age, comes work that you may not see from the start. You'll not notice till your really into it for a ride, that something may be a miss.
So, most important is the compression. Anything between 130 and 150 psi and most importantly, no more than 5 to 7 pounds between the cylinders of the engine your testing.
The 4-TEC is a great engine too. But for the price, I'd be a little hesitant on it. Because these motors are such high performance engines, you don't know how it was treated or what may be a hidden factor in it's purchase. Unless it comes with a warranty, I'd be skeptical of the electronics. The Engine Management System in these electronically controlled engines can be a living nightmare. They are dependent on about 14 different sensors, depending on the type 1503 it is, for keeping the engine operating properly. The difference here between the 787 and the 1503 is electronics. The 787 only has a high temp sensor and that's basically it, outside of the DESS system.
Good luck, happy hunting but the choice is ultimately yours to make. Just make sure you really look at it, I mean really look at it. Don't let your excitement get you stuck with a deal you'll regret later.........
http://www.seadooforum.com/showthread.php?t=5845
Microcontroller blog
http://www.ermicro.com/blog/
Forum
http://www.electro-tech-online.com/
www.avrfreaks.com
Forum
http://www.electro-tech-online.com/
www.avrfreaks.com
Eric Malone
"If you are not willing to break an arm, than you might as well go home." Eric Malone
In Gold Coast hospital, waiting to get casted, just found out that he did break his arm in the first heat of the competition (2010 Australia Freeride)
In Gold Coast hospital, waiting to get casted, just found out that he did break his arm in the first heat of the competition (2010 Australia Freeride)
Mini Tug Boats
Micro Tugs, Pretty cool, here is a big link for themhttp://www.berkeley-engineering.com/MiniTugBoatsForSale.html
