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Old 15 June 2015, 10:28   #41
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The Revenger finally got launched from the old Tremlett Yard and motored onto its mooring on the Exe. It has now had several short runs and everything is working perfectly. Both daughters have put it through its paces and have given it their approval. Since launching I have replaced the automatic bilge pump and done some re-wiring to put wires in correct runs and remove unnecessary connections and wire. The next job is to fit a trim gauge and tidy the instrument wiring.
glad to hear alls going well so far, and you've got the summer to enjoy your boating now
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Old 15 June 2015, 14:52   #42
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Towing

How does it tow with the X trail? I am far from being an expert on this matter. What I can say is that the dual axle trailer feels a lot better than the single axle trailer of my previous 5 m rib. Our X trail is far from new but has had no difficulty although I have not confronted any steep slipways yet. However, the bow of the Revenger sits very close to the back window which is very disconcerting.
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In other good news, I have inspected the transom after every outing and it hasn't fallen off yet.��

Seriously, I am keeping a close watch for all the reasons discussed earlier in the thread.
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How does it tow with the X trail? I am far from being an expert on this matter. What I can say is that the dual axle trailer feels a lot better than the single axle trailer of my previous 5 m rib. Our X trail is far from new but has had no difficulty although I have not confronted any steep slipways yet. However, the bow of the Revenger sits very close to the back window which is very disconcerting.
the bow of our Revenger fills the rear view mirror when towing, I've stopped looking now 😎

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In other good news, I have inspected the transom after every outing and it hasn't fallen off yet.��

Seriously, I am keeping a close watch for all the reasons discussed earlier in the thread.
keep thinking positive thoughts
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Old 20 June 2015, 15:32   #45
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We had the first run out to sea today in decent conditions, down the coast from the Exe to the Teign, followed by a good clean at the yacht club pontoon. We couldn't help noticing the invasion of giant jelly fish in the channel of Exemouth beach. Every is running perfectly and I am now inspired to make further progress with the re-wiring.
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Old 08 November 2016, 14:11   #46
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Moving to Australia

I have had two good seasons with the Revenger using a swinging mooring on the Exe. I am now emigrating to Australia and have just loading the Revenger into a container bound for Adelaide. It was a very tight fit with about 3cm of space between the sides and the mudguards. It was about 40F when we loaded the boat. Hopefully, it will be 40C when we unload.
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I have had two good seasons with the Revenger using a swinging mooring on the Exe. I am now emigrating to Australia and have just loading the Revenger into a container bound for Adelaide. It was a very tight fit with about 3cm of space between the sides and the mudguards. It was about 40F when we loaded the boat. Hopefully, it will be 40C when we unload.
that's a neat fit I believe there's already a few Revengers in Australia so you'll be in good company, good luck with the move and enjoy the sunshine
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How does it tow with the Xtrail?
I have just looked back over this thread after reading the comments in the "Shooting the breeze" thread. I replaced the X Trail with a Jeep Grand Cherokee for the second season with the Revenger. This gave a good comparison for the two cars. In retrospect it is clear that the X Trail was at its limits with the Revenger. I never experienced any problems but you were always aware that the boat was there and I felt the need to drive very cautiously. Everything felt much easier with the Jeep and it was possible to drive in a natural and relaxed way. Not surprising when the X Trail is listed at 2,000kg and the Jeep at 3,500kg.
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Revenger 23 - re-engine

Thread revival two years later. After two seasons of use the old Mariner 135 stopped and refused to start again. The boat had originally been built with twin engines so this seemed a good time to go back to the original specification. I sourced a couple of Mercury Saltwater 90s in Queensland from a seller who was willing to arrange delivery to South Australia. The old Mariner was removed and sold very cheaply. The original bolt holes in the transom for the twin engines were opened again, the holes for the single engine filled, and the transom cleaned up and given a new layer of flow coat. The engines were then lifted into place. All cables and pipes are now in place ready to be connected.
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The locals enjoy fishing, and are happy to sit around all day waiting for a bite.
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Old 02 December 2018, 22:14   #51
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good to see that the 23 is still going strong, fingers crossed the new engines go well
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Twin engines

The replacement engines are now fitted and running. I had the engines delivered from Queensland so did not see them or hear them running before buying. It was a great relief when they both started easily after sitting on the garage floor for six months. I have a hydraulic steering system to fit and then the boat will be back on the water.
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Twin engines

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engines looking good on the transom👍
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Ready to launch with twin engines and hydraulic steering.
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A perfect South Australian evening. All that remains on the re-engine work is to change the propellers.
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When fitting the twin engines I also converted from cable steering to hydraulic steering. The system is locally-made by Hy-Drive. It proved simple to fit (despite the impression conveyed by the baffling instruction manuals!) but did require me to fabricate connections to the steering arms. It works very smoothly and is a significant improvement over the old cable.
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nice job, looks great
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