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Forum: Engines & props 24 April 2022, 07:07
Replies: 101
Views: 7,965
Posted By Coastie
@Brinormeg. Give Cameron a call at Clyde...

@Brinormeg. Give Cameron a call at Clyde Outboards. He recently fitted a new outboard on my boat and I was pleased with the work and service.
Forum: Bits and pieces 24 April 2022, 06:43
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By Coastie
Hi, sorry mate missed your questions. The wee...

Hi, sorry mate missed your questions. The wee engine has gone to a new home. Cheers
Forum: Bits and pieces 19 March 2022, 07:51
Replies: 3
Views: 779
Posted By Coastie
Mariner 4 hp two stroke

I’m selling my little auxiliary engine, 2003 short shaft. Very clean and low hours. Has recently been serviced. Let me know if you are interested.
Forum: Engines & props 12 February 2021, 19:39
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By Coastie
Cheers that’s helpful. Got to wait for weather to...

Cheers that’s helpful. Got to wait for weather to improve before I can spray the hood, then onto the decals,
Forum: Engines & props 12 February 2021, 12:59
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By Coastie
They look a bit of a faff to apply without...

They look a bit of a faff to apply without bubbles or getting them off centre. Any tips on where you start? From one end / corner / top down etc? :thumbs:
Forum: Electrics and electronics 11 February 2021, 13:46
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By Coastie
This in the specs: The Blue and Brown wires...

This in the specs:

The Blue and Brown wires are for Garmin proprietary user data sharing only. They will not support NMEA 0183.

They are just for inter Garmin sharing.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 11 February 2021, 10:45
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By Coastie
Cheers @Pikey Dave, That’s what I’d assumed but...

Cheers @Pikey Dave, That’s what I’d assumed but I then found out that the Garmin Striker doesn’t support NMEA. Seemed easiest option to just upgrade and avoid the faff. :thumbs:
Forum: Electrics and electronics 11 February 2021, 10:35
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By Coastie
Going to answer my own question, a user on...

Going to answer my own question, a user on another forum has pointed out the Garmin doesn’t talk NMEA so I’ve upgraded to a F77 that has internal GPS built in. Sorted.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 11 February 2021, 08:11
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By Coastie
Cobra VHF and Garmin Striker 4

Okay one for the electric wizards- help please.

I have a Garmin Striker 4 which has a Blue Tx+ transmit and a Brown Rx+ Receive.

I’ve purchased a Cobra MBF57 fixed VHF that needs GPS input to...
Forum: Trailers & towing 22 July 2020, 19:36
Replies: 12
Views: 1,903
Posted By Coastie
I see Stonehaven- I’m put off there due to...

I see Stonehaven- I’m put off there due to numerous folks sat on beach and they get annoyed when you drive over the kids sandcastles. Good slip at Peterhead, Banff, Rosehearty. Cruden Bay is okay...
Forum: Engines & props 05 July 2020, 17:28
Replies: 0
Views: 358
Posted By Coastie
Mariner 4hp Two stroke

Not used the little engine before so have a question, advised 50:1 and that’s my normal mix for two stroke. It has a little internal tank 1.5 ltr? - just wondering what fuel economy is like? Have...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 29 June 2020, 11:51
Replies: 10
Views: 868
Posted By Coastie
I really like the look of the Flatacraft.

I really like the look of the Flatacraft.
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 26 June 2020, 05:03
Replies: 1
Views: 429
Posted By Coastie
Hi, I’m a bit further up the coast. Use a kayak...

Hi, I’m a bit further up the coast. Use a kayak to fish from Catterline, Stonehaven and the like. Okay on a good day, just need to pick the right conditions. Seeing a Harr approaching sends me...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 June 2020, 09:31
Replies: 19
Views: 1,284
Posted By Coastie
Of course you wife is correct, you must be family...

Of course you wife is correct, you must be family friendly. You really must have a 'tender' for safety reasons....:whistling: maybe a little SIB or something :thumbs:
Forum: Engines & props 22 June 2020, 06:15
Replies: 45
Views: 9,611
Posted By Coastie
Confirmed, mines a 9 inch. Hopefully he gets...

Confirmed, mines a 9 inch. Hopefully he gets sorted soon.
Forum: Engines & props 19 June 2020, 11:52
Replies: 45
Views: 9,611
Posted By Coastie
I’ve a Mariner 15hp 2 stroke on a 14 grp boat-...

I’ve a Mariner 15hp 2 stroke on a 14 grp boat- I’ll take a look at the prop size and let him know. Could be a starting point if looking for replacement :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 June 2020, 12:27
Replies: 14
Views: 1,470
Posted By Coastie
Your neighbors deserve a nice single malt. Good...

Your neighbors deserve a nice single malt. Good on them.
Forum: Bits and pieces 17 June 2020, 12:25
Replies: 6
Views: 881
Posted By Coastie
Hi guys, just an update, engine sold to a local...

Hi guys, just an update, engine sold to a local chap. Hopefully he can breath new life into it. I hope I've not started a fight here with the similarities etc. I'll bow out and let you guys get on...
Forum: Bits and pieces 17 June 2020, 08:19
Replies: 6
Views: 881
Posted By Coastie
Hi @Craig_c, I think the Yamaha is similar...

Hi @Craig_c, I think the Yamaha is similar (badge engineered) to the Suzuki DT2 2 hp from the mid 1990's? I'm selling one in great condition (apart from I can't start it!!!!) I've a link to the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 May 2020, 11:27
Replies: 2
Views: 408
Posted By Coastie
Thanks, might just have to go down DIY route. I’m...

Thanks, might just have to go down DIY route. I’m surprised tackle manufacturers or retailers don’t produce them as advertising - good way to get your business name displayed on many boats. Or the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 May 2020, 09:53
Replies: 2
Views: 408
Posted By Coastie
Fishing Measure Sticker

Hi, I'm looking for a self adhesive sticker with measure and UK min fish sizes. I can see stuff of eBay and Amazon but would prefer to buy from a smaller independent online retailer. Google...
Forum: Trailers & towing 27 April 2020, 17:49
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By Coastie
Agreed. I use All Seasons on my 4x4 and usually...

Agreed. I use All Seasons on my 4x4 and usually the diff locker and low ratio. Less wear on the clutch. But even with that, I never get my wheels on the slippy green stuff.
Forum: Trailers & towing 27 April 2020, 05:37
Replies: 33
Views: 3,470
Posted By Coastie
“Which tyres work best of hungry green ramps?”. ...

“Which tyres work best of hungry green ramps?”.

Not a lot, best to keep driving wheels off the stuff. Use drawbar extension or have a tow rope or two would be my advice.
Forum: Engines & props 26 April 2020, 05:00
Replies: 22
Views: 5,166
Posted By Coastie
To add to my post, when I bought my outboard, we...

To add to my post, when I bought my outboard, we had discussion about the parts required to have the option to use an external fuel tank (this 4hp has its own). Very helpful and certainly knew their...
Forum: Engines & props 25 April 2020, 19:40
Replies: 22
Views: 5,166
Posted By Coastie
I bought a Mariner 4 hp 2 stroke from Cambridge...

I bought a Mariner 4 hp 2 stroke from Cambridge Outboards last year after seeing it on Boatsandoutboards. They shipped it up North and it was exactly as described. Fired up second pull. Excellent...
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