Giddy Up at the Galley

Where will you be this Melbourne Cup day?

Race Week 2016 in review, Airlie Beach Race Week, Audi Hamilton Island Race Week

‘Racing, you’re on the edge the whole time’ Skipper Julian, Noosa Marine

Bathurst, Boats, back behind the wheel

This weekend, Tony Longhurst, will leave the Boatyard to join the Toyota 86 Racing Series at Sandown 500….

We offer a 5 star Valet Service for your Boat

We have a clean and safe option for your vessel should you need long term storage. Should you be looking towards retiring the Boat after the use over the last few months / years travelling over the winter months or just look towards having the boat out of the water to reduce your berthing fees, … Continue reading We offer a 5 star Valet Service for your Boat →

The 1st Lagoon 450s Sports Top in Australia

Now the Sports Top model offers owners the advantage of splitting the helm station between cabin top and cockpit

BEAT the HEAT

With Spring around the corner, why not get in early. Take advantage while the days are cooler and get working on your beloved boat. 1. beat the heat 2. beat the rush and get your vessel hauled out now There is an array of choice of controlled working environments for your routine antifoul works, resprays, repairs and … Continue reading BEAT the HEAT →

The Boat Works Extreme 40 is set to sizzle

During Airlie Beach and Audi Hamilton Island Race Weeks. One sleek orange and silver multihull is hell-bent on igniting Queensland’s Season of Sailing, tracking north from her Gold Coast base to thrill spectators, guests and media with her foiling form at Airlie Beach and Audi Hamilton Island Race Weeks. The Boat Works Extreme 40, already … Continue reading The Boat Works Extreme 40 is set to sizzle →

Smoke signals

What to watch out for (particularly with diesel vessels)

Black exhaust smoke: could relate to overload of the engine, shortage of air or faulty worn injectors

White exhaust smoke: could mean….

Aerodynamic drag

A dingy stored upright on the transom will act like a small parachute, causing your engine to work harder. Other effects from various shapes, from biminies, hardtops and canvas covers, can also create drag.

Onboard weight

Only stow away what you really need and ensure your load is well balanced to allow the vessel to plane quicker.

Once a year, take everything off your boat and consider what is really necessary.

Props

The right prop does matter. Adjusting the pitch and optimum trim are key. You can’t have good fuel economy if you’re not using optimum trim with stern drive and outboard-equipped vessels. Trimming out reduces the wetted surface area of the hull by raising the bow. Trim out until the prop ventilates a little (sucks air in) then … Continue reading Props →

Engine Maintenance

Regular engine maintenance and tuning to get better mileage is essential. This will ensure your boat runs better and has fewer emissions. Engines should be serviced every year or 100hrs (very important – refer to your service manual). Also monitor the following; air intake (could save you up to 20% of fuel costs), exhaust smoke, engine oil level, … Continue reading Engine Maintenance →