INVESTIGATOR 563

Thanks for all the details Ozzie, this will be very useful for anyone going down the repair route. I went for the cheap wheels, which I'll probably regret. But one thing I did was to tape up the brake pads and inside drums and then coat the whole assembly inside and out in fish oil before putting it...

Hi Ozzie, very sorry to hear your boat is moving on. Keeping the boat and trailer in good condition over all those years is testament to your care and seamanship. Lots of good memories to cherish. And your post is an important reminder to me to make the most of it while I still can. Best wishes, Ian.

Bravo Ozzie.

Thanks for the replies. Yes, too late on the stairs. They're busy rusting away as I type. I gave them a coating of penetrol in the vain hope that might add a few years...

Good info. I bought a pair of bearing buddies but they seem to be just marginally oversized for the hubs. They have a fairly thick wall so they can't be force fitted. Any tips for how to achieve an interference fit? I don't have a lathe to bring them down to size. (I think the correct answer is send...

Thanks Ozzie, I'll make a small contribution here. These are the hubs/brakes for the standard trailer: https://sunriseint.com.au/product/9-mechanical-trailer-brake-kit-drums-and-backing-plate-caravan-set/ Holden HT 5 stud 63.9mm centres Bearing LM11 My notes say 10" but the invoice says 9"...

Take some photos and start a thread on your trailer repairs Ozzie. I did the wheels/brakes on mine, but the rust is now starting to creep. I am unsure how to stop it.

Insurance update: New Wave 3rd party purchased online, comprehensive available with photos submitted by app Topsail (selling New Wave) requires survey Club Marine we are unable to offer an insurance policy due to: How the boat is stored Youi requires survey NRMA requires survey Nautilus Marine requi...

Swing mooring...

Hi Ozzie, Yes insurance is getting difficult, the premium for my parent's house in Brisbane went up to $10k because the flood map shows a corner of the property 10m below the house floor level got flooded in 1974. The house has been there since 1969 and never flooded, but it's on a steep block above...