The Mad Hughesy

19 hours ago, Jaz44 said:

I need the fuel tank size for big reef trips. I won't have the tank under the casting deck, it will be just foreward of the centre of the boat.

that sounds like alot of fun. good luck to you man!

depending on the location of the tank, you could always cut a hatch into the floor which could be above the fuel tank gauge

56 minutes ago, Jaz44 said:

Hi All. I'm looking at getting an underfloor fuel tank put into a Quintrex 420 Renegade tiller steer. The motor is a 40hp Yamaha two-stroke and I'm looking at around a 100l tank with some normal outboard tanks as extra. What would be the process of installing a tank. I know where I can get the tank and have it welded in, but I don't understand the process of plumbing it though. Would I need a fuel pump to pump the fuel to the motor? The fuel lines would be around 3m. How would I check the fuel level without gauges and what else do I need to know? Thanks

that is some serious fuel for a boat that size. what kind of trips are you planning to use it for?

thats great news. snags will be worth it! roughly how many/ whats the size of the intended reef to be placed there?

check out this youtube channel. loads of maps and info on the area

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the blue and white yak is still available...just $50 folks!

47 minutes ago, kmcrosby78 said:

Will buy it then mate of that’s OK. Any day/time suit you better next weekend? I have my boys rugby first up Sat and Sun morning. Maybe lunch-ish Saturday?

Yeah that should be fine. Wife might go into labour by then lol but let’s just play it by ear. Just PM me later in the week

11 hours ago, kmcrosby78 said:

Does the Mantra Noa have holes at the front and rear to add carry handles Chris? If so, I am keen to grab it. Have a busy day tomorrow but can pick up next weekend.

Yeah mate it does

Hey all, time to get rid of two kayaks I don’t use anymore. One is in rough condition (hence the price tags) and the other I is much better condition. Prices are firm and already cheap as, doing a special for AFO members lol first in best dressed. Located north lakes

the Mantra Noa needs a few bits of TLC (handles) but apart from that it is a great beginner kayak. Caught plenty of fish from it. Comes with a seat and 2 piece paddle and paddle leash . Seat is basically brand new, don’t think it has actually been used. $100 firm

second kayak is a BCF Glide reflection. It is missing the bung (pictured) and has damage from where mY old dog chewed on it. I used to just cover the damage in duct tape, would never be an issue for a few hours on the water. Also missing a rod holder. Apart from that it was a great kayak. Perfect for someone who might want it to paddle out shark baits or just a cheap weekend toy. Also comes with seat and paddle. $50 firm

catfish spot X! do you ever run a paternoster rig to try and get away form the catty vermin?

Hey all,

I've got a 7 pin flat lightboard i don't need anymore. a few years old now but works fine. $20. pick up north lakes

2 hours ago, GregOug said:

Thanks @christophagus. I presume you were defending my honour and not just that of Northsiders in general, which of course is far less important? 

whichever option helps you sleep at night, we will go with that

nice one Robbie!

mate of mine fishes the passage like that for cuttlefish and squid. deeper water, just off the bottom and slow drift in his boat. he cleans up every often doing it like that

@GregN70 ive only ever heard of that legendary place as local fishing myth

schulz is the river system downstream from the nudgee beach boat ramp. great spot for sharks in summer. also holds good bream, flathead and the occasional jew fish

What a ripper! That’s awesome, well done lads. I’ll backdate for the Suburbs of Origin hahaha 

Hey everyone,

time for my boat to move on so we can upgrade my car. Ad is up on gumtree, so if you know anyone who might be interested please flick it to them. Sad to see it go but, growing family comes first!

https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/north-lakes/motorboats-powerboats/2002-quintrex-coast-runner-500/1272792422

What line class was it? My guess is a half decent sting ray. They don’t have teeth (to my knowledge) but can easily bust you off

Could take the “River” portion out all together and have a winter classic and summer classic. Reefies in winter, Pelagics and sharks in summer. Just sayin..

15 minutes ago, AUS-BNE-FISHO said:

I would love to get a write up in the local newspapers. It may not be the biggest competition but half the people on social media are annoying farts who like to criticize you on keeping fish.  

i couldn't agree more with you Hamish, hence why i use this forum more than social media groups. 

54 minutes ago, Tuna are fish said:

would there be an age restriction. and also would there be points for sharks?

i think back in the day there was a junior and senior section? @ellicat might recall.

there was a shark category too.

the old Brisbane River Classic and Moreton Bay Classic were fantastic comps. Pretty sure the BRC used to even get a write up in local papers and fishing magazines which was cool. i just don't know if the numbers are there anymore for them. I would love to have them back and for this club to really start to grow in active numbers, but i feel as if the world of social media has people straying away from online forums like this now.  anyway that's a bit off topic

id be happy to help get this going again and happy to potentially participate too (bub number 2 on the way, so who knows what spare time ill have!). if the numbers are there, and we could get a report written for a local fishing mag then you might be able to attract some sponsors for some good prizes. Time for AFO to grow back to its former BFO glory! just my 2 cents

11 minutes ago, Cobiaaddict said:

Curtain Artificial @ Moreton Island has some good sized resident YTK fish,  You will need minimum 50lb gear if you want to be successful, Some guys fish 60-80lb and still struggle to land fish. 

Offshore there are always plenty at Hutchinson Shoals, 

I've heard that about big gear too. I've got a mate who has lost a lot of big kingies live baiting with tld25 and 80lb line. 

ive seen blokes live baiting for them around tangalooma and the artificial reefs (curtain) over there.