There are a lot of alternatives to the well-known expensive parts and materials that we use to run and maintain our boats. These would products that the posters have actually used and found satisfactory
Re : Jbarnes85
That Aerosil looks like fumed silica to me or cabosil. I bought some from this place. I am pretty sure the 250g bag at $9 was about 5L making it very cheap. Very hard stuff.
trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Someone should start a DIY boat hacks page. I am pretty sure half the paints are just house paints but many times more expensive
A good format (to cut to the chase ) would be:
Product
Supplier
Price
Product Epoxy filler
Supplier trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Price (approx) 250g bag at $9 was about 5L
That's a great idea Gary!!
May I suggest adding
Comment (optional): eg-
often have specials on woven cloth,
or,
but the resin was cheaper at (insert supplier)
just a thought
There are a lot of alternatives to the well-known expensive parts and materials that we use to run and maintain our boats. These would products that the posters have actually used and found satisfactory
Re : Jbarnes85
That Aerosil looks like fumed silica to me or cabosil. I bought some from this place. I am pretty sure the 250g bag at $9 was about 5L making it very cheap. Very hard stuff.
trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Someone should start a DIY boat hacks page. I am pretty sure half the paints are just house paints but many times more expensive
A good format (to cut to the chase ) would be:
Product
Supplier
Price
Product Epoxy filler
Supplier trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Price (approx) 250g bag at $9 was about 5L
I guess the problem is that with some products you don't find out whether they were any good until 5 or 10 years or more down the track
Product: Epoxy filler
Supplier: trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Price: $9 for 250g which is a large amount/volume, perhaps 5L or so.
Comments: I believe this is similar or the same as West Systems 406 Colloidal Silica or Cabosil. It is a very very hard and strong filler, sanding is very very difficult. I have used it for medium transom repairs, minor deck repairs and a few other minor jobs. It is very hard so its best to avoid the need to sand it afterwards. I used an electric file (like a mini belt sander) to sculpt the shape afterwards which works well.
There are a lot of alternatives to the well-known expensive parts and materials that we use to run and maintain our boats. These would products that the posters have actually used and found satisfactory
Re : Jbarnes85
That Aerosil looks like fumed silica to me or cabosil. I bought some from this place. I am pretty sure the 250g bag at $9 was about 5L making it very cheap. Very hard stuff.
trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Someone should start a DIY boat hacks page. I am pretty sure half the paints are just house paints but many times more expensive
A good format (to cut to the chase ) would be:
Product
Supplier
Price
Product Epoxy filler
Supplier trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Price (approx) 250g bag at $9 was about 5L
I guess the problem is that with some products you don't find out whether they were any good until 5 or 10 years or more down the track
This is true. But most chemical products (paints, lubricants, solvents) have numerous applications and its the application of a products that is the Intellectual Property. Many of the boat products would be used for many applications. I highly doubt West Systems or any boat product manufacturer would be making all of their products. There just wouldn't be the volumes to justify running manufacturing facilities and everything that goes along with it. For some of their products I would suspect they are buying a product in bulk (that has many other applications/markets) and packaging it down. Fumed silica is probably just a commodity.
But yes I wouldnt go and paint the deck of my boat in house paint...... Even though I have heard many people use Wattle paints. Its the time that is expensive... not the products.
Product: Outboard parts (mainly Parsun, but other brands too)
Supplier: www.parsunparts.com/
Price: Varies, but all seems reasonable
Comments: I had huge trouble in Perth finding someone who would service my Parsun outboard - so went with a DIY approach. This site lists ALL the parts of the outboards using exploded workshop diagrams. Purchase online and they will ship direct to you.
Here's my 2 bob's worth for Yanmar 2GM owners. Probably also useful for other GM variants, but you'd need to confirm. The savings vary but are very significant on impellers and filters, which are about 1/3 OEM prices. For your reassurance, all these bits have been working perfectly in my engine for some years now.
Filters:
Lube Oil: LF3462 Fleetguard
Fuel: FF5260 Fleetguard
KM2A Transmission:
Input shaft bearing NSK 32005XJ OD ~ 49mm
Output shaft bearing NACHI 07087Y OD ~ 53mm
Input shaft seal NOK AC1314A ID 25mm OD 39mm
Output shaft seal KOYO-OR Mh5A 30445 ID 35mm OD 55mm
CW Pump (raw water cooled):
Bearings: NSK 6200ZZCM NS7S 605
Seal: NOK AEO279A
Impeller: Johnson 09-806B-1
Belt: Mitsubishi 10x445 M17.5
Cheers, Graeme
Product: Epoxy filler
Supplier: trojanfibreglass.com.au/product/fumed-silica/
Price: $9 for 250g which is a large amount/volume, perhaps 5L or so.
Comments: I believe this is similar or the same as West Systems 406 Colloidal Silica or Cabosil. It is a very very hard and strong filler, sanding is very very difficult. I have used it for medium transom repairs, minor deck repairs and a few other minor jobs. It is very hard so its best to avoid the need to sand it afterwards. I used an electric file (like a mini belt sander) to sculpt the shape afterwards which works well.
Aerosil is just the brand name for fumed silica, the same place also sells cabosil which is just a different brand of the same stuff. Bote Cote and West systems are just boutique epoxy suppliers that buy in bulk and sell the same stuff in small packets for a heavy mark up. The local epoxy mixer here is probably supplying other suppliers under different labels. Just before Christmas, I had to buy epoxy in small containers {for the same price] because they had a shipment leaving and did not want to decant some just for me, they just wanted to close up for Christmas. At the same time, I was trying to buy some cloth from trojan but it took several days for them to answer an email!
Diy-composite- supplies on eBay, however, are very competitive on price and surprisingly fast delivery.
Hi Ramona
Diy-composite- supplies on eBay,
Is that a company name?
gary
It's the sellers name they use on ebay
www.ebay.com.au/str/DIY-Composites?_trksid=p2047675.l2563
It's the sellers name they use on ebay
www.ebay.com.au/str/DIY-Composites?_trksid=p2047675.l2563
I've bought some of their Platinum epoxy which is I suspect the same as our local mixers product but 2/3 of the price and with out the hassle of driving out to Flinders industrial.
Have found this at Bunnings (Nitto tapes 10mx19mm $19.50) to be equivalent in service to Rubbaweld (5mx25mm $24.95).
www.bunnings.com.au/nitto-denko-19mm-x-10m-no-15-self-fusing-tape_p4430729
RS have this which is even better value; have not used it.
au.rs-online.com/web/p/self-amalgamating-tapes/1468998/?ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI2MzX84-47gIVwwRyCh2RkgU0EAYYASABEgKvO_D_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!8733!3!434583992319!!!g!329349808202!&cm_mmc=AU-PLA-DS3A-_-google-_-PLA_AU_EN_Adhesives_%26_Sealants_%26_Tapes_Whoop-_-(AU:Whoop!)+Self+Amalgamating+Tapes-_-1468998&matchtype=&pla-329349808202&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2MzX84-47gIVwwRyCh2RkgU0EAYYASABEgKvO_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Have used for electrics, rope ends, wrapping ladder tiller extension rungs. Rubbaweld seems to be the only one available in white - but it soon gets dirty as expected.
Product Self fusing/ Amalgamating tape
Supplier www.bunnings.com.au/nitto-denko-19mm-x-10m-no-15-self-fusing-tape_p4430729
Price (Nitto tapes 10mx19mm $19.50) to be equivalent in service to Rubbaweld (5mx25mm $24.95).
Comment Have used for electrics, rope ends, wrapping ladder tiller extension rungs. Rubbaweld seems to be the only one available in white - but it soon gets dirty as expected.
au.rs-online.com/web/p/self-amalgamating-tapes/1468998/?ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI2MzX84-47gIVwwRyCh2RkgU0EAYYASABEgKvO_D_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!8733!3!434583992319!!!g!329349808202!&cm_mmc=AU-PLA-DS3A-_-google-_-PLA_AU_EN_Adhesives_%26_Sealants_%26_Tapes_Whoop-_-(AU:Whoop!)+Self+Amalgamating+Tapes-_-1468998&matchtype=&pla-329349808202&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2MzX84-47gIVwwRyCh2RkgU0EAYYASABEgKvO_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Product: fibreglass , resins and glassing supplies
Supplier: DIY Composites
Price: according to Ramona, very competative
Comments: Ramona = Diy-composite- supplies on eBay, however, are very competitive on price and surprisingly fast delivery.
From their blurb.
DIY Composite Supplies - the original & largest supplier of fibreglass materials on eBay. For technical advice - view ourTech Help & FAQ's pages: facebook.com/notes/diy-composites/faqs/1946720142033848/ **** or **** compositepackaging.org/CS_index.htm Still not sure? Need something we haven't got listed yet? Send us an email and we will help you!
Engine mounts.
The request was originally for Volvo 2030 mounts but a reply came back for three of suppliers of mounts.
Product; ENGINE MOUNTS
Supplier; polyflex.com.au/marine-engine-mounts/search?filter_name=
isoflex.com.au/products/engine-mounts/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1eHe_9ai7wIVN51LBR3ahQ1kEAMYASAAEgInZ_D_BwE
headlandengineering.com.au/our-products/randmarine/
Price; unknown
Product: Stainless fasteners and other hardware including high strength Bumax
Supplier: www.stainlesscentral.com.au/about-us/
Price: As per items
Comments: Excellent supplier of stainless fasteners and hardware including the high strength Bumax A4-80 grade bolts and matching grade nuts and washers. 800MPa tensile strength fasteners in the 316 material. See their website they stock a wide range of other marine and general stainless components. Very knowledgeable supplier.
Don't forget RTM has quite a reasonable range of boating hardware all of which is cheaper than Whitworths. Even Bunnings has a small range of 316 shackles and turnbuckles ... which I availed myself of today. I think it's very important to support both these places by looking there first and buying if possible as otherwise we will be faced with a Whitworths Monopoly as if it isn't bad enough already.
Engine mounts.
The request was originally for Volvo 2030 mounts but a reply came back for three of suppliers of mounts.
Product; ENGINE MOUNTS
Supplier; polyflex.com.au/marine-engine-mounts/search?filter_name=
isoflex.com.au/products/engine-mounts/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1eHe_9ai7wIVN51LBR3ahQ1kEAMYASAAEgInZ_D_BwE
headlandengineering.com.au/our-products/randmarine/
Price; unknown
I searched high and low when I redid my mounts about 4 years ago and ended up getting Trelleborg Cushyfloats from Hancock Industrial at a great price. One advantage with those mounts is their lower profile, which helped avoid cutting into the mounting beds.
Hi Wongaga
What make of engine are we talking about?
Gay
Can you submit your info in this format.
With a contact for the supplier.
Product Engine mounts - Trelleborg Cushyfloats
Supplier Hancock Industrial
Price
Comment.
Product: Stainless fasteners and other hardware including high strength Bumax
Supplier: www.stainlesscentral.com.au/about-us/
Price: As per items
Comments: Excellent supplier of stainless fasteners and hardware including the high strength Bumax A4-80 grade bolts and matching grade nuts and washers. 800MPa tensile strength fasteners in the 316 material. See their website they stock a wide range of other marine and general stainless components. Very knowledgeable supplier.
Bolted down my new bow roller set up today. Made from 316 stainless and bolted to a bronze stem. I used a titanium bolt and a bed of JB Weld. Titanium stuff is pretty reasonable now.
Product: Stainless fasteners and other hardware including high strength Bumax
Supplier: www.stainlesscentral.com.au/about-us/
Price: As per items
Comments: Excellent supplier of stainless fasteners and hardware including the high strength Bumax A4-80 grade bolts and matching grade nuts and washers. 800MPa tensile strength fasteners in the 316 material. See their website they stock a wide range of other marine and general stainless components. Very knowledgeable supplier.
Bolted down my new bow roller set up today. Made from 316 stainless and bolted to a bronze stem. I used a titanium bolt and a bed of JB Weld. Titanium stuff is pretty reasonable now.
Good one. Numerous JB Weld products at Repco - assume the MarineWeld was used?
www.repco.com.au/en/brands/jb-weld/c/1825780997
Assume titanium grade 5?
www.stf.net.au/product-category/materials/titanium/
Don't forget RTM has quite a reasonable range of boating hardware all of which is cheaper than Whitworths. Even Bunnings has a small range of 316 shackles and turnbuckles ... which I availed myself of today. I think it's very important to support both these places by looking there first and buying if possible as otherwise we will be faced with a Whitworths Monopoly as if it isn't bad enough already.
Hmm, see my post re RTM, in the Arnold's fail thread. That said I agree wholeheartedly in supporting specialists suppliers ie Yamba pump shop Wide range of hoses clamps etc, next door is the stainless shop again only stock quality. Whitworths stock and sell the same dodgy products as the competition. And have done since the "cash on delivery "' days
Hi Wongaga
What make of engine are we talking about?
Gay
Can you submit your info in this format.
With a contact for the supplier.
Product Engine mounts - Trelleborg Cushyfloats
Supplier Hancock Industrial
Price
Comment.
Hi Gary;
Yanmar 2GM, they are in Auckland, www.hancock.net.nz
Cheers, Graeme
Good one. Numerous JB Weld products at Repco - assume the MarineWeld was used?
www.repco.com.au/en/brands/jb-weld/c/1825780997
Assume titanium grade 5?
www.stf.net.au/product-category/materials/titanium/
Just the traditional JB weld and grade 5 titanium bolt from a race car supplier on eBay.
Product Engine mounts - Trelleborg Cushyfloats for Yanmar 2GM
Supplier Hancock Industrial www.hancock.net.nz
Price
Comment. In Auckland, N.Z.
Re Wongaga. I searched high and low when I redid my mounts about 4 years ago and ended up getting Trelleborg Cushyfloats from Hancock Industrial at a great price. One advantage with those mounts is their lower profile, which helped avoid cutting into the mounting beds.
Product: Bonetti Campers FN single or two-burner stove. A Metho stove "origo type" single and dual burner.
Supplier: www.bonetticampers.com.au/accessories/can-fn2001-gel-alcohol-burner-stove/
Price: $250 single and $431 for dual (excluding shipping)
Product: ARBORIST LOWERING ROPE 16mm x 100m DOUBLE BRAID POLYESTER AUST MADE 6.5t B/F
Supplier: ebay store - Wholesale Rope Online - rope1919 - www.ebay.com.au/itm/254276112907?hash=item3b3409920b:g:1u8AAOSwDipdErop
Price: $265
Comments: The Arborist ropes have a beefier cover to resist chafe, I used this to rig a drogue setup. This seller supplies an Australian Certificate of Testing for the product. I found a similar product for a similar price on ebay, but the seller ran for the hills when I asked about certification. Good to deal with.