Classic Australian Wooden Power Boat Association

That setup sounds about normal for a direct drive. If you're running a gearbox, then the box takes the thrust. In your case, I guess there's a cross piece that sits between the bearers with a thrust race in the hole where the shaft goes through, and as you say, a flange coupling to the front of the ...

Some great pics there Chivs. See you in sunny Hobart in Feb.

Thanks for that Ray.

Hi Ray, I've tried to get cover on my (almost) wooden boat with other companies, but to no avail. Shannon's don't do boats at all, Club Marine won't insure it despite the fact that I was quite willing to have it inspected and valued by one of their authorised boat dealers, YOUI was recommended to me...

I'm a bit late, but, thanks Al.
Who is going this time? Looks like I'll be there.

Hi Andy,
I'll pass your comments on to Col, maybe I can convince him to come again. I just had to prise him out of the bar on a few occasions.

Hi Kevin, Good to hear from you again. Couple of things ............ * Regarding engine positioning, rule of thumb is as far to the rear as possible, leaving room under the sump at lowest point for flex of the hull when you hit a wave. Maybe 12mm at lowest point. * Lundbergs are no longer in Sydney....

And Bugger again, Ken.

Hi Phil, (no pun intended}
I called him a few months ago. No answer so left a message but haven't had a rely. Don't know what's going on.
Bob

Better late than never they say ..........
Here's a pic of the Maxrob wheel on my skiff.