Introducing The Smaller Nashers 380 Aerotec

[ollyit]

superb work on that engine mate

[Derisher]

If you need the dimensions of the original seat i am happy to measure mine for you. One small observation the nippers don't seem to be using the new kill cord.

[John Kennett]

Originally Posted by Nasher

The lads want me to make up some stencils and add 'The Nippers Revenge' to the tubes in the same font as we have 'The Nashers Revenge' on the RIB. Does the flexible naming paint stick really well, or not? Bearing in mind the boat will be deflated and rolled up each time it's used.

On a previous SIB I had some vinyl lettering that worked really well. It was much thinner than normal and very flexible. Unfortunately I can't remember where it came from, but it does exist!

The transom has fittings attached which are in the images, I'm presuming they are for a set of wheels.
Anyone know any different?
Or know what make of wheels they are for?

They are standard, for the reassuringly expensive Zodiac/Bombard launching wheels

There might be a set going cheap though!

Really impressive job by the way

[Nasher]

Thanks for the kind words John, and everyone else, now I know it runs and doesn’t leak I’ll be looking at the more cosmetic aspects of the boat, so will investigate the vinyl lettering, and I’ll have a better look at the wheels later this evening.

Derisher
Thanks for the offer of dimensions for the seat, John did offer earlier that I could have a look at his to take a pattern, so will probably take him up on that as I’m more likely to be passing his way than yours.

You are quite correct to notice they are not using the new kill cord I went to all the trouble of fitting, which is due to it getting caught in the tilt mechanism whilst in the back of the car, which almost separated the clip from the cord. And no, I didn’t take a spare like I do in the RIB, and like I tell everyone to do.

I did try tying a loop in the end, but decided it was more trouble than it was worth in the situation we were in, and gave them special permission not to use it whilst there was two or three of us in the boat.
I also wound back the friction adjuster on the twist grip so that it at least dropped right back to idle when released.

Wrist slapped.

Nasher.

[Nasher]

I meant to add that we’re really pleased with the wear patches, as they look like they’ve always been there, and the Starboard one covers the pin pricks mentioned before.

As we have enough material left over, we will probably add another shorter pair a little further forward to complete the look.

Nasher

[Andy C]

I successfully used stencils and flexible paint from http://www.funkymonkeyboatnames.com on my Bombard. It worked well but it's important to make sure the stencil is applied as firmly as possible to avoid the paint leaking under on the slightly bobbly PVC surface.

[Nasher]

Now I'm not working on the boat so much it would be nice to pack it up a bit better to make some more space in the garage.

does anyone have a set of instructions they could scan showing the correct way to roll/fold the boat up once deflated?

Currently I'm just rolling it up by folding the transom over, but I'm sure there must be a better way to get it into as small a package as possible.

Thanks

Nasher.

[John Kennett]

It's important to pump the air out if you want to pack it small. I've found it's best to leave the valves open though, otherwise the tubes are vacuum packed and more difficult to fold.

Hold each tube up by the top edge when you pump the air out, then fold the top into the middle of the boat. It should then be about the same width as the transom. Fold the cones in across the transom and roll tightly towards the bow.

Do you have the storage "bag"? It's a wrapround job and helps get the boat into a manageable package.

[matt h]

i use my brave pump to suck the air out which really helps,then fold the rear cones in, and roll it up!!

[Nasher]

Thanks Guys.

Exactly what I used to do with the old 2.8 Zodiac then.
I'm assuming you leave the deck in?

Unfortunately the boat didn't come with the bag. I'm on the look out for one, but I think it's highly unlikely I'll find one, so will probably end up making it.

Nasher.

[John Kennett]

Yes, the deck stays in. No need to remove it, but do make sure you get all the air out.

Let me know if you want dimensions for the bag.

[matt h]

Nasher, im sure i saw a bag for the Aerotec 380 just lying around in there inflatable section of the showroom at Bhg Lymington, this was before the boat jumble tho, might be worth a call, speak to phil...
good luck

[PeterM]

Originally Posted by matt h

Nasher, im sure i saw a bag for the Aerotec 380 just lying around in there inflatable section of the showroom at Bhg Lymington, this was before the boat jumble tho, might be worth a call, speak to phil...
good luck

I may be in Lymington Sat/Sun so can pick up for you Nasher if they have it...

[Nasher]

Been tidying up the 9.9 Suzi a bit lately.

It's by no means Concourse, but I'm pleased with the way the hood has responded to:

A bit of elbow grease to rub it down.

Vauxhall car paint that's just a bit darker than the original.

Clear Lacquer.

Black Vinyl panels I cut from some material I had laying around.

Some cheap Decals I laid out myself and had cut in Gold Vinyl.
At over £20 these are one of the most expensive single items we've purchased for the boat, but are less than 10% of the cost of Genuine Suzuki ones.

Going to get some Gold pinstriping tape from Halfords to finish it off I think.

This winter I'm going to give the hood on our Suzi DT200EFI the same treatment to smarten it up a bit.

Before and after pics below.

Nasher

[Boats&Outboards]

Originally Posted by Nasher

Been tidying up the 9.9 Suzi a bit lately.

It's by no means Concourse, but I'm pleased with the way the hood has responded to:

A bit of elbow grease to rub it down.

Vauxhall car paint that's just a bit darker than the original.

Clear Lacquer.

Black Vinyl panels I cut from some material I had laying around.

Some cheap Decals I laid out myself and had cut in Gold Vinyl.
At over £20 these are one of the most expensive single items we've purchased for the boat, but are less than 10% of the cost of Genuine Suzuki ones.

Going to get some Gold pinstriping tape from Halfords to finish it off I think.

This winter I'm going to give the hood on our Suzi DT200EFI the same treatment to smarten it up a bit.

Before and after pics below.

Nasher

You've Spelt Suzuki wrong!!!

Peter @ Boatsandoutboards4sale ~ askboatsandoutboards4sale@sky.com ~ 07930 421007

[Nasher]

yes you made me check

Nasher

[Boats&Outboards]

Originally Posted by Nasher

yes you made me check

Nasher

No really you did. In the post you spelt it Suzi....

[Nasher]

So the next chapter in this story started today.

The 'not so smaller' Nashers boat has got slower now the eldest is bigger than me, and the youngest almost there, so they needed a bigger engine.
Still need to carry it around and rig it at sea though, so a 25HP is out.

I've been looking around for the holy grail, a cheap 15HP Short Shaft 2-stroke in good nick, but couldn't find anything for less than £800 that I would consider, so went back to plan 'A' and collected this today for well under £100 in the state you see it here.

It's a DT15 of early 90's or late 80's spec - still to confirm that one - and it needs: - Not a lot actually.

It was taken apart to investigate it's rough running and given up on by the previous owner.

The bores are in really good condition without the slightest hint of a lip at the top indicating wear, but strangely it's had some water ingress into the top pot and the small end bearing has rusted badly to the gudgeon pin.
That piston has picked up very slightly without marking the bore, but annoyingly the other piston has a broken skirt which looks like it's been done on disassembly.

The crankshaft assembly is pressed together on these but thankfully the big ends and main bearing trapped inside the pressed together parts have no wear that I can feel. The end bearing and seal assemblies that I can get off I'll replace anyway.

So
2 x Pistons, rings and Gudgeon pins.
2 x Main bearings and oil seals. (Already looked them up and they're available from SKF)
Full gasket set.
Paint it and Carbon wrap the hood to match the DT200 on the RIB.

And should be good to go for our Summer trip to Dartmouth this year for @£250.

Nasher.

[John Kennett]

Very good. Look forward to seeing the finished version!

[ollyit]

looking forward to seeing plenty of pics - loving the enthusiam simon, hope youre well mate