Big-Pete

That was him he could sell ice to Eskimo's, but saying that he made some good gear

Thank you all for your input I will check my cable and give it a good clean out and I will give the auto transmission fluid a try instead of grease. Thanks again Peter

Thank you Rick I understand what you are saying about cost out weighing the gain it's just one of the ideas I have been bouncing around, I have the Teleflex system on it but it is pretty hard to turn, I might just have to eat more wheatbix before going fishing lol. Thanks again for taking the time to reply and your input. Big-Pete

I have an old 25 hp 1976 Johnson outboard to which I have push pull steering on but as my arms aren't what they used to be I would like to convert to hydraulic steering. On this motor the steering goes onto the front bar of the outboard and the ones I have seen on the net seem to all use a system that goes thru the front section of the motor. If any one can offer me advice on what kit to buy I would appreciate the input and help. Big-Pete

As there are heaps of cicadas about I would use a surface lure or a subsurface cast under the trees and along the reeds. If the sun is high I would go the divers and fish the deeper holes. Big-Pete

Try this or look on youtube for other methods

Well what can I say, thanks to Stewy and Donna and all of the moderators for their hard work. I know that I haven't posted much but I always liked to read all of the reports. I started on hear when Ken had the site and it has just gone from strength to strength. I hope you relax into the next chapter of your lives and fish like crazy. Thanks again for everything, take care of yourselves. Big-Pete

The cost of an after market unit is about $800.oo from Queensland , they work well. Big-Pete

Check out a tyre repair kit , they have a thing to ream out the hole before installing the plug. They are pretty cheap. Big-Pete

Guess which one catches the most squid? Big-Pete

I am pretty sure lifejackets aren't really used in the rivers up there because if your in the water you are gone any way. Big-Pete

You haven't said which type of line you bought or where you are going to fish. Lake Illawarra is a good starting point the flies you would use would be crazy charlies, clouser minnows (small size). I would suggest you start on the sand flats and just get the hang of casting and then move onto weed beds etc. Fish the flies slow let them sink and do a dot dash type of retrieve. You could look at joining the Illawarra Fly Fishers they are a fairly active club. Hope this helps a little Big-Pete

Dura Hubs are oil filled I have a set and love them, glass window at the front you and see if the level is low or contaminated. Easy to fit and fill, youtube has a video on fitting them. Big-Pete

Hi everyone I am looking for some gears for a project I am working on. I have looked on evilbay and google but to no avail. So I was wondering if anyone has or knows where to get spur gears either in nylon or metal of what ever kind I did buy some plastic ones but I am sure they wont last. I am after 2x 28 mm dia and 2x 20 mm diameter as long as they are all the same teeth type. Thanks in advance. Big-Pete I no longer require these thanks

Hi Divey, I have one of these units and I love it the downscan image is like a photo, easy to install and operate, the only downside is the mounting bracket but once you get used to it very easy. Huey looked after me, great price and exceptional service Big-Pete