wacko Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 (edited) Hi everyone, She's finally here!! I ordered a boat from the states just before Xmas 2011 and around 3 weeks ago it arrived here in Australia. She's a 21ft Seacraft Centre Console with a 225HP Mercury outboard, complete with aluminium trailer and hydrolic brakes. I've been looking at these particular hulls for a long time beforehand....... and the time was right when this boat popped-up for sale. I called BillyD from Sportsfishing Boats and got the ball rolling.......the boat was literally just listed so we were first up for price negotiations......and the rest is history... So, I'd like to take this opportunity to thank our Site sponsor, BillyD Sportsfishing Boats.Com.Au Billy was awesome throughout the whole process......he made sure the paperwork was up to spec....got the boat wrapped and packed professionally in the USA......kept me updated for all stages of the import.....he even drove down to Port Kembla with me to make sure the boat could be towed safely home ( I don't think this is a standard thing though, so please check first) I sourced the boat myself and got Billy to organise the 'back-end' stuff for import...... All went very smooth and it took around 1.5 months to get here....... about the only hard part of it all was parting with the cash and wondering if the boat you just 'bought' sight-unseen is gonna check out ok..... And on that note I might add......please do your research, choose carefully........my boat was in excellent nick for it's age (2001), but there was a guy next to us down at Port Kembla and the boat he just imported, was trashed and did'nt look too good......you could see the dissapointment in his face..... If you have any questions about anything (Hulls,Boat size, import, costs etc etc) Pm me, I'd be happy to share the info that I now know.........or better still, call or PM BillyD, he'll be more than happy to 'fill you in'. I would also like to thank a couple of 'Raiders that helped me with the boat so far......these being: Snap-per (Nick).....This guy is a master electrician and helped me out with re-wiring the boat(after T-top reassembled) and trailer etc etc........not to mention he's an all round good bloke and great fun to fish with!! Thanks Nick!!! Salmon Hunter (Bill)......What an absolute champ! Bill organised an engine service/tech and water tested the boat a couple of times while I was at work during the week...... I guess he's also super keen to get the boat ocean ready for more marlin and kingy sessions!!! Thank Bill!!! I'm stoked with my purchase and am looking forward to many fishy sessions in the new tub!!! Cheers everyone, come say g'day if you see us on the water.....boat name "Honey II"....... normally hang out on vhf channel 67 or 21.... Wacko. Heres a couple of pics...... Edited March 12, 2012 by wacko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robeebee Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 great looking boat mate congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Hooked Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Very nice looking rig! I'm sure you'll get a great deal of enjoyment out of her. I'll be sure to look out for you and say hello. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hodgey Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 That's a sweet ride, Jack :thumbup: Look forward to seeing footage of your latest captures on your new boat very soon Cheers Hodgey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plazmaman Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Very nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRED-ATOR Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 what a beast! go the centre consoles : ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adc Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Nice one Jack...i'm sure you will be itching now to get out even wider to capture those big ones. Cheers Irishman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boattart Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 That's a mean looking machine.You've got my mouth watering while I wait for my boat to get here also bought through Bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretsch Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Bloody nice rig Wacko!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewic33 Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Congrats on the new boat, looks fantastic! We need a like button! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevo-72 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Very nice Fishing boat Boys, can already feel the fish shacking in there scales.....CONGRATS AND ENJOY( LIFE IS SHORT ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salmon_Hunter Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Congrats mate, Hopefully you will be blooding it in with some monsters soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobba12 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Love at first sight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooker435 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Nice rig, Ill be sure to look out for your future posts see what you catch from your new pride and joy!!!! Congrats to you!!! Regards, Nathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAP-ER Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 (edited) Jack your very welcome!!!Any time Mate its a pleasure to have you as a fishing mate,and thats what friends are for. Cant wait to get some PB records on that boat,shes a rippa!! Your a top bloke Jack!!and id like to thank you to for everything youve taught me and all the memorable laughs and fishin trips weve had. By the way!! some quality photos there!!Who took them?haha Edited March 13, 2012 by SNAP-ER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishergirl Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 im in the market for a bigger boat, now you got me keen on some of the boats in his website.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray R Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 good lookin'ride Jack, hope she serves you well.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenno64 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Impressive rig! Good kuck and may the fishing gods like her too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mialla Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Looks like a great fishing boat , heaps of fishing space - very nice ---enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tide'n'knots Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 very nice rig jack, congratulations. pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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