International Paint A global company
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providing coatings and service to the marine industry within New Zealand
and throughout the world
VIP.PS43 Flybridge and helmstation Bait station
foredeck, which is protected by rails making it an ideal spot for watching marine mammals in nice weather. The anchor winch is a James Nilsson V900 pedestal mount with the ground tackle and anchors, or 'bondage' equipment, supplied by Chains Ropes and Anchors Limited on the North Shore.
Back down aft we head up top and find the top of the ladder is also fenced and gated, another safety feature as well as having the traditional hatch to keep out the weather. The flybridge is quite open with plenty of room for passengers. There is a small bench seat in front of the upper helm station and the area is protected by a hard top roof and clears, above which is the radar arch carrying all the electronic aerials and nav lights. Spot On is powered by twin Volvo Penta D6 330hp marine diesels coupled via short jack-shafts to Volvo Penta Duo-Prop- DPH stern legs. Underway, Spot On was responsive to both helm and throttle as we head out of the marina. Once clear the revs are increased and the vessel starts to give that positive foil assisted lift. The fuel
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For information on our range of Marine and Protective coatings, phone 0800 808 807 or visit www.international-marine.com
International Paint 686 Rosebank Rd, Avondale, Auckland
Ph 09 438 6884, Fax 09 438 6852, Email sales@seamac.co.nz 11 Finlayson St, Whangarei.
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