How to Prevent Ethanol Related Damage in Petrol Engines

Posted on September 22, 2014 by getfishing

STA-BIL^® Marine is specifically designed to prevent Ethanol related damage in petrol engines in marine environments.

Containing strong cleaning agents to remove power robbing deposits from carburetors, fuel injectors and intake valves, STA-BIL^® Marine provides improved engine performance YEAR ROUND.

Most boats and marine equipment have a fuel system that vents to the atmosphere. Ethanol fuel is hygroscopic in nature which means it attracts and absorbs moisture. Water in the fuel tank can cause significant engine damage. STA-BIL^® Marine helps removes water from fuel, protecting your engine.

High octane fuels such as 95 and 98 deteriorate in as little as 21 days. Fuel phase separation occurs in regular unleaded in as little as 30 days. By using STA-BIL^® Marine at every fill up, fuel phase separation can be prevented.

It is common practice when storing your boat or water craft to drain the fuel tank. There is no dispute that it is near impossible to remove all fuel from the fuel system by draining, not to mention the difficulties involved in disposing of fuel in an environmentally safe manner. Remaining fuel can erode rubber hoses and plastic fuel lines. A near empty fuel tank is vulnerable to rust and corrosion, leading to more problems when the tank is refilled. STA-BIL Marine prevents fuel deterioration and stabilises fuel for 12 months, eliminating the need to drain the fuel tank.

With DOUBLE the corrosion preventer than in STA-BIL^® Storage, STA-BIL^® Marine provides unparalleled protection against corrosion and the formation of ‘white rust’ deposits in the harsh marine environment. The last thing you want is to be caught out on the water with fuel issues when they can be easily prevented.

STA-BIL^® Marine is available from leading automotive, hardware and marine outlets.

STA-BIL products are exclusively distributed by Trico Products Pty Ltd. For further information go to www.STA-BIL.com.au or call 1300 698 742.

New 303® Range has your Marine needs Covered

Posted on September 22, 2014 by getfishing

Easy to apply, never leaving the surface glossy or oily, resisting the build-up of dirt and mould and overall protection against UV attack, the 303^® Protectant and cleaner range has got all your marine needs covered.

Setting the industry standard for UV protection on virtually any surface, 303^® Protectant™ is a product first created for the aviation/aerospace industry to protect rubber and plastics against UV and ozone degradation. Additionally the 303^® range of specialised cleaning products have been designed and formulated to be used on a wide-range of surfaces including all types of rubber, vinyl, plastic, fabric and leather materials whilst 303^® Fabric Guard™ is the recommended fabric protection by Sunbrella, the world’s largest manufacturer of outdoor and weather resistant materials.

Regular use of 303^® Aerospace Protectant™ provides 100% prevention against slow-fade caused by UV. It is non-toxic, silicone free and biodegradable providing long term protection. 303^® Aerospace Protectant™ prevents drying and cracking and keeps rubber, vinyl and plastic items pliable and supple, thus maintaining or restoring lost colour and lustre. Applications for this product include boat covers, inflatable boats, hulls, rails & fittings, fishing gear, wet suits, clear vinyl windows, vinyl and finished leather upholstery, steering wheels and water sports equipment.

Providing the perfect way for a quick touch up between polishes is the 303^® Speed Detailer™. This product offers an easy, effective and safe way to clean, brighten and protect all hard surfaces. It removes dust and fingerprints and will not streak or haze and with no abrasives it will not scratch surfaces.

303^® Multi Surface Cleaner™ is a powerful concentrated cleaner delivering spectacular results, even on the heaviest cleaning jobs. It lifts and suspends oil, grease and dirt which can then be easily wiped or rinsed away. With a multiple of applications 303^® Multi Surface Cleaner™ safely cleans, brightens and rejuvenates all water safe indoor and outdoor fabrics, carpet, tiles, benches and upholstery. It has no caustic chemicals or solvents, it is residue free and rinses away completely.

For a localised spot cleaning job, an additional product in the range, the 303^® Spot Cleaner™ can be used to safely remove even the most difficult stains including, oil, ink, grease, wine, dirt and blood on all water safe surfaces including carpet and fabrics.

303^® Fabric Guard™ restores lost water and stain repellency to factory new levels. It stops leaks, resists soiling, protects against both water-based and oil-based stains and impedes mildew formation. It is safe for use on the finest fabrics, keeping them looking great and extending their life.

The 303^® Protectant and cleaner range, marketed exclusively in Australian by Trico Products, is available from all leading marine and automotive parts outlets.

For more information visit the 303 website at: www.303products.com.au or call 1300 698 742.

Prevent Fuel System Problems & Protect Your Engine

Posted on September 22, 2014 by getfishing

Fuel system problems are the last thing you want to come between you and a good day on the water. The video below shows what can cause these problems and what you can do to prevent them from happening in the first place.

STA-BIL can help with problems caused by ethanol blended fuel and helps minimise the effects of phase separation! For more information on STA-BIL Marine products visit the Golden Eagle website.

August Tournament Winners 2014

Posted on September 3, 2014 by getfishing

Thanks to each and every tournament member for participating in the first ever Get Fishing Australia-wide Online Fishing Tournament and congratulations to all winners. Our August tournament was the first of it’s kind in Australia and overall was a huge success. It was amazing to kick-start this new Aussie concept with a bang and some of the fish weighed in were of exceptional quality. To view last months winners and this months target species head to the Leaderboard page.

Additional to the prizes given for the 20 species categories Aron Dixon and Robert Bigg were also winners. Aron picked up $50 cash in the 0-50cm Mystery Length category for his 29cm whiting. Robert also picked up $50 cash in the Ugliest Fish category for his red rock cod.

Robert Bigg: Winner of $50 cash for the ‘Ugliest Fish’ prize.

The September tournament is now in full swing and already we are seeing some nice fish being submitted. We’ve made a few adjustments to the prizes and species this month so please take note of the following:

Eligible species: To give you more to target we’ve grouped multiple species in some categories. For example we’ve combined Samsonfish, Amberjack, Kingfish and Cobia into one category, Seriola Sp./Cobia. For a full list of eligible species and to view this months fantastic prizes visit this months Prizes page.

WIN cash with Mystery Length: This month there are 2 x $150 cash prizes up for grabs. One randomly selected length between 0-50cm and one between 51-200cm. All fish entered automatically qualify. First person to enter a fish the right length wins $150 cash. So even if you see a bigger fish on the board don’t worry you still have a shot at $150 cash or if you’re feeling lucky $300 cash if you get both.

Tournament Codes: As many of you may have noticed we are no longer sending out emails with your tournament codes. We’ve developed a much smarter system where you can access your monthly code any time of the month from or website. Simply log in and head to the Tournament Codes page and your code will be displayed on the screen. You must be logged in to view this page.

Handy Hint: Many participants are either laminating their code or keeping them inside a zip-lock bag and stowing away in their bags so that they’ve always got it handy. There were numerous reports of people forgetting to take their codes with them and then going on to catch fish that would have been winners, including one report of a 130cm Kingfish! Suffice to say they won’t be making the same mistake twice.

If you like this new fishing tournament concept it would be great if you could help us out by telling your friends about it and getting them to become tournament members. Competing in tournaments gives you a buzz and when you can share that excitement with a mate it makes for some fun and interesting fishing with plenty of banter!

Congratulations again to our August champion anglers. Below is a collage of all the winners and their prize-winning fish. Click on the image to enlarge.

The Get Fishing Australia-wide Online Fishing Tournaments would not be possible without the support of our sponsors. We would like to finish this post with a huge thank you to our sponsors for their support of this new concept and their generosity in giving back to the Australian fishing community. Next time you are in the market for new tackle think of these following brands, the brands you see to the right and left of all of our website pages, and consider choosing their products as appreciation of their supply of hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of prizes to fishing tournaments around the country each year.