The Anchor sock just use large electrical heat shrink at each end. I use it on my Anchor rope over the spliced sections works a treat. Plastic Cable ties will break down in the UV and Salt. Stainless wire or Cable ties will break due to flexing. Nice honest review, Im not sure of your background but those cracks are showing you have a lot of movement in the hull. Pay a boat builder to do a inspection as it may need extra bracing below the deck as well. On a side note I worked for a Engineering that started to import ion ore crushing machines from China. I remember the first one we imported looked good from a meter away but when we did the proper QA we found that the so called welds where painted silicon. The 2 ton sample crusher had been put together with Tack welds and the Silicon to look like perfect welds. I have worked with Chinese manufactures before and unless the workers are supervised they will cut corners and see nothing wrong with it.
Awesome work mate. I have a plate boat built in QLD and am looking at upgrading to something like this. There is sweet F@#$k all info like this out there so cheers mate for the honest feedback after 300hrs. There doing the 7.5mt profish with a 300ltr tank now and the 6.85mt with a 200ltr. Not awesome but better
Hey , thanks for the review much appreciate the time and non bias opinion you have given , I'm looking at one and have seen one review shit caning them however I have seen peopl in forums with Yellowfiin plate boats where windows are leaking that bad that passenger can't sit in seat , water streaming out of the hull for minutes like a hose after use and that's Australian built and $135k , so thanks for showing us that are looking at an affordable boat that still want to do some offshore fishing 👍👍
I am planning on ordering from them in 6 months time. Any chance you can send me your contact info so I can see how the entire ordering amd shipping process goes and your impression when you receive it?
To fix the nylon anchor sheath sliding on the chain, just get some stainless mousing wire and poke it through the sock and through the centre of a chain link, then wrap it tightly a few times & twist it off. I did this at each end and every 1 metre down the chain sock. Works a treat.
Sir, with regards to the cracks you should deal with them as soon as possible because the corrosion will still get into the cracks and spread, plus it will put additional stress on the rest of the weld. At least get yourself a drill 3mm and drill both ends of crack to stop it running further. The get the crack ground out and rewelded.
Interesting little issues. Those 2 cracks on the side of the cabin supports are serious, it's metal fatigue from sideways movement. Definitely attend to this while it is easily repairable. You need to add 2 x 8mm x 75mm 306 stainless steel flat plate from the bottom of the side walkway all the way up to the roof fitted flat on the end of the upright. It should NOT be mechanically attached, but glued on with Sika 11FC structural polyurethane adhesive sealant over the cleaned paint, this will allow some minimal flex with the boat. If this is not done, the upright will likely snap off with fatigue in a couple of years with some rough weather.
Cracks in the cab posts are still there I haven’t had to intervene yet ,would be a easy fix .No other drama .has been a good solid boat .l am very happy with the build quality and the ride of the hull
Thanks for the reviews really good. When you opened her up to add fuel tank, what was you impression on the out of site stuff below deck? Is there areas where water can seep into and not drain?
So apart from the paint peeling, the structural cracks, poor waterproofing, poor fuel system design and aesthetically poor welds, there's nothing wrong with it. So far. 👍 Thanks for your honest feedback as it helps those planning on purchasing a new rig. Think I might go for something other than chinese made. At least until they can prove they can build something of quality. Hope it continues to get you and the family out there and back.👍
Hi there, Looking at getting one myself. Have you had it out on many rough days yet and I so how does it hold out?. Any hints or tips for myself as a buyer? Cheers Daniel
Hi Daniel, Yes l have been caught out in so rough conditions,the hull handles it not worries . The 24 degree dead rise cuts through well and the double chimes gives you great stability at rest . As for buying one just have a good look over it ,check all the welding Look down inside the transom inspection hatches check the welding in there too and the General fit and finish . They are a good solid boat you won’t be disappointed
I have seen paint booths and whole boat is pressure washed and then final washed again with pure water with no salts in it then washed with a oxidation retardant which keeps it perfect untill primed. There is no better system.
A little off topic but why did you mount your deck winch forward rather than to the back. Is that flush mounted? Have a couple we're mounting on our Gospel and want to get them right the first time.
Do you keep this boat on the trailer ? Is the paint on the bottom considered a “bottom paint “ that you could leave in the water ? Just curious how much electrolysis would happen if it sat in salt water. Does it have aluminum anodes ? Did you consider any other alloys aside from 5083 (like 5086) ? Thanks !
Yes I keep this boat on a trailer,the bottom is not painted,if I was to leave it in the salt l would definitely put anodes on the hull as far as aluminium goes it all corrodes
@@eastcoastfisher5457 thanks ! You re still happy with it ? I saw a video by stabicraft from a year ago talking about knock offs and the issues. I priced the gospel boat for about 35k with options, plus another 27k for motor, and another 16 for shipping. Not sure about import tax or if any issues getting it insured or registered.
@@matthewdickson2627 yes mate still happy .... your shipping price seems a bit steep? I would be checking with customs what costs your up for and a builders plate for rego
Hey, great review. I am seriously looking at one the same as yours. Trying to work out the extras etc. to get from factory. Will put the motor and elecs in here in OZ. Couple of questions: trailer, is this the one from China or sourced locally? I will be beach launching 95% of the time, so was considering a custom dropped axle when it arrives here. Trim tabs, are they from factory? Drivers seat - custom or factory Clears on the cab - are they factory? Haven’t seen the option in their pricing. Last one, can you take a pic of the anode? Have you replaced this? Cheers
When it gets a little nautical they are a great addition they keep the noise down and cutting through the chop making for a much smoother ride . Yes l would add 👍
Hi mate did you have to take it back in for the compliance plate recall and did you do all the ordering and shipping for it I am looking at purchasing one
The welds that you believe are o.k. because they go in a straight line are just not good enough. They have tried to cover this with thick paint, carpet style trimmings and rubber type sea decking, and that`s the point-a cover up. Also the cracks don`t bode well for the structural integrity of the boat. Just pay the extra for peace of mind, if you can`t pay, don`t go boating. House made of straw remember!
i paid the extra and i ended up with a motor that come loose and bent in the transom, Paint work peeling off , engine that wouldn't go into gear because the idiots didn't install it right, QLD BUILT ANGLAPRO canopy come flying off first day i took it out was held down by pop rivets all the same shit champ u just get ripped off in Australia for the same crap
Hi I have purchased a 6.35 cuddy cabin model that was sittibg in a shed in indo for 3 years and im just about to fit it out would love to have a chat and pick your brain on a few things please?
@@arjun_jayakrishnathey are not a strong boat the welds are very weak I have seen the hulls crack . If someone asked me to go fishing in one I'd be giving it a miss. Just my opinion
The Anchor sock just use large electrical heat shrink at each end. I use it on my Anchor rope over the spliced sections works a treat. Plastic Cable ties will break down in the UV and Salt. Stainless wire or Cable ties will break due to flexing. Nice honest review, Im not sure of your background but those cracks are showing you have a lot of movement in the hull. Pay a boat builder to do a inspection as it may need extra bracing below the deck as well. On a side note I worked for a Engineering that started to import ion ore crushing machines from China. I remember the first one we imported looked good from a meter away but when we did the proper QA we found that the so called welds where painted silicon. The 2 ton sample crusher had been put together with Tack welds and the Silicon to look like perfect welds. I have worked with Chinese manufactures before and unless the workers are supervised they will cut corners and see nothing wrong with it.
Awesome work mate. I have a plate boat built in QLD and am looking at upgrading to something like this. There is sweet F@#$k all info like this out there so cheers mate for the honest feedback after 300hrs. There doing the 7.5mt profish with a 300ltr tank now and the 6.85mt with a 200ltr. Not awesome but better
Plenty of info, look on Facebook 😁👍
Hey , thanks for the review much appreciate the time and non bias opinion you have given , I'm looking at one and have seen one review shit caning them however I have seen peopl in forums with Yellowfiin plate boats where windows are leaking that bad that passenger can't sit in seat , water streaming out of the hull for minutes like a hose after use and that's Australian built and $135k , so thanks for showing us that are looking at an affordable boat that still want to do some offshore fishing 👍👍
Hey, how is it doing after 24months+?
Would you buy it again with your todays knowledge?
Thanks for your review, I just purchased a 625 walk around myself from All Seas👍
I am planning on ordering from them in 6 months time. Any chance you can send me your contact info so I can see how the entire ordering amd shipping process goes and your impression when you receive it?
Great video...is the process the same for the 11 catamaran?
To fix the nylon anchor sheath sliding on the chain, just get some stainless mousing wire and poke it through the sock and through the centre of a chain link, then wrap it tightly a few times & twist it off. I did this at each end and every 1 metre down the chain sock. Works a treat.
Thanks Mark
Sir, with regards to the cracks you should deal with them as soon as possible because the corrosion will still get into the cracks and spread, plus it will put additional stress on the rest of the weld.
At least get yourself a drill 3mm and drill both ends of crack to stop it running further. The get the crack ground out and rewelded.
Yes. I sleeved all the bolt fittings with plastic. Stop all dissimilar metals. Factory is implementing a few now
Interesting little issues.
Those 2 cracks on the side of the cabin supports are serious, it's metal fatigue from sideways movement.
Definitely attend to this while it is easily repairable.
You need to add 2 x 8mm x 75mm 306 stainless steel flat plate from the bottom of the side walkway all the way up to the roof fitted flat on the end of the upright.
It should NOT be mechanically attached, but glued on with Sika 11FC structural polyurethane adhesive sealant over the cleaned paint, this will allow some minimal flex with the boat.
If this is not done, the upright will likely snap off with fatigue in a couple of years with some rough weather.
He needs to ,take it out to sea and loose it and claim on his insurance.These things are death traps.
That's part of the cab. It isn't structural.
Still subject to metal fatigue cracking
How is it holding up these days? Asian boat manufacturing has come a long way.
What ever happened to the cracks? Did they get worse or stay the same? Did you end up fixing them? Any other dramas you’ve come across?
Cracks in the cab posts are still there I haven’t had to intervene yet ,would be a easy fix .No other drama .has been a good solid boat .l am very happy with the build quality and the ride of the hull
Anymore big update? How is it holding up nowadays?
Sir, how is the Gospel Boat holding up to this date? Might you be planning on another update video post?
Cheers for the post, its awesome. Any chance of an updated review?
Thanks for the reviews really good.
When you opened her up to add fuel tank, what was you impression on the out of site stuff below deck? Is there areas where water can seep into and not drain?
It all drains to the Bilge area 👍
And no it doesn’t leek in anywhere , all the hulls are tank tested in the factory
The best way to fix the chain sock is to use cable ties. Pass it through the sock at through the chain link.
So apart from the paint peeling, the structural cracks, poor waterproofing, poor fuel system design and aesthetically poor welds, there's nothing wrong with it. So far. 👍 Thanks for your honest feedback as it helps those planning on purchasing a new rig. Think I might go for something other than chinese made. At least until they can prove they can build something of quality. Hope it continues to get you and the family out there and back.👍
Hi there,
Looking at getting one myself. Have you had it out on many rough days yet and I so how does it hold out?.
Any hints or tips for myself as a buyer?
Cheers Daniel
Hi Daniel,
Yes l have been caught out in so rough conditions,the hull handles it not worries . The 24 degree dead rise cuts through well and the double chimes gives you great stability at rest . As for buying one just have a good look over it ,check all the welding Look down inside the transom inspection hatches check the welding in there too and the General fit and finish . They are a good solid boat you won’t be disappointed
Thanks for the reply. One more question as I have conflicting info. Is the hull 5 or 6 mm plate?
That’s a good question it’s 4 or 5 mm not sure
I have seen paint booths and whole boat is pressure washed and then final washed again with pure water with no salts in it then washed with a oxidation retardant which keeps it perfect untill primed. There is no better system.
Legend. Sorry didn't see this when I posted in your previous video
Thank you bro!!
Any further reviews?
A little off topic but why did you mount your deck winch forward rather than to the back. Is that flush mounted? Have a couple we're mounting on our Gospel and want to get them right the first time.
I just mounted mine where I fish
@@eastcoastfisher5457 Actually just noticed you've two mounts to the front, two to the back. think we'll do the same :)
Do you keep this boat on the trailer ? Is the paint on the bottom considered a “bottom paint “ that you could leave in the water ? Just curious how much electrolysis would happen if it sat in salt water. Does it have aluminum anodes ? Did you consider any other alloys aside from 5083 (like 5086) ? Thanks !
Yes I keep this boat on a trailer,the bottom is not painted,if I was to leave it in the salt l would definitely put anodes on the hull as far as aluminium goes it all corrodes
@@eastcoastfisher5457 thanks ! You re still happy with it ? I saw a video by stabicraft from a year ago talking about knock offs and the issues. I priced the gospel boat for about 35k with options, plus another 27k for motor, and another 16 for shipping. Not sure about import tax or if any issues getting it insured or registered.
@@matthewdickson2627 yes mate still happy .... your shipping price seems a bit steep? I would be checking with customs what costs your up for and a builders plate for rego
Hey, great review. I am seriously looking at one the same as yours. Trying to work out the extras etc. to get from factory. Will put the motor and elecs in here in OZ.
Couple of questions: trailer, is this the one from China or sourced locally? I will be beach launching 95% of the time, so was considering a custom dropped axle when it arrives here.
Trim tabs, are they from factory?
Drivers seat - custom or factory
Clears on the cab - are they factory? Haven’t seen the option in their pricing.
Last one, can you take a pic of the anode? Have you replaced this?
Cheers
Hi, we imported on last year snd looking at version 2. Would like to chat about some things if you can
Be happy to
What is the Version 2?
Hey man
I’m keen on getting one of these boats. You still running yours? How’s it holding up?
Hey mate,
It’s still going strong,just spent a week on it at the Whitsundays no problems
Hi, what is your view on the trim tabs on this boat, would you add? Do you find you use it regularly?
When it gets a little nautical they are a great addition they keep the noise down and cutting through the chop making for a much smoother ride . Yes l would add 👍
@@eastcoastfisher5457 thanks for the advice
Hi mate did you have to take it back in for the compliance plate recall and did you do all the ordering and shipping for it I am looking at purchasing one
I bought it through Scraiff boats they sent me out the new compliance plate, not sure on shipping they looked after all that
Do you know any one else who deals with gospel in Australia
Hi Joey,I am Leon from Gospel Boat.You can contact me if you need more information
Thank you East Coast fisher,for your kind video
Just wonder who your suzuki dealer?
Bayside Suzuki
The welds that you believe are o.k. because they go in a straight line are just not good enough. They have tried to cover this with thick paint, carpet style trimmings and rubber type sea decking, and that`s the point-a cover up. Also the cracks don`t bode well for the structural integrity of the boat. Just pay the extra for peace of mind, if you can`t pay, don`t go boating. House made of straw remember!
i paid the extra and i ended up with a motor that come loose and bent in the transom, Paint work peeling off , engine that wouldn't go into gear because the idiots didn't install it right, QLD BUILT ANGLAPRO canopy come flying off first day i took it out was held down by pop rivets all the same shit champ u just get ripped off in Australia for the same crap
Any chance you could send me some photos of your 300L fuel tank?
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Hi I have purchased a 6.35 cuddy cabin model that was sittibg in a shed in indo for 3 years and im just about to fit it out would love to have a chat and pick your brain on a few things please?
Hi guys please be very careful about that's they said there is too many traps waiting for you to jump in
The welds look hideous! Not trying to hate on your boat either. Just saying what I see from what you are showing.
It's looks better than my Quintrex welds
Don’t buy a quintrex
I'm a welder and I wouldn't be buying one of these things and would not be going outside in them things
@@arjun_jayakrishnathey are not a strong boat the welds are very weak I have seen the hulls crack . If someone asked me to go fishing in one I'd be giving it a miss. Just my opinion
Wilding is not professional sorry she cracks