Reel Hooker Update

For the loyal followers of Reel Hooker - a small picture update on the renovation..

When an unstoppable force meets an immovable object

Ever wanted to know what happens when a Piston fails in a large capacity diesel engine?

This...

No there wasnt a huge bang - as 11 of the 12 cylinders were still going on with their business.

Currently investigating the cause - probably piston crown failure! Special thanks to Thomas, Craig and all the boys at C And C Marine in Phuket - their response and dedication confirming why they are Phukets best Marine engineering company!

Storm in a teacup!

Phuket's Monsoon season always brings with it plenty of unpredictable weather - the above show Reel Hooker just days before she is due for a refit after a submerged mooring shackle corroded and broke! Luckily the crew were quickly on hand to minimize damage to some bent railings!

Special thanks to the crew of 4-Reel (http://www.phuket-charters.com/) for their assistance and our team led by P'Joe for making sure the powerless Reel Hooker will make her appointment for upgrades!

Let the Games begin

With Reel Hooker's renovation about to step into the next gear, below are the details of what is being replaced, upgraded and refurbished during the next 3 months..

Those who know Reel Hooker will see this is a comprehensive approach to a refurbishment! Given the outstanding support by Wahoo's preferred suppliers we will be introducing the key people of these businesses to those reading - so that everyone can understand not only how good these businesses and people are but how much they stand out from their competition.

Engines and Generator:

Cummins VT-555 removed and replaced with Yanmar 6LY3-STP engines and gearboxes, for greater performance, fuel economy and emissions.

Onan Generator rebuilt and renewed - likely to need new cylinder head, gaskets, injectors, pumps and more.

3 blade Propellors will be replaced with new balanced 4 blade items for smoothness, efficiency and performance

Engine and generator work will be carried out by C & C Marine Phuket - local warranty agents for Yanmar, Cummins, Onan and much more - without a doubt the best marine engineering firm on the Island in knowledge, service and friendliness of staff - contact their website on www.candc-marine.com for details - Craig and Thomas are in high demand so make sure you call them early!

Interior:

Current interior to be removed and replaced with Modern, light and spacious interior designed by an already well known international designer - more details and sketches to follow!

Changes include - changing layout in saloon for greater space efficiency, changing the forward 4 bunk cabin to be a more luxurious double bed arrangement

Systems:

New electrics, toilets (push button electric type), Airconditioning refurbished and replaced where needed. Entertainment systems fitted in each cabin.

Structural:

Changes to engine room to allow moving of Engine room hatch to cockpit meaning greater comfort and sound insulation in the Saloon.

And much much more - some of the work will be carried out by our experienced and trained crew - however we will still be publishing where and what is purchased and installed.

Keep an eye on our facebook for more details

GO Reel Hooker - GO Wahoo!

D-Day for Reel Hooker

31st August brings with it not only the end of Phuket's Summer but the end of an era and birth of another - Reel Hooker is being renovated, no expense is being spared in giving the well known old boat a new lease of life. With 3 months before the engines arrive, the clock is ticking for the team to get the hull ready and the rest of the work complete..

Daily updates will follow!

April

Dear All..

April brings with it the promise of yet more Songkran mayhem here in Phuket - with revelers coming from far and wide to sample what is the worlds most friendly waterfight!

With the arrival of Double Issue - our new 68ft Ferretti and all the fleet back in working order we are expecting April to bring with it fun, sun and lots of guests!

Keep your eye on the news!

March Update

The end of 2010 and January/February 2011 proved to be busy and interesting times for Wahoo!!

Thank you to all our repeat customers and those kind enough to refer business to us - it is always appreciated!

Reel Hooker, after 28 years of service, the busiest of which in the last 3 seasons - we decided that not only was she just too good a boat to sell, but that there was still good life left in her - so it is with mounting excitement and anticipation that the team at Wahoo have decided the old girl deserves a complete refit and remodel - bringing with it, modernised electronics, new engines with greater fuel efficiency and reduced environmental impact and a new look - more to follow soon as we are in the process of finalising the work, expected to be completed within 6 months - and will bring with it more comfort, range and value that ever before seen on a 40ft boat in Phuket!

Splendor and Reel Blue continue to impress all who choose them, with the crews getting many a compliment. Wahoo 4, still the busiest boat in the fleet and a proven fish catching Machine - with Captain Toy finding the sailfish when all others were left puzzled as to their whereabouts!

This new year has seen some of our longest standing staff and crew getting much deserved reward for their hard work and dedication - Adun, long known as the master of customer service and smiling face on Reel Blue has been promoted to Captain of Reel Blue - with his cousin Ting now learning the guide role from him. Adun started with Wahoo some 10 years ago as a trainee Deckhand understudying Joe - Keep it up Adun!

Captain Toy of Wahoo 4 will soon be assisting with the refit of Reel Hooker as he gets his reward for the loyalty and hard work shown on Wahoo 4, as he will be made the Captain of Reel Hooker.

Aod - became our new Fleet manager, in charge of the boats, maintenance and equipment - working with Joe to ensure that the boats are well maintained and in the best condition. Aod is another Wahoo success story - having been with us for well over 6 years, starting out as the office maintenance man, progressing to deckhand and then up the ranks!

January saw Gan join our team as Sales and Marketing Manager - she bring with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry so we look forward to good things to come - we have already seen her determination and desire to succeed bring on board some new agents!

Another new hire is Yut (aka Sky) brought on as relief captain and maintenance engineer, with experience in diesel engines, generators and an ability to repair almost anything, he is an exciting addition to our team.

Other new hires include - Nid our new head housekeeper and deckhands Jack, Gop, Ting to add to the team.

More to come - keep your eyes on the water...