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Forum: Bits and pieces 04 July 2013, 16:45
Replies: 0
Wanted: 10hp 2-stroke
Views: 1,041
Posted By piemaker
10hp 2-stroke

Hi, I'm looking for a second hand 2-stroke 8-10hp, short shaft outboard for my 3.4 Sport-boat. My budget isn't as large as I would like £3-400. It is going to be used in rivers and sea,close to the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 August 2012, 18:30
Replies: 9
Views: 4,841
Posted By piemaker
Mine has a console & 2 extra jockey seats - so,...

Mine has a console & 2 extra jockey seats - so, I'm guessing with it being a CG boat & prob a bit heavier than the norm it'll be around 350kg-ish + engine & fuel etc. still a good idea to find my...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 August 2012, 21:18
Replies: 9
Views: 4,841
Posted By piemaker
This is encouraging! I will have to take a...

This is encouraging! I will have to take a picture of it so you can see the console/seating config. It hasn't got an 'A-Frame on it now but before the CG gave it to the sea cadets it did have.
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 August 2012, 21:14
Replies: 9
Views: 4,841
Posted By piemaker
This looks like a good option - if the 60hp can...

This looks like a good option - if the 60hp can give enough oomph to push the boat along at a reasonable pace etc.. At 113kg it's pretty light too, only concern would be extra fuel consumption being...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 August 2012, 13:14
Replies: 9
Views: 4,841
Posted By piemaker
Sea rider 5.4 approx weight

Hi all,

I am looking for a new engine for my ex coastguard 5.4 sea rider. A few considerations before I do anything though!

I have trawled through the forum for info & trying to make sure that...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 July 2012, 18:59
Replies: 0
Views: 1,015
Posted By piemaker
Orange paint

Hi,

I need enough rescue orange paint to cover the hull on my 5.4 SR.

Can anyone recommend the best place to buy it and how much I would need for a couple of coats.

I am, unfortunately...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 July 2012, 18:19
Replies: 12
Views: 3,418
Posted By piemaker
I wouldn't store anything of value in one for a...

I wouldn't store anything of value in one for a prolonged period of time. Like an oven in the sun and condensate like mad. I think a top quality purpose built boat cover is a better option....
Forum: Other stuff 15 July 2012, 08:11
Replies: 6
Views: 1,187
Posted By piemaker
Love it 'it's a big ass shark!' haha

Love it 'it's a big ass shark!' haha
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 July 2012, 13:58
Replies: 24
Views: 5,197
Posted By piemaker
Have you tried the boat launch app? Assuming you...

Have you tried the boat launch app? Assuming you have a smart phone that is. I found it very useful.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 July 2012, 15:24
Replies: 50
Views: 6,331
Posted By piemaker
I use the NFU - not the first company that would...

I use the NFU - not the first company that would spring to mind but they were £60 cheaper than the next best company. I have always found them to provide excellent service and never quibble about a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 July 2012, 21:00
Replies: 12
Views: 2,491
Posted By piemaker
Great link - thank you

Great link - thank you
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 July 2012, 20:33
Replies: 74
Views: 12,938
Posted By piemaker
Think somewhere along the lines of 75% of all...

Think somewhere along the lines of 75% of all defenders ever made are still on the road today. They are really uncomfortable and noisy but I love them. Mine attached:-)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 June 2012, 18:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,213
Posted By piemaker
What was the outcome? Thinking about painting my...

What was the outcome? Thinking about painting my tubes too. Can it be applied by spray gun or is it brush only?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 June 2012, 18:01
Replies: 5
Views: 1,262
Posted By piemaker
I think there must be a tent stowed under the...

I think there must be a tent stowed under the seat;-)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 June 2012, 17:52
Replies: 33
Views: 4,451
Posted By piemaker
Sounds crazy but, if you can get them to stick...

Sounds crazy but, if you can get them to stick rags soaked in vinegar and left on for a few hours will shift limescale.

I use the same method to remove it from poultry drinkers. Doesn't cost much,...
Forum: Other stuff 22 June 2012, 07:07
Replies: 16
Views: 2,638
Posted By piemaker
Anyone that calls saying you have trouble with...

Anyone that calls saying you have trouble with your computer is dodgy! My mum had a call from an Asian sounding Michael last Monday weirdly enough. Just glad she was suspicious and stopped the call.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 June 2012, 19:34
Replies: 12
Views: 2,491
Posted By piemaker
This is really interesting - I took my sib to...

This is really interesting - I took my sib to France and was told by a boat chandler in La Tranche that is was ok to use an unregistered SIB (with an outboard) up to 300m from the shore. I didn't get...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 June 2012, 19:28
Replies: 14
Views: 5,823
Posted By piemaker
Found it on eBay yesterday item # 320925753037

Found it on eBay yesterday item # 320925753037
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 June 2012, 19:55
Replies: 14
Views: 5,823
Posted By piemaker
Looks fantastic - I have the same boat:-) is the...

Looks fantastic - I have the same boat:-) is the spray deck still attached and does it have an inflatable seat? Looks like it does but it's not inflated? I think the valuation of 3-700 is about right...
Forum: Bits and pieces 19 June 2012, 15:06
Replies: 16
Wanted: 15hp 2 stroke
Views: 2,258
Posted By piemaker
I'm also looking for a 15hp short shaft 2 stroke....

I'm also looking for a 15hp short shaft 2 stroke. Similar sort of budget too - I'm always worried about buying from eBay because my mechanical knowledge isn't great and I don't want to buy trouble....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 June 2012, 18:08
Replies: 14
Views: 5,823
Posted By piemaker
How exciting!! Would love to see some pictures.

How exciting!! Would love to see some pictures.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 June 2012, 21:43
Replies: 16
Views: 2,762
Posted By piemaker
I would be really interested to find out how you...

I would be really interested to find out how you get on. I regularly put my boat in at Cheese Wharf which is in between St Johns lock and Buscot. I usually buy a day ticket from the lock keeper....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 June 2012, 16:44
Replies: 7
Views: 3,580
Posted By piemaker
Thank you for all of your replies, by the sound...

Thank you for all of your replies, by the sound of it I think it would be prudent to upgrade my engine to a 15hp before I try the crossing.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 June 2012, 13:44
Replies: 7
Views: 3,580
Posted By piemaker
Isle of Wight??

Wondering what the minimum size of rib/sib and engine size would be recommended for a trip from Lymington to the Isle of Wight?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 April 2012, 08:41
Replies: 1
Views: 1,221
Posted By piemaker
Any ideas which model this could be?

Hi All,

I was given a very old Avon Sport Boat last year and have finally got enough time to repair it. It is 3.2m long and I also have the wooden floor sections for it which just need a bit of...
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