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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 December 2020, 05:32
Replies: 10
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Posted By Aussie Charles
Heat and Humidity

Hi previously had a Yachtline PVC in Far North Queensland with extremes of heat and humidity. The PCV glue basically melted. I went to a plate aluminium boat but want to go back to a RIB because the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 29 April 2012, 04:11
Replies: 3
Views: 1,228
Posted By Aussie Charles
Hints for passing wires in Zodiac Pro 12 man

Am trying to pass wires for a bilge pump in a 12 man pro. The wires and cables are all concealed. Any hints for passing wires alongside existing wires and steering/shifting cables? I want to put the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 April 2012, 02:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,239
Posted By Aussie Charles
Yes, the engine is on an aluminum extension. I...

Yes, the engine is on an aluminum extension. I opened the storage locker under the helm seat and removed the bilge cover. The transom from the inside looks pristine. No evidence of any repairs. On...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 April 2012, 12:04
Replies: 6
Views: 1,239
Posted By Aussie Charles
When I knock it, it sounds solid and no different...

When I knock it, it sounds solid and no different from the starboard side. When the hull was filled with water to a level about 10 cm above the hole, it had a steady stream - bigger stream than I...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2012, 22:33
Replies: 6
Views: 1,239
Posted By Aussie Charles
Leaking Yachtline

Hi, I am trying to make my second hand (new to me) yachtline 480dl seaworthy. It was taking on water so I filled the hull. Found the only leak was from a small crack in the gel coat on the edge of...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2012, 11:15
Replies: 30
Views: 5,350
Posted By Aussie Charles
Pikey, remember me asking about the 90 Optiplex...

Pikey, remember me asking about the 90 Optiplex and you said something about "you can't educate pork,"
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2012, 09:02
Replies: 7
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aussie Charles
Cheers for that. I am in cairns. The baffles are...

Cheers for that. I am in cairns. The baffles are ok, I think. The rails are still a problem. Thanks again, charles
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2012, 08:48
Replies: 30
Views: 5,350
Posted By Aussie Charles
I have a 12 man pro with a 90 Optimax which...

I have a 12 man pro with a 90 Optimax which pulled starboard. Adjusting the trim tab really helped. Also, trimming the engine up a bit reduces the pull as well.

Charles

That's an Optiplex, to...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2012, 08:29
Replies: 7
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aussie Charles
Yes, supposedly, the heat and humidity does a...

Yes, supposedly, the heat and humidity does a number on the glue. I am asking them to remove the whole insert and deluge it, hopefully avoiding a repeat in the near future. Thanks.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 April 2012, 16:49
Replies: 7
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aussie Charles
It's in Australia. The tubes look great. What...

It's in Australia. The tubes look great. What causes them to come unglued so soon? Just 6 or 7 years?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 April 2012, 06:09
Replies: 7
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aussie Charles
Baffles OK. Just rails coming unglued. Big job to...

Baffles OK. Just rails coming unglued. Big job to fix?

Cheers,


Charles
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 April 2012, 23:06
Replies: 7
Views: 1,123
Posted By Aussie Charles
Yachtline 480dl with leaking baffles

Have purchased a second hand 2005 yachtline 480 DL with PVC tubes. The baffles are leaking and the part of the tube which inserts in the rail is coming unglued. Is it worth repairing or better to buy...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 March 2012, 01:56
Replies: 0
Views: 958
Posted By Aussie Charles
Yachtline 480DL (2005) with Optimax 75

Hi, I am looking at purchasing a second hand Zodiac Yachtline 480 DL (2005 model) with a 75 Hp Optimax. Does anyone know if this engine exceeds the allowed weight or horsepower for this boat?
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 October 2011, 11:06
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
I'll see if I can send some across to you!

I'll see if I can send some across to you!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 October 2011, 11:31
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
It's great for constipation and impotence, so I'm...

It's great for constipation and impotence, so I'm not sure:)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 September 2011, 23:15
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
No wake, good acceleration out of the hole....

No wake, good acceleration out of the hole. Thanks.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 September 2011, 23:13
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
I am a vet. Optiplex is something I use at the...

I am a vet. Optiplex is something I use at the clinic.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 September 2011, 23:06
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
Sorry, Optimax. Got overexcited.

Sorry, Optimax. Got overexcited.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 September 2011, 12:30
Replies: 11
Views: 1,990
Posted By Aussie Charles
New rib.- right one for the job?

Hi, I am looking at a zodiac 12 man pro with a 90 HP merc Optiplex for slalom skiing. Is this going to do the job? Thx Charles
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