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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 October 2021, 09:23
Replies: 6
Views: 1,068
Posted By nocando
Whilst that is somewhat true, if you have the...

Whilst that is somewhat true, if you have the seats positioned correctly you can stand up on the wide seats.

If you want to stand and space is tight then get the narrower seats.

They really are...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 October 2021, 20:03
Replies: 6
Views: 1,068
Posted By nocando
Boys boat has scotseats, don't think much in them...

Boys boat has scotseats, don't think much in them tbh having sat in them both (only tried Scots in anger though)

His is away just now getting couple upgrades done, great company to deal with. He...
Forum: Bits and pieces 20 October 2021, 18:10
Replies: 0
Views: 306
Posted By nocando
Suzuki df20 short shaft

Less than 10 hours on it.

Bought 2019, started to run in and covid hit so not quite ran in yet.

Couple of usage marks but basically a new engine.

All serviced ready to go and no waiting...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 October 2021, 19:07
Replies: 25
Views: 1,935
Posted By nocando
If any use I'm going to sell 8 hour old excel 395...

If any use I'm going to sell 8 hour old excel 395 vanguard package bought all new 2019 right in time for covid.

Brand new boat, suzuki 20 and trailer all bought Jan 2019 and been stored indoors...
Forum: Engines & props 29 August 2021, 11:51
Replies: 6
Views: 4,295
Posted By nocando
Selva make an 8hp single and infact a 10hp single.

Selva make an 8hp single and infact a 10hp single.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 May 2021, 21:34
Replies: 32
Views: 2,888
Posted By nocando
Same boat setup myself. Suzuki 20, extreme...

Same boat setup myself.

Suzuki 20, extreme trailer all new last year.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 March 2021, 12:23
Replies: 12
Views: 2,410
Posted By nocando
Kip slip requires a phone call before going a few...

Kip slip requires a phone call before going a few days before to make sure it is cleaned. It is normally full of sand and it isn't much use below half tide for anything but a small boat as it levels...
Forum: Other stuff 07 February 2021, 09:25
Replies: 83
Views: 7,755
Posted By nocando
It will soon be over with some luck. He...

It will soon be over with some luck.

He misses it more than me I suspect as he uses it fairly often. We both just booked oban for April so fingers crossed.
Forum: Other stuff 07 February 2021, 09:07
Replies: 83
Views: 7,755
Posted By nocando
They will attach to the ribcraft seats for when...

They will attach to the ribcraft seats for when at rest. He is going to make ones for the grab rail for the front seats for underway and he mentioned a portable Bluetooth speaker mount for the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 February 2021, 02:45
Replies: 14
Views: 1,122
Posted By nocando
Aux on SIB

hey folks, still not used the excel 395 much, probably like most others last year in UK.

Looking forward to going more places (booked Oban end of April) so I bought a new Suzuki 2.5 this week to...
Forum: Other stuff 07 February 2021, 02:30
Replies: 83
Views: 7,755
Posted By nocando
boy made these recently. he has wanted cup...

boy made these recently. he has wanted cup holders for the seats for years.

No idea what he made them in or what printer has though, only got it at Xmas. If I remember I will post up the finished...
Forum: Trailers & towing 27 January 2021, 15:55
Replies: 57
Views: 3,517
Posted By nocando
Just for clarity, the SBS 2600kg under his...

Just for clarity, the SBS 2600kg under his ribcraft 6.8 is flushed after every dunk and never dipped warm, he looks after his stuff. The bearings are sealed so in theory nothing can get into them...
Forum: Trailers & towing 26 January 2021, 10:25
Replies: 57
Views: 3,517
Posted By nocando
Went through this with lads sbs 2600kg. He only...

Went through this with lads sbs 2600kg. He only gets about 18 months ish out a set of bearings since he bought the trailer new 6 seasons ago so we have put in a few sets now.

Never reuse the cap,...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 04 October 2020, 14:43
Replies: 10
Views: 886
Posted By nocando
My boy had a 750 and 551 with his suzuki df200...

My boy had a 750 and 551 with his suzuki df200 and it definitely remembered fuel level on both his plotters. Even turning the battery off for months didn't reset it. He isn't on here anymore but I'll...
Forum: Trailers & towing 05 September 2020, 22:01
Replies: 2
Views: 917
Posted By nocando
There are different versions of that drum I...

There are different versions of that drum I think. What bearing size is it exactly may help people?

We just put 3rd set of "sealed for life" bearings in a just turned 5 year old SBS trailer few...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 August 2020, 07:38
Replies: 10
Views: 1,003
Posted By nocando
Just realised I didn't put the other video up. ...

Just realised I didn't put the other video up.

Hoping to get up to oban myself with the van and SIB in Sept or Oct depending on what Mrs work is doing with COVID. Paul said he may come up if...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 August 2020, 21:30
Replies: 10
Views: 1,003
Posted By nocando
Couple of great videos of trip now to look at,...

Couple of great videos of trip now to look at, excellent��
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 09 August 2020, 07:37
Replies: 3
Views: 874
Posted By nocando
Used to see similar often at work with the old...

Used to see similar often at work with the old Avon sibs before they popped the seam, albeit looks like a different material.

Fabric has stretched, suspect you will need to live with it assuming...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 18 July 2020, 14:00
Replies: 33
Views: 3,704
Posted By nocando
Nice to meet you all this morning. Will...

Nice to meet you all this morning.

Will catch up next time when have few more bits and bobs done to boat and it isn't qualifying for the championship at golf!

Have a good day.
Donny
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 July 2020, 15:51
Replies: 119
Views: 24,559
Posted By nocando
Why do you need justification? It is your money...

Why do you need justification? It is your money to spend how you please.

If you think a Chinese rib will do what you need it to then crack on.

You seem intent on trying to convince others of...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 16 July 2020, 16:59
Replies: 33
Views: 3,704
Posted By nocando
Hi folks.. i wont manage out with you all on the...

Hi folks.. i wont manage out with you all on the trip but i do hope to get down to the slip and introduce myself if possible and wish
you all a safe trip.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 13 July 2020, 19:34
Replies: 33
Views: 3,704
Posted By nocando
What time are you guys planning? Might tag along...

What time are you guys planning? Might tag along with new excel vanguard 395. Won't be camping overnight though so back to Largs on Saturday.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 June 2020, 18:48
Replies: 9
Views: 915
Posted By nocando
That's been knackered a long time by looks of the...

That's been knackered a long time by looks of the rot.

Good catch of your aux and good reminder the condition of the wood is critical.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 June 2020, 19:18
Replies: 8
Views: 1,349
Posted By nocando
Got a quote for my 395 excel SIB, so just a flat...

Got a quote for my 395 excel SIB, so just a flat boat basically. £410. Need to try few other places so don't know if that is good or bad.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 June 2020, 19:02
Replies: 12
Views: 689
Posted By nocando
Was talking to son about this today. He said...

Was talking to son about this today.

He said if it is a light boat and lightly loaded it will be okay but you will may not like leaving the etec as the lack of torque is noticable. He did not have...
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