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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 July 2006, 19:19
Replies: 2
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Posted By swginn
Graham, Living in Carrigaline, myself. ...

Graham,

Living in Carrigaline, myself.

Suggest you check out the following:

www.excaliburribs.com
(built in Carrigaline, major rivals to Redbay, both are some of the most capable...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 June 2006, 00:30
Replies: 31
Views: 10,041
Posted By swginn
Had exactly what you're looking at. Valiant 490...

Had exactly what you're looking at. Valiant 490 with a Mercury 75 (same engine). To be honest as long as the boat is structurally sound she can handle 75hp no problem, but it will scare the sh#t...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 10 June 2006, 12:22
Replies: 4
Views: 4,077
Posted By swginn
Yes, they will be on the tachometer display on...

Yes, they will be on the tachometer display on the same screen as Battery Voltage.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 10 June 2006, 12:19
Replies: 2
Views: 2,186
Posted By swginn
Doesn't the power button change the display...

Doesn't the power button change the display brightness on that unit?? Sounds like you've got a faulty power button that is sticking. Is it catching on anything, ie: dried in salt that may be keeping...
Forum: RIB gallery 08 June 2006, 17:31
Replies: 12
Views: 3,392
Posted By swginn
Sweet photos Jon. Nice to meet you in Baltimore. ...

Sweet photos Jon. Nice to meet you in Baltimore.

Heard ye leaving too, it was hard not to, turbos whistling and all! :D The yams seem quiet enough on board but boy are they loud from...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 June 2006, 17:21
Replies: 13
Views: 7,815
Posted By swginn
Yep, you're right, I thought I read a post back...

Yep, you're right, I thought I read a post back along about him taking an 11m to Canada, but it must have been my imagination. He sure does rave about them though!!

Ollie, have you seen any in the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2006, 18:14
Replies: 13
Views: 7,815
Posted By swginn
As Redbay say themselves; "when you must go to...

As Redbay say themselves; "when you must go to sea". This is the perfect way to describe Redbay boats. They will plough through almost anything and are a very sure-footed RIB. Have driven an 8.4 and...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 June 2006, 08:22
Replies: 12
Views: 2,340
Posted By swginn
There could be an even simpler solution. I'm not...

There could be an even simpler solution. I'm not too sure about Ribcrafts but is it possible that you might have water in your hull void sloshing about. This would slow you down and cause a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 June 2006, 00:51
Replies: 12
Views: 2,340
Posted By swginn
Offset seems about right, will check on a few...

Offset seems about right, will check on a few different 585s over the wkend. In the meant time I would try get as much weight up the bow as possible, so as to gain more waterline length. Also, if you...
Forum: RIB gallery 02 June 2006, 00:27
Replies: 25
Views: 4,589
Posted By swginn
Well you would say that being Bruce's son and...

Well you would say that being Bruce's son and all, but are there any REAL reports out there of the Prime stepped 6.5? ie: from somebody who has driven one. Just curious to see if a stepped hull can...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 June 2006, 00:11
Replies: 12
Views: 2,340
Posted By swginn
Maybe they don't rig them over there like they do...

Maybe they don't rig them over there like they do on this side of the pond?? :p What kind of offset are you running?

Also I would experiment with weight distribution, ie: anchor location,...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 June 2006, 23:57
Replies: 14
Views: 2,455
Posted By swginn
Barnet Marine or Union Chandlery, Cork City. ...

Barnet Marine or Union Chandlery, Cork City. :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 June 2006, 23:53
Replies: 175
Views: 79,631
Posted By swginn
XS-600 / Merc Optimax 150XL (25" shaft) 3...

XS-600 / Merc Optimax 150XL (25" shaft)

3 slim students (full of Murphys though!! :D ), full 110l tank, 3.2 trim (Opti), 21" Laser II, flat like glass - 2way GPS readings between Bushe's Bar,...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 June 2006, 12:01
Replies: 12
Views: 2,340
Posted By swginn
Have driven plenty of Ribcraft 585s, nearly all...

Have driven plenty of Ribcraft 585s, nearly all more powerful than your own and had no problems with chine walking. Are you sure the motor is rigged correctly?? A properly set up rig at this size...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 May 2006, 16:48
Replies: 65
Views: 13,588
Posted By swginn
Here Jonny, you're fairly well versed in hull...

Here Jonny, you're fairly well versed in hull design, boatbuilding etc. Any idea who built my XS?? Not worried about the design, If Mr. Lock says they were designed from scratch, I take his word.
...
Forum: RIB gallery 28 May 2006, 12:31
Replies: 9
Views: 3,105
Posted By swginn
Marinetech: ...

Marinetech:

https://www.marinetechdevelopments.co.uk/
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 May 2006, 12:19
Replies: 13
Views: 3,219
Posted By swginn
I was missing the plug for this as well and after...

I was missing the plug for this as well and after scouring the market, couldn't find a replacement. Ended up using the plug from a kitchen sink which fitted perfectly and did the trick with a small...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 May 2006, 00:13
Replies: 95
Views: 18,721
Posted By swginn
Whereabouts in Ireland are you? Local dealer...

Whereabouts in Ireland are you? Local dealer servicing should also factor into your decision. Personally I don't think either of the 2 boats you are looking at will be much of an improvement on your...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 May 2006, 11:49
Replies: 21
Views: 17,034
Posted By swginn
As far as keelguards go, I have always maintained...

As far as keelguards go, I have always maintained that I'll get one of these on my next RIB. Protects transom edge too. Costly i'd say though!
Forum: RIB gallery 11 May 2006, 17:10
Replies: 34
Views: 8,495
Posted By swginn
www.primeribs.co.uk I'd say this is where...

www.primeribs.co.uk

I'd say this is where it'll be at!! Looking good. Would love to see more pics of the hull when you have them out of the water next. Who designed it?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 May 2006, 00:02
Replies: 23
Views: 3,890
Posted By swginn
Get some pics up Jon!! A buddy of mine is waitin...

Get some pics up Jon!! A buddy of mine is waitin on his Excalibur with one of the smaller diesels (volvo) at the moment. How does she perform? Will keep an eye out!!
Forum: RIB gallery 26 April 2006, 23:01
Replies: 13
Views: 3,313
Posted By swginn
Photos of this yrs run over on Powerboat.ie ...

Photos of this yrs run over on Powerboat.ie

https://www.powerboat.ie/forums/showthread.php?t=60&page=3

Event was a success as usual, well done to Ronan and all the lads!!

Class shot!!
Forum: RIB gallery 10 April 2006, 23:03
Replies: 42
Views: 12,262
Posted By swginn
They just keep getting better!! Who owns this one...

They just keep getting better!! Who owns this one lads? Looks very well, fast, purposeful and strong; how a RIB should be.

For those who think she's ugly well if you wanna pose and polish, buy a...
Forum: Engines & props 12 March 2006, 11:34
Replies: 23
Views: 4,096
Posted By swginn
Yep, I've got these too. They are a top quality...

Yep, I've got these too. They are a top quality cover and are taylor-made so fit the engine very well. They are breathable too, which is pretty importanat if you intend to leave them on the engine...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 March 2006, 14:29
Replies: 3
Views: 2,809
Posted By swginn
Nice website lads!! Gonna call over soon to...

Nice website lads!!

Gonna call over soon to see Dave's diesel volvo 6.7m??

Keep up the good work!!
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