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Forum: Engines & props 06 November 2023, 10:19
Replies: 31
Views: 7,478
Posted By Bucksribster
BTW - as an aside, it seems Barry Windsor's...

BTW - as an aside, it seems Barry Windsor's company, Windsor Marine Services, has disappeared. Does anyone know what has happened to it? Barry was a great guy.
Forum: Engines & props 06 November 2023, 08:43
Replies: 31
Views: 7,478
Posted By Bucksribster
Re the thread on my engine above, I bought a new...

Re the thread on my engine above, I bought a new (Suzuki) IAC, but it turned out the problem was not the IAC - it was the engine management system, and needed it's 'brains' re-flashing. Barry...
Forum: Trailers & towing 16 July 2023, 22:36
Replies: 16
Views: 1,256
Posted By Bucksribster
Would probably invalidate both car and boat...

Would probably invalidate both car and boat insurance as well….
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 July 2023, 22:36
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By Bucksribster
Other things to think about; do you have a VHF...

Other things to think about; do you have a VHF and a license to use it? Do you have all the right paperwork for the boat to be in France? Do you have paper charts in case the electronics fail? ...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 June 2023, 22:41
Replies: 38
Views: 1,718
Posted By Bucksribster
Sorry for the delay in replying. It is a public...

Sorry for the delay in replying. It is a public slip, at the end of the car park. You have to do a turn, and it can get a bit crowded as there is a cafe there, but go early or late and it is fine....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 June 2023, 22:51
Replies: 38
Views: 1,718
Posted By Bucksribster
Why not launch at Fowey? Charlestown is only...

Why not launch at Fowey? Charlestown is only just round the corner.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 May 2023, 22:34
Replies: 13
Views: 2,055
Posted By Bucksribster
A quick question - do you happen to know what...

A quick question - do you happen to know what size prop you have? I have the same engine on a 6.8m Shearwater rib and I think it is under propped.
Forum: Engines & props 03 April 2023, 15:07
Replies: 0
Views: 272
Posted By Bucksribster
Anyone breaking a Suzuki DF150 / 175?

Does anyone know of anyone breaking a Suzuki DF150 or DF175 for spares? I am looking for the Starboard lower leg cover for a long shaft. Thanks!
Forum: Electrics and electronics 09 January 2023, 07:47
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Actually running the new cable through the A...

Actually running the new cable through the A frame was not a problem. I simply pulled a cord through with the old wire and pulled a new wire with the cord. The problem was running the cable through...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 27 December 2022, 22:27
Replies: 5
Views: 839
Posted By Bucksribster
I used to use an ipad mini with Navionics on my...

I used to use an ipad mini with Navionics on my rib. It was OK, and yes, cheaper than a built in unit, but the main problem was daylight readability. In the sun it was hard to see. Also you only...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 November 2022, 22:06
Replies: 21
Views: 1,749
Posted By Bucksribster
Yes, sadly Jasper has stopped trading as his...

Yes, sadly Jasper has stopped trading as his lease was not renewed. You can still self launch at Crosshouse. Or how about Warsash or Camber dock Portsmouth?
Forum: Other stuff 11 August 2022, 22:16
Replies: 71
Views: 8,854
Posted By Bucksribster
I use facebook groups and Ribnet. If I have a...

I use facebook groups and Ribnet. If I have a technical problem Ribnet is my go to place. I have found the advice given incredibly helpful from some very knowledgable people. On the other hand for...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 23 July 2022, 22:14
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Thanks for the further advice. For the moment I...

Thanks for the further advice. For the moment I have run out of time as I am off to Fowey tomorrow to join some other ribbers down there for the week, and I needed a working VHF. I will have...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 21 July 2022, 13:03
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Further update - I could not get the tool CHris...

Further update - I could not get the tool CHris recommended to work. I tried fro m both ends, but I could not get it in even to the first rod. I guess the ducting has quite a sharp turn from...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 17 July 2022, 15:51
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Thanks for this, and my last hope is to be able...

Thanks for this, and my last hope is to be able to run a new cable using the tool recommended by Chris. Not sure what I can do if that does not work.

As you say, the spiral wrap must give the...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 16 July 2022, 14:01
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Thanks for all the advice, and a quick update on...

Thanks for all the advice, and a quick update on this. I have pulled the new cable through the A-frame to where it comes out, and have taken the ribber 'boots' of the access points in the conole...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 10 July 2022, 10:19
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Thanks for the advice guys - appreciated. ...

Thanks for the advice guys - appreciated. Fingers crossed!
Forum: Electrics and electronics 10 July 2022, 06:27
Replies: 27
Views: 2,781
Posted By Bucksribster
Pulling VHF cable

I have to run a replacement VHF cable from the consul to the antenna on the A frame at the back on my RC585. Any tips on how to join the old and new cables to ensure they do not part or get stuck...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 April 2022, 14:26
Replies: 8
Views: 688
Posted By Bucksribster
Rubber floor coverings

Came across this website today:

https://www.rubbersmart.co.uk/product/rib-pour-boat-surfacing/

Has anyone had any experience of this? Looks smart!
Forum: Engines & props 12 March 2022, 15:56
Replies: 324
Views: 494,568
Posted By Bucksribster
Two props for sale - DF140

Hi all,

I have two props that have been in the garage for a few years, and it would be good to sell.

First one is a standard ali 8x14x21 Suzuki prop for a DF140. It is in very good condition...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 24 January 2022, 22:17
Replies: 128
Views: 11,830
Posted By Bucksribster
Sadly I cannot make this, but it sounds great! ...

Sadly I cannot make this, but it sounds great! We have launched at QAB before, and it is great, if not the cheapest option. Just be aware that they launch you with their tractor. They cannot...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 January 2022, 22:55
Replies: 14
Views: 1,693
Posted By Bucksribster
Hmm - nearly new price for a 10 year old rib? ...

Hmm - nearly new price for a 10 year old rib? Sounds optimistic, but you never know. Nice looking boat though. Is it a 5.3?
Forum: Engines & props 20 July 2021, 20:55
Replies: 0
Views: 212
Posted By Bucksribster
Honda BF225

Anybody had experience of a Honda BF225? Good points / bad points?
Forum: Bits and pieces 18 July 2021, 22:28
Replies: 3
Views: 293
Posted By Bucksribster
I have a 3x14x21 Ali that was on a Suzuki.

I have a 3x14x21 Ali that was on a Suzuki.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 28 June 2021, 22:35
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By Bucksribster
I think it may be original from 2005.

I think it may be original from 2005.
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