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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 July 2022, 07:05
Replies: 22
Views: 1,906
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks all for your input so far. The rib...

Thanks all for your input so far.

The rib has never been to UK.

A minefield !
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 July 2022, 15:53
Replies: 22
Views: 1,906
Posted By Skinnyrib
VAT on imported rib ?

Hi all - I have agreed to buy a used rib from a French broker and am arranging to transport. The broker will put the trailered rib onto the ferry as wheeled freight and I will collect from...
Forum: Engines & props 30 August 2016, 10:04
Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By Skinnyrib
Just to follow up on this one .....I have...

Just to follow up on this one .....I have stripped down the control box and disconnected the cables at the engine end. The engine linkages move freely and so do the cables when moved manually however...
Forum: Engines & props 24 August 2016, 09:05
Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By Skinnyrib
Good useful answers. Thank you for your time.

Good useful answers. Thank you for your time.
Forum: Engines & props 20 August 2016, 18:55
Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By Skinnyrib
Etec 75 (2006)

Any ideas ? My engine won't disengage at low speed when selecting neutral on approach to a mooring - to prevent ramming the bow into the pontoon I go for reverse - this engages but with a crunching...
Forum: Engines & props 27 August 2015, 11:24
Replies: 3
Views: 931
Posted By Skinnyrib
ASAP Supplies - always good on service and price...

ASAP Supplies - always good on service and price in my experience......
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 August 2015, 13:19
Replies: 4
Views: 980
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks Whisper and Paintman - new cable ordered...

Thanks Whisper and Paintman - new cable ordered from ASAP Supplies - looks easy to fit. Just pleased it the problem became apparent before launching ! Note to self - check before leaving home !!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 August 2015, 17:47
Replies: 4
Views: 980
Posted By Skinnyrib
Steering - what's broken here ?

After a 3 hour drive to Pwthelli yesterday it was only on the slipway I discovered the steering wasn't as it should be .......

Symptoms - steering wheel just turns freely with no movement on the...
Forum: Bits and pieces 07 July 2015, 19:59
Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Posted By Skinnyrib
Hi - how much are you looking for for this please...

Hi - how much are you looking for for this please ?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 June 2015, 10:42
Replies: 28
Views: 4,315
Posted By Skinnyrib
Dartmouth Webcam

Great newly installed webcam at DYC - looks lovely down there today !

Dartmouth South Embankment Webcam (https://www.camsecure.co.uk/Camsecure3/Dartmouth_Yacht_Club.html)
Forum: Electrics and electronics 27 April 2015, 20:00
Replies: 4
Views: 1,245
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks for your replies lads ! Last Tango -...

Thanks for your replies lads !

Last Tango - for making me extra careful when testing.
Paddlers - removed and it worked fine
TonyC - spot on ! looks like the sender is US so a new gauge en route...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 24 April 2015, 16:25
Replies: 4
Views: 1,245
Posted By Skinnyrib
Fuel Gauge Showing Full

2006 Zodiac Medline.

Fuel gauge showing permanently full although tank is empty.

I have fitted a new gauge (ASAP Supplies - excellent) with European resistance - the old one was a bit tired.
...
Forum: RIBs wanted 16 July 2014, 13:43
Replies: 1
Views: 1,000
Posted By Skinnyrib
Zodiac Medline I or II

I am looking for a used Zodiac Medline I or II or a Zodiac Yachtline 470 DL (Would consider a 420) - with trailer.

Based in Cheshire but will travel to view - I will need loads of photos first...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 February 2014, 19:31
Replies: 1
Views: 1,020
Posted By Skinnyrib
Corgi Land Rover and RNLI Rib

A bit of fun....


Toolstation > Automotive > Accessories > Corgi Land Rover Defender & RNLI Lifeboat Model (https://www.toolstation.com/shop/Corgi+Land+Rover+Defender+&+RNLI+Lifeboat+Model/p22357)...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 July 2013, 10:32
Replies: 11
Views: 3,328
Posted By Skinnyrib
Wavecrest Watersports - New & used outboards,...

Wavecrest Watersports - New & used outboards, boats, jet skis, ribs & more at low prices! (https://www.wavecrest-watersports.co.uk)

Not to be confused with bona fide companies of the same name !!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 July 2012, 08:58
Replies: 17
Views: 8,203
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks all for your input ! First things...

Thanks all for your input !

First things first - I am a self-declared novice hence my request for some pointers/advice. Isn't that what this forum is about ??

Clearly before I embark on any...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 July 2012, 20:44
Replies: 17
Views: 8,203
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks for your advice Cookee - I'll check the...

Thanks for your advice Cookee - I'll check the weather before we set off ! Elender Cove looks like a great stop off point. Cheers
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 July 2012, 10:30
Replies: 17
Views: 8,203
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks Ribraff - would you say it is an easy...

Thanks Ribraff - would you say it is an easy voyage - wife somewhat nervous !

Not down there until Saturday - hope the weather stays good for next week.......?

Have fun ! I'll look out for...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 July 2012, 10:04
Replies: 17
Views: 8,203
Posted By Skinnyrib
Dartmouth to Salcombe ?

Hi - can anyone give me an indication of how long I should allow to get from Dartmouth to Salcombe assuming reasonable conditions. Dont want to race there - just a relaxed cruise. How far is it ?...
Forum: Trailers & towing 13 May 2012, 06:13
Replies: 13
Views: 4,519
Posted By Skinnyrib
Useful replies thanks. It transpires that I had...

Useful replies thanks. It transpires that I had overtightened the one shot nut - this was only a half to three quarter turn beyond finger tight. You have to resist over tightening before pinching the...
Forum: Trailers & towing 11 May 2012, 07:42
Replies: 13
Views: 4,519
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks - if I tighten the hub nut anymore the...

Thanks - if I tighten the hub nut anymore the wheel won't turn ! The bearing is LM11749 - tapered. Took these into Indespension who said they were OK. Re- greased but running warm still...... ??...
Forum: Trailers & towing 10 May 2012, 21:49
Replies: 13
Views: 4,519
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks - boat on trailer - unbraked. I may have...

Thanks - boat on trailer - unbraked. I may have overtightened the one shot nuts (previous post) - but only nipped these up quite gently. Bearings in good shape. Wheels spin freely with no play at...
Forum: Trailers & towing 10 May 2012, 20:51
Replies: 13
Views: 4,519
Posted By Skinnyrib
Trailer bearings too hot ?

I've just taken my trailer for a spin to check all is OK prior to a long journey at the weekend - I stopped after 5 miles to check the temperature of the hub - one was slightly warm but the other...
Forum: Trailers & towing 05 May 2012, 17:15
Replies: 18
Views: 10,632
Posted By Skinnyrib
Thanks for this Trailer Guy - the one shot nuts...

Thanks for this Trailer Guy - the one shot nuts didn't arrive in the post this morning however 290nm "sounds" very tight ( I have arranged to borrow a torque wrench)> I have read elsewhere that these...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 05 May 2012, 15:55
Replies: 13
Views: 1,986
Posted By Skinnyrib
Hi Chris ! Knutsford also - your query is...

Hi Chris !

Knutsford also - your query is far too technical for me I am afraid ! Joined Ribnet the other week and the responses have been invaluable - I am very impressed. We are off to Dartmouth...
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