Showing results 1 to 20 of 20
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: Nippissing
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 December 2014, 17:09
Replies: 1
Views: 2,991
Posted By Nippissing
More Horsepower? Rib or Sib

I have both a GR mk3 sib and a 4.7 hurricane. I am wondering if there would be any difference in minimum horsepower, ie easier planing etc. I believe the RIB has a smoother bottom but is heavier.

...
Forum: RIBs wanted 08 May 2014, 19:29
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Nippissing
My boat is an early hurricane which was a gr mk3...

My boat is an early hurricane which was a gr mk3 tube set bolted on a hurricane hull. Made in B.C. before Zodiac bought Hurricane out. the rope set to bolt on the GR Tubes is hypolon but the tubes...
Forum: RIBs wanted 08 May 2014, 18:20
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Nippissing
bump, still looking

bump, still looking
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 June 2013, 23:35
Replies: 0
Views: 977
Posted By Nippissing
any old MKIII GR in N.A.

Heres my dilema. i have a hurricane rib (before zodiac bought them) 4.7 using the only year zodiac GR used pvc (86). The tubes currently hold air awsome after a prof. repair, even at 27 yrs old. but...
Forum: RIBs wanted 27 June 2013, 20:23
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Nippissing
or what is the best i can do to get a set of...

or what is the best i can do to get a set of tubes with a grand raid MK III pattern set?

quotes anybody or contacts.
Forum: RIBs wanted 27 June 2013, 19:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Nippissing
They dont have to be pretty, just hypolon and...

They dont have to be pretty, just hypolon and hold air. and I will accept to ship.
Forum: RIBs wanted 26 June 2013, 17:07
Replies: 6
Views: 1,546
Posted By Nippissing
Needed- Zodiac Grand Raid MK3 - floor not reqd

I need a good tube set from a Grand Raid mk3 for my Rib. I dont need the floor boards. must be hypolon. I am in Ontario Canada so the closer the better. any good tubes wit rotten floors out there?
...
Forum: Engines & props 08 August 2012, 23:54
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
Holy cow!!! Rpms up to 5200. At approx 35mph....

Holy cow!!! Rpms up to 5200. At approx 35mph. Before I chickened out approx 80percent throttle. Airborne in the chop. Wow. Thanks guys. Unbelievable difference. Moved up motor and new prop.
Forum: Engines & props 08 August 2012, 17:18
Replies: 3
Views: 1,154
Posted By Nippissing
Two fuel tanks to one

I was clearing the fuel tank hose situation under the jocky seat. There was 2 protable 12 liter tanks hosed directly into the fuel line into the motor. I thought i would like to remove these tanks to...
Forum: Engines & props 08 August 2012, 14:09
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
71032 71033 71034 Thanks...

71032

71033

71034


Thanks everybody,

I have found out there is a compermise in setting up this boat. I raised the motor 2 bolt holes ie one from the last. I think its not bad but...
Forum: Engines & props 07 August 2012, 17:04
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
or maybe easier to use the trailer jack and a...

or maybe easier to use the trailer jack and a block of wood under the motor keel?
Forum: Engines & props 07 August 2012, 17:00
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
Is it easy to lift the motor? is there proper...

Is it easy to lift the motor? is there proper lifting points on the motor? Im probably going to have to use the tree and the chainblock approach.

looks likes there maybe silicone or something...
Forum: Engines & props 07 August 2012, 16:49
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
Thanks, does it look like i can make it...

Thanks,

does it look like i can make it work with this motor?
Forum: Engines & props 06 August 2012, 23:08
Replies: 12
Views: 2,459
Posted By Nippissing
Does this look right. Motor shaft height

Would like to start. Not good with subtleties but your advice has been great and I relly appreciate your help.

Could you please look at these pics and see if this motor is at the right hight an...
Forum: Engines & props 06 August 2012, 00:24
Replies: 5
Views: 1,384
Posted By Nippissing
Looks like two 15's is the answer.

Looks like two 15's is the answer.
Forum: Engines & props 06 August 2012, 00:22
Replies: 5
Views: 1,384
Posted By Nippissing
Seems two 15's is the answer.

Seems two 15's is the answer.
Forum: Engines & props 05 August 2012, 21:22
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By Nippissing
Thanks guys. I got a Rubex hub and a 3 blade...

Thanks guys. I got a Rubex hub and a 3 blade aluminum 13.25x 17. Then work my way to a 15 pitch if needed. Too many rocks in the shallows for a stainless I think.

Thanks again.
Forum: Engines & props 04 August 2012, 22:29
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By Nippissing
Thanks. Now I have to ask the difference between...

Thanks. Now I have to ask the difference between diameter and pitch? And is stainless prop worth it?
Forum: Engines & props 04 August 2012, 16:28
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By Nippissing
More info. It definately is not near over reving...

More info. It definately is not near over reving when full throttle. 2 stroke. Slow to get up when loaded and stands vertical when running solo.

Thanks
Darren
Forum: Engines & props 04 August 2012, 16:03
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By Nippissing
87 mariner 75hp

Hello
I am running a 15ft rib with mark III tubes. Hurricane sealed hull. It has a mariner 75hp long shaft on it. It's Load varies and I'm looking for a good all round prop, forgiving! Camping with...
Showing results 1 to 20 of 20

 


All times are GMT. The time now is 00:54.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.