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Forum: RIBs wanted 07 December 2014, 08:25
Replies: 1
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Posted By Rannsachair
Now have an Avon 3.4 with yam F20. Thanks Tim

Now have an Avon 3.4 with yam F20. Thanks Tim
Forum: RIBs wanted 26 November 2014, 23:38
Replies: 1
Views: 877
Posted By Rannsachair
Looking for a rib around 3.5m

Looking for a second hand rib, ideally with centre console, trailer and 4 stroke outboard, prefer hypalon tubes, budget around £3k. Thanks
Forum: RIBs wanted 19 November 2014, 21:40
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By Rannsachair
Expanded my search to South of England and...

Expanded my search to South of England and increased budget to £3k. Thanks
Forum: RIBs wanted 11 November 2014, 18:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By Rannsachair
Have pm'd you

Have pm'd you
Forum: RIBs wanted 07 November 2014, 18:36
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By Rannsachair
Thanks for that Spartacus, I used to have a 4m...

Thanks for that Spartacus, I used to have a 4m Searider. Was looking for something quite light but fun to use as a tender for my fishing boat. My inflatable fell apart when I last used it, so thought...
Forum: RIBs wanted 06 November 2014, 20:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,165
Posted By Rannsachair
Looking for a 3 to 4m RIB- Scotland

Am looking for a small RIB, ideally around 3.5m with trailer, willing to travel around 200 miles from Argyll. Budget around £2k with engine. Thanks
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 31 July 2006, 20:59
Replies: 14
Views: 3,304
Posted By Rannsachair
Lightning at Sea!

I had my first experience of lightning at sea yesterday just East of Jura.

Blue skies quickly became black followed by hailstones, the wind got up and the wave height increased significantly then...
Forum: Tow vehicles, 4x4s, trucks, cars & bikes 16 June 2004, 19:25
Replies: 141
Views: 25,483
Posted By Rannsachair
I went for a 2.5 year old A6 Quattro sport 2.5TDI...

I went for a 2.5 year old A6 Quattro sport 2.5TDI with 16K miles on it and one elderly owner, more than does the job, and was a massive saving over a new car.

Did you try the full 180 hp version?...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 11 June 2004, 16:17
Replies: 9
Views: 3,056
Posted By Rannsachair
Simrad in the UK are not quite so helpful. ...

Simrad in the UK are not quite so helpful.

I called them on Tuesday last week explaining my situation and was advised that they would look at it for me promptly and if repairable should be able...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 June 2004, 18:34
Replies: 9
Views: 3,056
Posted By Rannsachair
Thanks Mosser, Yes it beeps, and the...

Thanks Mosser,

Yes it beeps, and the backlight functions.

I opened it up and could see no sign of corrosion appart from a fastener on the C map cartridge tray. I tried pulling all the plugs and...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 31 May 2004, 21:18
Replies: 9
Views: 3,056
Posted By Rannsachair
Simrad Chartplotter Woes

After 3 years 11 months service my Simrad CE30 has died: it powers up but nothing on the screen - I do remember some slight misting of the screen over the last year - so suspect a little water has...
Forum: Engines & props 19 May 2004, 19:38
Replies: 22
Views: 7,849
Posted By Rannsachair
On my F115, I always wedge it by lowering the...

On my F115, I always wedge it by lowering the engine onto a block of wood so the cylinder does not take the load of the engine.

I assumed the engine bouncing about on the trailer would generate...
Forum: Trailers & towing 19 May 2004, 19:30
Replies: 45
Views: 27,400
Posted By Rannsachair
As another unfortunate Al-ko Euro Hub owner who...

As another unfortunate Al-ko Euro Hub owner who realised I would not have a 3 Ton Press handy to swap bearings at the side of the road. I made the drastic decission of buying a new set of hubs and...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 16 March 2004, 19:53
Replies: 7
Views: 2,374
Posted By Rannsachair
Thanks all. I think I will give the Navman a...

Thanks all.

I think I will give the Navman a try.

The Icom is tempting, but I dont think I can quite justify the price relative to the other options.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 14 March 2004, 17:43
Replies: 7
Views: 2,374
Posted By Rannsachair
Which Fixed VHF?

My Navico Axis RT1400 VHF has packed in.. so I have started to look for a replacement.

Must be waterproof - The Navico was ok except for corrosion of the terminals between the radio and the...
Forum: Engines & props 16 February 2004, 18:34
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By Rannsachair
Thanks Pete, I see they are just for the...

Thanks Pete,

I see they are just for the Trim Gauge!

I doubt it works -but I will give it a try.

I hope I get the opportunity to repay your kind assistance, though I have far more...
Forum: Engines & props 16 February 2004, 17:43
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By Rannsachair
Thanks Pete, You can send them to...

Thanks Pete,

You can send them to rannsachair@tiscali.co.uk:)
Forum: Engines & props 15 February 2004, 20:06
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By Rannsachair
Suzuki416, No Idea of year. The plate on the...

Suzuki416,

No Idea of year. The plate on the engine states:

Engine: BJ70TLCEM

Serial: 7970909

Does this help?
Forum: Engines & props 15 February 2004, 18:43
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By Rannsachair
Johnson VRO70 Wiring - help!

Can anyone give me advice on the wiring of an old Johnson VRO 70.

My son kindly volunteered me :eek: to do a bit of work on Heriot Watt University Dive Club's old Osprey RIB and it is finally...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 February 2004, 16:32
Replies: 28
Views: 5,352
Posted By Rannsachair
My Redbay 6.1 is plated for 8 persons.

My Redbay 6.1 is plated for 8 persons.
Forum: Engines & props 27 February 2003, 19:56
Replies: 12
Views: 5,422
Posted By Rannsachair
2nd hand outboards

Davie Anderson Marine in Tayport may be worth a try. Tel 01382-541848.

I have bought a few good second hand outboards from Davie as well as my new outboards.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 January 2003, 19:58
Replies: 14
Views: 2,618
Posted By Rannsachair
But it does convert Newtons to Kilograms Force...

But it does convert Newtons to Kilograms Force (kilopond).

If you want something similar (not quite as good) that you can use outwith the web, I find this free conversion software useful:
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 May 2002, 10:07
Replies: 3
Views: 3,143
Posted By Rannsachair
Mooring Advice (in salt water)

Can anyone offer any advice on moorings?

I thought it was simple - take one redundant steel valve block weighing 60 Kg, attach a large galvanized eye , a length of chain, some stout rope and a...
Forum: Engines & props 15 April 2002, 12:14
Replies: 6
Views: 2,239
Posted By Rannsachair
Aux. Engine

On my 4m Searider I used to carry a 4Hp backup on its side, located by a bracket screwed to the deck - I simply used the motors transom screws to secure it to the bracket.

On my Redbay 6.1, I...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 29 November 2001, 15:51
Replies: 16
Views: 4,326
Posted By Rannsachair
Electronics

I have used a Navico Axis for the last 2 years without problem (bar minor corrosion of the handset plug terminals).

I find a chartplotter most useful - though I went for a flush mount Simrad CE30....
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