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Forum: Engines & props 09 February 2020, 15:48
Replies: 19
Views: 1,939
Posted By Phil M
My anti cav plate on my 5.8 is about 20mm above...

My anti cav plate on my 5.8 is about 20mm above the keel line and I still think it could go a little higher. I think you'll get quite a lot of water shown up with it that low. I had the other problem...
Forum: Engines & props 10 December 2019, 11:10
Replies: 19
Views: 4,289
Posted By Phil M
The mercury spitfire prop is supposed to be very...

The mercury spitfire prop is supposed to be very good and apparently doesn't have the usual top end loss of a 4 blade. they come in Aluminium and steel, although steel seem harder to get in the uk....
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 15 November 2019, 12:18
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By Phil M
Some theory can be learnt online but there is no...

Some theory can be learnt online but there is no substitute to getting out in the wet.
The powerboat level 2 is a 2 day course, mostly on the water driving boats, with some theory. Its a really good...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 15 November 2019, 11:59
Replies: 18
Views: 1,417
Posted By Phil M
Welcome to the forum! Do you have any other...

Welcome to the forum! Do you have any other boating experience? It's a bold move to buy a boat without previous experience but it's a fun hobby so I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

As for qualifications,...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 October 2019, 12:26
Replies: 17
Views: 1,739
Posted By Phil M
Definitely worth considering if you trust the...

Definitely worth considering if you trust the engine. Not sure if the controls are interchangeable but it could be a relatively simple swap if they are.

Phil M
Forum: Trailers & towing 25 September 2019, 12:08
Replies: 19
Views: 4,956
Posted By Phil M
You might want to consider Nicholson ...

You might want to consider Nicholson (https://www.nicholson-trailers.co.uk/)too. They are another local manufacturer but located a lot closer to you. I have a single axle 1300kg roller trailer and...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 14 August 2019, 11:16
Replies: 8
Views: 1,495
Posted By Phil M
To address the ease of fitting, it will depend on...

To address the ease of fitting, it will depend on your boat setup and how you want it to be mounted. If you are going to use the swivel bracket, wire it straight to an in console bracket and have...
Forum: Engines & props 11 August 2019, 20:57
Replies: 13
Views: 1,437
Posted By Phil M
To be fair, I have a 4st honda genny that sat in...

To be fair, I have a 4st honda genny that sat in the barn for about 12 - 15 years, left from the previous owner. A fiend needed a genny for a few weeks so i fired the old girl up and she ran. Bit...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 August 2019, 20:34
Replies: 8
Views: 2,091
Posted By Phil M
To check the transom, see if you can pull a lower...

To check the transom, see if you can pull a lower engine bolt and poke about with a fine nail/narrow phillips screwdriver or similar pointy thing. it can be difficult to tell from the outside if...
Forum: Engines & props 24 July 2019, 11:16
Replies: 29
Views: 2,977
Posted By Phil M
I have a tohatsu 6ph 4st on my Destroyer 5.8. Not...

I have a tohatsu 6ph 4st on my Destroyer 5.8. Not the same boat but similar size. It has less than an hour on the aux so I haven't had it to full throttle yet to test top speed but it moves the boat...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 July 2019, 10:36
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By Phil M
Did you soap up the valves too? Could be they...

Did you soap up the valves too? Could be they need a service of toy found no other leaks.

Phil
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 July 2019, 11:52
Replies: 12
Views: 1,391
Posted By Phil M
The tubes are divided into sections by internal...

The tubes are divided into sections by internal baffles so that if one leaks, gets damaged etc. you don't loose all of your buoyancy. You need to pump up each section in turn to whatever pressure is...
Forum: RIBs wanted 16 July 2019, 11:42
Replies: 2
Views: 957
Posted By Phil M
There is an Arctic 22 for sale at Ribworld at the...

There is an Arctic 22 for sale at Ribworld at the moment.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 July 2019, 11:39
Replies: 41
Views: 7,066
Posted By Phil M
Can't comment on the specific XS you mentioned...

Can't comment on the specific XS you mentioned but they are also good, solid boats with good sea-keeping and a good reputation. I've only ever had great service from Barnett marine too.

Phil
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 July 2019, 11:34
Replies: 10
Views: 1,161
Posted By Phil M
It seems strange that all 3 chambers would...

It seems strange that all 3 chambers would sporing leaks in the same period. There are a few thing's I'd check first to see where the leak is.

Firstly, are the valve centers set to hold air? If...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 July 2019, 12:07
Replies: 3
Views: 688
Posted By Phil M
The transom top on the destroyers isn't level so...

The transom top on the destroyers isn't level so fitting an aux without a bracket is not possible (not on mine anyway!).

I did the below, made form a few planks of oak, glued and screwed together...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 15 July 2019, 11:34
Replies: 16
Views: 1,162
Posted By Phil M
Did you manage to get out Roy?

Did you manage to get out Roy?
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 12 July 2019, 13:27
Replies: 16
Views: 1,162
Posted By Phil M
I don't think there are any other rules at...

I don't think there are any other rules at Ullswater. No need to show insurance, no registering etc. The signs say 10 mph and 10 kts, so we went with 10kts but the steamers do at least 13. There is a...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 11 July 2019, 11:38
Replies: 16
Views: 1,162
Posted By Phil M
Ullswater is very pleasant and there is a...

Ullswater is very pleasant and there is a suitable gravel/stone beach next to the steamer pier in Glenridding which is free to use. Parking can be tight in high season though. Derwent or Windermere...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 July 2019, 11:47
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By Phil M
At the cheaper end of the market are Humber Ribs....

At the cheaper end of the market are Humber Ribs. The Destroyer and Ocean Pro ranges in that size are good handling boats so I believe (can only comment on the 5.8, which is good in the rough). They...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 July 2019, 11:50
Replies: 21
Views: 2,125
Posted By Phil M
Personally I'd try to gauge the owner a little...

Personally I'd try to gauge the owner a little bit (to work out if saying something would endanger my life/teeth etc.) the, if I felt safe enough, I'd say something, politely and in a friendly...
Forum: Engines & props 04 July 2019, 12:22
Replies: 2
Views: 889
Posted By Phil M
I'd start by looking greasing the steering pivot...

I'd start by looking greasing the steering pivot (I'm sure it has a proper name) on the engine and inspecting the rod on the hydraulic cylinder for damage (steer both ways full lock and look for...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 July 2019, 12:53
Replies: 17
Views: 1,108
Posted By Phil M
Thanks guys fir the replies, particularly Swifty...

Thanks guys fir the replies, particularly Swifty for your experiences.

If I'm really hitting a brick wall with the "reward" aspect, I'll just foot the bill myself and go on the grounds that it...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 June 2019, 21:58
Replies: 17
Views: 1,108
Posted By Phil M
I'm only planning to go for "rides" with no...

I'm only planning to go for "rides" with no instruction given.

The wording on payment is "a voyage or excursion which is one for which the owner does not receive money for or in connection with...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 June 2019, 15:28
Replies: 17
Views: 1,108
Posted By Phil M
Thanks for the reply. We're not an RYA...

Thanks for the reply.

We're not an RYA training centre, just a very small Scout group. Ideally I'd like to take our group and members from other local groups out too. My insurance company have...
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