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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 November 2014, 08:36
Replies: 0
Views: 838
Posted By WOPALX
Patching Thin Bits

Okay so the floor of the SIB was very dirty when I looked at it, which was one reason I got it for such a good price.

Anyway when cleaning it today I noticed a few small areas on the floor that...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 November 2014, 08:31
Replies: 18
Views: 3,452
Posted By WOPALX
Acetone seemed to be the most effective and made...

Acetone seemed to be the most effective and made it 50% better. I have a couple of other things to give a try before I go the patch route, I figure if I can get it to about 25% of how it was I'll be...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 November 2014, 18:33
Replies: 18
Views: 3,452
Posted By WOPALX
Thanks. I was going to try whiteboard...

Thanks.

I was going to try whiteboard marker, if that does not work I'll try with progressively more harsh chemicals.

Don't need it to be virginal, just very faded so the new rego numbers can...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 November 2014, 07:47
Replies: 18
Views: 3,452
Posted By WOPALX
Cleaning Permanent Marker off SIB

Hi,

I just bought a 2nd hand Zodiac CaDET 360 Fastroller SIB.

As it was previously registered in QLD I need to change the registration numbers to new NSW ones as they are different between the...
Forum: Tow vehicles, 4x4s, trucks, cars & bikes 01 July 2013, 09:25
Replies: 14
Views: 2,813
Posted By WOPALX
Yeah I'd be driving my F1 car down the freewy at...

Yeah I'd be driving my F1 car down the freewy at 70MPH :)
Forum: RIB gallery 06 June 2013, 09:44
Replies: 15
Views: 2,583
Posted By WOPALX
Sorry just saw your post

Sorry just saw your post
Forum: RIB gallery 06 June 2013, 09:44
Replies: 15
Views: 2,583
Posted By WOPALX
Was that in the Brisbane water / Pittwater /...

Was that in the Brisbane water / Pittwater / Broken Bay Area?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 May 2013, 05:14
Replies: 4
Views: 2,741
Posted By WOPALX
I have a Grand Goldenline 380 and am wrapped with...

I have a Grand Goldenline 380 and am wrapped with it. 40HP 2 stroke and it goes like a scolded cat :)

My build thread is here if your interested, pretty sure the console I used was out of a 470.
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 May 2013, 09:16
Replies: 534
Views: 76,933
Posted By WOPALX
On the subject of compulsory wearing of kill...

On the subject of compulsory wearing of kill cords, I don't think that would be practical to police. Certainly education and perhaps a fine if your vessel does not have one fitted would be more...
Forum: Bits and pieces 27 April 2013, 06:28
Replies: 13
Views: 1,778
Posted By WOPALX
If you do I'd be interested, no spare parts from...

If you do I'd be interested, no spare parts from the Australian distributor unfortunately.
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 24 April 2013, 11:46
Replies: 9
Views: 5,585
Posted By WOPALX
Give Shannon a call at Shannon's outboards in...

Give Shannon a call at Shannon's outboards in Hornsby a call. Great stand up guy, good service and hooked me up with a great deal for a 40hp. Was even happy for me to self install with a fair charge...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2013, 10:36
Replies: 45
Views: 5,902
Posted By WOPALX
I have a Raymarine a67 on mine and its been great...

I have a Raymarine a67 on mine and its been great in all weather. Mind you we don't need to wear gloves etc so no idea on how that would affect performance?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2013, 10:32
Replies: 23
Views: 3,251
Posted By WOPALX
My Mrs has stopped asking. As long as there is $...

My Mrs has stopped asking. As long as there is $ in the bank she's happy. But no way I want her selling my toys if I bight the bullet, she'd let them go way to cheap :)

Had a mate years ago, he'd...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 31 March 2013, 09:35
Replies: 6
Views: 4,082
Posted By WOPALX
I'm sure you will be pleased.

I'm sure you will be pleased.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 March 2013, 07:47
Replies: 6
Views: 4,082
Posted By WOPALX
Would not really know. I did try a Quicksilver of...

Would not really know. I did try a Quicksilver of similar size with a 4 stroke 40 and found it was hard to get out of the hole onto the plane, did not feel as fast at WOT but it did not have a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 March 2013, 00:53
Replies: 6
Views: 4,082
Posted By WOPALX
I just fitted out a new Grand Goldenline deluxe...

I just fitted out a new Grand Goldenline deluxe 380.

Very happy with it, I went with a 40hp 2 Stroke and obtain 35 knots with 2 adults and 3 kids (7 to 13 years) in flat water. With just myself...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 13 February 2013, 20:37
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By WOPALX
Thanks for the information below. Seems the...

Thanks for the information below.

Seems the only thing I have not done is the starter for the motor does go via the 50 AMP fuse. However the starter draw & alternator input are both less than 50...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 12 February 2013, 20:36
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By WOPALX
Cables from the battery to main switch and to the...

Cables from the battery to main switch and to the 50amp fuse block are 8 B&S tinned (85Amp). Same sized cables run aft to the motor. Cables from fuse block to the switch & fuse panel are 6mm (31...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 12 February 2013, 18:47
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By WOPALX
Wiring Question

When I was setting up my new RIB I wired in a 50 AMP fuse between the master switch and all the electronics.

The switch panel also has fuses for each devise according to the manufacturers...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2013, 07:03
Replies: 31
Views: 8,646
Posted By WOPALX
We donated some time with our yacht to take some...

We donated some time with our yacht to take some disadvantaged kids out on

So any excuse would do :lol: and I gave it another run today rather than using the yacht clubs tender. The second excuse...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 February 2013, 18:11
Replies: 31
Views: 8,646
Posted By WOPALX
Sorted the tacho yesterday, seems it was on the...

Sorted the tacho yesterday, seems it was on the wrong setting.

Had a day out with the family yesterday, covered a lot of miles and boat ran flawlessly.

Apple Tree bay to Refuge Bay, then down...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 February 2013, 08:28
Replies: 31
Views: 8,646
Posted By WOPALX
Back from the outboard guys, she floats! ...

Back from the outboard guys, she floats!

1800~2000 RPM she shoots out of the hole nicely.

Have a Video of the first run but need to download it from the GoPro:)

Dont think the tacho is...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 February 2013, 09:51
Replies: 73
Views: 9,015
Posted By WOPALX
Not all boats that break down sink, likewise not...

Not all boats that break down sink, likewise not all cars that breakdown crash or require rescue, so I fail to see your point there?

Yes Darwin theory works but what about the poor buggers that...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 February 2013, 06:09
Replies: 73
Views: 9,015
Posted By WOPALX
Over here we need to be licensed to drive a...

Over here we need to be licensed to drive a powerboat capable of 10+ knots. But the test is a joke and there is no further education needed i.e. once you have one its for life basically unless you...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 February 2013, 01:19
Replies: 31
Views: 8,646
Posted By WOPALX
Thanks, I'll take a look at it. Good to have...

Thanks, I'll take a look at it.

Good to have options :thumbs:
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