Forum: Electrics and electronics
16 July 2005, 11:51
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,717
Speedo and sounder query
I've almost completed the restoration of my old Searider 5.4 and I'm dying to get it in the water. I've now got a blank console and about to install electrics. As I'm new to ribbing do you think for...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
17 June 2005, 09:20
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,368
searider valves
I got one recently from Inflatable Boats International. Catalogue on www.ibs-boats.com. Cost £19 + vat tho. but it's the same valve as fitted to early Avons.
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
04 June 2005, 08:43
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,593
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
03 June 2005, 10:25
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,593
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
03 June 2005, 09:20
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,593
85 year old ribster
My dad who is 85 saw my searider for the first time recently and is desperate for a blast in her. The only thing is, I've been sitting on the pod seat without any padding for the last season and I'm...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
30 May 2005, 15:29
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,479
console fixing
I'm building a new console for my searider 5.4 could someone give me advice on the method of fixing/sealing to the deck. The flange is going to be on the inside. Would I use s/s self tappers and what...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
30 May 2005, 15:07
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,044
pod foam
hello all - anyone know who in the UK could supply me with the correct type of foam and covering for for my DIY seat pod?
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
26 May 2005, 14:35
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,804
5.4 searider flooding hull
I've still got the flooding hull on my old searider which I've had for a year. Is it worth blocking the holes without compromising the stability at rest? Does it make a big improvement on fuel...
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Forum: Engines & props
17 May 2005, 10:20
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,516
Evinrude water inlet
I'm only in my second season with outboards and with my old Evinrude 55. I want to adjust it whilst running out of the water. There doesn't seem to me an obvious water inlet point where I can attach...
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Forum: Electrics and electronics
17 May 2005, 10:04
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,507
Evinrude power output
OK geniuses - I want to wire my RIB which has an older ('85) Evinrude 55 with no external AC power outlet. However inside the casing there is a three pin male plug with three yellow wires attached...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
17 May 2005, 09:56
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,883
Jings!
That's not a RIB it's a GRP sandwich!
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
12 May 2005, 18:14
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,011
Treating cuts
Make sure it is hypalon first as some manufacturers use other materials. You have to get the correct glue for the material and apply three coates to each surface after keying with sandpaper.
Even...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
09 May 2005, 20:16
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Replies: 36
Views: 5,431
Hi Ollyit,
I've got a searider 5.4 and the...
Hi Ollyit,
I've got a searider 5.4 and the "centre" consoles on these boats are not equidistant from both tubes on either side. The only problem for you is .... the consoles are fitted slightly to...
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
09 May 2005, 09:02
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,826
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
08 May 2005, 12:58
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
08 May 2005, 12:47
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
08 May 2005, 12:45
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
08 May 2005, 12:41
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
07 May 2005, 15:22
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
Wanted Avon Searider A frame
Does anyone have an original Searider A frame for my old 5.4 which I'm restoring - you know the kind with the self righting gear. I'm willing to travel for it. Cash awaits.
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