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Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 April 2007, 11:10
Replies: 21
Views: 4,494
Posted By Lasermatrix
I've had one fitted to my boat for over 9 months...

I've had one fitted to my boat for over 9 months now, very pleased with it, the only thing I will say, if it's got the detachable front controls, make sure you cover the back metal plate with...
Forum: Engines & props 23 August 2006, 10:13
Replies: 10
Views: 2,623
Posted By Lasermatrix
*wanders off grumbling about inaccurate readings*...

*wanders off grumbling about inaccurate readings*

Hmmm, methinks I had better check my RPM guage out :D

Negative slip....that's not supposed to happen :D
Forum: Engines & props 23 August 2006, 08:29
Replies: 10
Views: 2,623
Posted By Lasermatrix
I also have a DF140 and have a S/S 21" prop, WOT...

I also have a DF140 and have a S/S 21" prop, WOT gives me about 5500rpm and a speed of around 43knts.

I was actually wanting to try a 19" prop to see if I could get a little more top end out of...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 July 2006, 08:18
Replies: 4
Views: 1,848
Posted By Lasermatrix
Another one I've used and found quite good, are...

Another one I've used and found quite good, are Funky Monkey Graphics, based in Lymington Website is https://www.funkymonkeyboatnames.co.uk/

Fair prices I think and good delivery

Regards
Chris
Forum: Other stuff 24 July 2006, 16:21
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By Lasermatrix
Sorry Bud, RW made me do it....... literally...

Sorry Bud, RW made me do it....... literally twisted my arm over a Magners.... :)
Forum: Other stuff 24 July 2006, 14:34
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By Lasermatrix
Ribnet Caption Competition....

Well, I couldn't resist, or rather RW put me up to it....

Suitable Captions Please :) (This is Oli, for those that haven't met him)
Forum: Electrics and electronics 15 June 2006, 09:24
Replies: 24
Views: 4,895
Posted By Lasermatrix
I bought a brand new Navman 5500i off eBay for...

I bought a brand new Navman 5500i off eBay for £280 + shipping from the states, works perfectly, got a Solent C-Map card and all works a treat, VAT man never did come knocking :)
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 18 May 2006, 12:28
Replies: 90
Views: 12,119
Posted By Lasermatrix
Ben, you are not putting my lasers on your RIB,...

Ben, you are not putting my lasers on your RIB, do you really want to confuse everything with GREEN laser beams :)

Chris
Forum: Other stuff 03 August 2005, 12:37
Replies: 11
Views: 2,201
Posted By Lasermatrix
Aladdin's cave have them, 9.99 each, they also...

Aladdin's cave have them, 9.99 each, they also stock the battery operated ones, although not sure on the price of those.

Simple to fit, did mine in a couple of hours :) If he needs any input,...
Forum: Engines & props 25 July 2005, 09:43
Replies: 2
Views: 1,778
Posted By Lasermatrix
To end this story.. I finally completed the...

To end this story..

I finally completed the rewire of the ignition system, fitting a new keyswitch and kill cord to the engine, the orange wire was indeed the kill wire.

The relay works a...
Forum: Engines & props 22 July 2005, 10:17
Replies: 2
Views: 1,778
Posted By Lasermatrix
In a follow up to this: it would appear the...

In a follow up to this:

it would appear the Orange wire is the kill wire and is connected to ground when the key is in the off position.

Therefore that presents me with a little problem, the...
Forum: Engines & props 21 July 2005, 22:16
Replies: 2
Views: 1,778
Posted By Lasermatrix
Wiring on 1978 Merc 70hp Blueband

Hi All,

I guess this is probably the best place to post this :)

I have a 1978 Merc 70hp Blueband outboard, the key switch is knackered, having to start with a screwdriver at the moment and...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 July 2005, 08:37
Replies: 13
Views: 2,354
Posted By Lasermatrix
hehehe, thanks for that Alan. Well, I went a...

hehehe, thanks for that Alan.

Well, I went a had a viewing, needless to say, I won't be buying it.

Too many things to list... but some of the more nasty ones...

1) Large Chunk missing from...
Forum: Engines & props 15 July 2005, 13:35
Replies: 7
Views: 1,940
Posted By Lasermatrix
Thanks SeaRider I just noticed that on...

Thanks SeaRider

I just noticed that on another post, I will check with a Mercury Dealer first tho, just to be safe :)
Forum: Engines & props 15 July 2005, 13:25
Replies: 7
Views: 1,940
Posted By Lasermatrix
Unleaded fuel

Hi All,

Since my local garage is soon to stop selling LRP and I can't find another garage that sells it, whats the best method to fuel my Merc 70hp Blueband?

I'm guessing the best option is to...
Forum: Other stuff 15 July 2005, 09:59
Replies: 9
Views: 1,382
Posted By Lasermatrix
Hi, The answer is Yes and No :) Yes,...

Hi,

The answer is Yes and No :)

Yes, the card will work, but you will not receive any of the premium channels, Movies, Sports etc...

Your Viewing card is paired with your receiver, the only...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 July 2005, 09:08
Replies: 13
Views: 2,354
Posted By Lasermatrix
Thanks Alex, turns out the boat had already been...

Thanks Alex, turns out the boat had already been sold before I even got to look at it anyway, keep on searching :)

And yes, that was the boat!

Thanks to all who replied, thats a lot of useful...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 July 2005, 10:45
Replies: 13
Views: 2,354
Posted By Lasermatrix
Thanks Nick, Thats a good starting point :) ...

Thanks Nick,

Thats a good starting point :)

the 150 would be very thirsty?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 July 2005, 10:27
Replies: 13
Views: 2,354
Posted By Lasermatrix
What to look out for

Hi All,

Have decided to sell everything I own and buy a RIB!! LOL

Seriously, going to look at a BWM 6.1 with a 1995 Mariner 150 2 Stroke.

Can anyone advise on what I should be wary of,...
Forum: Engines & props 24 June 2005, 08:03
Replies: 6
Views: 2,748
Posted By Lasermatrix
Thanks for the replies :) Yes, I have...

Thanks for the replies :)

Yes, I have measured across the yellow and red wires during starting, I read no volts. However, as I say, sometimes the engine does start, or I can bridge a wire from...
Forum: Engines & props 22 June 2005, 10:08
Replies: 6
Views: 2,748
Posted By Lasermatrix
Mercury Blueband 700

Hi All,

First post, new member, go gentle :)

I have just bought a boat, it's not a rib (that's coming later!) which has the above engine. We believe it to be a 1989 model.

Having a slight...
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