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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 January 2016, 20:44
Replies: 7
Views: 1,184
Posted By Northern Tim
Sounds like you've both used them before. Are...

Sounds like you've both used them before.
Are they able to safely weld onto an existing a-frame with it in situ?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 January 2016, 19:22
Replies: 7
Views: 1,184
Posted By Northern Tim
A Frame Mounting

Hi Gents (& Ladies!),
My new RIB has a lovely A frame in beautiful stainless steel. It's nice and strong, too at 50mm diameter. However, there are no brackets to mount anything!

Any ideas where I...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 January 2016, 19:15
Replies: 5
Views: 1,039
Posted By Northern Tim
Hi Liquidity, Welcome! I had a similar issue...

Hi Liquidity, Welcome!

I had a similar issue with my last rib. The tubes needed some reglueing in the odd place. I had limited success with 2-part adhesive. The key is in prep, making sure that...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 May 2015, 22:37
Replies: 1
Views: 935
Posted By Northern Tim
Ensigns

Hi folks,
I recently bought a polyester, sewn, red ensign to fly from my A frame. The problem is, doing 30kn into 15kn of wind has started to shred it.

Which are the hardest wearing?
What do...
Forum: Engines & props 13 April 2015, 20:44
Replies: 27
Views: 5,724
Posted By Northern Tim
Oversized outboards

I'm looking a several used boats, one or two of which have a bigger engine than the maximum suggested by the manufacturer.

Assuming the engines all weigh the same, what would be the effect of...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 April 2015, 12:48
Replies: 8
Views: 3,801
Posted By Northern Tim
Ribex

Does Ribex still happen?
Alternatively, is there another powerboat and rib show?

I can't find anything online!
Forum: RIBnet North America 30 March 2015, 19:38
Replies: 7
Views: 3,236
Posted By Northern Tim
Some manufacturers seem to measure the length...

Some manufacturers seem to measure the length using the transom as the back. Others seem to use the end of the tubes.
Forum: Engines & props 24 March 2015, 18:36
Replies: 18
Views: 3,639
Posted By Northern Tim
It's a used 6 year old, Suzy 50hp 4-stroke,...

It's a used 6 year old, Suzy 50hp 4-stroke, that's done 450 hours, with a training school.......
I'm guessing a gear box might just break the aforementioned bank?!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 March 2015, 18:30
Replies: 4
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Posted By Northern Tim
I'll put another vote in for Stormforce too! ...

I'll put another vote in for Stormforce too!
They're a good bunch, and some decent kit!
Forum: Engines & props 21 March 2015, 08:03
Replies: 18
Views: 3,639
Posted By Northern Tim
I've been told that suzukis are more expensive on...

I've been told that suzukis are more expensive on parts due to Suzuki obsoleting old parts and models quickly. Anybody had this experience?
Forum: Engines & props 20 March 2015, 21:19
Replies: 18
Views: 3,639
Posted By Northern Tim
Which make of outboard?

Hi folks,
I'm looking for opinions of different outboard manufacturers. I'm thinking about reliability, longevity, economy, performance and servicing and parts costs.

What are your...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 November 2014, 19:30
Replies: 27
Views: 4,287
Posted By Northern Tim
Possible eBay scam

Hi folks,
I'm looking to upgrade my little RIB to something a bit bigger. There is a 4.8m Tornado listed at the moment on eBay, in Skipton, N. Yorks.

I have been unable to contact the buyer to...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 13 October 2014, 20:03
Replies: 55
Views: 7,627
Posted By Northern Tim
Steve, I've just tried to PM you, but your inbox...

Steve, I've just tried to PM you, but your inbox is full!
Forum: About RIBnet | Site Help & Announcements 13 October 2014, 18:29
Replies: 15
Views: 2,078
Posted By Northern Tim
The trouble is, when you want to buy their boat...

The trouble is, when you want to buy their boat but they don't answer your PMs!
Forum: RIBase Member Registry 11 October 2014, 16:57
Replies: 0
Views: 1,102
Posted By Northern Tim
Northern Lite :: 1990 Tornado

Northern Lite :: 1990 Tornado (2014-10-11 12:57:01)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 October 2014, 16:54
Replies: 6
Views: 1,161
Posted By Northern Tim
I'm intrigued as to what standard of boat and...

I'm intrigued as to what standard of boat and equipment on board will be required by the RYA!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 October 2014, 16:48
Replies: 55
Views: 7,627
Posted By Northern Tim
It's not over until the next season starts... ...

It's not over until the next season starts...
Grab your drysuit, some thermals and a Gecko, then MAN UP! :D

Steve, Anglesey is a must. Let me know if you want a nav.
Depending when you go, I may...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 October 2014, 20:17
Replies: 203
Views: 23,406
Posted By Northern Tim
Come on HP - I've done Ty Calch to Skerries a few...

Come on HP - I've done Ty Calch to Skerries a few times, and that's on my little 3.6m!
Forum: About RIBnet | Site Help & Announcements 02 October 2014, 19:56
Replies: 63
Views: 9,670
Posted By Northern Tim
I'd grab one! :)

I'd grab one! :)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 September 2014, 19:52
Replies: 8
Views: 1,036
Posted By Northern Tim
Having updated java, and then installed the Unity...

Having updated java, and then installed the Unity Web Player, it's now working!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 September 2014, 18:11
Replies: 36
Views: 6,125
Posted By Northern Tim
Nice one!

This thread has been really useful to me too!
I'm currently considering a Ribcraft 4.8, Tornado 4.8 or Searider 4.7.

Any more info is gratefully received!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 September 2014, 09:18
Replies: 4
Views: 1,034
Posted By Northern Tim
Good job you were there Dave....now to sort out...

Good job you were there Dave....now to sort out salvage ;)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 September 2014, 09:10
Replies: 10
Views: 2,335
Posted By Northern Tim
Rob, I have a 3.6m Tornado with 25hp on the back....

Rob, I have a 3.6m Tornado with 25hp on the back. It will happily tow a ringo with a child or small adult, but really struggles to get on the plane with a bigger bloke in the ringo. I have towed a...
Forum: RIBase Member Registry 20 April 2014, 19:02
Replies: 0
Views: 2,013
Posted By Northern Tim
Northern Lite :: 1990 Tornado

Northern Lite :: 1990 Tornado (2014-04-20 15:02:23)
Forum: Trailers & towing 02 June 2013, 19:00
Replies: 3
Views: 1,574
Posted By Northern Tim
Thanks Trailer Guy!

Thanks Trailer Guy!
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