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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 August 2021, 19:34
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By taurus
I’ve had the day to think things through and it’s...

I’ve had the day to think things through and it’s been good to get some others thoughts on it.
Going to go for a new engine, don’t think we want to go through the hassle of getting bits and then...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 August 2021, 12:37
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By taurus
Thanks for the quick replies. The casing is...

Thanks for the quick replies.
The casing is smashed well beyond repair.
All that’s left is the bevel gear and jagged casing.
Bit concerned that there maybe shock damage.
Think I’m leaning more...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 August 2021, 10:46
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By taurus
Advice needed over damaged engine

Hi
We’ve managed to damage our 2006 Suzuki DF140.
Hit a rock which has broken some of the gearbox casing off.
It’s a well looked after 300 hour engine.
We unsure we should try and find a s/h...
Forum: RIBs for sale 31 July 2019, 16:35
Replies: 2
Views: 863
Posted By taurus
Now sold

Now sold
Forum: RIBs for sale 30 July 2019, 13:32
Replies: 2
Views: 863
Posted By taurus
Price £950 ono

Forgot to add price :facepalm:
Forum: RIBs for sale 28 July 2019, 08:43
Replies: 2
Views: 863
Posted By taurus
Harbour Inflatable 3.3m total length, 1.5m wide with Mariner 15hp 2 stroke eng

Complete with oars, pump, 25l fuel tank, seat, drop down wheels on transom for easy maneuvering. Boat in great condition, no holes, patches or repairs. Has rigid aluminium removable floor and...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 13 September 2010, 10:49
Replies: 9
Views: 1,973
Posted By taurus
First day out

I'm sooooo jealous. Had some great days out in her and done that trip many times - hope you enjoy just as much. Must get another boat!
Forum: RIB gallery 30 April 2010, 15:17
Replies: 1
Views: 1,296
Posted By taurus
Windsurfing from a RIB

Had a great first day out of the season last weekend - ticked off a 'to do' and rigged up a windsurfer in Weymouth Bay and out into blue water. Just about got planing on the windsurfer - any more...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 September 2009, 20:25
Replies: 24
Views: 3,179
Posted By taurus
The sensation does have a fancy name - mal de...

The sensation does have a fancy name - mal de disembarquement - there are 3 proprioceptors for balance - inner ear, sight and muscles. If one is compromised the body can usually compensate, if 2 are...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 25 March 2009, 20:30
Replies: 33
Views: 7,695
Posted By taurus
Just scrubbed the green slime off ours before a...

Just scrubbed the green slime off ours before a blast at the weekend. Managed a few evening ski's/wakeboard out of Portishead under the bridge and further down the coast when calm enough -
...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 25 March 2009, 20:05
Replies: 33
Views: 7,695
Posted By taurus
Neighbour?

Think you must be parked next to us at the farm?

Refuse to pay the extortionate Portishead Marina launch fee, usually travel down to Portland. (More in fuel I know but launch any time and stay...
Forum: Other stuff 15 January 2009, 12:34
Replies: 27
Views: 4,457
Posted By taurus
Kayaks

Borrowed brother's Ocean Kayak and took it round the sea lochs on Mull and down the Fleet in Chesil last summer. Very relaxing. Found some secluded beaches for picnics and inquisitive seals...
Forum: Other stuff 24 December 2008, 11:33
Replies: 4
Views: 1,252
Posted By taurus
Blitzed by the Hydroptere

61 knots before capsizing on Saturday in winds gusting 45 knots. Images of the capsized craft here:

https://www.seabreeze.com.au/News/Sailing/Capsized-Images-from-lHydroptere_2136777.aspx
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 December 2008, 08:57
Replies: 57
Views: 18,412
Posted By taurus
Upsidedown on M5

Reported to have been seen upsidedown in a ditch southbound M5 just past past Portishead/Gordano Services junction. Had been towed by an unmarked Range Rover (which was pointing northbound with it's...
Forum: RIB gallery 16 June 2008, 18:23
Replies: 625
Views: 179,965
Posted By taurus
jurassic coast

Great weekend along the Jurassic coast. Picnic in Lulworth and met up with friends in their kayak
Forum: Tow vehicles, 4x4s, trucks, cars & bikes 10 January 2008, 11:57
Replies: 18
Views: 5,141
Posted By taurus
VW's very reliable and 'cool'. Becoming popular...

VW's very reliable and 'cool'. Becoming popular with the surf crowd so resale value high. Can only compare with a friends Vito who has had a lot of trouble with it - unsure if that's common though.
Forum: Tow vehicles, 4x4s, trucks, cars & bikes 06 January 2008, 19:46
Replies: 18
Views: 5,141
Posted By taurus
Transporter

Transporter ..... loads of room and great for camping. Double matress fits in te back and for extra room an awning/tent on the side. But then .... I'm biased.
Forum: Tow vehicles, 4x4s, trucks, cars & bikes 04 November 2007, 19:13
Replies: 4
Views: 1,834
Posted By taurus
smelly ole 2 strokes on the water don't matter...

smelly ole 2 strokes on the water don't matter then
Forum: Other stuff 04 November 2007, 16:48
Replies: 2
Views: 1,168
Posted By taurus
If you go into 'get more gadgets online', search...

If you go into 'get more gadgets online', search through the 'tools and utilities' there's a tide gadget by whiteknuckle welding(?). Shows the usual tidal ports. Disclaimer on predicted tides does...
Forum: Other stuff 03 November 2007, 16:02
Replies: 32
Views: 5,443
Posted By taurus
Go and get an opinion from an NHS opthalmologist....

Go and get an opinion from an NHS opthalmologist. They'll (usually) have no bias and will be honest about outcomes. Unless they own a private laser eye surgery clinic?! Wouldn't go for it myself....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 November 2007, 22:17
Replies: 6
Views: 5,602
Posted By taurus
Have launched at Sailing Academy when busy...

Have launched at Sailing Academy when busy national sailing events on, has never been a problem as there is a big slip for the sailing fraternity and a second slip with plently of pontoons for the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 November 2007, 22:08
Replies: 6
Views: 5,602
Posted By taurus
weymouth slipways

Sailing academy on old Portland Naval base has excellent slipway and facilities: www.wpnsa.org.uk/dayfees.htm - expensive (£21 up to 20ft) but showers, cafe, flushing facilities are worth it. ...
Forum: RIB gallery 02 August 2007, 20:58
Replies: 106
Views: 53,990
Posted By taurus
Stick yer hubby in the (freezin) water and don't...

Stick yer hubby in the (freezin) water and don't retrieve him until he gets a good shot.
Forum: Other stuff 12 May 2007, 22:14
Replies: 50
Views: 6,419
Posted By taurus
Ah, bring back Sandie Shaw

Ah, bring back Sandie Shaw
Forum: Other stuff 12 May 2007, 21:09
Replies: 50
Views: 6,419
Posted By taurus
Unwatchable without Terry's comments (been on the...

Unwatchable without Terry's comments (been on the Bailey's no doubt) and have you tried the sing-a-long??

I'm voting for the trapeze artist
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