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Forum: Commercial operators 03 August 2007, 21:06
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By Oogs
Thanks Solent Ranger... not what I was hoping for...

Thanks Solent Ranger... not what I was hoping for though!
Naturally all my experience is on Ribs.... 6.2m & 5.9m.
What would you suggest to get a comercial endorsement, for deliverys etc, not trip...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 03 August 2007, 21:01
Replies: 23
Views: 4,623
Posted By Oogs
You will probably hear HMCG from the french coast...

You will probably hear HMCG from the french coast as their antenna's are 10's of meters high, don't think they will hear you though with 25w! On a similar thought, I was speaking to a radio ham, he...
Forum: Commercial operators 03 August 2007, 20:15
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By Oogs
Thanks everyone for your help.... I shall pass on...

Thanks everyone for your help.... I shall pass on the details.
I myself have decided to continue with courses..... I have PB2 & Yachtmaster Offshore Theory...... would tike the practical side...
Forum: Commercial operators 02 August 2007, 20:31
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By Oogs
PB level 1 required (south coast)

Hi, I'm looking to find a PB1 course on or around 1st or 2nd weekend in Sept.
I was asked for advice by my wife's friend.... her husband 40 has expressed a keen interest in boating for several...
Forum: Engines & props 29 June 2007, 23:01
Replies: 15
Views: 3,228
Posted By Oogs
way back in the late 80's early 90's I had the...

way back in the late 80's early 90's I had the pleasure of driving many Atlantic 21's in the Standby industry... they were fitted out as the RNLI boats, 2 X Evinrude 70's. This configuration was for...
Forum: Other stuff 28 June 2007, 21:32
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Different subject I know... but must tell all. ...

Different subject I know... but must tell all.
We also have a 6.2m Temptress & have put a Suzu DT 140 on her...
All faults have been ironed out & ran at 40mph on the river Avon at Stratford :eek: ...
Forum: Other stuff 28 June 2007, 21:26
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Getting the waste oil certainly is no prblem up...

Getting the waste oil certainly is no prblem up here, most small pubs are happy to give it to you as many pour the stuff down the drain!!
There is certainly an increase in oil reclamation, many...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 23:41
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Hi Frothy, yep there's so much on tinternet &...

Hi Frothy, yep there's so much on tinternet & everyone knows someone who's having a go.... I think I'll put some details on here & photo's etc so you can all decide for yourselves. Not tonight......
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 23:36
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
The price of Methanol fluctuates between £60 to...

The price of Methanol fluctuates between £60 to £90 for a 205l drum....
we bought 2 drums a fortnight ago at £78 each.
The cost of setting up the plant depends on how resorseful you are...
you...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 23:31
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Obviously the example given is not quite how I do...

Obviously the example given is not quite how I do it... I use the molecular sieve "Amberlite" beads system not water & 10l is for ease understanding...
God only knows how much fuel I've produced in...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 23:13
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
My Method!

Go to the pub & get your 20l drum of used oil...
put it through a teram or paper filter...
Heat the oil to 55c...
Perform your Titration test to determine the acidity of the oil...
Lets say you...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 22:52
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Its all relative, to make bio requires a a little...

Its all relative, to make bio requires a a little time, small space, power supply & in my case a bottle of vino!
I too have a friend who modified his landy 300tdi to run on SVO... he now fills the...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 22:31
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Neil, SVO (straight veg oil) is not the answer......

Neil, SVO (straight veg oil) is not the answer... WVO (waste veg oil) is.
chemicals consist on Caustic Soda & Methanol.... there are no modifications required to the engine... Bio is a subsitute for...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 22:21
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
It really is very easy, I'm in it with my mate...

It really is very easy, I'm in it with my mate who I own the boats with, cost £2000 to build the reactor & wash system.... I wouldn't recommend water washing... invest in the "Amberlite" beads dry...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 22:07
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
I'm not sure on MPG as I always have a full tank...

I'm not sure on MPG as I always have a full tank & tend to be heavier right foot at 11p!
I would say that I estimate a 10% loss of power in comparison to Dino Diesel.
I'm running a 1998 Xantia est...
Forum: Other stuff 27 June 2007, 21:54
Replies: 41
Views: 5,230
Posted By Oogs
Biodiesel.... easy

Yep, new legislation allows "Home Brewers" to produce & use 2500L per year without any payment in tax or duty!
I've been producing Bio for over 12 months at a cost of 11p per litre ;).
The money...
Forum: Engines & props 24 June 2007, 22:07
Replies: 0
Views: 1,666
Posted By Oogs
Suzuki DT115 140 Trim sender - Wanted

:hi: , has anyone got a Trim Sender for a Suzi Dt 140 / 115?
I've been trying everywhere to get one.:]
Would a sender from a Yami or Force fit the Suzi.
Any help appreciated :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 April 2007, 20:51
Replies: 1
Views: 1,055
Posted By Oogs
Sightseeing in Lyme Bay

Has anyone been into Lyme Bay to have a peek at the Napoli?
I just wondered how welcome we are as tourists with cameras etc :rolleyes:
I'm aware of the 500M exclusion zone, but I believe they are...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 March 2007, 21:08
Replies: 24
Views: 3,753
Posted By Oogs
Hi Biggles, Have you thought about purchasing a...

Hi Biggles,
Have you thought about purchasing a "HAMMAR" lifejacket?
A Hammar Auto jacket will only activate in 10cm of water, it's pressure sensitive. I think this is the type to have on a rib as...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 January 2007, 22:10
Replies: 50
Views: 9,561
Posted By Oogs
Far better

Not been to London since the demise of Earls Court.
Will be going to this instead.... just register & blag stuff!

https://www.bbex.co.uk:80/
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 January 2007, 21:34
Replies: 78
Views: 13,465
Posted By Oogs
Sorry only mentioned half the stuff.... from my...

Sorry only mentioned half the stuff.... from my experience the conditions were not that bad! All reports on the incident... PBO, Solent TV, have been bigged up a little!! as you would expect. Bramble...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 January 2007, 21:22
Replies: 78
Views: 13,465
Posted By Oogs
Hi Biggles, as said we ummed & arred over it. I...

Hi Biggles, as said we ummed & arred over it. I estimate I was going about 12knts, didn't see any large seas coming. I don't think it's just a case of a bad boat & a nasty sea that popped in!
I...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 January 2007, 20:09
Replies: 78
Views: 13,465
Posted By Oogs
Replies

Hi all, I'm quite new to RIBnet so hav'nt worked it all out yet.
Answers to your questions.
The Boat was a 17' Rostyle speedboat built in the USA, Suzuki DT140.
Weather was F4-F5 gusting to F6....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 January 2007, 20:47
Replies: 78
Views: 13,465
Posted By Oogs
My experience!

I've been reading the posts on MOB recovery & feel that I have something to add. On Sunday 11 /11/2006 I was a casualty along with my mate when our 5.2m speedboat sunk 1m east of Yarmouth IOW....
Forum: Electrics and electronics 03 April 2006, 20:24
Replies: 15
Views: 3,550
Posted By Oogs
Silva!!!!! No No No

My experience of the S12 is still on-going. I purchased a set from "Seamark Nunn" within 3 weeks the battery would not hold much charge, it was duely replaced by the vendor. My replacement unit is...
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