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Forum: Other stuff 31 July 2007, 14:28
Replies: 17
Views: 2,904
Posted By spence
I did a five day 'stag' trip there last August...

I did a five day 'stag' trip there last August whilst the Old Timer's Grand Prix was on, and it was a really memorable trip. And my car proudly wears its little Nordschleife badge too (for those in...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 June 2007, 13:49
Replies: 13
Views: 3,222
Posted By spence
The Merc 175 does look too big on the back of it!...

The Merc 175 does look too big on the back of it!

Defininetly check out what the maximum manufacturer hp is for that model & year - thinking about insurance ramifications....
Forum: Other stuff 08 June 2007, 12:28
Replies: 10
Views: 2,128
Posted By spence
Miami Vice.... Where they switch one Scarab...

Miami Vice....

Where they switch one Scarab for another loaded with drugs during the race.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 09 May 2007, 19:10
Replies: 22
Views: 4,109
Posted By spence
The VHF should always be considered as a major...

The VHF should always be considered as a major part of the safety equipment and ideally have a fixed and backup hand held unit. Also if you are unfortunate enough to need assistance from the RNLI/CG...
Forum: Engines & props 02 May 2007, 16:03
Replies: 2
Views: 1,562
Posted By spence
You should check (and replace) the thermostats...

You should check (and replace) the thermostats first - are they opening?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 April 2007, 19:04
Replies: 9
Views: 1,709
Posted By spence
We bought a Pokermon lifejacket for our daughter...

We bought a Pokermon lifejacket for our daughter when she was 2 and it was fine. It was the buoyant type with a big collar to right them quickly, crotch strap and most importantly a big loop behind...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 12 October 2006, 13:12
Replies: 6
Views: 1,552
Posted By spence
you don't want a mains charger from the states,...

you don't want a mains charger from the states, uless it is UK spec
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 October 2006, 11:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,963
Posted By spence
Even a few miles offshore can become a serious...

Even a few miles offshore can become a serious incident when all the factors turn against you - with an offshore breeze you could end up further out than anticipated. More is always better than less...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 October 2006, 09:35
Replies: 20
Views: 4,765
Posted By spence
Agree with the last post on Collision Regs. ...

Agree with the last post on Collision Regs.

You are underway as soon as the anchor is lifted off the bottom (not just lifted back onboard) and as soon as the line is slipped from a mooring.

"My...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 17 September 2006, 23:00
Replies: 6
Views: 2,190
Posted By spence
sounds like dvd regions! doesn't seem any point...

sounds like dvd regions! doesn't seem any point sourcing a cheaper DSC set from the States in that case.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 17 September 2006, 19:26
Replies: 6
Views: 2,190
Posted By spence
I've got a Uniden Atlantis (non DSC) handheld,...

I've got a Uniden Atlantis (non DSC) handheld, which I bought about 3 years ago new via Ebay. No probs at all, works great.

It has all the 'international' channels to choose from and I can't...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 06 September 2006, 14:28
Replies: 21
Views: 12,013
Posted By spence
I was thinking similar boating/camping venues...

I was thinking similar boating/camping venues myself and found Redcliffe Farm, Wareham, West end of Poole Harbour on boat launch. Not been but may be a possibility.

Hayling Island has camping and...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 September 2006, 09:46
Replies: 8
Views: 1,522
Posted By spence
Might be a good idea to do a VHF course and you...

Might be a good idea to do a VHF course and you will find out how to obtain marine weather info via VHF.

Also if you have a radio then you can tune into the shipping forcast.

Or if all else...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 August 2006, 15:22
Replies: 8
Views: 3,045
Posted By spence
Chinewalking causes the hull to roll quickly (and...

Chinewalking causes the hull to roll quickly (and violently) from port to starboard at certain high speeds in certain wave conditions, usually when you are fully trimmed out (i.e. the outboard in a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 August 2006, 19:51
Replies: 1
Views: 1,267
Posted By spence
Avon Seat Base on Ebay

Is this any use to anyone?

https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=017&item=270021920030&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMESE%3AIT&rd=1
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