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Posted By 1978SeaRider

I think I’ll stick to Dun Laoghaire for the first...

I think I’ll stick to Dun Laoghaire for the first run, I’m sure I can get a decent pint of the black stuff there :D

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

23 July 2023, 15:19

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Thanks guys ! Do you really think I’ll need this...

Thanks guys ! Do you really think I’ll need this ? I’m sure I can dig it out but seems a bit much

Will I need a passport !?

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

12 July 2023, 08:01

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Thanks Willk, I fancy the Liffery so I'll do some...

Thanks Willk, I fancy the Liffery so I'll do some googling

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

11 July 2023, 15:08

Replies: 9

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Dublin Harbour (Fuel and Guinness)

Hi,

I'm planning a trip to Dublin from Holyhead in the next week or so.

I was hoping someone could help with the below please:

Is there a petrol station I can use over there - ideally one I...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

03 May 2023, 13:13

Replies: 9

Fuel Tank Liner ?

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Cheers guys, looks like it's a floor up new tank...

Cheers guys, looks like it's a floor up new tank job.

I'm going to try and adapt a Fuel Strainer as a short term fix..

Can anyone recommend a contractor for a fuel tank replacement ? I'm...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

26 April 2023, 15:48

Replies: 9

Fuel Tank Liner ?

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Fuel Tank Liner ?

Hi,

My 2008 8.75m Scorpion under deck fuel tank is de-laminating due to the change in fuel.

I'm faced with removing the deck to replace the fuel tank. I really don't want to do this... :bang:...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

31 August 2022, 14:51

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Grand 650

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Grand 650

Hi,

My mates just about to buy the above, but I was hoping to see if anyone has any experience with them please ?

It looks smart but I’m worried it’s a shallow V in comparison to scorpions /...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

26 August 2022, 13:29

Replies: 4

2008 Scorpion Delaminated Fuel Tank

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Thanks both, I’ve spoken to Scorpion, they have...

Thanks both, I’ve spoken to Scorpion, they have advised the same in terms of cleaning and are sending me a custom filter to attach to the pick up [emoji1303]🤞🏻

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

21 August 2022, 17:53

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2008 Scorpion Delaminated Fuel Tank

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

2008 Scorpion Delaminated Fuel Tank

Hi,

My 2008 Suzuki will basically stop / run out of fuel if driven over 4,800rpm.

I’ve ran the engine on an external tank and it’s fine.

Today I inspected the fuel tank and found this, I’m...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

06 August 2019, 12:35

Replies: 13

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

No idea to be honest pal, I have to drive half...

No idea to be honest pal, I have to drive half hour for fuel and mess about with 5 Jerry cans so the extra cost will cover the hassle, but I’m hoping to be on the water Friday / sat so I’ll make a...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

05 August 2019, 13:51

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

No, I mean Holyhead - RibRide have installed a...

No, I mean Holyhead - RibRide have installed a petrol pump - right next to Langdon’s restaurant. You can get petrol 2 hours either side of high tide. You pay at the marina office. Guy at Ribride...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

02 August 2019, 19:00

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Thanks ! Went today and it’s still there, ran by...

Thanks ! Went today and it’s still there, ran by RibRide, really friendly and helpful... the pumps working at Holyhead too, 2 hours either side of HW, no more Jerry cans !

Forum: RIBs & ribbing

02 August 2019, 09:22

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Petrol Station - Menai Strait ?

Hi,

Can you still get fuel on the pontoon at the marina near Dillon’s please ? Heading down there today

Thanks !!

Forum: Engines & props

01 August 2019, 09:35

Replies: 10

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Hi, I’ve spoken to both Scorpion and Suzuki and...

Hi, I’ve spoken to both Scorpion and Suzuki and they have me measurements to check on transom height position etc and it all seems fine. I’ve had Lenco tabs fitted so no issue with the controls......

Forum: Engines & props

12 July 2019, 16:43

Replies: 10

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Engine’s not changed since it was installed at...

Engine’s not changed since it was installed at the factory so hopefully it was done right. Took it out today and max revs I can get is 5250 trimmed right up and flat out... think the max recommended...

Forum: Engines & props

11 July 2019, 11:52

Replies: 10

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Posted By 1978SeaRider

Thanks Dave, I’ve currently got a 3x16x23 not...

Thanks Dave, I’ve currently got a 3x16x23 not sure what the max RPM is, hopefully checking that tomorrow. I’m having to almost fully extend the left tab to keep her level. Trying to avoid moving the...

Forum: Engines & props

09 July 2019, 11:24

Replies: 10