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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 November 2014, 19:01
Replies: 9
Views: 2,402
Posted By mike-m
A steering cable coiled on the deck? I have...

A steering cable coiled on the deck?

I have never seen one actually coiled - very poor practice to fit one in that way!

Replace it with hydraulic steering if you can afford the extra money it...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 November 2014, 20:09
Replies: 12
Views: 4,270
Posted By mike-m
I like my XS750 very much, although high bow can...

I like my XS750 very much, although high bow can compromise visibility when seated. Very roomy and well put together!

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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 March 2014, 09:18
Replies: 14
Views: 2,592
Posted By mike-m
Barnacle glue! Amazing stuff - allows them...

Barnacle glue!

Amazing stuff - allows them to hang on at 40 knots. Farecla will remove it ok, but will "cut" your gel coat too, so use with care. Would be interested to hear how limescale remover...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 September 2013, 21:58
Replies: 39
Views: 6,730
Posted By mike-m
Hi, I have an XS 750 with 250hp Verado on...

Hi,

I have an XS 750 with 250hp Verado on the back, purchased new from Barnet Marine. Found them good to deal with, build quality great and specced as I requested. A seriously good workboat as...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 June 2013, 21:45
Replies: 17
Views: 2,828
Posted By mike-m
Had a similar issue with my old Opti 150. The...

Had a similar issue with my old Opti 150. The tell tale supply pipe and one of the HT leads had chafed and melted together, resulting in HT voltage in the tell tale stream! Very invigorating....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 June 2013, 19:48
Replies: 16
Views: 2,715
Posted By mike-m
Actually, when the boat is flooded, you do not...

Actually, when the boat is flooded, you do not have to get on the plane immediately for the elephant's trunk to work. If you apply power, the bow lifts and much of the water exits over the transom...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 May 2013, 21:42
Replies: 19
Views: 3,614
Posted By mike-m
And don't tow alongside!! You will be slower,...

And don't tow alongside!! You will be slower, wetter, use more fuel and add to wear and tear on both boats....
Forum: Electrics and electronics 04 May 2013, 21:59
Replies: 4
Views: 1,929
Posted By mike-m
Thanks guys, All sorted and worked...

Thanks guys,

All sorted and worked beautifully first time!
Forum: Electrics and electronics 01 May 2013, 22:31
Replies: 4
Views: 1,929
Posted By mike-m
Wiring Standard Horizon GX2100 AIS to a Garmin 750S?

Hi,

Have just started replacing my chart plotter with a new Garmin 750S and need to wire it to a SH 2100. Have been told they do work together, but remember from previous experience that Garmin...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 April 2013, 17:21
Replies: 4
Views: 1,517
Posted By mike-m
Looks like a Vetus Libero hatch to me? What are...

Looks like a Vetus Libero hatch to me? What are the dimensions of the cut out required?

Is it 450mm by 320mm by any chance? Might be a LIB3255 (if radius is 55mm)?

Regards

Mike
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 February 2013, 21:07
Replies: 39
Views: 8,856
Posted By mike-m
Towing bridles are a must if towing regularly....

Towing bridles are a must if towing regularly. They spread the load across the transom, allow "self centering" of the tow rope whilst improving manouevrability and very importantly help dissipate...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 22 January 2013, 20:41
Replies: 6
Views: 3,757
Posted By mike-m
Was talking to guys in West Marine in New York...

Was talking to guys in West Marine in New York the other day and they advised against buying Lowrance as a US bought set will not work in Europe. They didn't have any easy way around it....

Would...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 August 2012, 08:51
Replies: 6
Views: 2,886
Posted By mike-m
If you were near I would take you up on that...

If you were near I would take you up on that happily, but am in N Ireland...! Good luck....
Forum: RIBs reported stolen 12 June 2012, 09:26
Replies: 0
Views: 1,945
Posted By mike-m
Yamaha 4hp auxiliary outboard stolen.

Hi All,

I live in Helen's Bay, Co. Down, near Bangor, Northern Ireland.

My garage/workshop was burgled on May 9/10 and I have just discovered that my year old yamaha 4hp aux engine was stolen...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 27 May 2012, 20:44
Replies: 1
Views: 1,362
Posted By mike-m
Garmin 750s or Raymarine E7s?

Looking at putting one of these sets on my RIB. Any opinions out there as to which is best? Or any suggestions for a decent 7 or 8 inch screen GPS chartplotter?

Thanks in advance!

Mike
Forum: Electrics and electronics 31 March 2012, 15:03
Replies: 26
Views: 3,826
Posted By mike-m
Had a similar problem on a 150 Opti - was even...

Had a similar problem on a 150 Opti - was even getting a belt off the water from the tell tale! Try checking your HT leads to spark plugs - especially where they cross over other leads or hoses or...
Forum: Bits and pieces 23 March 2012, 16:31
Replies: 24
Views: 3,924
Posted By mike-m
Tried PM-ing you, but got message saying you need...

Tried PM-ing you, but got message saying you need to clear some stored PMs as you have exceeded your capacity!

Do you quote on chartplotters eg Garmin 750 and Raymarine E7? Let me know if you...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 December 2011, 11:16
Replies: 5
Views: 1,332
Posted By mike-m
Hi Smithyy, Tornados used PU (Polyurethane)...

Hi Smithyy,

Tornados used PU (Polyurethane) tubes as opposed to PVC.

If you want absolute confirmation from the original agents, call Laurence Lock at BMC on 01707 331389

HTH

Mike
Forum: Bits and pieces 25 October 2011, 23:14
Replies: 2
Views: 966
Posted By mike-m
Wanted - Rubber paddle holders for XS

Hi,

Anyone got a set of these for sale? Or know a good place to get them?

Ta

Mike
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 September 2011, 11:00
Replies: 25
Views: 6,943
Posted By mike-m
Well, I would prefer we got treated a little...

Well, I would prefer we got treated a little differently as flight crew and were treated as part of the solution, not part of the problem. Afterall, we don't need nailclippers/toothpaste/explosives...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 September 2011, 10:27
Replies: 25
Views: 6,943
Posted By mike-m
...oh, meant to ask - have you got the Raymarine...

...oh, meant to ask - have you got the Raymarine E7 in yet? How do you rate it compared to Garmin 750? Can you PM me if you have any info?

Sorry for thread creep!!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 September 2011, 10:22
Replies: 25
Views: 6,943
Posted By mike-m
Ah, go on then.... CCC??! Do you man the...

Ah, go on then.... CCC??!

Do you man the x-ray machines?! If you provide cover for Aviation Security you probably know that individual airports have to meet DFT standards, but can then apply their...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 September 2011, 07:27
Replies: 25
Views: 6,943
Posted By mike-m
You're pretty much all correct - to some degree!...

You're pretty much all correct - to some degree! I work in the airline industry as a pilot and have to say that British security is amongst the most rulebound yet unpredictable in the world. They...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 23 July 2011, 20:24
Replies: 23
Views: 3,506
Posted By mike-m
Hi Nuts! Welcome to the forum - I am sure...

Hi Nuts!

Welcome to the forum - I am sure some of the more regular contributors will be along shortly but just a couple of thoughts...

You are definitely starting at the larger, more expensive...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 May 2011, 02:16
Replies: 8
Views: 1,427
Posted By mike-m
It's expensive, but I rate Treadmaster - not...

It's expensive, but I rate Treadmaster - not only very grippy, but really protects your floor from all those knocks and dings from anchors and the like.
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