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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 August 2014, 10:51
Replies: 36
Views: 10,221
Posted By lockieboi
Wheels look good. Are they pneumatic? Any info on...

Wheels look good. Are they pneumatic? Any info on where you got them from?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 12 August 2014, 19:20
Replies: 11
Views: 2,024
Posted By lockieboi
Herne Bay in the Thames estuary is a good spot,...

Herne Bay in the Thames estuary is a good spot, and not too far from Dover.
Get some training and experience in good conditions and don't take any risks.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 August 2014, 11:31
Replies: 10
Views: 2,101
Posted By lockieboi
After I use mine, I dry it with a towel at the...

After I use mine, I dry it with a towel at the slipway, put it away and then when I get home if I won't be using it for a while I'll inflate it and wash it down then pack it away again.

Pain in...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 July 2014, 20:25
Replies: 4
Views: 953
Posted By lockieboi
These are the kiddies. Thanks for the link,...

These are the kiddies.

Thanks for the link, 20 quid is pretty reasonable too! If they're the right size I shall order a pair.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 July 2014, 22:20
Replies: 4
Views: 953
Posted By lockieboi
Launch wheels

After a cracking couple of days in the Solent this weekend, one of my launch wheels needs replacing as the hub of one has somehow broken.

I was thinking of replacing them anyway as they are...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 July 2014, 21:23
Replies: 7
Views: 1,577
Posted By lockieboi
I'd agree it's probably the valve. I have a...

I'd agree it's probably the valve. I have a Prowave SIB which is identical to yours and I'd imagine made in the same factory. I had one of my valves work loose not long after purchase. The tool was...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 July 2014, 22:03
Replies: 42
Views: 38,635
Posted By lockieboi
96548 3.8 meter Ali floor SIB on the roof. ...

96548 3.8 meter Ali floor SIB on the roof.

Takes two to get it on and off though!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 July 2014, 08:38
Replies: 21
Views: 3,172
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks for all the responses. I quite fancy...

Thanks for all the responses.

I quite fancy a project so I think I'm going to do this.

I've sourced a 7 amp hour Yuasa battery which should be sufficient.

I still have a few questions for...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 July 2014, 22:03
Replies: 21
Views: 3,172
Posted By lockieboi
That does look like an easier solution, thank...

That does look like an easier solution, thank Willk.

Im still intrigued as to how you connect a battery to an outboard, then a load to the battery just for future reference.

I keep putting...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 July 2014, 21:48
Replies: 21
Views: 3,172
Posted By lockieboi
Ok so, rectifier connects to output, battery...

Ok so, rectifier connects to output, battery connects to rectifier, load connects straight to the battery as well as the supply from the OB?

Thanks for your help.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 July 2014, 21:37
Replies: 21
Views: 3,172
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks for that, I've downloaded the Navionics...

Thanks for that, I've downloaded the Navionics app and it looks good.
With regard to charging, is it as simple as connecting a rectifier to the output to give me DC, then connecting the 12v charger...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 06 July 2014, 21:15
Replies: 21
Views: 3,172
Posted By lockieboi
Using iPhone as a plotter

I'm toying with the idea of using my phone as a plotter on the SIB and wondered if anyone else does this as I've seen apps out there for this.

My other thought was about keeping the phone charged...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 05 July 2014, 19:45
Replies: 10
Views: 2,544
Posted By lockieboi
I'm interested in doing something like this on my...

I'm interested in doing something like this on my SIB but I have no idea how to attach it to the outboard.
My OB does have a power output but it's AC. Would I need a rectifier? Would I need a...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 05 July 2014, 15:15
Replies: 0
Views: 797
Posted By lockieboi
Yam Outboard power output

Hi, I am looking to use the electric output from my yam 25n to power some devices on my SIB.

My understanding is that I need a battery to be charged by the output and then the devices are powered...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 28 June 2014, 18:13
Replies: 753
Views: 100,795
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks everyone. I think I've got something...

Thanks everyone. I think I've got something sorted now.

Safe journey for everyone tomorrow.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 28 June 2014, 07:22
Replies: 753
Views: 100,795
Posted By lockieboi
Good luck to everyone going tomorrow. I'll...

Good luck to everyone going tomorrow.

I'll be there camping with team scooby although I'd love to get involved, Has anyone got any spare seats going?

For a donation of course.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 June 2014, 14:53
Replies: 18
Views: 3,290
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks for the replies. I'll have to do some...

Thanks for the replies. I'll have to do some shopping! :thumbs:
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 June 2014, 22:30
Replies: 18
Views: 3,290
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks, very reasonable too.

Thanks, very reasonable too.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2014, 22:29
Replies: 31
Views: 4,269
Posted By lockieboi
Fantastic footage. Nice RIB too! :thumbs:

Fantastic footage. Nice RIB too! :thumbs:
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 June 2014, 22:22
Replies: 18
Views: 3,290
Posted By lockieboi
Windproof Jacket

What does everyone wear when SIBING?

I was fishing on the solent in the week and the wind was strong and it was freezing even though the sun was shining.

Looking for a cheapish windproof...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 June 2014, 17:54
Replies: 17
Views: 2,458
Posted By lockieboi
I had a feeling someone was going to comment on...

I had a feeling someone was going to comment on where it was mounted.
I fitted it there to clear the launch wheels and afterwards I looked back on here and saw a couple of you had mounted yours...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 01 June 2014, 15:10
Replies: 17
Views: 2,458
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks for the replies. I drilled it in the...

Thanks for the replies.

I drilled it in the end and was very generous with the sikaflex! :thumbs:95165
Forum: RIB gallery 31 May 2014, 19:26
Replies: 74
Views: 9,970
Posted By lockieboi
Looks fantastic. I'd like to camp on a...

Looks fantastic.

I'd like to camp on a secluded beach one day that's only accessible by boat.

Not many of them in kent though!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 30 May 2014, 11:12
Replies: 81
Views: 18,802
Posted By lockieboi
Like this;951239512495125

Like this;951239512495125
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 May 2014, 08:50
Replies: 17
Views: 2,458
Posted By lockieboi
Thanks for the pictures guys. That looks like...

Thanks for the pictures guys.
That looks like the simplest option, I think I'll go with that.
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