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Old 26 August 2008, 11:12   #1
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Outboard servicing/repairs around Teignmouth

Hello all,

Having just purchased a RIB which we are launching from Teignmouth. I would like to know if anyone can reccomend a local firm who can service/repair outboards (or tell me who to avoid!).

Many thanks for any help

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Old 26 August 2008, 19:57   #2
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I've found tonto marine at galmpton (near brixham) to be good from my experience
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Old 05 September 2008, 12:56   #3
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I use Tonto Marinne at Galmpton too - they do fine for me
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Old 05 September 2008, 18:19   #4
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Yeah, but his mate is a bit of a cowboy.
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Old 09 September 2008, 21:11   #5
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Yeah, but his mate is a bit of a cowboy.
never had a problem with him or his work. who is his mate you refer to?
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never had a problem with him or his work. who is his mate you refer to?
Can't recall his name, but his horse was called 'Silver'.
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Can't recall his name, but his horse was called 'Silver'.
ah, the penny finally drops
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Hi Ho.
i had to get my dad to explain it....
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