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Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 January 2018, 16:47
Replies: 111
Views: 18,627
Posted By Oscarguitar
I love that run up the harbour with no speed...

I love that run up the harbour with no speed limit. Now if I had know you were in Wareham I would have dropped in for a pint! I decided if I couldn’t go boating, I’d take the motorbike out and went...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 January 2018, 10:48
Replies: 111
Views: 18,627
Posted By Oscarguitar
I was down on Sandbanks beach an hour ago, and I...

I was down on Sandbanks beach an hour ago, and I felt my decision not to go was totally vindicated. Very lumpy and not much coastal shelter. I wouldn’t be keen to do that trip across the bay in the...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 January 2018, 07:34
Replies: 111
Views: 18,627
Posted By Oscarguitar
9th Annual Nacho Run: 7 January 2018

Hi, apologies but one again this looks a bit too lively and cold for comfort. Hope those that go have a good run. And thanks again for organising David.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 22 December 2016, 21:10
Replies: 100
Views: 15,845
Posted By Oscarguitar
Hi, yes please. Put me down for 2 places. Fingers...

Hi, yes please. Put me down for 2 places. Fingers crossed for the weather.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 May 2016, 13:26
Replies: 20
Views: 5,945
Posted By Oscarguitar
Do I really need a MARINE battery?

Or try an AGM battery. Pricey but you can install and then forget.
Car battery might save you £50 but what's that in boating terms. One tank of fuel? A couple of fenders? One pack of Holt...
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 April 2016, 13:29
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By Oscarguitar
Trailer sold. Fingers still tingling from the...

Trailer sold. Fingers still tingling from the negotiation. Not a man to cross in business!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 April 2016, 09:14
Replies: 22
Views: 8,533
Posted By Oscarguitar
Transom cutting question

It could be just the angle of the photo but that prop and ventilation plate looks completely buried. How far is the ventilation plate below the bottom of the hull?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 April 2016, 09:10
Replies: 2
Views: 880
Posted By Oscarguitar
It depends, to an extent, on the type of rib. ...

It depends, to an extent, on the type of rib.
In a commercial outfit or dive rib where stability is paramount, defiantly in the water.
On a fast sport rib, probably just touching or even out. If...
Forum: Trailers & towing 16 April 2016, 07:42
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By Oscarguitar
You'd have a lot of trouble getting a tug near...

You'd have a lot of trouble getting a tug near there it's about 10 miles inland! PM sent.
Forum: Trailers & towing 15 April 2016, 13:25
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By Oscarguitar
Dan, I tried to pm you just now but your...

Dan,

I tried to pm you just now but your mailbox is full. If you can clear some space I'll try again
Forum: Trailers & towing 15 April 2016, 12:43
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By Oscarguitar
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Forum: Trailers & towing 12 April 2016, 12:09
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By Oscarguitar
Snipe twin axle roller trailer

Hi,

My Rib (8.6 metre Cobra, dry weight 1.8 tonnes) came with a trailer that I don't use. The place where I store it are not carrying on so I need to either move it or sell it. It has rarely seen...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 January 2016, 17:50
Replies: 73
Views: 11,645
Posted By Oscarguitar
David, count me in (weather permitting) me and my...

David, count me in (weather permitting) me and my better half.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 December 2015, 21:47
Replies: 30
Views: 12,465
Posted By Oscarguitar
I think that is true about most "toys", just...

I think that is true about most "toys", just because you can afford one doesn't mean you know how to use it. I've been around boats , power and sail for over 45 years, motorcycling for over 35 and...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2015, 20:38
Replies: 59
Views: 10,487
Posted By Oscarguitar
It's a yes from me and the misus, weather...

It's a yes from me and the misus, weather permitting of course!
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 31 October 2015, 22:09
Replies: 23
Views: 3,888
Posted By Oscarguitar
Great trip and so nice to meet some new faces....

Great trip and so nice to meet some new faces. Thanks all.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 29 October 2015, 21:53
Replies: 23
Views: 3,888
Posted By Oscarguitar
Hi, might be up for that coming from Poole. Will...

Hi, might be up for that coming from Poole. Will check, weather, tides, boss etc.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 July 2015, 08:42
Replies: 24
Views: 3,601
Posted By Oscarguitar
107419Went yesterday but stayed ashore (long...

107419Went yesterday but stayed ashore (long story). Good atmosphere once the racing began.

Organisation was a bit poor, huge queues to get in, security lost control of the crowd in the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 July 2015, 19:12
Replies: 24
Views: 3,601
Posted By Oscarguitar
Not looking quite so good now! May have to try...

Not looking quite so good now! May have to try another route.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 July 2015, 08:35
Replies: 24
Views: 3,601
Posted By Oscarguitar
Americas Cup - Portsmouth

Is anyone going out to watch the racing?
I'm planning to head up to Cowes tomorrow, (have a B&B booked for 2 nights and a berth at Shepherds) and will head out to see what I can see from the...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 14 June 2015, 07:02
Replies: 180
Views: 30,385
Posted By Oscarguitar
Well done for making the trip. I was on the...

Well done for making the trip. I was on the Condor fast ferry from Poole to Guernsey at the same time and it looked quite interesting in places.
Forum: Engines & props 13 June 2015, 06:36
Replies: 12
Views: 2,172
Posted By Oscarguitar
It the 4 cal is anything like the 6 cya there is...

It the 4 cal is anything like the 6 cya there is a second separate filter under the cowling. Should have a red top. The system is pressurised so you will need to let the pressure out, (look for the...
Forum: Engines & props 19 December 2014, 11:00
Replies: 6
Views: 2,911
Posted By Oscarguitar
Also worth checking if/when the pencil coils were...

Also worth checking if/when the pencil coils were changed. The early ones can and do fail causing misfires.
Forum: Engines & props 19 December 2014, 10:58
Replies: 6
Views: 2,911
Posted By Oscarguitar
There are a few things you need to check. Make...

There are a few things you need to check.
Make sure all the ECU upgrades have been done. This will help avoid false alarms
There is a brass fitting in the mid section, down stream from the...
Forum: Engines & props 19 December 2014, 10:25
Replies: 6
Views: 2,911
Posted By Oscarguitar
I have one (275 2005) and it has been great but...

I have one (275 2005) and it has been great but it is a Gen 1 and there have been various upgrades that you must check have been done.

The only place to look is the Verado Owners Club forum
...
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