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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 October 2023, 00:26
Replies: 3
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Posted By ncp
Thanks - they do have quite the comprehensive...

Thanks - they do have quite the comprehensive catalogue.

I have the specs from Wing now - it might just be easier to get it from them as (1) I haven't found anything exactly the same size as their...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 October 2023, 22:38
Replies: 3
Views: 455
Posted By ncp
To clarify further, it's the aluminum channel...

To clarify further, it's the aluminum channel that the tube slides onto.

If it's something standard, I'd like to source it locally, instead of having to ship it from Wing.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 October 2023, 19:09
Replies: 3
Views: 455
Posted By ncp
Wing/Henshaws - Bolt Rope Track

I was looking to see if anyone knows where to get it

This is what they listed on their proposal to me:
"E1600090 BOLT ROPE TRACK,HORIZONTAL 34757; 6061T6"

Is this a proprietary aluminum...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 13 July 2021, 17:38
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
Sounds like a great 1st trip Heading over on...

Sounds like a great 1st trip

Heading over on my hard boat from Dana Point on thursday!
Forum: RIBnet North America 18 June 2021, 03:36
Replies: 51
Views: 8,618
Posted By ncp
Keep us posted. I totally understand keeping the...

Keep us posted. I totally understand keeping the diesel. My Willard was the most seaworthy boat I've even had.
Forum: RIBnet North America 20 May 2021, 04:28
Replies: 51
Views: 8,618
Posted By ncp
I'd have to go back and look through my files to...

I'd have to go back and look through my files to confirm (been 7 years since I had my Willard) - but from I recall, I did better with a smaller diameter, larger pitch prop. I think I ended with a 3 x...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 May 2021, 18:39
Replies: 2
Views: 734
Posted By ncp
I saw that too and thought of Boyd

I saw that too and thought of Boyd
Forum: RIBnet North America 12 April 2021, 19:34
Replies: 20
Views: 2,612
Posted By ncp
Somewhere, someone said it might be a Carson...

Somewhere, someone said it might be a Carson design. the chines/lifting strakes and the deadrise are different than Willard/Northport/Hurricane.
Forum: RIBnet North America 07 April 2021, 18:10
Replies: 20
Views: 2,612
Posted By ncp
Sounds pretty simple for slightly overwidth. ...

Sounds pretty simple for slightly overwidth. (just like here)

I've been looking at Australian cats and always thought the rules were much stricter since they make all these cats that look way to...
Forum: RIBnet North America 05 April 2021, 18:23
Replies: 20
Views: 2,612
Posted By ncp
Do you deflate the tube to tow? I know...

Do you deflate the tube to tow?

I know Australia has some rather restrictive width requirements compared to the US.

8 ft. ? Here the standard is 8'6 but anything under 10'0 is a simple...
Forum: RIBnet North America 04 April 2021, 16:47
Replies: 20
Views: 2,612
Posted By ncp
I know some people disagree, but to me 44 knots...

I know some people disagree, but to me 44 knots is "fast enough"!

That bracket makes it sit perfectly in the water.
Forum: RIBnet North America 02 April 2021, 18:23
Replies: 20
Views: 2,612
Posted By ncp
Probably a bit thirsty but that thing has to fly...

Probably a bit thirsty but that thing has to fly now!
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 27 January 2021, 10:10
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
If you guys really make the trip down, gotta hit...

If you guys really make the trip down, gotta hit the northern channel islands too.
Forum: RIBnet North America 01 January 2021, 19:46
Replies: 57
Views: 14,748
Posted By ncp
So glad to see it's being used and enjoyed!!!

So glad to see it's being used and enjoyed!!!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 December 2020, 04:26
Replies: 7
Views: 822
Posted By ncp
There's nothing wrong with the US Navy copies...

There's nothing wrong with the US Navy copies either (Willard, Northport, Otec). They all run well are are built solid.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 October 2020, 23:09
Replies: 13
Views: 2,121
Posted By ncp
Twin 150 Yamahas and I've seen 52 mpg in a...

Twin 150 Yamahas and I've seen 52 mpg in a friend's 733. Faster than I'll ever need to go (or be able to).
Forum: RIBnet North America 29 September 2020, 19:46
Replies: 3
Views: 888
Posted By ncp
Wing sent a tool to mark the holes as the are...

Wing sent a tool to mark the holes as the are always a little bit different on each tube. I then ended up using a drill. The PU is strong!
Forum: RIBnet North America 04 August 2020, 22:48
Replies: 51
Views: 8,618
Posted By ncp
The Cummins 440/480 QSB 5.9 get 3400 rpms. Or,...

The Cummins 440/480 QSB 5.9 get 3400 rpms. Or, if you wanted to maximize rpm, you can get a ZF280-1 with a 0.814:1 (instead of a reduction gear, it increases the revs). clloyd looked into one of...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 July 2020, 19:53
Replies: 10
Views: 1,474
Posted By ncp
That fuel tank is brilliant!

That fuel tank is brilliant!
Forum: RIBnet North America 09 June 2020, 21:02
Replies: 51
Views: 8,618
Posted By ncp
I was so jealous of Chris' QSB!!!!! ...

I was so jealous of Chris' QSB!!!!!

Following this thread for sure
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 June 2020, 03:55
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By ncp
You have to stay with elephant trunks - the...

You have to stay with elephant trunks - the scuppers are so far underwater at rest, nothing else will work on.

(Mine leak a little too)
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 13 January 2020, 16:29
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
I always escort the paddleboard race. Last year...

I always escort the paddleboard race. Last year we launched from Huntington Harbor. (exit Beach Blvd. take it all the way to the coast - 30 mile crossing from there to Two Harbors)
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 13 January 2020, 16:18
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
Best I saw was 71 degrees this summer. I...

Best I saw was 71 degrees this summer.

I will be there the Aug 29/30 in my hard boat!
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 10 January 2020, 19:29
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
I'm out until the busy season at work is over but...

I'm out until the busy season at work is over but you should do it! There's a 90 stroke on mine.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 10 January 2020, 04:58
Replies: 32
Views: 3,885
Posted By ncp
40 minutes might be a tad aggressive! 46 miles...

40 minutes might be a tad aggressive! 46 miles from Dana to Two Harbors. What engine are you running on your Searider???? No matter what boat I'm in, it's always seems 1:45-2:00 (5.4m Avon, 730...
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