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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 September 2004, 20:14
Replies: 36
Views: 5,073
Posted By Andy Beach
'Top Tip' when diving from an anchored boat

Make sure your anchor is NOT permanently fixed to your boat. Instead put a large float on the end of the anchor line (I use an empty 5 litre plastic bottle).

If the divers cannot return to the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 September 2004, 18:50
Replies: 56
Views: 7,921
Posted By Andy Beach
Get's my vote - go for it. Andy Beach

Get's my vote - go for it.


Andy Beach
Forum: Other stuff 10 September 2004, 18:48
Replies: 53
Views: 7,224
Posted By Andy Beach
Maybe I'm being oversensitive .....

but as I work in the automotive industry can I just say: -

- The Porsche Cayenne is selling very well (especially in the USA – enough said!)

- Aston Martin can sell all the cars they can make...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 September 2004, 20:05
Replies: 10
Views: 3,386
Posted By Andy Beach
For the record, I did not look to see if the...

For the record, I did not look to see if the battery box was sealed so it may well comply with regulations.

Andy Beach
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 September 2004, 20:01
Replies: 10
Views: 3,386
Posted By Andy Beach
Thanks for the responses

Many thanks all - I'll keep looking.

Andy Beach
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 September 2004, 16:28
Replies: 10
Views: 3,386
Posted By Andy Beach
Flexing Floor! (and other stuff)

A bit of advice please from the wise and knowledgeable of the RIBnet Forum.

I had a look at a Northcraft 6.2m RIB today. While on sea trial I felt the floor ‘flexing’ beneath my foot. I could...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 September 2004, 08:24
Replies: 101
Views: 20,989
Posted By Andy Beach
Alternative Perspective

Firstly let me say I agree with everything Alan says. However, an interesting alternative view is one I came across while living in the USA.

Concerned about the risk of being sued for anything...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 August 2004, 22:14
Replies: 24
Views: 4,039
Posted By Andy Beach
Steve, I've sent you a PM (Private Message)...

Steve,

I've sent you a PM (Private Message) with a few details on a RIB if you're interested. Happy hunting.

Andy Beach
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 20 August 2004, 22:11
Replies: 101
Views: 20,989
Posted By Andy Beach
Won't be able to do the 4th (Wedding Anniversary...

Won't be able to do the 4th (Wedding Anniversary - I can get away with many things but this ....!!) but if you go for the 19th count me in.

Andy Beach
Forum: Other stuff 11 August 2004, 08:43
Replies: 37
Views: 5,745
Posted By Andy Beach
codprawn, I am looking at Plasma screens at the...

codprawn, I am looking at Plasma screens at the moment. You appear to speak with authority - what is your source for this information? Have you been involved in development of this technology, or...
Forum: RIB gallery 10 August 2004, 07:28
Replies: 14
Views: 4,681
Posted By Andy Beach
No Mention of Bumblebee by the MCA!!! Ungrateful lot ...

PORTLAND COASTGUARD COORDINATE RESCUE FROM MOTOR CRUISER ON THE ROCKS

At 10.54am this morning Portland Coastguard were contacted on VHF Channel 16 by the 36’ motor cruiser JANE reporting they had...
Forum: Engines & props 09 August 2004, 08:05
Replies: 44
Views: 7,182
Posted By Andy Beach
The current generation of IC engines are only...

The current generation of IC engines are only about 25% efficient - that is to say they only convert about 1/4 of the stored energy in the fuel into useable power - the rest is lost mainly as heat. ...
Forum: Engines & props 09 August 2004, 07:54
Replies: 44
Views: 7,182
Posted By Andy Beach
Forgive my ignorance but don't wind farms need to...

Forgive my ignorance but don't wind farms need to be located in exposed areas - so they get some wind?!!

Andy Beach
(Birmingham-based Scottish Power Consumer!)
Forum: Trailers & towing 09 August 2004, 06:43
Replies: 26
Views: 7,888
Posted By Andy Beach
Chris, It may make you feel even better to...

Chris,

It may make you feel even better to know that the Touareg is really a Porsche with a VW badge on it !! Under the skin the Touareg is the same platform as the Porsche Cayenne - it was...
Forum: Trailers & towing 08 August 2004, 10:29
Replies: 45
Views: 27,654
Posted By Andy Beach
Bearing Savers

Are 'Bearing Savers' the same as 'Bearing Buddies' I've heard mentioned (spring loaded bearing caps that gently force grease into the hub)?? Can anyone give me details of where I can get them??
...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 August 2004, 10:03
Replies: 270
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Views: 41,110
Posted By Andy Beach
Will not see you tomorrow ....

I've had another offer for tomorrow which, considering the rather dismal weather forecast for the IoW (and the reluctant crew!), I've accepted so I will not be meeting up with you all as hoped - I'm...
Forum: Trailers & towing 07 August 2004, 06:59
Replies: 26
Views: 7,888
Posted By Andy Beach
Towing Weights

Chris,

The law changed a few years ago so that you must be legally able to tow the maximum capacity of the trailer irrespective of its actual weight. So, even if you are towing an empty trailer,...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 04 August 2004, 17:01
Replies: 270
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Views: 41,110
Posted By Andy Beach
Nick, I think you've made it quite clear...

Nick,

I think you've made it quite clear from the start that this is a small boat trip so no-one should have any cause for complaint if the going is slow. Besides, if it is very bumpy as forecast...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 03 August 2004, 21:01
Replies: 270
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Views: 41,110
Posted By Andy Beach
It's Gonna Be Bumpy!

If you believe the long range forecasts for Sunday: -

Yarmouth, United Kingdom, Last Updated Tuesday, 03 August 2004, at 18:57 British Summer Time (Tuesday, 17:57 GMT)
High: 25°C
Partly Cloudy...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 03 August 2004, 06:28
Replies: 270
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Views: 41,110
Posted By Andy Beach
Nick, I am planning to stop at Yarmouth to...

Nick,

I am planning to stop at Yarmouth to refuel - this means I won't have to mess around carrying any extra fuel. I refuel there regularly and yes - it's £1 per litre!!

If I'm the only one...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 23 July 2004, 16:45
Replies: 26
Views: 4,201
Posted By Andy Beach
Solent Tomorrow (24 July)

Hi all,

If you're out in the Solent tomorrow and see a white/grey Avon RIB (four on board hopefully!) give us a wave - we'll be launching out of Calshot about 10:30, heading over to Portsmouth...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 July 2004, 18:12
Replies: 8
Views: 1,874
Posted By Andy Beach
Just happened to pick up the latest copy of T3...

Just happened to pick up the latest copy of T3 (Gadget Magazine) when I passed through an airport last week - it contains a waterproof digital camera group test, briefly as follows;

RICOH Caplio...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 July 2004, 16:45
Replies: 18
Views: 2,880
Posted By Andy Beach
Just for information I'm insured through Heath...

Just for information I'm insured through Heath Lambert Insurance Services (Tel: 0151 227 4321) - Not the cheapest around but I felt they offered the best cover AND they will insure a boat moored in...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 09 July 2004, 16:31
Replies: 270
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Views: 41,110
Posted By Andy Beach
With 'only' 10 gallons on board I plan for 60...

With 'only' 10 gallons on board I plan for 60 miles @ 25mph as a max range with safety margin, so I would plan to top off at Yarmouth before heading to the south side. I could always book a space...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 08 July 2004, 16:41
Replies: 15
Views: 3,287
Posted By Andy Beach
Nick, Tiffanys is a licensed cafe in Cowes - we...

Nick, Tiffanys is a licensed cafe in Cowes - we stop at the Town Quay to get there so it's not free. I don't know of anywhere that is free to land except for the Beach Cafe to the west of Cowes.
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