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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 May 2022, 17:41
Replies: 14
Views: 1,520
Posted By vitalspark
Pretty sure they are the same company as...

Pretty sure they are the same company as 'Ribretube'. Good to know that as I suspect I'll be paying them a visit sometime :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 May 2022, 08:51
Replies: 14
Views: 1,520
Posted By vitalspark
I don't have any personal experience of these...

I don't have any personal experience of these companies but try

https://ribretube.co.uk
- near Edinburgh

Or possibly

https://specialisedmarinesupport.com/boat-building/
- I think...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 May 2022, 11:59
Replies: 4
Views: 934
Posted By vitalspark
I'm limited to 7 days too since my subscription...

I'm limited to 7 days too since my subscription was renewed.

You could have a look at the Google Play app "Tide Charts Near Me", by 7th Gear, although depending where you are the ports covered may...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 April 2022, 16:37
Replies: 13
Views: 1,808
Posted By vitalspark
Looking at the small print Craftinsure and...

Looking at the small print Craftinsure and Towergate were both quoting for the same insurance with Zurich yet were £203/311 respectively.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 31 March 2022, 14:52
Replies: 13
Views: 1,808
Posted By vitalspark
I've gone for craftinsure this year at around two...

I've gone for craftinsure this year at around two thirds of the price of Towergate's renewal premium (up 50% from last year).
Forum: Electrics and electronics 04 February 2022, 09:43
Replies: 7
Views: 636
Posted By vitalspark
For the gold plugs and 9m RG213 coax, I used: ...

For the gold plugs and 9m RG213 coax, I used:

https://moonrakeronline.com

Definitely no complaints with the quality of products or service
Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 February 2022, 16:32
Replies: 7
Views: 636
Posted By vitalspark
I've enough spare at each end to replace the...

I've enough spare at each end to replace the plugs 2 or 3 times so I'll bear that in mind. Gold plugs and taped up too. The RG213 coax is pretty awkward to solder in the confines of the console but...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 February 2022, 13:39
Replies: 7
Views: 636
Posted By vitalspark
Old antenna installation? Might be time to replace!

I had my doubts about my boat's existing VHF antenna set up with its original 10 year old RG58 coax cable and a 300mm or so short whip antenna.

I checked the output power at the antenna which...
Forum: RIBs wanted 22 January 2022, 17:15
Replies: 9
Views: 1,187
Posted By vitalspark
Reckon that's a con going by these comments ...

Reckon that's a con going by these comments

https://forums.ybw.com/index.php?threads/alsavi-maritime-ltd.577623/

Yup, just checked. It is hosted by: Ihor Hosting LLC

WHOIS information:...
Forum: Trailers & towing 18 January 2022, 10:58
Replies: 45
Views: 4,771
Posted By vitalspark
Would a towbar mounted, remote controlled winch,...

Would a towbar mounted, remote controlled winch, used in conjunction with a couple of ground anchors work? You'd also need a simple fabricated bracket attached to a spare towball, with a rope guide...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 January 2022, 14:53
Replies: 16
Views: 1,588
Posted By vitalspark
I have these. Definitely worth the extra premium.

I have these. Definitely worth the extra premium.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 November 2021, 15:55
Replies: 636
Views: 227,470
Posted By vitalspark
need to learn how to program an Arduino board...

need to learn how to program an Arduino board now!

If you pm me Seamus I'll put you onto someone local that should be able to help
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 November 2021, 08:24
Replies: 636
Views: 227,470
Posted By vitalspark
You had nice conditions in the harbour for it. ...

You had nice conditions in the harbour for it. Good to see you 'back on the horse' after Coniston.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 October 2021, 14:08
Replies: 636
Views: 227,470
Posted By vitalspark
How about trying the ex-lax diet? Sh*t yourself...

How about trying the ex-lax diet? Sh*t yourself to Victory!! That's got to be worth a kilo or two.
Joking aside, the best of luck next week at Coniston and hope Macleod Special runs well for you.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 October 2021, 08:56
Replies: 636
Views: 227,470
Posted By vitalspark
I'll just tell her I've arranged an early Xmas...

I'll just tell her I've arranged an early Xmas present :D.

I did actually jokingly discuss it with your dad when we were over for a meal but I think it went over her head.

If you face her...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 October 2021, 13:24
Replies: 636
Views: 227,470
Posted By vitalspark
What is Seatrek going to use now, during the...

What is Seatrek going to use now, during the powerboat courses, for practising 'coming alongside'?

Good luck for Coniston and keep safe. You're welcome to borrow my Janet if you still need a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 September 2021, 18:56
Replies: 15
Views: 794
Posted By vitalspark
Sound of Harris is well buoyed though a gps would...

Sound of Harris is well buoyed though a gps would be of great benefit, as would doing your day skipper theory course. Decent camping beach to the east of the Isle of Scarp, on the Harris mainland,...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 September 2021, 12:27
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By vitalspark
No issues with the rope at all. It's a dynema...

No issues with the rope at all. It's a dynema type weave and not abrasive in any way. When loaded the rope comes clear of the tube anyway as the ladder top pivots away slightly, assuming your...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 September 2021, 12:16
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By vitalspark
Too late, gone and done it but may be useful for...

Too late, gone and done it but may be useful for others

https://www.rib.net/forum/members/25983-albums1173-picture8576.jpg

https://www.rib.net/forum/members/25983-albums1173-picture8575.jpg
...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 September 2021, 10:33
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By vitalspark
Hi j2021 I'll have to set it up and get back to...

Hi j2021
I'll have to set it up and get back to you later today.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 September 2021, 18:56
Replies: 11
Views: 966
Posted By vitalspark
Hi J2021 I've installed one of these (three...

Hi J2021
I've installed one of these (three step version), as rope ladders will disappear under the tube towards the hull when you load them. The s-shape of these Osculati ladders compensate for...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 September 2021, 08:03
Replies: 11
Views: 957
Posted By vitalspark
[QUOTE=GuyC;842439]I've used one of these quite...

[QUOTE=GuyC;842439]I've used one of these quite successfully

https://www.screwfix.com/p/nylon-cable-flex-draw-tape-30m-98ft/75807

/QUOTE]

With a recent cable I installed the nylon draw tape...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 September 2021, 17:04
Replies: 11
Views: 957
Posted By vitalspark
Hi j2021 Assuming you have trunking use the...

Hi j2021
Assuming you have trunking use the following cable access kit to run the full length of the trunking (using flexy attachment), or in stages if hatches are available.
...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 17 August 2021, 15:34
Replies: 17
Views: 1,029
Posted By vitalspark
No, that's white wine bottles (guilty as charged)!

No, that's white wine bottles (guilty as charged)!
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 17 August 2021, 11:00
Replies: 17
Views: 1,029
Posted By vitalspark
Does the same guy keep his old Paraquat in...

Does the same guy keep his old Paraquat in lemonade bottles? :D ATB
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