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Forum: RIBs for sale 09 June 2021, 09:03
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Posted By Wight
Solent RIBs 6.9m (2021 200AP Suzuki)

Having just spent a bucket load repowering and getting this RIB to exactly how I like it, I am now putting it up for sale! :facepalm:

I have succumb to the pressure of getting a more leisure...
Forum: Other stuff 13 May 2021, 01:12
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By Wight
https://islandcanvas.co.uk Heard good...

https://islandcanvas.co.uk

Heard good things, but like every marine trade right now, very busy.

OR

Saltern Sail Company
01983 760 120

This guy did a great repair on my winter cover and...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 March 2021, 11:33
Replies: 21
Views: 3,576
Posted By Wight
Couldn’t agree more. And even brands that...

Couldn’t agree more.

And even brands that had common issues in the past can have good versions too. Mine is a case point. You hear all sorts about Solent RIBs. I have 2005 boat and decided to get...
Forum: Bits and pieces 15 February 2021, 12:55
Replies: 2
Views: 507
Posted By Wight
This is now sold (via RIB.net) subject to final...

This is now sold (via RIB.net) subject to final payment.

Thanks
Forum: Bits and pieces 15 February 2021, 08:02
Replies: 2
Views: 507
Posted By Wight
150hp Yamaha VMAX 2 stroke - available soon

The 150hp on my rib will be available for sale soon (early March)

Engine runs great and has been consistently serviced by Yamaha approved service centres. Only selling as have ordered a 200hp 4...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2021, 11:44
Replies: 27
Views: 3,742
Posted By Wight
Agree with Pikey.... I had a 5.5m RIB for a...

Agree with Pikey....

I had a 5.5m RIB for a few months last summer with a 90hp on the back. It was fine with 2 adults 2 kids, but 6 adults it laboured a bit. I know that’s not the same as a 6m...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 February 2021, 20:29
Replies: 27
Views: 3,742
Posted By Wight
I too have a Solent 6.9. Had experience of plenty...

I too have a Solent 6.9. Had experience of plenty of other ribs in the past and been very impressed so far. Mine is a 2005 model and I have had it since about September. Decided to get a survey done...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 November 2020, 18:32
Replies: 7
Views: 1,107
Posted By Wight
The three harbours I have spoken to on the Solent...

The three harbours I have spoken to on the Solent have all said, there is no issue using you boat (in line with guidelines) but they will not be taking any over night visitors. Some will not take...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 October 2020, 06:16
Replies: 28
Views: 2,173
Posted By Wight
When i was trying to decide where to keep the new...

When i was trying to decide where to keep the new RIB ease of use was high up on the list. Trailer on drive would have been cheapest option obviously, but I could see myself falling into the "too...
Forum: Engines & props 21 October 2020, 07:48
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks Neil... I’m currently leaning to...

Thanks Neil...

I’m currently leaning to either Suzuki 200hp AP or the latest Merc 200hp. Both appear light enough.

Been told the Suzuki in Long shaft is easy to get hold of, but a long shaft...
Forum: Engines & props 20 October 2020, 21:14
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks Neil... that’s what I was leaning towards,...

Thanks Neil... that’s what I was leaning towards, but lots of mixed messages! Given the size of the investment to repower it certainly makes me nervous!!
Forum: Engines & props 20 October 2020, 20:13
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
It turns out that (like neil.mccrirrick) I have a...

It turns out that (like neil.mccrirrick) I have a 23inch transom on the RIB. Measured it tonight. So sounds like I am bang in the middle of L and XL. Have spoken to numerous marine engineers now, and...
Forum: Engines & props 20 October 2020, 07:49
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks Butty... I will him call today.

Thanks Butty... I will him call today.
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 19 October 2020, 12:32
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By Wight
Thanks... I am very pleased with it so far!!

Thanks... I am very pleased with it so far!!
Forum: Engines & props 19 October 2020, 11:37
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks HDAV.. spoke to them earlier. waiting for...

Thanks HDAV.. spoke to them earlier. waiting for a call back once Lee is back in office.
Forum: Engines & props 19 October 2020, 10:07
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks Searider.. I did drop an e-mail to...

Thanks Searider.. I did drop an e-mail to Fairweather marine to ask some questions, but never heard back. I'll see if there is a number and give them a call.
Forum: Engines & props 19 October 2020, 10:05
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Thanks Neil....I bet that flys!! So from...

Thanks Neil....I bet that flys!!

So from what I can tell that is about 225kg. Which is similar weight to the new 4cyl 200hp four strokes from Suzuki and Yamaha I think. Thats good news!

Also,...
Forum: Engines & props 19 October 2020, 08:16
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By Wight
Repowering a Solent 6.9

Hello all..

New to forum, just posted in the "hello" section.

I am looking to get some advice from the extensive experience in the community.

My current boat has a 150hp Yam VMAX 2stroke....
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 19 October 2020, 08:05
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By Wight
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Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 19 October 2020, 08:01
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By Wight
New to forum - less new to RIBs - Hello!

Hi All,

I have been dipping in and out of this forum for years now! Purely out of a long history of interest and involvement in RIBs. Most of my experience until recently have been with other...
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