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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 January 2015, 16:17
Replies: 16
Views: 5,233
Posted By DJL
Yep it's me - still got the photos from 2003...

Yep it's me - still got the photos from 2003 RIBnet Solent Cruise!! The days of fixing battery connections at the Sloop Inn and trips back from Beaulieu in the dark after my engine died.

Would...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 January 2015, 12:31
Replies: 114
Views: 26,193
Posted By DJL
There isn't much change in the level of high tide...

There isn't much change in the level of high tide this week!

https://www.ukho.gov.uk/easytide/easytide/GraphImage/GraphImage.aspx?Display=ORGY9%2fxEyV0YkXT1dtkv%2fLFpYDKrsEJk
Forum: Engines & props 04 January 2015, 12:28
Replies: 5
Views: 1,878
Posted By DJL
Thanks guys, much appreciated! Mark at MB...

Thanks guys, much appreciated!

Mark at MB Marine is servicing it next week :)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 January 2015, 20:09
Replies: 16
Views: 5,233
Posted By DJL
Thanks for all the info! Ended up going for...

Thanks for all the info!

Ended up going for the new 6.4 (6.5m) hull and Suzuki DF175TG and took delivery a few weeks ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIwVF0DZ1MA
Forum: Engines & props 01 January 2015, 16:07
Replies: 324
Views: 494,709
Posted By DJL
Does anyone have a Suzuki 3 x 14.75 x 23"...

Does anyone have a Suzuki 3 x 14.75 x 23" stainless prop for sale, or that I could borrow for an afternoon for some beer tokens?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 January 2015, 16:03
Replies: 10
Views: 3,302
Posted By DJL
Those brackets are very flimsy, ok for Yachts...

Those brackets are very flimsy, ok for Yachts etc, but my experience is they do break on powerboats and especial ribs

When I had an aux I just mounted it directly on the transom
Forum: Engines & props 01 January 2015, 15:56
Replies: 5
Views: 1,878
Posted By DJL
Suzuki Servicing - Southampton/Portsmouth Area

Does anyone have any experience with Hamble Boat and Rib Centre Ltd, MB Marine Sales Ltd or Ron Hale Marine?

My DF175 needs a 20 hour service and Fairweather, my preferred choice, can't do it...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 December 2014, 12:44
Replies: 8
Views: 1,595
Posted By DJL
Thanks for all your replies, glad to know I'm not...

Thanks for all your replies, glad to know I'm not the only one who's had issues! The site is a bit antiquated!

Knowing that you guys could login using existing accounts I tried logging in using...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 December 2014, 10:01
Replies: 8
Views: 1,595
Posted By DJL
CG66 - Anyone registered recently?

Has anyone managed to register a new boat on CG66 recently?

I've been trying for the last few months and never receive the initial registration email with my initial password - I've tried several...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 September 2014, 21:02
Replies: 14
Views: 3,820
Posted By DJL
Yeah, the new 4 cylinder Suzuki DF200 is 226kg to...

Yeah, the new 4 cylinder Suzuki DF200 is 226kg to 233kg ish depending on the model. Looks like a great engine, should be good competition for the Yam 200
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 September 2014, 20:56
Replies: 16
Views: 5,233
Posted By DJL
Ribcraft 6.8

Does anyone on RIBnet own or use a Ribcraft 6.8 regularly? I'm looking for general opinions and rough engine/performance info.

I've currently got a 6.4/Suzuki DF175 on order, but I had quick ride...
Forum: Other stuff 20 September 2014, 10:52
Replies: 21
Views: 2,959
Posted By DJL
I'd vote no. Do we really want anything to be...

I'd vote no. Do we really want anything to be compulsory?! Plus in my experience they are next to useless. I'd much rather have a decent anchor setup and sea anchor.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 September 2014, 22:00
Replies: 19
Views: 3,339
Posted By DJL
Hythe Marina slip has a nice big wooden post you...

Hythe Marina slip has a nice big wooden post you can tie up to right next to it. I used to solo launch there all the time and wade/swim back in my drysuit. If you're nice to the marina staff they...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 July 2014, 21:16
Replies: 43
Views: 10,667
Posted By DJL
Ribcraft build quality is far superior to Rib-X...

Ribcraft build quality is far superior to Rib-X and I have lots of experience with both makes. I personally wouldn't even consider a Rib-X
Forum: Bits and pieces 26 May 2014, 16:47
Replies: 1
Views: 1,052
Posted By DJL
Prop is still available - any offers welcome

Prop is still available - any offers welcome
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 April 2014, 19:37
Replies: 2
Views: 1,615
Posted By DJL
Welcome to RIBnet! I wouldn't leave it out...

Welcome to RIBnet!

I wouldn't leave it out in the sun if you can help it. Hypalon is supposedly UV resistant but it definitely lasts longer and looks better if kept out the sun. Keep it in a...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 April 2014, 19:04
Replies: 18
Views: 2,665
Posted By DJL
My offshore kit ran out at the end of last year...

My offshore kit ran out at the end of last year and I've decided I'm not bothering with Parachute/Rockets again.

Why?

I've got a PLB, DSC VHF, Handheld, AIS, mobile etc etc
Para's are a...
Forum: Engines & props 17 April 2014, 18:23
Replies: 7
Views: 1,685
Posted By DJL
There are two F150's of similar ages/hours for...

There are two F150's of similar ages/hours for sale on Boats and Outboards and eBay for £6,000-£6,750

Boats and Outboards for sale and wanted - UK based...
Forum: Engines & props 12 April 2014, 16:35
Replies: 324
Views: 494,709
Posted By DJL
Solas Stainless Steel NS3 17"

I purchased this at the end of January and it's only been used 4 times and is in as new condition. Unfortunately it's wasn't quite the right pitch for my boat so it's up for sale

The prop comes...
Forum: Bits and pieces 23 March 2014, 22:09
Replies: 1
Views: 1,052
Posted By DJL
Propeller: Solas 3 Blade Stainless Steel New Saturn NS3 E 14 1/4 x 17 RH

The propeller was purchased at the end of January. It's been used 4 times and is in as new condition. This is a great prop; excellent acceleration and very good grip especially in rough seas.
...
Forum: Engines & props 19 February 2014, 22:48
Replies: 5
Views: 10,875
Posted By DJL
Yamaha F150 -> F250 Exhaust Corrosion Problems (Early 2000 models)

I've got a 2006 Yamaha F150 with 1070 hours

I took it in for a service a couple of weeks ago and it turns out there is major corrosion in dry exhaust areas of the powerhead and mid section/exhaust...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 July 2013, 10:30
Replies: 2
Views: 1,792
Posted By DJL
Wakeboards - good shop near Hamble?

Hi all,

Can anyone recommend a good place to buy wakeboards in the Hamble area? (anywhere from Soton to Portsmouth ish)

Edit: or anywhere near Thames Ditton/Hampton Court if there are any?
...
Forum: Other stuff 26 October 2012, 21:35
Replies: 13
Views: 2,007
Posted By DJL
Our local Environmental Health Department have...

Our local Environmental Health Department have taken the bottle away for testing - they seem amazingly efficient.

It'll be interesting to see what's in it! :hide:
Forum: Other stuff 24 October 2012, 22:34
Replies: 13
Views: 2,007
Posted By DJL
ah, good spot! Looks like us consumers have to...

ah, good spot! Looks like us consumers have to report to the local EHO
Forum: Other stuff 24 October 2012, 22:26
Replies: 13
Views: 2,007
Posted By DJL
Thanks all, i'll have a ring round tomorrow and...

Thanks all, i'll have a ring round tomorrow and see if anyone's interested.

You really do have to be wary of anything that comes from China!
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