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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 July 2022, 17:57
Replies: 1
Views: 635
Posted By jwalker
I've no idea what the mix proportions are but you...

I've no idea what the mix proportions are but you can be pretty sure the supplied quantities of each component will match so measure them both and work out the ratio. Store the info for future.
Forum: Other stuff 22 July 2022, 20:09
Replies: 10
Views: 988
Posted By jwalker
Oh no! Sad news indeed. Brian and I had...

Oh no! Sad news indeed. Brian and I had conversations from way back when but we never actually met, nevertheless I'll miss him.
Best wishes to you Christine and thanks for letting us know.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 July 2022, 17:40
Replies: 5
Views: 2,273
Posted By jwalker
There's a number of post on Ribnet regarding the...

There's a number of post on Ribnet regarding the glueing process. Do a search. However, the principle with glue types is not to use general purpose or hypalon adhesive to glue pvc. Pvc boat fabric...
Forum: Engines & props 05 July 2022, 16:57
Replies: 21
Views: 3,753
Posted By jwalker
It looks strange stuff and water soluble. From...

It looks strange stuff and water soluble. From the data sheet is has very, erm 'loose' specification. And....

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential Distillates (petroleum):...
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 29 June 2022, 15:45
Replies: 3
Views: 745
Posted By jwalker
Firstly, welcome and secondly, yeah, post away!

Firstly, welcome and secondly, yeah, post away!
Forum: Engines & props 25 June 2022, 14:18
Replies: 63
Views: 7,730
Posted By jwalker
A rusty Rangerover is indeed a labour of love......

A rusty Rangerover is indeed a labour of love... but you need some boat love too!

No, don't have the Disco. Passed it on to a friend a good few years ago, chassis and body still good, dash curled...
Forum: Engines & props 24 June 2022, 12:57
Replies: 63
Views: 7,730
Posted By jwalker
Matt, did you ever complete your exhaust cross...

Matt, did you ever complete your exhaust cross pipe mod? Did it work as expected and perform as you'd hoped?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 June 2022, 07:46
Replies: 20
Views: 2,084
Posted By jwalker
There's a number of them but Polymarine is well...

There's a number of them but Polymarine is well sorted for general sales. They have a website. You'll need to know the boat's construction material, likely PVC or hypalon. There's different...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 June 2022, 12:22
Replies: 20
Views: 2,084
Posted By jwalker
You can repair it, many sibs are glued together...

You can repair it, many sibs are glued together at manufacture so a good repair will be fine. However, it depends on your skill and finances. If it's insured, and your house insurance may cover it if...
Forum: Engines & props 19 June 2022, 17:35
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By jwalker
Lack of oil in that cylinder/crankcase. Could be...

Lack of oil in that cylinder/crankcase. Could be a lack of oil in all cylinders but that one may run hotter anyway so it's the first to show. Put your sleuth cap on and get investigating the...
Forum: Other stuff 18 June 2022, 16:43
Replies: 71
Views: 8,837
Posted By jwalker
I pass by most days too as I suspect lots of folk...

I pass by most days too as I suspect lots of folk still do...it didn't take long to fill up David Manning's thread after Rogue Wave's death, likewise for Jambo's death. Both full of good memories and...
Forum: Engines & props 27 April 2022, 12:07
Replies: 101
Views: 7,930
Posted By jwalker
Absolutely I would. It appears that the warranty...

Absolutely I would. It appears that the warranty conditions have not been met. What incentive does a dealer have to fix the issue under warranty, particularly a dealer who is not the original seller...
Forum: Engines & props 25 April 2022, 01:35
Replies: 101
Views: 7,930
Posted By jwalker
I think you need to take the leg off and start...

I think you need to take the leg off and start tracing a misfit or faulty component and/or water blockage in the water system starting at the inlet grills on the leg. Things to look for, a piece of...
Forum: Engines & props 18 April 2022, 18:53
Replies: 101
Views: 7,930
Posted By jwalker
Well that was going to be my next suggestion!...

Well that was going to be my next suggestion! Peterhead isn't too far away any it's a large commercial port but within the port is a bay, separated from the main port
by a breakwater, which is used...
Forum: Engines & props 18 April 2022, 18:02
Replies: 101
Views: 7,930
Posted By jwalker
I realise Aberdeen is a commercial port but does...

I realise Aberdeen is a commercial port but does it have a small area where you can get on the water and mess about? Just a thought....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2022, 17:55
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By jwalker
Heavy shock cord. Tie the straps to it to keep...

Heavy shock cord. Tie the straps to it to keep tension.
Forum: Trailers & towing 03 March 2022, 17:12
Replies: 14
Views: 1,852
Posted By jwalker
PD, do you submerge your axle when launching and...

PD, do you submerge your axle when launching and recovering?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 February 2022, 18:48
Replies: 30
Views: 2,169
Posted By jwalker
'Posted by jwalker View Post 'I doubt there's...

'Posted by jwalker View Post
'I doubt there's much risk of a wee boat nupping under your bows.'

Well you took that nicely out of context!....

Originally...
However, if you're talking about...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 February 2022, 12:52
Replies: 30
Views: 2,169
Posted By jwalker
The big Humbers working out of Loch Ness are...

The big Humbers working out of Loch Ness are similar in that they have elevated helm positions. But they travel quite flat at speed and the length tends to hold the bow down when lifting onto the...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 February 2022, 21:12
Replies: 31
Views: 3,654
Posted By jwalker
Oh man, no! That's seriously spoiled my week. DM...

Oh man, no! That's seriously spoiled my week. DM thanks for letting us know. Are we allowed to know what did for him?

Rest in peace indeed, Stuart Hopkins.
Forum: Electrics and electronics 27 January 2022, 16:45
Replies: 7
Views: 705
Posted By jwalker
With respect Phil and Jane, that's just dopey...

With respect Phil and Jane, that's just dopey thinking. A properly soldered joint will be perfectly fine. The whole of the boast"s electronics is made using soldered joints, there's no reason to...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 26 January 2022, 10:36
Replies: 7
Views: 705
Posted By jwalker
Join it by soldering. It's been discussed many...

Join it by soldering. It's been discussed many times on ribnet, if you search you'll likely find a how to. :)
Forum: Engines & props 26 January 2022, 10:32
Replies: 5
Views: 812
Posted By jwalker
Give it a go and see which is better for your...

Give it a go and see which is better for your boat. Some toe is good and will load the steering drag link and prevent the engines being too free and kinda loose.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 December 2021, 15:24
Replies: 56
Views: 3,513
Posted By jwalker
Nothing like having a positive attitude! :shrug:

Nothing like having a positive attitude! :shrug:
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 November 2021, 11:39
Replies: 636
Views: 225,058
Posted By jwalker
Oh, did I come over as being critical? Apologies...

Oh, did I come over as being critical? Apologies for that, I just meant you'd had your thinking cap on!!
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