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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 April 2009, 03:12
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Posted By codprawn
Is it any wonder us Brits get so annoyed by Yanks...

Is it any wonder us Brits get so annoyed by Yanks sometimes? I don't seem to remember any of us attacking US built RIBs but all of a sudden British RIBs seem to be rubbish and shouldn't be...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 April 2009, 01:07
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Posted By codprawn
But you said this "While the US built RIBS...

But you said this

"While the US built RIBS do tend to cost more, they also use a lot more composites and build the fuel and electrical systems to a higher standard. They tend to be worth the extra...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 April 2009, 16:35
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Posted By codprawn
Not on the USA boats I have seen - we have to rip...

Not on the USA boats I have seen - we have to rip most of it out to meet UK specs!!!

And build quality higher??? mmmm

As to layup of the hull Grand Banks, Nordhavn and many other "US" boats are...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 April 2009, 21:06
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Posted By codprawn
How did the US Navy and coastguard manage with...

How did the US Navy and coastguard manage with Avons?

I know the USA are well know for protectionism but surely that can't be the case? Most Hurricanes are built in Canada and Zodiacs in France....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 April 2009, 15:45
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Posted By codprawn
It should fit in a container with the tubes...

It should fit in a container with the tubes deflated but you will need a cradle to be built for it - may be easier to ship as deck cargo.

Ribcraft will be the ones to ask.

Contact these people...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 April 2009, 15:13
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Posted By codprawn
US RIBs better built than British ones - now...

US RIBs better built than British ones - now that's a new one!!!

There seem to be plenty of Avons in the USA still going strong after 20 years!!!

I don't know why you are so negative about...
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