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Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 18:27
Replies: 111
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Posted By Xk59D
You won't convince anyone with any argument that...

You won't convince anyone with any argument that doesnt want to hear it or chooses to completely ignore the context of what the original thread poster was being told.

I'm not changing my stance or...
Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 13:45
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Right, I'll try to clear this up once and for...

Right, I'll try to clear this up once and for all.

Keep in mind the original thread context which my entire points are based on-

Talking someone out of buying an aux (which at least 2 people...
Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 12:20
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I missed this buddy, I 100% have contributed to...

I missed this buddy, I 100% have contributed to atleast some part in the language misunderstanding, I cannot disagree with any of this.

But I can assure you my intentions were to give the original...
Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 12:07
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Why do people not understand this, it is...

Why do people not understand this, it is completely beyond comprehension

The OP before this thread was cut up asked about an aux and was being encouraged out of it as there was, and I quote-
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Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 11:44
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
That is the entire point of this thread, not...

That is the entire point of this thread, not advocating an aux AND suggesting plenty of other passing boats is a more suitable option is absolutely an attitude problem. I'm not saying you NEED one...
Forum: Engines & props 07 October 2018, 11:24
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I'm afraid that it unforgivable............. why...

I'm afraid that it unforgivable............. why anyone would want to boat on loch lomond twice in a month is beyond me, few times a year is plenty. Have a word with yourself. :)
Forum: Engines & props 06 October 2018, 07:13
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Says the guy who suggested a 3 mile breakdown...

Says the guy who suggested a 3 mile breakdown service for the OP who wants to go further/offshore or thumb a lift, RNLI suggest aux is sensible......but i have issues???? pmsl, pot, kettle.



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Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 23:38
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
My old man just gave me this, HAVE to post it. ...

My old man just gave me this, HAVE to post it.

RNLI tips..

1. Wear life jacket-

2. Before you leave-


RNLI TOP TIP 2- CHECK YOUR ENGINE AND FUEL
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 21:44
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Ahh so you were the one with the untenable...

Ahh so you were the one with the untenable position after all then! Quality biscuits

Don't like the answer? Cant disagree with it? shouldnt have asked for it I guess ;)

The AUX defence rests ma...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 21:14
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I use it everytime I'm not in company, every day...

I use it everytime I'm not in company, every day I go out I test it before I leave the dockside. That is gods honest truth.

If you mean have I used it in anger, I would say semi anger is best I...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 21:00
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Ahh, needing spoon fed? Ok I'll feed, open...

Ahh, needing spoon fed?

Ok I'll feed, open wide.

People saying an aux isn't the way to go, not useful or won't do much in a swell etc are basically saying they are not much use for the OP...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 20:16
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
And so do I, this is my point I...

And so do I, this is my point




I assume anchor up and wait on passer by or RNLI is only option if not in company.
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 19:00
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
The only ridiculous thing here is people...

The only ridiculous thing here is people advocating that an aux is not useful and is the real delusional BS here, including what you just spouted.

You are not the only one who has spent a life on...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 17:56
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I like to run mine for maybe an hour if out...

I like to run mine for maybe an hour if out myself while eating lunch, no guarantee it will start ofcourse when needed but you can only do so much.
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 17:52
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I say again and quote directly from what you seem...

I say again and quote directly from what you seem intent on mis-quoting....

"relying on passing boats that will tow you in is bordering on negligent"

I never said you NEED an aux, RELYING ON...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 17:09
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Says the guy with a 350hp aux :) lucky you!

Says the guy with a 350hp aux :) lucky you!
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 15:24
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Reading what you want again rather than what I...

Reading what you want again rather than what I wrote, you seem good at that tbf. The good thing for us is if you break down you can simply get up out the paddling pool and walk into the house. Keep...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 14:49
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I don't keep my 8hp on permanent but no reason I...

I don't keep my 8hp on permanent but no reason I can't. Like you I don't like it bouncing about and since I'm in company maybe 75% of the time and my back is jiggered I leave it at home unless I'm...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 14:28
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Not I'm aware of, there was one briefly on the...

Not I'm aware of, there was one briefly on the clyde out of kip marina but they went out of business, may have something to do with amount of aux engines you see round here?

Iirc it was about 200...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 13:26
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
I added the gearbox broke fender.....nice try...

I added the gearbox broke fender.....nice try champ. I said I never edited anything out....see that word....OUT. It would really pay if you read what was wrote ;)

Back on topic indeed....relying...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 12:23
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
You are reading (and quoting) what you want and...

You are reading (and quoting) what you want and not what I wrote, I shall say again as it seems to have bypassed you.

Going out and relying on-

1. Others being there to save your a$$

2. Them...
Forum: Engines & props 05 October 2018, 10:27
Replies: 111
Views: 9,253
Posted By Xk59D
Maintenance has little to do with breakdowns in...

Maintenance has little to do with breakdowns in my 25 years with boats, my last one was due to bad fuel from Tesco! Had another with complete gearbox failure, like gears went bang failure.

As I...
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