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Hugh Jardon · 05 May 2006, 16:08

have a range of specs to try this weekend

i think i suffer more cos of the contact lenses but the advice is great

anyone got 1-2 geckos they want to sell

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Hugh Jardon · 09 May 2006, 19:10

got the first service done today so the run in period is all done (first 20 hours)and i am ready to rock and roll,

getting the valuation survey done on thursday and then we are nearly there.

unfortunately they dont have a printout of the engine information which is a real shame i must admit. Come on Pacer get the latest equipment.....

the opti flew thru the service with no alarms or glitchs whatsoever which is cool.

looking forward to meeting some of the rib net folks at the weekend.

If anyone is thinking of an opti as an engine choice i must say that i love them, very very pleased, I have been on a few friends boats with the other 200s available and i would choose opti over all of them given a choice so no regrets whatsover

shame the landy started to run rough when dropping the boat off for the service.....sounded like it was running on 4 cyls or even 3

Dino · 09 May 2006, 19:44

Hugh
What days are you going to ribex?We are going friday and saturday,if you're there would be nice to say hallo

Hugh Jardon · 09 May 2006, 20:05

dropped you a pm with my contact details, will be there on saturday and looking forward to it as should meet up with loads of folks hopefully

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Hugh
What days are you going to ribex?We are going friday and saturday,if you're there would be nice to say hallo

Hugh Jardon · 12 May 2006, 00:28

Got the first service done...20 hours one so can open it up a bit now as all run in.

also got the survey done today, I used Duncan also know as searider on here

great chap, really easy to get on with and he did a thorough job

here are his details if it helps anyone thinking of a survey or valuation in the solent area

Duncan Saunders
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Saunders Morgan Harris Ltd.
Mercury Yacht Harbour,
Satchell Lane,
Hamble,
Southampton
SO31 4QH
United Kingdom
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Tel. 02380 456555
Fax 02380 458808
www.saundersmorganharris.com
duncan@saundersmorganharris.com

Alice · 12 May 2006, 08:34

I hope that no one on this site ever gets a bollox job done by one of your 'recomends' Hugh, coz there's a hell of a lot of 'em.

Hugh Jardon · 12 May 2006, 09:26

tracking down a surveyor and also others trades that i have used is sometimes a bit tricky and it is always nice to know if they have done a good job for someone else. So if they do a good job for me at a good price then i share their details on here for others to benefit from or hopefully help them in their selection.

In the whole exercise of building out the boat i have been rather surprised and refreshed in that i have found suppliers that do a really good job, very reasonable price and the people are really nice too. some suppliers i went to were outragously expensive and i did not necessarily click with the individual i spoke with, personality stuff i know but it helps in decision making.

so if sharing this helps others in their selection of suppliers etc and they get a good job done as well then i am happy.

To your point i hope that everyone gets a good job from the companies i have recommended or if they dont that it is rectified quickly and painlessly, all i can pass on is my experience in dealing with the said company

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Originally Posted by Alice

I hope that no one on this site ever gets a bollox job done by one of your 'recomends' Hugh, coz there's a hell of a lot of 'em.

Hugh Jardon · 19 May 2006, 17:44

was at ribex this weekend and was taken in by the rather nice stereo from Aquatic AV as i noticed most of the posh large ribs used them so ordered one up for mine. they are waterproof to some rating or other

I have had a lot of pms regarding my use of an mp3 player instead of a head unit but this weekend i will fit the new stereo and will have both so will be able to give a side by side comparison the stereo will have its own inputs into the amp as will the mp3 so it will give me a good idea of the difference which will be interesting

ordered thursday afternoon, arrived friday morning, coool

Alice · 19 May 2006, 18:36

I'm thinking ashtrays on motorbikes and handbrakes on canoes.

Downhilldai · 19 May 2006, 18:47

and one-legged men in arse kicking competitions???

Hugh Jardon · 19 May 2006, 18:51

at least you can listen to music if i end up towing u back!!

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Originally Posted by Alice

I'm thinking ashtrays on motorbikes and handbrakes on canoes.

Dino · 19 May 2006, 19:07

So if a pan pan or mayday comes on the vhf does that interrupt the stereo so you can hear the call?

Hugh Jardon · 19 May 2006, 20:39

it would be good if the radio muted when a distress call came in but in order to help the icom radio i have also purchased an additional external speaker!

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Originally Posted by Dino

So if a pan pan or mayday comes on the vhf does that interrupt the stereo so you can hear the call?

Hugh Jardon · 21 May 2006, 09:27

as many folks were interested in the mp3 approach i wanted to give an update, I fitted the stereo yesterday and also re wired in the mp3 but via the aux in on the stereo.

previously i was just using an mp3 into an amp for the music, the sound was good etc but there was just not enough power from the little mp3 player to make the music quite loud when passed thru the amp. it was very acceptable for when moored up or just idling along but when on the move there was not enough sound at cruising speeds, with an opti!!

now the stereo is fab, gives a high quality sound and it also scans 7 weather channels, it will play mp3's on the cd as well and also it will play external ipods or other mp3 players but it amplifies the sound to a very good level

stereo is an aquatic av and is around 165 and waterproof to radio type standards. very pleased with it

amp is 250w sony item and was 50 quid, speakers are jvc waterproof items for 50 quid and are 150w each and are superb, think i got them cheap! hope that helps any other thinking of blinging up with a stereo.

Alice · 21 May 2006, 09:48

In my humble experience the only time that you'd possibly be able to listen to a stereo on a Rib would be when at anchor or very slow speeds. At slow speeds you're either in a restricted area and in danger of sounding and looking like a right 'Kev and Tracy goes boating' outfit. Or, fishing when the sounds of the sea and the occasional crackle of the VHF sound pretty good to me. Sunbathing is also a non-starter on a 6.5 Vipermax, unless you're on good terms with a Chiropractor

Hugh Jardon · 21 May 2006, 10:09

we have a front deck cushion that works a treat for debs and she can lie there ok.

with the mp3 player it was just a bit quiet to be heard ok when at speed but now we should be fine.
i do like the sound of the sea as well but i now also have the choice of music too, i see GED has fitted the same unit or dvd version to his

quite a few of us like our music when out there,

called your mobile but no answer, could you give me a call back about stowage in the barn for a couple of days

regards

Kev and Trac

xx

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Originally Posted by Alice

In my humble experience the only time that you'd possibly be able to listen to a stereo on a Rib would be when at anchor or very slow speeds. At slow speeds you're either in a restricted area and in danger of sounding and looking like a right 'Kev and Tracy goes boating' outfit. Or, fishing when the sounds of the sea and the occasional crackle of the VHF sound pretty good to me. Sunbathing is also a non-starter on a 6.5 Vipermax, unless you're on good terms with a Chiropractor

Alice · 21 May 2006, 10:16

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Originally Posted by Hugh Jardon

called your mobile but no answer, could you give me a call back about stowage in the barn for a couple of days

regards

Kev and Trac

xx

Barn, no problem. It's just a hop off the A30 at Fraddon. However, whils't looking for static caravans I bumped into a place on the Pentewan road nr. London Apprentice that does secure boat and caravan storage. It's a pukka place properly fenced in with the owners bungalow on site. Lots of boats and vans. I'd leave mine there without hesitation. For a couple of days it wouldn't be much and it's right where you want it.

Cookee · 21 May 2006, 11:38

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Originally Posted by Hugh Jardon

now the stereo is fab, gives a high quality sound and it also scans 7 weather channels,

Very usefull if you ever cross the Atlantic!

Be aware that if you get a US spec cd/radio, the channel spacing is different and they will never work as well as a UK one!

Brambles · 21 May 2006, 12:17

B T W - very tidy boat Mr Hard On. Nice work

Cheers

Ian

Hugh Jardon · 21 May 2006, 13:48

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Originally Posted by Cookee

Very usefull if you ever cross the Atlantic!

Be aware that if you get a US spec cd/radio, the channel spacing is different and they will never work as well as a UK one!

there is a switch on the underside for switching from usa to europe spec, this one was a europe spec