T/T Martini II - New SIB - Page 5

martini · 10 May 2011, 21:21

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Originally Posted by kerny

Is that none slip matting on the deck martini, if so where did you get it from ??

Brilliant stuff, I'm well happy with it. I'm out at the mo but I'll post a link when I'm home. If you do a search I'm sure I've linked it on other threads on the subject

Nos4r2 · 10 May 2011, 21:32

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Originally Posted by martini

Do you mean the fuel bleeds through the material over time?
Thanks for the tip tho

Yes, and so does the oil if you're running premix.

The edges of the material have started delaminating on one of mine as well, leaving what looks like kevlar weave showing.

What fuel connectors have you got on them?

kerny · 10 May 2011, 21:38

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Originally Posted by martini

Brilliant stuff, I'm well happy with it. I'm out at the mo but I'll post a link when I'm home. If you do a search I'm sure I've linked it on other threads on the subject

I've found your thread martini thanks, looks the dogs Boll*cks

martini · 10 May 2011, 22:24

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Originally Posted by Nos4r2

What fuel connectors have you got on them?

They came with STD Merc connector plugs but Turbodiesel mentioned that they leak when disconnected so I've replaced them with proper hydraulic disconnects.

Nos4r2 · 10 May 2011, 23:35

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Originally Posted by martini

They came with STD Merc connector plugs but Turbodiesel mentioned that they leak when disconnected so I've replaced them with proper hydraulic disconnects.

Like the Tohatsu connectors? I changed mine to the old style merc bayonets on flexi pipe.I had Tohatsu connectors on mine to start with and they are a bugger to connect and seal if they get sand near them.

martini · 10 May 2011, 23:53

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Originally Posted by Nos4r2

Like the Tohatsu connectors?

That's the ones. The new ones are smaller versions of what I've got at the transom of the Arctic. They were a pain because they only come with a female bsp thread so I had to get npt/bsp male/male adaptors. But I found with them on the whole was becoming way too bulky so I chopped the npt thread off the adaptor and welded it straight to the plug. I stick some pics up when I think of it.

Nos4r2 · 11 May 2011, 00:05

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Originally Posted by martini

That's the ones. The new ones are smaller versions of what I've got at the transom of the Arctic. They were a pain because they only come with a female bsp thread so I had to get npt/bsp male/male adaptors. But I found with them on the whole was becoming way too bulky so I chopped the npt thread off the adaptor and welded it straight to the plug. I stick some pics up when I think of it.

If you get any problems with them, drop me a PM. I've got some of the old style female Merc bayonet that were made for the bladders-these:-

http://www.rib.net/forum/attachment....5&d=1277757851

Northern Pike · 11 May 2011, 02:42

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Originally Posted by Nos4r2

If you get any problems with them, drop me a PM. I've got some of the old style female Merc bayonet that were made for the bladders-these:-

http://www.rib.net/forum/attachment....5&d=1277757851

Common as muck over this side of the pond.

martini · 11 May 2011, 08:50

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Originally Posted by kerny

I've found your thread martini thanks, looks the dogs Boll*cks

It cost around £250 to do the whole deck of the 470, not exactly cheap but not Skydex money either.

It's quite heavy, I think 25-30kg for mine but at least it shouldn't blow away or float around. I ordered cut to the right width so it's a nice tight fit between the rails on the hard deck.

I've got some small offcuts, if anyone's seriously considering it I can post them a sample.

sib · 11 May 2011, 09:28

Hi Martini

That looks like a very good set up..

I am looking to upsize my SIB to something more heavy duty and slightly larger (currently a QS 3.8 HD ) to take on more challenging journeys but having had a larger RIB, I still prefer the tiller sit-on-the-tubes feel of a SIB.
Your boat set up might be overkill for what I need but the knowledge that the kit won`t let you down and has been thoroughly tested is reassuring. I am very interested to know if the set up feels "heavy" under way, is there much tiller effort required (I am strong but like to go out for the whole day from the North Cornish Coast fully prepared) and how much effort is required to raise the engine upon beach approach ?

would 4 blokes be able to lift this set up and carry it up a beach a short way ?

Is there much protection on the undertubes for beach abrasion ?

many thanks and keep the pics/report coming..

sib

sib · 11 May 2011, 09:38

PS Martini

How do you stop the rubber floor covering from bouncing up and down and general flying around ? i know that it is quite heavy, but during take off ???

willk · 11 May 2011, 10:30

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Originally Posted by sib

How do you stop the rubber floor covering from bouncing up and down and general flying around ?

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Originally Posted by martini

I ordered cut to the right width so it's a nice tight fit between the rails on the hard deck.

Starovich · 11 May 2011, 11:43

SIb, i've used the big brother to martini's and daily ran it on the beach multiple times, as long as the beach is reasonable (not slate shards,granite spikes etc) then its not a problem. Only time we split one was getting it trapped under a coral head at low water in strong tidal current
These boats are very tough.

Erin · 11 May 2011, 17:51

And how's the launching trailer worked out?

I'm looking forward to seeing it all in action.

Channel Ribs · 11 May 2011, 20:12

Zero wind forecast for Friday.

You feeling ok M? Last I saw you looked like you were coming down with something.

Turbodiesel · 12 May 2011, 21:05

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Originally Posted by Nos4r2

If you get any problems with them, drop me a PM. I've got some of the old style female Merc bayonet that were made for the bladders-these:-

http://www.rib.net/forum/attachment....5&d=1277757851

Bloody hell!!. i just ditched about 30 odd of those because didnt think any one would want them!!!!

Nos4r2 · 12 May 2011, 22:46

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Originally Posted by Turbodiesel

Bloody hell!!. i just ditched about 30 odd of those because didnt think any one would want them!!!!

I reckon those old bayonet connectors are the best fuel connector anyone has made so far. Definitely the easiest to use with cold wet hands.

Pikey Dave · 05 June 2011, 15:53

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Originally Posted by kerny

Is that none slip matting on the deck martini, if so where did you get it from ??

I've just fitted the same stuff in BP, I got mine from a mate who has a fab shop, it's anti-fatigue matting for machine operators to stand on, nice & comfy

. I saw some in Makro this week, £9.99+vat for about a 6'x4' ish.

iceland · 06 June 2011, 01:00

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Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

I've just fitted the same stuff in BP, I got mine from a mate who has a fab shop, it's anti-fatigue matting for machine operators to stand on, nice & comfy

. I saw some in Makro this week, £9.99+vat for about a 6'x4' ish.

seen a boat like yours just a couple of days ago fantastic set up you got there i hope you have happy days exploring ...daniel..

prairie tuber · 30 August 2011, 16:14

Any updates on how this project has been working?