Frequently asked questions - help please!

[John Kennett]

There are some questions that come round time and time again, and it's probably about time that we put together a FAQ for the site. It may be that we could just point people to relevant threads, or perhaps the information could be better summarised.

Any suggestions for format and content? Any takers to help compile it?

John

[Louise]

As a 'lady of leisure' I have plenty of time on my hands, John, and I'm quite good at doing searches for stuff. I'll happily give you a hand with this and will give some thought to format and what to include (while waiting for the others to post their collective wisdom!).

P.S. Typo - 'asked' not 'asled'!!!

[John Kennett]

Perhaps it was misled instead of asled . . .

OK, I've changed it now

Thanks for the offer. As you seem to be RIBnet's unnofficial real live "here's a link to the answer you wanted" FAQ bot you would seem to be a perfect candidate!

John

[Louise]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

Perhaps is was misled instead of asled . . .

"is"???

at 'misled'.

[Louise]

OK. Here are a few suggested topics to get us started:

* What do I need to go abroad?
* What do I need to own/operate a VHF?
* Legalities of towing & trailers
* 2 stroke 4 stroke debate - pros and cons
* Diesel/petrol debate - pros and cons
* Reports on engines - good experiences & bad experiences
* Reports on RIBs - good experiences & bad experiences
* Places to visit by RIB (inc. pubs, accommodation, etc) - Solent, East Coast, North Wales & West, Scotland, South West, Thames, etc
* Training - summary of PB1, PB2, Intermediate & Advanced; where to get training
* Gadgets - must haves; flush/bracket mounted - pros & cons; good/bad experiences
* How to... (e.g. change an impeller; find out best prop pitch size; DRILL A HOLE!!! etc)
* What to wear & where to buy it
* Weather websites

Your thoughts, ladies & gents, please!

P.S. I realise some of these are a little contentious but a bit of debate is healthy, isn't it?

[Nick Hearne]

Towing vehicles!
That did I have to say that for!
Nick

[Nauti Buoy]

Louise,

I would say that that pretty much covers it. Had a quick scan through some of the pages in the various threads and what you put seems to say it all.

[Louise]

Originally Posted by Nick Hearne

Towing vehicles!
That did I have to say that for!
Nick

D'oh! I was hoping we could forget that one!!!!

[Nauti Buoy]

Originally Posted by Nick Hearne

Towing vehicles!
That did I have to say that for!
Nick

You are a brave MAN!!!

[Louise]

Dare I say it: What kit/safety gear should I carry?

[Nick Hearne]

Originally Posted by Louise

D'oh! I was hoping we could forget that one!!!!

If only they have to be some of the longest threads around!

[Robert1]

How does trim work often comes up...

[The Jackeens]

...and getting rid of blobs altogether


missus

[Mark Halliday]

Propellers. Size and material etc.

Pacific 22 parts list including NATO part numbers and alternatives. (Server space permitting)
Gotta geta rise outa that.

EDIT:-
Mr Kennett, are you a mind reader? I have just seen you have asked for that info.

[Jono]

Originally Posted by The Jackeens

...and getting rid of blobs altogether


missus

Oi! don't you hijack my soap box

[The Jackeens]

You don't need a soapbox...you got cranes and stuff


missus

[Jono]

Originally Posted by The Jackeens

You don't need a soapbox...you got cranes and stuff


missus

Someone's been peeking! The crane's good, but the "stuff" ? Now that's great......

[The Jackeens]

missus

[jwalker]

Gluing hypalon, PVC and pvc/hyp.

[Mark Halliday]

Originally Posted by jwalker

Gluing hypalon, PVC and pvc/hyp.

Hulls and Tubes section then? That would be somewhere to stick "Holes".