Rib Virgin - Page 6

Sarah G · 23 May 2007, 10:49

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Originally Posted by Louise

Hi Sarah and welcome to Ribnet.

There is a small archive of FAQs here which should answer some of your questions. Regarding equipment needed on a RIB, we have a list of what we carry on our website: www.blue-ice.me.uk although what you actually NEED is dependent on factors such as your cruising ground and preferences. HTH

Thank you for your welcome. Visited your site - great info and great to start dreaming of all the 'stuff' we are gonna need - just need the boat now but it was good to hear that it took you 12 months (we are not the only ones...).

John Kennett · 23 May 2007, 11:38

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Originally Posted by Sarah G

is there an area where all the fab articles and things are stored

Not really. The FAQ never really took off because it's a bit cumbersome to maintain, so it's just down to searching things out at the moment.

Having easier access to all the information here is something that I'm working on.

John

Sarah G · 23 May 2007, 11:44

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Originally Posted by John Kennett

Not really. The FAQ never really took off because it's a bit cumbersome to maintain, so it's just down to searching things out at the moment.

Having easier access to all the information here is something that I'm working on.

John

Thanks John. No problem - I fully understand (maintain a number of websites and they are no where near as busy as this one - admin nightmare).

I do love this website though and I have already learnt a lot - or even better know where I can look when I need info.

Chris · 23 May 2007, 21:30

Sarah, if you can stretch your budget then this could be a possible for you?

http://rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=19556

Chris

Biggles · 23 May 2007, 21:49

Nice boat, but then I'm biased as far as 5.85 meter boats go.

jwalker · 23 May 2007, 23:31

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Originally Posted by Mark Halliday

The Tohatsu 140 is bullet proof but thirsty and a bit loud. Economy wise I do around 1.1 to 1.3 l/nm.

And there's the thing. All my engines have had a fuel consumption similar to that and it's also not far off what most folk with the new fancy engines seem to be getting. I reckon some of them wear rose-tinted specs.

Sarah G · 24 May 2007, 13:33

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Originally Posted by Chris1573

Sarah, if you can stretch your budget then this could be a possible for you?

http://rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=19556

Chris

Hi Chris

Lovely boat, unfortunately it is beyond my budget. I just have to keep watching that lottery ticket - but thanks for thinking of me.

Sarah G · 24 May 2007, 13:34

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Originally Posted by jwalker

And there's the thing. All my engines have had a fuel consumption similar to that and it's also not far off what most folk with the new fancy engines seem to be getting. I reckon some of them wear rose-tinted specs.

When you drive a Landrover Discovery V8 Auto I think that Rose tinted glasses are a must...

Mark Halliday · 24 May 2007, 17:12

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Originally Posted by Sarah G

When you drive a Landrover Discovery V8 Auto I think that Rose tinted glasses are a must...

Any glasses will do..............

............ as long as there is a bit of tape over the bit of lens where you would normally see the fuel gauge.

Sarah G · 24 May 2007, 18:00

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Originally Posted by Mark Halliday

Any glasses will do..............

............ as long as there is a bit of tape over the bit of lens where you would normally see the fuel gauge.

Good plan...

Jonjon · 26 May 2007, 17:01

hi sarah,
Im contemplating selling my Avon Searider 5.4 80hp merc 2stroke approx 1988ish all ok lots of inventry. Im looking for the same boat abit newer if i can find a good one. pm me if ya interested.

brucehawsker · 26 May 2007, 19:22

Hi Sarah - we were in a not dissimilar position regarding knowledge and expereince 30 months ago. Eventually went for a 6.5M Solent with six jockies and a 150 optimax two stroke. I know new is over your budget, but they do appear reasonably priced with 200-300 hours on them. Might be worth calling Lee or Kev at Fairweather Marine and see what they know is for sale. We can only say we are 100% happy with ours.

Jon Brooks · 27 May 2007, 08:34

Hi Sarah,

Firstly welcome to the very mad world that is Ribnet!

You will find lots of good solid advice here.

Have you tried JBT Marine?
They normally have a good stock of used boats.
If they have not got what you need Jason can normally find it for you!!!
Jonny, Jason and Louise are very helpful and do know there stuff.

Whilst there are better people on here to give you help and advice on the boats and engines when it comes to the point that you need help and advice on electronics be sure to drop me a line, only to pleased to help.
I have even been known to be impartial at times

, no I have really!!

Good luck with your up coming purchase.

All the best

Jonjon · 27 May 2007, 10:58

[QUOTE=Jon Brooks;201790] Hi Sarah,

Firstly welcome to the very mad world that is Ribnet!

You will find lots of good solid advice here.

Have you tried JBT Marine?
They normally have a good stock of used boats.
If they have not got what you need Jason can normally find it for you!!!
Jonny, Jason and Louise are very helpful and do know there stuff.

Whilst there are better people on here to give you help and advice on the boats and engines when it comes to the point that you need help and advice on electronics be sure to drop me a line, only to pleased to help.
I have even been known to be impartial at times

, no I have really!!

Good luck with your up coming purchase.

All the best [/QUOTE

Jonjon · 27 May 2007, 11:04

ooops Im new to this .... i was trying to reply to a message and posted it as my own ...sorry.
Anyway Jon ....you may be the guy to help me if your an electronics buff.... Im trying to locate a switch for my trim tilt....(i have two ...one for up one for down) one is broken ....its all plastic (black) push and hold ...like an started button. the connections on the back are like block connectors ...ie grub screws in brass block. any ideas mate?

Jon Brooks · 27 May 2007, 13:24

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Originally Posted by Jonjon

ooops Im new to this .... i was trying to reply to a message and posted it as my own ...sorry.
Anyway Jon ....you may be the guy to help me if your an electronics buff.... Im trying to locate a switch for my trim tilt....(i have two ...one for up one for down) one is broken ....its all plastic (black) push and hold ...like an started button. the connections on the back are like block connectors ...ie grub screws in brass block. any ideas mate?

Jon

I would suggest you contact the maker of the engine in the first instance, am sure they will be able to help you with the parts you require.

All the best

Sarah G · 28 May 2007, 11:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonjon

hi sarah,
Im contemplating selling my Avon Searider 5.4 80hp merc 2stroke approx 1988ish all ok lots of inventry. Im looking for the same boat abit newer if i can find a good one. pm me if ya interested.

Hi Jonjon

Thanks for this, I'm test driving a boat on Thursday (weather permitting) - I have a feeling that this may be the ONE...? But if not I may well be in touch, but I think that we have decided on a 6-6.5.

Thanks for the offer, I know that your boat will fly if you decide to sell it as the Avon SR's are in serious demand.

Sarah

Sarah G · 28 May 2007, 11:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by brucehawsker

Hi Sarah - we were in a not dissimilar position regarding knowledge and expereince 30 months ago. Eventually went for a 6.5M Solent with six jockies and a 150 optimax two stroke. I know new is over your budget, but they do appear reasonably priced with 200-300 hours on them. Might be worth calling Lee or Kev at Fairweather Marine and see what they know is for sale. We can only say we are 100% happy with ours.

Hi Bruce

Good to hear about your experience - this sounds almost the same set-up as the one we are interested in. If Thursday's test drive is unsuccessful, we will definitely give them a call.

Thanks

Sarah

Sarah G · 28 May 2007, 11:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon Brooks

Hi Sarah,

Firstly welcome to the very mad world that is Ribnet!

You will find lots of good solid advice here.

Have you tried JBT Marine?
They normally have a good stock of used boats.
If they have not got what you need Jason can normally find it for you!!!
Jonny, Jason and Louise are very helpful and do know there stuff.

Whilst there are better people on here to give you help and advice on the boats and engines when it comes to the point that you need help and advice on electronics be sure to drop me a line, only to pleased to help.
I have even been known to be impartial at times

, no I have really!!

Good luck with your up coming purchase.

All the best

Hi there Jon

I did try JBT - sadly little stock at this time of year. I think that we have found the boat we want - test drive on Thursday.

With regards electrics - I may well be in contact - you might regret the offer. Hopefully this boat is 'perfect' but in reality...

Many thanks

Sarah

Jon Brooks · 28 May 2007, 12:16

Hi Sarah,

Good luck with the test drive.
Can I ask what you are trying out?

And please feel free to drop me a line or call anytime re the electronics.

All the best