Ribcraft 7.8 Maverick Project

[ronin]

Biffa (my favourite comic !! alongside warlord..) -

Thanks for the observations - I know what you mean about the cleats near to helm....I used a rib kitted out with similar on tubes either side of helm position which makes single handling much easier...

I have asked to see how cleats will look slightly inside of the tubes either side of helm and at bow and stern although I am concerned that they might catch clothing etc brushing past them (quite tights space with everything loaded) so I'll wait and see at the time of fit out....never tied on using rope cleats which are in place - I assume this is just as good?

In relation to the underdeck build process the guys at Ribcraft showed me the process you mention undergoing on another rib - I'm not an expert in this so hope one of the guys at Ribcraft can give a shout back that this is 'how they do it'?..

[ronin]

Biffer - not Biffa - sorry mate need glasses but still a good comic!!

[biffer]

actually my nickname is biff came from having a very bad temper and a short fuse when i was younger, i think someone had already logged the name biff when i joined, any back to cleats, popup cleats are flush when not in use you can get them spring loaded or manual pull up, bolt them into the side of the console higher than the tubes, in the pic you can just see one on the side and it's open, have a look at www.cquip.com that will make more sense then, biff

[RAZZER]

Hi
All the underdeck structures are overlaminated with csm & sikaflexed so no worries on that front.
regarding cleats on consoles we tend not to fit cleats on consoles because people will end up using them for the wrong thing eg a major mooring point without thought to structures of the boat.(this is often 2 nd user)
I would tend to recommend putting the engine in neutral and running your stern line and your bow line to the console grab handle simply tie off (on the side you are coming allongside!) and they are ready for your text book coming allongside manouvre. (I used to deliver yachts single handed and this technique worked everytime)

[ronin]

Just got back from the factory and found the guys working on Maverick following the festive break...

Essentially deck now sealed and transom being readied for engine mount. All the boxes of goodies were being opened just to make sure everything was there and we ran through a final agreement on layout and 'personalised' the helm position for my size...

Have done away with grab handles so with the money saved gone for a Fusion ipod player for those balmy, sunny, millpond sea, halcyon days we so often get in north wales..

Also, having followed a recent thread on Ribnet, we discussed a factory fitted keel guard and having seen a couple done at the factory have gone for this option as well ....

Interesting points...

Main watertight hatch in front of helm needs to be offset slightly to be able to be opened in front of Ullman. There goes my Feng Shui

Have gone for seperate arial for each of the two VHF units and also the AIS system.

Dorian was as helpful as ever and he has promised to send across some photos from the next few important stages - all should be coming together quickly now....keeping the pressure on for delivery next week....

8 more sleeps !!!

[Leapy]

Originally Posted by ronin

Just got back from the factory and found the guys working on Maverick...

OMG ...tell Dorian to hurry up...I need an excuse for another cup of tea! Get it home, get the kettle on and give me ring. I'll speak to you from the helm!

It looks fantastic

[ronin]

Can't believe the tubes are on - saw them being fashioned the other week and now they are on the hull - awesome...just really frustrated I can't get to the factory and see for myself...

I have gone for some wear patches on the sides by the Ullmans which i think look purposeful and the tubes are ready for the side 'bumpers' - I have got a picture of them now on but i'm probably being too nerdy to show these as a sequence shot...

The console has been cut to the spec layout and all the electronics are getting plumbed in - looks quite busy now...

Thanks to Dorian for the pics ..... gonna pester him for any final shots before the weekend to keep me going.....

[bogib]

Originally Posted by Leapy

The all round white is surface mount...not sure what make it is. It's about 650mm above the port/starboard lights, so I guess our 'low' frames are about the same height

Thanks for your approval of our boat

Just noticed this reply.

This LED toplight is from Hella Marine and are great piece of kit

Bogi

[Mollers]

Originally Posted by bogib

Just noticed this reply.

This LED toplight is from Hella Marine and are great piece of kit

Bogi

I have Hella P&S LED's, but opted for the Aqua Signal toplight. I went for the 2Nm option which are very good.

[Chris]

What are the two different radios for?

[ronin]

Have gone for two Raymarine radio units Ray240E is modular, and Ray218E (I like their products and keeping all electronics from the same manufacturer to allow better integration - also got a great deal on the gear) for back up purposes only really....they are different units and 240E takes very little console space as its a handset only on facia...

I think this one is the better unit as well (I might be mistaken).

Each is going to be seperately wired and have its own whip so should be totally autonomous. I will report back how well they work....

I also have the waterproof Ray101E handheld in a ditch bag.

[ronin]

Maverick has finally been named - I think it looks great high up on the bow ... got to honest urmmmed and arrrdd for ages where and what colour, font style etc..what d'ya think?

Dorian thanks for being patient....

Most of the electronics now plumbed and the 300 hp Suzuki engine has been fitted - OMG its huge!! The guys are gonna have to retro fit the SeaStar Power Assist unit as they can't get hold of any?? But to prep the pipes they are setting up a clip/unclip unit so the Power Assist can be fitted next month.....without too much fuss...

The team are well versed in setting up the NMEA input/output for the outboard to the C80 unit - I thought this was a none starter but they were chilled about it - engine data integration which will give me revs, oil, coolant, boost and alternator on one screen (fingers crossed...)

They have hold of some new prop (4 bladed) which they're gonna fit - reckon they're the dogs!!!

The hull has been prepped for the keel guard - and I think thats now done but havnt got a shot of this -

A Frame should be going on Monday, wired up and seats to follow....

6 more sleeps...!

[Leapy]

Originally Posted by ronin

what d'ya think?

I think it looks a million dollars but probably cost far more than that

[ronin]

Morning David,

Hey don't forget my 2.5 VAT reduction !! Talk about good timing - the guys at Ribcraft are following the thread albeit the 'suits' are at the Boat Show now ...., Dorian asked how you're getting on with d2...? and i hope youve managed to fit into the Crewsaver now hahaha!!!

[Leapy]

Originally Posted by ronin

i hope youve managed to fit into the Crewsaver now hahaha!!!

is now and the blood supply has returned to my feeble brain. I must adimit that wearing it in bed last night together with the wooly bear liner was a tad warm!

Next plan is to sit at the helm, in the garage, wearing dryuit and drinking tea! Join me?

Haven't quite got a mental image of Dorian, Jason and Charlie as 'suits'. LOL

[RAZZER]

We found Nemo 18 months ago (NMEA2000)! but the Raymarine software is a bit weak and the units dont display all the data that is available, it has got better recently with software upgrades but they started to get interested when petrol went to £1.32 per lt STRANGE THAT..

The mportant stuff like fuel consumption is there and revs but when i looked at the software last it did not have fuel usage decrementing from a known point.By not having this you cannot see your range and amount of fuel left.

Jason as not been the same since they closed C&A he was really into that fluro ski gear...

Hopefully it will be warmer for sea trial

Dor

[Leapy]

Originally Posted by RAZZER

Jason as not been the same since they closed C&A

Is he that old?

[ronin]

Project build moving along at a pace now and nearly, nearly there....

Went to boat show early this week hence I'm a couple of days behind the updates..sorry - for those who havn't been yet show was good fun - though it hurts to walk past all the shops with an echo sounding in your wallet! Some great looking RIBs there ...

'A' Frame (I think Ribcrafts A Frames are superb!) is now on with the see-me, radome and spots - still have the whips to go on, and the lifebouy brackets. The GPS is being seated onto console.

Bow sampson post and stainless snatch type fairlead for bow..this area is being reinfoced with extra hypalon.

Seats are now bolted down - with jockey seats having the stainless backrests with bolsters and wing backs...Speaking with Dorian yesterday the guys are just going through all wiring and double clipping e'thing for coding...

Sea trails are planned for Thursday - trying to get down to view, then Maverick is back to factory for any tweaking then pick up....I'll try to get some shots from the sea trial...

2 more sleeps !!

[Leapy]

Originally Posted by ronin

Project build moving along at a pace now and nearly, nearly there....

But still no sign, or mention, of the console cup holder

[ronin]

Oh yeah I forgot to mention the MarineScene teasmaid / cappucino maker is integrated into the C80 chartplotter as a soft key option haha ..... no only joking (knew I forgot something >..darn it!)