Whats this like - Page 3

ian parkes · 08 June 2006, 22:30

Engine size/ suitability is the bigest problem Iam having with all the boats I see . I think there are a lot of ribs for sale that have smaller engines for sailing club rescue use etc .
I would rather have a bit of power I don't need than not enough .

Alice · 08 June 2006, 22:38

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Originally Posted by ian parkes

Engine size/ suitability is the bigest problem Iam having with all the boats I see . I think there are a lot of ribs for sale that have smaller engines for sailing club rescue use etc .
I would rather have a bit of power I don't need than not enough .

Dead right, rescue boats etc are stripped out affairs with hardly any kit. It's best to try and buy a complete package. All the add-ons really start to add up.

ian parkes · 08 June 2006, 22:48

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F86010
What about this , have just had a reply from the seller .
Looks like an ex rescue boat and again is that 60 enough for the size , it is a 4 stroke which is what I really want .

Alice · 08 June 2006, 22:56

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Originally Posted by ian parkes

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F86010
What about this , have just had a reply from the seller .
Looks like an ex rescue boat and again is that 60 enough for the size , it is a 4 stroke which is what I really want .

Personally, I don't reckon you should go for less than 75hp.

ian parkes · 08 June 2006, 23:01

all I can go on is what I read about the 4.8 ribcraft . They recomend a 50 or 60 or a 70 etec only if the boat is to used primarily for skiing as a 70 is too much for it?

Downhilldai · 08 June 2006, 23:40

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Originally Posted by Alice

'Ray' there's a 98' Ribcraft 545 in the West Briton with an Evinrude 90 FICHT on it for £10k. That's way too much money, but a cracking boat. I'm afraid that with a 50hp you're gonna struggle to keep up with the bigger boats unless running at full chat which'll burn more fuel than a bigger engine coasting. If it could be bought for the right money it would meet your needs perfectly for years. Rather than chopping and changing.

If you're planning on spending a lot of time with the big boys, you'll probably be better off going for a bigger boat altogether (>5m). Depends what you're planning on using it for. Sub 5m Ribs are great for trailing, launching, petrol bills, etc., but it's when you go playing in the rough stuff that they tend to show their weaknesses. As Alice says, if I were you, I wouldn't want to be considering upgrading again in a few months' time.
As for hp, I like to go for the most I can afford (and the boat can handle). You don't have to use it all, but when you need more, it's nice if it's there.

ADS · 10 June 2006, 18:11

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F103600

A possibility perhaps...

ian parkes · 10 June 2006, 20:44

Not bad that newish engine trailer and tubes , I guess it all depends on the hull ?
Would have to be a bit cheaper than that though

Alice · 10 June 2006, 22:40

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Originally Posted by ADS

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F103600

A possibility perhaps...

This is perfect Ian, it would be quick and economical. If it's in good nick and could come in around £7k I'd buy it.

ADS · 11 June 2006, 00:13

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Originally Posted by Alice

This is perfect Ian, it would be quick and economical. If it's in good nick and could come in around £7k I'd buy it.

Tornados, are good hulls, they're only weakness on older boats being their PU tubes, these have obviously been rectified already, so out of the known problems there is very little else to go wrong. Whilst the Honda is not perhaps 'sexy' in the RIB world (has been discussed before but people tend not to favour them), they are very reliable, quiet and have a 5 year warranty. Get on the phone Ian, im sure you could talk Alice into taking a look at it with you, or someone local to the boat, im sure its in Southampton.

Alice · 13 June 2006, 08:30

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F101757/

It's a bit 'out there' in the colour dept. Good value though.

Still think we should take a look at that Tornado, it fits the bill perfectly.

ian parkes · 13 June 2006, 18:04

Have enquired about it , will have to see .

There is an 05 4.8 ribcraft in marine blue on there also that does it for me but the price not for the missus ,

Hugh Jardon · 13 June 2006, 18:10

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Originally Posted by Downhilldai

If you're planning on spending a lot of time with the big boys, you'll probably be better off going for a bigger boat altogether (>5m).

roy might take offence at that!!!

or not as the case might be

but i agree try to go 5.5 or more if possible for a better ride etc

ian parkes · 13 June 2006, 19:46

Ok Ok I get it . I know you are all correct ,

Iam not so bothered about performance , more good sea keeping . I don't really care if it does 35 or 40 knots and would rather have some economy so I can get to Scilly as often as possible .
A 4 stroke is a must for me but even though I may say iam not bothered , playing in a rough sea will for sure be high on my fun list .
Also I want a boat I can keep in the drive at home so I guess 5.5 is absolute max size .

Alice · 13 June 2006, 22:25

Tornado!!!

ian parkes · 13 June 2006, 22:28

I know still shakin that tree boss

roycruse · 16 June 2006, 16:39

Blow the expense - go and buy this - Its in cornwall too...
http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/RFT056/

try and knock a grand or 2 off - theres no way you will lose and money on it...

Alice · 16 June 2006, 16:54

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Originally Posted by roycruse

Blow the expense - go and buy this - Its in cornwall too...
http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/RFT056/

try and knock a grand or 2 off - theres no way you will lose and money on it...

I'll think you'll find that it's sold. A guy was having a test run in it and tied up next to us on the pontoon at Mylor. I did a bit of 'bigging up' Ribcraft and he looked at me like an idiot.

If he's gonna spend that kinda money, Mike100 has a superb 5.3 with a 90 Mariner advertised on here for a grand less.

ian parkes · 16 June 2006, 17:11

How pi**ed off am I .

The tw guy with the yellow ribcraft promised me first refusal if I got there saturday . I spent a while on the phone and had it all organised . Both My missus and I have wasted hours today to get cash out in a hurry . I get home ring the guy just now to say I have cash and get final directions and he says he has sold it to a guy from Scotland who sent the money without seeing the boat .

Alan with the 4.8 ribcraft in Hereford you are a total A Hole I only hope your boat was dishonest as you and you did me a favour >

roycruse · 16 June 2006, 17:12

The grand less is the 2 X twin jockeys that are missing from that boat - they are £500 a piece to have them fitted at build time by Ribcraft.

Ian has 2 crew so seating for at least 3 is essential.

They are pricey though.

I had a chat with ian the other evening - hes not desperate to grab the first thing he sees - waiting till september / october may well reveal some fantastic end of season bargains.

That tornado is a 94 hull and has aparently spent the vast majority of its life being kept in the water...

12 years in the drink

i wouldnt buy it myself...

EDIT - ok correction - he obviously is desperate to grab the first boat he sees

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Originally Posted by ian parkes

Both My missus and I have wasted hours today to get cash out in a hurry