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Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 18 August 2020, 19:46
Replies: 8
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Posted By Festinghouse
You might enjoy reading this, South Stack & Back...

You might enjoy reading this, South Stack & Back – Powerboat & RIB Magazine (https://www.powerboatandrib.com/2017/10/19/south-stack-back/)
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 18 August 2020, 19:13
Replies: 8
Views: 820
Posted By Festinghouse
Trearddur is a fantastic place to explore - you...

Trearddur is a fantastic place to explore - you will love it. I'm based just outside Holyhead, if i'm in your area then i'll let you know
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 August 2020, 19:09
Replies: 16
Views: 1,736
Posted By Festinghouse
Ive had it for a while, though only used a...

Ive had it for a while, though only used a handful of times. Very handy indeed, with so many potential uses. As others have said, its no replacement aboard a boat, but certainly a welcome addition.
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 July 2019, 19:30
Replies: 12
Views: 2,269
Posted By Festinghouse
its a heavy cast iron weight once used for...

its a heavy cast iron weight once used for weighing sacks of coal. an anchor needs to dig in and relies on a horizontal pull. the compact dimensions and dead weight mean that you only need a very...
Forum: Trailers & towing 24 July 2019, 18:54
Replies: 12
Views: 2,269
Posted By Festinghouse
personally i use an old avery coal weight. onto...

personally i use an old avery coal weight. onto this i have a 2m length of rope, then a small buoy and carbine hook.
launch the boat and wade out with the boat and weight, then leave the weight...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 07 January 2019, 12:22
Replies: 7
Views: 1,358
Posted By Festinghouse
As far as I know they work with all smart craft....

As far as I know they work with all smart craft. Still have the buzzer in the control box for warnings
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 January 2019, 19:55
Replies: 16
Views: 2,378
Posted By Festinghouse
if you cant locate the leak by inflating it, turn...

if you cant locate the leak by inflating it, turn suit inside out again, and fill with water. be careful not to splash water anywhere as you'll be thinking its leaking everywhere!
Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 January 2019, 14:30
Replies: 7
Views: 1,358
Posted By Festinghouse
i run a standard tacho, but have installed...

i run a standard tacho, but have installed mercury vessel view - bluetooth module installed within the engine and sends all engine info to your phone. seems to work well.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 18 March 2018, 16:37
Replies: 170
Views: 22,729
Posted By Festinghouse
lifeboat is in the inner harbour, which is...

lifeboat is in the inner harbour, which is restricted access being a port. toilet stop isnt very practical as there is nowhere to tie up. your only option would be to beach the boats along newry...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 January 2018, 20:14
Replies: 13
Views: 3,642
Posted By Festinghouse
haha, now there's an idea!

haha, now there's an idea!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 January 2018, 19:35
Replies: 13
Views: 3,642
Posted By Festinghouse
ive made 2, with the 2nd one being by far the...

ive made 2, with the 2nd one being by far the best. its made out of reinforced pvc similar to wagon curtain sides, with all the joins overlapped and welded rather than sewn. this is quite easy with...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 21 January 2018, 13:40
Replies: 170
Views: 22,729
Posted By Festinghouse
i will of course be there nick. holyhead lifeboat...

i will of course be there nick. holyhead lifeboat is an impressive boat, and well worth a look around.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 31 December 2017, 17:16
Replies: 13
Views: 4,697
Posted By Festinghouse
yeah top bloke and does laser cutting of name...

yeah top bloke and does laser cutting of name badges etc. only down the road from me if you need me to call in for anything.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 31 May 2017, 17:17
Replies: 19
Views: 2,415
Posted By Festinghouse
dont worry at all about salt water - just flush...

dont worry at all about salt water - just flush the engine out each time and give everything a good wash. the sea is much more interesting with a shoreline that constantly changes with the tide.
Forum: Bits and pieces 10 May 2017, 22:20
Replies: 9
Views: 1,404
Posted By Festinghouse
ive got standard tacho's if you decide thats what...

ive got standard tacho's if you decide thats what you want. pm me a sensible offer
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 May 2017, 19:52
Replies: 207
Views: 36,065
Posted By Festinghouse
one for you phil

one for you phil
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 April 2017, 08:16
Replies: 10
Views: 1,953
Posted By Festinghouse
your first proper run out feels amazing, and for...

your first proper run out feels amazing, and for any of us, seeing dolphins is simply the icing on the cake. well done!
Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 23 January 2017, 06:27
Replies: 13
Views: 1,738
Posted By Festinghouse
hi gazza, as stated already your boat is on the...

hi gazza, as stated already your boat is on the small size, but of course you cant go too much bigger if carrying it around in a motorhome, so like everyone you make the best of what you have. what...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 January 2017, 20:54
Replies: 18
Views: 6,013
Posted By Festinghouse
the gates fuel hose will flop and lie wherever...

the gates fuel hose will flop and lie wherever you want it, though this doesnt mean that kinks easily. it really is user friendly, and thats why i use it!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 January 2017, 20:49
Replies: 2
Views: 1,292
Posted By Festinghouse
hi steve, yes you need to register - this is...

hi steve, yes you need to register - this is simply to prove that you have valid insurance, search on anglesey council website. where on anglesey are you heading?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 January 2017, 14:40
Replies: 18
Views: 6,013
Posted By Festinghouse
ive found that lots of ethanol proof fuel lines...

ive found that lots of ethanol proof fuel lines for outboards quickly go hard, dont flex and stop sealing on fittings so leak. after trying different pipe over the years i now only use Gates fuel...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 January 2017, 15:27
Replies: 207
Views: 36,065
Posted By Festinghouse
yep planning being there one way or another

yep planning being there one way or another
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 December 2016, 20:20
Replies: 75
Views: 12,965
Posted By Festinghouse
store your boat by the sea phil, then strip out...

store your boat by the sea phil, then strip out the brakes. i do this and also use a crap set of bearings and have a pair of galvanised wheels for launching through the season. i refit all the brakes...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 November 2016, 07:17
Replies: 75
Views: 12,965
Posted By Festinghouse
Just have to see how it goes now! Sent from...

Just have to see how it goes now!

Sent from my S30 using RIB Net mobile app (https://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=84519)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 November 2016, 08:31
Replies: 75
Views: 12,965
Posted By Festinghouse
Hang on, you've only just decided to keep Beretta!

Hang on, you've only just decided to keep Beretta!
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