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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 March 2025, 21:49

Replies: 11 Gemini WR600 Views: 575 Posted By jonp why does a mooring mean you could use the boat... why does a mooring mean you could use the boat more ? Are there no public boat ramps. Ive just had a friend visit from the UK where we trailered my boat to different ramps and used the boat almost...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 February 2025, 23:00

Replies: 11 Dirty Sponsons - Clean and Protect Views: 1,003 Posted By jonp I use starbrite products too and been very happy... I use starbrite products too and been very happy with the results. When people buy a product advertised safe to on plastics etc you at least have some sort of backup if these products damage your...

Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 12 February 2025, 02:23

Replies: 15 Zodiac Pro 420 planing and porpoising Views: 860 Posted By jonp Its not nit picking, its speaking from owning... Its not nit picking, its speaking from owning small boats with heavy loads in the rear. The 6m work boat we use carries up to 1.5tons of shellfish and is powered by a 225 and no trim tabs needed as...

Forum: Engines & props 12 February 2025, 01:42

Replies: 3 Overtightened prop nut… the results! Views: 400 Posted By jonp Oh deer, lesson learnt. I tighten with one hand... Oh deer, lesson learnt. I tighten with one hand and not over forcefully, been doing it this way for almost 50yrs and never had an issue and averaging 1500 engine hours per year on the work boat.

Forum: Electrics and electronics 12 February 2025, 01:39

Replies: 5 Transducer Compatibility Views: 1,186 Posted By jonp Many are comparable, however some may need an... Many are comparable, however some may need an adapter or an adapter junction box. Transducers can vary heaps in price and capability, so why not simply upgrade the transducer too. I converted a...

Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 09 February 2025, 23:10

Replies: 15 Zodiac Pro 420 planing and porpoising Views: 860 Posted By jonp I have almost 200kg of engine on the back of my... I have almost 200kg of engine on the back of my 14,6 boat, don't need any weight put up the front. All the corrections in keeping the bow down are from the transom and engine. If the engine isn't...

Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 09 February 2025, 09:37

Replies: 15 Zodiac Pro 420 planing and porpoising Views: 860 Posted By jonp Disagree, these boats should perform correctly... Disagree, these boats should perform correctly without having to add weight.

Forum: RIBs for sale 09 February 2025, 06:30

Replies: 0 Zodiac 500pro Views: 289 Posted By jonp Zodiac 500pro Selling my daughters zodiac as she's not getting enough time to use it since becoming a full time commercial skipper. When the weather's to bad for her to use the 50ft boat, its also to rough to use...

Forum: Say Hello | New Member Introductions 08 February 2025, 12:06

Replies: 15 Zodiac Pro 420 planing and porpoising Views: 860 Posted By jonp Ive used Bennetts slt trim tabs on many boats and... Ive used Bennetts slt trim tabs on many boats and found they worked as advertised with the exceptions of being on a zodiac 550 pro. I wouldn't use trim tabs on these small boats. Is there an...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 07 February 2025, 05:27

Replies: 16 Have you been out yet? Views: 938 Posted By jonp I used my boats all year when I lived in the UK,... I used my boats all year when I lived in the UK, I never heard of wintering boats back then. I also worked on commercial trawlers and crab boats etc as well as recreationally fished and dived. Here...

Forum: Engines & props 06 February 2025, 10:27

Replies: 4 Which prop to use Views: 393 Posted By jonp Yamaha this side of the pond recommend propping... Yamaha this side of the pond recommend propping to the higher end of max rpm. When we prop tested an F70 on three boats Ive owned with different dealerships they have gone for the 6000-6200 range. ...

Forum: Engines & props 06 February 2025, 10:19

Replies: 4 Which prop to use Views: 393 Posted By jonp I had an F70 on a 5m zodiac, which I owned two... I had an F70 on a 5m zodiac, which I owned two props for. A 13 pitch and a 15 pitch. I used a prop lock instead of the usual nut and split pin which meant I could quickly and easily swap props...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 December 2024, 23:44

Replies: 17 Polyethylene Boats Views: 1,046 Posted By jonp Polycraft are sold here in Aus. I looked at... Polycraft are sold here in Aus. I looked at buying one years ago but was put off after speaking with a few people that owned them. They will normally require more hp than similar aluminium or...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 December 2024, 04:40

Replies: 14 What do people want from a RIB Views: 1,587 Posted By jonp I fitted mine out with all the above but it would... I fitted mine out with all the above but it would be nice to have them as an option. Some sort of kevlar protection where I gaff and drag tuna aboard would be nice.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 December 2024, 13:04

Replies: 14 What do people want from a RIB Views: 1,587 Posted By jonp For most of the style of boating I do with those... For most of the style of boating I do with those sized engines 120lt will do as this will still give 200km+ safe range with that sort of size hp but I have days where the tuna etc can be pushing my...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 December 2024, 10:25

Replies: 14 What do people want from a RIB Views: 1,587 Posted By jonp 5.5m has always been a sweet spot in terms of... 5.5m has always been a sweet spot in terms of running costs and sea handling capabilities. 130hp Yam 4 stroke and 150-200lt fuel tank underfloor. Merury would be my second choice having used them...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 December 2024, 01:16

Replies: 44 Sib anchor Views: 2,703 Posted By jonp This is another marine grade galvanised chain... This is another marine grade galvanised chain with a Cooper anchor in my daughter 2014 zodiac, which has been in the boat sitting on wet rope since she bought the boat. You need to look at better...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 December 2024, 01:12

Replies: 44 Sib anchor Views: 2,703 Posted By jonp It's a nylon mesh that allows water to drain. If... It's a nylon mesh that allows water to drain. If people are that particular they could simply spray their chain, rope or any other item with a garden hose. Personally I don't spray mine and the chain...

Forum: Electrics and electronics 02 December 2024, 21:16

Replies: 11 Garmin 923 xsv Views: 920 Posted By jonp You don't have to drill the transom when using... You don't have to drill the transom when using transom mount transducers. Ive been putting these on boats for several years and not had one fail.

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 December 2024, 21:09

Replies: 44 Sib anchor Views: 2,703 Posted By jonp Most people here use chain guard, which you can... Most people here use chain guard, which you can buy in various colours. It makes pulling chain and shackles over tubes pretty safe. Not sure on the eBay stuff if it's the same but it's pretty cheap...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 December 2024, 12:13

Replies: 44 Sib anchor Views: 2,703 Posted By jonp I got put onto Cooper anchors from a commercial... I got put onto Cooper anchors from a commercial navy diver and rib owner. I was so impressed with the one I got for my daughter's 5m rib that I bought a second one as a backup anchor for when I head...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 November 2024, 12:01

Replies: 19 Pulley system for sib or winch Views: 1,005 Posted By jonp How about 4 lengths of 90mm plastic drainage pipe... How about 4 lengths of 90mm plastic drainage pipe with capped ends cut to a length of 1,5m ish each. Simply put it under the boat to make it easier to pull up the beach and keep rotating from from...

Forum: Trailers & towing 21 November 2024, 19:49

Replies: 6 Setting up Trailer for MilPro Mark V Views: 1,475 Posted By jonp Any boat I ever buy, I set the trailer up so I... Any boat I ever buy, I set the trailer up so I can quickly and easily drive the boat onto the trailer. Setting up the v bunks with plastic bunks that line the boat to the centre makes life so easy....

Forum: Electrics and electronics 20 November 2024, 21:17

Replies: 8 engine alert Views: 601 Posted By jonp Oh yes, that will be the sensor, very common on... Oh yes, that will be the sensor, very common on that engine :thumbs: Really though, you will need to at least say what engine it is. An alarm can be from a list of things and the quickest fix is...

Forum: Other stuff 20 November 2024, 21:12

Replies: 11 Daughters fiesta broke down in France... Views: 773 Posted By jonp It's not just your side of the pond that has... It's not just your side of the pond that has these dodgy breakdown policy scams. I had breakdown insurance which Ive been paying for almost 30yrs but found that in my small print it only covered me...

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