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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 September 2023, 16:13

Replies: 7 Launching from Porthgain Views: 1,455 Posted By Quicksilver mike I was there 2 weeks ago, i didnt launch but... I was there 2 weeks ago, i didnt launch but thought it looked like a great place to launch from and the shed fish and chip restaurant was very good. There was plenty of parking available its...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 June 2022, 17:39

Replies: 26 looking for quick SIB 30 knots+ Views: 3,566 Posted By Quicksilver mike I measured 47 kmh which i believe us a touch over... I measured 47 kmh which i believe us a touch over 25 knots on my Quicksilver 380 in the sea with a mariner 25hp 2 stroke. 1 person on board I have measured 53kmh on a well known river in London...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 May 2022, 20:27

Replies: 6 yamaha 40 hp help sought Views: 1,259 Posted By Quicksilver mike Thankyou for all your help, i replaced the cables... Thankyou for all your help, i replaced the cables from the battery to the motor and everything is now working. Many thanks!

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 May 2022, 16:37

Replies: 6 yamaha 40 hp help sought Views: 1,259 Posted By Quicksilver mike yamaha 40 hp help sought I have a yamaha 40 2 stroke that seems to have an odd issue: The electric start and tilt stopped working. My 1st thought was that the battery must be the issue, i removed the battery trickle...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 17 August 2021, 15:01

Replies: 5 Regulations on Irish Lakes Views: 2,755 Posted By Quicksilver mike Lough Erne regulation is that anything over 10hp... Lough Erne regulation is that anything over 10hp is supposed to be registered, however you would rarely bump into the warden.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 March 2021, 09:43

Replies: 5 Donegal/ Rathlin Rib Trips, Advice on sea worthiness and gaining experience Views: 1,261 Posted By Quicksilver mike If I were you I would launch the boat in Creevy... If I were you I would launch the boat in Creevy outside Ballyshannon (good slipway) and maybe head to killybegs or up to Mullaghmore, just to familiarise yourself with running the boat in the sea...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 July 2020, 12:49

Replies: 76 How mad am I? Views: 7,037 Posted By Quicksilver mike I understand your point about not being able to... I understand your point about not being able to fit a dashboard into a new one however, have you considered a new (slightly modified version) dashboard to fit a new boat? i may be mistaken, but seem...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 January 2019, 09:47

Replies: 42 SIBing around St Ives - any tips... Views: 8,272 Posted By Quicksilver mike I launched my Quicksilver 380 in St. Ives last... I launched my Quicksilver 380 in St. Ives last summer (inflated on slipway from car boot 1st thing in the morning when its quiet), the slipway where the yellow inflatable boat hire operate from is...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 September 2016, 09:27

Replies: 1,217 SIB's spotted on eBay thread Views: 226,147 Posted By Quicksilver mike EX RNLI D CLASS SIB / RIB INSHORE LIFEBOAT RESCUE... EX RNLI D CLASS SIB / RIB INSHORE LIFEBOAT RESCUE CRAFT (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EX-RNLI-D-CLASS-SIB-RIB-INSHORE-LIFEBOAT-RESCUE-CRAFT-/252547276833?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368) Hard to tell...

Forum: Bits and pieces 19 August 2016, 08:05

Replies: 1 For Sale: Mercury 15hp 2 stroke 2004 Views: 985 Posted By Quicksilver mike Mercury 15hp 2 stroke 2004 As above 2004 Mercury 15hp 2 stroke Outboard for sale, fully serviced including new spark plugs and Carb clean. Excellent runner never misses a beat. Very shiny paint. Included in the sale: -...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 August 2016, 08:22

Replies: 19 What happens if I fix my sib's floors? Views: 4,172 Posted By Quicksilver mike When I bought my boat i had a similar problem,... When I bought my boat i had a similar problem, the boat didn't come with any stringers. After taking advice from guys here on the form i decided against having timber stringers made and after...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 June 2016, 08:27

Replies: 1 Quicksilver 380 Inflatable keel Repair Views: 1,434 Posted By Quicksilver mike Quicksilver 380 Inflatable keel Repair Hi, I have noticed a joint at the rear of my inflatable keel has begin to split, which is gradually causing the inflatable keel to loose pressure. I am looking for advice on how to repair....

Forum: Bits and pieces 11 June 2016, 06:07

Replies: 2 Free: Free Honwave pressure gauge Views: 738 Posted By Quicksilver mike Pm sent Pm sent

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 May 2016, 08:18

Replies: 1,217 SIB's spotted on eBay thread Views: 226,147 Posted By Quicksilver mike Quicksilver on Gumtree https://www.gumtree.com/p/boats-kayaks-jet-skis/quicksilver-380-hd-3.8m-rib-inflatable-boat-with-9.8-hp-mercury-outboard.-must-go-need-space/1171201282 Old motor but must be a bargain at that...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 25 April 2016, 20:07

Replies: 19 Getting your SIB planing Views: 7,513 Posted By Quicksilver mike I have a Quicksilver 380 hd with mercury 15hp 2... I have a Quicksilver 380 hd with mercury 15hp 2 stroke, it planes with 3 adults well but 4 is a struggle. I am considering a 25hp 2 stroke Yamaha, how do you think that would perform?

Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 26 August 2015, 21:54

Replies: 13 Salcombe & Cornwall - SIB Views: 3,221 Posted By Quicksilver mike Nice video I will look out for the boat... Nice video I will look out for the boat round salcombe and say hello if I see you. Hope we get some decent weather so can make it round to Newtown ferrers

Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 26 August 2015, 08:24

Replies: 13 Salcombe & Cornwall - SIB Views: 3,221 Posted By Quicksilver mike Whats the name of the yacht you will be on and... Whats the name of the yacht you will be on and what type of boat is it? Ill keep and eye out for you. Mike

Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 25 August 2015, 13:31

Replies: 13 Salcombe & Cornwall - SIB Views: 3,221 Posted By Quicksilver mike Salcombe & Cornwall - SIB Ill be heading down to Salcombe for the Bank Holiday, probably just Cruising round the estuary, depending on the weather. Ive been coming here for years. From Monday I'll be in Coverack in...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 August 2015, 19:18

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike Thanks to everyone for there help, support and... Thanks to everyone for there help, support and advice. Managed to source 2 1 piece metal stringers from a Yamaha inflatable for £68 including postage fitted them to the boards tonight and they fit...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 July 2015, 14:29

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike I tested the engine last night and it was running... I tested the engine last night and it was running 100% In terms of following up with then ebay seller, my bid of £845 won the auction however he only took £800 from me, and gave me a gallon on 2...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 July 2015, 21:13

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike Got the valve sorted so happy with that. ... Got the valve sorted so happy with that. Regarding the stringers/joiners/joining bars the seller says he didn't know it was supposed to have any. I have asked for a price from my local Mercury...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 July 2015, 14:47

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike I came across this site that seem to list them at... I came across this site that seem to list them at $12.48 each, works out at £31 before postage. Quicksilver Inflatables(380 / 380E) (Page 2) FOR INFLATABLE BOAT QUICKSILVER PVC SOFT BOTTOM...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 July 2015, 13:17

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike Quicksilver 12ft Inflatable Boat & Mercury Engine... Quicksilver 12ft Inflatable Boat & Mercury Engine | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191626395891) Im not sure this will work

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 July 2015, 12:51

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike I didn't realise they were missing when Bought... I didn't realise they were missing when Bought it, to be honest but I payed £800 for the boat and outboard so if I have to fork out a bit for the stringers it's not the end of the world. What kind...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 July 2015, 09:46

Replies: 38 Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Views: 9,016 Posted By Quicksilver mike Quicksilver 380 hd- Advice wanted Hi just bought a quicksilver 380hd from ebay in fairly good condition at a good price. I have noticed it hasn't come with the strengthening bars that join the boards together each side, can anyone...

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