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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 June 2010, 10:41

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Sounds a bit like the weather I had to face... Sounds a bit like the weather I had to face crossing back from Belle Ile to the mainland last summer. The rest of the family opted for the ferry, so I was on my own! It's 15km, and I got pretty wet....

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 June 2010, 07:10

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Thanks for the advice. Although we generally... Thanks for the advice. Although we generally don't go out if the sea's at all rough, (2 kids) there are times, such as when we come back from a few days on one of the islands, (Belle Ile, etc) when...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2010, 16:31

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Read the title of the thread. It says 'deep V'.... Read the title of the thread. It says 'deep V'. That is what I would prefer, so no, not any old rib. But hey, if deep V's are so hard to come by, then I'll just have to rethink won't I?

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2010, 11:33

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Looks good, ticks alot of boxes, nice looking... Looks good, ticks alot of boxes, nice looking boat. Only concern is the 40hp motor instead of a 50 or 60. Will be in touch.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2010, 11:31

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker A couple of years ago I bought a brand new Honda... A couple of years ago I bought a brand new Honda CRV to my spec. Waited a month. Having said that, if they had had the same spec in stock, but blue or silver instead of black, I probably would...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2010, 11:25

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Could you elaborate/translate? Could you elaborate/translate?

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2010, 09:30

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Er, I speak fluent French and this is not... Er, I speak fluent French and this is not funny.......? I am not a rib 'nut'. I am unlikey to discuss the thickness of my Hypalon tubes down the pub with my mates. I just want to get out on the...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 June 2010, 19:20

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker I would simply like to buy a high quality 4.7 to... I would simply like to buy a high quality 4.7 to 5.2m deep V rib from a company that has a good reputation. I don't need lots of bells and whistles, I'm not fussy about the colour and I would be...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 June 2010, 16:18

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Ribcraft must know what they sell most of. If... Ribcraft must know what they sell most of. If it's two jockeys with basic console, then make a few of them. If there is demand for more boats, then why not make them? Higher turnover should =...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 June 2010, 13:58

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker I couldn't really give a monkey's what colour it... I couldn't really give a monkey's what colour it is as long as it's not pink.... I totally accept that if you want one quickly you can't specify your own build. But, if you just want a fairly...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 June 2010, 11:04

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker That's all fair enough, but when the customer,... That's all fair enough, but when the customer, keen to get on the water in June is presented with a selection of other boats in stock at dealers, the Ribcraft had better be alot better to justify...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 June 2010, 12:44

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker I'm no expert on this, but it seems to me that... I'm no expert on this, but it seems to me that whilst most ribs have a fairly deep, sharp bow, where they differ most is at the rear. My Capelli had a fairly flat V at the back whilst the pictures of...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 June 2010, 06:47

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Thankyou Screaming4! That's kind of what I had... Thankyou Screaming4! That's kind of what I had guessed. So the only possible conclusion then is that the French are lightweight summer cruisers, whilst the British are hard core all-weather kind...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 June 2010, 19:47

Replies: 50 Why a deep V? Views: 9,377 Posted By bernithebiker Why a deep V? I have just sold our Capelli 5.70m with 100 Yam for a shade under 20 000 Euros (3 years old, 39 hours). We need a smaller, more workmanlike boat, for a bit less money, and I'm looking at Ribcraft...

Forum: Engines & props 25 May 2010, 14:43

Replies: 8 Yamaha 60 cooling issue Views: 2,451 Posted By bernithebiker Wightdiver - I just ran my engine again in a... Wightdiver - I just ran my engine again in a barrel of water, and the telltale was very limp. Using a piece of fine wire, I gently probed up the telltale spout, and almost immediately, the jet...

Forum: Engines & props 25 May 2010, 09:34

Replies: 8 Yamaha 60 cooling issue Views: 2,451 Posted By bernithebiker I have the exact same problem on a Yamaha F100... I have the exact same problem on a Yamaha F100 which is 3 years old and has only done 38 hours. The telltale jet is much weaker than it used to be, but went for a good blast at WOT for a good 10...

Forum: Engines & props 27 July 2008, 06:56

Replies: 12 Engine servicing costs, Yamaha F100 Views: 3,857 Posted By bernithebiker I watched the guy do most of it; Oil change,... I watched the guy do most of it; Oil change, engine and gearbox. Oil filter changed. Thermostat removal and greasing Propellor removal and greasing. Removal and greasing of various bolts...

Forum: Engines & props 26 July 2008, 21:12

Replies: 12 Engine servicing costs, Yamaha F100 Views: 3,857 Posted By bernithebiker 180 Euros for the 1st (10 hour) service on my... 180 Euros for the 1st (10 hour) service on my F100. (About £144)

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 July 2008, 16:49

Replies: 9 Anti corrosion tip Views: 1,623 Posted By bernithebiker Interesting comments....... It was our local... Interesting comments....... It was our local Yamaha certified mechanic that gave me the tip. Perhaps the best bet is to leave it half in, half out, i.e. engine centered......, hey who cares,...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 July 2008, 12:02

Replies: 9 Anti corrosion tip Views: 1,623 Posted By bernithebiker Anti corrosion tip This one may well be known to some of the salty sea dogs out there, but I didn't and thought it quite a useful one; When the boat is being kept at sea, or going into storage, turn the engine fully...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 July 2008, 10:15

Replies: 6 How rough is too rough? Views: 1,796 Posted By bernithebiker The wind is onshore being from the West, but one... The wind is onshore being from the West, but one small crumb of comfort is that in heading towards Belle Ile, we are heading due West, so the island itself should provide some protection. Turns...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 July 2008, 06:56

Replies: 6 How rough is too rough? Views: 1,796 Posted By bernithebiker Hi - it's odd - meteofrance is saying 20km/h... Hi - it's odd - meteofrance is saying 20km/h wind, whilst the 'meteo-mer' is saying up to Beaufort Force 5, so not sure who to believe, although they both seem to be lowering their wind speeds this...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 July 2008, 21:20

Replies: 6 How rough is too rough? Views: 1,796 Posted By bernithebiker How rough is too rough? Just hoping I can tap into the extensive experience of some of you old sea dogs out there..... We are hoping to make a short crossing tomorrow from the Morbihan (NW France, Atlantic), and it looks...

Forum: Engines & props 05 July 2008, 17:51

Replies: 15 Flushing question Views: 3,353 Posted By bernithebiker There always seems to be lots of different... There always seems to be lots of different opinions on this subject. I flushed my Yam F60 using the hose connector, WITH the engine running, for over a year. Then I stopped 'cos I feared I might...

Forum: Engines & props 27 May 2008, 16:39

Replies: 11 flushing with antifreeze mixture Views: 3,133 Posted By bernithebiker Alcohols are simply a group of chemicals with a... Alcohols are simply a group of chemicals with a Carbon, Oxygen and Hydrogen bond in a certain way. Ethanol, and methanol are both alcohols.

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