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Forum: Commercial operators 06 January 2025, 12:59

Replies: 1 Workboat 3 cabling Views: 572 Posted By Dry_Doc Workboat 3 cabling Afternoon all, I'm in the process of coding a 7m catamaran under WB3. The surveyor is questioning whether the cable that we've used (Oceanflex) is compliant with the code. Does anyone have access...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 May 2024, 20:40

Replies: 18 Dry Suit Reasonable price Views: 1,071 Posted By Dry_Doc I had an Atacama Pro drysuit a couple of years... I had an Atacama Pro drysuit a couple of years ago. I always rated Crewsaver suits, as the ones I'd had previously were brilliant value for money and lasted well. The Atacama is easy to don, dry and...

Forum: Commercial operators 03 February 2024, 22:41

Replies: 12 Electronic Flares Views: 2,061 Posted By Dry_Doc That's the reason you get 2 x red handhelds and 2... That's the reason you get 2 x red handhelds and 2 orange smokes in the standard inshore flare pack.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 February 2024, 22:36

Replies: 14 Outboards Views: 1,188 Posted By Dry_Doc Steve has pretty much summed it up. If you don't... Steve has pretty much summed it up. If you don't have much experience, please get some training before going to sea. My suggested minimum equipment list: Powerboat Level 2 Anchor & chain/rope....

Forum: Commercial operators 08 January 2024, 05:31

Replies: 7 Category C rib and Code 3r (restricted) Views: 2,076 Posted By Dry_Doc RCD category C can be coded for cat 3R, but I... RCD category C can be coded for cat 3R, but I don't think you can use a single engined boat for advanced, as you have to cover use of twin engines, Have you spoken to recognition at the RYA?

Forum: Trailers & towing 03 January 2024, 10:54

Replies: 7 Advice please Views: 1,235 Posted By Dry_Doc I use a similar method to Nasher. A block of... I use a similar method to Nasher. A block of softwood between the engine and saddle, then a ratchet strap from the transom towing eyes over the leg. My engine manual explicitly states the the tilt...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 September 2023, 16:19

Replies: 3 Gel coat repair? Views: 1,158 Posted By Dry_Doc Any decent gel coat repair kit will work fine.... Any decent gel coat repair kit will work fine. Your biggest problem will be getting a good colour match! You don't say what boat you have, but most manufacturers sell repair kits for not much money,...

Forum: Commercial operators 15 June 2023, 08:15

Replies: 0 Seafish build certificate Views: 804 Posted By Dry_Doc Seafish build certificate Morning all! Does anyone have any experience of coding a vessel under the commercial workboat code(s), which has been built and certified to SFIA syandards? Can't get hold of my surveyor to...

Forum: Trailers & towing 21 January 2023, 06:39

Replies: 36 Axle bearings sealed or tapered Views: 6,342 Posted By Dry_Doc Yes, they have drain holes in them. See... Yes, they have drain holes in them. See whiskylee's reply!

Forum: Trailers & towing 18 January 2023, 20:44

Replies: 36 Axle bearings sealed or tapered Views: 6,342 Posted By Dry_Doc The original set of sealed bearings on my Bramber... The original set of sealed bearings on my Bramber single (Alko) axle trailer lasted 9 years. Subsequent sets lasted 3-4 years until tinworm got the better of the pressed steel, hollow drop arms. I...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 January 2022, 13:09

Replies: 20 Essential equipment for a RIB Views: 6,207 Posted By Dry_Doc I'd definitely add: A dry powder fire... I'd definitely add: A dry powder fire extinguisher. Basic frst aid kit. Baling equipment (electric pump + hand pump or bucket/baler). If you're new to boating, then PB2 is a very good idea....

Forum: Commercial operators 01 January 2022, 13:08

Replies: 9 Declaration of Conformity ISO 6185 for Coding Views: 2,001 Posted By Dry_Doc What engine(s) have you got? If it's set up for... What engine(s) have you got? If it's set up for XL shaft you should be ok. You need minimum 250mm freeboard but if you can't achieve this, then a bund is the way to go (as has been suggested).

Forum: Commercial operators 10 December 2021, 12:20

Replies: 9 Declaration of Conformity ISO 6185 for Coding Views: 2,001 Posted By Dry_Doc If Humber can't/won't provide an individual... If Humber can't/won't provide an individual certificate, I'm not sure what your other options are. At the beginning of the last coding of my boat (a 2005 6m Destroyer) the stability cert was...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 December 2021, 12:44

Replies: 16 Humber Destroyer - Transducer Views: 1,187 Posted By Dry_Doc My Destroyer has the (Garmin) transducer mounted... My Destroyer has the (Garmin) transducer mounted in that area but on the port side. It works reliably at all speeds.

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 August 2021, 07:20

Replies: 29 Did you give your rib a name? Views: 3,200 Posted By Dry_Doc Just remember that whatever you call your boat,... Just remember that whatever you call your boat, you'll have to use it in comms with the emergency services if things go pear shaped. Calling it 'Turdis' might seem funny at the time, but you'll be...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 August 2021, 21:43

Replies: 10 Support Boat Views: 1,057 Posted By Dry_Doc As I understand it, if anyone onboard a vessel is... As I understand it, if anyone onboard a vessel is being paid to be there, or the vessel owner is recieving payment to supply/operate the vessel, it's a commercial operation and the boat needs to be...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 August 2021, 12:23

Replies: 13 Advice needed over damaged engine Views: 1,467 Posted By Dry_Doc I'd have a reputable outboard engineer look at it... I'd have a reputable outboard engineer look at it for their opinion first. Engines are extremely hard to find at the moment, and prices are consequently sky-high. As has already been said, repair...

Forum: Commercial operators 13 June 2021, 16:33

Replies: 7 Rib Stability Views: 1,760 Posted By Dry_Doc The stability certificate from Humber for the... The stability certificate from Humber for the Destroyer covers every variant from 5 to 7 metres with any combination of engine(s) up to the maximum weight/power. This was accepted by the YDSA. Speak...

Forum: Trailers & towing 30 January 2021, 15:13

Replies: 57 SBS trailer Al-Ko Flange Nuts Views: 4,838 Posted By Dry_Doc The watertight integrity of the hubs depends on... The watertight integrity of the hubs depends on the fit of the covers. I usually reuse them once but never more than this. I use a wooden drift at a 'negative' angle (i.e. driven slightly from...

Forum: Commercial operators 29 January 2021, 17:42

Replies: 9 Coding checklist Views: 5,892 Posted By Dry_Doc I would echo the comments regarding speaking to a... I would echo the comments regarding speaking to a surveyor at the earliest opportunity. Spending a few quid to get their opinion is definitely the best option and will save you a load of hassle in...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 January 2021, 12:40

Replies: 22 Moving an SR4 Views: 2,643 Posted By Dry_Doc A small 2 wheel tractor unit like this would do... A small 2 wheel tractor unit like this would do the job. Fit a 50mm tow ball, pneumatic jockey wheel and you're good to go!...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 November 2020, 08:26

Replies: 2 Suzuki dt65 1998 Views: 679 Posted By Dry_Doc Could be mucky carbs or possibly fouled plugs?... Could be mucky carbs or possibly fouled plugs? What's the service status of the engine?

Forum: Commercial operators 13 June 2020, 21:13

Replies: 5 Coding Question Views: 2,550 Posted By Dry_Doc Our surveyor advised that if you add floor level... Our surveyor advised that if you add floor level vents to the compartment that the fuel tank is in, then it is no longer a sealed space where vapour can collect.

Forum: Trailers & towing 04 February 2019, 13:23

Replies: 38 What bearings? Views: 5,018 Posted By Dry_Doc We have Alko waterproof bearings on our RIB's... We have Alko waterproof bearings on our RIB's trailer, and I changed them last year for the first time. They were 13 years old and had just started to develop a little bit of play. They get a six...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 February 2019, 13:11

Replies: 16 Advice on storage/launch on the east coast Views: 3,228 Posted By Dry_Doc As Darren has already said, it's quite limited as... As Darren has already said, it's quite limited as to when you can use the slip. The tide does rip through there on a spring ebb. There is a boat lift facility at Fosdyke Yacht Haven but it's quite...

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