Help ! Having had my 2003 232 cuddy for only 6 weeks I am shocked to find the curved windscreen panel in front of the helm (stbd side) has shattered apparently...
I recommend you contact the importer Cambrian. We never experienced this problem before and needs to be examined for the actual cause. Graham Rinker Direct ...
Thanks Graham, I will speak to Cambrian direct. I agree this is a strange one so I will keep the group informed. I would also like to say we remain very...
Very sorry to hear about your problem, I have a 232 and never thought that to be possible, since you mentioned it, I've been up and checked mine, although its...
So why do boat dealers differ from Car Dealers?? If theres a warranty problem with a car, you are able to take it too any garage that deals with that brand of...
Thanks for your sugestions guys, I have been away for a few days but had spoken to a mechanic (I think) at Cambrian last week - who didnt appear to be able to...
Each Rinker dealer is expected to carry out a comprehensive pre-delivery inspection on every boat before delivery to the client. We also take each new owner on...
Graham, I take all your points and understand that there are differences between boat and car dealers, I am also pleased that Rinker has a high quality record...
Steve I have not seen the photos you refer to, please let me know how I can see them. Keep trying to get in touch with Cambrian, like us, they are very busy...
Hi Graham, The photos in question can be seen in the 'Photos' section to the left, and are in a file called 'Screen'. Interesting to read what you say about...
Yes agreed, but the downside of the extended swim platform is that in a Marina like Eastbourne it costs you an extra £200 per year for your berth due to the...
Gentlemen, Thanks for the very interesting thread we have kept going here covering lots of related Rinker issues. I and I am sure other owners are learning...
Hi My name is Andy Seaton and I have just bought a 232 cuddy from Cambrian. I am interested in hearing from ANY of you out there about the positives (and...
Welcome Andy There is another group that you could join as well as this one and you can find it at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Rinker/ there are more...
Hi Chris Thanks for the note. I will keep the boat on its trailer (came with boat) in a covered storage locally (Oxford). I drive a Toyota 4WD so no problem...
Be sure to flush the engine with fresh water each time she's back on your trailer and make sure you properly drain the block before the winter. Replace the...
What Toyota? I've been looking at Hi-Lux Surfs, 3.0 turbo diesel. The Range Rover I use to tow the boat has been a disaster. Boat is a Rinker v190 on a 4 ...
Hi Damon I have the V8 petrol Amazon. The car itself weighs in at 3240kg and the boat and SBS EL3000 together top at 2500kg. The V8 is thirsty but we also tow...
Actually, 40 mpg. gallon of water that is, it's just had two head gaskets replaced and still leaks. Petrol is about 10 mpg. Better than the boat, just! Damon....
In addition to the zincs on the outdrives, I am using a grouper zinc hanging from the dock. It needs to be attached to a part of the boat that is grounded....
Hi shippan I thought I would respond to your email, although I do not have an answers for you, but keypart.co.uk would be very helpful in this situation. They...
Hi, I know this will not effect most of you directly, but i feel strong enough about it too ask for your help. Please follow the link and sign the petition. ...
Hi All I'm just about to purchase a nice new Fiesta Vee 250 - anybody got any thoughts about this boat as I am entirely new to the pastime - is there a better...
Hi Mark, Welcome to the group. Sorry for the delay in replying, Its never a good idea to write a message on a Friday, or the weekend, as most people are...
