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jac
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I almost always have the engine running to deploy or retrieve the anchor, but as you say, if i wanted to let a few metres of chain out i...
Yesterday at 12:56
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Crazed port lights and hatches, Any fix other than replacement?
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Hatch covers are available at swindleries for a not bad price (relative to expected swindlery price points ) and as said - anyone with...
Yesterday at 09:58
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For the sake of a tenner I'd fit an ebay controller.
Sunday at 21:17
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UK cruising/circumnavigation planning - big questions so far
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The OP is planning to use a charter boat which is for a very specific limited time period which inevitably closes off many of the options.
22 May 2024
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So we're agreed then. OP should charter a different boat for a different time of year and a different length of charter, and they should...
22 May 2024
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There is a potential plan - hire a boat in Scotland for a month then the other boat from Portsmouth later on. Skip the delivery trips...
22 May 2024
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Hi Again all, thanks very much for all the replies! I think my main takeaway points are: - We don't have enough time to get around with...
22 May 2024
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You are running a very high risk of not completing a round Britain in the time available. What would you then have to pay to return the...
21 May 2024
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My honest advice? At that time of year, it could easily become very arduous. It’s autumn you can expect some persistent gales, it will...
21 May 2024
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Long term boat project and family life, What (not) to do?
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Do not expect to be able to work both days at weekends and with your annual leave. I assume you have just one child but one parent will...
12 May 2024
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Do you want a boat or a project , if it’s a boat to use then. Work over time at work if you can’t then find a part time job . Save up...
12 May 2024
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I don't want to spoil your dream, but this kind of undertaking tends to either bond family members - or split them. Apart from the...
12 May 2024
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Charging engine battery
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I've seen all sorts of odd wiring, including from the factory. I would fit a VSR to charge the engine battery. I would also fit an...
7 May 2024
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Cost to fit wind mast head unit and cable.
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Back to OP’s question - I just paid £144 for labour for two people for and hour to look at my wind instruments and fix a problem. I...
5 May 2024
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River Dart, Singlehander for Newbie
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The Solent has strong currents. Just have to work with them when cruising.
2 May 2024
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