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Probably been answered before but can`t find anything On the mast heel there is a 1/2" diam S/S pin that I want to remove .It was put in by the mast manufacturer (now defunct) The problemis it just won`t move ,it seeems to be well and truly corroded to ta aluminium heel. I have tried tapping...

In the supplement to PBO giving details of RYA Shorebased courses,on page 15 Marine short range certificate it states, quote "If you own a marine VHF radio---you are required by law to hold an operators licence,This means knowing procedures--- However in Issue 6 of Airwaves Q&A The Facts it...

Thanks very much for the welcome info. I will give them a ring . It seemed strange but all the search engines came up zilch I suppose they dont have a web site Thanks to all for your replies Derek. <hr width=100% size=1>

Does anyone know what happened to I.Y.E. Were they taken over or did they go bust?. I have some I.Y.E. track on my boat and want a new traveller for it. Will I have to replace with current producers equipment or can bits still be obtained? Thanks. <hr width=100% size=1>

Many thanks for the info. Will give them a call .This is what I was hoping for someone who had actual hands on experience. Thanks again, Derek <hr width=100% size=1>

Thanks for the reply Chris ,but I can`t get any reply from their phone and have been told on previous post that they no longer exist. Do you know something I don`t. Their disappearance prompted my post Thanks anyhow. <hr width=100% size=1>

As I had no reply as to how I can change the furling line on my "Tab Sails in-mast" reefing system I presume nobody on this forum has one. So, now the only way I can think of, is to find a Mast/Rigging service that may have knowledge of the system. Can anyone help me in this search , I`m...

Thanks for the info .Can Barry please get his directory changed to delete businesses that no longer trade. It would help wasting time .How about it Mr. Hollamby <hr width=100% size=1>

I have a Tab "In-Mast" furling mast, it needs the furling line replaced. I can`t see how to do it so got Tab Sails phone number from this site`s directory to seek their help. However when I dial their number I get a message "the number does not exist".(Kim- Do you update your directory info?)...

On this site click on "directory" When it comes up, in the search box type Raymarine, click "go" and up will come two addresses for them one in the US and the other in Portsmouth , with telephone ,fax ,E-mail,and web site info. hope this may be of use (yesAutohelm is now Raymarine) <hr...

Re: "Which?" report needed Huh! RYA .When the requirement for radar reflectors came in, and knowing all the controversy over their effectiveness I contacted the RYA to see if they recommened any particular type or any advice on choice. I got a snotty reply from Kathryn Burnett who said they...

Re: Berths in Spain Yes ,too true. My 10 metre boat which cost approx. £1700 2years ago has gone up in two years to £5600. There was a lot of "getting rid of black money" just before the introduction of the Euro with marina berths and boats being high on the list. Not only Spaniards but...

The best plywood is Bruynzeel. Its expensive though. Look up www.hulley-marine.co.uk Its a good site . Hope it might help Derek <hr width=100% size=1>

Just seen on the Spanish TV that not only Algeria had a quake but a smaller one in the Balearics caused a bit of havoc when a ensuing tidal wave swamped and sank over a hundred boats.Admittedly most of them were small but some bigger yachts and a medium size catamaran were also sunk. Should...

Thanks, Steve ,I understand the difference now. Great to get expert advice. I had seen that one extinguisher manufacturer was offering a 25% discount on their new units if you returned your old Halon units. This made me think -extra work at a reduced price-smells of rip-off to me. over priced...