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I have decided to put new oil and filter on to run the engine without cooling for a minute or so to flush emulsified oil out, maybe...

Yesterday was first start of the engine after a full rebuild, started and ran fine. After running for a few minutes stopped it to check...

I have recently completly replaced all the woodwork on my project boat which is constructed in a similar way to yours. As I removed the...

From the circuit diagram, the starter relay has a brown cable running to it (amongst others) and the pre heat relay has a yellow cable...

Ha Ha.... thats exactly why my Nannis would not start, same symptom!

Different people want different things, me, I want a turnkey boat where I can spend my introduction to boating learning how to go...

I believe they were 40 x 3mm or 40 x 3.5mm I bought both but can't establish which was right! Sorry

Are you intending to base your boat in UK or, say, the South of France. Makes a big difference to your choices and way of boating. e.g...

Just spoke to Poole RNLI, they dont help with disposal anymore. I am not buying anymore so I dont think Force 4 will take them. Ocean...

Thanks, I will call them on Monday.

I have about a dozen old flares to get rid of. Any one know of any facilities or 'open' days coming up in the Poole area. Googling is...

Brief update..... 12 months or so on and the stringers and floor are complete, fuel tank installed and the engine is back in the boat...

I noticed that the length on my berthing contract jumped last winter from what it stated on the reg certificate to what it probably...

I think there are 4, not 3 lights. Left to right: water temp, oil pressure, battery / alternator and lastly the cold start / glow plug...

Based on previous experience, top of my list would be telling guests what you can and cannot put down the toilet! Followed by how long...