Recent content by lancelot

Thanks everyone, for the advice. I realise the keel needs frequent maintenace. I will try the Dulux idea next time. Fair winds, lancelot

Should a zinc based primer be used on a cast iron keel? I need to antifoul the yacht,s bottom and keel. Before I do, I need to get rid of some rust spots. I am only out for a couple of weeks, so time is short. I intend to wire brush the small areas and spots, use a rust converter or gel, primer...

Congratulations on the new Bav. We love our Bav. 30 (2006) and it good to see the interior back to quality wood. Fair winds Lancelot

Thanks Jon. I am certainly looking at the ACR. Did not realise the aerial problem - will look into this. Regards, Keith.

Yes, this is the one I was thinking about. A shorter battery life, however in 4years time the changes are likely to be many. Thanks. Fair winds, Lancelot.

Yes, this is the one I had seen. Thank you.

Yes, that is the one I was thinking about. Thank you.

Thanks for the advice, all. Fair winds.

Hi folks, I am hoping to do some single handed sailing shortly (Bav.30). Coastal trips initially. I need some advice on the ACR. PLB. Has anyone any experience / information regarding this brand. Or suggestions of a better one. The local chandlery has some of these for approx. £200 and a...

Lovely people and reliable service. Can recommend.

Wow! I wish I knew about Trust Pilot before. I would not have entertained buying anything from them. I have made my feelings clear on their site. Thanks for the tip. I hope my order with Tayna will have a better outcome. The money was returned to my account today. Fair winds, Lancelot

Yes I was wondering that. I checked the bank balance and the money had been taken out today - the battery was ordered last Thursday and card details given then. I phoned today and they said they had refunded today but it would take a couple of days to go back into my account. I may look into...

Let Down and Miffed. I am waiting for the money to be returned to my bank account. I will then order from Tayna who seem interested and very professional. Many thanks everyone. Fair winds, Lancelot

Hi folks, I have been searching for a pair of replacement 140ah. domestic batteries. After enquiring on a few forums I decided on Varta. I placed an order last Thursday/Friday and paid by card - Battery Mega Store - excellent deal and was promised a delivery this Wednesday (guaranteed in stock)...

Yes, we refer to our yacht as a boat, for the same reason. Fair winds, Lancelot