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FOR SALE - REGAL 1800LSR diesel 2004 model. Black and white with red pinstripe. Custom trailer. 25hrs in almost new condition. This 18’ bow rider is capable of 40kts from its turbocharged 120hp inboard through a mercruiser stern drive; all for 36p/litre. Carries 6 in comfort. Bimini...

that time of year - competitive insurance quote wanted for my sealine 25' cruiser. Any recommendations, please? Thanks <hr width=100% size=1>WT

Thanks to all for their help. And the answer was: "the turbo pipe"! It had worked itself off the boost pipe end, so the boosted air was hissing out at about 1.5bar, smack up against the transom. Huge relief and learned a lot about the workings of a turbo, too. Many thanks indeed. All I've...

Thanks very much to all so far. I will PM some and carry out further investigation in areas recommended by others. What would we do without this forum? Thanks gentlemen <hr width=100% size=1>WT

maybe the fresh water pump...didn't think of that, but would that cause the almighty 'whish' or 'hissing' sound every time I throttle up, and if the pump was duff would the temp gauge not indicate in the red? <hr width=100% size=1>WT

maybe the fresh water pump...didn't think of that, but would that cause the almighty 'whish' or 'hissing' sound every time I throttle up, and if the pump was duff would the temp gauge indicate in the red? <hr width=100% size=1>WT

Mark: weedy bottom...rather personal eh? Actually, there is quite a bit developing down there, but wouldn't account for the noise from the engine or the lack of coolant on the hose would it? Fuel starvation: I think with that, the revs wouldn't pick up, and I'm getting the full rev range...

If I throttle back quickly, and very rarely, there is a little black smoke..I was told this occasionally happens with diesels after a run. <hr width=100% size=1>WT

Have found this forum very useful in the past, and now need assistance with some sound mechanical help: I own a Sealine S240. The engine is a 3.7ltr Turbo charged diesel 370 STI Yamaha with outdrive. Symptoms: Over the last few outings the temp has started to creep to slightly higher (normal)...

what is the point of getting a licence, most people I know shy away from the course and fees and just use the radio anyway. Is this the norm, even though it is illegal? <hr width=100% size=1>WT

Try Parrymore in staines: 01784 464636. Excellent service, have been in the trade for 47 yrs, know everything there is to know about trailers for boats and happy to offer free advice. Also the cheapest too!!! I have a boat, it had no trailer, I rang around, they provided sound advice. I now...

All of the earlier replies plus: don't leave them down at high speed, they will get damaged. Once you use trim tabs, the boat becomes a little 'skittish' and sensitive to the slightest helm demand. Great for planing at low speed. <hr width=100% size=1>WT

PM me if you need info on the S24 , had one a year now and happy with her...but.. <hr width=100% size=1>WT

I need advice on purchasing/sourcing a robust electric 12V pump (fits into cigarette lighter) for my inflatable boat/donut(towed innertube!!). I hear LV motors are reliable, any contact details, can't find them on the web? Many thanks, MT <hr width=100% size=1>WT

Pauline you're not a blonde mechanic who does weight lifting are you? <hr width=100% size=1>WT