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Yes I know all that. To keep it simple, I was assuming the cost and weight of pipes and valves equalled the cost and weight of cables...

After researching glues I'm taking VicS's advice. I've found an OMC Johnson Evinrude "equivalent" p/n (5037232) that's ex stock in UK...

Next, I'd try "welding" with an old soldering iron, or a new soldering iron with an old tip or a bit of 3" nail. You did say this was a...

At first sight they look slightly OTT, but I've no idea how big your boat is.

Cost and weight. Electric motor, or electric motor + hydraulic pump + hydraulic motor + oil tank + oil. Not a difficult decision.

I suspect that the Ukrainians have bigger things to worry about than flag etiquette.

Do check for yourself, but ISTR Epoxy is OK with petrol, Polyester resin isn't? I have successfully patched steel tanks with Araldite.

That's the best idea, but old plastic that been swimming in petrol won't be easy to weld or glue. I wouldn't blame E10, I'll guess age...

Exactly. The typical MOB drills are no more than a boat handling exercise. Nobody can claim they're competent unless they've recovered a...

A screwdriver that fits perfectly. Clean all paint and rust out of the slot, point of a knife or a scriber. A gentle tap on the head...

Absolutely. The aptly named Roger the Bodger has completely ignored the most important thing - keeping the hull stable and vertical...

I've never seen a copper washer in this position. There should be a conical fitting on the end of the pipe. Unlikely to leak here but...

When a guy gets a jet washer he can clean an area in 4 hours that used to take him 30 minutes with a bucket and brush.

Was every yachtie given a pressure washer for Xmas? Have Temu been giving one away free? The sound of the marinas isn't tinkling...

You mentioned "gear start protection",. Electrical or mechanical, that is adding a small amount of weight, but not enough to make any...