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    Stemar replied to the thread Which socket set?.
    One of the reasons Formula 1 got the job of servicing my car was because I had some new tyres fitted, and I saw the guy tighten the nuts...
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    Stemar replied to the thread Brokers' English.
    It's broken the seller, and it'll break you. Alternatively, an ideal candidate for Leo Sampson's next project.
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    Stemar replied to the thread Which socket set?.
    My 3' persuader is similar. There's also 5' of scaffolding pole lurking in a corner of my workshop I also have one of these that lives...
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    If you have to buy a multitool for boat work, I would suggest that a cordless one might be a good idea. Do get a decent one, though. I...
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    Stemar replied to the thread Mast Tabernacle-Any downsides?.
    The boat must be 30-odd years old now so, if it's original equipment and hasn't broken yet, I doubt it's going to. It may be useful it...
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    Stemar replied to the thread Which socket set?.
    I don't think you need 1/2" drive sockets in your every day toolkit. A 1/4" & 3/8" set will cope with almost everything on a boat and...
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    Stemar replied to the thread Fram…...
    Presumably, that would have been a function of the hull shape needed to lift as the ice pressed instead of being crushed.
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    Looked at the trees lashing around, decided not to go to the sailing club. Had two croissants, a muggacoffee and stayed home.
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    The trouble is, if they're loaded with fridges, even if they do fill with water, they'll still float.
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    A bit late to the party but, assuming they're slotted heads, could you cut a new slot at right angles to the damaged one? A bit of heat...
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    I'm sure the MAIB investigation will make any necessary recommendations. I wasn't there, so I'm going to go against all forum traditions...
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