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    non-standard cutless bearing on Vega - replacement required

    Vega Stern bearing Hi all. The Vega originally had a tufnel stern bearing based on clearance for a 25mm control shaft. Most vegas have now changed to standard drive with a normal propshaft but keeping the diameter at 25mm to match the sterngland and stern bearing. The Vega was designed in the...
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    Oil bath type stern gland

    Same as Vega Hi. This gland is very similar to the ones provided originally to the Vega. They have two white metal bearings inside and a lipseal at each end. Ive never had to glue any seals in and found them to be low-maintenance and long lasting. They were originally grease filled but the...
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    Matt Rutherford needs help

    Hi All Not often I ask for help but this guy really needs our help. Takes a lot for me to dig into my pocket and find a few pennies BUT I have so please see if you can help also. He needs our help NOW and he is so near his goal... All for Charity folks...
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    Which Solar Panel(s)

    I bought the 40 watt version and very pleased. Bought a seperate controller from Ebay as well (ABout £20) Steve B
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    Restoration project anyone ?

    Looks like Payne's ? Steve B
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    Navik windvane parts

    Contact Mike Freeman as he has some bits Rob (mike@albinvega.com) Cheers Steve B
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    Dipstick reading query - Technodrive TMC40

    Ask Beta (01452 723492) as it is the gearbox they fit to their mini range. Steve B
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    Belize

    I was posted there during my Army days, the pleasures and hotspots I visited were totally non-boaty but did include the occasional diving, visits to the doctor and night time fun... Those were the days!!! Steve B
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    Nic 26 experience/opinions please...

    Get a Vega - But then I am biased, slightly!!!! Steve B
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    Here we go again, why is it so difficult?

    Dont be put off Vegas, they are great boats. Doesnt take a lot to clean up and get ship-shape but I know what you mean... Hope our chat helped! Steve Birch
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    make a man happy in five minutes

    Even got my vote. Good luck and was the best of the videos.... Cheers Steve B
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    A few good shots aboard the Historic Vessel Vega

    I see you've left the diesel jerrycan in the open. Steve B
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    Narvik Self Steering Gear ex Plastimo

    Hi Barry. I have made a PDF showing how to fit a Navik to a Vega with photos and all sorts! Let me know if I can be of any help (telephone or email!). Steve Birch
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    Which fitted battery charger

    Always thought Sterling gear to be top class. Had the 20amp charger fitted for 7 years now and never a problem. Steve B
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    Trying to find a particular Albin Vega homepage

    Vega Hi. Yep the site is www.sailingonthe rocks.com Have fun. I did answer the email you sent me as well. Have a cracking Vega day Steve B
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