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thanks rob True, another option , if anybody has their details that be great.

hi Dave thanks for the info , I was told by engineer he had come across many problems with them.maybe the newer models are better, he may have had issues with older models. I will take alook at the etec, just want some reliability without breaking the bank. thanks for all the replys Shane

hi mark Thanks for reply, i think your right, I've had nothing but bad luck with this engine. Ive just spoke to my engineer at priory marina who has said the same,advised to get a 2nd hand four stroke can drop to a 50hp as will get better performance, any thing Japanese apart from tonhitsu.looking to pay around

hi I've had 2 quotes to fix engine now both around

hi guys following the fire I had with my mercury engine after investigation it looks like it had something to do with the switchbox. I have been struggling trying to source a new one or even a 2nd hand one. do any off you guys know off any where or who could help me. it's for a mercury blueband 80hp 2 stroke 1987 model. thanks in advance Shane

I've just looked at ls Marina and it looks promising, going to ring them tomorow.

would like a permanent storage,have been quoted

hi guys I'm looking for hard standing storage for my boat down there.any info would be greatly apreciated. Regards Shane.

today i had a engine fire on board sailing in the crouch, had to make a call for the first time, was scary moment but got it out, at the time with two 25ltrs fuel cans on board in close proximity and whilst my mate was tackling fire with extinguisher we were concerned enough to make call. was this the right thing to do or did we panic ? In hindsight we could have pan pan for assistance. after getting fire under control ,and shutting everything down, dropping anchor ect, we advised coastguard we were out off danger. fambridge haven responded and came out to tow us back in. they were fantastic i have to say. after assessing damage its not to bad but cant now make open. just glad we ok. just goes to show something can happen at any time anywhere. . regards Shane

Hi all well finally got call back from priory marina last fri , problem was contaminated fuel and carb needles req replacing.took her for quick run up river and all went well. Aranged a trip again to fanbridge on fri eve for day out on sat but mates cancelled. ah well !! Just to ask if anybody local to me ever would like a trip or two out your more than welcome. now to get ready for sept down poole for week. Hopefully to enter the open. Tight lines

Hi rob Ran her on muffs friday both out off gear and in gear she ran good.it was only under load after launched she kept cutting out when i tried shifting her in gear. Also primer wasnt staying hard either.

It was 86miles to fambridge from bedford.i hope to find somewhere i can keep her by the coast.

Hi dave Thanks for advice Boat is at priory marina bedford at moment , mechanic gary has said the same. Hopefully be ok. Found aux engine wasnt pumping either so new impeller on this too. Was looking forward to today but hey thats boating for you.had my radar mounted higher also. hope to get back to fambridge in a few weeks for a run out again. One plus was finding that i can moor over night there for

Had to abort a trip today due to engine kept stopping on selecting gear. On tick over was fine and also running up with flush muffs was fine. Seems to be underload have problem. boat was in water rods ready all set to go. Was sailing out of fambridge north. Hope get sorted for open.

Hi paul That would be great doubled up with neo. I have booked caravan at rockley so we can get some trips out in week weather permiting. Will contact you nearer time so we can make arangements. Are you entering open on sunday? Shane

One pint of carling extra cold will be awaiting you sir

Hi martin thanks for that, i recieved a email from paul as i had double paid using paypall.he said i should recieve a membership pack by post. Cheers Shane

Hi bill , terry Yes i am a club member so i will have to change that. Be good to meet you both some time. shane

Hi Everyone Im down fishing poole on my boat sept3 - sept10 if anybody would like to join me on a couple off trips out. WHEN THE MISSUS AINT GOT ME SIGHT SEEING !!! OR SHOPPING !! new to this type off fishing any offers to show me some pointers would be very appreciated. ps may be fishing the open if any body wants a trip too regards Shane

HI thanks for changing that yes its a radar and that was one question i was going to ask. Would it need to be fitted higher,heard not too good for the brain cells dont have many left and want to keep what ive got

I have uploaded photo but it still not showing with my name on postings

Thanks Jim

Ive just realised that your competition is on the sunday, yes would love to enter. Also been trying to upload photo of boat to use on my profile but it wont alow me, keep getting this type off photo not allowed

Thanks to all your welcomes guys. Yes coddy safety comes first, i have booked a week staying at rockley park from 3rd sept to 10sept and have aranged a pontoon for the week so hope to get out as much as i can. If anybody else is going out and wouldnt mind some company it would be welcome. It is a trek from bedfordshire so may have to look for a mooring somewhere. The boat goes into priory marina on monday to get electrics all checked. Looking Forward to maiden voyage. Hope it floats

hi mike,jim I live in bedfordshire and boat is on a trailer at the moment. Ive completed my vhf short range cert and ive done a seamanship and navigation course , class based. Been spending the last couple months getting her ready for sailing. Buying safety gear etc. Was looking at sailing her in the crouch, blackwater. Then came across this club and after reading many posts my mind was made up and here i am. .