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Thanks guys. Much appreciated, as was your call Chris.

A couple of weeks back i had an issue starting the boat. I thought it was sorted after i found a loose connector. Next timeout same problem Lots of research and things tried. With no luck Time for a Volvo engineer and Vodia software. Diagnosed a dead Powertrain Control Unit. Eek. We took mine to another boat at work and get the same fault code. Had to order a replacement. ££££ When looking into the fault we found a loose pump on a cracked bracket. The part arrived yesterday. bugger wrong one, correct one came overnight from Belgium On a scorching hot day, that was all put back together and painted up today. Boats now back on her mooring, as the replacment PCU is on back order until August. Now catching up with a few jobs at home, and getting the BBQ out. Not a great time to have a dead engine. But thats life. Charlie

Dont worry Mick I have them all in my plotter

There are a few things that make sea sickness worse Hangovers, Tiredness, Alcohol, Fizzy drinks, overheating and staring at the bottom of a rocking boat. and a few to make it better. avoid alcohol before and during, try to sleep well prior, drink water/tea, stay in the fresh air looking at the horizon and stay busy. But the one that worked best for Dan, [who suffered regularly when young] was snacking on ginger biscuits He has not been sick for years, but still enjoys a ginger nut onboard

Great place for a pitstop. Especially now its attached to a tackle shop. LOL

Well said Mal I have not seen the program , but it is shocking that water companies get away with the current situation. I live near the stour in Wimborne, but would not swim in it, even in these heatwaves.

Some time ago we had a supply of fish measure stickers. Mine is a bit damaged, has anyone got any of these left over? Preferably a white one to match my boat. Thanks

Area of banks six miles from Poole In the area you highlighted yesterday. Any of the banks shown on your photo are worth a shot, especially if you can find fresh bait. The extra scent will bring them to you, if you have to use frozen bait it may take longer. And sometimes groundbait helps. Best way to learn would be to crew with someone, when they have space.

Resisted the obvious reply. Lol

Well done I hope that you weighed that Red Gurnard.

You could lock the steering on the auxiliary for most of the journey, and steer with the main engine as usual. Then swap back for berthing or getting back on trailer. Maybe practice to see if that works for you.

Good news Graham

Looks like it may be a bit too high Graham. Is it reversable, so the strap goes underneath giving a straighter pull?

and me.

Mine weighed 2lb when I prepped it for a ride home later. Dans was 2lb 6 and a PB by over 2lb still looking for the one that escaped the net last year. LOL