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:-D

I did consider an inverter but any prolonged stay will rip the a*se out of my batteries when needing 800w. Still confused as to the 'start up' wattage required. I can chat to the genny dealers but they will always want to sell you the highest rated genny, as it is a 'back up' item only I don't want one that is overblown for the need it will have.

Might be of interest Ian http://www.justgenerators.co.uk/pages/which.htm

Interesting Ian thanks, We don't intend to have more than one 800w item on at any one time, but I suppose I need to define what the 'start up' wattage of the appliance would be.

When away from shore power for any length of time we need a back up power supply. Having researched at some length into Fuel Cells and other alternatives it appears the best option is to have a 'back up' suitcase genny to switch on when we need it and turn it off. I see no need to be running this for more than 15 mins at any time. Normal cruising will charge our batteries unless we are 'storm bound' for a few days. Looking into these there appears only one choice for reliability and quiet running - Honda My question is: The largest appliance we have is 800w but I have read that the 'starting' power required for electrical items is much more than their rated wattage. On the face of it a 1KW should do but if much higher starting power is required I will probably need the 2KW which is a fair jump up in price. What are the panels thoughts?

I hope Brian and the mods won't mind me posting this but a potentially useful resource for anyone venturing down the East Coast http://www.eastcoastrivers.com/forum/index.php

SW 3-4 currently Ian but I would not fancy it today with all the residual chop from the last couple of days

I find this one quite useful http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=24118

Be interested to see the new one David but can't imagine it can be a whole lot better than the current model. Still something to be researched; and as you say deal to be had potentially on the 'old' model.

Hi Brian On Staithway Road next to Moore & Co http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x ... h.srf&sq=3

This one http://www.caravancampingsites.co.uk/no ... eyfarm.htm There is one at Ludham for a 'proper' site or The Dog allow camping in the field next to them (handy for the pub). There are a couple of sites at Potter Heigham

Nice links Neil at least Kris have had some foresight. Clearly these craft would not go through Potter and Wroxham but nor do many Broads cruisers.

Hi Jonny, This one is being built by Goodchild Marine, they seem to be producing circa 1 a month. Quality of finish is stunning. Acres of space inside plus a large sundeck when the weather is good! Have a look here: http://www.cardinalboating.com/index.ph ... te=E600neu http://www.cardinalboating.com/index.ph ... ite=m1b600

Being built to a very high quality by a professional yard. What a shame these go to Europe and not the UK. Maybe some real investment by forward thinking Hire Yards would see a more attractive 'product' to a new audience and help arrest the decline?

e : There are plenty of 'self righteous' club officials in a certain corner of Horning on regatta days Paul

Wow that would give the BSS bods something to thinks about

I noticed this but decided to say nothing and see if it was noticed, very observant Brian. Standing 'at station' is obviously part of the training. They look the same ship we saw, on that basis I am sure the engine noise could have been heard in Florida from California

Back to the original subject............... To show how sea worthy these Coast Guard Cutters are see here: http://www.darkroastedblend.com/2007/12 ... waves.html

Sounds like a Wagtail Jonny

Aaagh I have been Antaresed :-D

I would certainly have a look at what is causing this ASAP. Should the pump fail or Battery flatten you could have a serious issue. I would check the Stern Gland and skin fittings as first checks. Hope you get it sorted.

Nice find Jonny.

I can understand why

Rather apt

Oh they do Brian. None of this political correctness over there you are either 'with us or agin us' it is all very refreshing. Try as I might I could not get a go on the said ship.