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    Corona Virus

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    One of my lads at work Paul has been though a similar experience as yours he feels ok but keeps testing positive it's a strange one for sure .interestingly my family was all rought  leading up to Christmas all with the said symptoms I myself was flattered for nine days after the new year so as a group we have started the anti body testing half of them have had the test and every test so far has come positive interms of covid anti body's so this has been around longer then currently being suggested 

    Finny

    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    My day has not been so good so far . Over the last few weeks I have missed a good curry so I had a go with all the authentic ingredients which I dont mind adding was a 8 out 10 on my curry scale ............but thank goodness toilet rolls ain't an issue anymore :default_icon_redface:

    Finny

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    One Year To Go Today

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    I recon recent events will have opened many eyes and attitudes towards the future and for myself Ian I would be seeing the whole situation as an opportunity for a better future ........better to cook just 3 meals a day rather than 2000 :default_eusa_dance:

    Finny 

    Richardsons - Fabulous Customer Service

    in Broads Chat

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    If I was to be hiring this year good customer treatment would play a vital part .

    I would also be looking for a massive improvement in hygiene standards under the current situation. We all know handover is a tight area anyway but I will not hire unless the boat is sterile and a great way to boost customer confidence would be to disinfectant fog the whole boat I have just purchased a couple of small mobile machines for the waggon cabs relatively cheaply - its quick easy and very efficient and effective it also restores confidence interms of getting a bums on seats . Confidence is at a all time low my feeling is that the yard that does the most will gain the most 

    Finny

     

     

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    Corona Virus

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    Every council will be operating within there own capability .we are back up to full strength giving a full service we have brought in 4 contracted extra trucks and staffed them but because everyone is a at home producing waste we are having problems completing the rounds on the day .the recycling centres are in talks about opening very soon but there are massive concerns over safety so I suspect it will be a one in and a one out situation .another massive concern is bottle necking the tips to the point that they can not function folk with time on there hands having a clear out is one thing but the logistics in clearing the tips is another

    Finny

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    Corona Virus

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    45 minutes ago, Ray said:

    There are a lot of good people still, it's good to know.

    Also well done and thank you Finny, it's an important job much overlooked 👍

    It is Ray the lads have been fantastic,on the other side my brother is with the Ambulance service and two nieces front line nurses my daughter is a environmental health officer and they are all out there - I find it hard to sleep at night and would be very greatfull if we all come out ok on the other side 

    please keep my family safe - stay home 

    thank you Finny 

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    Corona Virus

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    I normally coordinate a fleet of local authority bin trucks like most other services manning has been a massive logistical problem so under the circumstances ditching the shirt and tie for workwear was a no brainier as HGV drivers are like hens teeth at the moment.

    anyway good Friday 

    I was reversing up to what we call a collection point the lads was up there sorting the bins ready for the truck - so I stop and jump out to give the lads a hand and we start firing the bins away when was was approached by a lady with two very small children and grabbed our attention ,the children had made goodie bags not only had they personally decorated but placed a bottle of water a packet of crisps and a couple of Easter eggs . So from a distance we thanked them very much and whilst walking away the little girl turned and said " we put some rubber gloves in the bag so you can go home safe to your family " 

     

    iam a manc born and bred and will stand my ground with anybody but nothing prepared me for that or the lads I was working with 

     

    Stay at home 

     

    finny

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    Sad News

    in Broads Chat

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    What dreadful news .i can only offer my deepest of condolences to Craigs family and to the forum members who knew him personally .i only had the pleasure when we corresponded via Email when i was doing research on a boat i had at the time 

    A true broadsman in my Eyes and may he rest in peace 

    Finny   

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    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    Well said Liz - its what makes us ......us .

    Griff i know you are a man of high morals and would sooner put yourself out rather let someone down ( this i know when you did me a favour with a pal of mine a few years past on BA) but there is a Chap in Donny who needs a Cuddle with a girl who needs a cuddle in Scotland - Take a few days off iam sure your customers will understand under the circumstance 

    Also you and the family need a Woofer in your life just as much as a Woofer needs to be in your family , you will know when the time is right 

    take care Finny

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    Turbo Replacement

    in Technical Questions and Answers

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    11 hours ago, coolcat said:

    The engines have just been serviced including all filters, impellers, oil etc.

    This was when the turbo problem was discovered :default_icon_eek:

    perhaps its just me but after spending quite a few quid on a new turbo i would want to be giving it a good start to its life via an clean new low ash oil change - may even be tempted to do an engine flush before hand 

    just my thoughts 

    finny 

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    Hampton With Hydraulic Drive

    in Technical Questions and Answers

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    The hampton in question has been around for years i remember i even thought about refitting my Hampton to a similar but putting the engine behind the forward bulkhead - got that idea from the many broads dayboats ......well that was until i did a fag packet cost list and it didnt happen 

    my advice for what its worth is try it and if you feel its struggling against a stiff tide maybe look at changing the prop  it doesnt take much to push a hampton with a 2ft 6 draft ,i was not happy with my hampton after seeking advice i slightly over propped it and gave the performance i was looking for .the potter bridge pilot once told me going through the bridge it was one of the most responsive hamptons he had ever helmed 

    finny    

    I Know Some Are Not 'footie' Fans, But.....

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    On 16/09/2019 at 11:57, Paul said:

    I think Guardiola will be gone from Man City soon. Three seasons and they haven't looked like winning the Champions League, which is what he was brought in to do, and a poor start to this season. It won't be long before we start hearing phrases like "lost the dressing room" etc etc....

    To be honest Paul i did not expect him to start this season .........perhaps the money here is just too good but then again we all know it is :default_biggrin:

    finny

    My Day

    in The Broadscot Lounge

    Posted

    2 hours ago, BroadAmbition said:

    Out with the old, in with the new.

    Meet 'Trevor the Transit.  He is 4 x years old with only 18'k on the clock.  Full service history, one owner from new.  Lots of factory fitted optional extras and gizmos onboard.    Today is our first working day together.  Collected Trev from Norfolk yesterday.  So far well chuffed with the new steed.  Lots to purchase and make him more user friendly for his new role

    Griff

     

     

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    Wow trev,s got some serious " go faster stripes " ...............anyway about time you got yer backside in decent van 

     

    finny 

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    Roya

    in The Broadscot Lounge

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    RIP Roy and deep condolences to Jill and the family 

    I can remember bumping into him in the Ferry Horning - had us in stitches all night .the mold was broke after they made Roy - far and few between 

    a very sad day 

    finny

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