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My boat has two fuel tanks supplying two engines independently but, they are connected to each other with a fuel pipe and an open/shut lever. This lever is in the open position. What would be the reason for this configuration ? Should I close this lever ? Leave it open ? Are all twin fuel tanks connected ? Thanks for any info/advice

You are rightly proud of them both, I don't know them but I am proud of them too. Stay safe.

Sealine 240 good looking boat but not a lot of boat under the water (draft) coupled with single engine stern drive in windy conditions would be a handful to moor, as mentioned by CC no walkway so its all down to the helmsman, in my opinion its a brave choice for a first boat.

Hi Nick, Lots of good advice given here , it is crucial you take your time, I have been on the Broads for seven years now and finally bought the boat ideal for our needs, wish I'd bought it three boats ago !! In the boating world mistakes are costly and then some.............good luck.

You might not wish to be a killjoy but you're trying very hard. Humour has always played its part in our countries resolve against adversity......and long may it do so. I make no apologies to you.

John Travolta the latest celeb to catch coronavirus. He had chills they were multiplying, he was losing control...... but doctors have confirmed it was only Saturday Night Fever, and assured everyone he is Staying Alive.................I'll get mi coat

Thank you. I would be interested in seeing details

Thanks Alan, booked in for a couple of nights next week at Premier Inn Broadlands. There doesn't seem to be anything in Brundall, I would have thought a B&B or small hotel would have done well in Brundall given the amount of visitors.

Can anyone suggest or recommend sensibly priced accommodation in or around Brundall. I have work to do on the boat which is winterised and out of the water, 2/3 nights should do it depending on the weather. ? Thanks

As Charlie Brown once said : Good Grief

Thanks Oldgregg, sorry for late acknowledgement . You are absolutely correct, further enquiries tell me Nelson hulls were indeed contracted out to various boat builders.

More advice and comments please. The deck tread on my boat is looking tired, my intention is to paint with marine deck paint. I have looked at many who all state " for use on GRP, Wood & Steel " but deck tread is none of these, I think probably some kind of rubber construction ? would this accept painting is my question ?

You have been looking at something you don't like and don't need ? when you sober up , look at something you do like and need.............simples

Iain was a level headed Gentleman, a cool, calm and collected moderator, an example to us all in how public forums should conduct themselves. I never knew him but spoke with him several times. sadly missed.

Just googled it , yes I can from Premier Marine Paints. Comes in several colours. Thanks to all.

I have slapped on yards and yards of boot topping in my time in the RN but didn’t know it came in any other colour than black , can I get BT in white ?

I have a white painted line just above the waterline. It has become chalky and flaky in parts, badly discoloured as you can see from the photos. Any advice on how to repair & repaint and with what paint ? Any help, advice or comments appreciated as always. Thanks

Absolutely agree with OBB, accessibility, particularly with mooring for the crew, it is of paramount importance that your crew ( usually the wife, complete with bad knees, trick hip and arthritis) can step ashore with lines. Now on our fourth boat on the Broads, I think we have finally found the boat that suits our needs.... watch this space.

But not as neat as duck tape !

On the Yare this morning, cruising mid river at 3.7knots, on a bend in the river just after the Ferry House, hidden in 6 foot of foliage / reeds dressed in his camouflage jacket I was yelled at by an irate fisherman, I can only think I broke his line, a line so fine the fish can not see it, but he expects me to see it from distance in drizzling rain. As a fisherman myself I always try and give shore side anglers a wide berth but if you insist on making yourself invisible to river traffic then you have to expect you will lose your rig. If the angry fisherman is reading this, sorry, hope your day improved.

Spiders luv em.

Can anyone tell me the difference between a Seaward boat and a Nelson boat , are they the same company, do Seaward make Nelsons or visa versa ? Any info greatly appreciated.

As a Junior Seaman in 1967 joining my first ship in the Far East, I was given this advice by my sea dad. During ‘ruffers’ take a tea spoon full of honey, will that stop the seasickness ? I asked, no , but it will taste just as good when it comes back up he said.

DM. The water pressure has always been weak. Unfortunately I am not down on the boat until next month and I have no idea what type of pump it is. I will take you up on your kind offer of help and send you a photo with details asap. Thank you

The water is not surging, it is a constant flow but a weak flow, I have to run around under the shower to get wet, if you know what I mean. I have a few things to think about now, as always great comments and advice, greatly appreciated. Thank you all.