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1 hour ago, stumpy said:
My system is similar to MMs with the exception of a length of rope with a hook on each end which goes between the bog door handle and the first hood iron to take the weight.
I used to commonly see something similar on all the American Sport Cruisers, but not attached to the heads door!
The straps would also let the camper cover convert into a Bimini cover for sun shade.
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Very jealous, it is my dream to have our own boat on the broads. Enjoy!!!!!
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Having done my RYA powerboat level 2, twice!
I would highly recommend. 
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Hi! Lovely boat and dog! 
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Very, very, envious! Would love to have been on the broads this weekend, even in the rain... still the best place on earth come rain or shine.
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I keep seeing great reviews of this pub now it’s under new management and had it’s refurbishment. We visited when they first opened last year, but weren’t yet doing food.
It is top of our list to visit next month when we are back on the broads! I wonder if it will knock its sister pub The White Horse from its top spot as our favourite pub on the broads....
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I agree with Simon, I think it boils down to how risk adverse you are as an individual.
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No idea either why Robin can’t have keys and collect the boat.
Some vendors do ‘want’ the funds in their account rather than the brokers ‘client account’ before the boat leaves. But this actually isn’t a requirement, as the brokers are his acting as the vendors agents.
So it seems like nothing should prevent Robin being able to take the boat?
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23 minutes ago, Philosophical said:
If ownership has to be transferred from the previous owner to the broker (whom you paid) and then from the broker to you it could take a few days for the "official" Bill of Sale to materialise. However by today I would expect an invoice and a receipt and be able to collect the boat.
Unless the broker is actually a dealer not a broker, then the Bill of Sale will be from the previous owner straight into robins name.
6 hours ago, Ricardo said:That's one way of winding them up I guess , personally I would have paid a deposit like most do a bacs transfer is same day anyways and secure for both party's and costs nothing , that said I does strike me as a very unusual way of completion on a deal and I would have expected much more from a broker but on less this dealership has changed hands in the last few yrs then I'm fully aware of who yiu are dealing with having been down that road a long time ago .
Robin has done a transfer though hasn’t he? It still won’t have show or be cleared until a weekday.
The Bill of Sale might take time for the vendor to sign and return, but no idea why the Brokers can’t release the keys, so Robin can move the and forward the title documents on later.
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“ Appears to be...” can be a very useful phrase.
Brokers should only really comment on cosmetic condition. They can list the information supplied by the vendor of maintenance and serviceing that has been carried out. They do have to be careful of misrepresentation.
A declaration of seaworthyness is not appropriate for a broker. Even if they also happen to be qualified surveyor, as then they would have a conflict of interests.
Having said that there are reputable and un-reputable brokers, as in any profession.
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12 hours ago, JawsOrca said:
The results of that survey showed that a brokers advise is to be well and truly ignored as the boat was not in a seaworthy condition despite the broker being certain it was.
No reputable broker would/should make any statements as to the structural or mechanical condition of a boat. Statements like this could land them in hot water!
Rather they would/ should advise you have a survey/ engine inspection/ sea trial to ensure you are completely happy with the boat pre purchase .
(Or not, if you are happy with your own capabilities of assessing the condition).
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As it was a Saturday the brokers may have needed to wait until Monday morning for the bank/accounts department to confirm they have your funds cleared into their account, before they release the keys and title documents.
Hopefully all will be fine.
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11 years as a yacht broker, having boats surveyed and reading survey reports every day , and osmosis certainly wouldn’t stop me buying an otherwise well cared for boat! Needs to be reflected in the price though. Fingers crossed for you on the re negotiation.
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2 minutes ago, BroadAmbition said:
Sorry for no updates. Had my hands full. Proper rough seas earlier, still somewhat of a nuisance now but improved to about yesterday’s level. 5 crew onboard, 1 completely out of it, 2 more were sick earlier but have recovered and now operational again. Auto pilot packed up hours ago so manual helming. Generator not delivering 240v either so no dongle AIS or backup electronics. No chuffin kettle - if I was brave enough
Have been making poor progress due to having to back off. Now up to SOG 9knt+ on the limit for current conditions.
Could not film earlier too rough
When I get home I will sleep for a week - oops - work stops that one
Griff
Hats off to all onboard Independence!
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It must have been an incredibly hard decision to come to, especially as it’s the home leg.
I think it shows the absolute trust he has in such an experienced crew, and huge strength of caracter to admit his own limitations.
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Good decision.
Thank you for sharing this with us, really feels like we are there too.
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15 minutes ago, Broads01 said:
I was born in Poole myself Bexs although I haven't lived there for over 20 years. I know Weymouth a little bit.
Well done crew. Plymouth to Weymouth in a day is a fair trek I feel. This thread has been very entertaining, thanks for keeping us up to date Griff and all who've done the sea charts thing.
Has this broken the forum record for the most posts on a single thread in a single day?
Dorset and Poole are perfect, apart from them being a 4 hour drive from the Broads!!!
Yes second that, well done to all the crew, and good luck for tomorrow’s adventure.
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Fantastic! Welcome to Dorset!
I was hoping you would choose to come into Poole rather than Weymouth, so I could welcome you in person, and thank you for years of entertainment and for providing my broads 'Fix' the 11 months of the year I'm not there.
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I would highly recommend. 
Hi! Lovely boat and dog! 
Broadshaven Tavern
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I couldn't agree more!!!! It has never looked inviting, or a place I would enjoy my surroundings, even though it's next to the river.