JanetAnne

So is Lady Christina, "40 foot of Teak" as her owner described her to me recently!

I would disconnect the cable first and put the box into gear manually just to check it is a box issue and not either a cable or adjustment issue at the helm?

What year was that Peter?

Somerleyton's summer rails are still laid there! Don't suppose anybody thought of hosing the bridge down if it won't close. I believe there may be a suitable water supply nearby? Used to work for Lowestoft bascule bridge.

The only reason he was driving at all was because his horse failed its mot the day before... He'll need more protection than a life jacket if he does though there may currently be a temporary vacancy!

Nice one Peter. You took them all yourself?

Erm... Timbo Normal? Vaughan, honestly!!!

Now why does BA have a line under it which I can't edit out..

It's all a ploy by the BA to save on dredging

He's going to be needing to be standing a bit closer to all of the power tools, Royal Tudor is supposed to be propping up the (now newly refurbished) quay head in Beccles in 11 weeks!!!

Just passing..

Dawn of light 1. Bounty 28 And yes, the toll is paid!

I thought rubbish from hire boats was classed as commercial waste and therefore is the responsibility of the hire yards. I also thought there was some sort of arrangement between the yards that allowed hire boats to use the rubbish disposal facilities at yards they visited as well as being able to dispose of rubbish at the return of the boat. Surely, if this is the case, there is really no need for a hire boat to be disgarding rubbish on riverbanks because their waste needs are far better met than the private boat owners on the network.

You absolutely can't run a wooden boat without a certain amount of thinking time!

Are we still talking engines here?

I suspect you will find that the cost to the environment of manufacturing the replacement engine, matching gearbox and all associated parts required to make it fit, the environmental shipping costs getting it to your boat from half way round the world, (container, actual ship, box to send it in) plus the cost of scrapping and recycling your old engine will far outweigh the polution your current engine could produce in the future! It's the same with cars. 80% of a cars total environment impact is produced in the manufacture of and subsequent disposal of it. The 20% it produces during its average 10 year road life is minimal in comparison! Yet we are all encouraged to buy 'greener' cars I'm keeping my old BMC and doing the world a favour

You are most welcome - we have quite a show this year. Can you pm me an email addy so I can send you the relevant details etc. Looking forward to seeing you all.

Excellent news. Malanka is booked! Clive is going to wonder if he has been robbed if he sets foot in the wet shed that weekend. I think that's eight coming from Stalham....

And a much more relaxed weekend for you both as well. Sounds perfect

Muddy Waters now comfirmed Royal Tartan now confirmed Finale (our support vessel) also confirmed. A special appearance of mini Broad Ambition is also expected! Anyone fancy giving Timbo a nudge

With enough momentum it'll fit through all the bridges

She looks a lot better than that now!

A couple of points, Firstly we, for some years, used to insure with the company referred to in previous posts and therefore had been unwittingly making a false declaration to the BA at the point of toll collection. We have since changed companies after becoming aware of the issue. Secondly, you can not buy a temporary toll for a visiting dinghy without making an insurance declaration even though the act does not require such a vessel to carry insurance. So, to comply with the form to buy a temporary toll you are making a false declaration whilst actually complying with the act! Thirdly, also mentioned above, there is no longer a requirement to prove insurance at the time of paying ved (car tax) and hasn't been for a while now. However, it is against the law to own a taxed but un- insured vehicle irrespective of whether it is actually in use or not. Personally I welcome kfurbank's quest to clarify the situation. My boats are insured appropriately and I have always felt the question, at the point of toll payment, to be worthless. If BA actually do not need to ask then it also simplifies their processes so maybe it's a good thing? Just like your mot certificate at the point of VED payment, any policy or declaration to the BA is only valid at the point of sale. Your insurance details are not recorded and, therefore, could expire the following day but your declaration allows you a toll payment for up to 12 months cruising! There are no ANPR cameras on the broads!!

And this thread started so innocently.