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A few more, but I think that's enough for while. I get a lot of enjoyment from making these, just need to catch with them now. Baz

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Talking of lures, Pike ,or Perch, and the cost of them, quite expensive to be honest, I decided to make my own, so bought a load of fittings etc, found some 2x1 and 2x2, and away I went. All I need to do now is to literally try them, tune them, and hopefully catch a few fish. Baz

Hiya, If you look on EBAY you will find there are companies that supply the vynil names to your own style. They are not expensive, and come ready to apply, just peel the backing off, stick to the boat, remove the top covering, and presto, a shiny new boat name of your choice of Font and Colour. Baz

Hiya Clive mate, haven't spoken for a while, but I've been watching the progress of the boat. Clive I think she's going to be a stunner, congratulations and well done to the crew of builders, you must be very proud of them. Baz

Seems like you've been peeking, bed early for you tonight, without your tea. Dad

Now come on Jill, do you honestly think I could sit in front of the telly doing some crocheting. What's my wife going to think, it wouldn't be long before she'd have me doing all the housework as well. lol Baz

Ian, you old smoothy you, ahhh shucks. Baz

Hiya Ian, welcome to the site. At 17", I would say it's probably on the limit of a short shaft, and as there's only a few inches in it, I'd go for the long shaft. If I'm wrong with my judgement, then I'm sure someone will be along to correct me, as I've already stated that I'm not up and running with outboards. Enjoy the site Ian, there will always be someone about to help you, and nice people at that. I reckon that plug deserves a pint eh. Baz

Hiya Paul, Paul, there's an old saying which says. " If you don't ask, you don't get " so please don't be afraid to ask absolutely anything. There will always be someone who can help you. I have been helped so many times on this site, and still am to be honest, but one day it'll be my turn to help someone else, and then I'll feel satisfied. So enjoy your boat Paul, and don't worry about a thing. All the best Baz

Hello Senator, nice of you to reply. I'm sorry, I should have said fresh water only, The River Great Ouse to be precise, and it's tributaries. The diagram supplied by Strowager is spot on for what I was looking for, and is now in the hands of my son. I'm of the opinion, as is my son, that the power should be in the area of about 15hp. Thanks once again. Baz

Strowager, I knew someone would come up trumps, many thanks for that, much appreciated. Baz

Hiya all, following on from my previous post about the outboard question, can someone tell me how I determine the shaft length of the outboard motor, standard,short, or long. Do I for example, measure the distance from where the outboard will sit, to the bottom of the boat, and if so, where do I go from there. Many thanks Baz

Hiya w44nty, The boat was built by Yeoman Cruisers in 1975, but what the depth of the boat at the back is, I don't know,I'd have to phone my son for him to measure it, but thanks a lot for your reply, most appreciated. The actual power of the engine, I thought of, was, as you suggest, about 10 to 20hp, great minds eh. Baz

Hi all, Firstly let me say, I know nothing about outboards at all, so am asking for your advice as to what my son will need for his boat. The boat is a smallish day boat of 16ft long, and 6ft 6in wide, a small cabin area with a smallish rear cockpit. The boat is steered from a conventional wheel and cables, as will the throttle and gearchange. Now, will he need a longshaft outboard,shortshaft,2 stroke, 4 stroke, and of what power. He hopes to take it out for a bit of fishing, and of course to give the family a trip up the river occasionally, on the River Great Ouse. Any suggestions or advice would naturally be accepted with gratitude. Baz

Hiya Jim, A very good fabricator that I've been recommended is : Ken Nevard Fabrications, 01692 670550, or mobile No.07782262453, and I believe he's based at Sutton or Catfield. If in doubt of the location, get in touch with Mowjo, and he'll give you any further information. Apparently he's a really good workman, and reasonably priced as well. All the best Baz

Hiya John, I have the Boulters breakdown insurance, and have had it for a couple of years now, and luckily haven't had to claim on it. I also have their "diver" insurance as well. The cost as I remember last year was £92 for the breakdown, and a further £29.99 for the Diver. As you say, better prepaired eh. Baz

My sentiments exactly Carol, brought back a few memories. Baz

Did I hear someone mention the Ford 100E Anglia lol

My brand new Ariel Golden Arrow 250 Sports, in 1964, I was 16, and and do you know Neil, just last year, the very same bike passed me outside my own home. I was just coming in when he rode past the other way, I was going to chase him for a chat, but couldn't get the car off the drive in time, never seen him since.

Hiya Neil,If only you knew. Just a year or so ago, I had a bee in my bonnet about getting the old Bonny T120 of about 1964/5. I looked everywhere without any luck, and in the course of looking, I obviously went into a few bike shops, and yes, you've guessed it, looked at all sorts, and in their desperation to sell me a bike, I was even offered a brand new Suzi Bandit 600 for the grand total of just £5 under £4K. I was tempted, but remained loyal to my Triumphs, but unfortunately, still no bike. My missus reckons I'm silly at my age, maybe she's right eh. The one bike I was impressed with was a just out of the crate, a Honda Fireblade, this fitted like a glove, but at nearly £10K, was way out of reach. I reckon my bike riding days are over Neil, although occasionally, I do have a go on my mates bikes, a bit frightening really, the R1 nearly left me behind on the road, and the 1200 Bandit felt very heavy, but after all said and done, I still have my dreams, ah well. Take it easy eh. Baz

Your very welcome Neil. I love the bike by the way. My first bike was a Triumph,,,,,,a Triumph 200cc Tiger Cub, when I was fifteen, and then a few different bikes afterwards, then I changed to cars, bad move, should have stuck to bikes. Baz

Many thanks for that Dan, much appreciated. I should have called you in the first place eh. Baz

Hiya all. I hired a boat a number of years ago from ' Faircraft Lloynes " called Fair Ambassador. The question is : Who was the manufacturer, as it was something I never used to think about. Many thanks Baz

Hello Neil, Just had a really nice few minutes looking at your boats etc, and including of course, the haircut, brilliant. You and yours must be justifiably very happy with the photos. It's a history of not only yourselves, but also of the changes the Broads have gone through over the years, well done. Baz