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Robin this post just reminds me why I dont bother with the forum anymore ........ Lets get back to boats and the broads ...
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I would agree and say that the forum went downhill when it went on facebook However , re the forum becoming a "respectable platform ......etc" - I have seen many forums which allow far more leeway for debate and discussion without draconian moderation This forum has recently seemed to be heading towards becomming so politically correct ,that all discussion which does not follow s certain "accepted tone " is stifled Purely my personal opinion ..
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Having read eyewitness accounts on other places where said "trial" is taking place, it appears the ferry left when the boat was approx 30m from the chains . Assuming this was correct ,at that point , I would say the ferry was at fault ,however the fact that ,its also stated that the helmsperson ( cant assume or assign gender ,heaven forbid) then speeded up to make it through. Again assuming these witnesses are no lying or mistaken , then the ultimate mistake must surely be attempting to continue on course ,over/through two high tensile steel chains ???? Personally I never pass unless the ferry docked , and have never had any issue while doing so I merely make observations here and do not judge anyones guilt or otherwise . I can only hope I have not upset anyone , infringed any forum regulations or upset any sacred cows with this post .
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Channel 4 Tonight's Canals Program Is On The Broads
alexandlorna replied to RegalSafari's topic in The Broadscot Lounge
Having spent a lot of time and money and tied up several expensive metalworking machines to produce brand new main bearings ,and big ends for Falcon approx 3 or 4 years ago , at zero cost to the museum, I would certainly hope the museum is taking care of engine bedplate alignment and proper lubrication regime . I am sure the knocking is most likely from some ancilliary pump or linkage etc and not from the bearings .. At the time I supplied an automatic lubricator to be adapted for the engine but am not sure if this is fitted or not -
How Long For The Recent High Waters To Recede?
alexandlorna replied to Cockatoo's topic in Broads Chat
Having moored at Ludham Bridge for about 5 years ,we would say that rarely ,if ever would you see much more than 4 to 6 inches of tidal rise and fall Having said that we are exactly 8'6" air draught and often went under at 8' 2" with no problems, as there is generally around 4 or5 inches more than the board shows- but in a hire vessel I would call Rickos for advice before attempting iti- n a hire vessel caution should be exercised as its your responsibilty and the bridge markers often get hit and reset... If in any doubt exercise common sense , arrive at low tide and be aware that occassionaly you might not get through, however most Richardsons boats coming from Stalham do pass under Ludham regularly or they would not be there. -
Sorry to hear of your loss , our thoughts are with you x
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Broad Ambition - Underway on the H2O
alexandlorna replied to BroadAmbition's topic in Holiday Tales & Blogs
Just so there is no doubt on both main issues, for all those who are able to read the Queens English... Seen at Oulton Dyke -
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Cooking On The Corsican The Vlog Part 2 Finally Edited
alexandlorna replied to CheshireCat's topic in Broads Chat
Having tasted this mac cheese made by Geoffrey , it 's really good. -
norfolk broads Cruising On The Corsican New Vlog...
alexandlorna replied to CheshireCat's topic in Broads Chat
Love it guys ! We will be sending you our itinery for our first 4 weeks of the season , feel free to moor behind us , we will even break our " no double mooring " rule !! Looks really good x Alex & Lorna ☺☺ -
Very sad news... Our thoughts are with his family
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The Corsican Great Job Moonfleet Part 2
alexandlorna replied to CheshireCat's topic in The Broadscot Lounge
Looks great Geoffrey , is the towel rail /radiator heated by the engine cooling circuit ? Alex -
Running Engines Shock Warning Following Tragedy.
alexandlorna replied to Boaters's topic in Broads Chat
Hi Alan, we have tried about 5 locations including that area , but still these annoying "false" alarms It was ok three nights running then one wet evening last week ,went off again ,(coincidentally?) when we had the dehumidifier on I got up and moved it sitting it on top of a very large vent grille , two hours latter was up again and it was showing its highest ever reading of 158 ppm which frankly astounded me ! -
think the subject matter was the issue really John - Cant make a silk purse .........etc lol
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Running Engines Shock Warning Following Tragedy.
alexandlorna replied to Boaters's topic in Broads Chat
Having read this topic and being amongst those who have recently chosen to upgrade their CO protection , I was wondering if anyone has had the same problems with detector sighting We have just bought a "Fire Angel " unit which seems to be very good at its job However I am wondering if anyone else has had problems with seemingly "false" alarms I define false as when we are running no CO producing devices of ANY kind and are nowhere near other vessels We have a desicant (or wheel) type dehumidifier which also includes and ioniser and I suspect this may be setting the unit off , so can anyone who really knows the answer , comment on this .... Also we are told , put the unit where you sleep : but for the life of me I cant see how you can sleep with a green led flashing brightly when trying to get some kip , but that's only a minor detail My issue is that a "false" alarm if such it is , will result in loss off faith in the protection device and its swift consignment to Davey Jones's locker - hence my wish to have a clear understanding of what can trigger this unit other than CO I have also tried a different detector which did the same Alex -
Not your usual photographic quality John , but the subject matter was somewhat limited lol As for the pink hankie idea , well someone's gonna suffer lol
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Truth to tell not so much as a drop was spilled! As for the order of the pics , well both Lorna and myself are challenged when it comes to geeky stuff !!☺
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Previously unpublished work discovered in a drunk woman's phone The previously referred to magnum is broached..............
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Many thanks to John and Mary Jane for a lovely afternoon and meal at Rockland St Mary A lovely day,great company ,good food and of course loads of booze !☺ We did all leave the staithe in an undignified scrammle to avoid being grounded in the extremely low tide this morning, and stirred up the bottom of the dyke quite a bit as our depth sounder showed "out" well into the channel to Short Dyke A&L
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Yes Iain , we are home and can hardly believe how much better the weather is here this week But , I will wager its a one off though - this week is actually our Scottish summer ............
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As a related point Lbby is once again hiring dayboats