Thanks for the input, I am going for 316, maybe I can automatically slow drain the waterlock when left for some time to get oxygen in. The...
Thanks Michael, I have looked at Halyard, still too big. It really has to be fabricated to fit my space. I have re-engine and gone up to a...
Hi, Can someone advise me as to materials for a water trap. I need to fabricate one to fit in a specific place. I tried a Vetus plastic one,...
Yes Viking, The best place is up against the forestay fitting, unfortunately, the big front plate is twisted and off-centre, so, will have to go....
Thanks guys, I will be making a plywood mock-up first. Haven't decided about a complete replacement yet, if you look at the pictures in the...
Thought you might be interested in some more pictures. It wasn't a gale force wind or raining or snowing or frosty last weekend, which is unusual...
Thanks guys, My main anchor is a Spade, this anchor is widely used in my proposed sailing area. I like the idea of the main anchor on one side...
I would really like to get the anchor on centreline but am unsure how to get strength into the "arch" spanning the width on the bow roller. My...
Thanks young man. I will make a cardboard model first, let you have a look. Fortunately I am not a skotch person , I am a Yorkshireman, the only...
Thanks for the input young man. The whole thing needs replacing, all I need is a picture of a similar, well thought out arrangement. As the...
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Hi, Still working on my Sadler 27 Frigate, hopefully she will be in the water in April/May. My dilemma is, the stemhead fitting, I am tempted to...
I see what you are saying guys, My single-handed experience is limited, but, have been in situations where I needed 6 hands. I will try the...
Hi, I have my mast down on the patio waiting for a check-over and refit. Can anyone recommend or give me a link to diagrams/books showing the...
Thanks guys, I take the point about 2G inversion, but, I have to work with the beds I have inherited. I have gone off vertical inserts for this...
Hi, I am looking for ideas how to bolt down my new engine. This is an engine swap from a petter mini six to a Yanmar 2YM15. The new arrangement...
Thanks folks, On another forum I was pointed to the BEP Custom Panel Configurator which looks a good starting point for layout. I haven't had it...
Hi, I am currently planning my electrical system, including shorepower and a move to TackTick. What I am looking for is a book or website...
Thanks for the input guys. I appreciate what your'e saying, this yacht is only for getting experience and some sense of what I want in a Yacht,...
Hi guys, She finally made it to my drive. Here's some pictures the al wifey took on a rare sunny scottish day.!...