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Yesterday, 22:46

Phildorset replied to a thread MDL renewal. in Motor Boat Forum

The new hotel looks very smart and adds to the scene nicely I think, when we stayed at OV during the Soton boat show this year it wasn't the hotel...

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07-12-19, 09:41

Phildorset replied to a thread Sailing in Scottish Islands in Practical Boat Owner's Reader to Reader

nice tip, thanks for mentioning this, I keep meaning to rejoin the CA... probably will now - I'm applying for leave to attend (from wife & kids).

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05-12-19, 22:56

rafiki_ replied to a thread Q re Measuring windlass (and other!) stresses in Motor Boat Forum

Yep a locking link with a strain gauge would be better than the mounts V.

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04-12-19, 22:32

rafiki_ replied to a thread Is this coolant liquid??... in Motor Boat Forum

Looks like general bilge crud to me.

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04-12-19, 16:43

rafiki_ replied to a thread Q re Measuring windlass (and other!) stresses in Motor Boat Forum

Vas, rather than tinkering with load cells, is there a way of converting current draw to load? I’m sure Lofrans would have a view on current to...

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01-12-19, 11:47

Phildorset replied to a thread marina and berthing fees in Practical Boat Owner's Reader to Reader

now this sounds very inviting... may I ask where? I rather fancy doing the same for a few years. please feel free to pm me if you prefer.

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30-11-19, 16:25

Phildorset replied to a poll How much to spend on your boat compared to your wealth? in Motor Boat Forum

ditto... describes my situation quite nicely too - my boat is an absolute pleasure, the costs are high at times, but that just helps me keep focus...

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27-11-19, 18:57

rafiki_ replied to a thread Flat battery in Motor Boat Forum

I have a large 12v unsealed battery and i need to top up with about a litre of de-ionised water every 3 months. They are in the Lazerette, insulated...

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27-11-19, 18:54

rafiki_ replied to a thread New Boat to us Azimut in Motor Boat Forum

Many congratulations, and a great choice. How about some pics? More Azi’s on here please?

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27-11-19, 16:52

Phildorset replied to a thread New Boat to us Azimut in Motor Boat Forum

Congratulations, she looks great, we are three seasons into owning Stella and love her, great to have another Azimut owner on the forum.

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27-11-19, 16:49

Phildorset replied to a thread fabric choice for external seating. in Motor Boat Forum

Thank you chaps - encouraging feedback so far, much appreciated.

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27-11-19, 11:59

Phildorset replied to a thread Azimut 46 speed? in Motor Boat Forum

I agree with the above, we choose to cruise our Azimut at around 2000 rpm or just a little over, giving us just over 20kts = relaxed yet swift...

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27-11-19, 11:36

Phildorset started a thread fabric choice for external seating. in Motor Boat Forum

Am wondering if I can get some comments / advice? I am organising to have the external seating to the cockpit and flybridge recovered this winter...

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24-11-19, 17:53

rafiki_ replied to a thread Best place to see used cruisers in Motor Boat Forum

You will be best looking on he Thames or Norfolk Broads. Boats have an easier life on the rivers so older boats will look better than on the coast.

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22-11-19, 10:55

rafiki_ replied to a thread Boot Dudeldorf in Motor Boat Forum

I didn't have a problem viewing any boat at Boot this year. As Jeremy says, you will be asked to register at each reception desk. Takes 2 minutes,...

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20-11-19, 22:32

kanajobe48 replied to a thread raymarine or garmin in Motor Boat Forum

Hi si, Thanks, that’s the plan for next year, here’s hoping fir flat seas and blue sky’s You out of the water yet? Nafe

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20-11-19, 05:17

kanajobe48 replied to a thread raymarine or garmin in Motor Boat Forum

Hi phill I have the original champagne coloured panels surrounding the dials and the gps replaced and sprayed a grey RAL colour, Chris at platinum...

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19-11-19, 16:28

rafiki_ replied to a thread Boot Dudeldorf in Motor Boat Forum

No WhatsApp message James. I still have the 2019 Group on my phone. Not sure yet on Boot. Will let you know. Hope all well?

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19-11-19, 15:39

rafiki_ replied to a thread Boot Dudeldorf in Motor Boat Forum

I would greatly recommend this as a fantastic day out, with some fun and interesting boaty types. I went in Jan this year and had a great day with...

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19-11-19, 15:30

rafiki_ replied to a thread Battery Problems in Motor Boat Forum

Yes, not a great thing to clear up. One of my batts got very close, and I was lucky enough to capture it and disconnect before it made a real mess. ...

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19-11-19, 09:14

rafiki_ replied to a thread Battery Problems in Motor Boat Forum

David, the batts are likely to have cooked. No downside of trying to charge, but you must monitor temp, as if plates have welded then the batts can...

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18-11-19, 18:27

Phildorset replied to a thread Azimut 50 Fly 2008 in Motor Boat Forum

I'm another biased but very happy Azimut fan, a good surveyor will tell you what's what & if there's any real problem to consider. We have had ours...

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18-11-19, 18:18

Phildorset replied to a thread Round Britain... Where would you choose to start in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

Re the East Coast - my plan is to head over to Norway from Shetland, and work my way down their coast and then Denmark towards home - I think rather...

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18-11-19, 15:31

rafiki_ replied to a thread As close to Northampton as possible. in Motor Boat Forum

Have you tried the Thames Forum or the East Coast Forum? The Thames caters for most river folk.

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18-11-19, 14:22

rafiki_ replied to a thread Dehumidifier in Motor Boat Forum

+1 for the DD8L. It has the continuous drain function, plus being a dessicant it does not have the inherent fire risk.

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17-11-19, 22:53

rafiki_ replied to a thread Azimut 50 Fly 2008 in Motor Boat Forum

Agreed Mike. Looking at things like the wiring, plumbing, fuel system etc are all top notch. The interior of my 39 is also smart, robust and well...

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17-11-19, 22:31

Phildorset replied to a thread Round Britain... Where would you choose to start in Yachting Monthly's Scuttlebutt

I'm currently doing it, very slowly and it week at a time chunks mostly, home port is Poole so I set off just after Easter, day sailing (solo), and...

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17-11-19, 20:09

rafiki_ replied to a thread Azimut 50 Fly 2008 in Motor Boat Forum

I may be a bit biased, but Azis are well engineered and built. Yes there have been some with osmosis, but I understand that this is not difficult to...

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16-11-19, 18:15

rafiki_ replied to a thread Watchet Harbour in Motor Boat Forum

You will get better info on the Bristol Channel Forum.

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10-11-19, 22:31

rafiki_ replied to a thread CE Marking in Motor Boat Forum

It is not a question about being easy, but about you getting the right info to make a sensible decision. Good luck!

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