Thanks for the advice. About what I thought. Unfortunately the hull does need shot blasting have tried one yard left messages, e-mailed but can I get a retunred call ...... seems they just don't want the work. On the engine front, I did manage petrol engines about thirty years ago, but servicing a diesel engine for what would be first time is unfortunately just too daunting. Was the terrific crash anywhere near that I should worry about (not) using? Thought I would watch the crane out and stand with all fingers crossed!