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have had a busy few weeks, starting with a trip to the Beaulieu Boat Jumble where we managed to not only bag some bargains, but meet up with a few readers too, which is always nice. We also managed to grab a few days away onboard something much bigger, and less affordable, that we are used to, P&O’s Azura. Now I’m quite used to changing my plans on the
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Brunswick group. The first of these, Bayliner’s 842, will appear next month, so I won’t give too much away. What I will say though, is that if you are thinking of buying a bow rider, you just have to take a look at Bayliner’s new VR6, with the big 250hp engine option. This boat is an absolute blast and handles about as good as any sportsboat I have ever driven. Our boat test this month leaves you with a bit of a dilemma. The Grandezza 27 comes with hard and soft top options, as well as petrol and diesel engine choices. There is a great argument for almost any combination, and it would be a hoof due to weather, but I really wasn’t tough decision to make. Talking expecting it to be the same on a 115,000 ton, 290-metre long cruise ship. Alas, our of tough choices, the 23rd of this stopover in Guernsey was cancelled due to month sees another one, the EU in/ out vote. How a Brexit will affect high winds. Luckily we will be back over us boaters seems like a question there in a couple of months in our much smaller Sealine during our annual Cruise without an answer but, if the vote goes that way, there could in Company. I hope the weather behaves be some interesting itself this time. Just last week I was out in Croatia testing the latest offerings from the times ahead.
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NEWS TUI to sell Sunsail and other specialist brands It was announced in May that TUI, an organisation responsible for holiday companies such as Thomson, is to sell off its specialist boating brands, which include The Moorings, Sunsail and Le Boat. These boat charter and sailing schools encompass over 80 bases worldwide and are responsible for 1,800 boats. Fritz Joussen, TUI Group CEO, said “The Specialist Group is a great collection of more than 50 brands and successful companies. However, there is little vertical integration with the core tourism businesses. In addition, the potential impact on profitability and the large amount of brands are strong strategic arguments not to combine the portfolio under the TUI brand. Therefore, we believe that a disposal of the Specialist Group in one transaction is the best way to maximise value from these businesses for TUI’s shareholders. It will also enable us to quickly focus on the strategic imperatives outlined and strengthen TUI and its international competitiveness.” Reports indicate that, in the short term, the sell off will not affect employees and customers. Hopefully Motorboat Owner will be able to bring you more news on this over the coming months.
Bayliner NEW BOATS
The American boat builder Bayliner announced that it will be launching three new models at the Cannes Boat Show in September. It is expanding the Element range with the introduction of a new 21ft version. The Element 21 will be available in the standard guise (right), or as an F version with a centre console for fishing. The 20ft sterndrive-powered VR5 bowrider will be available in an outboard version, which will be known as the VR5 OB (left).
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New ‘Swallows and Amazons’ movie A BBC film based on the children’s classic Swallows and Amazons is set to hit the big screen this August. Written by Arthur Ransome, the story tells of the waterborne adventures of the Walker and Blackett children in the Lake District during the summer of 1929. The film was directed by Nick Barton on location in the Lake District, Yorkshire and Scotland and is rumoured to have a Russian spy twist. Its cast includes Kelly Macdonald, as Mrs Walker, Rafe Spall, as Jim Turner, Andrew Scott, as Lazlov, and Jessica Hynes and Harry Enfield as Mr and Mrs Jackson. It will be released in UK cinemas on the 19th of August.
Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship Over the next five months in the region of 5,000 8-16 year olds will begin competing in the Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship, with the goal of winning a Highfield 460 (with a Honda BF50 outboard), or a Honwave T40 (with a Honda BF20 outboard) for their boat clubs. Now in its 15th year, the championship comprises of two categories, 8-12 and 13-16 years, and each competitor will have to demonstrate their RIB handling skills in a timed course. The regional finals began in Northern Ireland in May, with 12 further finals set to be held before the winners face off at the national final at the Southampton Boat Show on Sunday 18th September. Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
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NEWS Bavaria E40 NEW BOAT The German boat builder, Bavaria has announced a new 40ft semi-displacement cruiser. The new E40 is set to combine contemporary design, a ‘clever space concept’ and efficiency. It will be available with a two or three cabin layout and in ‘Fly’ and ‘Sedan’ guises. UK dealer Clipper Marine is expecting its first E40 Sedan (pictured) to arrive in late Juneearly July. The Sedan model is priced at £196,666 fitted with the mid range engine option, a single Volvo Penta D3 150hp diesel.
Wetwheels Hamble launched
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On Saturday 14th May the custom-made 10-metre Cheetah catamaran, Wetwheels Hamble, was launched at the Royal Southern Yacht Club. Dame Mary Fagan DCVO, JP, officially named the boat in front of a large crowd, cutting the ribbon held by Wetwheels founder Geoff Holt MBE, DL. It was Dame Mary who launched the first boat, Wetwheels Solent, four years ago at the Southampton Boat Show. Specially adapted to take wheelchair users, Wetwheels Hamble is now the third of its kind in the British Isles, along with Wetwheels Solent and Wetwheels Jersey. The boat was built by Cheetah Marine in Ventnor, Isle of Wight, and is powered by a pair of Suzuki 300hp outboards. Geoff Holt MBE, DL said “We have come a long way and it makes me incredibly proud to see this, our third boat on the water. The Hamble is very special to me for a number of reasons and I just know that the whole community will benefit from her presence here.” It is hoped that a further five boats will be delivered over the next five years.
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Northern Boat Show This June will see many marine services, equipment manufacturers and motorboats converge on Liverpool’s waterfront. Now in its second year, the Northern Boat Show is held concurrently with the International Mersey River Festival, on the 3rd -5th June. The three-day show is promised to be bigger and is due to showcase some 70 boats from boat brands such as Parker, Rodman, Sealine, Four Winns, Fairline, Chaparral, Robalo, Sea Ray, Bavaria and BRIG. New for 2016, there will also be an inland theme to the show, with new exhibitors such as Viking Cruisers and the Canal & River Trust. Floating jumps and ramps will be positioned in the dock for wakeboarding demonstrations. Other entertainments include raft racing, canoe polo, windsurfing, paddle boarding and flyboarding, as well as live music. It is free to enter the show and festival, with tickets required for pontoon access to the boats £5 per day online or £8 on the door. For show details and ticket bookings visit the website.
Regatta booms are to stay for Henley Festivals
With rumours of the ‘early’ removal of the Henley Royal Regatta booms earlier this year, boating visitors to the Henley Festival in July were faced with the prospect of having nowhere to moor. The lack of booms would also subsequently affect the parade area for the Thames Traditional Boat Festival. However, in a turn of events, the regatta organisers and the Environmental Agency have announced that the booms will remain in place, but will be issuing some new, ‘enforceable’ guidelines for boaters tieing to the booms. These are likely to state that boats should not be left unattended and restrict rafting to no more than two boats together. Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
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NEWS Vote opens for favourite Gold Anchor Marina The Yacht Harbour Association (THYA) has announced the launch of its Marina of the Year Awards for 2017. Now in its fourth year, the Awards are open to all Gold Anchor accredited marinas, both in the UK and overseas. This year Lymington Yacht Haven (pictured) and Poole Quay Boat Haven won the UK Coastal Marina of the Year awards categories, while OverWater Marina in Cheshire won the UK Inland Marina of the Year. For further details of marinas and to register your vote visit the website. Voting closes on 30th November 2016 and the Awards will be presented during the London Boat Show at ExCeL London on Thursday 12 January 2017.
Rare Broads Authority launch goes under the hammer
The Aquastar Owners Club has launched a website for its owners and for those who are interested in Aquastars. The member’s only pages provide additional information on club events, cruises, old newsletters and, additionally, a member’s forum.
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A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase the Broads Authority launch, ML Chet, as it retires after 40 years service. Used for patrols by river inspectors, the 29ft traditional Thames-style launch is said to be one of the Authority’s last two launches. It is fitted with a 38hp Nanni diesel engine, a gas hob/grill, and diesel heating. You will find full auction details on the Broads Authority website.
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Barclays Jersey Boat Show 2016
Rare Riva Ferrari sells for €80k
According to its organisers, visitor and exhibitor numbers were on the up for the ninth, free-entry Barclays Jersey Boat Show and, in mid May, the title sponsor, Barclays, announced it would be sponsoring the event for a further three years. Held over the May Bank Holiday weekend at St Helier Marina, this years show was blessed with good weather, attracting a reported 35,000 people, with 11,000 people on the pontoons. Exhibiting at the show were UK boat dealers such as Bates Wharf, Sargo Boats UK and Wessex Marine.
This May a rare 1990 Riva Ferrari 32 (pictured above) sold for £80,640 at RM Sotheby’s biennial sale at Monaco. Another boating lot at the auction, a 1974 Riva Aquarama Special, Lealena sold for €448,000.
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This year’s Beaulieu Boat Jumble was the 39th and despite appearing like there was a slightly reduced number of exhibitors, the 7000+ visitors still had plenty of choice amongst the Boatmart, Boatmall and Trunk Traders sections of the jumble
Under the hammer, an afternoon fundraising auction was held on the RNLI Lifeboats stand
offering everything from complete boats to new and used boating equipment, as well as nautical curios and clothing. If that wasn’t enough, there were also exhibits from the Classic Motorboat Association, The International Boatbuilding Training College, an ‘Ask the Experts Live” feature and a flare amnesty. Even the RNLI were getting in on the act, fundraising by selling off and auctioning donated boating paraphernalia. We were there not only to report on proceedings, but as boatowners with a shopping list for both our project boat and our Sealine. I picked up some OMC Gasket Sealing Compound for £3, which has proved invaluable during my engine rebuild, a new jockey wheel
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This classic Broom Pisces is an ideal project for someone. I know Claire was very tempted
There were bargains galore plus beautiful pieces, like this ship’s telegraph
for the project boat trailer for £20, a full set of aluminium anodes for both Volvo drives, plus a couple of spare bowthruster anodes, for £48, and some green antifoul for Olive which, at £29 for a small can, wasn’t particularly cheap, but green antifoul is harder than you would think to find. I also picked up a brand new 22-litre fuel can for £11 and a few metres of fuel hose for £6, which will be perfect for a planned upgrade to Olive’s fuel system. Other bargains were a couple of litres of
two-stroke oil for £10, a pair of trailer ratchet straps for £5 and another £28 spent on tools and consumables for general boat maintenance and servicing. Add to this a brand new Henri Lloyd fleece for £10 and we spent a grand total of £170. Considering the retail price of our little haul, the travel cost and entrance fees have paid for themselves many time over. If you have never been to Beaulieu, I would thoroughly recommend it. You even get access to the famous motor museum included in your £8.70 entrance fee. The 2017 event is preliminarily planned for Sunday the 23rd of April. CE PRI
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Mystery Boat ‘189 Otasl’ A ‘shead’ of light Response 1: In response to your ‘Mystery Boat’ appeal in last months magazine I asked Graham Stevens to ‘Shead some light’ on the boat. As well as being an honorary member and the official archivist for our club, the Classic Offshore Powerboat Club (COPC), Graham was Don Shead’s chief design draughtsman back in the days when “Sheady” drew up the lines for numerous offshore race boats and of course, the Sunseeker range. He holds probably the most Top, the Magnum 27 Sedan (1968-1976) had a raised deck with sitting headroom inside. Bottom, the 34ft comprehensive archive of items aft cabin DS 110 designed by Don Shead relating to the British Offshore Racing scene. He agrees that the design owes something to Don Shead, but thinks that the boat may have been ‘rebuilt’ to change it, or, maybe it is a freelance design, using Shead lines as a guide. Whatever it is or was, there do not seem to be any records of its race number or name, although these may yet appear. It may have originated in Scandinavia, but our record system only covers the UK in the main. Graham said “I have no record of it at all in the archive. Maybe it was going to race and never passed scrutineering, so fell off the radar, there are a lot of boats like that. The coachroof windows are as per a Magnum Sedan, yet the hull has been modified aft of midships, with a cranked chine and a cobblered up Shead-style engine canopy from the early 70`s. Maybe the owner had read some powerboating magazines and had a go at design before the reality 14
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Mystery Boat ‘189 Otasl’ was spotted languishing in Kent by MBO reader, Ryan Field
of actually racing dawned. This wouldn’t be the first time something like this has happened”. Martin Napier, Secretary, Classic Offshore Powerboat Club Editor replies: Thank you Martin for your very informative reply, and thanks also to Graham, it’s great to know that there is someone out there keeping a record of all that valuable historic data. Despite not perhaps having the racing pedigree we had hoped, Otasl looks like an interesting boat and I hope someone is brave enough to take on the restoration. We would love to see it back in the water. Response 2: I remember this boat on the River Stour at Sandwich as far back as 1975. My family owned a Norman 20 at the time. By all accounts this boat lived up to her name though she hardly ever seemed to go out. ‘Otasl’ is short for ‘Hot as Hell’, at least that’s what we always assumed. It seemed a very appropriate name to me. Really enjoying the magazine. Don’t give up on that outboard rebuild. Andrew Watson Editor replies: I just hope my outboard can turn Olive into an ‘Otasl’ boat! Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
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Our club, the Upper Thames Motor Yacht Club, based at Sonning on the River Thames, is celebrating its 70th birthday this year. We have used this occasion to clean and re-hang in our clubhouse, all the burgees that we have collected from the many visiting clubs over the years. There are, however, five flags that we cannot identify and I wondered if I could ask your readers whether anyone can help us? Our celebratory year culminates in October with a party in our clubhouse and it would be so nice if we could put a name to all the flags by that time. Indeed, if anyone has any anecdotes or recollections of visiting our club in the past, I would love to hear about it. You can contact me through our website at utmyc.org. Graham Menzies, Commodore, Upper Thames Motor Yacht Club (UTMYC) Editor replies: Congratulations on your 70th anniversary. You don’t need to wait long for the first answer. The bottom one is from Wakering Yacht Club in Rochford, Essex, a club I know well. As for the rest, it’s over to the readers. Can you put names to these bugrees?
Mitchell Boats
I have owned a Mitchell 23 Sea Angler for the past six years and it is a great little fishing platform with a good, wide beam. The boat had a complete re-fit in 2011 and is currently moored at Shoreham. I would be interested to know a little more about these boats and wondered if you were aware of an owners club to check out? Steve Montgomery Associate Editor replies: Sadly we are not aware of a Mitchell Owners Club but the boats are built down the road from us on Canvey Island. You can find out more about the company at www.mitchell31.com. Does anyone know of a group or forum for Mitchell Owners? 16
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n the last of our three part series on the Boat Safety Scheme (BSS), we look at the final four sections, including what must be considered the most important of all, the LPG system. While electrical and fuel systems are more than capable of causing a problem to you and your boat if they are not correctly specified and installed, the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) system has the greatest capacity to cause harm to you, and just as importantly, those around you, if things are not in tip top condition.
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There is also nothing quite so dramatic and instant as the explosive results of escaped LPG, when ignited. While the BSS is a scheme aimed at inland boats, all of the sections offer some good, practical advice for anyone who owns a boat. Nowhere is this more important than with the LPG system so, even if you boat in an area not covered by the BSS, this part contains useful information to everyone with a boat that carries LPG.
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BSS PART 6
Fire extinguishing and escape
This section lays out the requirements for the number, type and specification of the fire fighting equipment carried onboard and also that the equipment is located correctly and maintained in good usable condition.
Portable fire extinguishers
The amount required will depend upon the size of the boat. Vessels under 11 metres require at least two, while vessels over 11 metres will need three, but there is a little more to it than that. Each portable extinguisher has a fire rating. This details the size and type of fire the extinguisher is capable of putting out. For boats under 7 metres the two extinguishers should have a combined rating of 10A/68B, the two extinguishers on vessels between 7 metre and 11 metres should have a combined rating of 13A/89B and boats over 11 metres with three extinguishers should have a combined rating of 21A/144B. No individual extinguisher on any of these boats should have a rating of less than 5A/34B. If your boat does not have an internal combustion engine, or any form of fuel burning device, there is an allowance to reduce the extinguisher requirements by one 5A/34B rated fire extinguisher. As well as having the right quantity, with the right individual and combined fire ratings, the BSS also requires that all extinguishers are certified by one of the accepted bodies. This means that each extinguisher must be marked with one of the accepted certification marks, which can be found on page 38 of the BSS document. If the above criteria are all met, it then comes down to condition, maintenance and location of the extinguishers. The examiner will check that each extinguisher is free from damage and corrosion, that the safety pin is in place, and that the pressure gauge, if fitted, is showing that the cylinder is under pressure. If there are any ‘expiry’ or ‘replace by’ dates, these will be checked to make sure they are still in date. If the dates have passed, the extinguisher can still be accepted as long as there is proof of the required service in the shape of a service label on the cylinder, and an accompanying invoice or report from the service company. The extinguishers are expected to be located around the vessel in accessible and safe locations adjacent to any escape routes. They must be either on view, or their positions clearly marked if not. For more information about fire types, portable extinguishers and ratings, see our Fire Safety feature in the March 2015 issue, available in the back issues section of our website. Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
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Fire Blankets
A fire blanket is only required on a boat that has permanent cooking facilities. If required, the blanket must meet either BS EN 1869 or BS 6575 standards and be marked as such. The blanket should be mounted in a position that is readily accessible within two metres of the cooking appliance, but not in a place that requires reaching over the appliance to get to it.
Emergency escape The BSS requires that each accommodation space has at least two means of escape. The main companionway is the first and a hatch in the foredeck usually provides the second. Note that the requirement is not for every cabin, so a cabin that leads into the saloon meets this requirement if you can then escape via either the companionway or foredeck hatch. Obviously a second way out of each cabin, other than the cabin door, would be even better, but in many modern boats this is not offered and would be difficult to retrofit. If the second escape route is via a fixed window, there should be an appropriate means of breaking the window mounted adjacent to it. BSS PART 7
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Systems LPG is stored in a liquid form under pressure and the danger comes from leaks in the system, which allows the gas vapour, which is heavier than air, to accumulate within the boat’s interior. This gas vapour mixes with air and becomes highly explosive and particularly dangerous. Part 7 is all about ensuring the integrity of the system to minimize the chances of any leaks occurring, and to ensure that where high-pressure gas is stored, that any leaks will not enter the boats interior. This is an important and complex part of the BSS examination and is an area that requires a little expertise to ensure that all requirements are met. Luckily most boats will have been built to meet the
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standards required, but any home built or modified boats will need close scrutiny to ensure that any LPG system has been installed in such a way that it meets all of the points required. Due to the complexity of this section, it is difficult to cover every single requirement in detail in this feature. We have covered the pertinent points below, but would recommend reading the full text, which can be found in the regulations on the BSS website.
Gas Cylinder storage All pressurized LPG containers should be stored either in a suitable gas locker, or out in the open where any leaking gases will flow overboard unimpeded. A suitable gas storage locker is one that is made of an acceptable material, these being either the same material, and thickness of material, as the surrounding hull structure, metal of at least 1mm thickness, or fibreglass of at least 5mm thickness. It must also extend up to a level as high, or higher, than the top of the cylinder valves, or other high-pressure component within it. The locker must be self-draining to a point that is outside of the boat and above the waterline, and the drain must be installed at the bottom of the locker, or any area within the locker that is below the drain should be filled with an LPG resistant material. The drain should be free of blockages and the locker free of items that may block the drain. The drain line should fall continuously and the drain line and connections should be free of damage, suitably and tightly connected at both ends, and meet the minimum internal diameter of area required. These last requirements vary depending upon the amount of gas stored in the locker. If the total capacity is under 18kg, the drain line must have a diameter of at least 12mm (half inch) or an area of 113mm2. If there is more than one drain in the locker, they can be added together to meet the requirements. For lockers with between 19 and 29kg of stored gas the drain should be at least 14mm in diameter or have an area of 154mm2. For 30-37kg of gas the drain must be 17mm in diameter or have an area of 227mm2 and if over 38kg then the drain should be at least 19mm in diameter or have an area of 283mm2. The locker itself should be secure, free of any items that could cause damage to the cylinders or ignite any escaped gas, and the cylinders within it should be protected from falling objects. The locker should not open into any engine, battery or electrical space.
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Gas Cylinder storage continued
All pipe work exiting the gas locker should go through a gas tight bulkhead fitting or cable gland unless the pipe work exits above the gas tight level of the locker. Obviously it goes without saying that the locker itself should be free of any damage, splits or holes that would allow gas to escape in any other way other than the dedicated drain. Cylinders within the locker must be stored upright and secured in such a way that the hoses, pipe work or valves cannot be damaged by a moving cylinder.
LPG Shut-Off valves
All shut-off valves must be in a readily accessible position. For the BSS, a shut off valve can include the cylinder valve itself. The valves should be either in plain view, or their position clearly marked so that it can be easily seen at all times.
High-pressure components consist of all items from the gas
cylinder to the regulator. If your regulator fits directly onto the cylinder, this section only relates to the cylinder and regulator. All high-pressure components should be installed within the gas locker, or in an open location where escaped gas cannot enter the boat’s interior, and be in good, condition and free of leaks, damage or deterioration. If more than one cylinder is connected on the high-pressure side, each must be fitted with a non-return valve. All high-pressure hoses should be pre-made, of propriety manufacture and marked to BS EN 16436 Class 3, BS 3212 type 2 or an equivalent. No high-pressure hose should exceed 1 metre in length. Regulators that are not mounted directly onto the cylinder should be fitted in such a way that they cannot be damaged from cylinder movement and their vent holes should be protected from debris or water ingress. Manually adjustable regulators are not acceptable.
Appliance isolation valves All portable and fixed
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Pipework, hoses, joints and connections All pipework should be made from seamless copper tube. Stainless steel or copper nickel alloy are also acceptable. All pipework and joints should be secure and free of damage. Where pipes pass through metal bulkheads they must be protected with a sleeve, grommet or bulkhead fitting. All joints must be visually inspected and a BSS cannot be issued without this inspection. Boat owners may need to add inspection panels prior to the examiners visit. If pipes are run through petrol engine rooms or electrical equipment spaces, they must be joint free and installed in a gas-proof conduit. Flexible hoses must be marked with BS EN 16436, BS 3212 or an equivalent. They must be visible for inspection along their entire length and should not be more than one metre in length. Hoses should be in good condition and free from cracking, brittleness, kinks or joins. Where a flexible hose passes through a bulkhead it must be protected by a sleeve or grommet and all connections must be securely fixed with crimped or worm-drive hose clips. No pipe or hose should be installed within 75mm of an exhaust or flue.
LPG system testing
Every installation must have a means of being tested for gas tightness. This could be by using a manometer on a readily accessible test point on an appliance, or on a proprietary test point fitted into the pipework, or by using a bubble tester, if one is installed in the gas locker or cylinder housing. The examiner will test the integrity of the system using one of these. If this test cannot be carried out due to a lack of a suitable test point, the installation will be considered non-compliant and therefore a failure. If the test shows a leak in the system the installation will be deemed as ‘dangerous’ and the examiner will offer advice, and may take appropriate action, to mitigate the danger. Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
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BSS PART 8
Appliances and Flues Part 8 is concerned with LPG and liquid fuel burning appliances, and sets out to ensure that they are installed, designed and maintained in such a way that minimizes the risk of fire or explosion. Parts of this section deal with the requirement for ventilation, but it is worth noting that the BSS does not require any form of carbon monoxide monitoring. Whilst adding to an already comprehensive requirements would not normally be something we would be keen on, it makes sense for any boat with CO producing appliances to have a means of detecting the build up of this deadly gas, in the form of a carbon monoxide detector.
Fuel supply If an appliance burns fuel,
the fuel supply will come under the relevant section of the BSS depending upon whether it uses LPG, diesel or electric. Any liquid fuelled appliance must have a readily accessible shut-off valve within easy and safe reach of the appliance.
Rules specific to petrol engined boats The burner of any LPG or paraffin refrigerator should be room sealed or completely enclosed. In the case of non-room sealed fridges with enclosed burners the combustion air and exhaust should either be routed via a flame trap, or piped directly to the outside of the vessel, or a point inside the vessel that is above the level of the windows or other openings/means of ventilation. No LPG or liquid fuelled appliance should be installed, or draw air from, inside the engine room unless, in certain cases, the appliance is installed in a separate, vapour tight, compartment. 24
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Protection against fire risk Areas around appliances, and their flues or exhaust, will be checked for signs of heat damage, smoke deposits and fuel leaks, and non-portable appliances will be checked to ensure that they are securely mounted.
Catalytic heaters If fitted, any
LPG catalytic heater must meet either BS 5252811 or BS EN 449 standards. The examiner will look for suitably marked tubing, the provision of a guard and correctly marked and operated controls to define compliance.
Appliance burner and flame failure device operation All LPG and liquid fuel burners will be checked to ensure that they are in good condition and burning efficiently. This means the examiner will expect to see a nice blue flame of the right size. They will also operate all burners on the vessel, at their maximum setting, at the same time. When the burners are turned off, the examiner will listen for the click of the flame failure device operating. All LPG and liquid fuel burners fitted on or after 2000, and certain appliances installed before this date, must be fitted with one.
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Ventilation The examiner is required to
check that the boat has been provided with sufficient fixed ventilation, that is ventilation that cannot be closed. The amount of fixed ventilation required will depend upon the input rating of all un-flued and open-flued appliances, the number of people the accommodation space is designed for and the output rating of any open-flued solid fuel appliances. Many ventilation covers specify how much fixed ventilation they supply. The days of seagoing boats having large holes cut in bulkheads are long gone with pragmatic solutions available to boats that don’t have sufficient fixed ventilation. These can include such things as ensuring that one of the boat’s ports cannot be closed without the use of tools and taking into account permanent and measurable gaps around doors and companionways. On sea going boats, with closable ventilators, a sign to remind users to open the ventilation before using an appliance is acceptable. BSS PART 9
Pollution Prevention
There are two areas of concern within this section, bilge water and sanitation systems. To minimize the risk of a bilge pump discharging fuel or oil-laden bilge water into the environment, the boat should be fitted with a catchment tray or the engine installed in such a way that leaks are contained within an oil tight area. The tray, or containment area, must be of a suitable oil resistant material, damage and leak free, and able to contain the full capacity of the engine and gearbox sumps. No bilge pump should be located, or draw from this area unless the discharge is into a holding tank or via a bilge water filter, capable of filtering down to 5ppm. The examiner will need to see a declaration from the manufacturer or markings on the filter to this effect. Contrary to popular belief, a boat does not need a holding tank to be BSS compliant. Without one the toilet, of course, cannot be used, and the discharge pipe should have a means of being shut off. If a holding tank is fitted, the discharge to sea pipework should also be fitted with a closable valve. 26
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Conclusion While reading through this list, you might feel that
obtaining a BSS certificate could be difficult, but the reality is somewhat different. Having been involved in putting three boats through a BSS using three different examiners, I can honesty say that in each case the rules were applied sensibly, the advice offered was useful, and the overall experience was painless, even though all three boats initially failed. Most of the requirements are easy for the owner to check beforehand, and a simple set of stickers, marking where items such as fuel and gas shut offs are located, is often enough to get through some of the categories, so with a bit of preparation most boats should pass first time. If they don’t, the examiner is usually very happy to talk you through options to address the failures and a retest usually just requires the failed items to be inspected. For full details of the Boat Safety Scheme and to see the rules in full just log into the BSS website.
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CUTTING Mastervolt Mass Combi Pro
Mastervolt has introduced a new model of combined inverter battery charger, called Mass Combi Pro. Compact, lightweight and silent, it is available in both 12V (3000W/150A) and 24V (3500WE/100A) versions. The units switch automatically between power sources to supply onboard devices and equipment, and Mastervolt claims that intelligent charging will increase the performance and lifespan of your batteries. Price 12V £2232, 24V £2491.20 www.mastervolt.co.uk
Thuraya SatSleeve+ & SatSleeve Hotspot
Global Telesat Communications has introduced the new Thuraya SatSleeve+, a slip-on booster that enables satellite calls on your existing smartphone and standalone SatSleeve Hotspot, allowing remote linking by WiFi. The SatSleeve+ offers coverage in Europe, Asia, Australasia and Africa and works with a Thuraya SIM card, or with various worldwide GSM SIM cards. The SatSleeve can also supply the SatSleeve Hotspot, a self powered unit that links to the mobile phone by Wi-Fi.
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ACR Pathfinder PRO SART
ACR Electronics has launched a manually-activated, commercial search and rescue transponder, the Pathfinder™ PRO SART. Powered by a lithium battery, the waterproof and mountable transponder is a fully-approved SART that complies with IMO SOLAS regulations and transmits a series of pulses which are displayed on a ship’s radar screen as a line of dots, providing a bearing to a rescue vessel. Price £449 www.acrartex.com
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the latest boating gear and technology
RYA Handy Guide to CEVNI
If you’re cruising on the inland waterways of Europe, and want a quick reference guide to the lights, shapes, sounds and signs you are likely to encounter, then a copy of the RYA Handy Guide to CEVNI is an essential companion for your travels. As well as being a guide, it contains the official text for those taking the CEVNI test, a category of the International Certificate of Competence (ICC). It is available as a paperback and eBook with a ‘bundle’ discount if you buy both versions. Price from £6.99 www.rya.org.uk/shop
Chatham Life range
Chatham has added some new leather sandal styles to its Life® range. Fitted with a memory foam sole and a treaded rubber outsole, there are three styles available in a variety of colours and sizes, for men the Admiral (left), and the Sofie (middle) and Seahorse (right) for women. Price £49 - £55 www.chatham.co.uk
Rapid Eyewear Toledo
Rapid Eyewear has released a new style of sports-wrap sunglasses, the ‘Toledo’. They have interchangeable lenses, ultra-tough frames, adjustable side arms and a rubber windshield gasket to keep out the elements in cold and blustery conditions. Three sets of UVA/ UVB protected interchangeable lenses are supplied as standard for different weather and light conditions (Frostech blue mirror frames for bright sunshine pictured).
Exposure XS100 Adventure Light
Exposure Marine’s XS100 Adventure light is a small and powerful waterproof LED torch ideal for boating and diving. At 55mm and weighing 37 grams, Exposure claim it is the smallest underwater and dive light on the market. Powered by rechargeable lithium ion batteries, it produces a red, blue and 150-lumen white beam. Price £64.95 www.exposuremarine.com
Price £39.95 inc postage www.rapideyewear.co.uk
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King’s Lynn
by Pam Born
Where the North Sea meets the mighty River Great Ouse lies a beautiful historic port that you can now visit by leisure boat
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p until three years ago the logistics of visiting King’s Lynn by a small leisure boat made it virtually out of the question. However, in August 2013, the forward thinking town council, hell-bent on attracting visitors from not only road and rail, but also from the water, opened a new visitor pontoon facility offering good access to the historic
waterfront and town. We investigated the feasibility of a visit to this little known boating destination and found that it had lots to offer. Lying on the West Norfolk coast, King’s Lynn can be approached from two directions, from The Wash, the largest tidal bay in the North Sea, or from the inland waterway system of rivers and
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Destination Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk
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Great Yarmouth
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ENGLISH CHANNEL tributaries that culminate in the mighty River Great Ouse, which runs through the counties of Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Norfolk. It is 143 miles long, and the fourth longest river in the UK. Navigable for 72 miles, via 17 locks, the river has been maintained by the Environment Agency since 1996. Apart from one other short stretch, the river is tidal from the Denver Sluice, where it flows on to Downham Market, King’s Lynn and, finally, out into The Wash.
The course of the river has changed over the centuries due to flooding and civil engineering projects and this has resulted in improved navigation and better land drainage. One such project set about narrowing and straightening the 2.5-mile section of river north of King’s Lynn, towards The Wash, in order to alleviate the huge problem of silting. With notable engineers Sir Thomas Hyde Page, John Rennie and Thomas Telford all having a hand in its construction, the Eau Brink Cut was finally opened in 1821, which
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The old Customs House on Purfleet Quay now houses the Tourist Information Centre
vastly improved access to the Port. By medieval times, King’s Lynn, then known as Bishops Lynn, was already an established seafaring, trading port. It was also famous for many other maritime trades such as shipbuilding, rope and sail making and fishing. Its position on the east coast made it very accessible to north European countries and it became a Hanseatic Port and part of the Hanseatic League of ports, promoting sea trade in Europe. In 1475 the German Hanseatic League established its commercial headquarters in King’s Lynn and the building still survives today. Ships from Germany would travel together for protection against pirates, and bring cargos of fish, furs, timber, wax and pitch, whilst the port itself exported wool, cloth and salt. Today the port is still very active with the import of timber and export of grain using the two docks opened in the
late 1800’s, Alexandra Dock and Bentinck Dock. When Henry VIII took control of the town in 1537 it was subsequently renamed King’s Lynn. Later, in Elizabeth I reign, it is said that five ships sailed from King’s Lynn to join the Armada fleet and, remarkably, all five returned. Seafaring Lynn sailor, George Vancouver, famously sailed from King’s Lynn in the late 1700’s to the Pacific Ocean and north west coast of America and declared British Columbia, the city on the west coast of Canada that still bears his name. Also, Horatio Nelson, who lived in the near-by village of Burnham Thorpe, was a frequent visitor to King’s Lynn, and was made a Freeman of Lynn. As a result of its wealthy maritime past, fine merchant and harbour buildings were built, many of which still exist in the heart of the old medieval town and waterfront. Along with its cobbled streets, inns,
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Distances
Approximate distances in nautical miles from King’s Lynn (pontoon): Denver Sluice 11 miles Ely 25 miles Fosdyke Yacht Haven 25 miles Wells-next-the-Sea 37 miles The Hanse Festival, held every May, celebrates King’s Lynn’s rich maritime heritage
churches and grand squares, King’s Lynn is a paradise of antiquities to walk around.
Approaches
Access to King’s Lynn from the north is via The Wash, a naturally formed estuary where several rivers culminate and connect to the North Sea. Here sandbanks extend out over 5 miles from the shoreline and tides up to 7 metres in height on springs produce strong currents, which occasionally send tidal bores up the rivers. The entrance channel to King’s Lynn and the River Great Ouse lies in the south east corner of The Wash. A buoyed entrance channel, approximately 5 miles long, guides you in to the port of King’s Lynn. We would strongly recommend visiting the King’s Lynn Port website for the latest navigation information and soundings, as being on a very exposed coastline, the channel does shift and, consequently, buoys are repositioned. While we would always recommend carrying the latest charts available, the harbour warn that “no published chart will show our actual channel or buoyage due to frequent changes”. Further navigational advice can also be obtained by calling the harbour office on 01553
Weather & Tides
Met Office Shipping Forecast – Humber Met Office Inshore Waters Forecast Gibraltar Point to North Foreland King’s Lynn Port Tidal information King’s Lynn Tides Times King’s Lynn Local 5-day forecast Tide Heights & Weather at Wash/ Bulldog Beacon Wave height the Wash Pontoon webcam
Charts & Pilot Books • • • •
Imray Y9 The Wash chart Admiralty 1200 & 108 charts Shell Channel Pilot Imray The River Great Ouse & Tributaries pilot book • Imray Forth, Tyne, Dogger, Humber - Cruising Guide • Reeds Nautical Almanac
Where to fill up
There is no marine fuel available at King’s Lynn. Unleaded petrol in cans is available from the petrol garage at the Morrisons supermarket, which is approximately a 15-minute walk away (via Blackfriars Road).
Events
King’s Lynn Festival 17-30 July 2016 King’s Lynn Hanse Festival in May
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773411 or 07784 548842. There is a useful small craft guide to King’s Lynn on the Sail The Wash website, which is sponsored by the local authorities. The entrance channel dries out at low water, therefore careful planning and tidal timing will be needed before any visit. Waiting until the half flood tide before entering any of the rivers on The Wash is the general advice given for the area and tide times for King’s Lynn can be found on the King’s Lynn Port website. While the channel markers are lit at night, we would recommend entering in daylight on a first visit to King’s Lynn. Weather must also play an important role in passage planning to King’s Lynn. Entry to the harbour should not be attempted in any moderate or strong winds, as this often results in the sea heaping up over sandy shoaling banks. The first mark to look out for is west cardinal marker, ‘Sunk’, marking the shallow sandbanks on the east side of The Wash. Keeping to the west of this marker and heading southwest you should be able to see the first port marker buoy, No 2, and the corresponding starboard marker, No 3 to the west of it. Incidentally the starboard marker, No 1 is due west-southwest of the ‘Sunk’ cardinal. Once in the channel, we would recommend ignoring the chartplotter and using pilotage from this point, ticking off the buoys, numbers 1 to 28, as you go. The first section of the channel is known as Daseley’s Sled. Please note that the Bulldog Channel to the east, which may be detailed in older pilot books, is no longer marked and in use.
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Marine supplies
Just south of the docks a regular passenger ferry operates between King’s Lynn and West Lynn
King’s Lynn is very much a commercial port, so you will need to keep a good look out for shipping. You can monitor shipping movements by listening on VHF channel 14 where information is broadcast by ‘Lynn Docks’. This is particularly important by marker buoy No 26 where the channel narrows significantly in the final approaches to the docks. At King’s Lynn, the river is approximately 200 metres wide and the tide can run up to 5-7 knots here. It is also worth noting that commercial activity is at its greatest around 1½ hours before high water. There is also a ferry crossing point just south of the commercial docks, and you are advised to slow your speed here. Access from the south is via the impressive Denver Sluice, this allows boats to transit from the River Great Ouse to King’s Lynn and out to sea. Its lockkeeper can be contacted on telephone number 01366 382340. For boats suitable to get under the bridges upriver, Ely is the next main destination inland. If you are looking to continue your journey south and inland, via the Denver Sluice and onto the non-tidal River Great Ouse, note that the maximum beam for this waterway is 10ft
Unfortunately there is no chandlery or marine services available at King’s Lynn. However, there are a few chandleries at towns closeby. Ely is only about 30 minutes away by car and has a few chandleries such as Ely Boat Chandlers (01353 663095) and Cambridge Outboards & Chandlery (01353 725 625). There is Northshore Sport & Leisure (01485 210236) in Brancaster Staithe and EF Snelling Marine Centre (01485 210 381) at Brancaster. Both are approximately a 40-minute drive away. At Wellsnext-the-Sea there is the Standard House Chandlery (01328 710593) on the quay which stocks engine spares, outboard supplies (Suzuki dealer) and offers marine engineer services. Economy Gas (01553 630573) at Bawsey can supply Calor Gas and Camping Gaz for next day delivery. There is a 75-tonne boatlift and hard standing at Wisbech Yacht Harbour (01945 588059) on the River Nene.
Food supplies
There are quite a few supermarkets in King’s Lynn, all within the town centre and less than a mile from the visitors’ pontoon on South Quay. You will find an Iceland store on Dominic Square, a Morrisons, with a fuel station and café, on Coburg Street, adjacent to the train station (15-minute walk via Blackfriars Road), a Sainsburys in the Vancouver Centre (8-minute walk) and a Lidl on Austin Street.
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Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk
The council-run visitors’ pontoon has electric and water. Pre-booking is required
4in (3.1 metres), and the maximum air draught is 7ft 7in (2.3 metres). Clearance under the bridges at Denver can be calculated by deducting the height of tide from 9.15 metres (30ft). Further information on navigating the Great Ouse can be found on the Great Ouse Boating Association (GOBA) website.
Where to moor
The visitors’ pontoon for small leisure
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The modern pontoon can accommodate up to 8 boats for a maximum of a 7-night stay
boats is situated at South Quay, on the eastern side of the river, south of the commercial docks. The pontoon is lit at either end by port beacons but be aware that surrounding street lighting can obscure these lights. There is a tower and a ramp down to the pontoon at the northern end. Please note that the harbour office is not responsible for the pontoon and it is run by the local council. The pontoon floats at all states of tide and can accommodate up to eight boats, with a maximum length of 20 metres and a maximum draft is 1.5 metres, alongside. The charging period is midday to midday. There is access to electricity and water on the pontoon, it is also monitored by CCTV and a webcam. No rafting is permitted and extra care should be taken when mooring up and securing your boat due to the strong tidal current. Access to shore is via a ramp, which gets very steep at low water.
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Transport
Built in 1864 the Pilot Office is now home to the King’s Lynn Conservancy Board
With its direct access to the town, the pontoon is very popular during sunny summer periods and over bank holiday weekends, so booking ahead is essential. Visitors will need to check availability and are urged to book and pay for a berth 24 hours in advance by calling telephone number 01553 763044. Fees can also be paid directly by visiting the King’s Lynn Conservancy Board office in Ferry Street, which is located off Tuesday Market Square. There is a maximum stay of seven nights on the pontoon, and the charge is £1.50 per metre per day, therefore a 10-metre boat it is £15 per day/night. To connect to the electricity, visitors will need to purchase a card for a one-off set up fee, which they can then keep and top-up on future visits. There are no toilet and shower facilities for boaters. However, there are toilets at the adjacent museum, and public toilets (open 7.30am-6pm) at the nearby Bakers Lane car park, which is
There is a bus station approximately a 7-minute walk away, which offers local and National Express services to Huntstanton. For local and national bus information call Travelline on 0871 2002233. The bus company Coasthopper operates routes along the North Norfolk coast. King’s Lynn Station on Blackfriars Road is approximately a 10-minute walk away from the pontoon and offers direct services to London and Cambridge. Thameslink Railway services to London King’s Cross operate at peak times at half hourly intervals, with a journey time of just under two hours.
Further afield
You will find navigational and local information on the nearby ports of Wisbech, Fosdyke and Boston on the Sail The Wash website. Wells-nextthe-Sea is another charming nearby port to visit located on the north Norfolk coast. See our destination guide in the April 2015 issue or visit the Wells Harbour website. In the right weather, The Wash is a playground of anchorages. With a little local knowledge and planning it is possible to find a pool amongst the sandbanks and stay afloat over the low tide period. Further north you have the mouth of the River Humber with the port of Grimsby and Hull Marina. For more information visit: www.kingslynnport.co.uk www.kingslynnonline.com www.sailthewash.com www.visitwestnorfolk.com
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King’s Lynn’s pedestrianised town centre has a cosmopolitan feel
A short walk along the waterfront, and within Tuesday Market Square, there are two hotels, The Globe Hotel and The Dukes Head Hotel offering both an a la Within a one-mile radius you have everything you need, whatever your taste. Carte and daily selection menus. There is also the pub The Maids Head (01553 Right on the quayside, just above the visitors’ pontoon, is the popular Marriott’s 767153) offering a very reasonably priced carvery dinner every day of the week, at Café/Restaurant/Bar (01553 818500), £7.95 or £15 for two, and Prezzo and Pizza which is open every day from 10am, serving fresh local food and daily specials. Express restaurants offering the usual This is a grade two listed sixteenth century pasta/pizza dishes in a modern ambience. Just off Tuesday Market Square is Ferry warehouse, and its outside eating area Street, where you will find probably one of gives excellent views over the waterfront. the oldest pubs in King’s Lynn, The Crown and Mitre. This cosy establishment offers very affordable pub dishes and is littered with maritime artefacts. It has a glass conservatory which directly overlooks the waterfront, giving spectacular views of the river. In Kings Staithe Square, just opposite the historical Purfleet Quay with its Custom House, is Bank House Hotel (01553 660492) which has a bar, brasserie and beds. Food is served all day here and with outside seating in the Square, Marriott’s Cafe is right next to the pontoon and you can also take advantage of one of the is open all day every day from 10am many concerts that take place during the 5-minutes walk via Kings Staithe Lane.
Where to eat & drink
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summer season. A short walk through the pedestrianised shopping areas of the town centre gives you the opportunity to sample one of the many cafes, fast food outlets and takeaways. For instance, on the corner of Blackfriars Street, you will find Taste of India (01553 772343), a couple of doors away on either side you will find Bitsons Fish and Chips and Café Roasta (01553 692005), open 7 days a week from 8am to 5pm. You will certainly be spoilt for choice in the very cosmopolitan-feel town centre.
be The Tourist Information Centre (01553 763044) which is housed within the old Custom House building on Purfleet Quay. This beautiful building was built in 1683 and first opened as a merchants’ exchange, but from the early 1700’s it was used as the towns Custom House. Here you will be able to pick up a map and leaflet on the Heritage Trail that leads you through some of the most beautiful and interesting areas of historic King’s Lynn. There is also a Maritime Trail Guide and Hanseatic League Trail Guide. You can also book to join one of the many guided tours which Without doubt, the attraction of King’s run from 2pm on Tuesdays, Fridays and Lynn is its historical past, and the town has Saturdays, May to October, or one of the done much to promote and enhance its special evening walks, which take place landmarks, treasures and museums. The at 7pm on Monday evenings during June first stop for any visitors, therefore, should and July. These tours are priced at £5 for
Places to visit
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If you visit the north Norfolk coastline you will almost certainly see seals basking on the sand banks
adults, £4 concessions and £1 for children. Places to see include the impressive Town Hall Complex housed in the Trinity Guildhall dating back to the 1400’s, the beautiful King’s Lynn Minster, which was rebuilt in 1741, Greenland Fishery used as an inn by the Lynn whaling community in the 18th Century, King’s Lynn Arts Centre within the 15th Century St Georges Guildhall, the Corn Exchange on Tuesday Market Square, now a very successful concert hall (01553 764864). Red Mount Chapel, Greyfriars Tower and Tower Gardens and, back on the waterfront, Purfleet Quay with its statue of Lynn’s famous sailor, George Vancouver. Museums include True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum and Lynn Museum. During the evenings many of the historic buildings in
The conservatory at The Crown and Mitre pub has wonderful waterfront views
the town come alive with Lynn Lumiere, a series of amazing projected illuminations, telling the story of the people and events of Lynn’s history. The many squares hold festivals and concerts to entertain visitors throughout the year. If the weather is inclement there is also the Majestic Cinema in the town’s pedestrianised area. Apart from Norwich, King’s Lynn must be one of the best shopping centres in the whole of Norfolk, with most of the big retail names present, and many other independent specialist bijou outlets in evidence. And, if you run out of spending money, most of the major banks are represented in the town. With so much to do within King’s Lynn, you probably won’t get time, or even need, to go further afield to explore the surrounding area but here is a selection of just a few of the attractions to whet your appetite. From King’s Lynn Bus Station you can get a Norfolk Green bus to Castle Riding Castle, around 4 miles, or the Sandringham Estate, around 6 miles away. The same bus will take you to Hunstanton along with Lynx Bus No 35 which runs twice an hour. If you fancy doing the whole coastline to Cromer, then hop on the Coasthopper, also run by Norfolk Green.
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Q&A
Your Questions Answered
Two stroke oil mix
Q When I am mixing up two stroke oil, I very rarely have
multiples of the exact numbers of litres on the back of the two stroke oil container, so I often resort to an educated guess as to how much to put in to get the required ratio. Add to this that I sometimes change ratios depending upon how hard I am going to run the engine and I often wonder how far out I am when mixing the fuel. Is there an easy way to work out more accurately what is required when I am mixing different quantities and different ratios?
A It all comes down to maths I’m afraid, but as we all now
carry a calculator around with us on our phone, you just have to remember this simple sum. The amount of two stoke oil required is litres x 1000 ÷ ratio. So if you have added 28 litres to your tank and you require a 60:1 mix, it would be 28x1000 ÷ 60, which equals 467ml. You could make a note of the sum on your fuel can or two-stroke oil container as a reminder.
Steps to combat diesel bug
Q We have just taken delivery of a Bavaria 360 Sport Coupe with its sparkly Volvo
Penta D3 220’s and shiny stainless fuel tank. I want to get ahead of any diesel bug problems by treating the fuel from the start. We have looked at Marine 16 (Diesel Fuel Complete and Diesel Bug Treatment, which appear similar but are £10 different in price) and Fuel Set, both of which purport to do the same job. Which should we go for, or is there an alternative?
A The best defence against diesel bug is to use the boat. After all, you
don’t hear of many cars suffering from this problem. Unfortunately for most of us this is impractical and diesel bug, especially in fuel with a biodiesel content, is something that we need to be on a guard against. Personally I used Marine 16 Diesel Bug Treatment after seeing how good it faired in comparative laboratory tests. It’s the more expensive of the two Marine 16 products, but for preventative use you only need 100ml per 2000 litres of fuel, so it doesn’t work out too costly.
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Flying the Scottish Saltire
Q Is it acceptable to fly the Scottish Saltire from my boat, instead of the Red Ensign? A Officially the answer is that all UK registered vessels
should ‘wear’ the Red Ensign, unless they meet the requirements to wear either a blue or white ensign. Anything else is not a recognised national ensign and is actually against British and International law. The contention with flying the Saltire might be that it is also the code M flag, meaning I have stopped/ I am making no way. Recent moves to officially recognise a Scottish ensign seem to have fallen by the wayside but, despite its lack of legal status, the red flag with a Saltire in the corner would probably be a suitable alternative in home waters, albeit with an understanding that you are not wearing an official ensign. If you take your boat overseas I would strongly suggest sticking to an internationally recognised ensign.
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Bowthuster dilemma
Q I have a QL CT600 4kw bow thruster,
supplied by Volvo Penta, which has lost drive at the bottom end. This is a belt driven unit, and the belt is ok. I remember reading something in Motorboat Owner about who made these units for Volvo but I can’t seem to find it now. Any information you could provide, along with contact details to obtain spares would be greatly appreciated, as I believe Volvo no longer supply spares for these units. I could be looking at a new shear pin and/or propeller.
A The good news is that, in most cases, losing drive to the propeller is just a
broken shear pin. You may not even need to get a QL specific shear pin. The dimension of the one in your thruster is 5mm x 46mm, so maybe ask your local outboard dealer or one of the other bow thruster suppliers if they have something suitable. If you do need a new propeller, the company that originally supplied Volvo with the QL range of thrusters was a Norwegian firm called Engbo AS. It appears that they have now been taken over by Sleipner, who produce the Side Power range of thrusters. Maybe a call to Sleipner Motor Ltd in Devon will yield results. They can be contacted on 01364 649400.
Single to duo on Volvo 290 drive
Q Is it possible to turn my Volvo 290 single prop drive into a duoprop unit? A Yes it is possible, as long as you have an engine with enough torque. This means
that the conversion is really only suitable for diesel engines, or V6 and V8 petrol units. Four cylinder petrol engines are not suitable for this conversion. The conversion kit comes in either 1.95:1 or 2.30:1 ratios with Volvo part numbers 872885 and 872886 respectively. Be warned though, it’s not cheap at around £5,000. Alternatively, I have it on good authority that if you can get hold of a used duoprop lower unit from a 280 or 290 drive with the right ratio, it will bolt straight on. I understand that the later DP range of lower units will not fit, despite looking almost identical, so if going down this route make sure the lower unit you are buying has come from a 280 or 290 drive. 44
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Is old diesel usable?
Q I have just bought a boat that has
hardly been used since 2007, and I guess that was the last time it was filled up with diesel. There is still half a tank full, which is about 100 litres. There is no sediment in the filters, and I have yet to check the sump, but assuming it had been treated for fuel bug will the fuel have degraded, and if I was to polish the fuel would it still be OK to use it?
A Diesel doesn’t keep anywhere as well as it used to and this is much to do
with the addition of a biodiesel content. The fuel industry state that diesel produced today can be kept for up to 12 months, as long as it is kept in optimum conditions. There are many factors that can affect how quickly diesel ages, and oxygen and water are two that the fuel in your boat’s tank may have been exposed to. In the UK, biodiesel started to be added to fuel in 2007, so the chances are that the fuel in your tank is biodiesel free, which is a good thing as diesel without a bio content used to last well in storage. I guess that during the purchase process the engine was run and no problems with the fuel were reported. The clear filter bowls are also a good sign. If that is the case I would be inclined to just top up with fresh fuel and use it. I would carry a few extra spare fuel filters and keep a close eye on them for contamination or water. Maybe squeeze in an extra filter change, sooner rather than later, and certainly swap them if you notice any drop in the engine’s performance.
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f you are looking for a compact cruiser for inland and coastal exploration, Scandinavian boat builders really know how to deliver comfort and convenience. The combination of an aft cabin and centre cockpit is also a versatile layout for a couple or family. But could ÂŁ30 to ÂŁ60k buy you a 30ft aft cabin cruiser with three separate sleeping areas? Yes, Swedish builder, Nimbus, has the answer. For just over 15 years the builder produced a trio of 30ft aft cabin models, the 3000, 3003 and the 31 Ultima. Today, these clever 30 footers are a popular and
affordable answer for families needing to accommodate six. We decided to take a closer look. The Nimbus story began in the late sixties when the Swedish engine manufacturer, Volvo Penta, was developing its six-cylinder shaftdrive diesel engine range. Boat designer, Pelle Petterson was commissioned by Volvo to create a new single shaftdrive, centre cockpit cruiser suitable for the social Scandinavian lifestyle. The result was the launch of the clever Nimbus 26 in 1969. This compact 26ft aft cabin cruiser
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Nimbus 3000 Built 1981-1990 Prices now £30,000-£35,000 Length 28ft 6in / 8.69m Beam 10ft 4in / 3.20m Draught 2ft 9in/ 0.85m Air Draught 8ft / 2.43m Fuel 280 litres / 61 gallons Water 170 litres / 37 gallons Displacement 3600kg approx
Nimbus 3003 / 31 Ultima Built 1987-1995 Prices now £35,000-£60,000 Length 3003 29ft 10in / 9.20m Length 31 30ft 6in / 9.30m Beam 10ft 4in / 3.20m Draught 2ft 9in/ 0.85m Air Draught 8ft 6in / 2.60m Fuel 280 litres / 61 gallons Water 170 litres / 37 gallons Displacement 3700kg approx
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The last of the 30ft aft cabin models, the 31 Ultima was introduced in the early 1990’s
offered four to six berths in two separate sleeping areas and a semi enclosed centre cockpit. The boat immediately proved popular and inspired the brothers Hans and Lars Wiklund to start Nimbus Boats. The company went on to produce over a thousand 26’s, which became known as the 2600 in 1981. Keen to expand its range, that same year Nimbus introduced a model known as the 3000. Essentially this was a larger version of the 2600 and
was powered by a larger single shaftdrive engine, but it had three separate sleeping areas offering six berths. Nimbus also offered an aft cockpit version of the 3000, called the 3000 Turbo and 3100, but these are quite rare in the UK. In 1987 Nimbus replaced the 3000 with the revised 3003, which the company marketed as a performance daycruiser. The 3003 was, in essence, almost identical in terms of hull and layout, but had
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These boats have a second dinette area forward, which converts into a spacious double berth
received quite a radical exterior makeover. With various changes to the exterior mouldings, it is easily identifiable. The square windows vanished and were replaced with modern-looking oval windows, and portholes were added to the hull to help generate more light in the interior. Another foot was also added to the boats overall length in the form of a bowsprit, and stylishly, the side decks and a sloping foredeck converged at the bow. There were also some significant changes in the cockpit, the aft cabin moulding is lower, and the boat was awarded a larger engine. In 1990 Nimbus renamed all of its models and the 3003 was re-introduced as the 31 Ultima. Launching at the 1991 London Boat Show it was almost identical in terms of hull form and layout but
featured a new integral bathing platform, a curved windscreen and up-rated engine horsepower. The 31 Ultima ceased production in 1995, but its hull was used for the two successive aft cockpit Coupé models, the 310 that became known as the 320. All three models are very clever in terms of the level of accommodation and layout they offer but, as you would expect, the two later models, the 3003 and 31 Ultima, carry the highest prices on the used market. 3003’s are usually priced between £35-£45k, while the 31 Ultima’s start at approximately £45k. 3000 models are priced in the region of £30 to £35k. Interior The forward part of the boat is completely separate, being almost self-sufficient
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and very suitable for a family. You enter this section of the boat via two wooden centre companionway doors with a corresponding sliding hatch top. Two steps (one offering storage), aided by substantial wooden grabrails, lead down into lobby area which has generous headroom, measuring just over 6ft. Inside the cabin area there is a V-berth cumdinette area in the bow and two, two-level storage units either side. It is a spacious seating and dining area that would easily accommodate 4-6 people, and is a nice private area to retreat to when it is too cold for the cockpit. We noted that it is little tight getting past the units to be seated at the dinette table. However, as the table swings around, it could easily be left this way with only two people onboard. The table drops down on a pedestal to form a large double berth, measuring 6ft 5in at its widest point aft and is equally long with the bow backrest removed. Storage is plentiful with locking catches on cupboards, and unlined lockers under the berths. You will find the toilet compartment on the starboard side, which is slightly larger on the 3003 and 31 models. Inside, the headroom is approximately 5ft 7in and there is ample room for showering and washing. There is a sea toilet, a washbasin unit with a shower mixer tap, plenty of storage and a slatted teak shower tray. The smaller toilet compartment on the 3000 usually has an ingenious foldout sink. On later boats a locker in this aft bulkhead gives you hull and bilges access to the toilet seacocks. The 3003 we boarded had a bin mounted on the inside of this door, which we thought was a clever idea. You cold easily come down into this large forward section of the boat and think
Top, 3003/31’s have a larger toilet compartment. Bottom, 3000’s have a clever fold-out sink
that was it, in terms of accommodation, but these boats have a little trick up their sleeve. There is a side cabin under the navigators seat on the port side with some full standing headroom. Open the cabin door and you will see what, at first, looks like a crawl-in single pilot berth. This is, in fact, a small ‘cuddly’ double measuring approximately 3ft wide, which would make an excellent kids cabin. Inside
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The ‘bonus’ side cabin has a ‘cuddly’ double, storage and full standing headroom
there is a double-fronted, half-height hanging wardrobe, an outside-opening port and, an opening port to the cockpit. The 3000 has a similar unit, but half of it is taller and provides a full-height hanging wardrobe. Access to the aft cabin on the 3000 model is via a set of double doors and a hatch top. On the 3003 model the entrance is disguised by the aft seating which, when removed, reveals a transparent-curved door that slides open. The layout inside this cabin evolved through the models, but on all three you will find a small double running along the port side. The original 3000 has a slightly larger cabin area with a vanity unit, a single seat for dressing, a full length wardrobe on the starboard side and further storage along the transom. On the 3003 and 31 models there is a corner settee on this side, which could be used as a berth for a small child, and a half height wardrobe. A combined sink, vanity and storage unit is at the foot of the companionway. Headroom in this cabin is more restricted on the two newer models, at approximately 5ft 2in on the 3003, and there are fewer windows. However, there is still a decent amount of space to move about in the very private cabin area. As the models evolved it seems Nimbus used less and less teak wood in its interiors, but the
1991 3003 £39,550 Single Volvo TAMD41B 200hp Westwater Yacht Sales 01255 672500 www.westwateryachtsales.com
1992 31 Ultima £45,000 Single Volvo TAMD41B 200hp Newark Marina 01636 704022 www.newark-marina.co.uk
1992 31 Ultima £49,950 Single Volvo TAMD41B 200hp Clipper Marine Gosport 02393 510433 www.clippermarine.co.uk
1986 3000 £34,995 Single Volvo TAMD40B 158hp Boatshed Suffolk 01473 858660 www.boatshed.com
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All three models have a double in the aft cabin. This 3003 model has a vanity unit and corner settee
upside to this is that there is less of it to maintain. There were a few more general things we noted. The curtains throughout the 3003 we viewed were hung on teak rods, which are very simple and effective, but could be a little delicate and not for the heavy handed. There seemed to be a lack of visible plug sockets on the boats we visited, so this might be something to look out for.
spacious and secure. There is a raised sunpad on top of the aft cabin roof, twin helm and navigator’s seats and a fridge is housed underneath the small double helm seat. But it is here the similarity between models ends. The 3000 has a fairly compact, concealed galley unit on the starboard side, consisting of a hob, oven, sink and storage. There is a fourperson dinette area with a folding table on the port side, of which the forward Cockpit & Helm seat reverses to form the navigator’s seat. The cockpit is usually the most important On 3003 and Ultima 31 models the galley place on a Scandinavian boat. It has to is arranged over both sides. To port you be versatile, and these boats are a perfect have a concealed hob and oven, with a lid example of this. Here, Nimbus has cleverly that folds aft to form a work surface. The combined a wheelhouse with, what is navigator’s seat hinges forwards to provide in essence, your main cooking, living yet more worktop space for the galley. A and entertaining area. It is also here that set of three small drawers can be found differences between the three models can in the seat base, the top one providing be clearly seen. dedicated cutlery storage. To starboard Step down into the deep sunken there is a concealed sink and storage unit. centre cockpit and immediately it feels Aft, you get a large, U-shaped, dinette 52
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Cockpit living. In typical Scandinavian fashion the cockpit serves as a living space and wheelhouse
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area with a pedestal table that opens up to provide a full-cockpit-width dining space for four or more people. On some boats this tabletop can be stowed against the side cabin bulkhead. Access into the 3000 cockpit is easiest on the starboard side via a dedicated set of steps, while in later models you step directly onto the seating from either side. The helm and navigator’s seats offer excellent visibility. Both are on raised moulded plinths that, depending on your height, should allow you to stand up and see out of the canvas roof on the 3000, a full-width GRP sliding sunroof on 3003 models, or one of the two sliding Plexiglass hatches on the Ultima. At the helm everything falls to hand easily but, if you intend to use the boat at sea, be aware that equipment may be dated and require replacement.
A compact galley and storage unit is located to starboard on the 3000 model
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The side decks on the 3000 model are slightly wider and one level
this arrangement carefully to ensure that it is installed in such a way as to ensure that leaking gas cannot enter the boat. The 1991 boat we viewed had two cylinders installed in a vented metal locker, but the earlier boat had a single cylinder placed in a plastic bucket. As many of these boats are used inland, a current BSS certificate should go some way to satisfying a potential purchaser that the installation is suitable, but as always it pays to check.
There is usually a lot of teak and veneered wood surfaces in the cockpit area which, being exposed to a damp or salty atmosphere, means it requires regular maintenance. Check the condition of the canopy and the cockpit vinyl upholstery, as this can often be an un-factored, and not inconsiderable, expense for buyers. A screen cover is useful in helping to protect the wood cabinetry and upholstery from the harsh effects of the sun.
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The trio of Nimbus are based on the same semi displacement hull shape. Nimbus 3003 pictured
On Deck The deck and superstructure mouldings are very different between the models. The 3000 has a raised forward coach roof and wide, one-level walk around side decks. Maximising the interior volume, the 3003 and 31 Ultima models have a sloping foredeck and a raised deck area around the cockpit and aft cabin. The side decks on these later models are also fairly narrow with below knee height solid guardrails extending around the bow and stern sections, with flexible guardrail gates for boarding and entry into the cockpit. You do feel a little vulnerable passing the cockpit, but there are plenty of grabrails running along the coachroof. The bathing platform usually has a transom shower, two integral raised storage lockers either side with central transom steps and fold-out bathing ladder. In the middle of the transom, under the raised bathing ladder you should find the hull identification number (HIN). It is worth noting, for inland cruising,
the air draught of the 3000 is slightly less than its two sucessors. The 3000 has an air draught of 8ft, while the 3003 and 31 are 8ft 6in. Hull and Handling The boat has a semi displacement hull shape with a long keel, which leads to a skeg that protects the propeller. The combination of single engine power, a keel, and large rudder offers stability and good handling characteristics. However, most boats are factory fitted with a bowthruster, which is a valuable addition
A keel and a propeller-protective skeg are useful for inland cruising
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Engine access is good for everyday checks. Left, a Volvo TAMD41B 200hp fitted to a 1991 3003
and particularly useful on windier days. Owners are quick to praise the seakeeping capabilities of these boats, saying they are very seaworthy and always feel comfortable and extremely safe, even in choppy and testing conditions.
and it offered top speeds of 19-22 knots. There was a single 124hp Volvo Penta TMD40, which was soon up-rated to a 129hp TMD40B, or there was the 148hp TAMD40 followed by its 1983 successor, the 158hp TAMD40B. Today these boats should achieve speeds of around 18 knots Engines but will be at their happiest cruising This 30ft cruiser is fitted with a single between displacement speeds and 16 six-cylinder diesel engine. It was not knots, making them very suitable for a particularly fast boat at first, but estuarial or inland cruising. as the model evolved and the engine The 3003 model was offered with a manufacturer, Volvo, expanded, Nimbus choice of a 143hp Volvo Penta TMD41 or gradually upped the power. This saw it a 192hp TAMD41 engine. The 31 Ultima achieving top speeds in excess of 25 knots. was offered with a 200hp Volvo Penta The 3000 was available with several TAMD41B giving 25 knots and a 230hp engine options throughout its build period KAMD42 giving 27 knots. However,
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most 31s based in the UK are fitted with the TAMD41B engine. These particular boats should be capable of 24-25 knots and offer comfortable cruising speeds of approximately 16-18 knots. Being single diesel, they should also be very economical to run, giving an MPG in the region of two to three miles per gallon at cruising speeds. With 61 gallons of fuel onboard, these boats should provide a useable range of around 125 nautical miles. The fuel tank and shut off are located in the aft cabin, under the end of the bed. On 3003 models there is also easy access to the steering gear via a lift-out panel in the base of the aft cabin vanity unit. The boat’s batteries and master switch are located in a deep locker in the cockpit floor, and a second, large, hatch reveals the engine in its entirety. Access is good for basic routine checks and servicing, but tight
for more indepth egine work. It is worth checking that regular servicing has been carried out, and is up to date. We would also recommend examining the sound insulation in the engine bay, as this can transform the experience of long distance cruising with the canopies up. Conclusion What has been packed into, what is in essence a 30ft cruiser, is simply astonishing. It is easy to see how these boats appeal to those moving from sail to power. They are very much appointed with practicality and function in mind. Also, for a family getting into boating, these boats should prove an affordable and economical alternative to a sportcruiser, as the centre cockpit is particulary versatile and child friendly.
Before buying any used boat, always employ the services of a IIMS or a YDSA accredited surveyor and, if you have any doubt about the engines, a separate engine survey by a suitably qualified person is recommended.
Family 26/2600
Prices £25,000-£30,000
Length 27ft 7in Beam 9ft 4in The 2-cabin 26 was the launch model for Nimbus and a trendsetter for its aft cabin range. Buy one (pictured) 2600 1985 £26,500 www.offshorepowerboats.co.uk
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Prices £65,000-£70,000
Length 30ft 6in Beam 10ft 4in A 2-cabin aft cockpit wheelhouse cruiser, ideal for coastal cruising for two. Buy one (pictured) 1996 £55,500 www.clippermarine.co.uk
27 Familia
Prices £32,000-£40,000
Length 27ft 8in Beam 9ft 4in This sucessor to the 26 and 2600 offers the same aft cabin layout, with 4-6 berths in 2 cabin areas. Buy one (pictured) 1990 £39,850 www.jamesdickensmarine.com
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tested SunSport AIB265K Last month, when we were testing the Mariner 3.5hp outboard, we did so on the back of an AIB265K inflatable from SunSport. It may not have the catchiest of names, but was it any good? The AIB265K sits roughly in the middle of a 10 boat range from SunSport, which includes three slatted floor models, four inflatable floor RIBs, a single narrow body kayak and three other models in the Air Deck AIB range. With boats starting from 2.2m, and going right up to 3.5m, there is a SunSport boat in the range to make a suitable tender for just about any mothership below 50ft. The AIB265K has three separate chambers to make up the tube, plus an inflatable keel and separate inflatable floor. Once inflated it is quickly apparent that this is quite a sturdy boat and is more than just another cheap and lightweight tender. The tubes are big, 42.5cm in diameter, the boat itself felt large, with a generous beam of just over 1.5m and it is rated to take 3.5 passengers and an outboard of up to 8hp. At 31.6kg it is light enough to be picked
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up by one person when it’s packed away in its bag, but once inflated it is really a two-person job to carry, due to its size. Up at the bow there is a handle that would be perfect if you decided to fit wheels to the transom to allow one person to pull it up a slipway or beach, even with an outboard attached. The boat also comes with a useful set of storage pockets that fit over the seat. On the water it was surprisingly stable. I could happily stand up in the boat and take bags or an outboard from someone on the bank or bathing platform and it never felt precarious. Underway with just 3.5hp on tap we still achieved 6.5knots
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with one person. The bow rises quite readily, but moving weight forward counteracts this and we managed to get the boat just on the plane. In normal use the big high bow should do a good job of keeping the boat and contents dry and the inflatable keel provides a good degree of directional stability. The buoyancy at the back end is also impressive. On most inflatables I will put the tube I am sitting on underwater if I yank the outboard tiller towards me at any sort of speed. With the 265, I tried this numerous times and on every occasion my bum stayed dry. The good directional stability was also in evidence when rowing and it was easy to maintain 2 knots or more with little effort, 3 knots could be achieved if you were looking for a workout. When rowing I like to brace my legs against the transom, but on this particular model I found the seat too far away to do that, this and the fact that the dark blue rubbing strake marked very easily, really was all I could find to fault with what is a very competent Motorboat inflatable. At the Owner RRP, it’s a good “A surprisingly buy, but I have good inflatable found it online tender” for quite a bit less, Value 4/5 which makes it an Usability 4/5 excellent buy. Performance 5/5
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finished last month on a bit of a downer. Having put the upper crankcase bearing in incorrectly I had damaged it, which put the whole engine rebuild on hold until the postman arrived with a new bearing. While I was waiting for this delivery I had to take a couple of steps back, which started with me cleaning both crankcase flanges of the recently applied sealant so I would be ready to start again. With the new bearing in my possession, flange sealant was again applied to the
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crankcase joint surfaces, being careful to keep it away from the labyrinth seals. Following the workshop manual to the letter, I applied a pea-sized blob of sealant to each side and spread it across the whole flange surface. This is a critical stage of the operation. Without a gasket, a good application of sealant and two scrupulously clean flange surfaces is all that maintains pressure within the crankcase. Get this wrong and the whole engine will have to be removed and
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With a new bearing in place, the crankcase was once again closed up using a suitable flange sealant
stripped down again. Of course, there is no way of testing this until it is all back together so, in the meantime, I will just have to keep my fingers crossed. The two halves of the crankcase were then bolted together to the correct torque and the crankshaft lower seal carrier, complete with new seal, was fitted in place and bolted up. There is a gasket on the bottom of the engine to seal the join where it meets the exhaust housing, and to replace this meant removing the inner exhaust tube. Four of the five retaining bolts came undone with a bit of effort, but the last one snapped off. Not for the first, or last, time during the rebuild I would need to
tackle this particular problem. Initially, I tried various methods of grabbing the protruding stud, but this was clearly not going to be successful, so I chose instead to weld a nut onto what was left of the stud. Not only did this give me a good way of exerting pressure on the stubborn stud, but the red hot heat generated during welding also helped loosen its grip. With the exhaust tube out of the way, and the broken bolt extracted, the remains of the old gasket were removed, the mounting surfaces cleaned up and a new gasket was put in place with a decent application of gasket sealing compound. The inner exhaust tube was then replaced.
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Next I could turn my attention to the cylinder head. Having the benefit of having almost two of every component, thanks to our donated engine, I was able to choose the best cylinder head in terms of condition, and give that one a thorough clean before installation. A new head gasket was installed, again with more sealing compound, and the head fitted, ensuring the correct torque and tightening sequence was used for the 10 head bolts. This essential information is available from the workshop manual, and is one of many good reasons why having a suitable workshop manual, when tackling a job of this nature, is so important. If you have been following this saga from the beginning, you may remember that the original thermostat fell apart when it was removed. Luckily the donor engine’s thermostat looked to be in good order. Having said that, I didn’t want to risk installing it without first checking its operation. Thermostats often have their operating temperature stamped onto them, but in this case the information was found in the workshop manual, where it stated that it should open at 63°C.
The thermostat was tested before being installed. Despite its age, it opened at exactly 63°C, as designed
To test its function, I suspended it in a pan of water, along with a temperature probe, and heated it on a hob until it reached 63°C. Sure enough the thermostat opened, and just as important, closed again when I removed it from the heat
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The cylinder head and cover were installed before turning my attention to the exhaust and another broken bolt. This time fixed by drilling it out
and the temperature fell below 63°C. With the thermostat confirmed as good, it was installed in the head with its associated retaining spring. The cylinder head cover was then fitted using a new gasket and another dose of sealing compound. Now it was time to turn my attention to the exhaust side of the engine. Again I had a broken bolt to tackle here, but this time there was not enough of it protruding to use my weld-a-nut-on method. Instead, I centre punched the stud and drilled it out, starting with a 2mm drill bit and increasing the size until I was just under the size of the seized stud. I could then tap out the remains of the stud while, fortunately, leaving the thread undamaged and saving me the job of re-tapping it. The exhaust components consist of inner and outer exhaust covers, with a pair of gaskets to sit in between. The inner exhaust cover was caked in a thick layer of what appeared to be limescale. I tried to remove this mechanically but it proved to be very stubborn, so instead I soaked
it overnight in white vinegar. The next day most of the limescale had dissolved, and any that remained simply wiped away. Once again the mating surfaces were cleaned up to remove old sealant and traces of gasket, the new gaskets were fitted after giving them a coat of sealing compound, and the outer exhaust cover was bolted down to the correct torque. In my quest to get the engine ready to
The inner exhaust cover was covered in a layer of limescale. A soak in vinegar cleaned it up nicely
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be installed back into its housing, I now just had some work to do on the intake side. Just inside the carburetor of a twostroke engine there is a valve assembly that allows the fuel/air mixture into the crankcase, but seals again when the crankcase becomes pressurized to stop the fuel/air mixture escaping. These are known as reed valves and on this engine there are two sets of them, one for each cylinder, mounted on a plate. Despite having a choice of two to choose from, I found that neither of them were in particularly good condition, so I took the best one, dismantled it, cleaned it up and reassembled it again. It was then mounted onto the crankcase using a new gasket, before the intake manifold was bolted on top. There have been a few occasions during this process where I wondered if I should be doing more cosmetically, on this engine. Should I be cleaning it, or even repainting it, as I go, especially as it now has components of a different colour? So far I have resisted, convincing myself that I will be content with an engine that runs, even if it looks a bit tatty. If all goes
All gasket surfaces were coated with a sealing compound, and all bolts tightened to the correct torque. This is the outer exhaust cover going on
well, I will probably spruce up the outside anyway, but that’s for much later. Now that I was ready to put the engine back into the housing, I made one, very small, concession to this rule. The lower cowling was coated with what probably amounts to around 30 years worth of spilled oil, fuel and general grime. I was never going to have such a good opportunity to give this a quick clean, so I spent five minutes with a pressure washer and some detergent and I’m pretty happy with the result. Once the housing was clean and dry, I applied yet more gasket-sealing compound to the mating surface and
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dropped the engine back into place. I then just needed to do up the two nuts inside, and four bolts outside, that hold the two together. It is really starting to feel like I am on the home run. Next, I have to work out exactly where the collection of wires and electrical components, that are now balanced on top of the engine, go, as well as what linkage connects to which component. This is where I am hoping that my reference photos that I took at the beginning, come into their own. I feel confident I covered all bases and angles when taking these pictures but I guarantee there will be a bit of head scratching over the next month as I work my way through the bucket of components, nuts and bolts that have still to find their way back to where they belong, and find I didn’t quite take the right picture at the right angle. Wish me luck.
The reed valves and plate were in a bad way so was stripped , cleaned and re-assembled
With the engine mounted back in the housing, I just have to remember, or work out, where all these bits go
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Grandezza 27 S
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BOAT TEST
Length (LOA): 8.30m / 27ft 3in Beam: 2.85m / 9ft 4in Displacement: 2800kg Fuel Capacity: 265 litres Water Capacity: 74 litres RCD category: C Engine as Tested: 1x MerCruiser 300hp V8 Other Engine options: Single Volvo Penta or MerCruiser Petrol V8 up to 350hp or single Volvo Penta D4 225, 260 or 300hp Price from ÂŁ115,595
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efore you jump up and shout “you’ve tested the wrong 27”, hear me out. I know that for the UK climate the hardtop version makes much more sense, and again I know that diesel is usually the preferred fuel in a boat of this size, but there are still those that like to throw the covers off, whatever the weather, and experience boating in a ‘wind in your hair’ way, with acceleration and performance that justify the ‘sportscruiser’ moniker. We will, of course, touch on the various options you get when choosing a Grandezza 27, but this test is for the petrol heads, the windswept boaters, those who prefer their boating in a more pure form, and for that I make no apologies. Now, the really hardcore boater will probably just go out and buy a RIB, or open sportsboat, but even they will admit that having a few
creature comforts close to hand can improve things no end, and this is where a boat like the 27S come in. The 27’s profile is quite sleek and sporty and the price you pay for this is accommodation that is functional, rather than palatial. In the bow there is an offset double berth to port, which is a cosy 4ft wide, and limited headroom above the berth. Headroom in the whole cabin is quite tight, with just
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“This 27ft sportscruiser oozes quality and is packed with clever features”
With many clever features, the cockpit combines underway comfort with practical usability
a small section beneath the cockpit door offering 5ft 10in. The forward section of cabin has two small opening ports, both quite low down, and a tinted overhead hatch. The net result is that the cabin doesn’t get much natural light and is rather dark. The upside, of course, is that it offers great privacy. Next to the berth, on the starboard side, is a small dressing bench seat, with a second lower bench seat aft. There is no storage under either of these bench seats but you do get a double half-height hanging locker above the lower of these seats, a small cupboard under the offset berth and some lined storage beneath the mattress which, all together, should be more than adequate for a weekend afloat for a couple. Moving further aft, on the starboard side, there is a second berth that extends under the cockpit sole. This is a small double, running fore and aft, and is separated off from the main cabin by a privacy curtain. Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
This second sleeping area comes with its own opening port but, due to its position, is again quite dark. On the port side, at the aft end of the cabin space, there is
There is a small double under the cockpit sole, but little privacy between sleeping areas
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The main forward cabin area has an offset double berth, with a dressing settee to starboard
Its toilet compartment is well appointed with high quality fittings, but lacks headroom
a small toilet compartment. This is very well appointed, and echoes the quality fit and finish found throughout the boat, but doesn’t deliver full standing headroom. With just 4ft 10in between floor and ceiling, this is very much a seated only area, but with a shower option it still delivers all you need for a self-sufficient trip. The toilet sea cocks are very conveniently located beneath a lifting tread on the step down into the cabin. You’ll note that there has been no mention of a dinette or galley so far, and that’s because on the 27 these features have been placed out in the cockpit. This means that you don’t have the hassle of converting a dinette into a berth and vice versa, but on the S version all but the hardiest of boaters will probably want an optional heater outlet in the cockpit if they are going to extend their boating season at either end. Out in the cockpit, the helm is located to starboard and is nicely laid out and well specified. The helm console on our test boat was fitted with a 12 inch display alongside
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the engine instrumentation and there was still a bit of space spare for an additional instrument or two, if required. One minor gripe was that the trim tab switches on our test boat were behind the wheel and between it and the throttle. This meant that it was a bit awkward to make those regular minor trim changes that smaller, single engine, outdrive powered boats often require. There was some spare capacity on the switch panel on the port side of the helm on our test boat, so it wouldn’t be too much trouble to move this if it would make life easier. The top of the helm console is hinged and beneath this there is a handy chart locker. The helm seat is a comfortable and supportive two-seater, with lifting bolsters for standing or seated helming. Another forward facing seat can be found on the other side of the sliding companionway door, allowing a third person to face forwards while underway. This may not be an ideal arrangement for a family of four, but is a great improvement on the one or two forward facing seats you often get on boats of this size, and sometimes even on much larger vessels. This port side seat flips forward to provide additional space to the galley, which is located directly behind. With the seat out of the way, the worktop extends to provide loads of food preparation space alongside the standard double burner diesel hob and single sink. It is worth noting that while you are almost certainly going to want hot water on this boat, it is in fact an optional extra that comes packaged with a shower in the toilet compartment and another on the transom. The fridge, fitted below the port side forward facing seat, comes as standard, as does plenty of storage, which can be found beneath the double helm seat in the form of four soft Motorboat Owner Š Digital Marine Media Ltd
In typical Scandinavian fashion, the galley is located in the cockpit, opposite the dinette area
closing drawers, and lots of locker space under and around the port side galley. Aft of the helm is the boat’s dinette. This offers an aft facing double seat behind the helm, and a forward facing transom seat, big enough for three, either side of a large teak table on a raised deck area that conceals the engine bay. The aft dinette seat has a further section outboard that provides an aft facing bench seat onto the bathing platform. The backrest between the two flips forward when the table is lowered to create a very large lounging/sunpad area. The bottom cushion of the outboard section of the aft bench seat lifts to reveal a large locker that would be perfect for storing any watersports paraphernalia that this boat
The transom has a large seat-cum-sunpad area, which disquises an excellent deck storage locker
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PERFORMANCE As tested 50% fuel 50% water 3 crew Force 4
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is just crying out to carry. Access to the bathing platform from the cockpit is via a transom gate on the port side which, when shut, is tall enough to ensure that young children stay on the right side. At the press of a button at the helm, the whole raised section of dinette lifts on a hydraulic ram to reveal the engine bay. The 27S is currently listed with no fewer than nine different single engine options from 225hp to 350hp. Five of these are petrol, and four diesel. Our test boat was fitted with a 300hp V8 MerCruiser petrol unit, which comes with a significant saving over the diesel options and makes good sense for a sportsboat primarily used for day trips, short hops and a bit of watersports. If you were looking to do extended cruising in your 27, you would surely opt for one of the diesel offerings, but then I think you
Idle 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 4800
Knots LPH
GPH
MPG
2.8 4.1 5.7 6.8 8.7 13.8 23.0 27.6 31.6 34.9
0.75 1.25 1.94 3.19 6.38 9.28 10.4 12.7 16.0 20.1
3.73 3.28 2.94 2.13 1.36 1.49 2.21 2.17 1.98 1.73
3.4 5.7 8.8 14.5 29.0 42.2 47.1 57.8 72.7 94.2
Range Noise (nm)
217 191 171 124 79 87 129 126 115 101
67 69 71 72 77 79 81 82 85 89
would probably also opt for the hardtop OC version, which comes with an almost identical layout topped with a northern European climate friendly hardtop, with sliding glass sunroof. Despite only having one engine, the nature of the raised engine bay and sunken deck means that while there is great space and accessibility on the starboard side, getting to bits of the engine on the port side is a bit tight, although no worse than on most twin installations. Access onto the side decks is achieved from the bathing platform, with two teak laid steps on either side. With the bimini
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Our test boat was fitted with a 300hp MerCruiser V8 petrol engine, which saw the boat hitting 30+ knots with ease. The helm has a luxury sports car look and is well laid out
“The hull delivers a ride that would put some 35 footers to shame” up, you do have something to grab hold of to steady your progress on the initial ascent, but without it, care would be needed until you were almost level with the helm where the guardrail rises to a decent height. The sidedecks are quite narrow but the rail is mounted outside so they are, in fact, perfectly usable. The nature of these outboard mounted rails mean you would need to be careful when mooring against walls, or maneuvering through locks, as they could be susceptible to damage. Up front you can have an optional anchor windlass mounted below the anchor locker lid. The locker itself is a good size but the restricted opening will mean it will not be of use for storing fenders etc. Underway Standing or sitting at the helm of the 27 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd
gives a feeling of being on a much bigger boat. I don’t know whether it was the chunkiness of the fixtures and fittings but I had to remind myself that this boat is only just over 8 metres in length. It’s fair to say that the same applied when underway, with the hull delivering a ride that would put some 35 footers to shame. The V8 delivered effortless power and, despite the higher running costs, you can’t escape the fact that a petrol engine is quieter, less smelly and smoother than its diesel equivalent. We managed to find a decent bit of short chop and the hull handled it with ease right up to 30+ knots. There was no slamming and no evidence of the hull getting out of shape, either bashing through the waves or during tight turns and fast maneuvers. Ease back to a cruising speed of around 25 knots and the 27 felt like a luxury car, wafting
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quietly along with minimal fuss. Open it up and the 27 becomes a sports car with precise and instant response to the helm and throttles and speeds of up to 38 knots with the biggest engine option. Unless you own shares in a petroleum company you are unlikely to take advantage of the 27’s top speed for anything other than short bursts, as even our 300hp version was burning through around £100 worth of fuel an hour with the throttle pinned forward. The seated position afforded great protection from the windscreen, although I found that the throttle was placed just a little too far forward. Lift the bolster and stand, and everything falls nicely to hand, although without the protection of the screen you might be picking flys out of your teeth for a while afterwards. The transom seat is prone to suffering from a bit of spray in choppy conditions, but other than that your crew should find the ride comfortable, wherever they choose to sit. Like many single engine outdrive boats, the 27 is susceptible to a bit of wandering at displacement speeds, but once you have mastered the art of not over correcting, this soon becomes a nonissue. Close quarters handling is precise in windless conditions but, like all planing hulled boats, you’ll find the bow easily taken
The large bow locker has restricted access
by the wind. Luckily you can specify the 27 with a bow thruster, and this is one extra I really think you should consider. It will make berthing a doddle in all but the worst conditions, and save your pride, as well as your gelcoat, when berthing in the blustery conditions. Conclusion The 27 is a boat that offers lots of choices. The hardtop OC version is indeed a clever design, and probably one of the sweetest looking hardtop boats you will find at this size. Add a diesel engine to it and you have a really competent pocket cruiser, but there are compromises in the lower accommodation, particularly for a family, and the price of all this loveliness is quite a bit more. Despite being so similar in
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layout, the S version with a petrol engine and the OC version with a diesel are so far apart in what they offer that they could be considered to be in a different league. In fact, I would suggest that the OC version is not even a real alternative to the S, with boats like the Finnmaster T8 or the Yamarin 81DC being the 27S’s natural competitors. It is definitely more of a performance day boat than a mile Our test boat was fitted with a bimini and canopy munching cruiser, but it still manages to pack in everything you need for a longer sized boat fitted with twin diesels, so it really stay onboard. Many people will shudder isn’t as bad as you might think. A petrol at the thought of a running a V8 petrol engine certainly brings with it the benefit engine, but the 2+ mpg our test boat of quiet, smooth and odour free running, delivered at a comfortable cruising speed is as well as the response and sportiness that a the same as you would get out of a similar boat like the 27S deserves.
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HOW TO
Adjusting outdrive alignment
YOU WILL NEED
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e have owned our twin engined Sealine S28 for a few years now but there has always been something about the high speed handling that didn’t feel quite right. It had a tendency to make small changes in direction, one way and then the other, without any input from the helm. To sum up, it felt a bit twitchy. While it was out for its annual bottom paint and outdrive service I saw something I had
TOOLS (Volvo DP drives) • Tape measure • Large spanner (27mm) for locking nut • Sockets or spanners for joining bolts • Pipe wrench to spin tie bar
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ooooo never spotted before. There was a very noticeable toe-in on the drives. By this, I mean that instead of the legs pointing exactly aft, parallel to each other with the wheel straight ahead, they both
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pointed in towards each other. Now I know that most twin-engined outdrive and outboard boats are supposed to have a little toe-in, or sometimes toe-out, but this looked more than a little, so I did a little digging to find out just how they should be set up. The answer, as is so often the case, can be found in the owners, or workshop, manual. Below is how I checked, and adjusted Volvo DP-D drives to meet the criteria set out in the Volvo manual. It turns out that they were a little out of spec, so hopefully, when I next take the boat out, I will see a noticeable improvement in handling. Just a small adjustment can sometimes make all the difference and now I have adjusted them once, I can quickly and easily experiment with minor changes should I feel it is necessary. The adjustment is not an exact science, and the recommendation
of your engine manufacturer should be considered a starting point, rather than a definitive measurement, as hull shape and other factors can make a difference to the amount of toe-in or toe-out needed. Be warned, not everyone agrees on the definition of toe-in and toe-out, and often two people, or even two engine manuals, will say the opposite when they mean the same, so double check if you are in any doubt. When making any adjustments, always keep a track of the changes you have made so if all doesn’t go to plan, you can put it back to where it was and start again. As well as imprecise handling, excessive toe-in or toe-out can affect boat speed and fuel consumption, as well as how the hull sits at speed, so after making any changes, a careful and thorough test is required to see what effect the changes have made.
HOW TO IN 8 STEPS
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I had to measure the distance between the middle of the two drives, which turned out to be 86cm
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I then had to push the legs apart and measure from the inside of one cavitation plate to the outside of the other
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This measurement came in at 83cm, which meant I had a toe-in measurement of 30mm
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The Volvo manual stipulates a toe-in measurement of between 15 and 25mm so I was a little over spec 7
Now I could adjust the bar one way or the other, depending on whether I needed to increase or decrease the measurement *see note
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Inside the boat I released the locking nut on the tie bar. This was easier said than done, as it is tucked away behind the engine
I then had to remove two through bolts that joined the two sections of tie bar together
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Make small adjustments inside the boat and keep checking. Just a couple of turns on the tie bar saw my toe-in reduce to just 10mm
COST ÂŁ There is no cost involved
TIME TAKEN With the boat out of the water, and assuming all nuts and bolts come undone easily, the adjustment can be made in about 15 minutes. Adjustments can be made with the boat in the water but the ability to measure accurately will be lost, so care would be needed not to over adjust. If all the nuts and bolts have been untouched for years it would be a good idea to apply some penetrating oil a few days before starting the job to help get things apart.
Once you are happy with the adjustment, tighten everything back up on the tie bar and take for a test run *Working inside the engine room the changes made on the tie bar are opposite to what is happening outside. If you screw the tie bar in, and thus make it shorter, you increase the distance between the drives at the aft end, and vice versa.
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Twin Volvo Penta 170hp Diesels.6 berths, bowthruster, radar, gps, plotter. £169,950. radar, gps, chartplotter, heating, bowthruster. ‘2013 SC35 due in soon’. £92,500.
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Stevens 12.80 AC £149,950
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Gerben Counter Stern Launch £69,995
Built 1901, Solid Teak, 24hp Nanni diesel engine, Bowthruster, L9.60m
Antaris Connery 25 £41,995
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Antaris 630 Flying Lounge £29,500
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Antaris 520 £19,995
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Success Marco 860oc £52,500
Built 1991, Twin Volvo TAMD61 306HP, heating, 6 berths, 2 toilet/ showers, Part exchange possible
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Broom 30 £22,000 Part exchange considered, Single Perkins 4108 Diesel Engines, Built 1972, Twin Helm Positions, 6 Berths
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Fairline Mirage 29AC £24,950
Princess 32 £18,500
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New Antaris Seventy7 Cabin £89,995 Single Vetus 52hp Diesel, Bow Thruster, full canopy, co-pilot seat, fridge, Wallas cooker/heater
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Viking 24 – 1998 – Honda 30 (2012) . A very tidy Stevens 1240DL – 1999 - Perkins Sabre 135L F Sessa C30 – 2007 – Twin Volvo D3 -190 Diesels Viking Seamaster 28- 2012 - 40HP Honda 2013 Viking 24 – 1998 – Hond Stevens 1240DL – 1999 - Perkins Sabre 135L F Sessa C30 – 2007 – Twin Volvo D3Thrusters. -190 Diesels Viking Seamaster 28- 2012 - 40HP 2013 example of theHonda Viking 24 with a new outboard in 2012 with full Bow/Stern bow and stern thrusters. This Lemar Bow Thruster, Raymarine C80 Chart plotter, Holding Tank, A great family boat that will navigate the entire example of the Viking 24 with a new Bow/Stern Thrusters. bow and stern thrusters. This Lemar Bow Thruster, Raymarine C80Dutch Chart plotter, Holding Tank, A great family boat that will navigate the entire service history, Features 4 berths, Hot and cold water, spacious steel cruiser been restored to a very New Canopy, Just Serviced, An immaculate 4 berth sports cruiser widebeam UK inland waterway system with 6 service history, Features 4 berths, H Dutch steel cruiser been restored to a very New Canopy, Just Serviced, An immaculate 4 berthWith sportscomfortable cruiser widebeam UK inland waterway system 6 cockpit with sunbedwith conversion. A good family riverboat offered at standard. accommodation at home inland or on the coast, Large Cockpit with seating for 6 in berths £44,500 - Also 2013 INBOARD AT £69,500 cockpit with sunbed conversion. A g standard. With comfortable accommodation at home inland or on the coast, Large Cockpit with seating for 6 in berths £44,500 Also 2013 INBOARD AT £69,500 a competitive figure. Afloat and ready to trial. £19,950 and sleeping for 7. Two owners from new ease, Cabin with separate mid cabin and toilet room. VISIT THE TINGDENE / VIKING STAND AT THE Viking 24 –AT 1998 – Honda 30 (2012) . A very tidyAfloat and rea a competitive figure. Stevens 135L Sessa C30 – 2007 – Twin Volvoease, D3 -190 Diesels Viking 28- 2012 - 40HP Honda andSabre sleeping forF7. Two owners fromSeamaster new Cabin with separate mid cabin£135,950 and toilet room. 1240DL – 1999 - Perkins VISIT THE 2013 TINGDENE / VIKING STAND THE £69,950 LONDON BOAT SHOW - NEW Viking 295 example of the Viking 24 with a new outboard Bow/Stern Thrusters. bow and stern thrusters. Lemar Bow Thruster, Raymarine C80 Chart plotter, Holding Tank, A great family boat that will navigateLONDON the entireBOAT SHOW £135,950 This £69,950 - NEW Viking 295Commodore in 2012 with full 2005 Regal 2665 service history, Features 4 berths, Hot and cold water, spacious Sea Ray 275 Express Stevens 1240 Dutch steel cruiser been restored to a very New Canopy, Just Serviced, An immaculate 4 berth sports cruiser widebeam UK inland waterway system with 6 Beneteau 880 Sealine S34 Fittedcockpit with Yanmar 240hp DieselA good family riverboat offered at with sunbed conversion. standard. WithM135 comfortable accommodation Mercruiser 250hp Inboard petrol - 1999 at home inland or on the coast, Large230hp Cockpit with seating for 6 in berths £44,500 -Kennet Alsooutboard, 2013 INBOARD AT £69,500 Contact Perkins Sabre - Bow/Stern Thrusters 2013 Mercury Bowthruster, Contact Thames &90hp Contact Upton Walton 1999 -Twin Volvo KAD43 diesels Contact Racecourse Contact figure. AfloatTonneau and ready toContact trial. £19,950 Contact Upton Walton and sleeping 7. Two owners from new ease, Cabin with separate mid cabin andContact toilet room. VISIT THE TINGDENE / VIKING STANDThames AT THE & Kenneta competitive Full canopy, cover. 1999.forFully Resprayed 2015. 6 berths and panoramic wheelhouse New teak decks – New Canopies Racecourse Contact Walton £135,950 £69,950 LONDON BOAT SHOW - NEW Viking 295 Trailer by seperate negotiation
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Viking 24 Highline - 2012 Mercury 25hp o AQUALINE VOYAGER 60 - 2011 -Beta 150hp Sealine S28 – 1999 – Twin Volvo 170hp Gobbi 345sc – 2002 – Twin Volvo KAD 43-230 Diesels Viking 24 Highline - 201 AQUALINE VOYAGER 60 - 2011 Teak -Betalaid 150hp Sealine S28 – 1999 – TwinAVolvo 170hp Gobbi 345sc – 2002 – Twin Volvo KAD 43-230 Diesels 4 berths, cockpit, LED lighting, Flip superb 2 cabin, 2 en suite, saloon, galley and Featuring Autopilot, Plotter, New Teak on bathing platform, New A very tidy S 28 with new canopies and cockpit upholstery, fully 4 berths, Teak laid cockpit A superb 2 cabin, 2 en suite, galley Featuring Autopilot, Plotter, New Teak on bathing platform, New A very tidy S 28 with new canopies and cockpit upholstery, fully backsaloon, helm seat, Cutand out wheelhouse barge. Perfect for European cruising cockpit and cabin upholstery, New canopies, Toilet waste tank, The surveyed and new boat safety certificate, a spacious cabin with 4 back helm seat, Cut out wheelhouse barge. Perfect European cockpit and cabin upholstery, New canopies, Toilet waste tank, The surveyed and new boat safety certificate, a spacious cabin with 4 Hullfor sides for easycruising boarding. Excellent condition Astounding specification - £219,000 345 is a very spacious boat with 4 berths and saloon, open plan to berths and cockpit with seating for 6 in comfort. Hull sides for easy boardin Astounding specification£32,950 - £219,000 345 is a very spacious boat with 4 berths and saloon, open plan to berths and cockpit with seating for 6 in comfort. ONE OF 3 BARGES AND 6 WIDE BEAMS fore cabin, easy deck and transom access, in immaculate order. £49,950 Highline - 2012 Mercury 25hp o £32,950 AQUALINE VOYAGER 60 - 2011 -Beta 150hp Sealine S28 – 1999 – Twin Volvo 170hp Gobbi 345sc – 2002 – Twin Volvo KAD 43-230 ONE OF 3 BARGES ANDViking 6 WIDE24 BEAMS fore cabin, easyDiesels deck and transom access, in immaculate order. £49,950 AVAILABLE AT THAMES & KENNET MARINA £69,950 4 berths, Teak laid cockpit, LED lighting, Flip A superb 2 cabin, 2 en suite, saloon, galley andAT THAMES Featuring Autopilot, Plotter, New Teak on bathing platform, New A very tidy S 28 with new canopies and cockpit upholstery, fully AVAILABLE & KENNET MARINA £69,950 2005 Crownline 270CR back helm seat, Cut out Classic 400 Flybridge wheelhouse barge. for European cruising TS 31 Riva 42Perfect Malibu Larson LX856 cockpitBirchwood and cabin upholstery, New canopies, Toilet waste tank, The surveyed and Birchwood new boat safety certificate, a spacious cabin with 4 FittedHull with sides Volvo for 5.7easy V8 Petrol boarding. Excellent condition Astounding specification - £219,000 is a very spacious boatPenta with 4 berths and saloon, open plan to berths and cockpit seating for 6 in- comfort. 2004 Twin Volvo KAD300 Diesels, Contact345 Racecourse Twin Volvowith 130 diesels Aft Cabin Twin Cummins 320 fully rebuilt Mercruiser 3.0 inboard petrol - 2011. Contact Upton Contact£32,950 Walton Contact Thames & Kennet Contact Racecourse Contact Upton Thames & Kennet ONE OF 3 BARGES 6good WIDEorder BEAMS fore cabin,4Kva easy deck and transomBowthruster access, in immaculate order. £49,950 Generator, Serviced and Antifouled March 2015 A contemporary classic inAND veryContact Bimini cover, TonneauContact cover. Walton Contact Walton AVAILABLE AT THAMES & KENNET MARINA £69,950
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Broom Ocean 34 - 1998 - Sabre Perkins 135 A very RegalPerkins 2665 Commodore, Sealine 305 Statesman – 1989 - Twin Volvo SEALINE S34 - 1999 - Twin Volvo KAD43 230hp 135 A very 2004, Yanmar Broom Ocean 34 - 1998 - Sabre Regal 2665 Commodore Sealine 305 Statesman – 1989 Twinpresented Volvo 34 with 6 berths, SEALINE S34 - 1999 - Twin Volvo KAD43 230hp clean and-well open plan 200hp Diesel Engines. A popular small fly bridge cruiser A well presented S34 with a good specification clean and well presented 34240hp with 6 diesel, berths, open plan 240hp diesel, 200hp Diesel Engines.fore A popular small fly bridge cruiser A well presented S34 with a good specification cabin, side door, plotter and VHF radio, canopies Very low engine hours, Full canopy, Extended with accommodation for 6, with this power option the 305 is a including Plotter, Radar, VHF, Hydraulic gangway, fore cabin, side door, plotter and VHF radio, canopies Very low engine hours, Fu with accommodation for 6, withand this power option the 305 immaculate. is a including Plotter, Radar, VHF, Hydraulic gangway, soft furnishings £89,950 bathing platform, 4 berths, Pumpout toilet, capable craft for coastal use and at home on inland waters. Ideal New flexiteek bathing platform, Leather upholstery, and 370 soft -furnishings £89,950 bathing platform, 4 berth capable craft for coastal use and1996Broom at home on inland Ideal New Broom New flexiteek bathing platform, Leather upholstery, 29waters. - £59,950. £375,335 immaculate. Raymarine GPS, & antifouled 2015. as a family craft good exterior space in the cockpit and fly bridge. New canopies, Holding tank. A popular 3 cabin craft A -very Broom Ocean - 1998 - Sabre1996Broom Perkins 13529 £59,950. New Broom 370Serviced -Commodore, £375,335 Regal 2665 2004, Yanmar GPS, Serviced & Sealine – 1989as- Twin SEALINE S34 - 1999 - Twin Volvo 230hp Raymarine a familyVolvo craft good exterior space iniF the cockpit andTRYING fly 34 bridge. NewKAD43 canopies, Holding tank. A popular 3 305 cabinStatesman craft YOU ARE TO SELL A BROOM BOAT Viewing highly recommend. £35,950 £38,000 with excellent cockpit £74,950 clean and well presented 34 with 6 berths, open plan iF YOU ARE TRYING TO SELL A BROOM BOAT 240hp diesel, fly bridge cruiser A well presented S34 with a good specification Viewing highly recommen £38,000 with excellent cockpit £74,950 200hp Diesel Engines. A popular small CONTACT US AS BROOM AGENTS,BOATS REQUIRED 2012 Shetland 27 250 Fiesta Vee fore cabin, side door, plotter andCONTACT VHF radio,US canopies AS BROOM AGENTS,BOATS REQUIRED 1994 Sealine Ambassador Broom Ocean 29 RINKER Sealine S28 Very low engine hours, Full canopy, Extended with accommodation for 6,310 with this power option the 305 is a including Plotter, Radar, VHF, Hydraulic gangway, Fitted with Honda 40hp outboard and soft furnishings immaculate. £89,950 Twin Volvocraft AD31 150hp Diesels. 2 available 1995 & 2002 – Both very clean boats to Volvo 5.0 Inboard petrolPumpout - 2005. toilet, bathing platform, 4 berths, capable for coastal use and at homeAonwell-presented inland waters. Ideal New flexiteek bathing platform, Leather upholstery, Twin Volvo KAD 32 170hp Duoprop - 1999 1996Broom 29 - £59,950. New Broom 370 - £375,335 RaymarinePumpout GPS, Serviced & antifouled 2015. as aexample family craftof good spaceSealine in the cockpit and fly bridge. NewNew canopies, Holding A popular 3 cabin craft thisexterior popular model. Brooms exceptional finish toilet, shower canopy, cockpittank. & cabin upholstery Contact Waltonhighly recommend. MOORINGS ARE AVAILABLE ATANY OF OUR EIGHT MARINAS iF YOU ARE TRYING TO SELL A BROOM BOAT Viewing £35,950 £38,000 with excellent cockpit £74,950 MOORINGS ARE AVAILABLE ATANY OF OUR EIGHT MARINAS Separate master cabin with internal heads access. CONTACT US AS BROOM AGENTS,BOATS REQUIRED £44,950
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