Alan de Enfield

That subject was actually on the news yesterday, warning motorists to to fill their car tank above 3/4

Already under discussion, with many posts about it, in this thread

I can only tell you my experiences - this year a £45 reduction for being in a marina. And no loss of excess "Marina Benefit"

I cannot think of any 20hp OBs with PTT. Edit : How things change - a quick search shows Tohatsu and Honda have 20hp models with PTT

Maybe the marina I'm in is unusual, but, staff walk past every boat a couple of times a day and the night-watchman walks the marina every 2-3 hours during the night.

Normally the boat will ride 'bow high' when moving, this means the transom is at an angle to the water. You should adjust the tilt/trim angle so the boat engine leg is vertical when underway. When the leg is at the correct angle the boat should be 'level'.

I find that there are quite a few insurance perks by using a marina. Added security compared to a bankside mooring, so lower premiums. And, with HNJ, no excesses if you make a claim whilst in the marina (either your fault or anothers fault)

Thats what happens when you go off the canals and onto non-C&RT waters.

Someone always has to mention toilets !

Well, we are half-way there. An IC engine powering an electric motor - the next step should be removing the electric motor and having an IC engine directly turning the prop.

May the 4th be with you !!!!