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Thoughts and jottings of those who are having a boat built

How to use this section.

This section is so that those who are having a boat built can update on progress and share ideas. This is designed to be a diary or 'blog' rather than a discussion, so please observe the following.

- Only one thread (topic) per boat built.
- The author of the thread should provide the name of the builders (where applicable) and any other relevant information

This section is designed so that the author can update on progress as their boat is being built, so that their. experiences can be shared. Replies to the topic should only be by the author, or by other members when a directly relevant point needs to be made. Please post any other topics and requests for help in the boat building and maintenance forum.

367 topics in this forum

  1. Josephine- DIY replating and full fitout of a 70s Hancock and Lane narrowboat 1 2 3

    By harrybsmith,
    • 64 replies
    • 3.2k views

  2. Acoustic cage fan won’t turn off

    By umpire111,
    • 5 replies
    • 247 views

  3. Over plating on an iron hull, is it ok?

    By Phil.specialist.electrical,
    • 9 replies
    • 370 views

  4. Norman 22 cabin cruiser with sea tiger crossflow engine 1600cc mk2 need help with heat exchange manifold please

    By raymondjmrust,
    • 13 replies
    • 409 views

  5. Expansion tank and calorifier

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 3 replies
    • 144 views

  6. Radiator sizes and quantity

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 8 replies
    • 176 views

  7. Cable to control panel/busbar

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 2 replies
    • 116 views

  8. CAD drawings / 3D models

    By cairanvanrooyen,
    • 14 replies
    • 1.3k views

  9. Is this connection ok?

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 14 replies
    • 318 views

  10. beta bracket failure

    By chevron,
    • 14 replies
    • 367 views

  11. Waste outlet minimum height from water level

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 22 replies
    • 331 views

  12. Wiring 10mm cable to jabsco pump cables?

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 16 replies
    • 532 views

  13. Captain Faffer is in a Fury now :) 1 2

    By W+T,
    • 34 replies
    • 2k views

  14. Allternator low output.

    By Brian422,
    • 2 replies
    • 146 views

  15. Hi I have a ford bsd 333 1 2

    By Dazo1984,
    • 25 replies
    • 513 views

  16. Sealing Wooden Ply Cabin Roof 1 2

    By gregich,   
    • 27 replies
    • 1.4k views

  17. Isuzu 42 replacement starter Alternator

    By Fender151,
    • 11 replies
    • 322 views

  18. Scale drawings needed showing narrowboat dimensions to make a model

    By Paul-Ourchangingviews,
    • 13 replies
    • 286 views

  19. Fitting out a widebeam

    By Pippa91,
    • 20 replies
    • 342 views

  20. Gas pipe run - can we install pipe only (not commission/connect)

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 3 replies
    • 181 views

  21. Plastic or metal isolation valves on jg speed fit shower feed plumbing

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 9 replies
    • 321 views

  22. Is this gas oven ok for a narrowboat?

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 12 replies
    • 567 views

  23. Help please - refilled water tank after full winter empty, now no water to taps 1 2 3 4

    By Hilda,
    • 77 replies
    • 2.3k views

  24. Wago’s and doubling up in the connector

    By Adam Mc Gowan,
    • 5 replies
    • 288 views

  25. Daydream Believer (Long Post) 1 2 3 4

    By Mike1951,   
    • 81 replies
    • 4.1k views
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