Chris-B

post three off topic .. cool, well done Athy ...LOL ......... no trains were or will be harmed

Ahh Flyboy that would make sense ... Thanks

Does anyone know the correct way of removing the needle so I can refurbish the facia ? I don't want to damage it with the Bull in a China shop method Thanks Chris

We ( for clients boats) have used tankbusters on several occasions In all instances the craft had very dirty fuel and an invasive diesel bug issue Bruce spent time cleaning and takin test samples , since these boats have been done and susequently treated with Marine 16 There have been no further fuel issues I do believe that you get what you pay for and he does a professional job And no I am not linked to Tankbusters just a satisfied broker/client

copied from the BSS dept of directives (LOL) ================================ The useful life of flexible hose depends on many factors, including storage and operating conditions, and the hose may need to be changed several times during the lifetime of your boat. Flexible hose also has a lower fire resistance than metallic pipe and for all these reasons it is recommended that the length of hose used in the fuel system is restricted to the absolute minimum, i.e. the minimum length necessary to cope with vibration or the movement of engines and boat structures. The additional benefit of this is that the amount of hose exposed to the risk of early failure through damage from heat and abrasion will be minimised. All hose used in the fuel system must be fire resistant to at least 21/2 minutes, as specified in the internationally agreed marine fuel hose Standard (BS EN ISO 7840), although there are hoses available with superior fire resisting qualities (e.g. BS ISO 15540). Both of these hoses will also meet the current requirement for reinforcement and wall thickness. Injector leak-off (spill rail) arrangements must meet all the requirements for fuel feed and return pipes, hose and connections, or utilise the direct return to tank option, or return to the fuel system through a non-return valve. injector leak-off hoses fitted by the manufacturer within an enclosure on the engine meet the requirement. Vintage and traditional engines designed to return the injector leak-off fuel to a catch pot are acceptable provided the catch pot is securely mounted and is free of signs of leaks, signs of damage or deterioration. There is more information on this link You should contact your marine engine supplier for further details. Engines that are certified to International Standards, i.e. ISO 16147 for diesel, ISO 15584 for petrol, are acceptable since these Standards support the Recreational Craft Directive. It's recommended that you bear these Standards in mind when buying an engine. [2.14]

Yes they can break down Yes they fall under BSS As far as I am aware there is no set "life" date but they must be fit for purpose

Someone has to live there

Wine.. who is giving wine away ?

Allow me to connect my crystal ball via bluetooth

Good to see a pictorial update on the "old" Marine Engine Services doc // well done matey

Lock times Brentford Sat 29th 1300-1700 PRE BOOKED ONLY c

How nice to hear some good news.......

Thanks Carl.. just had to mop up a smattering of vino off the keyboard

Proper coffee YES .. from the ground bean ... likes of powdered or granules ..no thanks

Frankly I think it's all a load of complete and utter bollocks IF I decide to go to Lough or wherever for a banter I will drink/chat and socialise with whom I please . Set a date and see who turns up to drink beer and have a laugh . worse case you and Cath have a night out on your own in a pub.. no hardship . to the shit stirrers .. get over it and move on

you flash bastid.......;-) ' ' ok ' ' I fess up .. . . just impressed

Is that a pump out jar or a cassette ?

Brilliant James.. still laughing