Geoff
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Just found this site - all about the series including links to the suppliers used
http://www.i2itelevision.com/narrowboat/
Geoff
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Pub at the top of Hatton is The Waterman.
I agree the North Stratford is the more scenic route, but would put at least another 25 locks and a few miles into the journey. 15 locks or so to Salford Jc via Grand Union about 40 via Kings Norton
Geoff
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Adam
Have been up and down Hatton a few times. With the wind behind you, a willing crew and the majority of the locks set the right way (!) you can do them in just over 2 1/2 hours. (Our experience).
Don't forget there are another couple of locks at The Cape
Personally would not go past Catherine de Barnes, set off early (before the little angels get up) and you should have a clear run.
Sorry can't remember definitely if there are safe moorings at Camp Hill but I don't think so
Geoff
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Mark
Have a lok at
go for the spares link. Scroll down and theres a Paloma section.
Dont think they do mail order on spares though but may be worth a shot
Geoff
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Alan
We just bought a high gain aerial from B&Q, and mounted it on a stainless steel tube about 4 ft high. Reception has never been so good.
Pity about the programmes !
Geoff
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Works fine with Netscape
Geoff
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Brian
You may remember last when you posted about the oil drain and I sent you a PM as I am moored at Knowle and have a similar setup.
I never heard back from you.
I also had the same problem but a bigger pulley, a 70 amp alternator and a Sterling battery management system (+2 110 amp leisure batts) increased power no end.
I managed to get a larger pulley put on the front of the crank (just) and a sort of "Fred Carno" mounting for the alternator, looks odd but it works.
As the offer was there before - if you want a look your welcome
Geoff
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We managed it a couple of years ago. Didn't get the Black Prince boat before 2pm, threw eveything on ( to be sorted en route) and told one of the staff which way we were going. He was very good and got us away before 3 and got through the tunnel OK
Geoff
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Have a look at the Sterling website FAQ regarding types of batteries.
They dont recommend sealed batteries if you have a battery management system due to the increased charge rates and evapouration
http://www.sterling-power.com/
Geoff
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Have been up and down Hatton a couple of times last year and hopefully again this Easter.
We found the locks well maintained and we had no problems. Some of the pounds are quite big so a bike is a good idea if you've got one to send the wife off to get the next ones ready!!
No dedicated lock keeper that I know of but often friendly staff about.
Theres a BW cafe a couple of locks from the top to either get your strength up before, or revive you as you complete the climb.
Difficult to say how long it takes to get through (we shot through in just under 3hrs) but it does pay to try and team up with another boat if possible.
Geoff
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David
I had similar problems with noise and/or lines across the screen when using an inverter so as my TV is dual voltage like yours, I decided to run the TV off 12 volts and the video from the inverter.
Problem solved!
Geoff
advice needed please
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Had exactly the same with my SR2, fine until it had been working for a bit then cut out when pulled back to idle.
Notched up the idle speed just a fraction and problem solved
Geoff