Ex Brummie

A Webasto would need a calorifier to service. Also, if used on a relatively small boat, it would cycle frequently, and require persistent servicing.

When you 'sort out' the flue, do you mean you are going to re-site the heater. If not, then aren't you going to have the same problem? Also, if you are replacing with a different unit, there may be implications with B S S.

Your top, as long as you keep the mating faces clean, will be sufficiently gas-tight. As stated in a previous post, the combustion chamber will be negative pressure, so the potential problem would be drawing air in, which would reduce the air flow through the burner causing soot.

I bought a Mercury with amplifier off Amazon last year, and have no complaints. With a 3ft pole on a mag mount, it is directional, but usually manages a reasonable amount of Freeview channels.Mostly, I get upwards of 150. They are now about £25.

A calorifier adds significantly to the pipework resistance, particularly if your pump is at the front, and your calorifier is at the back. There is a lag between the delivery from your hot tap registering with your pump pressure switch which shows as a period of low flow. At 16 psi, this will be more noticeable.

As one who uses ceramic ropes in a professional capacity, there are three different styles. The first is like the ceramic equivalent of cotton wool that is held in a 'net' knitted around it. This type compresses to flat. There is then a braided rope, made up like a plait, and this will compress to some degree, but generally retains its round shape. You then have ropes that have a rubber core. With the channel of your door thoroughly cleaned out, you should be able to use the braided rope, which gives a more reliable seal that lasts for a reasonable period.

Have just done the same as Ray, and as he says, the difference is tremendous, particularly in shower performance. yes, it does use more water, but with a 250 gallon tank, it's not a big problem. I think halving your pressure will be detrimental. Do you have a calorifier or a multipoint?

On a wharf at Venice, whilst waiting for a transfer, I found a complete set of combination locks for luggage. Needless to say, the combination had never been set from the default 1111. I like to think I was doing my bit for litter prevention.

AEG Ergorapido can be demounted into a hand held, £79.00 from Tesco, (cheaper elsewhere on ebay) It will charge from a small 75 watt inverter if you are not ultra powered 240v.

For some reason, the product does not come up on a web search, but part no 35632 comes in at £1.50 + vat a tube at trade terms.

Keeping Up's recent post gives some justification to taking out legal cover. As has been said already, you never know what may be sprung on you, or any challenge to you in connection with ownership of your boat which your insurers may decide is outside the scope of your insurance. With my policy, I am responsible for the first £100, which in my experience covers the "Good morning, ****** Solicitors, How may I help you?" reply to your phone call. Peace of mind at a relatively small price.

Metal paint like Hammerite works well, but if knocked, it will still chip, but hey, it's a working tool.

While in Screwfix buying Fernox LS-x, check out the 'No Nonsense' equivalent. I use it all the time for fixing Aga lid seals. It is hard to see any difference in the two products. As Mike says, it is basically a silicone sealant, but comes temperature rated to a higher level.

They are wonderful on someone else's boat. Waiting at Torksey a few years ago to descend the lock, I called over a boat hovering in the pound. After 10 mins of him being alongside, as his Gardner shook our boat more than our engine, I asked him why it was still running. 2 The breadmakers on, and if the freezer kicks in, then the electrics will trip" I suggested he switched off the freezer for a while, or move back out into the pound and hover. The engine stopped almost immediately.

Overcharging for Taybrite and overnight mooring. Very geared to hire and timeshare boats these days.

Lowesmoor Wharf is not exactly friendly to a private boater. Over many years, I used to use it as a secure mooring overnight as V.M.'s in Worcester always seemed full or looked unsavoury. 4 years ago, as an ABC centre I was charged £3.00 with use of an electric meter, and a dedicated water tap. 2 years ago, I was quoted £18.50. I was lucky to get in at the Commandery, but would have been wary below the lock, approaching Diglis Basin.

On many locks, if you tension the hasp, start at the furthest reel from the closure, and you can feel if the reel is taut or loose.When lose, that is the number. Move to the next reel and repeat and so on to the last reel. I learnt this at school many,many years ago, and by removing the circlip you could re-arrange the reels and change the combination. Caused much consternation in the bike shed at going home time.

Saga give two months, if you are old enough to qualify!!!!!!!

Try a Bubble. Probably won' cost more than a conversion kit. Contact Harworth Heating for advice.

Heavy snowfall at 5-6 cms always sounds much more than 2-2 1/2" which is what it means. Apparently this amount brought Yorkshire to a halt today, with schools closed. The cynic in me thinks that when teachers used to live 2-3 miles away from school it was easier to get in. Now they can afford to live 20 -30 miles away, the slightest amount of snow becomes an insurmountable obstacle.

I would also usually counsel against using an evaporator as a sole form of heating but in your case it seems essential that you do so all bets are off on that but do be prepared for likely increased service requirement. Why would you offer this advice except for vested interest in pressure jet appliances? A vaporising burner such as bubble is effective, uses no electricity, and is totally controllable. Granted it may need decarbonising more frequently than a pressure jet unit, but the operation is simple and well within the grasp of anyone with limited diy skills. There is never any need for expensive spares, and faults present themselves in a progressive manner enabling them to be rectified in a controlled manner instead of being suddenly being faced with failure. In 20 years, the Bubble stove I installed with a gravity radiator performs admirably over 57ft. It is probably one of the best bits of kit I've put on the boat

Try parking a motorhome on a National Trust Car Park and see how long they let you stay there. CaRT are too reasonable sometimes.

Rocol gas tap grease is what you need, but as Mike says, dismantling the tap is not a D I Y job.

I find that rainwater runs between the steel of the cabin top and the material that is fixed to it, that in your picture is green. that eases the slide. I cured mine with the application of a little silicon to the gap.

The fiddle rail is easily removed by simply lifting off the upstands that the rail fits into. You will still have the studs sticking up in each corner and the middle front, but they can be unscrewed or sawn off.