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Captain Tolleys is a good temporary fix. The windows do need to be dry and the liquid creeps into any cracks, you may need to apply several times to get a good seal. Welcome aboard.

Captain Tolley's creeping crack cure for a temporary fix. https://captaintolley.com/

Thanks folks, single line makes things easier 🙂 Kevin

I'm about to start the basic plumbing on my refurbishment. I have the thought to split the cold into 2 separate lines, one going to the water heater and the other to be the cold taps in the shower room. Is this worth doing? Would it maintain the pressure to the hot water for the shower? Or is it just a waste of time, pipe and fittings? Thanks, Kevin

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/notices/29067-keadby-vazon-bridge-out-ot-order Closed again!

Keadby swing bridge is due to be fixed and operational on Saturday, I'm booked for Wednesday, so there's a few days grace there!

Another day on the Oxford then I'll be turning up the Thames to Lechlade. I hope to get back into Yorkshire in July. Send a message if you head back through Thorne and I'll take you both for a drink. Enjoy your trip.

Nice and smooth without the gearbox connected, new gearbox on order.

Just to clear up the confusion I've caused This is very similar and is the hatch I was talking about, so I now understand this is the front of the engine, not the back. The other boater (his boat, not mine) has checked oil, changed filters etc. We now think the sound it may be from the bell housing - he did go sharply into reverse before the sound started. Apologies for my lack of engine knowledge, thanks for all those who've taken the time to read and comment.

Pulley problem has been mentioned, there isn't a Travelpower. I've had enough now, we shall wait and see what RCR say when they arrive tomorrow. Thanks for replies.

That's right on both counts. I'd like to be able to pinpoint it to a particular area or component, but my knowledge isn't vast enough. As already said, removed both alternator belts and the sound is still there.

Thanks, the engine bay has a removable metal panel which we've removed so have good access to the end of the engine. Apart from a very worn alternator belt, now removed, there's nothing visible rubbing or loose. We already are!!

Boat I'm travelling with, engine has run fine fore 5 days, today after an hour and a half, the engine suddenly starting making a loud knocking noise, it's about once every few seconds. No smoke, no loss of power, oil fine, coolant fine. From limited knowledge, we've found that it is coming from the back of the engine, the noise is there in and out of gear. Removed both belts and the noise is still there. We've got RCR coming out tomorrow, but from this explanation, can anyone give any advice as to what it may be? I've also checked video's on youtube and I cannot find any that have the same or similar problem. Engine has run for 650 hours and was new in 2018.

Looking like it may be open soon

Been quite a lot going on the last couple of weeks and I've now got Melita to the stage I wanted it to be, I now need to spend time getting KenDorR ready for this years trip, which will be my last on KenDorR.

Basic wiring loom installed, upper walls insulated, upper wall panels all cut to size and the 2 bulkheads prepared and temporarily fitted in place.

“There were a number of challenges associated with this unique structure, but the whole delivery team worked together tirelessly to ensure that each aspect of the works was delivered. The plan was monitored and adapted and each party’s needs were met so that the works could be completed safely and ultimately, so that the tracks were handed back to traffic on time.” It's strange how so many are praising the work and how everything went to plan! The only 'party' who's needs are still not met are us boaters.

Also, if you're opting to wait for Keadby, join Trentlink FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/666937220961360 Single handing, I always prefer the Huddersfield Narrow canal, but that has more than it's fair share of problems too!!

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Cladding from above the gunwales all taken down and disposed of. A little bit of surface rust here and there, but we are looking in very good condition for the age of the boat ( 35+ years old ).

Nice short video showing the task ahead!

I've always used neoprene foam, 6 or 8 mm thick, depending on how out of shape the metal is. Used this on my new build and not had a single leak in 6 years, started using in when re-sealing the windows on my current project, I buy from Ebay, just type 'neoprene foam' in the search.