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Hi Tony, Yes I'm aware of the BSS, the certificate is valid for a further 2 years. Apologies I should have been more detailed in my first post! The camping stove is a jet boil and doesn't get used inside the boat, nor is it used for cooking but just to make a cup of tea. It is also removed from the boat at the end of our trip. There a far to many nice pubs on along the river to sample. You are also correct that it is powered by an outboard motor. As the floor space in the cabin is minimal and the current floor boards that have been laid are in good condition they will stay as is. Thanks for the advice about headlining fitting, best I get calling fitters as this is somewhat of a deal breaker for the wife . Regards Paul

As the title states .. Hello .... brand new to owning a boat, although I've been on plenty. My wife and I, are now the proud owners of Lily Pad, a 19ft GRP Stuart Stevens Weekender that is need of a little TLC.We'll be cruising the waterways around East Anglia this summer and really looking forward to our time on the water (especially when it's sunny). As with most things of age Lily Pad needs a tidy up, especially in the interior department. Luckily I don't have to deal with plumbing and gas etc, as she has a porta loo and portable camping stove. However, I'm having the seat covers remade by a friend and I'll be tackling any wooden items that need replacing. I may get the canopy replaced at some point as it has seen better days. But my immediate task is replacing the thick "off-white" carpet which covers the ceiling and sides. So I am after some advice, recommendations and pitfalls for a suitable replacement (foam backed headlining, thinner carpet, carpet tiles etc) that wouldn't break the bank and can be fitted by my own fair hands. Thanks in advance Paul

BMC and Ray T - thank you both for the quick response. Ray T - that is exactly what I'm looking at . Unfortunately it is minus its instrument but does have its wires attached, so something for me to look at replacing. Regards Paul

Just purchased a Stuart Stevens Weekender and whilst giving her a clean I noticed this, which I think could be something to do with a speedo! Thanks in advance Paul

Hello all, My wife (Susie) and I (Paul) have recently purchased a little 19ft project Stuart Stevens Weekender; well she surprised me for my birthday actually! I was just looking to buy a Canadian canoe for messing about on the Broads and Ouse, but this is much better. The boat is looking at little tired in places but the wife is keen to get the interior sorted first with new head lining, it's currently floppy carpet, and new covers for the seat and bed. Best thing is the nearly new electric start Honda 8hp engine and throttle control. So I've spent the last week cleaning and repairing the canopy, jet washing the old porta loo and scrubbing, mopping the interior. Looking forward to getting plenty of sound advice from a group of experienced boaters. Regards Paul