Emerald Fox Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Youtube recovered here in Darkest Scandinavia, here it is: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annie40 Posted March 17, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 hi thanks for that much appreciated!! ive cleared the area this morning...the decked area seems to be in good condition,so im orderingalot of scaffold poles and couplers then im going to get started..im very practical so i think im just going with a plan of action.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annie40 Posted March 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2016 It is difficult to make an informed comment without seeing the mooring and knowing what kind of boat it is to be using it. I am quite often in your area on my motorcycle if you would like me to drop by. Ian. hi yes i think that may be of help.i could meet you down there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileypete Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 Have a look at this: Basically chunky treated wooden standoffs which have a tapered point and are driven into the riverbed, I'd estimate 4" x 12" These are supported at the top by angled scaffolding poles taken back to the riverbank, with more supports in the middle. Height of standoff needs to be about 2 to 3 ft above the fenders in absolute max flood and tide conditions. Where the above photo was taken, the level has been nearly up to the path in some years. cheers, Pete. ~smpt~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Spartacus Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 I did a lot of Jetties and Piers on the Thames when I worked for Shelbourne's, Oak could be used as it lasts for years but you are going to have problems getting it piled in into the river bed without the proper equipment. I would go for Gabion Baskets if I were, you you can take your time in filling them up at low water. then you will have a working platform to work with. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annie40 Posted March 20, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2016 Thank you for those ideas....I am still trying to find a way onto the water!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giant Posted March 20, 2016 Report Share Posted March 20, 2016 Have a look at this: Completely off topic but just curious if you have some connection to the Humber barge, Onward, in the photo? She's one of our "stepsister" ships. I met her owner a couple of summers ago when she was in the process of selling, and having her next boat surveyed. Have since spotted Onward when passing through Limehouse last year but not sure where it is now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annie40 Posted March 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2016 I've ordered alot of scaffolding poles and couplings....I'm getting a pole driver to go into the river bed..they're going in around 10 feet? Then I'm going to weld steps in place. Plus rails .then I'm taking the old staircase out.lots to do ..I don't know how long it will take me to do but hey ho...I'm up for a challenge !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smileypete Posted March 23, 2016 Report Share Posted March 23, 2016 Completely off topic but just curious if you have some connection to the Humber barge, Onward, in the photo? She's one of our "stepsister" ships. I met her owner a couple of summers ago when she was in the process of selling, and having her next boat surveyed. Have since spotted Onward when passing through Limehouse last year but not sure where it is now. I'll try and find out where Onward has gone, might take a little while though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giant Posted March 23, 2016 Report Share Posted March 23, 2016 I'll try and find out where Onward has gone, might take a little while though... Thanks! I would ask the previous owner but have mislaid the card I had with her details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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