Jellybelly Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Hi, I recently bought a narrowboat believed to have been built by Brummagem Boats, a 47 footer called Arethusa. I have tried Jim Sheads with the BW plate (#48366) but no joy. Steel in good nick probably 6/6/4 showing little deterioration. BMC 1.5 Calcutt, but engine beds show a possible engine replacement. There is a welded marking of BB/627 (slash might be a 1) on the counter. Hoping that one of the learned peeps that frequent this site might be able to help me in dating her. Cheers,Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junior Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 There is quite a bit of knowledge on this forum regarding these boats, if previous threads are anything to go by. Hopefully someone will be along soon with some information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Mack Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Since your boat doesn't seem to be listed on the Canalplan boat listing under thename or number, where has it been for the last few years? There was discussion about the Brum Boats fleet at http://www.canalworld.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=60923but this doesn't shed any light on the origins of your boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybelly Posted July 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Thanks for the replies lads. At a guesstimate she has been in Ireland now for around 10/12 years. The BW plate was found in a cupboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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