Slipper_Chris Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 Hello, Our engine won't start. It looks like there's charge in the batteries but it's not turning over. As newbies I think it's best to get a repairman out to look at it. My question is - is it possible to sign up for RCR Breakdown Cover if you the boat already has a problem? I think this might be the cheapest option to get a mechanic out to look at what's wrong. Any advice very welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hurley Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 Do you have cables to jump start the engine from the leisure bank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan de Enfield Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 4 minutes ago, Slipper_Chris said: Hello, Our engine won't start. It looks like there's charge in the batteries but it's not turning over. As newbies I think it's best to get a repairman out to look at it. My question is - is it possible to sign up for RCR Breakdown Cover if you the boat already has a problem? I think this might be the cheapest option to get a mechanic out to look at what's wrong. Any advice very welcome. Put a jump lead across from your leisure batteries to your starter battery, if it still doesn't start - its almost certainly not the battery. Check all wiring connection (including the big ones to your batteries and starter motor) Have you an ignition light ? Do you have a stop / decompression handle ? (is it pushed fully in) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timx Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 Yeah I joined when I had a Problem, you have to pay extra though, can't remember how much ,so ring and find out, and judge against calling out a local engineer. If there is no rush, probably better to ring round local engineers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machpoint005 Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 1 minute ago, Timx said: Yeah I joined when I had a Problem, you have to pay extra though, can't remember how much ,so ring and find out, and judge against calling out a local engineer mechanic. If there is no rush, probably better to ring round local engineers mechanics. I notice that the OP used the appropriate term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete.i Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 Yes to actually answer your question this is copied directly from the RCR web site. etc. If I breakdown and I am not a member can I join? You can still join but you will have to join at the minimum of the silver level and there is a one off call out charge of £75 (non-refundable) for joining on a breakdown. Membership is normally activated 72 hours from when an application is received, so it is cheaper to join RCR before you breakdown. A surcharge of £30 is applicable for callouts within the M25 ring, due to the additional costs of parking, congestion charges, emission charges etc. http://www.rivercanalrescue.co.uk/breakdown-cover/faqs/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Brooks Posted November 28, 2018 Report Share Posted November 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Slipper_Chris said: Hello, Our engine won't start. It looks like there's charge in the batteries but it's not turning over. As newbies I think it's best to get a repairman out to look at it. My question is - is it possible to sign up for RCR Breakdown Cover if you the boat already has a problem? I think this might be the cheapest option to get a mechanic out to look at what's wrong. Any advice very welcome. This could be simple or more complicated but unless you give a general location we can not advise about reliable tradesmen or a member offer to visit and help. So roughly where is this boat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slipper_Chris Posted November 30, 2018 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2018 Thanks all. Especially for the quote from the actual website. To be safe I think we'll probably pay the extra and get them to come out. It could be a simple job but better to be safe than sorry. Cheers for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boater Sam Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 Don't let them try to tow start it. Is Juliemack169 the new one line troll that knows everything on every topic, or a abbreviated genius? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotEver Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 7 hours ago, Boater Sam said: Don't let them try to tow start it. Is Juliemack169 the new one line troll that knows everything on every topic, or a abbreviated genius? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Schweizer Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 On 28/11/2018 at 12:41, Machpoint005 said: I notice that the OP used the appropriate term. Your post is confusing, are you suggesting that Engineer is the correct term, or that it should be Mechanic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_C Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 2 hours ago, David Schweizer said: Your post is confusing, are you suggesting that Engineer is the correct term, or that it should be Mechanic? From my experiences with RCR neither term is anywhere near applicable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty40s Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 10 hours ago, Boater Sam said: Is Juliemack169 the new one line troll that knows everything on every topic, or a abbreviated genius? in response to wotevers ???, juliemack was a spammer reported at 5.30am this morning for about 10 posts of single word or two word replies to various random threads and then finally a link to whatever she was selling or trying to infect you with (your computer not you yourself...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Bob Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 9 minutes ago, Steve_C said: From my experiences with RCR neither term is anywhere near applicable. I've called them out 3 times in 2 years. - Engine not starting. Turned out to be a crack in one of the unions on the diesel pipe feed. Good work for the mechanic/engineer to spot it. Good result. - Broken throttle cable. Fixed within 3 hrs. Good result - Problem with the alternator getting hot. Problem with the Sterling AtoB that was beyond the knowledge of the mechanic/engineer. Overall, I am very impressed with RCR as they have twice got us out of problems that stopped us moving. For me, well worth us being a member. I think they should be good at sorting out how to start the engine. Worth paying £75 if you cant find a local engineer...but if you tell us where you are, perhaps someone can point you towards one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1agos Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 I have called out RCR 3 times in six years. Engine alternator replaced - foc parts and labour Broken engine mounting they replaced a pair - foc parts and labour and a throttle cable I had to pay for. I am impressed with their service so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotEver Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 1 hour ago, matty40s said: in response to wotevers ???, juliemack was a spammer reported at 5.30am this morning for about 10 posts of single word or two word replies to various random threads and then finally a link to whatever she was selling or trying to infect you with (your computer not you yourself...) Ahah! I guessed that might be the case Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard10002 Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 GMW included RCR basic membership in their insurance policy at my renewal in September. presumably, RCR offer it at no cost, on the basis that they hope many will upgrade. I am considering upgrading but, given that I havent broken down, and been unable to get myself going, in 7 years of narrowboating, I might just suffer the costs of a call out, reassured that I have their number, and they will come when I call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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