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by NBF
Thu Feb 29, 2024 10:42 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Apparently Norfolk Is The Driest County In UK
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Apparently Norfolk Is The Driest County In UK

floods (2).jpg In Norfolk Broads, where reeds do sway, And boats meander in a water ballet. A place of calm, or so they say, Yet rain arrived, in a mischievous display. Oh Norfolk Broads, so serene and cool, The driest reputation now a watery pool. With ripples and splashes, a soggy cheer, The laug...
by NBF
Tue Feb 27, 2024 7:57 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Is Fishing On The Norfolk Broads A Blood Sport?
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Views: 26673

Is Fishing On The Norfolk Broads A Blood Sport?

Pike (1).jpg I have often come to moor a boat at a public mooring and been met with a veritable barrage of fishermen who blatantly refuse to move out of the way, which they are obliged to do but seem to have serious issues in doing so. In fact, I have never met one who willingly relocated to allow ...
by NBF
Tue Feb 27, 2024 1:30 pm
Forum: Boats/Engines/Chandlery For Sale
Topic: Bell Housing BMC
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Views: 24808

Bell Housing BMC

Removed from a BMC 2.2 diesel engine with a Paragon gearbox.
Collection only from Wayford Bridge NR12 9LL.

£50
by NBF
Tue Feb 27, 2024 8:23 am
Forum: Boats/Engines/Chandlery For Sale
Topic: Paragon Marine Gearbox - Spares or repairs £300
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Views: 22364

Paragon Marine Gearbox - Spares or repairs £300



Collection only from Wayford Bridge NR12 9LL.
Untested so sold as spares or repairs.
Paragon 21L gearbox.
Oil cooler included.
Bell housing available too if required.
Originally fitted to BMC 2.2 diesel engine.
by NBF
Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:39 pm
Forum: Boats/Engines/Chandlery For Sale
Topic: Gas BBQ £60
Replies: 0
Views: 22094

Gas BBQ £60

Perfect for a mooring.
Needs fresh coat of paint.
5 hobs.
Collection Wayford Bridge NR12 9LL.
£60
by NBF
Mon Feb 26, 2024 1:36 pm
Forum: Boats/Engines/Chandlery For Sale
Topic: Portable Gas Cooker £30
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Views: 21890

Portable Gas Cooker £30

Portable Gas cooker with windshield.
Used condition but good.
Collection Wayford Bridge NR12 9LL.
£30
by NBF
Sun Feb 18, 2024 6:27 am
Forum: General
Topic: High Waters and Low Bridges: Flooding Persists on the Norfolk Broads
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Views: 27987

High Waters and Low Bridges: Flooding Persists on the Norfolk Broads

Otter.jpg High Waters and Low Bridges: Flooding Persists on the Norfolk Broads . In Norfolk Broads where waters flow, A tale unfolds of woe and woe. The floods are high, the bridges low, Boats can't pass, it's quite the show. Potter Heigham stands, although so small, But boats below, they hit a wal...
by NBF
Wed Feb 14, 2024 12:07 pm
Forum: Boats/Engines/Chandlery For Sale
Topic: Vintage Boat Cabin Light £20
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Views: 31325

Vintage Boat Cabin Light £20

IMG_20240214_104647_334_copy_2080x1560.jpg This is a vintage boat cabin light. Jelly mould type. It has been rewired and the metal backing plate has been spray painted in white primer so it is ready for any colour of your choice or can be left as it is. Collection only please from Wayford Bridge NR...
by NBF
Mon Feb 12, 2024 7:29 am
Forum: Boat Repairs
Topic: The Crucial Step Most Boaters Overlook: Applying Underwater Primer Before Antifouling
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Views: 59611

The Crucial Step Most Boaters Overlook: Applying Underwater Primer Before Antifouling

antifoul (1).jpg The Crucial Step Most Boaters Overlook: Applying Underwater Primer Before Antifouling Maintaining a boat's hull in top-notch condition is essential for ensuring optimal performance and longevity. Antifouling, the process of applying specialised paint to the underwater hull, plays a...
by NBF
Sat Feb 03, 2024 8:00 pm
Forum: Boat Repairs
Topic: Is Your Diesel Heater Playing Up?
Replies: 0
Views: 33599

Is Your Diesel Heater Playing Up?

Somebody shared some information with me today about stubborn diesel heaters
Apparently near the glow plug is a gauze which is supposed to atomise the diesel .a bit like an injector I guess
Here is an image or two
Replace and all should be good.
Many thanks to Pete for the information.
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