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Yes it is absolutely the epitome of North Norfolk beauty!

Why thank you kind sir, I polished them just for you!!

Yes, thank you for commenting - it is indeed - it gets down to under 7ft which is respectable and certainly helped us on our Wells trip as none of the bridges were operating and Mutford lock was also u/s. It isn't so easy getting the canopies undone but certainly stops us getting tide locked in places that are 'the other side of a bridge.' As for caring for a boat - I do find undertaking things like antifouling and polishing important as I get to know every inch of the craft - I can score myself out of 10 for the scratches and knocks that I have made and growl when I find something that wasn't me that I have not been aware of!!

The original parts are no longer available, however, there are those that make near identical copies - although S34 isn't listed, this company may be able to help www.smartmarine.co.uk/product/raised-sealine-model-decals-price-per-set-of-2/

@@lovelifeloveboat thank you so much for the link my friend if you have any other links for Sealine parts it would be amazing if you sent them over it would be great I’m also looking for a new dashboard for the Sealine s34 or can you get them wrapped the is a little crack on one part thank you for your time lovelifeloveboat

@@WisdomWhispersforWellbeing I think most dashboards are repairable and can definitely be sprayed or wrapped - I would recommend joining the Sealing Forum if you are not a member, as there are quite a few posts on there, www.sealineforum.co.uk/ however, if you are looking at a remanufacture and possible updating / upgrade, I would have a look at Brian Ward, based in Brundall - www.brianwards.co.uk/

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Thank you! Cheers!

That was the case, but I think the major operator was offered a better deal elsewhere and so when I spoke to Robert (Harbour Master) it seems there are a few gaps in the outer harbour now!

Ah could be useful for sailors as shallow around the inner pontoons..

It is an absolutely magnificent beach and a great place to visit that is for sure!

They most certainly do - as Zinc is what I would recommend for Salt, however, I am in purely fresh water and Magnesium is recommended which don't last 5 mins in salt! :) Sorry that wasn't clear! However, Zinc in freshwater is about as useful as a chocolate tea pot as those nice reactive props soon become the target!

I watched it and found the last 10 mins had uploaded in 1978 standard mono - so re-uploaded it! In 1980's stylee Stereo! Glad to see you have been out on the foamy stuff recently!

@lovelifeloveboat glad to see you have been working hard on the boat too

Thank you!

Hi I used just 250ml of PVC MEK I believe, thank you for asking!

I believe the Waverley itinerary nowadays takes it all around the UK and Ireland, and Wales also! I am not sure if it would have done in the 60's unless it was going to be used for excursions as it wasn't sold into preservation until 70's I believe, however, I may be wrong! It is always worth looking up the Paddle Steamer Preservation Society - They are on FB and RUclips as the @PSPSScottishBranch and are extremely friendly and helpful - and would be really keen to also hear your story! Thank you for watching and commenting and have a peep at their website waverleyexcursions.co.uk/ as they have some great trips available for this year still and I can highly recommend a trip for a good value day out aboard a piece of living history!

This particular boat was for river and estuary use mainly but would be incredibly cramped for a family of 4, there is a bigger version called a Birchwood Interceptor 25, which are quite reasonably priced , and make great projects. I must admit, on a calm day, I did take it to sea, but only on a completely flat sea! Thank you for watching and commenting!

​@@lovelifeloveboatThank you, I know there is a bigger boat, but I can drive this one on a trailer. 🙂 I can't find documentation from the ship, what is the construction category? Is it designed specifically for rivers and lakes? Or can it go to the sea? It says river boat. Can you tell me the width of the boat inside?

I believe that the boat build was before RCD Category but was RCD Cat B, it is many years since I owned this boat so I can't actually remember the beam inside - I found this one which says 2.54m www.jonesboatyard.co.uk/boat-sales/print-specification.aspx?id=5707

WOT should see around 3300-3400 on a pair of KAD 32s any faster and the props may be incorrect. Not getting ont the plane could be incorrect props or just a very dirty underside. My problem on this video was very much a fuel / air issue - we have since cruised hundreds of miles thankfully!

It has been one of my favourite uploads to make for such a long time. Linda and her crew are so welcoming :)

Thank you

Thank you for such wonderful memories - We do like the idea of 'retiring to the bar' when grounded! Amazingly the Waverley has little more draft than our own boat!

@@lovelifeloveboat Ah, but do you have a flat bottom?

Ah I do, but my boat doesn't - Personally, I find paddle steamers quite remarkable and their workload at Dunkirk is so easily overlooked!

Thanks Tommo - it is a little gem and literally on our doorstep - however, it gets very busy quickly and is somewhat reminiscent of the thames!

It really was. Thank you for your comment!

I tend to agree, although Wells, by road, is literally on my doorstep, and an area which I covered professionally with work, it is literally closed over winter months - and similar to so many Devon and Cornish towns, the key safes are appearing outside more and more homes. The development of the outer harbour was more driven by wind farm operation, however, they have got up and gone. Whilst I absolutely feel the harbour team are outstanding, it cannot be ignored that wells was built upon access to the Sea. Involvement of 'National' organisations could be even worse... The only way that this and any future can be gained - thankfully with the internet and other advances, is to ensure that young people have access to local housing and those buying property are having to use them (not all but a proportion) for primary residencies. Thank you for your very important points and although it, for us, is a picturesque journey, I have tried to reflect some of what you have mentioned.

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Yes, I can never work out the correct 'up' or 'down' terminology! Thank you for watching!

Thank you

Yes Broadlands is open to the public, you can just drive or walk down from OB along the path. It is run by Moss and Co (Who now have the Commodore back) and is really friendly and well appointed! I don't know the overnight charges for visitors but a quick call to them will give you that answer! Thank you for commenting and look forward to seeing you onboard Lightning.

Thank you - and I really don't need any excuse to buy those tubs! I hadn't realised that they had been specifically made with just such tasks in mind, and on those grounds, I am buying a job-lot of flapjack bites and chocolate mini rolls ... after which I feel, I, myself, will be 'siliconised' :)

@lovelifeloveboat I do enjoy your videos. As a local I am happy to welcome such nice people to the Broads. I do hope that you have many happy visits and I will be performing the secret ritual midnight dance to prevent it "being wholly black over Will's mother's" so you can get a bit of sunshine 🌞

😆 Yes a tad f sunshine would be nice!

Yep Big ouch!

As you could see - I certainly don't - I need a 'walk in' tent these days.... Hope the upload made you smile - or as one contributor, laughed out loud!!

Thank you! Cheers!

:) Actually it didn't smell too bad - there was that musty 'not been used in a lifetime' smell about it but either I got used to it or it just faded - or washed out!!

I am so glad mine didn't on this occasion - at least the stand-by plan was definitely dry should I have needed it!

I have to say I am so glad that tents have grown in size as I have over the years....!! Something different whilst I work on some boaty uploads!

Ah very clever.... hope you enjoy it - I know it isn't boaty, but is just a little fun that I thought may get a few giggles! Points to look out for are me trying to get in the thing!

Hi buddy - it is a What3Words location (W3W) the entire planet is covered in 1m squares and each has a three word identifying group!

So nice of you

For us it is time, Having previously had a sailing yacht, we now live very busy lives, but do hope to go back to sailing in the future, Thank you for your comment,

Many thanks!

It really is!

Thankfully I am a hardy soul and used to being bashed around a little! How is your classic boat resto coming along?

@@lovelifeloveboat putting new sea cocks and skin fittings and then off to a mooring at Hythe Marina Southampton water.

Awesome - I am currently looking for a small sailing boat, but has to be the right one, maybe a Hurley , leisure or similar - watch this space!

Could have been worse, my boat may not have been there and then I would have had to learn to swim as well!!

Ah well that is good then - you can walk to the bar and fetch and I will sit and recollect over a few beers soon!

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Hi Yes, 3D as a company is French, and make excellent products, but The 3D superlight Tender uses PVC fabric made in Germany by Mehler, sorry if that wasn't clear - and quite possible I made a mistake so will have to watch it again - either way, it appears you are rowing yours in a much warmer place than I was mine!!

Thank you, just catching up with your latest upload... all great as always! Thank you for the positive comment!

Thank you , I am always looking at something different - and I really never hurry on the river, just enjoy the ride... I have never understood the 'must get there' thing.... oh and very careful handling too! Thank you for the positive comment and glad you enjoyed this episode!

Hi thank you for your comment, I cant find the item on amazon however, it looks like Sealy and Draper both have similar mini-polishers available. This is the link to the model I bought which is now showing as 'out of stock' www.ebay.co.uk/itm/166610453212 I also use this corded and much more powerful version with a 7inch lambs wool bonnet www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-264569-1200W-Sander-Polisher/dp/B002QS1LZ2/ref=sr_1_28?crid=HWT734QOXJHS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZID8KRcxDR_VydaVX39EnEv0XeKips7ZSVsuBX7sIoUaex_b2cikWMWeZQ86avxvPfvlT8iCxkZSndLfY11NbppWheI36yH0ENz7Jpx4sMOW9tLAyQxmu_uUxFvtbFCKJ3hGPff9DohI-DoZfe0YeB4PEFRFFspIwuRc916LNar1rnCwYjJEWru77RObNuzt46H2ORk7hmTETTn0xYD4WxT07VMxNxJEulGgwuzkIzHGzNT9mzPiCigdudpJoNoJnuYhXO7aiReVhrWwFm0F_cQTSpQVwqxolgfOn6Uy-Jk.KVMkmcQUQpGab9oWBCVJe0CJOXcDIBoYr92lNiNOBqs&dib_tag=se&keywords=vanity+polisher&qid=1711263209&sprefix=canitu+polisher%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-28 The polish is here at Marine Superstore but probably can be bought locally www.marinesuperstore.com/boat-cleaning/polishes-waxes/3m-perfect-it-gelcoat-light-cutting-comp?attribute_size=946ml&msclkid=5ffe1d1337131ea7c4ce78ecfbbedfa2&GS%3A%20Below%20100%20stock%20and%20remaining%20products%20%3E%20No%20Audience&Boat%20Cleaning And the top coat is good old Starbrite marine polish www.marinesuperstore.com/boat-cleaning/polishes-waxes/starbrite-marine-polish-473ml

Did I mention the amount of pain killers I seem to need for days after? Antifouling will be fun - I vowed never to do it again... but that will be coming around again after Easter!!!!

I think it is my 'clown like' ability doing stuff - the guy with the sousaphone always gets in the way though!!

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