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Old 14 June 2006, 17:59   #1
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Just a few pics - didn't take any on the actual delivery trip - just wanted to get home!!!

Trailer was huge - designed for the big Quinquari 11m boats. Towed like a dream and the Discovery was excellent - not at all gutless since I tweaked the pump slightly,

Rig was very stable to tow - same length as an articulated lorry but 8" wider - amazing!!!
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Old 14 June 2006, 18:03   #2
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What happens when someone doesn't bother with fenders. I also thought engines were supposed to be tilted OUT of the water when not in use?
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Old 14 June 2006, 18:06   #3
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Seriously bright blue. Looks pretty good with the white seats. Would have been nice with a grating to finish off the bilge - will have to do myself.
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Well done, I bet your glad thats done, its a shame the bilge area wasn't finished and little things like not using fenders can have a serious effect, but hey ho its home now so you can enjoy it.

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Quick 20min blast in home waters after putting the boat in for the first time - getting rather late.

Got to say it is a fantastic hull - such a soft ride and incredibly dry - got quite lumpy in a few sections - other boats coming in as we went out.
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Notice fenders are quite a good idea.
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Well done, I bet your glad thats done, its a shame the bilge area wasn't finished and little things like not using fenders can have a serious effect, but hey ho its home now so you can enjoy it.

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Thanks - time to start enjoying now!!!
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Looks excellent in the colour - Wont be able to miss it in the Bristol Channel!!!
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hey cods


congrats in getting the boat at last. perhaps try those flat fenders and remember that rubbing up against things can do a lot of damage even to ribs so take care. you will probably notice your fuel usage will go up quite a lot now!!

done 40 hours in ours now and loving every minute of it

take care and have fun...
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congrats in getting the boat at last. perhaps try those flat fenders and remember that rubbing up against things can do a lot of damage even to ribs so take care. you will probably notice your fuel usage will go up quite a lot now!!

done 40 hours in ours now and loving every minute of it

take care and have fun...
Thanks - I even took fenders out to Guernsey with me - I understand their value shame some people don't!!!
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