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  1. wallacebob

    Uk trailers in Spain

    There are quite a few posts asking about converting UK trailers to Spanish registration, especially for boats. This is an interesting Facebook item by N332 - News and information in English for driving in Spain. Who are usually good at accurate driving info. I had no idea DVLA would issue a...
  2. wallacebob

    Outboard control

    My (British) Hunter Horizon 23 has an unknown outboard control. I've installed a new outboard that requires reversing throttle direction. On most controls this is a matter of swapping arms around. This control is different. I can't identify it: looks like a Ultraflex B85, but not. Before I...
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    Help identifying cuddy boat

    Hi, bought small cuddy boat as I wanted the outboard and controls for my sailing project. Needs some work, but not a big job. Now I am attracted to the idea of easy launching day trips. Does anyone know the make/model? Not a Highlander or Mayland I’m told.
  4. wallacebob

    RYAS ADVICE for return to boating in Scotland

    Have a look at RYAS website here: Return to Boating | Representation | RYA Scotland | RYA - Royal Yachting Association I won't get into political, legal or moral aspects, this is purely for info! Be kind to each other and enjoy the weather.
  5. wallacebob

    Parking Firth of Forth

    Getting crowded with cruise ships and tankers:
  6. wallacebob

    Port Edgar tyre barrier

    Recent bad weather has damaged the tyre barrier at entrance to Port Edgar Marina. Currently large piles of tyres on the slip, and still a few bundles afloat about the pontoons. 25% seems still in place, but it may confuse the unwary on approach! Marina Guys have been busy towing old wrecked...
  7. wallacebob

    Glasgow & Clyde slip & pontoons

    Plan for next year is to trailer thro' to Transport Museum Tall Ship slipway, then sail down the Clyde for a few days inc Kyles/Loch Long. I would also like to spend at least one day at Transport and Science Museums. Nice easy drive for me, and a bit of industrial/maritine heritage too. The slip...
  8. wallacebob

    Best pda nav/gps software ??

    Hi, seen a few posts about PDA software. It seems a cheap solution, when I have already got a PDA (with TomTom) and a GPS module. Has anyone had good or bad experiences with the systems on offer, i.e. C-emap, Neptune Navigator Pocket Planner, Navstation and Maptech Navigator. The cheaper end ...
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