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Nimmie knows best or maybe just doesn’t want to leave
There we were thinking that we were about to leave and Nimmie decided we weren’t! The fail safe equipment decided to jam. Somehow the hydro vane that is our wind driven auto pilot managed to get jammed and a pin … Continue reading
New watermaker pump required – may delay us again!
Whilst trying out our new watermaker (desalination) we found that the pump was not working well and after consultation with the distributor, we agreed that a new one was required. So, old one taken out and waiting for a new … Continue reading
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Why is it that the heating decides to pack in just before we are leaving?
We are down at the boat at the moment, packing our belongings into Nimrod. Amazingly, our clothes were easily accommodated but the bottles have taken a bit longer to stow! Disappointingly, the heating decided to pack up so we will be taking … Continue reading
Solar Panels Up and Running
The solar panels have now been installed and even in the Spring sunshine, they are performing well. Down at the boat yesterday we turned off the shore power (mains electricity) and spent the day and evening only on battery power. … Continue reading
Reefing fixed and mainsail attached
The reefing lines are now working well with new blocks in the boom. This means that if we need to reduce our sail area due to high winds, then it can all be done from the cockpit safely. We have … Continue reading
Reefing blocks
Amazingly, the cost of replacing the reefing blocks inside the boom has cost less than £200! For those who own boats, you will know that almost any repair always appears to have three zeros in the cost line. The reefing … Continue reading
Comms continued
Of course, one of the real joys of sailing is that you don’t necessary want to be too close to the mayhem of everyday life. That’s where my Kindle will be very useful. The 3G version allows you to upload … Continue reading
Communication
With the onslaught of mobile technology, trying to work out what we need for the Med is a labyrinth of possibilities. We have decided that SSB radio (long distance ham radio) is over the top but we need to be … Continue reading
Nearly complete – blue water prep
Well, we have finally bought our solar panels. These are semi flexible so that they are fitted onto the coach roof at the stern but can be walked on. These will give us 200 watts of energy equal to around … Continue reading
Watermaker being installed
We have finally purchased and are currently installing a Schenker watermaker, which will allow us desalinate sea water into very good drinking water. However, the amount of upheaval to Nimrod has been immense with cupboards emptied, floorboards lifted and holes … Continue reading
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