Robin59

JDP I took your advice and have purchased a solar panel kit which includes a solar controller that is suitable for SLB batteries so thanks again for your wise and knowledgable advice. Cheers

Thank you so much you have explained that so well for me cheers 

Hi I wonder if someone could clear this up for me. I want to install a VHF radio in my boat, do I need a licence I’ve read they are free and I’ve read there’s a charge to obtain a MMSI number can someone please put me straight? Thank you 

On 7/27/2024 at 7:48 AM, Saintly Fish said:

At least she is a very shallow draught so you won't struggle with the bar crossing at bembridge. Not sure I'd want to go too far out in her though. Do you plan to put a bigger engine on her? 

No not far from a couple of hundred yards to a mile out, as for a bigger engine yes but I’m having to save up for that 

14 hours ago, Andy135 said:

Welcome Robin. Nice boat. Is there a hull information plate anywhere on the boat? Often found on the inside of the transom.

Thanks for your reply I don’t think there is unless it’s under the rear seat have a look see if you can see anything please. Many thanks 

13 hours ago, JDP said:

Thats a scary looking trailer, is it just a launch trolly or an actual road trailer ? hope you check the wheel bearings before towing any distance. I can't say its any model I recognise. It always fun having a project to tinker with, where will you be using the boat ? 

Yes the trailer is just for slipway launching you are right it’s not road worthy. I will be using her out of Bembridge harbour only a mile out there are some great Bass and Plaice spots I know that I can’t wait to get back to 😉thanks for your reply 

Thank you so much that is all so very helpful cheers!

Hi I’m introducing  Lowrance plotter fish finder and a vhf radio to my fishing boat I’m thinking of having the 12v battery being kept charged by a solar panel with a controller. Has anyone had any experience of installing such a set up please?

Many thanks