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by mabbs
Thu Jul 29, 2021 11:47 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Black Prince for coastal cruising
Replies: 3
Views: 1295

Re: Black Prince for coastal cruising

That should plane fine then, they’re a bit of a mass as they’re a pretty heavy boat owing to the layup. If you’re petrol particularly you need to work out your fuel capacity vs use carefully for longer passages.
by mabbs
Tue Jul 27, 2021 7:54 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Family Four facilities
Replies: 6
Views: 1480

Re: Family Four facilities

The fun of small boating! Get on well with the crew! We had a 535 for years, loads of fun.
by mabbs
Tue Jul 27, 2021 7:51 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Black Prince for coastal cruising
Replies: 3
Views: 1295

Re: Black Prince for coastal cruising

I have a smaller 21’ 2 plus 2, has a medium / deep v like the Black Prince, ideal little vessel for coastal cruising. Previously had a wee 535, which whilst stable did slap and bang in a chop. The 2 plus 2 is in a different league, she just cuts through most stuff including the Solent chop with ease ...
by mabbs
Mon Jul 05, 2021 9:26 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Headlining person recommendation?
Replies: 1
Views: 615

Headlining person recommendation?

Wondering if anybody’s had headlining replaced? I’ve got an old 2+2 and thought I could tackle the job myself replacing the old lining but it’s somewhat beyond my skill set. Spoke to a chap called Rodger Nantis and another but can’t do anything until the Autumn.

I’m on the south coast nr ...
by mabbs
Wed Jun 13, 2018 6:31 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Shetland 570 engine
Replies: 2
Views: 4511

Re: Shetland 570 engine

I would guess WOT should be 30-35mph and cruising speed around 4,000 revs to be 20-25 mph. That is what I am getting on a heavier 2+2 with an old 2 stroke 125hp Mercury. Be mindful that the Honda is probably as heavy as the maximum recommended 115 hp from the seventies. You will sip fuel compared to ...
by mabbs
Mon Jun 11, 2018 9:16 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Chart plotter recommendation
Replies: 5
Views: 3015

Re: Chart plotter recommendation

thanks for the replies, I guess that a smartphone uses mobile phone signal to triangulate and tablets use GPS if you use some kind of receiver?
by mabbs
Fri Jun 08, 2018 7:48 am
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Chart plotter recommendation
Replies: 5
Views: 3015

Chart plotter recommendation

Hi just looking at chart plotters/depth sounded and there is such an array. Have been looking at garmin as they seem simple to use. Also is there much difference in the transducer used obviously there is more work involved with a through hull as opposed to a transom mount. Using the boat inshore on ...
by mabbs
Wed Jul 08, 2015 9:50 pm
Forum: General Forum
Topic: Rotten/delaminated 535 roof repair
Replies: 3
Views: 1761

Rotten/delaminated 535 roof repair

Hi

Hoping that some member has tackled this not so nice problem :cry: : cabin roof balsa laminate has become water soaked from failed mastic where grab handle screws enter through roof. Seems pretty serious, as the whole roof is spongy, including the "dashboard" between the windscreen and cabin, so ...