The vang has been adjusted to give us more power to flatten the sail by moving the attachment to the boom aft by a few cm. We realised the electric bilge pump has probably never worked since we've had the boat. Might be something to do with not knowing what the switch on the electic panel did. Anyway, the electrical supply was faulty. That is now fixed and the faulty float switch will be replaced tomorrow. It's surprising what you never need when only racing around Poole harbour.
Still a problem with the autohelm computer. Think that might need replacing but won't know until the sparky can come.
Enjoying Plymouth despite this, went to the theatre last night and saw a very good production by a young Belgian group, "A History of Everything". Lunch today at the River Cottage Canteen at the very impressive Royal William Yard. Making very good use of the OAP bus passes.
Have downloaded my pictures so hear are one or two.
Leaving Poole Harbour . (N.B. timing on these photos U.T.)
Les just before groundbaiting the fish
Last view of Old Harry for a while
Dartmouth.
You seem to have all the yachting jargon to hand - we're endeavouring to understand what you're talking about but it sounds as if you'll get to know Plymouth quite well whilst the probs get sorted. Keep smilin'.
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