A Tight Squeeze for a Three Cylinder Marine GardnerThe finishing touch to our most recent boat was to fit the engine…
And finally - the restored Gardner engine arrives from Ireland and, due to being slightly bigger than advertised, is now a very tight fit through the engine room access hatch:
Our Master Blaster prepares the latest shell to leave the yard; gritblasting the hull ready to receive a first coat of primer.
On Monday it will be on its way to Oakcraft Narrowboats, for final fitout.
We thought these time-lapse clips would be of interest; showing the building of NB Hugh Henshall, a trip boat for the Chesterfield Canal Trust.
Hugh Henshall Build week 3.
I've just posted some new pictures.
The first group are of the most recent boat completed, which has a double-glazed front section to be covered by traditional cloths. The ‘back end’ (aft or stern) is very traditional with sunken panels and the classic Mel Davis fully-scuppered (waterproof!) pidgeon boxes.
Also pictured is the engine, a Gardner 3LW, newly restored.
Finally, we have a picture showing how to make an efficient keel cool (skin tank).
For those planning a visit by train, the nearest railway station is Langwith-Whaley Thorns (LAG). The station is on the Robin Hood Line, which runs between Nottingham & Worksop via Mansfield. East Midlands Trains run an hourly stopping service.
Do call us before you set out and we'll happily come and pick you up!