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Mike Baldwinreplied to: Keel problem - jammed or ram problem

Bad luck Dirk. I agree with Martin, I wouldn't manoeuver your boat in the marina with the keel up. At least get a tow out of the marina. I got a...

13 hours ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Planning a new engine for 335

I forgot to say Dirk that I have a Max Prop original feathering propellor which is similar to the Featherstream I believe. It is superb. I do get...

3 days ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Planning a new engine for 335

John, That is interesting. I generally cruise at 2200 revs as it is quieter and produces 5 knots in flat water. According to your chart that is 2.2...

3 days ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Planning a new engine for 335

Hi Dirk, I have the old Yanmar 3GM30. You have to cut a corner off the engine mounts to fit it. This doesn't seem to cause any problems but then I...

3 days ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Ram for 325

I replaced the ram breather pipe to the reservoir as well as it also had a leak. I got the ram serviced. They replaced the seals and polished the...

2 months ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Solenoid for Hydraulic Ram

Many thanks for this very useful post. I have made a note of the solenoid. Mike Shemar 335/46

3 months ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Ram for 325

Many thanks Martin, I found your drawing of the ram. My ram won't hold hydraulic pressure so the keel is either up or down on my drying mooring!...

3 months ago

Mike Baldwincreated the topic: Ram for 325

Does anyone know the specification of the ram for the 325? Or the original supplier maybe. Mine has failed and I need to either get new seals or...

3 months ago

Mike Baldwinreplied to: new rubber for hatch and washboards

Please ignore. I found a thread on the 275/85 forum and contacted: +44 (0)1621 773590 sales@houdini-marine.co.uk

16/12/2025

Mike Baldwincreated the topic: new rubber for hatch and washboards

I would like to replace the rubber for the sliding hatch and also the wash boards Does anyone know where I can get them from? Thanks, Mike Shemar...

16/12/2025

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Hydraulic hoses

I am so sorry to hear about your hydraulic failure. In my opinion the hydraulic hoses will last many years (at least 20) as long as there is no...

16/12/2025

Mike Baldwin is attending the event Laying Up Lunch

10/10/2025

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Cockpit seating and sole

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28/06/2025

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Cockpit seating and sole

I replaced mine 18 months ago with synthetic teak. I got quotes and chose Permateak. It cost £1250. Mike Shemar

28/06/2025

Mike Baldwin is attending the event Shepherds Wharf - Cowes

20/03/2025

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Possible Parker 325/335 purchase - advice please

Dear Anthony, I can help with a couple of your questions. My Parker 335 has an electric windlass mounted within the anchor locker on a plinth. I...

26/02/2025

Mike Baldwin is attending the event Laying Up Lunch, Fareham

30/10/2024

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Unbending the skeg

I have a new designed skeg that works very well. It protects the propeller much more when motoring and also helps keep it clear of the ground when...

04/09/2024

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Void below sink/shower in heads

This is a fascinating discussion for me. Whilst I have no smells on in the heads, I do have a sizable quantity of water in this void and have not...

04/09/2024

Mike Baldwinreplied to: Squeaky keel - any ideas?

Pleased for you. Don't forget to continue your blog!

14/05/2024

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