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Old 02 September 2010, 12:20   #1
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New engine is a bit slow....
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Old 02 September 2010, 12:26   #2
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Im sorry to report your new engine looks a bit knackered ,any way for safetys sake you should have two engines on the water
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Old 02 September 2010, 12:45   #3
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Im sure her two engines are fine, its just that like all good motors, they are under the water whilst running ......

I do think a good engine is best positioned on the back of the boat to push, rather than pull though
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Old 02 September 2010, 16:09   #4
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you would'nt get me out in those conditions ......
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Old 02 September 2010, 17:32   #5
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Old 02 September 2010, 20:26   #6
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I was wondering where the bridle was attached?

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Old 02 September 2010, 22:49   #7
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I have the same problem with my new tractor
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Old 03 September 2010, 08:31   #8
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I have the same problem with my new tractor
Looks big enough for the job!
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