So, I told you about my chance eavesdropping experience recently where I obtained the name and number of a boaty electrician…

Well, he arrived and knew exactly what I needed – which of course he would, he’s a professional.  He also recommended a Galvanic Isolator which I’d never heard of before so ran a Google search and did some reading.  Now, my boat is 21 years old nearly and the hull was in superb condition.  However, as I’m not going to be buying another boat EVER I thought it was a good thing to protect my home for the foreseeable future with something that’s really quite small and cheap in comparison to having a hull re-plated.  It’s the small purple gizmo at the top of the photo.

My new 3-stage battery charger is the large gizmo and now my back cabin back wall looks like something from a cheap Starship Enterprise but more believable. :D

All work was carried out cleanly and on time – more-so it was extremely reasonable in respect of his hourly labour charge.  In fact, his hourly rate is more than 50% cheaper than Hilperton Marina’s!  I was also able to transfer funds directly to his nominated bank account rather than fart around with cash.

He’s on Facebook: M. S. Marine Services and can be called on 0771 148 7290.  I have no hesitation in recommending him and will certainly be using his services in the future if I should need them.

His Good Lady Nicky also serves the waterways as a floating Hair Salon!  The Floating Salon is certainly a unique experience.  I remember when Lottie and I were new to all this and it was during our Helmsman Course that we first encountered their boat.  they were stuck on silt by the bank and we helped them on their way.

So there we have it…  I’m all back to normal :D