Inspired by the bow sunpad designs over the last decade, my aged vinyl sunpad needed updating. But I wanted to try and integrate the ability to angle the pad into a chair so mocked up a beta-version in 2023 and modified to the final version. See customisations page for the result, which is now on … Continue reading New coachroof sunpad design
Category: Boat videos
The new Mark 2 Targa40
Link for the "Boot Dusseldorf" unveiling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTSZAsqdI6E Looks superb but i'm still wondering how it truly compares to the mark1 (especially the garage and really not fussed about the "3 different ways of boarding!"). Hopefully i see in person at Southampton later this year.
Anchor Upgrade
My factory fit anchor is the Delta anchor and weighs approx. 17kg. I’ve been very happy with its hold in sand where I generally anchor although been less good in shingle on occasions. Reaching out for opinions over the last 6 months has been useful generally ! https://m.facebook.com/groups/FairlineClub/permalink/1494494610960140/ As a result of various advice i'm … Continue reading Anchor Upgrade
Windscreen remedial work
Front Windscreen rubbers and repainting of faded frame. Thoroughly pleased with Ben Smith’s work from Crystal Clear Finishing on my 2002 T40 after the years of salt and UV taken its toll:
Mark 2 T40 cost – circa £750k depending on options chosen!
2024 T40 prices exc VAT. Twin Volvo Penta D6-340 - £524k Twin Volvo Penta D6-380 - £539k Selection of the Options list: Beach Club side balcony £16k Autopilot £4k 2nd Garmin 12” plotter £6k Fusion Plus A/V £11k Bow thruster £8k Seakeeper stabiliser £45k AirCon £28k Generator and electric hob/combi oven £21k Eberspacher heating £10k … Continue reading Mark 2 T40 cost – circa £750k depending on options chosen!