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by edcruwys
Sun Sep 07, 2008 1:57 pm
Forum: Boats and bits for sale
Topic: Fairey Albacore - AL1897
Replies: 1
Views: 1379

Re: Fairey Albacore - AL1897

AL1897 Annabel now has a new home and restoration has started
by edcruwys
Wed Aug 27, 2008 4:56 pm
Forum: Boats and bits for sale
Topic: Fairey Albacore - AL1897
Replies: 1
Views: 1379

Fairey Albacore - AL1897

A chap called Terry Morgan is giving this boat away to anyone who wants it. It's not in the best condition and is currently under a tarp. From what I could see, the hull looked sound but the topsides all need remaking. There is a mast and boom but no sails or trailer. The boat is lying near Honiton,...
by edcruwys
Tue Feb 28, 2006 9:27 am
Forum: Boats and bits wanted
Topic: albacore foils
Replies: 7
Views: 4101

I have managed to source a Milanes centreboard only used 4 times for £300...I reckon thats pretty good 8) and have spoken to Phil Milanes today who will make me a new rudder blade to match BTW, the RYA measurements link didnt work...it may be that the site works with session cookies that time out. ...
by edcruwys
Sun Feb 26, 2006 11:33 pm
Forum: Boats and bits wanted
Topic: albacore foils
Replies: 7
Views: 4101

I have a 1978 built wooden Alb and would appreciate some pointers at UK sources of quality foils. I looked at Phils Foils in Canada but by the time I get stung by HM Customs I dont think it's going to be practical to go that route.