Restoration of a flying fifteen

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alan williams
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Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Hi Guys
The flying fifteen needs a total rebuild as regards decks and tanks. I have a potential restorer/boat builder lined up. Can any one suggest other boat builders in the SW area to capable of taking on the job ( this winter),. I haven't the time or skills to produce a Rolls Royce job which is what I'm looking for.
Cheers Al
roger
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Tim Coombes is your man if you can wait long enough for delivery. It will be a fantastic job and well worth the wait.

I cant wait to see her on the water in 2020 :shock: :D :D
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alan williams
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Hi Roger
I can't find any contact details for Tim.
Cheers Al
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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They have posted a mobile number on the Hornet forum and he is a aware you might call him.
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alan williams
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Hi Roger
Thanks for the info on Tim. Unfortunately he can't do the job as his sheds too small to get an FF in. Still looking for other restorers but Kevin Gosling looks to be the main contender at present.
Cheers Alan
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Kevin Driver, The Boatyard at Beer, Higher Meadows, Beer, Devon EX12 3HB. Phone : 01297 23434. Kevin may well be worth a bell had beautifully turned out Salcombe Yaul at Dinghy Show. Has built some very nice Merlins amongst other dinghies.

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alan williams
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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Hi
Thanks for the suggestions. I've gone to Kevin Gosling, Tim Coombes recommended him highly.
Regards Al
Now a trip up to the Welsh Harp Boat Centre to bring down a nice new shiny road trailer.
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Re: Restoration of a flying fifteen

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FF now at Kevin Gosling. Delivery date spring 2017.
Cheers Al
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