Blacking day 1

Started the blacking today - only problems noted were some of the anodes had sprung off at one end requiring spot welds. Stern gear and prop in excellent shape. There is some pitting on the port side - may need plating in a couple of years - this would actually improve the trim of the boat when done as it tends to list to starboard due to most of the weight on that side - kitchen and diesel tank. The only problems were the winch needing a jump start off a nearby car due to it getting fouled and a weak battery. 

Stenson lock was a pain as the lower gates will not open properly causing two long boats to get stuck!