Re: Dutton Stop Lock - broken paddle

On Sat, 29 Oct 2005 19:01:03 GMT, David Long <David@xxxxxxxx> wrote:

>In message <ufu6m1dhegmss8bgb1naqqfv0d7349lhqh@xxxxxxx>, Tim Leech
><duttondock@xxxxxxxxxx> writes
>>The top paddle on the stop lock is broken, and the lock will require
>>draining to sort it out properly.
>>
>>The lock is being manned by BW staff during 'working hours' over the
>>weekend, and the current plan is to do the repairs on Monday.
>>No official word yet, but I should think the lock will be closed for
>>most of the day.
>>
>'Ave you got a pump, boy?
>
>Pic of said lock in use last weekend on fubc.

One pic has come through for me, it's Dutton but not the lock. Are
their others?

Cheers
Tim

Dutton Dry-Dock
Traditional & Modern canal craft repairs
Vintage diesel engine service
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