Pontoon Maintenance : Volunteers Needed for July/ Aug/Sept

[t0nsberg]

We have a number of jobs on the jetfloat pontoon A, B and C that need to be completed before the winter storms!
If you have a boat moored and would like to volunteer then please contact [e-mail] with your contact details; the job you feel you can assist (jobs below); and your availability. 

jobs :-

1.Check and replace/re-install where necessary vessel to pontoon mooring rings/shackles.
2. Check and replace where necessary pontoon connectors ( mushrooms).
3. Check and tighten where necessary pontoon connectors.
4. Check and make good pile cage connectors.
5. Check and repair/replace damaged sections of pontoons.
6. Co-ordination : Co-ordinate a days activity.

[pauldymond]

Hi
My husband, Paul Dymond/Ewyn Mor, has asked me to reply offering his help. He would be available most Sunday mornings and some evenings if not working late. He would rather just join a working party, not co-ordinate.

Many thanks.
Alison Dymond

[t0nsberg]

During July, August and early September a number of members have assisted with the pontoon maintenance programme - a big thank you to those involved.

A quick update :

Task 1 : Check / Repair / Replace the fixed mooring rings.

The fixed mooring rings on the Eastside of Pontoons B & C have been checked with damaged parts replaced/removed or identified as requiring further intervention.

Next Step : The next batch of parts have arrived. Improvement work will start up again on SATURDAY 19th SEPTEMBER - focusing on Pontoon A; Westside of B & C.

Please contact me on [e-mail] if you are available to assist with this work.

We will meet at the picnic tables outside changing rooms at 10am. Please bring your 19mm spanners/19mm socket/adjustable spanners & life jacket.

Pontoon Work Party Dates for the diary:

Saturday 19th September 10am
Sunday 20th September 10am
Saturday 3rd October 10am
Saturday 10th October 10am

Note : by arrangement parts can be made available for work to be carried out at other dates and times.

Task 2 : Stabilise Pontoons : Tighten / Replace / Install missing plastic side screws / washers & mushroom connectors.

Completed.

Task 3 : Replace damaged sections of pontoon (work to be carried out in calm conditions).

Completed.

Task 4 : Replace damaged or missing pontoon pile cage connectors (work to be carried out in calm conditions).

On going:

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Please send around this update to other berth holders asking them to let me know via [e-mail] of their availability for this last big push before the winter sets in.

Thank You all for your support.

Andrew Bond
[e-mail]

[luke]

I will be available to help in October on both dates and times see you there