Narrowboat Building and Live Aboard Questions & Answers - Ep. 27

[@johnpotter9046]

“30 to 40 thousand Rimmers out there” I actually spit my drink all over the dog she was like WTF, my brother thought I was having a heart attack. Love the outtakes Shaun can’t help himself laughing, brilliant.

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@greyraven2636]

I'm not surprised that you have had offers to go on TV, Your vlogs reveal you both have talent for this sort of production. I wish you both every success in your venture, oh and Dillon too.

[@FoxesAfloat]

We have had offers 😉

[@squarewheelsorguk]

We’re now binge-watching these from the start, having been sent over fairly recently by a chatty taxi-driver the other week! Loving the dynamic between you both, the intelligence of the delivery and production; and we’re crying with laughter along with you in the blooper reels. Thank you so much!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey, Richard! 👋 Well, how random being recommended by a taxi-driver 😂 Love it! Glad you're enjoying the vlogs. Have you got up to the Carly Heyre incident yet? 😂

[@squarewheelsorguk]

@@FoxesAfloat Taxi-driver said he watched your channel and Cruising the Cut (which we already watched) so we trusted his judgement and came for a look... We've only got this far (27) as yet but looking forward to the whole story unfolding. Thank you!

[@squarewheelsorguk]

Foxes Afloat The Carly Heyre incident? We have now!! 😹😭

[@rob1971]

Those outtakes 🤣🤣🤣 Shaun "You can usually get your tongue around it." 😆

[@FoxesAfloat]

I try

[@rubbershorts999]

Shaun chews corn for gummy parrots. That gas made my night, I just can’t stop laughing. 🤣😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂

[@mistywolf312]

I am using my tablet in the bath having a silver foxes marathon starting from number 1 because I found a couple of the later ones and I really enjoyed them. You guys are wonderful, never stop being you!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you so much Misty. You’ve got some binge watching to do there ❤️

[@megankazukibuttons9334]

Same thing happened to me during this pandemic of a freakin' year. Now I'm hooked, but trying to pace myself so I don't get caught up too quickly.

[@PeterSmith-dx4dn]

Very funny outtakes, love it.. wifey is crying tears 🤣🤣🤣

[@andrewmaycock8847]

These are just fantastic.......... and that’s before the outtakes I don’t think I’ve laughed so much for years 🤣 I wonder if I’m the only one that had to pretend that I didn’t know why 40,000 rimmers was so funny 🤣😀

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂😂😂

[@anneholloway5896]

It doesn’t matter how bad my day has been you both make me laugh so much your both part of my day & couldn’t do without you both thank you for making my day xXx 🥰

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, thanks, Anne! x

[@pammyb1972]

Omg you two absolutely crack me up!!!! How anyone can EVER give you a thumbs down I will never know 😂😂😂👍👍👍

[@FoxesAfloat]

Ah, some people just don't like us and that's totally cool 👍🏻

[@pammyb1972]

Foxes Afloat I’m glad it doesn’t get you guys down, and a thumbs down actually registers as interest even if it is negative lol!! So every thumbs down helps the stats I guess 🤣🤣🤣 I love you guys! Such a tonic in these weird times, much needed laughs, thank you 😊

[@theresereis5141]

O.M.G the out takes on this one is the best anniversary gift anyone could of given us. You guys had me & my hubby in tears laughing so hard. Its 45 years of marriage today May 1 2021. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 but with covid still hanging around we really didn't do much today. One day soon maybe. Stay safe Ya'll

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, happy anniversary guys!

[@craigworsley-grace422]

I wondered how you said Rimmer without laughing, thank goodness for the out takes! Shaun - if the Daleks didn’t fit on the boat, the boat isn’t big enough. 🤣😂 My husband and I are loving watching your journey from back then to now. You two are so good together. Xoxo

[@FoxesAfloat]

Haha! That was the funniest thing we even did 😂 Thank you so much for joining us. Means the world 💜👍🏻

[@charlottefaubion9998]

Ohh Shaun, love your giggles in the outtakes

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you x

[@JoeSmith-tv1wz]

Stumbled into your video’s near the end of your boating journey and enjoyed watching them so much I started back at the start and am going to watch it all the way threw. I can only imagine how amazing it was traveling the canals on SF. You two are absolutely amazing and a joy to watch…..please keep rolling out the great videos and all the best to the both of you.

[@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain]

Brilliant Q and A and loved the out takes.

[@ruthmichigander]

Oh my the bloopers!🤣🤣🤣was waiting for Shaun to spray coffee/tea everywhere when he took a swig!😂😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂

[@sandrapemberton7639]

It is just beautiful we have just watched it and we love it xxxx

[@FoxesAfloat]

💜👍🏻

[@pootle2768]

I am properly crying with laughter. I think they might be the best outtakes ever. You two should be on the telly. Hysterical! After a crappy week that was just what I needed. Thank you x

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey Mandy. Sorry you’ve had a crappy week. Glad we could make you smile 😉

[@davehollingworth5537]

Top notch Q&A. This format really works ..... great questions from viewers and excellent, informative answers from you both. The dynamic between the pair of you is wonderful. And the bloopers (oh, sorry: ‘outtakes’ now?) suggest you genuinely have a lot of fun creating these vlogs, which is a joy to behold, Rimmers and all. As ever, I thank you.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Haha! Jake Rimmer is still a viewer too. You're catching up quickly. Not long till launch!

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

Don't we all wish when someone said " don't get stressed" you didnt....love you both and your journey.

[@FoxesAfloat]

hehe, yes! x

[@davidbennett906]

Well done lads on a great series of how "Silver Fox" was born, which has been fascinating and informative (and much fun!). And well done to Shaun for giving up driving his buses, as I know what a wrench that must have been for him (haha!).. I know that because I've been there and done it although I'm happily retired now. Keep up the great work!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Yeah, David, he reminds me every day how much he misses it 😂

[@patriciap5840]

hahaha!! Didn't want it to end! My lungs got such a good workout with all that laughing i just did...cheers to two adorable gents xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Adorable...?!?! OMG 😮 Ha ha 😂 Glad you (and your lungs) enjoyed it 👍🏻

[@joebalamory1571]

I soooooo want "You can't say that" as a ringtone!

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂😂😂

[@kyliefan7]

Great questions.... brilliant responses. I like the blue hoodie. I’m going to order one (matches my eyes)....and Colin, love your moves at the end of the “Out takes”.... you got rhythm!

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂😂😂

[@andreabalderstone4272]

I’m new to your channel and am just catching up on 4 years worth of vlogs 😳😁 You had me in tears with your outtakes 🤣 I really needed that thank you 🥰

[@FoxesAfloat]

Welcome!!

[@PoppysMum2]

Can’t stop giggling at you two - totally hilarious.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you, Catherine. Glad you enjoyed it 😂

[@lesleycouch6557]

You guys are great! Interesting questions answered and the best out-takes ever. Hilarious!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you, Lesley xxx

[@nickhelm2420]

So funny guys just when I got over shaun falling over on the tow path in the gimball video I you do it again in the out takes in this episode

[@FoxesAfloat]

Let me guess, Carly Heyre? 😂😂😂

[@louispeel9919]

I love the Out Takes so much. My min d wandered off to Red Dwarf!

[@andykayll1414]

Great Q.A Guys. can't wait for your next Vlog.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks, Andy!

[@annie2950]

Thanks guys great vlog really enjoying your journey. Looking forward to seeing the finished Boat.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks, Annie! xx

[@cherylclark7144]

Shaun has The most infectious laugh 😃

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@graceygrumble]

I'm pleased you're finding the whole process relatively stress free, chaps. I'm planning on buying a narrowboat in 2 years 6 months and 14 days - but, who's counting? And the one thing I've realised that I would miss, is a bath. Seriously, I was googling 'inflatable baths' and thinking about filling it whilst near to a waterpoint and buying a plug-in water pump etc. There are times I just need a soak. Go to 'Google translate', it gives you an audio pronunciation of Pontcysyllte. You two crack me up! I was wiping my eyes, just as Shaun did so, in the vid. All the best. x

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey Gracey! So what’s the special date you’re counting down to? Jeeez! You really are going to miss a bath aren’t you! Ha ha! 😂💦 Thanks for the nice feedback (again). Glad you’re enjoying our vlogs. xxxx

[@graceygrumble]

That's when I'm 55 and retiring. The thing is, I'm the baby girl in my family and everyone else is enjoying retirement. I'm not wishing my life away, really. It's just a joke. But, yes, I really will miss a bath, especially in winter. x

[@FoxesAfloat]

graceygrumble I hope it all goes well and they find a way to include a big hot bath on your boat. Mmmm... bubbles! 😂

[@davidsmith340]

Thanks both, really enjoying your journey. Something we would love to do. Just need the courage to take the plunge. The outtakes were hilarious, keep up the Fantastic vlogs

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you, David! Go for it 👍🏻

[@jameshambrick7918]

Ah aha ha love the outtakes ☮️&❤️

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@suejones9035]

😅😂🤣🤪 bloopers have me in hysterics 🤣😂🤣😅

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂

[@jjjjrussruss7632]

Shauns face 😂😂😂 that man has me in stitches

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂😂😂

[@navmantogo]

Never seen on a narrow boat but so enjoying your videos. But just thought you would like to know that before the pandemic hit us my wife and I went on a 4 day trip to Prague and we were in a restaurant that delivered your drinks by trains that run round all the tables. I am sure you will find videos of it on utube. Keep up the good work.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aww, wow. Sounds ace!

[@thenarrowboatgirl]

Hi great video I bet you can’t wait to get on the boat. Emma ❤️X

[@FoxesAfloat]

It's getting closer! By a strange coincidence, I was just reading about you in Canal Boat magazine! Great article.

[@thenarrowboatgirl]

Oh wow thanks we’re did you see it ?❤️❤️

[@thenarrowboatgirl]

Did you see it online?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Narrowboat Girl Saw it in the actual magazine. It arrived this morning

[@thenarrowboatgirl]

Thanks we didn’t know when it was coming out ❤️

[@MrSheckstr]

Interesting that these videos are popping up on my feed again right now, considering your live announcement today…. :)

[@FoxesAfloat]

Interesting!

[@sylviapage8572]

Great video as always. I think the marina that has a bath block as well as a shower block would do great business but my husband said everyone would be in for hours causing a queue! Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Not sure I could do a public bathroom unless it was spotlessly clean. Perhaps I’ll have to make stops near every spa that has a jacuzzi 😂💦

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Shaun's face...... and Daleks - hilarious xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Floating Our Boat I do that face a lot 🤣 (Shaun x)

[@joannawatt8548]

Great idea with the bed, I have to have bricks under my bed at the head end, not sure how much it helps though.

[@FoxesAfloat]

It must help a little x

[@ournarrowboatquest4894]

Hilarious, another great vlog Guys. Love your easy style. Xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! xxxxx

[@AntonyShannon]

Great FAQ's Colin & Shaun. Love the image at 16:30 also almost choked on my biscuit. just love you guys😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘And I know what was in your minds at 18:38

[@FoxesAfloat]

You have biscuits? Not fair!

[@AntonyShannon]

yout ell me where and Ill send you some digestives; or perhaps some custard creams

[@FoxesAfloat]

Antony Shannon Mmmmmmm... Custard Creams 😋

[@davidkisner8332]

love the Humor.

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@kaygibson8942]

Ooh Gas Street basin has changed a lot since I was there 😂. It was a bit different in the 70s.

[@FoxesAfloat]

That was almost 50 years ago! 🤣

[@oldgrunger5]

Great video guys !😎😎

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! x

[@grahamdormer2583]

Great Vlog and bloopers as ever guys and I'm STILL waiting for an exchange date on my house sale - have seen so many boats I liked sell while it drags on, but it WILL happen😀😀 Love to you both and Dillon xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey Graham! Thanks for commenting. Sorry to hear the house sale is dragging on. I believe that everything happens for a reason so be patient and look forward to that day you move aboard 👍🏻💦

[@tonydreeve]

A couple of things. Being a truck driver myself work does go quiet after Christmas. And how about a wedge for the bed rather than turning it around? Enjoying the videos.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey Tony 👋🏻 Luckily, Shaun’s already in with a local transport firm, although I wouldn’t fancy driving a truck in the middle of winter! Give me a warm boat any day 😂 By turning the bed around we can put a 32” TV at the stern side and enjoy reflux free king-size pull-out comfort 👍🏻 Cheers for commenting! I hope you have enough work over Christmas! 🎄

[@Rel1369]

I might be 10mths late to this YT party, better late than never. I've just recently subbed and thought I'd catch up on the vlogs from the start. While I love the outtakes, this one almost killed me, I had trouble breathing and nearly peed myself......keep up the good work!!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Haha! We haven't laughed that much in ages 😂 Oh, and WELCOME! x

[@matthewgriffiths8423]

Cruised the Llangollen a couple of times. Including the Pontydoodah Aquaduct. Cut my teeth on that. Lovely place

[@FoxesAfloat]

Yeah, we're waiting till next year to do that.

[@tonyhicks2612]

Hi guys have you thought about electric under floor heating in the bathroom for use in the winter whilst on hookup I fitted it to Lydia May and it’s fab

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hi Tony. We’ll be continuously cruising, so no hook-up for us

[@tonyhicks2612]

I am a continuous cruiser but find it handy when I stop on a mooring in winter in a marina and sometimes get hookup on CRT mooring ie top of Llangollen

[@FoxesAfloat]

@@tonyhicks2612 It's a great idea but a bit late for our fit-out now. I bet the Llangollen is fantastic in the snowy winters!

[@TheChrysler56]

Hahaha......brilliant out-takes. Laugh a second with you two. So Shaun’s a bus driver stroke lorry driver? Hopefully not literally....lol....see, this life you’re both going to have with Silver Fox surely beats full time on the road driving lorries and buses. I too am a lorry driver, been on fuel tankers 37 years this year and fed up to the back teeth of tarmac pounding the M62. I’m trying my hardest to get “She Who Cracks The Whip” Lynne to come to her narrowboat senses and sell up our bricks and mortar to retire on a narrowboat. Unfortunately we’ve bought a brand new twin axle caravan a couple of years ago and she loves it, I’m not that keen as I’m still pounding the tarmac when I’m on holiday. We hired a narrowboat twice and cruised the Llangollen from Ellesmere in Shropshire 10 years ago. You’re on your own when pronouncing Pontcy-syll-te Aqueduct though. I know for a fact you’ll both love that canal. ❤️

[@FoxesAfloat]

Ha ha... Cheers, Gary. The out takes get funnier as the vlogs go on. Wait till you watch the 'Vloggin' vlog (ep 39). xxx

[@TheChrysler56]

Foxes Afloat....I’m getting there. Am so engrossed with the engine Vlog. What a great presentation. 👍

[@anthonybelcher8569]

Hi guys,I would like to know,when the both of you set out on your mammoth canal adventures,were you both self taught in Manoeuvring a narrowboat,or did you have intense boating lessons,prior to picking up silver fox,,I love watching the awesome in depth Videos that are uploaded,totally absorbing,so inspiring,

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey Anthony 👋 We have about 15 years experience with narrowboats so we were pretty much as experienced as we needed to be, although we still learn new things all the time.

[@bgrigg07]

Regarding the train set. I used to know a guy who was mad about trains. His holidays were spent traveling to railroads and his house was full of model railways, as Colin pointed out. it eventually drove his wife crazy and she told him either the trains go or she goes. So after she left, he put down another 150' of track!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hahahaha! Love it! 😂

[@SchererProductionServices]

i agree...I miss my train set having to move into an apartment!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Glad I’m not the only one Daniel xx

[@larrybarwick3355]

Due a few circumstances not under my control I haven’t been able to work on my model railroad. Instead I belong to a model railroad club and I’m able to enjoy the company of other modellers. Something that You might want to consider doing over the winter months when you are cruising. Love your vlogs. You guys help put a smile in my day. Best wishes, Larry

[@larrybarwick3355]

That previous post should read “over the winter months when you are not cruising “.

[@jayoneill1533]

You guys are so much fun, although it was a bit frightening how much Colin has thought out his model train set installation.

[@FoxesAfloat]

I have three plans! 😂 Ha ha! Thanks for watching and commenting, Jay 👍🏻

[@davidblower2953]

Just got to the end of the vlog and the outtakes came on, now I know why you only get chance to do one video a week 😂 at least you can have a laugh

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣

[@TouchdownHouse]

The pronunciation you are all struggling with is: "That ak - wah - duct in Wales". On another note - can you go through the internet set up you plan to use? The antenna, router and provider that you will use. We are leisure boaters at the moment, due to circumstances we can't live aboard .. yet! But as we both work online the problem we have when do get away is getting a reliable cost effective internet. The videos are fantastic. Keep up the good work.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Ha ha! Thanks Mike. Yeah, we’ll do a vlog all about our Internet 👍🏻

[@lloydbaker7104]

The Narrowboat Experience did a Vlog on the Aquaduct, in one of the Vlogs was a sign that actually showed how to say it.

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I used to be a fabric painter,..painting a picture on a bong..( or is it bung)..that would be interesting.XOXOX

[@FoxesAfloat]

It would! x

[@andyhill242]

An here was me thinking one of you was strapped to the top of the shell during the move :-D I can easily get stressed too, my chronic anxiety, sometimes, in my opinion, shows some ASD traits too.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Aw, I would have LOVED to be strapped to the roof 😂

[@torenicolaifjelldal]

Awesome you have a bow thruster, but I’m a little confused about the struggle with turning around the boat when you’ve got one, but on the other hand I’ve hardly ever handed a boat. I do suggest the foldable bathtubs, yes it will take a lot of water, but when in a marina (and the day before) it should be ok? I want one myself here at home, they seem quite well made actually, judging by the pictures.

[@FoxesAfloat]

That's the problem. Narrowboat water tanks are generally about 300/600 litres and hot water tanks are only about 50/100 litres, so it's hard to keep and heat enough water for a decent bath.

[@GSKnight-errant]

I know this is a bit of a personal question, but you did say ask 😁, how much did the narrowboat cost in total, gives me an idea of what i'm looking at for a boat of your spec, (which I must say is just to my taste , awesome)

[@FoxesAfloat]

A boat exactly like NB Silver Fox will currently cost about £135k.

[@GSKnight-errant]

@@FoxesAfloat thank you for the information

[@TazTaurus]

Shaun’s face about the trains 😂 also I live for ur outtakes 😂😂😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! x

[@tangowhisky14]

Really enjoying all your vlogs, keep up the good work. With regards to your new boat, as with a new house you get ten years warranty, what’s the warranty with your boat?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thanks Jim. Boat warranties vary on the different items in them. Most are 12 months.

[@marknblastderbyshireminer7000]

Love your vlog guys, especially as it helps me understand how mine and your boat is constructed. Have you considered 3 lithium batteries instead of 6 x 165 vetus? I know they are more expensive but if you need that much power may work out cheaper in long run. Kind regards Mark and Zac xx

[@FoxesAfloat]

Mark White That’s a question you need to ask Kev 👍🏻

[@ant_m]

Easy way to say it.. "pont key suckly" it comes close. I have a Welsh husband and we are also looking forward to going over on our boat rather than waling it again.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Great? Although it’s been fun hearing Shaun’s attempts! 😂 Have fun sailing over it. My hands are sweating just thinking about it 😬 xx

[@phildean4375]

I guess you may have already answered this in an earlier vid, but, why did you choose to have your hull built by Aintree and fit out at Bickerstaff? Why not build and fit at same place? And I’ve not considered the bed angle issue. Will certainly pay attention to that when we have our boat built

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hi Phil. We looked at most of the shell builders and fit-out builders over the spring and summer. After seeing them all we chose Bickerstaffe to do the fit-out. Luckily, they had an Aintree shell on order and they were one of the shell builders we’d visited and were impressed with. If you check out our first Q&A vlog from a few weeks ago we explain in more in detail. Have you chosen a boat builder yet? Thanks for commenting:) Colin

[@nicholassimpson5004]

you two are so funny i love watching your blogs do you think your water tank is going to be bigger at 90 gallons as most off the other blog boat people have 150/200 gallons and how much does your deisel tank hold keep up the great blogs

[@FoxesAfloat]

Our diesel tank holds 100 litres. Most of the other vloggers are incorrect about the size of their water tanks 😉

[@TheLittleAliceCullen]

My partner is similar with the train idea. He wants the same sort of thing. But a fish tank with real fish in it going round like the track

[@FoxesAfloat]

OMG! Legend!

[@redsky8509]

you should do the train.

[@FoxesAfloat]

It has to happen ;-)

[@airwave34]

@@FoxesAfloat Shaun "I'll put a bung in your tunnel!"

[@Neenips1]

We are off to Llangollen on 26th July - first time ever on a narrow boat - any must not miss on the Llangollen Canal?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Not sure, we haven't been there yet. Have a fab time! x

[@Neenips1]

@@FoxesAfloat I thought in this video you said it was your favourite canal 😂 ok I will let you know what it’s like - we are going over the pontcysyllte aqueduct first few days 😬

[@markrant1460]

Hey guys, just love what you are doing, very inspirational. What do you do when you require a physical address for things like mail or renewing your drivers license? Is there anything that you would change on Silver Fox if you were to do this life for a third time? Do you have a plan for when the day comes and you aren't able to carry on with this lifestyle?

[@FoxesAfloat]

All answered in the coming vlogs :)

[@brandonbrazelton194]

Actually collin about the train set if its a quality model train set u can just get a smaller scale train cause in my case in the U.S.A i currently have an ho scale (oo scale in the uk i believe) layout but with were im gonna be moving i have to get a smaller scale which would be an n scale out here. Just a little info that might help cause i know how much i like my trains and i dont think i could go without them its just so relaxing to play with them.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey, Brandon. Yeah, not even enough room for a decent N Scale set 😕

[@waza987]

I want to see the train set built around the boat. Maybe the daleks can ride around on the trains.

[@FoxesAfloat]

I also want to build a train set around the boat but Shaun has said no. Boooooo! 👎

[@waza987]

My wife would say the same, but you have one advantage. As Shaun likes daleks I think you should make the daleks not ride the train but be the train. I can envisage little groups of daleks driving round the boat on little tracks yelling “Exterminate!” - well ok the vocalisations are probably a bad idea that will get annoying quick, but someone has to do it if not you, even if it is not on a boat.

[@Suho1004]

I feel like no Foxes Afloat video is complete without a scandalized "You can't say that!" from Shaun.

[@FoxesAfloat]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@WeaverBird64]

Well I'm crying with laughter at this one, thank you. I can't help wondering though, why you didn't get a hip bath put on the boat as its the one thing you are both going to miss. It's something that I'll be hoping to get, with a shower over.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hey hey 👋🏻 Glad you enjoyed it! It’s either a full size bath or nothing for me. I suppose I’ll get used to a shower 🚿 ☹️ Ha ha! Thanks for your lovely comment 👍🏻

[@RustyManisduckman]

Collin check out jono from journeys with Jono. He did a very in depth vlog about the batteries and electrics. Also Dan Brown from sort of interesting is trying to figure a way to run a train on his roof. Plus he's building a n- gauge table top train. And Shaun you have to bring at least one darlak onto the boat. Plus don't forget the sonic. Also loved the ideas Collin had about how somethings should fit. And lastly, being from the states not sure what Shaun's bungs are. The word had a different meaning here. Lol

[@FoxesAfloat]

Rusty Manis duckman1064 I’m a fully qualified electrician so electrics are my forte 👍🏻

[@RustyManisduckman]

@@FoxesAfloat by no means did i mean any disrespect. Will be looking for the next vlog. From what i could see silver fox is looking good

[@FoxesAfloat]

Rusty Manis duckman1064 He he... Never thought you did Rusty 😉

[@colinracheljustpootling7468]

Still a pair of plums which keep me laughing.

[@FoxesAfloat]

There’s something about plums I like. Can’t think why 🤔 😂😂😂

[@richardhunter7363]

Vast underestimate of the number of rimmers about in the UK!!LOL

[@live2skide1]

Z scale trains, plenty of room!!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

I'd need magnifying glasses 😂

[@JohnRodriguesPhotographer]

I have what kind engine and specs for it. Too speed? Do you have an APU? Besides solar I mean?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Sorry, I don't understand?

[@johntaylor1759]

I'm tickled pink !

[@FoxesAfloat]

Ha ha! Great stuff. Thanks John 😂👍🏻

[@011shelie]

I'll run you a nice bath loves. Shaun STOP banging the table....... 😂😂😂😂😂

[@FoxesAfloat]

Ha ha! There's no telling him! xx

[@SCYorks]

Just wondering why you didn't fit a water maker??

[@FoxesAfloat]

They're not reliable, break easily, and aren't worth the money. Two years on we made the right decision 👍🏻

[@philking1805]

What’s your new canal boat going to look like

[@FoxesAfloat]

Oooooooh spoilers 🤣

[@The1blackpool]

Little ‘n’ gauge will take up so little room 🚝🚝

[@FoxesAfloat]

Noooooo...! I’d need my reading glasses to play with it 😂 00 Gauge minimum 🚂

[@tommo45dt]

Do you burn red diesel or white on Silver fox? D Tomlinson?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Red diesel until the law changes in a few months 👍🏻

[@karenkeenan9735]

Choo choo!

[@FoxesAfloat]

Yay! 🚂

[@karenkeenan9735]

@@FoxesAfloat Hubby and I were discussing moving on to a boat and the inevitable came up...'there will be nowhere for my vinyl'. Told him we would surely at least manage a decent cd collection on board. Then he started totally taking the p by asking about his screws and old plugs and stuff (crap) out of the shed AAAAAAAHHHHHH!!!

[@FoxesAfloat]

OMG! Sounds like hard work 🤭

[@nickyb1822]

Omg not the trains How could you not take them with you

[@FoxesAfloat]

😢

[@ianwhitehouse8058]

What would you say it costs you weekly monthly running costs including food etc etc

[@FoxesAfloat]

We're still working that out as an average :) x

[@gwrider4329]

Great vlog, lmao

[@FoxesAfloat]

Thank you! 👍🏻

[@Offutticus]

What's the canal you'll be on? "The one we can't pronounce. You know, the one with that high aqueduct that no one can pronounce. Yeah, that one."

[@FoxesAfloat]

😂😂😂

[@paulshrew]

are you able to claim VAT back on your boat?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hi Gwen. Narrowboats with engines/propulsion aren't exempt from VAT, so it has to be paid as part of the purchase price. x

[@paulshrew]

Foxes Afloat that’s a shame, what if your boat builder gave you a vat receipt for the boat build without an engine? And a separate one for installing the engine as an after thought?

[@FoxesAfloat]

Nah, that's very naughty. We'd rather do it all above board, legal, and not have the worry of being chased down by HMRC :)

[@stalbirdjessiah6457]

Hello, Gentleman.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Hi 👋👋👋👋👋👋

[@bigted1955]

You guys are funny

[@FoxesAfloat]

Awww, thanks, Gareth! 👍🏻

[@lakecavanaugh]

What boat are you on for this video?

[@FoxesAfloat]

I'm not sure. It was either Goldilocks, Little Miss Sunshine, or The Last Derbyshire Miner.

[@johnhockenhull2819]

I was always told it’s pronounced Pon-Tee-Cill-Tee. I’ve been over it a few times, but only once when I was drunk.

[@FoxesAfloat]

Eek!