Saying goodbye to the Shroppie. Heading up North. My journey continues..

It's a really nice cruise in this one. Heading off the Shroppie and saying goodbye to this beautiful part of the network.
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[@NarrowboatWill]

www.buymeacoffee.com/Narrowboatwill ❤❤❤

[@thoughtsonnarrowboatingwit3882]

Nice One Will, hands down mate, you’re the most authentic channel portraying life aboard, no shilling, no tricks, not presenting some rosey picture, or some maligned narrative which often portrays the life inaccurately and in my view, darn right wrong. And it isn’t just boating channels, there’s a lot of other shills on here and elsewhere on social media! No, it was time for a purge. I’m only subscribed to three channels now and I think that’s more than enough! I pride authenticity as the number one quality, what do I know, like you, I am just a blue collar guy!

[@NarrowboatWill]

Thank you so much again. I'm blown away by your kindness..🫵👍👍

[@annjarvis9300]

Tc of Leon he’s a good lad another grand vlog Will w

[@NarrowboatWill]

He's a good un..I'm going to keep him..😉🤣🤣👍

[@pdxyadayada]

Bravo! You have the best Narrowboat vlogs!

[@NarrowboatWill]

Thank you so much. 👍

[@jillmckenzie6700]

Thanks so much for the Shropshire and Chester vlogs. My late partner came from there and we went there a couple of times and this kiwi girl just loved it! You went past so many places that he took me to. Thank you.

[@NarrowboatWill]

Ahhhh. That's so nice to hear. Good memories. 👍 Have a blessed weekend. 🙌

[@TheNomadicCrobot]

cant believe your nearly 90 Will, must be all that fresh air, loved this cruise the last weeks, such a lovely area, cant wait to hit it myself one day safe travels

[@NarrowboatWill]

Hello lovely people. 😍

[@akilby8022]

Another great vlog Will. Thanks 👍👍

[@NarrowboatWill]

Glad you enjoyed it. 😉

[@suzannehague5203]

I will a very good vlog again luvely scenery all.the best for now 😊

[@NarrowboatWill]

Thank you so much 😊

[@lorencolt]

I have been telling CHG and others to show more boat names, It is to see if I can see them in others videos and on different parts of the canal system. It keeps my mind active trying to remember when and where. On a side note, You remind me of many people I have worked with in the mining and construction industry with you humor and dry wit. And they too talked to themselves out loud and in others voices just for fun. You will never be alone😁

[@NarrowboatWill]

🤣🤣🤣 I won't be lonely for sure..I enjoy boat names and the stories behind them.

[@christopherbutler7588]

Hav3 a great weekend 😊

[@NarrowboatWill]

Same to you buddy. 👍👌

[@RJ-444]

"Chemistry Lock... you've failed your exams" 🤣 Well that told Chemistry Lock. The disappointment in your voice made it more brutal than a regular lock telling off... 😂 Some beautiful misty morning shots and water line ripples ("calm down, our kid!") and that white cat was either deaf or very rude... didn't seem to want to engage in your fluent cat chat. One day, Leon will understand how difficult pottering is for a 90 year old. 😂😉 Bye Shroppie, it's been fun. (I'm not even on the boat).

[@NarrowboatWill]

🤣🤣🤣 I'm glad you can see the humour in these vlogs. I constantly laugh out loud at what I've said while filming. Most of it, I don't remember.

[@markmeadows9838]

Great vlog again Will 👍🏻 keep up the good work 🎧👊🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@NarrowboatWill]

Thank you so much Mark. 🫵 👊

[@douglasappleby9007]

Just watched the boat names sequence. I loved it. You have heart and soul Will you really have.

[@NarrowboatWill]

Ahhhh, that's nice. Thank you.

[@henrybromberg7752]

I'm trying to teach myself Keyboard, I normally play Saxophone so just to learn another instrument. I love the Sticky Tags on the Keys. I wished I'd seen this before I'd spent 22 squid on those Proper note ones. I like yours much better, it's not that I'm going gigging with my keyboard anyway. Thanks Will another Inspirational Idea from the Boss NarrowBoatWill.

[@NarrowboatWill]

🤣🤣 I need those sticky tags. I'm having issues with my software glitching out. It's a complex thing, making music.

[@Boating_David]

Bloody hate them double locks😂

[@NarrowboatWill]

They're a right pain David..🤣🤣

[@RobertSmith-zv1xo]

So ungratefull those children, they don't know how hard us old people work 😂😂😂 Made me chuckle that bit. Leon is hard working and always great to see him joining you. Good to see your Katie's (speĺled ok?) young family on board aswell. See you Shroppie!

[@NarrowboatWill]

Yes, spelt right Robert. Thanks. I bet Leon's grateful having me onboard doing all the hard work. 🤣🤣

[@thomascoyne157]

A nice little run for you 👍👍👍👍👍

[@NarrowboatWill]

Yes it was Thomas. Cheers.

[@MelG-ut3hs]

Thanks for the great video and laughs.

[@NarrowboatWill]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks

[@KLRULZ]

Hi Bill, another superb vlog 👏 Thank-you for all you do for us, you always have us smiling and laughing. Good to see Leon getting golf ready in the last vlog 😂 Hope you are both keeping well ❤

[@NarrowboatWill]

He was getting measured for some new clubs. It's great he's into a healthier lifestyle. He's spent alot of years working abroad and drinking heavy. Golf used to be an old man's sport but I'm seeing the course full of young people. It's great to see Kirsty. Have a wonderful weekend you two. ❤️❤️

[@KLRULZ]

@NarrowboatWill That's great he is following in your footsteps by being more healthier and also hitting the golf course everytime it's possible. I have to say at work we get a lot of young people asking for golfing equipment. It never stays on the shop floor for long when we do have it. My skill of golfing is currently at mini golf 😂 Have a lovely weekend ❤️

[@andyb1237]

Thanks for the laughs Will. I nearly sank my boat going up one of those Chester locks when the bow got caught on the gate. Really scary. And Beeston Iron Lock is tricky on your own so a good job you had Leon with you.

[@NarrowboatWill]

Yeah! These locks going up are really tricky for lone boaters..I'm glad Leon could take time out from relaxing at work to help me with some real work..🤣🤣🤣

[@nicholassimpson5646]

Great vlog mate there is a very easy way off checking your gearbox oil blue toilet kitchen role place it on paper give a very good reading hope that helps did you get new trim for Mr van keep up great vlogs mate

[@NarrowboatWill]

That's a great idea. I got a new trum but now I need to get the right paint. Always something. 😒

[@brightstar586]

Great to see Leon back, you two make a great team 😀 Wish they did rechargeable hand warmers when I was afloat, what a great gift! Hoping it will warm up soon for you Will, it's even cold down here on the South Devon coast, easterly gales, roaring sea, freezing 🥶

[@NarrowboatWill]

It's freezing winds up north today. It was horrible cruising. In by the fire now. 🔥 Lovely and warm..🤣🤣

[@SS-sr2ur]

Hi Will Good to see Tillerman so energised , could that be a sign of Spring in your part of the world ? Just starting to get cooler here in the southern hemisphere . Only 30 degrees C today . Best regards Gary

[@NarrowboatWill]

Omg. 30? That would be a sweltering day here. 🤣🤣 You poor guys over there struggling with the heat. I wouldn't like it. Spring is in the air here, so I'll take some of your heat.

[@lorithorpe3502]

great seeing the mists in a morning , loved all the boats names ,the one that i saw once ,which made me chuckle was , KIDS INHERITANCE 😅 love that name lol . do they still use red diesel on the boats down there ? .

[@NarrowboatWill]

I love the boat names and all the stories behind them Lori.. we still use red diesel.

[@mandycoleman1394]

Bye bye shroppie . Been nice 😊

[@NarrowboatWill]

You've been good to me. I 🤣🤣

[@dennisskelly3399]

Crackalakin mate loved Chester might take look on my motorbike in the summer

[@NarrowboatWill]

Can't beat a bike ride to Chester.

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

Good video cracking it on the cut living the dream thanks four good vid

[@NarrowboatWill]

Ahhhh cheers Lee.

[@wayneharris7534]

Hi folks I'm glad to see you are both safe and well. You have never disappointed with your videos. Which is why people like myself watch them. They are always interesting and informative..as for the noise when engaging gear .. could it be a worn input bearing..??? Anyway will keep safe and well mate 👍👍👍.

[@NarrowboatWill]

Hello Wayne. When I had the gearbox off, I couldn't feel any play. It probably is due for a new clutch to be fair. 👍👍

[@wayneharris7534]

@@NarrowboatWill hello will I have been racking my brain for a possible reason for your gearbox problem.. From the sound it makes my own conclusion was a bearing problem .. but as you have said that you need to change the clutch .it makes sense.. Wich is going to be a right pain in the backside..to do.. you and I know that it's not the easiest of jobs on a narrow boat..??? Anyway will I only wish that I was in a position to do the job for you unfortunately my health issues . would prevent this.from happening.. I see that you have a vast knowledge about the working parts of engine's which is a bonus for you.. Like yourself I have always done the repairs to my narrow boat engine .. and many other boaters engine's and gear boxes.. Maybe it would be worth taking a look at the selector fork next time you remove your gearbox..??? As they have a tendency to chip or bend Anyway will keep smiling mate .. its a definite filthy thumbs up from me.👍👍👍

[@NarrowboatWill]

That selector fork wearing makes sense. It's been ok lately. I hope it's just a one off..🤞

[@wayneharris7534]

@@NarrowboatWill It was just that I have come across worn selector fork problems so many times will . That made me think that you could have a problem with it.. A tell tale sing is a slight change when you engage forward and reverse gears..it will make it a little harder to select the gears you want.. It is normally accompanied by rattling sound and and a vibration from the gear box. As it tries to find the gear selected.. Anyway will this may help you diagnose the problem .. mate..

[@Kat69nh]

Hi Will and Leon. GG says woof. Will finish up in the morning. Almost midnight here

[@NarrowboatWill]

Ahhhhh. Nite nite..gg

[@danielgoulding4623]

Dear Will, I've been a subscriber since seeing you on CHG's channel. I've been a fan of ambient music for many years. You've made me curious as to how you picked it up . How'd you learn to do it ? Any real training? I like the mood it adds to your videos . Cheers

[@NarrowboatWill]

No training. I just wing it. I just make music I like first. I'm always playing about with sounds. I really enjoy it. Thanks for the question. 👍

[@danielgoulding4623]

I've looked up your keyboard on Amazon. Would you still pick the same one . What else do you need ?

[@NarrowboatWill]

That keyboard comes with ableton live and 6000 sounds. Amazing value.