Positive News At Last

Hooray, as of about an hour ago it's working! They spent yesterday putting everything back together which wasn't without the usual problems. Things not coming apart, and things being very stiff to put back together. Some hits with a hammer with a prayer "please don't break" seems to have done the trick. They finished up last night refilling with oil ready to test this morning. And, so far it is reported to be running well, and doing what it should, with the leg free and easy to lift and drop. So now it's a massive clean up operation, the boatyard being very dusty with the wind getting it everywhere. Pete was doubtful they would be able to get lifted back in until Monday, when they would really put the engine through it's paces and give it a good test. Then store up on Tuesday to be ready to go (fingers crossed) on Wednesday. This gives them 25 days to get across to St Vincent before we do! Thank goodness for the satphone, as at least I will have a good idea of progress, and can always try and organise accommodation for a few days when we get there if necessary.