Sean ended with " Of course the paddlewheel effect is much less potent in a diesel boat than in a steamer. "
However it can be very evident on shallow draught diesels (like Jannock). Our stern always heads in a starboard direction whenever you apply reverse. This can make reversing interesting, if not embarrassing, but I am getting used to it now after only 6 years, just think how good I'll be in another 6. (keep quiet at the back, you Skiptonite!) Graham www.jannock.org.uk
