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Ambler 1928

1928 RNLI lifeboat “Thomas Markby”, converted to a sailing yacht & travelling around the world.

26/02/2026

The restoration of Ambler continues in Rio Dulce. 🌱
With a new white-metal bearing freshly cast, the propeller shaft is inspected, rectified, and carefully matched to its renewed housing. Precision machining and patient installation are bringing the whole system back into alignment. ⚙️
Day by day, we are getting closer to splash day. 💦
If you’d like to support the project, visit the link in our bio. With every donation, you’ll receive a copy of the Ambler 1928 book — telling her story from lifeboat service to world voyage, and now her journey back to England. 📕

01/02/2026

Episode Two of Ambler’s restoration.
After discovering wear in the propeller shaft bearing, we begin the process of casting a new white-metal lining. The old material is melted out, the bronze shells prepared, and fresh babbitt poured using simple tools and a custom mold.

This design reflects an earlier approach to engineering: strong, durable, and made to be renewed rather than replaced. With basic techniques, traditional materials, and a willingness to work a little differently, these systems can still be restored today — especially when the boat is as special as Ambler, a 1928 RNLI lifeboat.

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08/01/2026

📕 The book is now being distributed!

✨ We continue the teaser carousel series — from open horizons to one of the most demanding passages on Earth.

Through the 1980s, Stan and Cora sailed south along the Atlantic coast of South America using only a sextant, paper charts, and patience. No GPS, no electronics — just daily sights, handwritten notes, and trust in the boat. Weeks turned into months as Ambler carried them through remote anchorages, long passages, and the slow approach to Cape Horn.

In 1987, they finally rounded the Cape — officially leaving the Atlantic behind and entering the Pacific Ocean.

More chapters from the voyage are coming soon. Follow us to continue discovering Ambler’s history.

This chapter features illustrations by Venezuelan artist — visit his page to explore more of his incredible work.

📕 Book availability
Donations for the book directly support the restoration, helping put Ambler back in the water and sail her home to England for her 100-year anniversary.
Copies are currently available in Europe, Guatemala, and the US, with Caribbean distribution coming soon.
Order your copy via ambler1928.org (link in bio).

Thank you for being part of this journey.🌱

Dirección

Guatemala City
18002

Página web

http://www.ambler1928.org/

Notificaciones

Sé el primero en enterarse y déjanos enviarle un correo electrónico cuando Ambler 1928 publique noticias y promociones. Su dirección de correo electrónico no se utilizará para ningún otro fin, y puede darse de baja en cualquier momento.