Blog Entry # 6
The work and equipment put into Never Too Late was the collaboration of my own thoughts following evaluating her under sail and the greatly appreciated input from numerous sailors.
Note: Due to budget constraints and where/when feasible, I have acquired needed materials and designed equipment to make and install – eg. zippers, canvas, wood, tiller, hatch, etc. Safety and/or compliance upgrades deemed beyond my skill set – eg. sails, electrical – being purchased and installation(s) contracted. Work arounds continue to play a significant role.
After replacing both batteries, my first priority was to have installed shore power, a new circuit box, two cabin electric outlets, automatic bilge pump and outlet.
I replaced the main and jib sheets, halyards and lazy jacks.
In the cabin, I built a shelf and purchased a Convection Oven. I selected and installed material and rods for curtains.
I will be providing additional detail on updates later including: new sails, dodger & bimini, new cabin hatch, deck safety nets, bowsprit figure, etc.
Spring projects prior to launch include:
1.I found out that the portable toilette I had purchased (and never used) does not comply with Canadian requirements. So I designed a head system for installation this Spring. I ordered the holding tank and toilette and am awaiting warmer weather.
2.In addition, I ordered a Garmin GPS 942 and transducer for Spring installation as well.
3.I purchased a tiller that will need to be installed. I don’t trust the current one and will keep it as back-up. Additionally, I have ordered a tiller clutch mechanism to hold course in relief for short periods while underway. I plan to install the clutch unto the new tiller.
4.I just completed prepping a line for my radar deflector to be attached to my main halyard when anchored overnight. And, I will be attaching port & starboard harness lines from bow to dodger.
5.Finally, as it relates to upgrading the boat, I acquired a bronze statue of Poseidon with his lance. I am having a bolt welded on and plan to install him to the bow of my boat to ensure safe passage.
Itinerary next….
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