Preparing for launch in Spring 2023
This will be Ceilidh's 7th season since her complete rebuild. As usual there are a number of matters to be attended to and I will list them below for a record.
1. Install a Harken cam cleat on the mast. This is not necessary but an interesting idea that I came across during the winter that may assist when choosing to raise the main at the mast as opposed to the cockpit. Probably a Harken 150 will do the job.
2. Re-route the chart plotter box power and signal lines through a separate SS pipe on the binnacle guard. This will make it easier to install radar to the chart plotter when required.
3. Varnish the toe rail and handrails.
4. Finish installation of the electronic fuel gauge. The sender is done and the signal line has been run. Need to install gauge in 2 1/8" hole and power to 12V.
5. Complete check of all thru-hulls, rigging, etc.
6. Additional coat of VC17 anti-fouling
7. Consult with Jim P. about making a change in the cradle keel board.
8. Make new binnacle and guard cover from Sunbrella.
9. Change and lengthen the MC4 cable run from the solar panels.
10. Install replacement #20 winch on mast.
11. Install additional cleats. Neef bolts
12. Install new winch on SB side
13. Check and lubricate chain and cable steering
 |
| 2022 on lift trailer before launch Note rug hanging over side to protect hull from lifting belts. |
