Projects for 2017
Mast ( replace coax cable for vhf and install new vhf antenna also check lines in mast)
Check or replace mast light and install anchor light ( led versions for both)
Redo the windows ( install new smoked acrylic, new rubber gasket seal)
Replace all thru-hull valves and new hoses with double clamp stainless steel clamps- check sink drain and ice box thru-hull fitting
Sand and redo varnish on outside bright work
Sand and varnish inside cabin
Install bilge pump ( automatic bilge or manual in cockpit still deciding) maybe both
Redo the 12 volt electrical wiring and panel
Replace cabin bulbs with LED bulbs
Replace all running lights
Install 2 new batteries (12 volt or 6 volt double bank with selector switch )
Replace coaxial and electrical deck connections
Install boom vang (maybe) ?
Replace some of the lines ( main and jib )
Check toilet ( Jabsco might get the rebuild kit ) replace marine holding tank
Check VHF radio ( get backup handheld VHF radio) install external speaker ( maybe ?)
Replace safety gear ( extinguishers and flares )
Check instruments ( speed log and depth sounder and transducer replace with Autohelm ST50)
Small chart plotter or hand held GPS with Lake Ontario chart ( pick up paper charts for the area)
Check or replace mast light and install anchor light ( led versions for both)
Redo the windows ( install new smoked acrylic, new rubber gasket seal)
Replace all thru-hull valves and new hoses with double clamp stainless steel clamps- check sink drain and ice box thru-hull fitting
Sand and redo varnish on outside bright work
Sand and varnish inside cabin
Install bilge pump ( automatic bilge or manual in cockpit still deciding) maybe both
Redo the 12 volt electrical wiring and panel
Replace cabin bulbs with LED bulbs
Replace all running lights
Install 2 new batteries (12 volt or 6 volt double bank with selector switch )
Replace coaxial and electrical deck connections
Install boom vang (maybe) ?
Replace some of the lines ( main and jib )
Check toilet ( Jabsco might get the rebuild kit ) replace marine holding tank
Check VHF radio ( get backup handheld VHF radio) install external speaker ( maybe ?)
Replace safety gear ( extinguishers and flares )
Check instruments ( speed log and depth sounder and transducer replace with Autohelm ST50)
Small chart plotter or hand held GPS with Lake Ontario chart ( pick up paper charts for the area)