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Winter Work '05-'06
For the Winter of '05/'06 Bill & Fred's has a smaller list than last year but we want to continue to upgrade the living areas and mechanical. As always it is our desire to help you create lasting memories in cruising, we are constantly looking for ways to upgrade Shibumi to go beyond your expectation.
Please send us suggestions on what would make your time with us easier, better or more enjoyable.
We are beginning to compile projects for this winter. If there are items you feel would add to the cruising enjoyment of Shibumi please email bill@mvshibumi.com.
Plumbing
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Electronics/Electrical
| Install new Magnum MS2812 Inverter/Charger with remote display in wheelhouse |
| Separate circuits for inverter (Microwave, TV/Entertainment, 2-galley outlets) |
| Reconfigure complete battery system for more efficient
usage with the Inverter 4-Battery house bank, single start battery, automatic charging relay, add fused circuit protection |
| Install Internet Antenna for use with Broadband XPress |
| Install New Uniden ES Color VHF in Wheelhouse with forward and aft hailing |
| Install New Uniden ES B/W VHF on Fly bridge |
| New media system including Samsung 23" widescreen and home theater |
| Broadband Xpress wireless antenna for high speed internet at "hotspots" |
| Add internet access points in salon and wheelhouse |
| Supply laptop computer for email |
Deck Hardware
| Rebuild hatch from California Deck to Boat Deck. |
| Build new hatch to lazarette in cockpit. |
| Build and Install engine room air intake baffle system. |
| Replace broken window in salon from last season. |
Mechanical
| Install Kabola diesel fired boiler for Cabin Heat and hot water. Each stateroom, Salon, Wheelhouse have separate thermostatic controls. Heat exchangers on mains provide heat underway and preheat of engines at rest. In all this involved over 300 hours of labor, 1200' of wire and 300' or Wirsbo pipe for the 19 outlet heat system. |
| Remove Lazarette fuel tank and add storage |
| Replace throttle and tach cables on main engines |
Exterior Finish
| Complete exterior buff and wax. |
Interior Finish
| New Plantation blinds in salon |
| New foam in wheelhouse cushions |
Accessories
| Install new Novacool drink refrigerator in salon |
| Install new Splendide efficient washer/dryer |
To see a list of last years upgrades click Winter '04'-05