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winter work '04-'05
Here is a list of projects completed during the 2004-2005 winter:
Plumbing
 | Replaced all four heads with Tecma units. This ultra quiet freshwater system is the state of the art. With push button flush there is no need to "learn" how to use a marine head! |
| Capped extra thru-hull fittings in sea chest and hull (from previous sea water heads). |
| Replaced Macerator pump with T12 diaphragm pump and added timer in circuit. |
| Replaced all black water hoses with white PVC "no smell" hoses. |
| Replaced all freshwater hoses from water tanks to pump, hot water and relocated strainer for easier access. |
| Installed air bleeder in domestic water system. |
| Replaced all fuel tank site tubes. |
| Main fuel tanks drained, manways opened and tanks scrubbed |
| Re-plumbed supply oil reservoir and replaced all hoses. |
| Installed Delta shower head/hose in each shower. |
Electronics
| Replaced the Echotec chart plotter with an integrated computer including 17" flat screen monitor and Nobeltec 7.0 Software. Computer is powered by a dedicated inverter. |
| Added small screen Garmin color GPS/Charter on Fly Bridge including charts Puget Sound to Port Hardy. |
| Replaced existing Benmar 2000 autopilot with ComNav 1101 autopilot including rate stabilizing compass, and remote location on Bridge and Wheelhouse bench seat. |
| Install new intercom system. (VIP, Master, Wheelhouse, Bridge, Engine Room, Cockpit, Galley) |
| All new Sound system. Panasonic CD, Amp, Speakers on Bridge, Salon, California Deck and Wheelhouse. |
| Installed new hour meters on both engines and both generators. |
Deck Hardware
| Removed, inspected and remarked primary anchor chain. (White @25', Blue @50', Red @100') |
| Maintained primary windlass (Plath #4) including new brake and tension spring allowing easier deployment. |
| Rebuilt teak swim platform and finished with oil |
Mechanical
| Rebuilt LPG stove including new burner dispersion covers, knobs and oven thermostat. |
| Installed new galley exhaust fan. |
| Installed new engine room exhaust fans. |
| Service engines and generators. |
| Built tool box cabinet in engine room. |
| Serviced Stabilizers. |
| Rebuilt engine room floor to provide easier access to batteries. |
| Serviced Hynautic shifters. |
Exterior Finish
| Refinished railings on California deck, covered walkways, Portuguese bridge and bow down to bare wood with eight coats of Epifanes. |
| Two coats bottom paint. |
| Complete exterior buff and wax. |
Interior Finish
| Refinished Wheelhouse sole. |
| New cushions and upholstery for salon couch. |
| New window draperies in salon and staterooms. |
| Upgrade Salon furnishings |
| Added historical perspective in wheelhouse. |
Accessories
| New bimini top, Black Sunbrella. |
| Provided stainless steel crab pot. |
| Provided two fishing rods and reels. |
| Provided the "Daves" memorial toaster. |
| Spliced all new braid on braid dock lines. |
| 6 new black G6 Fenders. |