The port side deck is recored and glassed just in time for the cold weather. Here's a picture of it glued and ground. It was too dark for pictures last night when we finished glassing, but I'll post one at some point.
I'm done opening up the decks until next year. In the meantime, I have plenty of other projects to do if any more nice days happen to fall on weekends when I don't have family obligations or leaves to rake.
Last edited by mbd; 10-08-2006 at 05:38 PM.
Mike
Totoro (Sea Sprite 23 #626)
Great Befor and Afters!
You can really see from the darker areas how they relate to the stanchion bases. The darker areas must be the oldest rot radiating out from the fastenings in the bases from fresh water invasion. Good forensics. Good job! You make it look like a piece of cake.
End of season
Doesn't look like much to show for an entire season out of the water...
Last edited by mbd; 10-07-2006 at 12:03 PM.
Mike
Totoro (Sea Sprite 23 #626)
I feel your pain, brother.
There is alot more to it than meets the eye. Anyone that has done it knows for certain. I guess you just try not to let it go on for too many seasons.
Sometimes it's hard to discern if it's a blessing or a curse to have your boat at home where you can take your time...and one project runs into another. The rent is just so darn reasonable!
She'll be better than ever when you're done so keep that thought in mind when you get to beat'n yourself up.
I keep thinking of stuff like this....(thanks Nathan)
Thanks, Tony. That is one great picture from Dasein and crew. A little bittersweet though - he's dippin' his rails in the same bay I was/would/will be...
Ps. BTW, how's 113 coming along and where are your latest photos, Mister?
Last edited by mbd; 10-10-2006 at 09:26 AM.
Mike
Totoro (Sea Sprite 23 #626)
Well, Spring is here - believe it or not. The state of things with A414: I've mulled it over all winter long, and this was the question that really sealed the deal. How would I like to spend my time this Summer - doing this or doing this?
One summer languishing in the side yard is enough. In short, I've contracted Tim Lackey to finish up the recore. In one month's time, the boat will be headed up to his shop and his capable hands. Approximately a month after that, Ariel 414 will hit the water again with new decks and a new name. I psyched.
Simply put, I'm too slow and life is too short.
PS. Incidentally, the decks seen on that boat sailing in the picture above are also a beneficiary of Mr. Lackey's expertise, as well as some long hours put in by the owner, Nathan Sanborn.
Last edited by mbd; 03-25-2007 at 12:55 PM.
Mike
Totoro (Sea Sprite 23 #626)
hope the snow melts soon up there. with a short trip to Mr. Tim's, you'll probably still beat Periwinkle to the water. there are lot of boats between her and the travel-lift...
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