Wednesday, June 2, 2010

We Learn More About Hattie L

Let's see - found out we have a full symetrical spinnaker complete with turtle, sock and sheets. Now to get up the courage (and some knowledgeable crew) to fly it -and hope to get some photos with it flying.

Then there is the water tank - it leaks at the top. Will be going up during the weak to do a little caulking job around the lid. Hopefully the water system will work without having to crawl into the lazareet and pulling a suction on the outlet pipe of the pump to get it going. May need a new pump since it doesn't seem to want to self-prime.

Oil change - no where as daunting as I expected. Bought a $40 oil changer from Westmarine and it works like a dream - 2 liters of oil isn't that much after all.

We sailed three times this last weekend, all with the 110 (or is it 130) job - this weekend will give it a try with the 150 Genoa.

What do I think we need yet?
  • Wheel brake for the pedestal steering - someone removed the handle and spares are no longer available but there is a replacement available.
  • Pedestal guard - hard to find the right one to use since we don't have a Edson pedestal - but might be able to use an Edson guard.
  • Drink holders - got to find someplace to set the liquid refreshment
  • BIMINI - an absolute necessity when the sun beats down
  • Furling headsail - right after we get the bimini!
  • Some replacement plastic windows for the Gray ports (unbelievably crazed from the sun)

The list will probably never end - but I am told a boat costs less than counselling sessions!!

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