14 May 2008

Bella Upgrades

It's been pretty quiet here lately so I thought I had better say something. Bella's seen a lot of fixes and work done for her lately. As well some new equipment added.

Fixes and Work:
  1. Refrigerator fixed...thanks Terry.
  2. Morelli Pack's zipper repair didn't last....zipper replaced (7/08)
  3. Floors silenced...thanks Nathan.
  4. Anchor rode verified and measured. 210 ft. Chain and 200 ft. of three strand nylon rope.
  5. Depth markers installed on entire anchor rode, 30 foot increments.
  6. New fuel filter installed.
  7. Stop gap fix of Stereo speakers...thanks Terry.
  8. Port and starboard cabin windows sealed....thanks Ryan.
  9. New cowl vents installed.
  10. New pelican hooks for life lines missing them (6/08)
  11. Repaired snap on port windshield cover (7/08)
  12. Oil and oil filter changed (7/08)
  13. Broken door latches replaced (7/08)
  14. Converted rotating reefing blocks to fixed blocks. Should fix the problem of reef lines binding (7/08)


New Equipment:
  1. Masthead Windex
  2. Magma BBQ, mount, and cover.
  3. 30A(F) to 15A(M) adapter
  4. Mooring retriever hook
  5. New low-profile vent cowls
  6. Navigation quick references (Rules, Coastwise Piloting)
  7. Riding Sail
  8. Snap fastener kit
  9. Two Sets Kayak Racks
  10. Replacement cabinet door clasps (ordered from Hunter Marine)
(1) The windex still needs to be installed and stainless steel rivets will need to be used for installation.
(2) The BBQ has a stanchion mount and can be easily stowed when not in use.
(3) For use with a generator which can be used to provide battery and inverter power when moored or on the hook.
(4) Great device that will make picking up and tying off to a mooring much easier.
(5) New low-profile vent cowls (all white version) to replace those old ugly tall ones.
(7) Helps keep boat from sailing at anchor. Keeps bow headed into the wind
(8) Used to repair snaps in the boats canvas

To Do List:
  1. Make anchor bridle
  2. Install windex
  3. Wax hull and deck
  4. Fiberglass repairs
  5. Correct chain size gypsy for windlass
  6. Snap on port side window pulled from fiberglass - needs repair

Wish List

  • Rigid Boom Vang
  • Whisker pole
  • New stereo and amplifier system
  • Replace fore head with an electric toilet