Here's my updated project list and for those of you interested, and some information on how I completed some of them.
· New sole in main cabin – pre-move
For this project, I used 1/2" pressure treated plywood, pressure treated 2x2's and deck screws. I kept this pretty simple because in the end, we are simple folks. I wanted to carpet the flooring for the safety and mobility of the kids and dogs and didn't want to spend a fortune on something that wouldn't be seen. I tore up most the flooring in the main cabin, v-berth and aft cabin. I measured and cut the plywood. While the Admiral was sanding and staining that, I measured and cut 2x2s to be added for additional support where needed. After everything was dry, I secured it all with the deck screws. Once the new flooring was down, the carpet fairy dropped off some new-to-us carpet (free!) to use while finishing the work on the boat. I didn't want to purchase new carpet just to ruin it with paint, and other spills. I cut and stapled down the new-to-us carpet to keep it from sliding around.
The quoted price for teak flooring - $5,000
My project total = $159.00 With extra wood for additional projects.
Project complete.
For this project, I used 1/2" pressure treated plywood, pressure treated 2x2's and deck screws. I kept this pretty simple because in the end, we are simple folks. I wanted to carpet the flooring for the safety and mobility of the kids and dogs and didn't want to spend a fortune on something that wouldn't be seen. I tore up most the flooring in the main cabin, v-berth and aft cabin. I measured and cut the plywood. While the Admiral was sanding and staining that, I measured and cut 2x2s to be added for additional support where needed. After everything was dry, I secured it all with the deck screws. Once the new flooring was down, the carpet fairy dropped off some new-to-us carpet (free!) to use while finishing the work on the boat. I didn't want to purchase new carpet just to ruin it with paint, and other spills. I cut and stapled down the new-to-us carpet to keep it from sliding around.
The quoted price for teak flooring - $5,000
My project total = $159.00 With extra wood for additional projects.
Project complete.
· New mattress cushions – pre move
For our mattresses, I needed cushions for our cabin and one of the forward berths. Before I could put in new beds, I needed to reinforce the bunks. The extra wood from the flooring project came in handy here. I also painted the entire aft cabin and the v-berth before I put the mattresses in. The Admiral found an excellent website that took great care of us at http://www.thefoamfactory.com and provided not only the best prices, but free shipping and quality cut-to-order foam. I opted for 4"firm foam with 2" memory foam on top. Talk about luxury! Best sleep I've had in years. Maybe the bundle I saved helped. An electric carving knife worked extremely well in trimming edges and beveling the foam to make a perfect fit.
The quoted price for a smaller mattress for just the aft cabin - $700 (Total est $1,000)
My project total for ALL bunks finished = $338
Project complete.
For our mattresses, I needed cushions for our cabin and one of the forward berths. Before I could put in new beds, I needed to reinforce the bunks. The extra wood from the flooring project came in handy here. I also painted the entire aft cabin and the v-berth before I put the mattresses in. The Admiral found an excellent website that took great care of us at http://www.thefoamfactory.com and provided not only the best prices, but free shipping and quality cut-to-order foam. I opted for 4"firm foam with 2" memory foam on top. Talk about luxury! Best sleep I've had in years. Maybe the bundle I saved helped. An electric carving knife worked extremely well in trimming edges and beveling the foam to make a perfect fit.
The quoted price for a smaller mattress for just the aft cabin - $700 (Total est $1,000)
My project total for ALL bunks finished = $338
Project complete.
· Paint interior – pre move
I talked previously about the style of paint I like inside my boat in Naked or covered? I like white walls with teak trim. I didn't need a lot of paint, even with a much larger boat, the wall space is only about the size of two average "Dirt House" rooms. It didn't take as much as I thought, nor as long as I thought. This was a fairly easy and straightforward project. I went with Kilz general use white paint. I added 2 caps full of bleach to each gallon. This was a tip I learned from an experienced boater friend, and keeps the mold growth down. I'll keep an eye on it and let you know how it holds up.
For the sides of the walls that have raw fiberglass, I went with a heavy vinyl wall covering. Scored big at the construction thrift store and landed a roll of 500 sq ft for $5.00. This covered the walls in the v-berth, forward head and reading nook. I still have about 80 sq ft remaining.
Price = $29 for 2 gallons of paint and vinyl
Project complete.
I talked previously about the style of paint I like inside my boat in Naked or covered? I like white walls with teak trim. I didn't need a lot of paint, even with a much larger boat, the wall space is only about the size of two average "Dirt House" rooms. It didn't take as much as I thought, nor as long as I thought. This was a fairly easy and straightforward project. I went with Kilz general use white paint. I added 2 caps full of bleach to each gallon. This was a tip I learned from an experienced boater friend, and keeps the mold growth down. I'll keep an eye on it and let you know how it holds up.
For the sides of the walls that have raw fiberglass, I went with a heavy vinyl wall covering. Scored big at the construction thrift store and landed a roll of 500 sq ft for $5.00. This covered the walls in the v-berth, forward head and reading nook. I still have about 80 sq ft remaining.
Price = $29 for 2 gallons of paint and vinyl
Project complete.
· Reinforce bunks – pre move
For this I used extra plywood and 2x2s. Now my kids and guests can dance on the bunks and not fall through. And all for my favorite cost.
Price = $0
Project complete.
For this I used extra plywood and 2x2s. Now my kids and guests can dance on the bunks and not fall through. And all for my favorite cost.
Price = $0
Project complete.
· Refit galley
I have done some work on the galley already but I would not call this project anywhere near complete. I eventually want to replace the counter tops and sink but for now it's working. I did have to update some of the plumbing since a couple of the fittings had lost their desire to hold water. I cleared a couple clogged hoses and presto - running water. There was a large cooler with cold plates installed already in the galley, however, the cold plates no longer worked. It was going to cost me more to have them fixed than to buy a new one so I made the decision to pull the cooler and cold plates out. It took two saw blades on my reciprocal saw and 4 hours but I won the battle. Once the cooler and all the insulation was out, I gained 20 square feet of additional storage. I have a propane powered fridge that will take it's place. So as of now, project is 45% done with the Admiral having use of a fully functioning galley.
Project price to date = $6 (cost of fittings and new blades)
I have done some work on the galley already but I would not call this project anywhere near complete. I eventually want to replace the counter tops and sink but for now it's working. I did have to update some of the plumbing since a couple of the fittings had lost their desire to hold water. I cleared a couple clogged hoses and presto - running water. There was a large cooler with cold plates installed already in the galley, however, the cold plates no longer worked. It was going to cost me more to have them fixed than to buy a new one so I made the decision to pull the cooler and cold plates out. It took two saw blades on my reciprocal saw and 4 hours but I won the battle. Once the cooler and all the insulation was out, I gained 20 square feet of additional storage. I have a propane powered fridge that will take it's place. So as of now, project is 45% done with the Admiral having use of a fully functioning galley.
Project price to date = $6 (cost of fittings and new blades)
· Rebuild forward head
This will end up being half head/half closet. The closet part is almost done. Installed new rod and vinyl on walls. I still need to install additional shelves and the head. I already have the head and a rebuild kit that I got from my neighbor who replaces rather than repairs. I will use extra plywood, painted or stained, also free. I am hoping to have this finished in the next 2 weeks. Hoses and fittings are leftovers from previous projects as well.
Project price to date = $0
This will end up being half head/half closet. The closet part is almost done. Installed new rod and vinyl on walls. I still need to install additional shelves and the head. I already have the head and a rebuild kit that I got from my neighbor who replaces rather than repairs. I will use extra plywood, painted or stained, also free. I am hoping to have this finished in the next 2 weeks. Hoses and fittings are leftovers from previous projects as well.
Project price to date = $0
· Replace some rigging, patch sails and covers
Haven't started yet. I'm saving the exterior items for last. Although I did get the sails up and with the help of good friend Captain Scott of Red Letters, I got some rigging tightened and the roller furling in better shape.
Project price to date = $0
Haven't started yet. I'm saving the exterior items for last. Although I did get the sails up and with the help of good friend Captain Scott of Red Letters, I got some rigging tightened and the roller furling in better shape.
Project price to date = $0
· Paint exterior
· Clean bottom and replace zincs
· Fix fresh water plumbing
Part of the cost for this is listed above under galley. The fittings were needed for this project along with a new faucet for the aft head.
My project total = $10 (cost of new faucet)
Project complete.
Part of the cost for this is listed above under galley. The fittings were needed for this project along with a new faucet for the aft head.
My project total = $10 (cost of new faucet)
Project complete.
· Rewire lighting
I consider this project done but it does have additional work needed. I wired up the navigation lighting, fixed a light in the aft cabin, added two fans (one in aft cabin, one in main salon), wired the nav station electronics, wired in new depth finder and added several LED lights through out. What is left is the mast lighting and I would like to add a main salon light that is LED 12 volt.
My project total = $0 (That's right, zero! Everything I needed I already had or Capt Angus provided with the boat). *Capt Angus, for those who may not know, is the wonderful previous owner of our boat. He has really done well by her in the 20 plus years he owned her. *
I consider this project done but it does have additional work needed. I wired up the navigation lighting, fixed a light in the aft cabin, added two fans (one in aft cabin, one in main salon), wired the nav station electronics, wired in new depth finder and added several LED lights through out. What is left is the mast lighting and I would like to add a main salon light that is LED 12 volt.
My project total = $0 (That's right, zero! Everything I needed I already had or Capt Angus provided with the boat). *Capt Angus, for those who may not know, is the wonderful previous owner of our boat. He has really done well by her in the 20 plus years he owned her. *
· Add solar power
I had solar power on The Dreamer but I plan to sell it with her. I will need considerable more wattage for No Más and will take that project on later. In the interim, I have a portable generator and the alternator on our engine.
I had solar power on The Dreamer but I plan to sell it with her. I will need considerable more wattage for No Más and will take that project on later. In the interim, I have a portable generator and the alternator on our engine.
· Fix water maker
· Fix hydraulic steering
This I have priced and I am just waiting for it to come to the top of my list.
Projected total = $40 for rebuild kit.
This I have priced and I am just waiting for it to come to the top of my list.
· Install windlass
That was the previous project list. Additional projects fixed but not on that list:
- Amperage project. Installed 8D battery and 2000 watt inverter. ($0 - came off The Dreamer)
- New hatch for fore hatch. Used extra plywood and 2x4s. Glassed over and painted. ($10 for fiberglass resin.)
Wow!! You've been busy. It will be ALL worth it when you complete your list. But we all know work is NEVER done on a sailboat. There is always something to do.
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Whew scary seeing it on paper! But hey this is our life! Keep up the good work it will be bitter sweet to see you go missing you #1 but then knowing we are shortly behind you! Cruising here we come!
ReplyDeleteIf ya need help with any projects when we come down ive still gotta pretty strong back and willingness to do anything crazy and fun! hahah
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