So far we have a list.
Now we are doing the research for pricing and what else is needed for each project; starting to order a few things and starting work on a few projects. Some will be as simple as replacing old with new. Although, old may be 1980's, i.e. original, 2000- newer, but not used very much so perhaps dried and cracked due to non use as in rubber gaskets and some other parts. Luckily we have a newer engine with not too many hours on it, so in good shape as the majority of the "Great Loop" will be motored.
Dean purchased wood to make the shorter mast to carry the radar, radio antenna and fore deck lights, since we will be leaving the main and mizzen at home.
Looks like we may either use our 1980's "antique" radar and monitor or purchase a newer unit.
Because our boat is a Coaster 33 English North Seas boat circa 1982, many of the electronics and other parts are original, most in good shape, but old. It is very hard to find replacement parts for older equipment.
The toilet is a Baby Blake from England and you can only buy parts from their supplier in England or one in Florida. A complete repair kit costs as much as many newer toilets.The toilet(head) works fine, a little hard to pump due to stiff gaskets and a build up of salts.
The carpet on the floors, yes, carpet,
plywood underneath, can be replaced by newer and lighter color, ours is dark brown. The new carpet will come in 6' or 8 ' X 12ft piece. We then have to take the old out. Fortunately, it is not glued down, as there are compartments under that we need access to, to cut the new to fit. Not too bad a job.
I need to measure the porthole windows to make screens so we don't get no-see-ums and mosquitoes inside. Why weren't these windows made with screens? We also want to put a hatch in the back berth for ventilation. The existing vent there now does not facilitate much air movement so very warm and perhaps humid to sleep in.
I am looking at new foam 2-3 " thick for a cushion to put on top of what is there for more comfort. And nautical fabric, that will go with Hunter Green cushions and curtains. Any suggestions? Most of the greens are spring green or off green that does not go well with our green. Also new dishes, I had purchased some melamine dishes at a store and through research found there is dishware designed for marine craft with non slip bottoms and smaller mugs to fit in the attached racks.
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