Restoration
November 9, 2010
The mast appears to be in excellent shape. None the less, it is being checked for appropriate sizing for the loads placed on it at sea. Should all of the scantlings check out, it will be thoroughly surveyed by a professional and with an infra red camera. Should it pass the survey, all screw holes […]
November 9, 2010
It is the general consensus that the only thing worth saving on this particular rudder is the fine bronze casting for the propellor aperture. Unfortunately, the aperture would be filled in again as the prop is to go out the port side.
November 9, 2010
As can be seen in the photos, the stern post has a number of repairs that have been made to it over the last 80 years. The blue tape represents a minimalist approach to removing the propeller aperture, which cuts into the aft piece of the stern post by nearly 2/3, seriously compromising the strength […]
November 9, 2010
A final decision has been made on the stem repair. Over the years various repairs have been made, perhaps the largest and most intrusive being the big patch that was added near the top. The final choice has been to replace the stem from the plank ends forward. This will essentially make the stem […]