Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Winter To-Do List

Here's a list of items that we hope to accomplish over the winter (and spring, and summer...):

John's Tasks
  • replace mainsail furling line
  • new sails: genoa
  • repair leaks: cockpit locker lids, companion way, steering pedestal
  • find storage solution for sewing machine - new table top
  • buy rode for sea anchor (use existing anchor rode?)
  • find new storm anchor
  • build a drawer insert for the deep drawer of navigation station
Naomi's Tasks
  • replace lifelines
  • install new mast track for trysail
  • apply for radio station license
  • assemble a ditch bag
  • install moisture barrier (HyperVent) under v-berth
  • install liner in lower cabinets
  • create boat cards
  • sew cover for staysail
  • add blocks for headsail furling line
  • buy storm jib sheets
  • get antenna for SSB receiver and learn to use it
  • purchase sextant DONE and tables/books required to use it
  • source pilot charts and cruising guides for west coast USA, Mexico, Galapagos and South Pacific.
  • compile sewing kit and beef up first aid kit
  • visit travel clinic for appropriate vaccinations/medication
  • sew padded bag for outboard motor
LOW PRIORITY:
  • sew cover for flag staff
  • HAM license
  • develop sailing system for our dinghy
  • install wi-fi antennae
  • secure floor boards and settee locker covers
  • add home port to stern transom
  • sew cockpit cover for sun/rain protection and rain collection
COMPLETED:
  • register EPIRB with authorities DONE
  • purchase super-duper mosquito screens DONE
  • find 12v cabin fans DONE
  • purchase horizontal propane tanks DONE
  • find and install solar panel DONE
  • buy new chain to fit into windlass DONE
  • make GPS connections to VHF and computer DONE
  • troubleshoot spare alternator DONE
  • new GPS DONE
  • install water faucet for use with foot pump DONE
  • purchase epirb and life raft DONE
  • build arch for solar panel installation DONE
  • install GPS receiver DONE
  • install new battery and box DONE
  • finish refit on anchor lockers DONE
  • buy small GPS receiver for computer DONE
  • purchase sea anchor DONE
  • purchase two double blocks for windvane steering lines DONE
  • buy storm tri sail DONE
  • purchase and install Monitor windvane DONE
  • repair old depth sounder and buy replacement transducers DONE
  • new back-up depth sounder DONE
  • buy 2nd snatch block for spinnaker DONE
  • purchase diesel jugs DONE
  • replace staysail halyard DONE
  • purchase water jugs DONE
  • purchase new engine instrument panel DONE
  • purchase fuel/water separator funnel DONE
  • create foam blocks for dingy to sit on cabin top DONE
  • build MOB pole DONE
  • exchange gypsy on windlass for 3/8" chain DONE
  • install new engine instrument panel in cockpit DONE
  • replace spinnaker halyard and genoa sheets DONE
  • install flag line to spreader (this has a proper name, I'm sure!) DONE
  • follow up on MMSI application form and program new vhf radio DONE
  • repair leaks: navigation station locker DONE ,
  • repair/reconfigure cabin heater DONE
  • purchase new water faucet for use with foot pump DONE
  • install manual windlass DONE
  • rebuild engine and re-install DONE
  • inspect/clean holding tank and plumbing system for leaks (source of smell) DONE
  • convert 2-pin 12v plugs to cigarette socket type DONE
  • sort out navigation software on PC DONE
  • purchase courtesy and quarantine flags DONE
  • replace fuel filters and buy spares DONE
  • empty and clean out fuel tank DONE
  • find rebuild kit for head DONE
  • sort out navigation software on PC DONE
  • buy drifter or assymmetrical spinnaker DONE
  • repair or replace ship's clock DONE
  • repair shower sump pump DONE
  • sew D-rings onto John's inflatable vest DONE
  • install second bilge pump DONE
  • install solenoid and remote shut off for propane system in galley DONE
  • install bilge high water alarm DONE
  • install CO detector DONE
  • new 3" cowl vent for aft lazarette DONE
  • find new boarding ladder DONE
  • purchase shore power adapters (15A and 20A) DONE
  • fix outboard pull cord DONE

REMOVED FROM LIST:
  • purchase spare bulbs for all interior light fixtures We will replace with LEDs
  • find new home for battery bank to enable regular monitoring X
  • hook up salt water foot pump in galley X