Almost Ready

[LeslieTroyer]

getting ready for Catalina Rondivious at Roche Harbor later this week. Finally got the davits and motor lift installed yesterday and today. Thank God for impact drivers. With no one holding bolts on the outside the will get things tightened up great. Looking forward to meeting some of you there for first time.

Les

(Yes I know it is messy. Bringing Rib to the marina Wednesday )

 

[jssailem]

Way to go Les. Your recovery looks great. Went on fairly easily? How about a picture from of the bases.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

I'll try and get pics when I bring the rib to Everett. Doing the davits I was still inside the boat. I did have to stand on ladder to install the swing-away don't like having phone that exposed to my clumsiness. Or you can take pics from your inflateable at Roche

Les

 

[Stu Jackson]

Just had to replace the mere 30 year old key switch on my cockpit panel today to get the engine started.

Things are working, see ya Thursday. Since you are now so "well endowed," I can leave my dinghy on my foredeck.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

Sadly the wife is demurring on the decorated tender event. Maybe next year after she assesses the competition
Les

 

[jssailem]

She is a wise woman... Maybe next year a "Loveboat Cruise theme"? maybe I should stop right there...

 

[jssailem]

Did the davits come with the block and tackle?

 

[jssailem]

My excitement meter is rising as the event gets closer.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

Did the davits come with the block and tackle?

They are optional, as is the line. I purchased from alternate source.

I'm sewing up a bridal (sp???)
Www.martekdavits.com

 

[justsomeguy]

bridal (sp???)

"Bridle". Unless you're getting married, which I'd recommend against.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

I think my bride of 33 years would take exception (and a good chunk of cash) if I did.

Thanks
Les

 

[justsomeguy]

If it's the money that gives you pause...
That was a bit of advice given to me by Dr. Jack Kevorkian. In my case as yours, it was too late.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

Put the Rib on the davits last night. The swing-away motor lift worked perfect!!! The davits need a bit more reach as the outboard prop and propane racks interfere. Looks like the rib will be on foredeck this trip. Anyone have a good fabricator to weld 8" extensions on ???