Well, the MD-6A started and ran for almost 2 minutes today. I had to initially start it with the decompression lever lifted. But she did eventually start and ran, lots of smoke at the beginning, but water coming out the exhaust as indicated.
We have an anchor roller in the fab shop. She is 1/4 inch 304 stainless, with two bow rollers that extend past the bow about 6 inches. She will be attached via 5 points on each side (counting the two through the line guides) through the hull to deck joint. The underside will have SS backing plates. I'm not quite sure how we're going to get everything installed just yet. Faith is the operative word. On that note, I calculated the max load and tensile strength of 1/4 inch SS plate. However, my engineering skills are a little dated. So, if anyone can think of anything I might be missing, please advise. I intend to install a teak "cover" over the 6 inches that extend from the bow to make her a bit more appealing.
Installed the bridge deck today. For better or worse, she is not coming out any time soon. I added two support members. I beefed it all up because I haven't totally given up on the idea of moving the traveler to that point. However, I'm not committed to the idea yet, either.
The head (our big project for the season) is in. 16 gallons of SS beauty mounted using the KISS method above the head on the starboard side. She is a site to see.
Ground tackle replaced, as well. I went with a 22KG Delta with 100ft of 1/4 inch hi-test and 200 ft of 5/8 inch double braid. I braided the rope to the chain and all looks good so far. Can't wait to give her a shot at fame this summer.
We have the original forestay. So, I've decided to step the mast with the forestay this year and leave the furler at home. We have a full sail inventory (#1, #2, storm jib, 165%). I'll use the blocks for the furler to run a line for the jib haul down.
New lifelines are in and, despite my limited skills, actually look good. Special thanks to Peter (Sin Tacha) for the lifeline advice, and to Peter and others re: advice on the head design and installation. I couldn't have done it without all the support and ideas! FYI...the SS tank ended up costing about $800 US with fittings. It fits perfectly into the starboard space above the head (with about 1" insulation on 3 sides).
Next year we'll be putting in the dinette, glassing over the bilge drain, moving the hand bilge pump indoors, and running the lines aft. But, that is months away! For now, we'll install the bow roller when it is ready and launch in May (with a little luck).
Happy sailing to one and all!
Jack
Bella - V2620
We have an anchor roller in the fab shop. She is 1/4 inch 304 stainless, with two bow rollers that extend past the bow about 6 inches. She will be attached via 5 points on each side (counting the two through the line guides) through the hull to deck joint. The underside will have SS backing plates. I'm not quite sure how we're going to get everything installed just yet. Faith is the operative word. On that note, I calculated the max load and tensile strength of 1/4 inch SS plate. However, my engineering skills are a little dated. So, if anyone can think of anything I might be missing, please advise. I intend to install a teak "cover" over the 6 inches that extend from the bow to make her a bit more appealing.
Installed the bridge deck today. For better or worse, she is not coming out any time soon. I added two support members. I beefed it all up because I haven't totally given up on the idea of moving the traveler to that point. However, I'm not committed to the idea yet, either.
The head (our big project for the season) is in. 16 gallons of SS beauty mounted using the KISS method above the head on the starboard side. She is a site to see.
Ground tackle replaced, as well. I went with a 22KG Delta with 100ft of 1/4 inch hi-test and 200 ft of 5/8 inch double braid. I braided the rope to the chain and all looks good so far. Can't wait to give her a shot at fame this summer.
We have the original forestay. So, I've decided to step the mast with the forestay this year and leave the furler at home. We have a full sail inventory (#1, #2, storm jib, 165%). I'll use the blocks for the furler to run a line for the jib haul down.
New lifelines are in and, despite my limited skills, actually look good. Special thanks to Peter (Sin Tacha) for the lifeline advice, and to Peter and others re: advice on the head design and installation. I couldn't have done it without all the support and ideas! FYI...the SS tank ended up costing about $800 US with fittings. It fits perfectly into the starboard space above the head (with about 1" insulation on 3 sides).
Next year we'll be putting in the dinette, glassing over the bilge drain, moving the hand bilge pump indoors, and running the lines aft. But, that is months away! For now, we'll install the bow roller when it is ready and launch in May (with a little luck).
Happy sailing to one and all!
Jack
Bella - V2620
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