Semi quick update, here goes nothing. Once it was warm enough to use epoxy I started fixing and fairing cuts/gouges/etc in the hull. Nothing to serious, but enough to cause a problem if left alone. I prioritized what needed to be fixed/replaced immediately vs what would be nice to have. My idea was not to spend my spring and summer doing boat projects when I could be sailing. Luckily the biggest projects were the rudder tiller assembly, motor, and a few rigging items.
The rudder was coming apart at the seams. Over the winter I left it drying and protected. I started the project sanding the seam edges and then used epoxy fairing to get a smooth edge to use fiberglass on. It went pretty smooth no real issues. I painted the rudder and began work on the tiller. The original tiller was in pieces. Looking at a price for new, I decided to give it a shot and try to restore it. Sanded, glued, reshaped, and it was going to work out nicely. While not perfect it would do for the season.
Next was the motor. I did not know if it would even run. The gas tank was full of rust. So a decision was needed. Sink money into a old motor? Buy a new motor? Or go the electric route. Since I sail on lakes here in Idaho, I'm pretty protected. I started looking at using a trolling motor and what that would cost. Cost wise would be about the same as purchasing a new 2.5hp motor. So I pulled the trigger on a 86lb thrust 24v trolling motor. Glad I did, it works great. So far I've had it out in 15kt headwind and moved the boat with ease.
I needed new halyards, mostly the jib. Currently the main is holding, it might last the season. A few t-buckles as well. Other than that I believed she was sail ready. I launched her about 2 weeks ago, I had a few friends there for help and moral support. Found one small leak that was easily fixed. I over looked rebedding the rudder gudgeons. From the looks of them it was original material. A little 4000 fixed that right up. Other than that it was successful. I took the wife and a friend out for a Mothers day sail, and everything was good.
Since I'm a newbie to sailing and boat ownership there are many lessons learned. But overall a very positive experience. I still have many projects that need to be started, but I'll work on them in time.