To Do List

[Roger Long]

I just had to cross post this reply in a thread over on Maine Sail's section which turned into a To Do list:

I applaud you that you have completed all of your projects for your upcoming cruise and you are now down to chasing a couple milliamps of current.

Yes, just a couple millamps plus:

Finish polish and re-install upper shroud chainplates.
Reinforce hull tabbing on starboard side.
Re-install hull ceiling panels removed for chainplates.
Figure out how all the teak trim strips go back on and reinstall.
Install new holding tank and build tank retainer framework.
Connect holding tank level gauge.
Connect holding tank hoses.
Install holding tank manual pump.
Finish polish and install new shroud tangs and install.
Install new batteries.
Install new battery cables.
Re-cable tie all engine room wiring
Re-install battery box cover and hold down straps.
Re-install GPS antenna
Remove galley ceiling panels to re-bed and tighten lifeline stanchion, reinstall panels.
Remove and reinstall starter after inspection and reconditioning.
Clean engine.
Install new gaskets on engine cooling system cover plates.
Replace engine zincs.
Drain engine fuel piping and install new Banjo washers.
Install new engine zincs.
Install new engine thermostat.
Install new engine exhaust hose.
Clean and re-mount alternator to correct belt alignment.
Replace RW pump impeller.
Finish wiring battery monitor.
Overhaul head.
Check engine alignment and coupling.
Adjust stuffing box.
Install engine filters and bleed fuel system.
Splice and install new lazy jacks.
Build new servo oar for wind vane (going to see if a slightly larger one improves light air function)
Re-paint green sheer stripe.
Clean and wax hull.
Install prop.
Install shaft zincs.
Re-do all bright work.
Install new lifeline lanyards
Repair fiberglass patch on rudder
Paint cabin and cockpit non non-skid surfaces.
Re-install electric autopilot
Overhaul dinghy.
Modify stock oars and install leathers.
Clean interior
Oil teak cabin sole
Move cushions and other equipment from storage to boat
Paint bottom
Sell jackstand set
Disinfect potable water system
Flush antifreeze out of FW system
Pick up sails from sailmaker
Re-rig after mast stepping

I've put my "Done" and "To-Di" lists on this page. It will be nice to see one get longer and the other shorter.

http://www.cruisingonstrider.us/2011Refit.htm

 

[DJN51]

Good Luck,Boat in water what year!!!

 

[Roger Long]

A friend just reminded me that there is another way to sail by sending me his "Done" and "To Do" lists.

Done:

Hand credit card to pretty girl behind desk.

To Do:

Buy beer.

He's a member of the Boston Harbor Sailing Center.

 

[thinwater]

I have a "not-to-do" list.

http://sail-delmarva.blogspot.com/2010/03/seven-sins-i-will-not-commit-this.html

Of course, I do work on my boat, but hate to admit it.I carry around a to-do list... hidden from sight.