Removal Of Deck Hardware

Over the next few days I will be removing all of the deck hardware in order to correct the repairs made to the deck. Additionally the lines and hardware will be replaced as necessary with Harken parts. Additionally I will source a used new-style mast, boom, and sail. These items should be relatively easy to find here in scow country.

Unfortunately the last few days and today have been scattered showers and thunderstorms, which limits my progress significantly.

Upon removal of the mast step, it was noted that the screws holding the mast plate came out and revealed moisture in the core... a little bit of work that can be filled with West System. Still the hull and deck is in great shape otherwise.

The plan is to gelcoat the hull a dark blue and to paint the deck a sand (creamy brownish color) and paint the cockpit a light grey. A fair bit of work, but should turn out very nice.

A New Boat and A New Project

C Scow Restoration

On Wednesday I picked up a 1983 Melges C Scow. I had found out that the boat had been sitting in the woods for about four years and served as a YMCA Camp boat for a few years prior. As you can see she was quite dirty (even when stored under a cover), however the boat seems sound except for a couple stringers and a bulkhead. Those will be among the first few items I tackle on the boat.
The boat covered in leaves and dirt from several years of storage.
I will be updating my progress on the boat. Here she is after a quick power wash.