the list for SWEET PEA, M17 #375 - #1 create closed bulkhead between the stern cockpit 'wet' locker and the inside of cabin. there is that big 2' x 3" gap that runs along the aft end of the locker at the transom. i've started this project. now waiting for warmer weather (for epoxy work) and complete the next two projects first. #2 re-bed motor mount (rust showing behind bracket). #3 install transom boarding ladder. #4 re-bed bow pulpit (showing signs of rust behind one of the deck mounts). #5 install bow bi-color light. #6 repair shorting masthead light wiring (think the problem is the 'pig tail' at the bottom of the run so _hoping_ an easy fix). #7 create and install shelf for iPod speaker/amp unit. shelf will be just below cabin top attached to compression post. #8 hard-wire the speaker/amp unit to 12V system (i bought a unit that will run directly on 12V so just need to run some wire and make the connection). #9 take main to sail loft and see if the sail can be 'taken in' and repaired as i can't afford a new main at this time. #10 service outboard (engine and lower end oil). #11 re-bed the forward hatch latch attachment (leaking). #12 figure out why the bulkhead compass is leaking and fix. #13 run 12V to bulkhead compass so the light works. #14 design modifications to galley so the space is more accessible and useful - looking into installing a shelf inside the unit, adding a door, adding a drawer. #15 replace one bent t-bolt (baby stay port side) #16 replace one bent toggle (stay starboard side) #17 remove rigging tape for all turnbuckles and give everything a few turns to make sure nothing seizes. #18 replace winddex (broken). #19 put proper whipping' on line, sheet and halyard ends. #20 replace centerboard pendent (requires removal of stop pin. i'm going to 'convert' to a stainless bolt so i no longer have to grind and pound out and then re-bed the stop-pin. #21 inspect centerboard for rust and 'touch up' as necessary. already this fall - repainted and refinished hatch-boards (some rot so i did an epoxy fix and then four coats of varnish). eight coats of seafin (oil) on exterior teak one coat of varnish on motor mount (the wood plate that the motor attaches too). wash boat wax hull and topsides touch-up paint and rust prevention to trailer replace trailer tongue jack the above is 'just the start' i'm sure .... dave scobie M17 #375 - SWEET PEA visit SWEET PEA's www-site: http://www.m17-375.webs.com --- On Fri, 11/5/10, Bill Wickett <billwick@gmail.com> wrote I know, some of you get to sail most of the year round. Lucky you. We have a tiller pilot we want to install. Look for a whisker pole at the boat shows. Add some interior shelf/racks on the inside of the main cabin bulkhead for charts and stuff. Refinish the hatch boards and other teak I might take off. Order boat name graphics to put on in the spring. How about you? Bill M17 Makin' Time