All, work is picking back up on restoration work on my new to me '78 M-23. It was a bit cold here yesterday but I spent the day working on my boat. Of course a day working on my boat is always better than a day working on work! Please see the updates as I pry off the gummy winches and make the last preparation before center board install at https://picasaweb.google.com/110938325409185510143/M23?authkey=Gv1sRgCJqUgPz... Not seen here is the center board winch refurb including new center board halyard and special order D shackle (no snag from Suncor) but I will try and get some more snap shots. I still have along list before she hits the water. I am adding coats of varnish to the rudder, need to have someone that knows rigging inspect the mast at Annapolis Rigging and I have a replacement for the motor mount to install. Oh and I almost forgot the six coats of barrier coat and some anti fouling. I also need to remove and caulk all the deck hardware as the season goes on and seal or replace the port lights. I did find the holding tank, marine battery and through hull connection to empty the tank? (Didn't think they allowed dumping like that, I am sure they do not in the Chesapeake Bay). I was contemplating replacing the through hull but it looks like there is a valve on the through hull. I am guessing that I could put off replacing this for a season but I am not sure. Does anyone know how one determines whether replacement is warranted? Thanks, Robbin M-23 #72 "The Other Woman", M-10 Tonka