Monthly Archives: December 2013

Mast Step and Forward Bulkhead

The mast step was sealed in polyester and glass matting, and while looked OK it had a hollow sound when tapped. I opted to replace  the mast step too. As the forward bulkhead was bonded to the mast step this … Continue reading

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Cockpit Sole and Floor Boards

The original sole was marine ply sitting on what I think was Douglas floor boards. Both were showing plenty of signs of decay. As I had committed to replacing the keel band the floors need to be removed to assist … Continue reading

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