Boat Works in Trinidad II

So, we've run out of our 2nd visa extension here in Trinidad. 255 days have come and gone, and we still have a long list of boat projects and repairs to do before we can launch, albeit shorter than when we first arrived in September last year.

Our engine, which was one of the main items on our to do list, unfortunately could not be completed in time! Just as we were close to putting the engine back together, we discovered the crankshaft pulley was not seated straight on the crankshaft. Of course, we accidentally discovered this only after a week of troubleshooting why the pulleys for the alternator belt didn't align. Well, looks like a replacement crankshaft pulley is on the shopping list.

We'll be flying out to Miami tomorrow for a visa run. Looking forward to the 6 day break! {very excited} Even though I know we'll be running around looking for boat parts, it'll be a nice change of scenery. There's a limit to how long one can live in a boatyard without a break no matter how "lovely" the boatyard may be.

Hopefully the new pulley will resolve our issue, and we can finally get the engine installed upon our return.. And sail again?

Here's a quick update on what we've been up to since our 'Boat Works in Trinidad' post.

Jobs completed:

Painted markers on anchor chain
Applied linseed oil on anchor chain

Replaced all clam shells under the boat

Replaced bolts at the base of the jib stay and back stay

Installed anchor windlass in anchor locker
Replaced engine for dive compressor (Bauer)
Painted our engine (Yanmar)

Installed new engine mounts (Polyflex)
Installed new insulation in engine compartment
Serviced steering wheel chain
Re-sealed windows in saloon on starboard side
Re-sealed chain plate on starboard side
Replaced bungee cords on shade cloth
Added a spin-out in the head

Jobs In Progress/Not Started:

Re-assemble dive compressor
Re-assemble main engine
Re-bed remaining deck fittings
Install backing plates for all deck fittings (cleats, winches, clutches, etc)
Paint the galley, head, port side forward cabin
Repair crack in starboard forward cabin bulkhead
Service outboard engine (Yamaha)
Re-seal front windows in saloon
Re-seal chain plate on port side

Replaced all clam shells under the boat

Installed new insulation in engine compartment

Installed anchor windlass in anchor locker

Serviced Steering Wheel Chain

Painted markers on anchor chain at every 5m

Applied Boiled Linseed Oil on Anchor Chain

Re-sealed windows in saloon on starboard side

That's all for now! Miami here we come!