[C38] The big renovation

[Max Soto]

If the PO just took her out one time, structural integrity shouldn't be a concern.  Tom was very conscious about his boat. However, after been neglected for four years, I'll check for leaks everywhere and specially the chainplates. Remove all of them and inspect them. I have found cracks on every chainplate but the one for the backstay (because is the only one I haven't removed yet!) on Estancia hull #198. 

Hope this helps!

Max Soto 
+506-8312-1367
Alajuela, Costa Rica 

> On 28/12/2014, at 8:51, Greg S. Hart <ghart at follysbestrentals.com> wrote:
> 
> When we purchased our 1981 Catalina 38 Hull number 95, she had suffered 4 years of neglect. Which is especially sad because Tom had taken such good care of her. 
> 
> She is out on the dirt now and set for some major work.  I would appreciate your feedback on anything you know or have done you would recommend we do or check while she is out.  I want her right when we splash her.
> 
> As of now we have the following planned or underway:
> 
> The engine and transmission have been pulled. The engine is being rebuilt and the clutch plate replaced. The transmission checked out fine
> 
> Installing a 1,600 BTU AC with heat
> 
> Hull painted - Considering Navy Blue but worried about fading and dings being highlighted suggestion appreciated
> 
> Mast un-stepped and inspected. The only time the last owner took her out, they bumped a bridge clearing off the the top of the mast.
> 
> Replace running rigging and standing rigging as needed
> 
> Cutlass barring replaced 
> 
> Bottom painted. That is the one part that is in excellent shape, no blisters.
> 
> I appreciate the collective wisdom of this group.
> 
> Greg Hart
> S/V Folly's Best
> Charleston, SC 
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