Introduction
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This version: Jun 24, 2009
Thruster
Choose motors. ThrusterDesign
Meet with Rick, motors in hand, to get started ThrusterDesign
Companionway Door
Order catch Companionway Doorshopping
Channel or custom part for latch Companionway DoorLab
Meet Michael to pick up door when ready Companionway Doormeetings
Console Enclosure
pick up ply and laminate Console Enclosureshopping
Initial frame fabrication now ready to proceed Console EnclosureLab
Choose swing-arm assembly and enclosure for LCD monitor... no longer in the main console Console Enclosureshopping
Work light needed at console Console Enclosureshopping
DC Panel
Choose replacement batteries for tired 2001 AGM bank DC PanelOnline
Replace evil Xantrex Prosine 2.0 ASAP DC PanelHardware
Reverse-engineer existing power system and find the "edges" DC PanelHardware
Deck Box
Since NW wooden boat school flaked, find new builder Deck BoxCarpentry
Dinghy
Design hinge assy with boarding ladder for stern dink docking (loose) DinghyAboard
Grind off-center sloppy weld on forward rowing bracket to enhance stowage DinghyHardware
Fresh stabilized gas and small tank fixturing DinghyLab
Dingy Fixturing
Hanging blocks on arch Dingy FixturingDinghy
Stand-ups on outboard/anchor mounting boards Dingy FixturingDinghy
Horn cleats on rail forward of stand-ups Dingy FixturingDinghy
Longer lines, take to winches on cabintop Dingy FixturingDinghy
Inside Helm
Remove old Robertson to clear space for new plotter; temp cover with 1/4 ply Inside HelmHardware
Move hydraulic joystick up to wood frame Inside HelmCarpentry
Pedestal
Design folding instrument enclosure to flip over compass PedestalDesign
Retrofit single-lever engine control without changing pedestal? PedestalDesign
Spinlock ATCU/1: http://www.sailjazz.com/editorial/read/8 and http://www.spinlock.co.uk
Acquire Teleflex B700, CH2100P or CH2600P to interface with ATCU PedestalDesign
note that http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=86333F is stand-alone; ATCU is just the winch socket
Paint, Rust, Leaks
Assemble paint-repair kit - angle grinder, dremel, scraper, chip brushes, wire brushes, sandpaper, glove, primer from boatyard, filler, etc. Paint, Rust, LeaksLab
Fix rust at stern Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Fix rust at forward port PH window Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Fix rust all around anchor area Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Replace washers on windlass with stainless Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Upgrade patch on area damaged at Cap Sante Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Seal around central dorades - leak at cabin roof Paint, Rust, LeaksCarpentry
Small leak at mast Paint, Rust, LeaksCarpentry
Leak in shower compartment Paint, Rust, LeaksCarpentry
Paint trim ring at deck iron Paint, Rust, LeaksDirty work
Rigging
Flip furler cars for better pin access RiggingAboard
Double anchor bridle Riggingshopping
Assemble anchor-riding sail kit from Sailrite RiggingSewing
Connect with Charlie to get wind vane installed RiggingAboard
Clean and lube all winches RiggingAboard
Solar array
Do initial drawing, with three 360-watt arrays (2 arch and 1 dodger), antenna rails, and wind gen mount Solar arrayDesign
Determine if dodger array in different shading environment calls for second MX60 Solar arrayAboard
Decide re use and packaging of Ultralites Solar arrayDesign
Waterworks
Mount city-water inlet to old waterheater vent lid, gasket with sheet rubber WaterworksLab
Acquire final parts (minor fittings) Waterworksshopping
Mount watermaker, waterfixer, flow sensor, prefilter, and other large items directly to wall WaterworksLab
Mount TDS meter WaterworksLab
Test version-2 method of valve-sensor mounting WaterworksLab
Add Gems flow sensor with Arduino WaterworksLab
Assemble valve network with glue and teflon tape WaterworksLab
Fabricate wood mounting fixtures for valvage WaterworksLab
Locate electrical panel (power to both units, status LEDs) WaterworksLab
Field Radio Pack
Package the FT-817 QRP, NUE-PSK, mic, solar, batt, etc in black Pelican case Field Radio PackLab
Fine-tune Buddipole and package Field Radio PackLab
Find stowage for field radio system, with trickle-charging for long-term Field Radio PackHardware
Find alternative to ridiculous Shakespeare board from Inspired Energy - 95 WH Li-Ion pack Field Radio Packshopping
Individual radios
Order Smiley 5/8 whip for Icom M72 Individual radiosOnline
Mount charging bases for M72 and VX-6R low on bulkhead at comm console Individual radiosHardware
Switched 12V to charging bases Individual radiosWiring
SSB
Mount tuner SSBHardware
Thru-deck hole for feedline, with cable clam SSBWiring
Cable to backstay SSBHardware
Ground via Mica capacitor and copper foil SSBHardware
Cable tuner control and coax to comm bay SSBHardware
Test Wavelan (first attempt with IC706 was sloppy) SSBLab
Mount Wavelan probes in console SSBLab
APRS and tracking
Install prototype BT GPS datalogger on instrument cluster, with auto-start on charge input APRS and trackingHardware
Learning curve on Kenwood TR-D710 data radio APRS and trackingLab
Internet
Get Cradlepoint EVDO router - MBR1000 Internetshopping
Remove 6800 for security demo system InternetHardware
Engenious 3220 EXT Internetshopping
Integrate router in console InternetHardware
Mount Wilson cellular amplifier InternetHardware
External cellular antenna and feedline InternetHardware
Engine Monitoring
Confirm that EMS100 will work with Yanmar 4JHDTE engine Engine MonitoringMac
Acquire EMS100 Engine Monitoringshopping
Fuel Monitoring
Acquire Floscan N20D-201-2K interface Fuel Monitoringshopping
Navigation
Choose appliance chartplotter Navigationshopping
Acquire Class B AIS Navigationshopping
B&G needs software upgrade to allow shutting off sentence with variation NavigationSoftware
Try again to get tech support response from Simrad regarding long startup on wireless autopilot NavigationEmail
Autopilot
On-water commissioning procedure Autopilot2008 cruise
Mac Interface
Environmental
Stereo System
Move speaker routing mess to console, or something - it sucks Stereo SystemWiring
Acquire Sirius black box, assuming they stay in business Stereo Systemshopping
Replace poor speakers in aft cabin, with Fusion zone control Stereo SystemWiring
Install stereo and integrate with mixer Stereo SystemWiring
Mixer & Switching
Sell Edirol and find simple unit for occasional need Mixer & SwitchingLab
Piano
Will a PX-320 fit? X-stand? Pianoanywhere
Look into hacking a cheapie into a folder Pianoanywhere
Sources
Embed Axis wiring properly (DC, ethernet, interfaces) SourcesWiring
Mount bow helmetcamera SourcesLab
Install bow cam/light box SourcesHardware
Cable bow assembly to central video switcher SourcesHardware
Masthead forward camera SourcesHardware
Radar arch forward view SourcesHardware
Multi-port video server, or single-port server with switched source Sourcesshopping
Console sub-panel with video I/O connectors SourcesHardware
Acquire decent wireless video link Sourcesshopping
Console conferencing cam SourcesHardware
Bow module
Design flat plate to weld across pulpit and support steerable light with cam on top, or integrate box with existing navlight mounting plate. Bow moduleLab
Build simple mount for LED bow lights and replace existing AquaSignal incandescent bicolor Bow moduleHardware
Mount helmetcam Bow moduleLab
Cable run to console and power Bow moduleWiring
Routing
Node X RoutingLab
Monitors
Figure out flat-screen I/O and configuration MonitorsHardware
Planar LX1201PTI or Argonaut Tflex-G15 for outside helm (see Mac) Monitorsshopping
Remote Spreaders
Test remote with antenna inside steel hull behind DC panel Remote SpreadersHardware
Consider this instead with Hella LED flood on arch inst of spreaders Remote SpreadersHardware
Package remote receiver and delay device Remote SpreadersHardware
Connect to spreader light circuit Remote SpreadersHardware
Dinghy
Battery enclosure and charging input DinghyHardware
LED navlights DinghyHardware
Security loop in charging cable DinghyHardware
Charging station
FIFO battery rack for AA, AAA, D Charging stationCarpentry
Use La Crosse charger for AA; find something for D Charging stationLab
Mount drop-ins for Icom and Yaesu Charging stationWiring
Macintosh
Order Mac Mini, LCD, and external drive Macintoshshopping
Remote UI
Package speech synthesizer board for Shacktopus Remote UIHardware
Integrate into audio routing system design Remote UIHardware
Catalog command/response repertoire Remote UISoftware
N2K stream
Find driver situation for USB100 (and there are rumors of Mac version) N2K streamSoftware
Interface USB100 to USB hierarchy N2K streamHardware
Data Collection
Create sensor database Data CollectionMac
Connect the NI USB box and get it working Data CollectionMac
Ned re Ruby code for NI boxes Data CollectionSoftware
Inside temperature sensor Data CollectionHardware
CO sensor for stove etc (also with local display/alarm) Data CollectionHardware
Server Software
Define server pages to establish design goals Server SoftwareMac
Install Ruby on Rails and confirm it is the correct approach Server SoftwareMac
Need a minimal PC *or equivalent* for vendor utility code and downloads Server SoftwareMac
Configuration Mgr
catalog video switcher and other uses for relays to determine number of points needed Configuration MgrLab
Fab latching relay boards Configuration MgrLab
Engine
Find intermittent in wiring harness starter switch circuit that prevents starting EngineWiring
Find out why air cleaner is getting oil-soaked - seal or PCV? EngineDirty work
Oil change EngineDirty work
Fill wing tanks EngineDirty work
Electric propulsion research: http://solidnav.com EngineDesign
Water heater
Mount new water heater Water heaterCarpentry
Cut access port and add gasketed panel under new water heater space to keep w/d valves accessible Water heaterCarpentry
AC to new water heater Water heaterWiring
Plumb new water heater (not engine loop yet) Water heaterPlumbing
remove abandoned LP line to old water heater Water heaterPlumbing
Route old cold-in to hot-out Water heaterPlumbing
Old Bosch vent now pressure water input Water heaterPlumbing
Talk to Yanmar guy about heating water loop Water heaterLab
Design solar water augmentation system Water heaterPlumbing
System for heating water on woodstove and hanging in bag on mast, tube thru vent Water heaterPlumbing
Sewage
Install Cleanout Fitting gasket that was forgotten by First Mate Marine SewageDirty work
Bring muriatic acid for eternally ailing LectraSan and hit it hard SewageDirty work
Check forward Henderson pump for valve integrity; might explain difficulty of getting clean flush. SewagePlumbing
Order Sealand tank saver to prevent implosion on huge suction Sewageshopping
Torreson has it - part # 255247
Install tank saver SewageDirty work
Remove LectraSan if final Muriatic Acid wash doesn't fix it SewageDirty work
Misc Plumbing
Trace existing salt-water washdown hose Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Install Shurflo pump from stock for anchor washdown Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Plumb washdown Shurflo from aux raw-water strainer Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Swap salt-fresh foot pumps in galley Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Measure water usage on washing machine cycle (no dry) Misc PlumbingAboard
Emergency water catchment system Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Assemble a batch of tapered plugs for thru-hulls, hoses, and fittings (lanyards) Misc Plumbingshopping
Try again to get refrigeration documentation Misc PlumbingDox
Trace aft shower sump; seal off drain Misc PlumbingPlumbing
Refrigeration
Send pix of cold-plate system to LD to help determine ID of hardware (vendor not much help) Refrigeration
Onboard Lab
Do initial inventory of parts and resources Onboard LabAboard
Stowage
Mesh pockets on hull wall by dinette StowageAboard
Cut access panel into dead space by starboard aft berth StowageCarpentry
Investigate access to huge space under fridges StowageCarpentry
Access dead space under c'way steps (tankage or empty?) StowageCarpentry
Ventilate space under fridges to dissipate moisture from condensation StowageCarpentry
Heating
Diagnose sick Webasto AT5000 with Sure Marine - likely an air bubble; pull off hoses and check for fuel and unblocked exhaust - do the pump-cycling trick once stbd tank filled. HeatingAboard
Do air flow analysis with stick of incense HeatingAboard
Find a way to close off dorades in main cabin HeatingAboard
Design latches to hold engine and generator access covers from platform HeatingLab
Make nicer version of stove pipe retainer strap, thicker stainless HeatingLab
Acquire heat-powered fan - Caframo 802 Heatingshopping
Build wood storage box with felt bottom, to fit within curtained area under shelf HeatingCarpentry
Bring little electric heater to have as a backup when AC available HeatingProvisioning
Propane
Replace broken gauge on regulator PropanePlumbing
Pick up a transparent tank Propaneshopping
Build dual-tank system PropanePlumbing
Comfort
Think through pit options - workbench, table, piano, cushioning ComfortAboard
Design plug/socket assembly to allow salon table to become pit ComfortAboard
Cut table legs and assemble sockets ComfortCarpentry
Fab cushion for pit ComfortAboard
Lighting
Repair or replace intermittent reading light in Penfa LightingHardware
Add Penfa light at peak LightingHardware
Light over console desk LightingWiring
LED anchor light but test first for RFI LightingHardware
LED Flood from Hella might move to arch, security-switched, if bow gets steerable spot LightingHardware
Small LED in PVC Tee snap to rail over companionway LightingHardware
Cockpit
Choose a helm seat consistent with console and lazarette geometry CockpitAboard
Design second-level cockpit enclosure to protect helm CockpitDesign
General Interior
Soap dish in shower General InteriorAboard
Add grab handles on either side of companionway General InteriorCarpentry
http://www.thaiteakmarine.com/catalog/page1.htm
Carve knob (or something) for remains of post at end of galley General InteriorCarpentry
Curtains - bond magnets to forward windows General InteriorFabric
Curtains - acquire and paint steel bar stock for side windows General InteriorFabric
Fabric curtain around stove shelf General InteriorFabric
Mount shop vac permanently (engine room?) with outlet and hose General InteriorCarpentry
Galley
Mixer for whipping, blending, etc. Galleygalley
Navigation
Mill down black knob on chart kit about .1" to clear desk NavigationLab
Personal gear
Prep Float-tech jacket inflators Personal gearAboard
Tie-downs
Book retainers Tie-downsHardware
Tools
North full-face mask with filters Toolsshopping
Provisioning
Outfitting
Parachute Sea Anchor Outfittingshopping
Harvesting
Check existing inventory for initial trolling rig per Bannerot book HarvestingProvisioning
Take pole and minimal tackle HarvestingProvisioning
Folding pruning saw for wood gathering HarvestingTools
Splitting wedge for wood HarvestingTools
Canvas bag for wood gathering HarvestingTools
Outside storage for wood inventory (to keep bugs out) HarvestingAboard
Polaris Mobile Lab
Tuck insulation into corners behind new doors Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
extract floppy forward wall that was left unscrewed by Wells Cargo Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
Install shore power inlet Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
Install AC breakers Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
Install hinged systems panel in nose Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
install furniture Polaris Mobile LabMobile Lab
Moorage
Tonnage Reduction
eBay BikeE Tonnage ReductioneBay
Icom 725 Tonnage ReductioneBay
Old spotlight Tonnage ReductioneBay
Squeakbox mini-ITX Tonnage ReductioneBay
Shelving for trailer contents Tonnage ReductionLab
Freecycle bulk of KY video dub collection Tonnage ReductionOnline
Blog
Make the transition to Wordpress BlogOnline
Web Content
Tech - fuel monitoring system (Wema, TLA100, gauge, tank retrofits) - Wema link, drawings, full design Web ContentWriting
Tech - Nom N2K configuration, power balance, product choices, cabling, etc Web ContentWriting
Ops - plumbing system Web ContentWriting
Dox - forward plumbing and tankage, including discussion of sloppy contractor work Web ContentWriting
Dox - aft plumbing Web ContentWriting
Ops - anchoring Web ContentWriting
Tech - Simrad AC42 installation Web ContentWriting
Tech - APRS installation & experience, suggestions for more powerful systems, cultural notes Web ContentWriting
Tech - NOIDS Web ContentWriting
Tech - sample book chapter, perhaps holding tank sensor interface Web ContentWriting
Tech - eBay database and other hacks Web ContentWriting
Review - SS ratchet straps Web ContentWriting
Review - rowing system and dink Web ContentWriting
Review - various services: plumber, marine electronics, stove, diver, any others Web ContentWriting
Review - i12s Web ContentWriting
Review - Sky - galley things that work Web ContentWriting
Review - Storganizer and other small parts storage tools Web ContentWriting
Review - rowing system and dink Web ContentWriting
Review - Sensibulbs Web ContentWriting
Review - Mini-reviews of books Web ContentWriting
Print & Store Downloads
Monograph: Waterworks Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: reverse-engineering your boat (Noids, labeling, live dox, etc) Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: APRS tracker, GPS datalogger, and related tools Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: EVDO, security cam, antennas, basic server Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: console packaging Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: power system Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Monograph: mobile lab Print & Store DownloadsWriting
Book
APRS chapter BookWriting
PR
Connect with Leo re interview request PRMedia
Furled sails podcast PRMedia
Documentation
Update N2K drawing DocumentationMac
Update plumbing drawing DocumentationMac
Full console/systems drawing, with nested subsystems and layers DocumentationMac
Nickel Generators
Produce Technomadic Flotilla burgees Nickel GeneratorsMac
Comm, nav, and power system consultation for boat buyers Nickel Generatorsbusiness
Legal
Get Nexus cards - see waggonerguide.com for good info LegalOffice
New passport LegalOffice
Laminate major ship's papers LegalOffice
Get ship's stamp LegalOffice
Miscellaneous
Check to see if old Furuno transducer can be removed to sell with unit MiscellaneousAboard