After reinforcing the deck to hull joint at the stern, I made out of G10 a couple of large/oversize backing plates for the cleats and re-bedded them with sealant. Should be much stronger and more waterproof now.
Reinstalled stern cleats
Sealed rudder post
Found a few slow leaks on the rudder post and realized the cover plate was never attached after being painted in 2017. Took time to clean it up, seal it properly, and add fasteners. Should be nice and dry now.
Fixing a leak
Several of the fasteners started leaking on the inside after I pressure washed the deck a bit too close to the handrail base. Had to raise it, clean things up, and re-bed it.
Finally, chainplate covers!
It’s been years since the chainplates were put in place and all these years I’ve been missing the chainplate covers. Things started leaking so I couldn’t wait any longer. These were hard to find as the chainplates are pretty massive: 2.5″ x 0.25″ in profile. I finally found a pair at Hansen Rigging!
Deck shower installed
City water connection inlet
Installed water fill
The new hatch is IN
Finally, after months of work, the hatch is in place, even with canvas.
