This week we prepared for Tropical Storm Gordon. Well, I say this week, but I should reference that it is “This week” as in this is the week the video is done editing, but the storm was the first of September.
I discuss the challenges with side tie storm preparation as well as the risk of rising tides. You can also see how we settled for an alternative tie-up that improved our changes or lessening the damage.
Additionally, we talk about some more work on the boat. A Gooseneck locking mechanism for the mizzenmast as well as starting to paint the bilge white. I remember stating I would never paint the bilge white because I didn’t’ own a showboat. Well the jokes on me, White is so much brighter and makes it so much easier to identify or see any drips or spills down there as well.
Keywords; Storm prep, Tropical Storm, How to tie up a boat for a storm, Challenge with storm surge, TSGordon, Painting the bilge, white bilge, gooseneck, mizzenmast, Schaeffer marine, locking car,
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Tools and supplies we use regularly can be found here:
- Jet Band Saw
- Sanding Tape 120 Grit – 1 inch wide
- Sanding Tape for Spindles (220 Grit)
- Small Sanding Cord for Spindles (150 Grit)
- Screwdriver with nut ends
- Pry Bar Set
- Oscillating Multi-tool (about $35)
- The Best small wood cutting blades
- Great “plunge cutter”
- ABSOLUTE Best metal cutting blade (for cutting bolts, etc.)
- Safety Glasses
- xActo Blade Knife
- Ryobi Variable Speed Jigsaw
Video equipment used is: Canon Vixia G40
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