Wind Song (26X) repairs and mods log
Posted: Mon Feb 10, 2020 6:53 pm
So I’ve got the new trailer under Wind Song, thread located here: viewtopic.php?f=11&t=27544
I’ve got a thread going on the outboard swap here: viewtopic.php?f=8&t=27551
I felt it is a big enough job it deserves it’s own thread but mods if you disagree feel free to merge it here.
I need to start making a list of needed repairs, as well as wanted repairs and maybe “wouldn’t it be nice” mods. I’ll use this thread to document this list as well as show my journey on tackling it.
Pictures incoming. Lots and lots of pictures.
Here’s the starting point:
See the pile of brush? See the stump? Yeah, the boat basically had a tree growing into it.
Moving on. She’s cleaner now:
I’ll hit her with appropriate cleaners, and some wax with rubbing compound. At first I thought I’d compound separately but the oxidation isn’t nearly as bad as I had feared. I guess all that filth formed a protective layer.
More pics -
The hatch sliders are pretty nasty. I might be able to sand them and get a little more life but since I need to pull them and butyl tape under them anyway I’ll probably just go ahead and replace.
While I’m at it I’ll probably put Velcro under the hatch. It’s one of those mods I wanted to do but never got around to.
The companionway sliders are too far gone to even think about saving.
My debate here is plastic again or teak. A “would like to” on my list is to make a three board companionway hatch out of teak. If I end up doing that I’ll probably use teak rails. I might make it out of lexan though. I’m torn.
The handle is toast. I’ll replace it.
The hatch also has water in it I can’t seem to get out. It has had it for years. I might cut out that botched repair, dry it out and reseal. If I’m feeling froggy one day.
All the lines will need to be replaced:
No picture of the mast yet but the lines are in about the same condition.
I like black double braid. I’ll probably use that again.
One of the bow windows is cracked and leaks:
I know ultimately it needs to be replaced. But short term I’m thinking I might try getting that stuff motorcyclists use to repair their lexan windshields.
Two of the side ports have this white stuff on them:
Pressure washing didn’t get it off. Knowing it’s lexan I’m hesitant to go crazy with cleaners. I might see if either Plexus or perhaps even vinegar cuts it.
The mast support pole is stuck:
I bet I’ve emptied half a can of PB Blaster down it with no luck. I think the best option is to remove the mount from the pedestal and apply heat and force.
The gel coat has worn through in two notable spots. Here is the sliding hatch:
There is a similar looking place on one of the cockpit benches. I’m really not sure how I’m going to fix that. I don’t really want to paint the nonskid as most of it is ok. It’s just these two places and it would drive me crazy if it doesn’t match. I’m still researching and open to suggestions.
The original owner made this back deck:
And boy I loved having it. It’s now rotten. I’ll make a new one for sure later in the restoration. I’m debating what wood to use. Thinking either teak or mahogany. I might do strips instead of a solid piece though.
The original owner also made and installed this arch:
He intended for it to be remade out of aluminum or stainless but he never did it. I never did either as it held up well. I’ll have to play with it and see if it’s still structurally sound. Yes, I’d like to redo it eventually, but the boat bucks are adding up fast.
Both rudders need a little gel coat love:
I’m thinking I might just paint the tips though since they are gonna wear again anyway.
While the hatch handle is rough, these teak steps I made for the boarding ladder have held up well:
A little sanding, some brightener, and some oil and they should look great. Need to get new tips for the ladder.
I don’t have pictures of the following yet but the shopping list is getting long. I need to replace the standing rigging as it’s the original. Need two new batteries. The anchor light needs to be replaced and I already have a new led bow light to install.
I think that about covers the exterior. Lots to do on the interior but I’ll take pictures and detail that in a later post.
I’ve got a thread going on the outboard swap here: viewtopic.php?f=8&t=27551
I felt it is a big enough job it deserves it’s own thread but mods if you disagree feel free to merge it here.
I need to start making a list of needed repairs, as well as wanted repairs and maybe “wouldn’t it be nice” mods. I’ll use this thread to document this list as well as show my journey on tackling it.
Pictures incoming. Lots and lots of pictures.
Here’s the starting point:
See the pile of brush? See the stump? Yeah, the boat basically had a tree growing into it.
Moving on. She’s cleaner now:
I’ll hit her with appropriate cleaners, and some wax with rubbing compound. At first I thought I’d compound separately but the oxidation isn’t nearly as bad as I had feared. I guess all that filth formed a protective layer.
More pics -
The hatch sliders are pretty nasty. I might be able to sand them and get a little more life but since I need to pull them and butyl tape under them anyway I’ll probably just go ahead and replace.
While I’m at it I’ll probably put Velcro under the hatch. It’s one of those mods I wanted to do but never got around to.
The companionway sliders are too far gone to even think about saving.
My debate here is plastic again or teak. A “would like to” on my list is to make a three board companionway hatch out of teak. If I end up doing that I’ll probably use teak rails. I might make it out of lexan though. I’m torn.
The handle is toast. I’ll replace it.
The hatch also has water in it I can’t seem to get out. It has had it for years. I might cut out that botched repair, dry it out and reseal. If I’m feeling froggy one day.
All the lines will need to be replaced:
No picture of the mast yet but the lines are in about the same condition.
I like black double braid. I’ll probably use that again.
One of the bow windows is cracked and leaks:
I know ultimately it needs to be replaced. But short term I’m thinking I might try getting that stuff motorcyclists use to repair their lexan windshields.
Two of the side ports have this white stuff on them:
Pressure washing didn’t get it off. Knowing it’s lexan I’m hesitant to go crazy with cleaners. I might see if either Plexus or perhaps even vinegar cuts it.
The mast support pole is stuck:
I bet I’ve emptied half a can of PB Blaster down it with no luck. I think the best option is to remove the mount from the pedestal and apply heat and force.
The gel coat has worn through in two notable spots. Here is the sliding hatch:
There is a similar looking place on one of the cockpit benches. I’m really not sure how I’m going to fix that. I don’t really want to paint the nonskid as most of it is ok. It’s just these two places and it would drive me crazy if it doesn’t match. I’m still researching and open to suggestions.
The original owner made this back deck:
And boy I loved having it. It’s now rotten. I’ll make a new one for sure later in the restoration. I’m debating what wood to use. Thinking either teak or mahogany. I might do strips instead of a solid piece though.
The original owner also made and installed this arch:
He intended for it to be remade out of aluminum or stainless but he never did it. I never did either as it held up well. I’ll have to play with it and see if it’s still structurally sound. Yes, I’d like to redo it eventually, but the boat bucks are adding up fast.
Both rudders need a little gel coat love:
I’m thinking I might just paint the tips though since they are gonna wear again anyway.
While the hatch handle is rough, these teak steps I made for the boarding ladder have held up well:
A little sanding, some brightener, and some oil and they should look great. Need to get new tips for the ladder.
I don’t have pictures of the following yet but the shopping list is getting long. I need to replace the standing rigging as it’s the original. Need two new batteries. The anchor light needs to be replaced and I already have a new led bow light to install.
I think that about covers the exterior. Lots to do on the interior but I’ll take pictures and detail that in a later post.
