It is all very anti-climatic when you suddenly realize that the boat could go back in the water, and save the yard fees. We go back in with the house top unfinished, combings not fastened. The vessel hull is fairer and tighter than ever since my ownership. We made a first pass at filling the topsides seams, This will take a while to get perfect.
Port two planks final fit Aft house top refit Starboard Side with bungs inserted Pro painters, triple coated Clean bottom moving Clean bottom splashing
Housetop fitted with sealed canvas Housetop painted green Fitting hatch combing