Pilotnavigator
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- Joined
- Sep 23, 2014
- Messages
- 446
- Fluid Motion Model
- C-24 C SE
- Hull Identification Number
- FMLT2123K415
- Vessel Name
- Wanderer
- MMSI Number
- 316028321
Current Mods,
1) I added a 6" Beckson access port into each of the cockpit side steps. They were added into the small ends. There is a round pipe glassed into the edge of the setup, used to aid in moving the sections around I assume. The port side has great space enclosed on all sides except along the inside edge where there is a 1" gap. I will fill this area with water bottles for our extended cruising. The other side is open to the fridge. so only larger objects in here.
2) I added an additional 12v outlet to the port side of the cabin. I put it on the forward facing edge of the cabinet in the narrow section by the hull. This is to keep it out of the way. Use it to change ipads etc.
3) Next I hard wired my hand held VHF to the same 12V outlet at the fuse panel and mounted the charger/holder tight against the window near the Garmin GPS.
4) Also will add some of the fabric that came with the boat, as packing, to enclose the under side of the helm.
5) For bug protection we used the bug buster screen on our sail boat. I modified it with snaps on the top edge and have snaps above the door. It will hang to the cockpit floor and cover the open doorway.
6) Mounted a clock on the teak ply board above the center window.
7) Full length anchor roller mounted to the bow to hold my Rocna anchor. Pin at rear holds the anchor.
8) Mooring Bit added to the fore deck in place of the deleted Factory cleat, It is mounted so bolts and backing plate are inside the foreward compartment. (I did not get the chain pipe so this area will be dry.)
Anchor rode bag fits under the roller in front of the mooring bit. (30 feet 1/4 inch chain and 150 feet of 1/2" 3 strand)
9) Mounted holder for the Dickson BBQ on the swim platfrom bars
10) Full cockpit frame and canvas on the way.
11) Used Semco oil on the exterior teak
12) Used Peek polish on the brass ports and then Collinite wax on all of the cabin.
13) Had Phifertex hatch covers made to snap inside the three hatches to reduce heat gain.
14) Dealer is upgrading the batteries to a total of three house batteries. The additional two in the stern port locker.
15) Did not have the helm seat installed (just delivered with all the parts). Like the space so far, will see how I like to stand this summer. I can put a cushon on the fridge and sit there. (Long arms) If that does not work I will install the seat a bit lower and as far back as possible.
This weekend will be our first time on the water.
1) I added a 6" Beckson access port into each of the cockpit side steps. They were added into the small ends. There is a round pipe glassed into the edge of the setup, used to aid in moving the sections around I assume. The port side has great space enclosed on all sides except along the inside edge where there is a 1" gap. I will fill this area with water bottles for our extended cruising. The other side is open to the fridge. so only larger objects in here.
2) I added an additional 12v outlet to the port side of the cabin. I put it on the forward facing edge of the cabinet in the narrow section by the hull. This is to keep it out of the way. Use it to change ipads etc.
3) Next I hard wired my hand held VHF to the same 12V outlet at the fuse panel and mounted the charger/holder tight against the window near the Garmin GPS.
4) Also will add some of the fabric that came with the boat, as packing, to enclose the under side of the helm.
5) For bug protection we used the bug buster screen on our sail boat. I modified it with snaps on the top edge and have snaps above the door. It will hang to the cockpit floor and cover the open doorway.
6) Mounted a clock on the teak ply board above the center window.
7) Full length anchor roller mounted to the bow to hold my Rocna anchor. Pin at rear holds the anchor.
8) Mooring Bit added to the fore deck in place of the deleted Factory cleat, It is mounted so bolts and backing plate are inside the foreward compartment. (I did not get the chain pipe so this area will be dry.)
Anchor rode bag fits under the roller in front of the mooring bit. (30 feet 1/4 inch chain and 150 feet of 1/2" 3 strand)
9) Mounted holder for the Dickson BBQ on the swim platfrom bars
10) Full cockpit frame and canvas on the way.
11) Used Semco oil on the exterior teak
12) Used Peek polish on the brass ports and then Collinite wax on all of the cabin.
13) Had Phifertex hatch covers made to snap inside the three hatches to reduce heat gain.
14) Dealer is upgrading the batteries to a total of three house batteries. The additional two in the stern port locker.
15) Did not have the helm seat installed (just delivered with all the parts). Like the space so far, will see how I like to stand this summer. I can put a cushon on the fridge and sit there. (Long arms) If that does not work I will install the seat a bit lower and as far back as possible.
This weekend will be our first time on the water.