Loukia's refit begins



We are two very happy bunnys.  This was before we realised how much work there was to do. 

The first job was to empty her of the previous owners gear so we could see what we were dealing with.
One of the many trips in the dinghy overloaded with stuff



We needed to get the engine (BetaMarine 35) running so we could get the travel lift for haulout.  Replaced fuel filter system, start battery.  The fuel tanks were old and very rusty so we rigged up a temporary outboard fuel tank with return line (unlike a petrol outboard, diesel's use a fuel return line) and she started without much fuss.



Before we could move her anywhere we knew we needed to know the anchor was functional in the event the engine failed us.  The homemade anchor windlass worked, the bollard was falling apart but should OK but we quickly decided that it was to be replaced.


The cleanup of the interior was pretty hectic




The seacocks were beautiful old Grocos that were all open and would close.  Dont force them as we could end up breaking it and leaving a large hole in the boat.  A job for on the 'hard'



We took all the sails home and had a good look at them. The two storm sails were in almost new condition.  The drifter was pretty good but the main, staysail and yankee were pretty shabby but will have to do for now.  A few little sewing jobs and they'll do for now.





I felt like I spent half my time in the engine bay.  Shouldnt complain as there is pretty good access, I've seen many worse.


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