Sat 8 May, HHN day 25: Changing impeller on the deck wash pump leads to a complete strip and rebuilt. Rogue fitting on generator finally fixed, and hydraulic furlers all set up…

Fri 7 May, HHN day 24: Could not install wiper seal. Boom light connection replaced, mast steps received, GoPro fixed for ECMR. Overall, a rather slow-motion Friday. I feel like I’ve been…

Thu 6 May, HHN day 23: Outhaul cylinder finally submits to Captain, but then find the seal kit from Selden has incorrect components. Also, boom travels to welding shop. Glorious day today,…

Wed 5 May, HHN day 22: Finally finish spreaders rebuild project. Also complete the mast head project. Tasks are getting ticked and Captain is happy! After some calls and admin in the…

Tue 4 May, HHN day 21: All day in East Coast Marine Rigging workshop, riveting and reassembling the spreaders. It’s been a great day today, but not a lot of variety to…

Mon 3 May, HHN day 20: Outhaul piston conquered! Preparing to rebuild spreaders. Started flooring project. Reinstalled vang and gooseneck fittings onto the mast. Feels like it’s going to be a good…

Sun 2 May, HHN day 19: Prepare to re-install the goose neck and vang fittings on the mast and try again at unscrewing both the outhaul and backstay pistons, without success. Up…

Sat 1 May, HHN day 18: I’ve been at it most of the day but don’t seem to have too much to show for it. Lots of small bity jobs. And A…