Just Arrived
April 17 2013, Bought it from a person who had it , since brand new, the owner passed away and the boat had 18 years without touching a drop of water, so the wood was ready for firewood , or..... to be restored , so i choose the second option.
After looking for some time i found this boat was an international Vaurien class very popular in Europe,
After looking for some time i found this boat was an international Vaurien class very popular in Europe,
Demolition work starts
After I took off all the damaged plywood and damaged interiors, It wasn't really nice inside, all interios needed to be reglued and a lot of sanding and glue will be required.
Looking Better
after a hard work on the inside , finally new fresh paint, looking a lot better now.
Looking even better
after hard and dusty work , the whole hull was sanded down and coated with 5 coats of Epoxy and 2 coats of paint.
Sure looks nice
the hull and deck are finally looking good still needs some more work , but now is looking better.
First day on the water
September 29 2013 first day on the water after about 18 years, it handles very well, although we had almost no wind , the boat moved easily on the water, No leaks !!!!! yeeees!!!!
September 29 2013 first day on the water after about 18 years, it handles very well, although we had almost no wind , the boat moved easily on the water, No leaks !!!!! yeeees!!!!