Thanks to all of you that respond to my postings asking for input on various things. I don't always post back, but want you all to know I sure do appreciate it. I have been working quite dilignetly on the little red boat and am posting a few pics of my progress. Also there was a post a while back on trailers - I will also post a pic of the one I picked up. I bought a E-Z Loader form Olympic Boats here in Bellingham and was pleased - designed for 14-17" boats - weight limit of 1250 and 19" overall length. I was also pleased that after looking for a used trailer I decided to spend almost what others were wanting for their used ones - $659 + tax & license. More than I wanted to spend but a much better trailer than I would have been able to find used. For another $15 I picked up two 12" bunk extenders which finished off the bunks just right. I also followed the advice of many of you and added the center guide for centering when loading the boat.
My remaining tasks are to attach the standing and running rigging, make the poly sails (now a loose footed main as per the conversations here) and get it out in the water, hopefully the first of Sept. - just in time for the fall breezes out in the San Juan Islands.
One note in that I was very pleased with how the companionway hatch worked out - I will also include a pic of that design as well.
Also a pic of the dolly I picked up - or should I call it the "backsaver" - worth every penny when moving it around!!!
Thanks again,
Ken
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