Progress on project boat

[holtcl]

It's been just over 3 years since my late husband and I started work on Cinderella. I don't get a lot of time to post pics to report incremental progress along the way, largely because I work full-time and she's about a full-time commitment. And I value my sleep.

She was in rough condition when we found her. Here are a few pics and there are more I just updated on my profile (before and after). Progress to date has included: generator, carpet and flooring throughout (except the galley which I plan to do this winter), battery charger, soft goods, high gloss varnish throughout, a/c work, canvas work, electronics work, rebuild circular staircase to between galley and salon, rebuild galley dinette, rebuild woodwork and trim work in master stateroom, and probably a hundred other nickel-and-dime (and other) projects I can't think of off the top of my head.

It has been a lot of work, learning, and also some very nice cruising and enjoyment. This cruising season has been a blessed one for which I am very thankful.

Thanks to all the support that I receive from HOF folks, my marina family, and my parents.

Cheryl
Cinderella
1971 53MY

 

[holtcl]

Here are a few more pics:

 

[Avenger]

That's some very nice work. Very sorry to hear about your husband but I'm glad that you're staying in the Hatteras and HOF family. Looking forward to seeing more pictures.

 

[tom5518]

She is a beautiful 53 now and your work looks great. All of the upgrades are first class and very tasteful. I especially love the spotlight. Please keep the pictures coming.

 

[geofish]

Very Nice!

 

[madhatter1]

Nice Boat. A little off topic but (Going by your hailing port as a reminder) Kent Narrows has got to be the best place I ever sat eating blue crabs. Nice area execpt for the occasional snow and ice.

 

[magnawake]

What a big project !! Talk about a full time job. Seems like the up keep on mine is a full time job, much less a refurb. Great job.

 

[wndsr]

Thanks for the update, Cheryl. Always nice to hear from you. Sorry Tina and I did not run into you this season on the Chesapeake!
Ben and Tina Fishel
"Sizematters"

 

[holtcl]

Thanks for the kind words and support.

I didnt make it to the 1510 rendezvous this year but will plan to do so next year. So many irons in the fire.

We are hunkered down getting ready for the storm. Will try to post some more pics when I have some captive time.

Cheryl
Cinderella
1971 53MY

 

[holtcl]

ok there's nothing to do here but watch the effects of Sandy and post pics on the forum. here's some from the salon refinishing job.

 

[holtcl]

here's a few more

 

[holtcl]

Can you guess which HOF member drew the 'artwork' on my warning sign about the wet varnish?

The back story there was that we were also varnishing the teak handrails, and people kept coming up on the dock to chat. There were several instances of folks putting hands into the wet varnish. Therefore I put up the sign.

 

[captddis]

Looks great!

 

[lumina]

Hi All,

Cheryl,

Could you provide some insight as to how you preped the teak for varnishing and if you brushed it, rolled and tipped it or something else.

Looks marrrrrrvelous !!

 

[holtcl]

Gene,

Thanks- here's the general process that we used. Keep in mind that the wood on this boat was unmolested and had very little of the original teak oil finish left, if any.

-rub with acetone to remove any dirt, oils, gumminess
-sand lightly with 220
-vacuum with shop vac; rub with tack cloth
-stain 1 coat (2 if needed) with minwax red oak (I used gunstock on new work to get a better match)
-apply 2 coats Interlux Interprime wood sealer (1026) - roll and tip
-apply 3+ coats Pettit Captain's varnish (1015) - roll and tip. I may sand only between the 2nd and 3rd coat of varnish, with 220.

Notes:

I find the foam brush perfectly acceptable and can be re-used the next day if stored in a zip-lock bag in the refrigerator.

I try to have as much of a dust 'free' environment as possible- tacking the pan, varnish cup, and I strain ALL products with a paint strainer even if it's a new can.

It's nice to have 2 people for larger areas but I often work by myself with no problem. Proper lighting is key to enable you to see where you're covering and avoid drips and holidays.

 

[Nonchalant1]

Great work and wonderful to see one of these brought back to prime. One word of caution on the radar placement, if somebody is standing on the galley cabin roof in front ot the windshields while the radar is operating, their eyes can be damaged by the microwaves emitted by the radar. Gott'a stay away from operating radar beam.

 

[lumina]

Hi All,

Cheryl,

Any chance you'd like to visit Mass and keep your varnishing skills honed ? LOL

 

[geofish]

Very nice results Cheryl, I have been on the fence about doing the same to my boat for a while... I think you just sold me on it! Thanks

Geo

 

[Freeebird]

No doubt seeing these pics reminds me of my 58, at least the before shots. Now, instead of closing my eyes and imagining what mine could look like, I can just come on here and look at yours. Very nicely done.

 

[holtcl]

Thanks for all the kind words! I didn't know that about the radar but the manual did indicate that there could be ill effects from being close to the scanner. I don't run it unless I'm in bad weather in which the crew would be inside. But that's helpful to know.

The refinishing work is worth it if you like that kind of work and have the patience for it. It has been a 3-year process so far. The outside work you have to deal with weather windows. The inside work I try to do some every winter. It is rewarding to refurbish something old and make it look nice.

Cheryl
Cinderella
1971 53 MY