1981 Aquasport 170 rebuild in Sweden

[RickK]

The news said that NC has had over a foot of rain so far.
The shed looks to be very deep.

[larsli68]

Yes, they got drenched. I have been watching WRAL news this morning over the web.

The shed is 36x13 feet with a ceiling height of 20 feet.
Plenty of room. I plan a work bench and eventually one more boat, probably a sailboat.
It's not heated, but there is a warm shed you can rent in the community. If you want to do some work during the winter that requires heat.
I can't wait to get access to it. The 19th of October if everything goes as planned.

Glad to hear you guys didn't get hit by the hurricane. I bet the beach areas will need repairs. I'm working on my teak trim today. One more coat of varnish will be applied soon.

//Lars

[larsli68]

Work continues on the teak trim. This is varnish layer 4. I will also apply two layers on the bottom surface, to make it waterproof. New teak flagpole is also being varnished.

[larsli68]

I got my Aquasport 170 moved to her new home this morning.

Feels good to have this done. Now I can focus on building a work bench and a loft in my boat shed.

[larsli68]

Varnish coat 5 applied today. I'm happy with the finish now, and will let this be it. The underside will get two coats of varnish to make it waterproof.
I hope everyone is having a nice Saturday. I'm excited to have my boat in my own boat shed. Feels a bit safer than where I used to keep it.
The ability to build a work bench, loft and keep tools there will be a very nice bonus.

Some specs of dust in the varnish, but it looks OK I think. Good enough for me... ;)

[RickK]

The brightwork looks fantastic Lars - nice job.
The shed looks like it will give you the space you need to do many things.

[larsli68]

Thanks Rick! I'm excited to have this place. I'm planning to build a "Shop" in the shed. That way I can keep it warm in the winter time.

How's your project coming along?

[RickK]

I have been distracted lately by work and have worked quite a few Saturdays so we can get this new release of software out. I am going to replace the piano hinges today and see what else I can get done.

[larsli68]

Hello Rick,

I know that feeling. Work has taken a lot out of me too lately. I have a brutal week coming up. A lot of travelling and a two day trade show.

I'm very excited about my new boat shed. Next weekend will be our last one including a boat for a while. My brother and I will go to the cottage and burn the pile of trees and brush that has been added up during the summer. A fair amount of beer is also included in the yearly "burn"... ;)
I found a 6 meter motor boat today on Craigslist here in Sweden. It is a boat from the 60's with American design, but built in Sweden. It is a project, and I'm thinking of getting it...
I have not got wife approval yet... Time will tell...

This is a Swedish website, but it has a pretty cool picture of the boat. The engine would be a marine converted Volvo.
http://www.livetombord.se/artiklar/artiklar/20151202/fisksatra-firally-slar-det-mesta

[RickK]

Looks like that boat will keep you out of the elements.

[larsli68]

Yes,
No wife approval yet...

[larsli68]

A buddy and I worked pretty hard today. Got the frame and stairs to the loft built today.

[RickK]

Looks nice Lars! That will definitely give you a lot more room, even though the stairs eat up a lot of room.

[larsli68]

They do, but they can be removed pretty easy. 4 screws hold them to the deck and side wall.

It will make to top floor more usable. I hope to work on it later this week. Floor boards and improved electrical installation.
Hand rail and a work bench is also on the list.

Thanks!

//Lars

[larsli68]

The company where I work is closing the plant here in town. I managed to buy two work benches very cheap. They threw in a wise too.
I'M very sad to see the factory close, but the work benches will be a memory of it for me.

Good news is that it is now OK to build a heated shop in the shed.That means I can continue on my loft and have a nice heated shop underneath.
I'm quite excited about that.