Other Improvements

Spray was on the hard for the first three months that we owned her. While the bottom job was getting taken care of we took the opportunity to make a few other improvements. Since the original depth sounder didn't work, we replaced it with a Raymarine ST-60 Plus Tri-data system which includes a depth sounder, knot meter, and log with water temperature. We also installed a new horizontal aluminum propane tank and new hose to the oven/stove in the galley. The boatyard did a great job adding an active ventilation system for the engine bay with separate 3" turbo fans and ducting for intake and exhaust. This active ventilation should help keep the starter battery cooler. We also noticed that the steering system was binding at the rudder shaft coupling. The boatyard went to great efforts to disassemble, clean, and repair this. The steering feels much better now! We also installed two new stainless steel solar vents on the deck above the cabin. These will help keep fresh air flow through the boat 24 hours a day. We also had the 120V wiring replaced from the shore power inlet to the electrical panel. In addition, the windlass wiring was completely re-done and we installed protective covers for it and the instrument panel.