Loaded and ready for the river!
The boat loaded and ready for it’s maiden voyage down the North Fork of the Shenandoah River.
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Anchor Roller Block Assembly on Transom
Transom Anchor Pulley Assembly with rope and anchor installed.
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Anchor Cleat
The Anchor Cleat is mounted to the Rowers Seat for ease of access while floating. The Anchor Rope has also been installed along with the rope for the seat.
Sanding and Varnishing
John sands the gunnels in preparation for varnish ……. six coats of varnish to be exact.
Painted Interior
The interior has been painted. Now sand some more on the gunnels and the rest of the brightwork to prepare it for varnish. Almost fishing!
Painted and Measuring for the Oar Wraps
John and Lulu measuring for the length of the oars. A little water under the boat would make it perfect! Fishing season is here!
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Linex on the Bottom and part of the Stem
The boat is back from having Linex put on the bottom. This lining will provide protection from the ledges the Shenandory is bound to hit! Next comes painting the outside…. hopefully this weekend! As a side note: Three years into the life of this boat and the Linux still performs flawlessly!! I strongly recommend it.
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Pulley Blocks Installed for the Anchor System
Both pulleys installed (one near the front of the rowers seat and one near the transom) and John cleaning up. Once the peanut butter on the pulleys sets up it is back to sanding. It will not be long until the boat is upside down again and we are doing the final filling of the […]
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Peanut Butter for a secure anchor block
Applying epoxy/wood flour mix (peanut butter) to the Anchor Pully Blocks to be attached to the floor for the Anchor Rope.
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Oak Oar Block and Ash Gunnel
The Oar Blocks are installed with epoxy and bronze screws. Only need a pair of oar locks and it’s ready to row…….
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