Today we cleared three items from "The List". Item one? Replace the not working cigarette style power plug at the upper helm. It is used to to power up the iPad that is our back-up chart plotter. The old one came out. The new USB power outlet fit in the same hole and used the same wiring. Three minutes. Done.
Item two? Secure the top door rack in the fridge so that it would stop falling out, spilling food items all around the galley, and eliciting harsh words from the Admiral every time it happened. Drill 4 holes, seal and install four screws. About seven minutes. Done.
Item three? Replace the broken snap fastener on the screen for the helm door. Oops, not broken. Someone just left the old broken piece in place while putting a new snap in the screen. Pry the broken bit off off, snap the screen in place. Done. About 30 seconds.
Total work day? Less than 10 minutes.
Cool beans.
2 comments:
It is nice to get a few easy “wins.” I also wish that I had a couple of short trips on “Number 99,” to work out some gremlins in the systems, before heading north. I miss the easy access to suppliers and a “ship to” address for parts that is available in a home port. Congratulations on adding to your crew.
Access and a "ship to" address are certainly perks of which we are taking full advantage. On the other hand, you guys are on the move while the crew of First Light are feeling a bit of wander lust. Easy "wins" are helping to keep us preoccupied until we can start following you North.
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