Catalina 36 MK II (S/V Carina)

Starting Battery

2011-08-29T17:06:00.000-07:00

Added a Group 27 battery for starting only to supplement the two (2) 4D house batteries.

PSS Shaft Seal Install

2010-05-01T17:53:00.000-07:00

Installed the PSS Shaft Seal purchased last Fall at the Annapolis Sail Boat Show. The job went fairly easy with no issues.

As a precaution, I also added a locking collar (see photo 2).

Items Purchased @ Annapolis Sailboat show 2009

2009-10-18T05:51:00.000-07:00

While at the boat show this year, I purchased a PSS Dripless Shaft Seal (to be installed over winter during haul out) and Porta-Dolly (wheels for 10' Porta-Bote) for added mobility while moving it around on land.

Electronics Upgrade

2009-06-08T06:17:00.000-07:00

As a result of an electrical surge (most likely lightning), replaced the following:

VHF - ICOM M402 with ICOM M422
Receiver (GPS) - RayStar 120 with RayStar 125
Wind - ST60 Wind System Display with ST60+ Wind System Display
Batteries - 2 Interstate 4D bateries (180 AH each)

Boomtent Winter-Cover

2008-12-14T12:51:00.000-08:00

For protection during winter-layup, added a Boomtent from Fairclough Sailmakers, New Haven, CT.

Forespar Nova Lift II

2008-06-14T17:58:00.000-07:00

Installed a Forespar Nova Lift to assist in moving the dinghy outboard both on and off (without losing in the drink). For the most part, everything went on as planned. Due to location, I had to add a Scheafer spring loaded block so the line would run without obstacle to the winch.

Exterior Upgrades

2007-07-05T20:32:00.000-07:00

Lift off companionway doors (self made)
Drop leaf cockpit table (self made)
VariProp feathering prop
Spare 10 lb. LPG Tank
In Mast Furling Mainsail Cover (self made)

Interior Upgrades

2007-07-05T15:25:00.001-07:00

16,000 BTU Polar Bay AC/Heat
Carpeting (marine grade indoor/outdoor)
Stove top cover (cutting/pastry board)
17" Flat Panel TV/DVD

Add On Items & Upgrades

2007-07-05T14:52:00.000-07:00

Below are some of the items added so far to make the journey more feasible. Some items are for safety, while others for making our life aboard a little easier and more pleasant. There is still much to go and it will most likely continue for the foreseeable future.

Companionway Door
Drop leaf Cockpit Table
Cabin Sole Carpeting (LD likes this as he doesn't slide while running around the cabin)
Stove Top Cutting Board (increases counter space)
Cover For Mainsail (furling)
Dinghy & Motor (PortaBote & Nissan 5hp)
Laundry Washer (portable)
Spare LP Tank (Worthington 10lb.) & Mounting Bracket
TV/DVD (17")
Adjust - Eze Wrenches (1-7/8")
Cordless Tools (Dewalt 18v)
Feathering Prop (VariProp)
Guide Book Mid Atlantic
Guide Book Southern US & Bahamas
Guide Book Thornless Path
Navionics 16XG USA-EAST
Generator (Honda EU 2000i)
ACR DistresS.O.S.™ Night Signal
ACR GLOBALFIX 406 CAT I EPIRB
ACR Rapid Ditch Bag
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Delta Anchor 35 lb.
Thermablanket

Electronics

2007-07-05T14:20:00.000-07:00

ICOM M402 VHF
Raymarine C80 Multifunction Navigation Display
Raymarine ST60 Wind System, Depth & Speed
Garmin 76CSx Handheld GPS (for backup)

36 MK II Specifications

2007-07-05T14:11:00.000-07:00

Dimensions -

LOA: 36'04",
LWL: 30'03",
Beam: 11'11",
Draft: 4'5",
Bridge Clearance: 52'2"

Displacement -

14,100,
Ballast: 6,600,

Engine -

Single Diesel,
HP: 35 (Universal),

Tankage -

Fuel: 25 gal,
Water: 80 gal
Holding: 17 gal