Back In the water, after hauling out to replace 14 keel bolts, adding 2 through-hull fittings for the new Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner, and replacing 2 through-hull valves in the head, we're back in the water! We even been out for a couple day-sails since returning Lasata to the water. But now it's time to keep moving forward with the projects. So...

I've bitten the bullet and am having my salon cushions re-upholstered by a local shop. I feel confident they'll turn out better than new, but what about the cost? Not something I'm looking forward to, based on the knowledge that if I had the time I'd do it myself. I guess you need to know when to call in some help... The good news is that now I am free to move onto stripping more out of the salon and start sanding the overhead and wood work to prepare for new head liner and varnish. 

Before doing any finish work such as the head liner and varnish, I'll be installing the mounting surface for the new Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner and running the water supply and overboard discharge lines. The wiring should not be a big deal since I already have a secondary circuit breaker for an "instant-on" demand hot water heater. oh the joy of boat ownership...