Fridge build and varnish - part 1 (Patreon)

Hi guys! 

This is the Patreon version of this weeks video without the sponsored message from Audible :)

A very nice guy from AkzoNobel reached out to see if I'd be interested in trying their Perfection Pro paint on the hull. From what I've seen, it looks fantastic, and you apply it using just a roller - you don't even tip it. Not having to spray the boat solves a big issue. Overspray! The workshop is right next to a truck company, and I was very concerned about messing up some of their trucks/cars. Being able to apply the paint by roller might take a little longer, but I won't have to worry about overspray or spend a lot of time covering Athena and the cement boat.

A month ago, I ordered the parts for altering the alternator on the DIY generator to direct drive (rather than belts). It's a long story, but the parts are supposed to get here at the beginning of next week. That is excellent news because I'd like to have the technical area modified before Athena goes back in the water, if possible. To do that, I need to know the final dimensions of the generator. 

Speaking of things I'd like to finish before Athena get's back in the water. The guy that build Athena's spiffy stainless thank is hard at work on the new frame and top plate for the steering pedestal. He's also working on the lower rudder attachment doohickey on the skeg. Once I've got the doohickey, I'm ready to install the rudder. That will be a significant milestone! 

These are the projects I need to (and a few that are just 'nice to') finish before Athena goes back in the water this fall. 

• Build fridge
• Fair hull
• Paint hull
• Install rudder
• Rebuild pedestal and connect to rudder
• Install all thru-hulls
• Generator alterations
• Alterations to tech compartment
• Re-connect and run/test the main engine
• New prop for saildrive (fixed aluminum, cheap)
• Install generator
• Install heater
• Put up separation for shower
• Service mast and replace wiring
• Move bulkhead in the forward cabin.
• Build area for washer and dryer in the forward cabin
• Bulwark/Toerail installed
• Cleats installed
• Chainplates installed
• New standing rigging
• Activate (expose the cobber) Cobbercoat

These are the projects I'll focus on and sourcing parts for behind the scenes (that often takes longer than expected). 

Thank you so much for your support! I would not be able to do all of this work without you guys! Thank you so much! I hope you've all had an amazing weekend :)