[Rhodes22-list] equipment lists:

[Gardner, Douglas (LNG-DAY)]

Here's that old post I mentioned.
http://www.geocities.com/blew_skies/equip.html  Also see a good post from
MJM. Some may need further explanation.
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Here is a list of boat upgrades and must haves that came from the KY Lake
participants. This focuses more on living additions, to think about if you
already have a boat instead of options to get when you purchase a boat. We
worked on it for a while, then I forgot all about it. They are in no
particular order, But I thought it is finally time to get the list out in
front of others for comment and additions. This could be an ongoing project.
The clear difficulty is prioritizing these. I don't think it is possible,
because everyone has different needs. Maybe we can give some form of
guidance as to which of these are "killer additions". As always, these are
only opinions. Your needs may be different! 


1. Turnbuckle rings instead of cotter pins for standing rigging 
2. Cockpit drain plug (must have if entertaining large group in the cockpit)

3. Cushion to extend V berth over the head 
4. Bathroom organizers to use in the cabin 
5. Cushion for lifting portion of settee by the bulkhead 
6. Rail cushions to velcro over stern rail for hiking (standard w/ captain's
seats) 
7. Storage shelves to organize galley under counter 
8. Drawer to fit under the companionway between the galley and centerboard
case. 
9. Bimini (mixed blessing: boarding is very difficult, and doesn't protect
from rain very well) 
10. Poptop enclosure: absolute necessity for camping in rain. Get heavy
canvas with reinforced seams and corners (NOT Sunbrella) 
11. Velcro on cushion backs in cabin to keep from sliding (need pile carpet
on hull) 
12. Shore power to keep battery charged, etc. 
13. Caps to cover the in-floor table bracket 
14. Stereo 
15. Bumper clips for fast attachment/repositioning of bumpers 
16. Sphere bumpers: ideal for rafting, but hard to store 
17. Inflatable lifejackets: might actually wear these 
18. Anchor Cleat in cabin above rode drawer. Protection for the bitter end. 
19. Butane stove: Kenyan style stoves are much nicer for the application
than the old style Gaz stoves. 
20. New style icebox with ice bin. Eliminates spillage worry. Needs
insulation in lid, though. 
21. Talkabout radios. These were really nice to have. 
22. Fastpins for traveler: eliminate the old style allen screws. 
23. Opening port over galley: opening IN so it doesn't catch sheets. 
24. Bungies: can't have too many. 
25. Mast raising system (w/ the Bell procedure) 
26. Foot pump on water system. 
27. Mats for under cockpit seats 
28. Magma grill 
29. Autopilot (this was really neat, but not a must have) 
30. Dinghy 
31. Horseshoe throwable PFD 
32. Bell trailer tongue extension stop 
33. Trailer checklist 
34. Second (third?) shelf in the head, starboard side 
35. Fishnet hammock storage in the v berth 
36. Carpet matt with foam backing for wood step down to cabin 
37. Suction cup organizers for outside bulk head storage of hand held
instruments (were they canvas Pamela?) 
38. Tiller cover 
39. Amp meter for batteries 
40. Galvanized trailer 
41. Motor controls on tiller 
42. Linkage to connect motor to tiller 
43. Fuel tank tie-downs & security cable 
44. Flag (nice touch on New Song) 
45. Articulated trailer hitch ?? (like Alex's) 
46. Safety brake cable 
47. Jack heavy enough for boat and trailer with lug wrench 

Galley


48. Large non-stick skillet 
49. Measuring cup & spoons 
50. Spatula & ladle 
51. Paper towel holder 
52. Extra plates, cups & bowls 
53. Small salad spinner (also use as colander) 
54. More clips for closing bags, plus saran wrap 
55. More koozies to keep drinks cold 

Other ideas discussed:


A) Bungie storage? Possibilities include underside of laz lid or under a
seat 
B) Mosquito net version of poptop enclosure for better ventilation 
C) Tent enclosure for bimini (see Pamela) 
D) Real water tank (not a Rubbermaid storage bin) 
E) Through bolt to support rudder in up position for safe trailering 
F) Whisker pole 
G) Anchor light halyard 

Douglas Gardner
24 Oct 2000