Today, the 5th March 2018, A86 was moved on her trailer and repositioned in the barn so that all round access was possible. Many thanks to Mike Dixon for coming to the aid with his 4×4 and manoeuvring the trailer.
After this, Mike organised the lift off evolution, using four beer kegs and much timber of various sizes and wedges plus two hydraulic jacks to gradually lift the boat safely off the trailer and finally have the boat sitting on two oil drums and two beer kegs, with supporting tantalised sleepers.
Start time was around 8:30, and finish time was around 3pm. The mast was originally resting on an oil drum, but Mike needed the drum to support the boat, so the mast is now suspended from the roof.
Many thanks to Mike Dixon, for taking the time and effort to assist me in moving the boat upwards and onwards. There has been a steep learning curve during the past few days.
Payback will be getting afloat on the East Coast this summer…whatever happens, we are off to a good start in 2018…
thank you Mike
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Safely resting on oil drums to give clear access to the hull.
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The precarious bit – high enough to get the trailer out without touching the barrels or beams!
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“Bernard, I hit with my hammer and its come off in my hand ……”
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A smile and a hammer – The Commodore in his element.
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Sassi in her dry, snow free home. Every Atalanta should have one!
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Safely on her barrels.
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The mast now hanging from the roof to allow the oil drum it was resting on to be used in raising the boat.
Just posted off AOA60 form to Hon Sec…..with new wardrobe ordered….
I definitely have shed envy…
What is your guess for hours pleasantly engaged in restoration. It does look like you have less of a task than Mike though 😉
Bernard looking good just one thought when looking at how the mast is suspended just check that its supported along its full length as it could bend slightly in the middle under its own weight
Dom
Hi Dom
Thanks for your comments and advice. I checked the mast support out this morning and and made a slight adjustment.
Still loads to do….
Regards
Bernard
Bernard – fantastic progress. I have put you down for the East Coast Cruise and Race!
It is great to watch Atalantas being lifted off the trailer. (Particular if its not yours!) In fact, it puts me in mind to start a thread to pool experience and ideas on the task.
It is also great to see demonstrations of the the AOA living up to its purpose – owners helping each to maintain and sail our boats.
Looking forward to reading more about Sassi’s preparations for the Summer.
Cheers
Nick