Category: Boat Refit

Electrics, plumbing, rigging, sails, paintjobs – the list of projects during a boat refit is endless. Find all the jobs we have attacked on Milagros here!

Removing Thru Hulls – 20 are too many

We are removing thru hulls in order to close the holes before we paint Milagros’ hull. But not everything is going smoothly and one of our big projects needs a reassessment and is therefore delayed.

Patricia • 2. March 2021 • 10 min read

Sanding Gelcoat – No Pain No Gain!

We’re diving into our first big project. Sanding the gelcoat off Milagros’ hull is very hard work! Too hard it seems some point. Ouch!

David • 24. February 2021 • 9 min read

Milagros in a Sandstorm

We discover a proper solution for the next steps in our hull project. With it come with a few days of free time in Puerto Peñasco, which leads to a couple of interesting experiences.

Patricia • 16. February 2021 • 10 min read

Twisted in the Engine Room

We learn what a prop shaft coupling is and how it can be removed. This brings us a step further in one of our big projects but requires a decision.

Patricia • 9. February 2021 • 9 min read

Sanding Antifouling – a Poisonous Matter

The old antifouling on our underwater hull has to go. But how do we get the poison cocktail off the boat? We try it the hard way, although everyone advises us not to.

David • 2. February 2021 • 9 min read

Is this your first boat?

The honeymoon is over and we are daring the big projects. As expected we encounter obstacles that have to be overcome. Our motto is: one step at a time.

Patricia • 26. January 2021 • 11 min read