Chip & Debbie Willis on s\v Elegant'sea: 2024

Remote test for stern spotlight 2024

We finished off our spotlight remote wiring and some other wiring items. One item was a wire I cut by mistake and other wiring clean up and labeling. Tonight Debbie walked to the other side of the fairway in our Marina and tried the remote.

Ordered another SEEKR Sirocco II™ Fan by Caframo. This one is white to replace the one in the Bora fan head. The fan in the head has been repaired once but now it is making an odor.

December 2024 ⛵ Chip & Debbie 💑 curently in Marina de La Paz, La Paz BCS (Baja), Mexico

A fan in the head making an odor is no surprise you say? Well it is an electrical type of oder so we will replace it. A friend is bringing it down from the states when they return.

Purchased from Amazon.

Starlink cable routing and stern paint 2024

Debbie in her (not so) favorite spot - this time deep in the starboard lazerett. We cut our Starlink cable and are relocating it to where it should be, going through the cam clam.

Debbie trying to be in the lazerett! We are doing some wiring cleanup and installing a new remote for our spotlight. Our old remote was under the center stern solar panel where it sat for the last 10 years or so before it stopped working.

The pvc pipe that holds the metal pipe is going to be replaced along with the metal pipe.

West Systems will be used to hold it all together and then a two part paint to make it look good.

And so it begins. We are having our stern painted. Beto is doing the painting with Interlux paint.

Debbie and I fixed the sheaves on our outhaul line that goes into the end of the boom. The line had gotten stuck between the sheave and the boom, slipping out of the sheave. It was really jammed in there.

Selecting placement of new fan.

This is one of the three new SEEKR Sirocco II™ Fans by Caframo we are installing. This is replacing the three Bora fans made by the same company. The Bora fans have the on/off and speed switch in the middle and the switch breaks.

We helped remove our anchor locker hatch up on our forward deck and Chava took it fof a paint match. Then he came back with the hatch cover and a better match for the paint. He repainted the scupper area with the Imeron two part paint and it does match nicely.

We finished off the stateroom Caframo fan replacement project and the new Caframo Sirocco fan and it works good however the project was more involved than we thought. No surprise as it is a boat project!

It was way over time to have our hull cleaned and waxed. In fact, it has been some years. Our boat is 46 years old and the gelcoat is worn thin but still looks OK. We may get the stern painted and new lettering for the name and home port.

While he was here he saw Debbie sanding our stern LED spotlight. Chava said "let me do that with the two part paint - it will last longer, and free". We have painted it a couple of times over the years. This time we are relocating it so I do not have to move it to put on the Summer boat cover.

Picked up a new pair of fins for cleaning the bottom of the boat. They are small but all I need. They could also do double duty for snorkling. We got them at Ferre-mar where they sell a lot of fishing gear.

This summer we had our port and starboard inside grab rails varnished along with new varnish on our deck and our helm seat. Chava did a nice job. I had done the deck about 10 years ago and it was needing a redo and same with the helm seat.

Chava and his helper removed our stern steps to repair/replace the hinge. This is a big job and one we have wanted to do, or in this case have done for a long time.

Marina de La Paz is our our new home.

Marina Costa Baja in La Paz is our old Marina.

Stateroom luverd doors out for varnishing 2024

Our last major varnishing job that has never been done. These are our privacy teak shutters that close off our pullman berth.

A11N Pickleball Bag, Reversible Crossbody Sling Bag/Backpack.

This Bag will come in handy for my pickleball gear. Can carry this as à Sling Bag or backpack.

AKM Scuba Diving Adjustable,Cub,Holiday,Weight harness.

I decided it was time for a new dive belt. I clean the bottom while at anchor and my belt tends to slip around my waist when I am cleaning the bottom. It is a pain.

We purchased 3 yards of Phifertex Plus white shade fabric, white PremioBond Text 90 (V-93) white UV bonded polyester https://www.sailrite.com/, 4 oz (1350 yards) and 10 each DOT fasteners buttons and sockets. This is in order to redo the shade on our side windows in the 90% shade - right now the shade is only 70% with some 90% pieces we add in on the port side temporarily.

We purchased this from Sailrite.

Stainless Steel Toothbrush Holder Stand - 2024

iDesign Steel Toothbrush Holder Stand The York Collection – Four Divided Compartments, 3.25” x 3.25” x 5.75”, Split Finish

Outdoor Faucet Covers for Winter, Actgan 8.3"H x 6"W Thickened Outside Garden Faucet Socks for Freeze Protection, Reusable Insulated Faucet Covers,...

September 2024 - Chip & Debbie - Currently in Marina Costa Baja in La Paz, Mexico (Currently housesitting in San Diego, SoCal)

We had bees try to get fresh water in our boat while up in the Sea of Cortez last cruising season and this will make it easier to stop them from trying to get into our freshwater faucets.

Purchased from Amazon.

Tent Stakes Sand Stakes for beach shade - 2024

Tent Stakes Sand Stakes for Beach Tent 10 Pack Spiral Anchor Stakes 9.4 Inch Heavy Duty Screw Canopy Stakes for Camping, Hiking and More (10, Blue)

At least two screens/scoops for the thru hulls are broken on the bottom of the boat. They are missing at least one tooth of the screen. We decided to pick up one #5 scoop and some screws for it. It is for a 3/4 thru-hull at San Diego Marine Exchange.

Headlamp Rechargeable,1200 Lumen Ultra Bright LED Head Lamp Flashlight with White Red Light, 2 Pack Motion Sensor Waterproof Headlight.

Debbie already bought a new LED headlamp at Home Depot last month, but I saw these and thought I should get a new one also, they come in a pair. Purchased from Amazon.

SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A9+and extras purchased 2024

SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab A9+ Plus 11” 128GB Android Tablet, Big Screen, Quad Speakers, Upgraded Chipset, Multi Window Display, Slim, Light, Durable, Kids Friendly Design, US Version, 2024

Our tables we have now are old by today's standards. We are hoping this will take the place of my laptop and tablet we currently have.

Sperry Men's Billfish 3-Eye Boat Shoe

I did need something to wear while we are underway on our Islander Freeport 36' sailboat. I would go like this; I would walk up and raise the anchor in my Crocks because they would get dirty from the washing down of the anchor etc.

Update:

We sent these back as I need a 13 winde which they do not make I belive. I did like the Sperry Sport shoe also but Sam problem. I just want so deck shoes for sailing while not on the hook or at the dock.

Speerise Mens Spandex Bodysuit Long Sleeve Unitard Zipper

Purchased this from Amazon for when the baby's from the man-of-war are around, they sting but I can still be in the warm water cleaning the bottom or snorkeling without getting stung.

3pcs 5 inch Polishing Pads, 5'' Orbital Buffer Pads Hook and Loop Buffing Pads, Foam Polish Pad for Compounding, Polishing and Waxing, for 5'' Backing Plate

Crocs Unisex-Adult Classic Clogs

These I like for working around the boat. They protect my feet from stays and my heals from the stays and other object. Easy on/off and they float. They can get dirty\wet raising the anchor and clean up easily. I have been ripping the strap off and the buttons that hold it on so they do not scratch up the deck while i am working on my knees or catch on things without the strap attached.

Leedor Beach Tent Sun Shelter Instant Beach Umbrella Easy Cabana with UPF 50+ UV Portable Windproof Pop Up Shade for 3 to 4 Person for Family.

Haven't talked much about my CPAP machine on the boat. Currently I have a ResMed AirSense™ 11 AutoSet™ CPAP Machine. I turned off the AutoSet because I was getting RainOut (water in the hose) in the tube and mask. I use the settings #4 humidity level and 82deg for hose temperature.

FitVille Wide Pickleball Shoes for Men Tennis Shoes Sneakers for All Court Racquetball Athletic Shoes for Racquet Sport | Arch Support & Wide Toe Box

SmartPlug BF30 Female Connector/Gasket Kit.
Purchased from Amazon because we either lost these parts or they we never packaged with our smart plug.

Fiber USAPA Approved Pickle Ball Paddle Indoor Outdoor Rackets
We purchased these paddles at 50% off from Amazon.

RIS USA WOOZOO Oscillating Fan, Vortex Fan, Remote Equipped 3-in-1 Fan w/ Timer/ Multi Oscillation/ Air Circulator/ 3 Speed Settings, 52ft Max Air Distance, Large.

We purchased tis line from Ropeandchord web site. This is to replace the detreated lines that are on our dinghy tubes. We put them on every year after we reinstall our dinghy chaps and they are starting to fall apart because of the sun.

Mellbree 2-Pack Tire Valve Extension, 90 Degree Schrader Tire Valve Stem Extension Brass Adaptor Compatible for Passenger Cars, Stroller, Bicycles,...

We had purchased these some years ago (2021) and they are still working great on our DaNard dinghy wheels. They really help putting air in the tubes.

Just never did post about them till now.

Bote life belt purchased - 2024

BOTE Life Jac ket Manual Inflatable Mechanism Teen to Adult Life Vest Fanny Pack Inflatable PFD Waist US Coast Guard Approved CO2 Included Unisex Belt Pack Manual Inflatable Life Jacket Adjustable.

Just purchased two Caframo Sirocco II fans for our Islander Freeport 36 B plan sailboat. We had four Caframo Bora fans but two of them broke over the years. Well three broke but one is still very functional.

Found the swim cap to keep the critters out of my ears while cleaning the boat waterline/bottom in worm water.
Guess my nose is big!
Purchased from Amazon.
August 2024 - ⛵ Chip & Debbie 💑 Currently in Marina Costa Baja in La Paz, Mexico (Currently housesitting in San Diego, SoCal)

New Sampson hurricane dock lines purchased - 2024

Sampson Dock Lines.

Our 5/8" hurricane lines are getting a bit old. We use them to tie up the boat during hurricane season, with stainless steel thimbles spliced on one end and 3/8" chain around the cleat on the dock.

Amarine Made Double Braided Nylon Dock Lines 7700 lbs Breaking Strength (L:25 ft. D:5/8 inch Eyelet: 15 inch) 4 Pack of Marine Mooring Rope Boat Dock Lines Working Load Limit:1540 lbs

While cruising up in the Sea of Cortez this past season we had trouble with our davit winch. The remote sensor we found had developed some loose wiring in it. We repaired it by reserved the wires and it started working again. In the interim we had tried using alligator clips on the motor studs and connected to the batteries for on and off, raising and lowering.

Breeze Aero 11′6″ Classic Cypress Inflatable Paddle Board

We brought this down to Mexico from the US around the beginning of the year. It has been serving me just fine since then. Part of the reason for changing to an inflatable board was the safety factor.

We started our "Smart Plug" installation. Also we installed a USB charger where our cigarette lighter plug was underneath the old 30-amp shore power plug. Debbie did all the lazarette work and all the wire connections and the Smart Plug we got installed fine.

Whitecap Industries 60326 Teak Outboard Mounting Bracket

Our teak outboard motor mount was cracked on the back side. Also, it was beat up after about 10 years of use. We opted for a new one and had Chava varnish it up while we were out cruising the Sea of Cortez. It came out nice and we mounted it. We have a T-setup on our stern for a mounting option. Our outboard is sitting on it already! Purchased from Amazon.

Samsung S22+ 256GB Green Unlocked

The smartphone we currently have is not seeing our Starlink router so we can make WiFi calls or VoIp calls. That was a problem when we were out cruising for a couple months in the Sea of Cortez. We had no cell service and wanted to use the internet for calls, but it was not happening.

There are two other boats here, a big cat and a trimaran.

The temperature has been in the mid 80s all day and high 70s during the evening. Quite nice! A lot cooler than Aqua Verde. The Anchorage has been a bit rolly and we are all behind the reef on the south side.

I had to sit on the side deck of our Islander Freeport 36 ft sail boat to try to stay cool with the little breeze we had in 91 deg F temperature. Songs included "Needle and the Damage Done", "Ring of Fire", "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Pamela Brown". Debbie is my groupie (and photographer)!