AC Voltage Line Meter purchased - 2018

AC Voltage Line Meter

We purchased this meter from Amazon.com.
This will allow us to check the voltage at the dock box power source before connecting to s\v Elegant'sea.

20 Pack 1-Inch Side Release Plastic Buckles purchased - 2018

20 Pack 1 Inch Side Release Plastic Buckles ( Black )

 The purpose I have for these is to go with the 1" black strapping we purchased.

Helm seat arms - decided to remove the putty and put in teak plugs - 2018

We received the helm seat arms from Cadillac Furniture here in Ajijic with the screw holes filled with wood putty as explained earlier. After wetting the arms to simulate them being varnished, we decided that the putty must go.

HVAC hose purchased for flushing both HVAC units - 2018

This hose will get cut to size when we are back on the boat and ready to do the flushing.

Our 5-piece cabinet set of doors got another coat of varnish - 2018

Another round of sanding and prepping and another coat of varnish. 

They are starting to show progress.

Beta 38 hp engine work all done: heat exchanger, exhaust hose, zinc threads etc - 2018

 Using our Stant 12270 30 Pound Cooling System And Pressure Cap Tester, Luis tested the stack tube/heat exchanger to be fine, no leaks.

Lake Chapala - Chapala Central Market - Downtown - 2018

Lake Chapala   , Chapala Central Market area.

Helm seat arms went to the custom furniture store in Ajijic, Mexico, got new teak ones back - 2018

Here you see the helm seat arms before Debbie painted them, years ago. 

These were a real good idea from the previous owner. Only problem is they are soft wood, not teak.

Ajijic organic market, some good food and notice the big guitar - 2018

Debbie and I went to Ajijic organic market on Tuesday and had some good food..

Got bitten by a cat and my hand is swollen - no guitar, sanding or varnishing for a bit - 2018

  At our current house sit in Chapala up in the mountains, we are caring for two cats. One was quite ornery and bit my hand. We needed to put shots of meds in his mouth twice a day using a syringe (no needle involved) and he needs to go to the vet twice a week for IV fluids. 

Horses riding by here at our house sit at Chapala, up in the mountains - 2018

 Yes we are house sitting now in Chapala up in the mountains. We are by Lake Chapala and staying cool in the summer heat. About every day horses ride by so I decided to get them on camera. When over in Ajijic there were lots of horses. also so the whole area here.

Summering in Lake Chapala - Ajijic area - Real pony ride, Malecon - 2018

Real ponies or minature horses for the pony ride.

Varnishing five cabinet doors during Summer in Ajijic, Mexico - 2018

 We brought the last five doors on s\v Elegant'sea with us for varnishing this summer. All getting varnished with gloss.

HVAC On Break control purchased for back up or immediate use - 2018

CM Controls ICM203 Delay on Break Timer, 18-240 Vac, 1.25" Height, 2" Width 2" Length

Thermometer and Humidity Gauge purchased for the salon - 2018

Zoo Med Economy Analog Dual Thermometer and Humidity Gauge

Black Zipper Lock Mesh Storage Bags purchased for organizing - 2018

Black Zipper Lock Mesh Storage Bags Cosmetic Make Up Travel Organizer Bags Pencil Case 9x7 Inch 5 PCS by ZXSWEET

The mesh bags are being brought down to us in Mexico by the Lake Chapala MuleService, a Facebook group.

We purchased this on Amazon.com.

August 2018 - s\v Elegant'sea is currently in Paradise Village Marina in Banderas Bay Mexico

August 2018- We are currently in Ajijic which is a town by Lake Chapala ,Mexico; we are pet/house sitting.

Mitt for washing s\v Elegant'sea,SS easy on the hands - 2018

Relentless Drive Ultimate Car Wash Mitt - 2 pack Extra Large Size - Premium Chenille Microfiber Wash Mitt - Wash Glove - Lint Free - Scratch Free.

Nylon Strapping Webbing Material for kayak deck strapping on passages - 2018

Houseables Nylon Strapping Webbing Material, Heavy Climbing Flat Strap, 1 Inch W x 10 Yard, Black, UV Resistant Fabric, Web for Bags, Backpacks, Belts, Harnesses, Slings, Collars, Tow Ropes

The webbing is being brought down to us in Mexico by the Lake Chapala MuleService, a Facebook group.

We purchased this on Amazon.com.

August 2018 - s\v Elegant'sea is currently in Paradise Village Marina in Banderas Bay Mexico

August 2018- We are currently in Ajijic which is a town by Lake Chapala ,Mexico; we are pet/house sitting.

Honda female fuel line connector to engine, for backup - 2018

Moeller Marine Fuel Line Engine Barb Connector (Honda, 3/8", Female)

Johnson Pumps 09-810B-1 Impeller Kit(s) purchased for Beta 38 hp motor - 2018

We purchased two of these Johnson Pumps 09-810B-1 Impeller Kits.
We just inspected and swapped out our Impeller for the coming winter season of cruising. We will have these kits as back-ups.T
These kits are being brought down to us in Mexico by the Lake Chapala Mule Service, a Facebook group. We purchased this on Amazon.com.

August 2018 - s\v Elegant'sea is currently in Paradise Village Marina in Banderas Bay Mexico

August 2018 - We are currently in Ajijic which is a town by Lake Chapala ,Mexico; we are pet/house sitting.