Even with the additional expense I am still running well ahead of budget- so much so that I was able to get new blades and a sanding station. Toby was able to provide a nice chop saw with a full stand as well as a drill press to round out my collection of 20" and 14" band saws, a 3 hp planer, table saw and a 3 hp shaper. At the last minute I secured a decent jointer and the table saw came with a full size 220 volt dust collection system with 100+' of hose, gates and fittings.
The one drawback to my space is that I have to share a 100 amp service connection with just two 220V circuits. Knowing I'd be stuck with it for the duration I've put considerable time and effort into crafting a layout that will maximize workspace without an excessive electrical buildout.
At this point things started looking up. My trailer problems were addressed by Jay Picote at the Museum of Yachting. He graciously permitted use of the tailer for MOY's Fish class boat, Anchovy. With some fast and loose plate swaping and a 12 dollar set of backup lights from Harbor Freight we took our (sort of) road ready trailer up to Bristol on the 15th to collect our prize.
John Palmeri- Museum director- looks on as Marlin rises out of her cradle for the first time in 10+ years.
Safely onto MOY's trailer (that's Toby Green's truck- also generiously donated to the effort)
On the road for the short trip back to Newport
Inside her new home.
Getting her off the trailer was something of a struggle (the floor slopes in two directions).
A special thanks to my wife for assistance in getting the boat properly blocked.
Marlin meets her new friends. Note the machinery area in the back right corner.
July would end with a short but much deserved family vacation to Philadelphia with the anticipation of starting some real work.
