Ariel #27

[mbd]

...might we ask what details were interesting?

Well, it looks like a previous owner has done a lot of work at some point. A quick list: green topsides paint, no lifelines or stern/bow pulpits, after market forward port, looks like  an alternate configuration of winches on the coamings (spinnaker?), a scupper on the stern quarter, non-stock cabin-top handrails, navigation lights mounted on teak pads, (and after your pics) engine controls in the cockpit for an outboard, a traveler for your main sheet, and someone has already mentioned your shortened mast...

The previous owners of my Ariel lived in Stockton Springs and sailed out of Belfast! Now we sail out of South Portland.

Again, a hearty welcome aboard! As others have already said you'll find tons of info and many great restoration gurus here who are always happy to give advice and tips.

[Tony G]

Welcome aboard Megan and Adam.  You guys are set to have a blast with #27.  As Mike pointed out the previous owners have done what appears to be a lot of changes to her already.  All of which seem like good choices. All that remains is some paint and polish!  

Speaking for all left-handers out there (here)-post pictures!

[MegandAdam]

 Much appreciated Ariel 109; I have seen many videos of Noesis in our search for Ariel footage.
  And to you as well Carl thank you, after the first day of restoration the pressure washer sounds like a potential avenue. We used a floor brush to start but focused more on the teak removal and cataloging. And the search option will I am sure come in handy soon enough.
  Wow Mike…I must admit having to research some of the terms however am appreciative for the educated insight into our unique Ariel. I only hope when complete our restorations will evoke such notice…in a positive light that is.
  Thank you Tony G. Adam and I drooled over your woodworking in the restoration pictures you posted. The curvatures and sheer craftsmanship were to say the least…most impressive!

[MegandAdam]

 So...March 4^TH our official commencement of restoring our yet to be named Ariel.
  Quick, to the boatyard!
 
  We are here somewhere...
 
  There we are in the back with the blue tarp.

  Adam started off using a floor brush on the loose paint in the forepeak.

[MegandAdam]

I was in charge of cataloging and dismantling the teak sections.
     Lucky Dawg described how his hardware cataloging had made the process of reinstalling much easier, so I copycatted the drug bust look.
   

[MegandAdam]

Emma is the official “lookout” for pirates.
   
    And some mystery teak? We have as of yet to figure out what these pieces belong to. Any ideas?
     
    Caught on break by the little one.
   
We think this is brass and if so in need of some clean up also.
   

[MegandAdam]

Just under six hours later…the Saab is packed full with teak, tools and a tot. Ready to head home and call it a day.

 

[MegandAdam]

Day two; sanding experimentation at the shop. Adam used simple 40 grit, then 60, 80 and finally 120 to get a basic idea of what to look for in appearance and feel.
       
[FONT="]…more to come soon. Thanks for all your support! Megan:) [/FONT]

[Tony G]

Hey!  You guys are off and running!  It is kind of astonishing how many pieces there are when you start to take things off a boat.  And how much they start to look alike, or, sometimes, and, somehow they start to not look like what they are!?!  Add to that challenge you have a few things that are not stock-I really like your companion way ladder.  And photos!!! You guys rule the day.

[MegandAdam]

You aren't kidding! Thanks to Lucky Dawgs cataloging pictures to mimic and a legal pad sketch of the boat labeled with each part and its' proper home, I hope to avoid such potential re-installation mishaps.

[carl291]

I think you are very experienced sailors.... I good lookout for pirates is a top priority off the barbarous coast of Maine! You never know when a band of Canadian seafarers may sweep into the harbor seeking an easy booty!!!