S1E28. DIY Sailboat Refit: Fighting the List, Leaks, and Limited Time
Welcome back aboard the chaos! In this episode, I dive into a real-life day of boat refit madness — moving nearly 60 pounds of solid wood to fix the boat’s slight list to starboard, cleaning up leaks, rerouting hoses, and realizing just how much wiring and plumbing insanity lives behind the panels.
From swapping a hot water heater element for a quick win, to scrubbing out a mysterious leak that stinks up the bilge, it’s one of those “one job turns into ten” kind of days aboard. You’ll also get a glimpse into my future plans — from balancing the weight with a washer-dryer move to planning upgrades like Garmin electronics and a total cabin re-layout before heading south.
I’m tackling the real side of boat refit life — shifting weight, fixing leaks, and trying to figure out why my sailboat’s leaning to starboard. From cutting panels to rewiring, cleaning out the bilge, and hunting down bad plumbing, it’s all part of getting this boat ready to move again.
If you’ve ever wondered what real boat work looks like — no polish, no filters — this is it. Follow along as I balance the boat, move 60 pounds of solid wood, troubleshoot systems, and somehow find time to cook dinner and keep the lights on.
🪚 What’s inside this episode:
– Moving weight to fix a starboard list
– Dealing with leaks, wiring, and bad plumbing
– DIY sailboat refit tips and mistakes
– Living aboard while rebuilding everything
If you love real boat work, salty honesty, and the ups and downs of sailboat restoration, this one’s for you.
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Jonathan sold everything in Ohio to purchase a neglected 1996 Henry Morgan 57 in the Northern California. Operating under the channel Sailing UV, he and his 100lb Doberman, Violet, are currently executing a massive technical refit near Sausalito. As of 2026, the project focuses on heavy electrical diagnostics and advanced gyro stabilization before attempting a global circumnavigation.
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