Somerledi | Shannon 28 Updates

The upcoming Milbs Mobile Marine project will be readying a Shannon 28, Somerledi, for extensive cruising by her new owner. Over the past several months, I have been discussing with the owner plans for refreshing critical systems and components of this '84 Shannon 28 for an eventual Atlantic crossing.

The Shannon 28 is an American-built boat known for its purpose design for offshore sailing. Don't let the waterline fool you, this boat's lead keel is encapsulated, the hull is solid core fiberglass laminate, and the rudder hung on a deep skeg. Somerledi retains her original Yanmar and is in good working condition.

The mobile work that I will be doing on this upcoming project include taking the bottom down to her original gelcoat and addressing any laminate issue that may present - though upon my inspection, and after a pre-purchase survey, no osmotic blistering was detected. Rebuilding the bottom will include laminate work (if any is required), an epoxy-based barrier coat, and fresh antifoul paint. Above the waterline on the hull may include freshening up the original gelcoat or, at owner's discretion, may include new topsides paint. The rub rails, and potentially the toe rails, are to receive a freshening up on varnish. Removal of the rudder's trim tab will take place, and installation of a self-steering wind vane to follow. All bronze seacocks are in good condition, but need servicing to free them up as they are currently difficult for the owner to open and close. Also included in the scope of work is proper completion of the head install (partially complete at this point). Installation of a new electric windlass for the foredeck will be upcoming as well. Finally, loose ends here and there for Milbs Mobile Marine to likely manifest.

The standing rigging will be completely redone by Sail Ready Rigging of St Augustine. More to come...

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