But the cabin sides and cockpit are still in undercoat waiting for a glossy top coat - and until that is done we can't replace all the deck hardware, refit the ceilings we removed to access the fastenings, or replace the rig. And there is still a long list of other jobs to be done - yesterday I replaced the broken handle on a seacock, but then found the valve wouldn't fully close even with a new handle - so that needs to be replaced, the new cockpit shower I fitted is still not plumbed in because the connectors are non standard and I haven't yet found anyone with the right parts, I need to replumb the gally foot pumps for seawater and fresh water (you use far less water if you have to manually pump every drop - we turn off the pressure water offshore), the engine and generator need a service, and so on. This last week would have been perfect weather for the sail up to Fiji, lets hope there is some good weather when we are ready to go!
