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Hi All!
I’m quite touched that Dl resurrected my 2016 discussion. I haven’t been around much but you guys are near and dear to my heart

I’m trying to get Miss Ollie ready for this season. It’s been a hull of a year And years. I just got over Covid - Again! [3x!] & like one’s beloved dog - I got all my shots! Lol.

Sadly, this February, my boat’s inspiration and namesake, my mother - Ollie Gray passed away at 91. We had the privilege of her company the past few years, living in our home. And there she passed. I’m moving a bit slower these days as we readjust. Nevertheless, my family and I are grateful and thankful for the Very special times we have had and now even more, cherish.

So, getting ready for this season has also meant maintaining and upgrading some of my most important mods.
1. My oversized 8x6’ Bimini had to be changed out. Darned flatulent seagulls from last year ruined my bimini

2. I fried my AGM banks and just bought 4 LifePO4 100Ah batteries. 2 wired in parallel to give me a 200 Ah House Bank. And a 100Ah 24V bank [2 batts] to feed my 72” bow trolling motor. -idk if I listed that mod I use it to silently glide , backup and even a bow thruster, all as needed with remote control. I recommend The LifePO upgrade. It’ll double your house AHs at a third to half of the weight if you use golf batts, or AGMs etc.

3. I just reconnected my 22 gal bow water system for sink, transom wash down and propane hot water shower system.

4. I “Macguyvered” a Separate tiller steering control from the hydraulic steering for sailing and using the rudders. I’m hoping to get a better feel sailing and have backup steering should motor fail [had 3x]. Am glad I have the 24V bow trolling motor
Although I didn’t put the mast on last year & used trawler mode; Now that gas is creeping towards 6 bucks! - “Hoist up the John B sail! See how the main sail sets”…

5. The 115 Etec was serviced at end of last season so - ready to go. [for any inquiring I think the 3 cyl 90 is optimal for macs.]

And I’ll be putting in a new VHF in the cabin. And a new SiriusXM/ BT/ AM FM Radio with exterior and interior speakers.

This and a few dozen other forgotten reboots and hopefully Miss Ollie will be on her mooring soon

Hi Gazmn!

We are very sorry for your recent loss.
It leaves a hole that can’t be easily forgotten.
We’re glad she was able to be with you.

We’d love to know more about your trolling motor bow thruster!
Sounds like a unique & neat project worth knowing more about!

Best Regards
Over Easy

Sorry for your loss Gazmn. Had the same experience myself in 2021. Tough times, but glad you made some good memories.

Sounds like you've been busy and will continue to be busy getting Miss Ollie ready. Hope to hear of some exploits soon.

Glad to see you posting!

Sadly, this February, my boat’s inspiration and namesake, my mother - Ollie Gray passed away at 91. We had the privilege of her company the past few years, living in our home. And there she passed. I’m moving a bit slower these days as we readjust. Nevertheless, my family and I are grateful and thankful for the Very special times we have had and now even more, cherish.

Greg,

Sorry to read about this.

Our timing never did overlap so as to meet up (no longer have relatives on the island), but, maybe someday in the city?

My condolences

Gazmn wrote: ↑Mon Jun 13, 2022 8:38 pm
Sadly, this February, my boat’s inspiration and namesake, my mother - Ollie Gray passed away at 91. We had the privilege of her company the past few years, living in our home. And there she passed. I’m moving a bit slower these days as we readjust. Nevertheless, my family and I are grateful and thankful for the Very special times we have had and now even more, cherish.

Sorry for your loss Greg. I wondered and never knew the origin of your boat's name. How nice that her name and memory will live on with your Mac.

a 100Ah 24V bank [2 batts] to feed my 72” bow trolling motor. -idk if I listed that mod I use it to silently glide , backup and even a bow thruster, all as needed with remote control. I recommend The LifePO upgrade.

Yea, would love to see this mod.

4. I “Macguyvered” a Separate tiller steering control from the hydraulic steering for sailing and using the rudders. I’m hoping to get a better feel sailing and have backup steering should motor fail [had 3x].

Another mod I'm sure we would all love to see.

Hi Gazmn '
Sorry for ur loss I also lost my Mother Dec 2020 at 92 due to covid one wk before the Vax were approved back in Scotland I could not go to the funeral due to travel restrictions so watched on line , so I know what u r going thru , but her loving memories will live long in ur heart & mind

Nice to hear from u been a while , I have an utrisonic bird beeper that keeps the birds away, a lot of guys buy these 8ft multi coloured string streamers that kids buy for birthday party,s from the Dollar Store & tie to to their antenna,s works when the wind is blowin
keep up with the Mods
& don,t forget to post pic,s

J

Wow Guys!
I’m awed and Grateful to all the condolences and we’ll wishes. Thank you All.

John I’m so sorry for your loss. Covid 2020 was hard and confusing and…
Yes I am comforted by good times and tender moments as I hope you are consoled too.

I didn’t realize how long it’s been since posting a mod - or a mess, depending on how you look at it.

Over Easy - I’m taking pics now of bow thruster and hope to write it up after I get the boat in the water.

Ray - I’m sorry we didn’t catch up again. We’re literally ‘ships passing’, lol.

Thanks Jimmy. Thanks Dland

Steering mod will be up - once it works on water, Russ. I feel like the Professor while boat is on my driveway. I just gotta hope to not turn into Gilligan on the water, lol.

Nothing says "dear to my heart" like free pizza. Just sayn'.

Gazmn wrote: ↑Mon Jun 13, 2022 8:38 pm Hi All!
I’m quite touched that Dl resurrected my 2016 discussion. I haven’t been around much but you guys are near and dear to my heart

You got it Bro!

Everybody, pizza's on me