We’ve been gently reminded that new content has been lacking – our feeble excuse is that we have been swamped. As it is Thanksgiving weekend and we have much for which to be thankful, a pause for a brief update on the FPB 78-1, starting with a couple on interior photos.
Until the boat is completed and afloat, it is difficult to get a sense of the interior. We can only photograph isolated bits, which are immediately protected from damage after installation. But these galley shots will at least give you a sense of the finish.
FPB 78-1 has a very modern aesthetic theme. FPB 78-2 and 78-3 have more traditional interiors.
A look aft here from the middle of the salon. In the aft starboard corner that is Pete Rossin, formerly of 64-3 Iron Lady, now awaiting delivery 78-3. Pete is checking out the circuit breaker logic.
Looking forward now at the TV cabinet with its doors closed.
There are two observation modes. Doors open, as shown above, will probably be the most used.
TV raised will be the favored position when there are a bunch of folks watching at anchor.
Two air conditioner evaporators and a heater installed. Note the insulation on the refrigerant lines.
Damage control pump and every day bilge pump plumbing.
Battery container, one of two, in a tank sump. This will hold six 1500 amp hour cells.
We ‘ll try to keep up a little better in the new year!
Posted by Steve Dashew (November 30, 2015)
November 30th, 2015 at 2:01 pm
What is the anticipated completion date?
December 4th, 2015 at 8:33 am
Hi Gene:
We should begin trials in April.
December 1st, 2015 at 3:20 pm
That thing is coming along fast. You two will be out cruising in no time. I love the level of interior finish you go with.
December 1st, 2015 at 9:41 pm
Love the white aesthetic for the joinery. I assume that’s an LP (or lacquer?) paint finish – how does it compare in terms of cost / labor to the typical FBP style?
Enjoy your holidays.
December 4th, 2015 at 8:31 am
Hi Chris:
The painted surfaces are a little more costly.
December 2nd, 2015 at 10:13 am
The wood-and-gloss-white kitchen is just stunning. Spectacular Job, looking forward to seeing more progress on this beauty!
December 3rd, 2015 at 6:08 pm
finally, a ‘time-window’ for a much-needed, long-overdue, ‘pre-cruise’-organizing/-prepping and ‘family-time’-break — yes?
December 4th, 2015 at 8:30 am
Yes!!!