by yacht fiona | Dec 26, 2020 | Fiona News Network
The diesel mechanic finally got to the boat last Monday. He carried out a compression test which the engine passed, so he judged it to be fundamentally sound. There is no doubt the engine ran better with the new exhaust system, but the engine still would not... by yacht fiona | Dec 21, 2020 | Fiona News Network
Happy Holidays! Here is what Christmas is like aboard Fiona. I have spent several Christmas’ aboard the boat. My first was sailing back from Tahiti to Long Island in 1991/92 after Edith passed away. For crew I had two young men, Chris and Pete, both in their... by yacht fiona | Dec 15, 2020 | Fiona News Network
Here is an update on Fiona maintenance. The diesel exhaust system has been completely replaced, right from the engine manifold to the thru hull fitting. Removing the lift tank and the old hoses resulted in the removal or destruction of 1. the bilge pump float switch... by yacht fiona | Nov 4, 2020 | Fiona News Network
Engine update; ‘Nobby’ Peers is looking at the engine. The exhaust hose and lift tank were both worn out and we are in the process of replacing them. Walter helped me to remove the old lift tank. Here is a nice water color I bought in New Bedford on... by yacht fiona | Oct 19, 2020 | Cruising History, Fiona News Network
A Short Cruise to Maine 2020 Fiona was launched in late August and was ready to depart in early September. The crew, Tom and Chuck, showed up a week early, we bent on the sails, loaded the heavy gear and did the food shopping. The recalcitrant freezer was fixed by the... 