Tropical Storm Preparation and Project Work

This week we prepared for Tropical Storm Gordon. Well, I say this week, but I should reference that it is "This week" as in this is the week the video is done editing, but the storm was the first of September. I discuss the challenges with side tie storm preparation as well as the risk of rising tides. You can also see how we settled for an alternative tie-up that improved our changes or lessening the damage. Additionally, we talk about some more work on the boat. A Gooseneck locking mechanism for the mizzenmast as well as starting to paint the bilge white. I remember stating I would never paint the bilge white because I didn't' own a showboat. Well the jokes on me, White is so much brighter and makes it so much easier to identify or see any drips or spills down there as well. Keywords; Storm prep, Tropical Storm, How to tie up a boat for a storm, Challenge with storm surge, TSGordon, Painting the bilge, white bilge, gooseneck, mizzenmast, Schaeffer marine, locking car, Don't forget to like and share this video Please check out our other videos as well and click on the playlist below for a couple we think you may enjoy. Our Refit Playlist - https://youtu.be/8wyNNpLAeNs Our Sailing to New Orleans Playlist - https://youtu.be/gzzteJxewAU Our Epoxy Vs Polyester Fiberglass test results - https://youtu.be/V1bXiKPYDKI Our series on hatches - https://youtu.be/7dNMu8s32kY and Our Series on new Freshwater Plumbing - https://youtu.be/8uv7ABaD3YM Some of the tools we mention in our videos are: Oscillating Multi-tool - https://amzn.to/2GtDpWC Carbide Grinding blade for the oscillating tool - https://amzn.to/2Gsovnz Ryobi Skill Saw (I have the corded) - https://amzn.to/2uKnm5o The Cordless version is here - https://amzn.to/2uJwOWA Small Trim Router (Great for tight places) - https://amzn.to/2GtkHmd *Please remember these are affiliate links and it helps us but doesn't cost you more if you buy from Amazon using these links. Join us on our journey as we continue to rebuild, refit and prepare our Formosa 51 Sailboat for our continued cruising journey. We have always loved the Formosa, bought one (on a bit of a whim) late in 2014, moved aboard this one right away and started to do our refit while living board. We are avid fans of Cruising Outpost and Good Ole Boat (Good Old Boat) magazines and love the ideas we get from them. Subscribe !! https://www.youtube.com/c/svdreamchaser?sub_confirmation=1 Support !! http://www.patreon.com/svdreamchaser Lets Connect !! - http://www.facebook.com/svdreamchaser - http://www.twitter.com/svdreamchaser - http://svdreamchaser.tumbler.com