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As this is an Atomic 4 forum it's safe to assume we all have aged boats with extensive project lists.

As much as I enjoy sailing, it at least equals the energy and satisfaction I get out of of restoration/improvements/repairs. Doesn't matter to me if I'm out on the water or up to my elbows in the bilge, I love it all.

Kalina, nee Osprey, really showed her age when I bought her and the price reflected it, causing dereliction alarms to go off with the marina when I applied for a slip and the insurance company to whom I made application.

I gave up 2 years of sailing to refit her properly and attempt to bring back some of her elegance. It's been a love affair, I give to her and she has always given back.

Here's how she looked when I bought her






and how she looks today





And I still have a list of projects:

1. Complete window restoration
2. Keel bolt replacement
3. New engine panel (add tach)
4. Replace engine harness to get rid of THOSE plugs
5. Install new anchor windlass (and another battery)
6. Add quarter berth opening port to cockpit
7. Replace lifelines

Edit:
DVD - I worked at Jensen Marine from '73 to '75, was there when your boat was built.