It might seem basic but I used a rivet gun for the first time. It's a really useful way of securing two metal parts together...

I recently learned how to test the hardness of the water coming into the boat. Just one of the many routine checks...

As it's coming to the end of my "chief engineer" stint I can proudly say that everything has gone smoothly. Also it crossed my mind that I will get to meet some "new" crew in March...

Imagine you have a fire, Imagine it's in the engine room, say a generator's overheated and has blown up...

Making some serious progress on this steering bilge, hopefully I'll finish in time!

Within the 12 days when the Chief is away trying to fit in the work to paint the steering bilge is proving harder than expected... 

Have a great christmas everyone!!

When the weather changes, you need to know you can rely on your crew!

As the Chief Engineer leaves for Christmas, I will have responsibly of making sure the engineering side of the boat runs smoothly.