<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Mitey MO]]></title><description><![CDATA[FINale]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/my-blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:48:07 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[XVI. Repairs Below the Waterline]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is what we are starting with. Luckily not much rot, some plywood seam separation &#38; large sections of missing fiberglass. There are different types of repairs. We are set up with enough marine plywood to re-cover but that is not necessary. Half of the lower hull has been stripped of fiberglass, we’ll: fair recover with 2 layers of 6oz fiberglass mat saturate with epoxy resin peel-ply Final fairing Paint The other half will get seams  patched with epoxy “glue” then covered with a single...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/xvi-repairs-below-the-waterline</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691a63fc560695af7d2f39a6</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:01:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_369c1cd7462f46f08280274726f037fe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[XV. Roll, Roll, Roll Your Boat]]></title><description><![CDATA[We start by flipping the boat to improve access. A quick inspection reveals some minor rot, a couple of dings to patch and a lot of missing fiberglass. Building a double gantry to Lift boat onto trailer for less stress on us. Checked a number of DIY implementations - basic design was single gantry, big feet &#38; centered chain fall on oversized beam. I was looking for a design with four lift points rather than one. Finally, made my own design. Key points were retractable casters, low enough to...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/xv-below-the-waterline</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690803025ec6ee366ea11756</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 01:23:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_8f43b6048e7f4669a2ff8cf34a56af40~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[XIV. Outboard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conducted initial assessment of Evinrude Lark. The good news is that there is compression (only 30-50 lbs) - the bad news probably going to need work on ignition &#38; carburetor. Status unknown for fuel pump, starter &#38; transmission. After some discussion with Gregorie, the mobile mechanic, we arrived at the following options: Traditional restoration of actual motor - acquire parts, as needed, DIY Traditional restoration of actual motor - job out entire project Give up on this motor &#38; replace...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/iv-outboard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fa45f74155d4912bd6e018</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:24:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_981b292e4d4140a98ba075b8a0eb0d8e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PHASE TWO - Operational]]></title><description><![CDATA[Phase One was to provide a respectable entry to the 2025 Georgetown Wooden Boat Show. Phase Two to include (in no particular order): Trailer upgrade chains replace tires register Below waterline flip boat patch with epoxy fiberglass paint flip back Outboard (Lark) get running controls Register Boat bilge pump safety gear register Seats (Phase Three?) Windshield (Phase Three?)]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/phase-two-operational</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f7b1ebe918d777ec1f7b87</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:31:19 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[XIII. Georgetown Wooden Boat Show 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ready to travel At show On local TV]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/xiii-georgetown-wooden-boat-show-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f1926a22f12a68eccf7eab</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:54:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_6b3fa8ad42ff471f9c69c83537a82b4c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[XII. Custom Floor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here’s a step by step procedure to construct removable flooring panels 1) fabricate and install framing “sisters” to both support the flooring &#38; add structure to existing frames, AKA thwarts. 2) fabricate and install fixed centerline board, AKA stringer, painted trim blue (changed to varnished mahogany) flush with flooring. 3) for each panel. Prep flooring boards with denatured alcohol. 4) line panel edges in boat with parchment paper to maintain portability. 5) build panel from centerline...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/xii-custom-floor</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a8d4adfc6baf3a9b927d34</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 22:24:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_1d9409ad65094cca9928fadd156c0992~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[XI. Lower Hull Exterior]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull was originally fiberglassed to the waterline. Unfortunately, this  eventually broke down. A previous owner removed some of the...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/xi-lower-hull-exterior</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68a2717334b07f0731c1d7e9</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:39:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_bb25c2cc895d47dfa2002d83e54770f1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[X. Seating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Original seats are complete but a little rough. Cleaned up pretty good. These will have to be sent off to a marine upholstery shop for a redo. Update - got a couple of “ballpark” estimates. Cost estimated at $1-2k per seat :-( Going to need a Plan B Update June 2026 Started to prep these for professional re-covering. Got a bit of a surprise with the padding… Here is what I found after a bit of research: Kapok: Harvested from the seed pods of the kapok tree, this down-like fiber was the...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/x-seating</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689696a57fa44b45a85241fc</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:35:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_9b25311b0af54652ac59624e477c5a72~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IX. Interior Re-Finishing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lot of spongy but recoverable wood. First step will be limpit holes through the frames. When we washed boat the water backed up rather...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/ix-interior-re-finishing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689694351b5d45172bba6bdd</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:30:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_414aa468e888468eb26bc0bcffd71627~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIII. Deck Re-Finishing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deck appears to be teak. Light washing was ineffective. Have to switch to a serious cleaner. After using Teak Cleaner first pass  Deck...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/viii-deck-re-finishing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689690807fa44b45a8523f34</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:19:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_b65c671471ca46beb661371d6f200295~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[VII. Windshield Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is an outline for windshield on the boat.  I researched this a bit and located a vendor that will custom mold from dimensions. So,...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/vii-windshield-replacement</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68968e5d1b5d45172bba6816</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 00:03:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_f67be25dadf249189c78fb8141cf654b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[VI. Transom Repair]]></title><description><![CDATA[As noted is the previous post, there is substantial rot in the bilge adjacent to the transom. There are at least three options: 1) Stabilize existing material using penetrating epoxy. Unfortunately, the wood is too far gone for this. 2) Replace the entire transom. Apparently this approach is popular with wood boat restorers. They cut around with a sawzall. But I was advised by people envious owner that due to plywood construction the hull would spring out and would be very difficult to get...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/vi-transom-repair</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687fb3298f2d05ec9884dbb4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 16:13:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_87bf9e1853a24eb6891ab7903570c2bd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[v. Getting Started]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first consideration is that I want to enter the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show in October. Clearly the project will not be complete but...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/v-getting-started</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68758b8bed044a58094a7f1a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:57:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_5f2e4bc96b97414f8d7ff7a309ee797d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IV. Delivery]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s 6/29/25 and the shipper has just picked up the boat. Hoping for an uneventful journey from Missouri to South Carolina It’s 7/12/25...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/iv-delivery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684d85ac3b222c5f65543c70</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:50:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_2eb7c07a60ce41a69baaa62f38529fc4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[III. Kit Boat Research]]></title><description><![CDATA[It took a bit of “old school” internet searching but I found the actual plans that are still for sale some 70 years later. As I have the...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/iii-kit-boat-research</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6849e25c3b222c5f6552048c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:22:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_911aef95fb2c4066ae49c87e7f3f1ef2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_856,h_599,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[II. Pre-Purchase Photo Gallery]]></title><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/ii-pre-purchase-photo-gallery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684899b9e699f36c875e6f5a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:21:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_2bb9e3b07bd84ff7aa28ab0189267f19~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I. What Kind of Boat?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Well I’ve done two partial, antique, inboard, wooden boat restorations (why partials are two stories for another day). These boats were...]]></description><link>https://dougmcq000.wixsite.com/mitey-mo/post/i-what-boat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6849e5b43b222c5f65520728</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 22:48:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/910a30_19e05261a1a04154ae13a71bddb0ab46~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Doug McQ</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>