On the Injured List
Thanks for reading on the injured list. I thought I’d get to fish this week, until the pad of my left thumb got sliced open Saturday afternoon, requiring six stitches. Had to keep it clean and dry, so I could not fish.
The nurse practitioner did nice work!
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Last week I wrote, “I also realized the old Bang-O-Craft needs transom-replacement surgery.” Working on the boat probably is not what the Doc had in mind (and I did tear one of the stitches out- ouchy!), but Monday I ripped out what was left of the old transom. It was in ridiculously bad shape. I’m lucky the motor didn’t just fall off.
The rest of the week was spent building and installing a new transom, which job was finished (including cleanup) about 330 Friday afternoon. After the sealant dries I’ll hang the motor and we’re good to go. Probably test it today.
The new transom.
From the rear.
The Bang-O-Craft is an old 14′ MonArk that I bought used in 1987. This is really the only serious maintenance it’s ever needed. It’s been awesome, super reliable.
That’s the on the injured list report. Thanks for reading!
Every day is a blessing. Don’t waste it- Go fishing! Go paddling! Take a walk! Stay active!
John Kumiski
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