WORK CONDITION/PROGRESS REPORT On January 20, 1996, I re-visited the vessel, SELF-RELIANCE, a CT 49 cutter owned by Dr. David Weisher. The vessel is undergoing major restoration and upgrading under the agency of Port Captain (Mack Horton) of Beaufort, NC. The purpose of the current examination was to review work done, and to examine the systems so far installed, specifically in respect to their compliance with ABYC standards. On this is date the following systems were evaluated: fuel tanks, exhaust systems; steering; plumbing; modifications to backstay chainplates. Findings: Fuel tanks: aluminum. Custom tanks. They carry no manufacturers plaque and therefore should be labeled with tank capacity. The following warning statement: 'WARNING Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard. Inspect system at least annually. should be placed on or near the vicinity of the tank where it can be seen during mechanical maintenance. Tank is well located and held down. Exhaust system: water lift type. Riser out of engine to muffler and lift, the systems then goes two more rises before exiting via the transom. Because of the many bends in the system, the manufacturer has recommended, and the installation has been made with a size over the standard for this vessel. All the joins were tight and well done. Plumbing: Valves are of an approved type, all being as reasonably accessible as possible. Hoses are of an appropriate reinforced type, and are double clamped on through hull configurations. The bilge pump installation is effective, using the two level sump, double pump layout, which is both efficient and sensible to use. Backstay Chainplates: modified. During my previous inspections, it had been noted that the angle of the back stay chain plate was incorrect, and inspections were loft for a re-design which would properly distribute the load, rather than the original design which put the whole load on one fastening. This design has been implemented and carried out per my suggestions. Port installation was re-inspected: The ports are of a heavy seagoing type. They are backed and through bolted making them seaworthy for all of offshore passage-making purposes. The bottom of the boat was briefly re-examined prior to final coating with epoxy. The lengthy cure time will have to contribute to the soundness of the work. Conclusions: Items inspected meet all the standards of the ABYC to the extent that they apply to this vessel. Systems have been considerably upgrading from the existing originals. The standard of work continues to maintain the high standards set from the beginning of the project. This report is respectfully submitted without prejudice. The surveyor has no interest, either personal or financial in the vessel herein named. Graham S. Byrnes, N.A. 196 Elm St. / PO Box 206 Vandemere, NC 28587-0206 Back