Boat in build pics (Squadron 78)

**BartW** · 23-10-10, 01:12

really impressed with the outstanding high level of finishing,
every detail, even when hidden behind a panel,
rear of the dash f.e., the spare hoses with a rope,...
all unbelievable. A real piece of art !

I like the design of the galley, black granite (marlin?) with white oak, and straight lines, no curves, we have the same at home in our kitchen.
Modern, but nevertheless timeless. imho
Finally a boat without the boaring old fashion glossy cherry wood furniture.

Question: what is the long small black slot on the dash,
just above the engine start stop buttons ?

**mikef** · 23-10-10, 12:19

Looking good jfm. Excellent idea to take out the curves in the master cabin. Curves waste space and space is at a premium on any boat even a 78 footer

**petem** · 23-10-10, 12:38

Originally Posted by Magnum

Looks a little cramped. Is there not a larger model?

Now there's a coded message if ever I've seen one. Seen the light at last then Magnum and given up on those inferior makes?

Boat looking fab JFM.

Pete

**Hurricane** · 23-10-10, 14:48

As otherrs have said - coming along really well.
Those shots of the cabin remind me.

Anyway, did you say that the switches in the cockpit were for deck lighting and shore power master relays?

Dont you think that it would be a bit too easy to switch the shore power off without meaning to?
Shouldnt the switches be a bit special - with covers or soething?

**aquapower** · 23-10-10, 17:26

Originally Posted by Hurricane

As otherrs have said - coming along really well.
Those shots of the cabin remind me.

Anyway, did you say that the switches in the cockpit were for deck lighting and shore power master relays?

Dont you think that it would be a bit too easy to switch the shore power off without meaning to?
Shouldnt the switches be a bit special - with covers or soething?

Would one of those swiches be for the mooring winch?

**MapisM** · 23-10-10, 19:08

Originally Posted by jfm

Scuse the awfully made bed; Tracey Emin dropped by

Yep, her touch is clearly recognisable, though obviously she wasn't as accurate as with her own bed!

On a more serious note, I must say that the cleats/winches/fairleads looks like a bit of an engineering afterthought.
Truth be told, I wouldn't mind giving a hand with the lines, anyway...

Are you thinking to varnish the teak rails?
I'd rather keep them unvarnished, they look beautiful anyway and the touch feeling is much nicer imho.

**jfm** · 24-10-10, 19:52

Originally Posted by Magnum

Looks a little cramped. Is there not a larger model?

ROTFL! Now play nicely

**jfm** · 24-10-10, 19:55

Originally Posted by BartW

Question: what is the long small black slot on the dash, just above the engine start stop buttons ?

It's the strip of warning lights for the engines Bart. When there is a fault, little symbols light up red/orange, but when there are no lights on it just looks black, like a car