(Eric putting the lathe together)
The projects have resumed with the wood shop having top priority. The lathe beds had to be cut to length for the space available, assembled and a new switch wired in. The overhead installation is moving along steadily but slowly. The first outer panels needed patterns for accurate fits and that took some extra time. Plus, each panel has to be sealed under the insulation and three coats on the other side and each coat has to dry several hours. Then they are clamped in place, drilled and tapped through the aluminum frames and finally anchored with machine screws. Its a bit of a process to be sure.
We are also continuing to prep the hallway, door frames and two large closet/storage sections that open into the hallway.
The lathe partially assembled
Making patterns
Painting overhead panels with close supervision by Penny
Bonding insulation.
Lots of objects come in handy when you have to weight things down.
Carefully drilling so the bit doesn't snap off in the aluminum.
The same care must be taken when tapping through the aluminum. Tapping threads for the machine screws.
Starboard (right) side outer overhead installed.
Port (left) side overhead installed.
We are using 1/2 inch plywood for the outer sections to give extra strength where the cabinets and shelving will be added. The inner overhead will use 1/4 inch because it won't need to be weight bearing.
Doors for lockers under the crew cabin bunks getting refinished.
