At last!!!!!

[Lee]

After waiting since last August for a new job, I finally started last week.
Didn't want to say anything until I had finished the first week.
So I am now working as a boat builder
We are building a prototype catamaran.
First two days I was dismantling four racing yachts, in the Port of Sotogrande.
This week I have been getting to grips with all the tools in the factory.
I am now the official lathe operator
Heres some pics of the factory.

One of the hulls

The other one.

Another boat in the making.

The first thing I made when I got there.
This is the anchor point for the main stays to the mast.

My job for the last three days, and next weeks work.
These are bushings for the keel.
I cut out 6 pieces from a bar of aluminium. Drilling the holes through the centre.

Next I turn them down to a specific size. This one has the outer dimensions turned down. Now I have to take out most of the inside to accept a nylon bushing. Should take most of next week to do that.

I am really enjoying the work. Using my hands and building things. Learning a new trade, I can take with me, where ever I go.

Oh, and the money helps
Expect new toys soon, and finally I can fix my Goblin.

 

[Admiral]

Congratulations Lee its great that you have found a job that you enjoy, also great that it will finance some more flying.

 

[callsign4223]

Awesome Lee, I am so happy for you!!!!

 

[Stambo]

Excellent news Lee.
I know what it is like when you see a toy you really really want but don't have the cash.
And this one is not even for me.
I am looking at a little dirt bike for my son, I have found one really cheap but I am struggling to get the cash together.
I will do it somehow.

 

[trainrider06]

Good deal! A job that's a good thing, liking what you do is awesome!

 

[SIXFOOTER]

Congrats Lee! Lathe work is something I would Really like to get to, I have a cheap combo unit on the bench, just have not had the time to get out there and master it.