The Vessel

S/V Dulinea Overview

A 1982 Hinterhoeller Niagara 35 born of Canadian designer Mark Ellis, who also designed the Hinterhoeller Nonsuch series. The design is traditional in appearance with pronounced sheer, strong lines and a solid hull. The Niagara 35 has earned a reputation as a fast, easily managed blue water cruiser. Overall length is 35’-1” (without appendages), beam is 11’-5”, draft is 5’-2” ans displacement is 15,000 lbs with 37% ballast.

Although the Niagara 35 looks very traditional on the exterior, it is quite different on the interior. It has been said that Mark Ellis came very close to setting the standard for the ideal cruising boat in the 35 ft range. With its unique interior, it strikes a good balance between being a live aboard and a no nonsense cruising boat.

 

 

Dulcinea Upgrade checklist
Done?	Engine
Completed	Tack up engine insulation
	Change Oil and filter  (Oil + SAE 30)
	Check alternator belt
	Change Fuel Filter
Completed	Replace Raw water intake pump
Completed	Replace Raw water impeller
	Add (2) 6v Trojan batteries for additional charge
Completed	Fix secondary fuel filter
Completed	Order Engine spares
Completed	Westerbeke, Element, Fuel Filter, 030200, 30200
Completed	Westerbeke, Element, Fuel, 030548, 30548
Completed	Westerbeke, Filter, Oil, 036918, 36918
Completed	Westerbeke, Impeller Kit 33636 Pump, 034440, 34440
Completed	Westerbeke, Thermostat 180F, 024688, 24688
Completed	Westerbeke, Zinc, 011885, 11885
Completed	Westerbeke, Gasket, Exchanger End, 022851, 22851
Completed	Westerbeke, O-Ring, 019321, 19321
Done?	Navigation
Completed	Install Navpod
Completed	Purchase Garmin 740s
Completed	Add Garmin RADAR
	Fix knot meter
Completed	Purchase laptop computer
Completed	Install Navigation software
Completed	Get electronic charts
Completed	Replace VHF radio
Completed	Re-hang SSB antenna and grounding plate
Completed	Replace AM/FM CD radio
Complete	Remove old Loran system
Complete	Remove Old temperature gage
Complete	Add remote VHF remote at helm
Complete	Obtain paper guide books and charts
Done?	Ground Tackle  - safety
	Mark chain at 10' integrals
Completed	Redo seizing wire on anchors.
	Install new roller at bow pulpit
Completed	Install safety hook on anchor
Completed	Purchase or Make winch handle
Done?	Safety
Completed	Install lifeline at companion way (port & stbd)
Completed	Review Jack lines
Completed	Purchase additional tethers.
Completed	Purchase life raft
Completed	Purchase and fill ditch bag
Completed	Purchase EPIRB and POB
Completed	Purchase POB
Purchased	Install new high water alarm
Completed	Install new gas LP detector
Done?	Sails
Completed	Review Sail inventory
Completed	Replace running rigging.
Completed	Install mounts for whisker pole - 3 1/2" Dia
Completed	Replace roller furling rigging.
Completed	Install safety cable for whisker pole
Completed	Sewing Kits for sails
Completed	Replace Jib sheets
Completed	Replace Mast lights with LED's
Completed	Replace Running lights with LED's
Done?	Misc.
Completed	Add Dodger and enclosure
Completed	Add Solar Panels
Completed	Add Water Maker
Completed	Add Wind Generator
	Replace seacock in stbd hatch
Completed	Check ALL hoses
Completed	Update/ Check Rod Rigging
Completed	Replace zincs - 2 sizes
Completed	Add Dinghy Davits
Completed	Add Lifting hardware for dinghy
Completed	Replace Dorade Cowl Vents SST 4"
Completed	Replace Solar Vent - Nicro 4"
	Re varnish companion way Hatch cover
Completed	Add latch to inside hatch cover
	Polish teak trim on back of boat
Completed	Re-build cockpit table.(may buy new one)
Completed	add teak mat to cockpit (Need size) 30" x 36"
Completed	Seal small cracks in gel coat
Done?	Inside Saloon
Completed	Fix Bathroom light
Completed	Replace refrigerator
Completed	Reinsulate refrigerator
Completed	Order spare water filters
Completed	Replace Port Hole gaskets - Atkins & Hoyle 12" x 5"
Completed	Setup Wi-Fi on boat
Completed	Replace Head - Jabsco
Completed	Install fresh water tank level meter
Completed	Replace Head hoses
Partial	Replace Interior lights with LED's
Done?	Other items to get done.
Completed	Get dinghy motor checked
Completed	get dinghy to boat
Completed	clean out storage unit
Completed	review sail inventory
Completed	install jib sheets
Completed	rehang SSB antenna
Completed	inventory personal items
Completed	pick up varnish and paint brus
Completed	inventory tools
Completed	Order satellite Phone