Thunderbird S18

The Purchase - How I got into this mess.
The Trip Home - Every journey begins with, umm, a journey.
Strike One - Sometimes things just don't go as planned.
Initial Repairs - Replacing an impeller, among other things.
Strike Two - A leaky shift shaft seal delays the launch.
Success - Finally, we get to have a little fun.
Failure - That leaky seal reveals its true nature.
A Few More Repairs - Galvanic corrosion is a fascinating subject.
A New Tow Vehicle - A new hitch for my station wagon.
Autumn - A little more fun before it gets too cold.
Winter and Spring - Snow, floods, and a new radio.
Canvas Work - A job worth doing is worth about $1100.
Back in the Water - Fun, fireworks, and minor repairs.
Propeller Repair - A spun hub can spoil a perfect day.
Rain, rain, go away - Another wet Autumn.
Another Small Job Turns Big - Trouble in the motor mount area.
Doctoring the Bellows - Winter maintenance continues.
More canvas work - A new cover to keep the rain out.
Unlucky Break - A small stick damages the drive unit.
The Next Chapter - Now that my boat is in good, reliable
 working order, it's time to switch to another.