Structural repairs, a new teak deck and a revised cockpit for a 1947 International Dragon.
DESIGN / CLASS
International Dragon class
WORK
Major refit
On the LMI trailer, ready for launch and sailing trials.From the LMI project archive
The project.
Elska's refit addressed her stem, rudder tube, floor timbers and chainplate support. New oak stem sections and a stainless ring frame formed part of the structural repairs.
The work continued with a redesigned cockpit and new teak laid over the existing plywood sub-deck. Dan De Leiris undertook the hull and deck carpentry; Machine Services Plus rebuilt the furler. Hardware, varnish and launch preparation completed the recorded sequence.
Refit at LMI. Hull and deck carpentry by Dan De Leiris. Furler rebuild by Machine Services Plus.
Scope of work.
Oak stem repairs
Rudder tube and floor timbers
Chainplate ring frame
Teak deck and cockpit renewal
Furler, hardware and varnish
New oak stem sections installed.Teak deck, varnish and hardware in the later stages of the refit.
