Cover Story: Re-power reliably with Haven Harbour Yacht Services

Take to the water next year with an upgraded engine system – like Hinckley owners Scott and Barb Millar, whose recently re-powered 40-foot vessel received expert care and upgrades from team Haven Harbour.

"If you ask Scott and Barb, they have been waiting patiently on the re-power of their Classic Hinckley, and we thank them for that," said Director of Service Greta Sommers. "Surprisingly, parts availability and labor are still impacted by COVID-19. Fortunately, before the winterization season comes to a close, we will have the installation of a new Beta 38 completed, with their vessel sea trialed and, sadly, winterized."

Many obstacles faced our crew on their road to completion. The old engine, and fiberglassed fuel tank below it, were removed, with the exhaust system receiving modifications. Repairs were made to the shaft log, rebedding to the shaft tube, and replacement of the shaft seal with a dripless one. With engine out, an opportunity was seized to replace dry rotted hoses within the engine's vicinity, in addition to the rebedding of leaky cockpit drains. Last, the new Beta 38 engine was installed – Beta chosen over other manufacturers for a smaller footprint, yet similar horsepower.

All the while, the team stripped exterior teak to bare wood – including the spreaders following their repair – and applied eight clean coats of Epifanes varnish.

"When I look back on this project, I am proud that our team pulled it all together. It takes considerable planning and patience to coordinate and persevere on a project of this scope. I look forward to the day that we go to sea trial," added Greta.

Count on the professionals of Haven Harbour Yacht Services for your re-power, engine repair or routine maintenance project. Learn more at havenharbour.com.

Inn at Perry Cabin: Fleet makes Haven Harbour South winter home

This week we welcomed the Inn at Perry Cabin charter fleet to Haven Harbour South – winter home for these Awlcraft Stars and Strips Blue SE-hulled, St. Michaels-based boats. Over the next few months, the fleet will receive extensive service and repairs in preparation for next season. Their beautiful French Canal boat, Harbor Star, will receive a full interior and exterior refit, including full topside, hull and bottom paint.

“It is a privilege for our very capable service team to care for the beautiful Inn at Perry Cabin charter fleet this winter," said Managing Director Charlie Petosa. "We look forward to delivering the fleet in Bristol condition, on-budget and on-time for their impressive 'return of the fleet' event this spring.”

Waterman's Museum: Model tug from California joins collection

A model steam powered fire tug concluded its cross-country trek Tuesday, Nov. 1 by becoming the newest addition to Haven Harbour Marina's humble Waterman's Museum. The model, hand-carved by Rock Hall native Captain William Sanford in 1942 (and featuring a hull carved from one, single piece of wood), was generously donated by Sanford's granddaughter, Diana Neidert, who now resides in Redondo Beach, Calif.

At age 21, Sanford was awarded a seaman’s master degree and served the South Baltimore and Curtis Bay Fire Stations until retirement. He captained fireboats Deluge, commissioned in 1911, and Torrent in 1921. These vessels were tasked with the extinguishing of shoreline and shipboard fires in Baltimore Harbor and upper Chesapeake Bay. The model is based from these proud-serving vessels.

"Because my grandfather wanted a grandson, he named his model 'Mike,' which was his nickname for me," said Diana. "It's an honor for my family to have this [model] rest under glass in such a humble museum."

See Mike and other pieces in our collection by visiting the Rock Hall Waterman's Museum – or by taking a virtual journey online at havenharbour.com/museum.