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Sigh... Time for me to move beyond Pilgrim... For Sale.

svpilgrim

Jeff Lovett
Many of you all have reached out to me to inquire about my long silence. Many of you all have offered support and wisdom as I plod through now approaching two years of unexpected upheaval in my personal life. This is an wonderful virtual community that adds significantly to the value of owning a M38x.

As a newly single, late 40's male, my dreams and future visions are evolving. I do not seek to sail long distances alone. It has also been very difficult for me to re-engage in Pilgrim's refit as it was a shared dream.

Other than maintenance and cleaning. I have not put any effort into forward progress in 14 months. My last completed project was to seal all the holes in the cabin top (over 125 if memory serves) and to apply new non-skid (kiwi grip) to the cabin top.

I cannot allow this fine vessel to wallow in limbo any longer it is not fair to her nor is it good for my finances to continue to pay for yard storage. Thus I am going to sell Pilgrim as is... Asking $10K, but will negotiate (dependent upon what gear the buyer would like to have with the vessel See items listed as OPTIONAL below.) She is currently on the hard in Beaufort, NC. I purchased her and had her trucked to NC in winter 2014 from Sandusky, OH. She has been a Great Lakes Vessel since circa 2000. She has been on the hard since arriving in NC.

She was completely re-rigged by the previous owner in the mid 2000's with a tall rig (matching 383 & 384) iso-mat mast and a new 150 genny on a harken furler. The main is older and while functional needs to be upgraded. The main sheet has been moved to a Harken cabin top traveler. All halyards and control lines are lead back to the cockpit. I have rebed and replaced fasteners in all the chainplates. I have two sets of self tailing cockpit winches (Anderson 40ST and the original Barlow Bariet winches) plus two smaller cabin top winches.

I have made significant structural improvements on vessel. Adding tabbing to many of the bulkheads either lacking tabbing or having intermittent tabbing from the factory. I have added tabbing between the bulkheads and the deck. I have re-enforced much of the structures under the sole including the vulnerable area under the head door. I have replaced the original aluminum angle brackets in the salon with new full length 3/16" aluminum angle that is thru bolted where possible. Many, many other areas.

I have modified the rudder to match the 383, 384 profile and it is ready to be re-installed. The quadrant and steering is in good shape and ready to be re-installed.

I removed the original 30HP Yanmar and have a 34HP Beta Marine (2600 hours) ready to go in the vessel. I have completed an extensive re-finish of the engine compartment. Other than fabricating new motor mounts for the original beds the engine is ready to go in the vessel. I have been exercising the engine once every couple months while on the hard. I do have the original shaft and coupling, but these will need to be either modified or replaced once the new engine is installed.

I have rebuilt the ice box / refrigeration. Adding significant improvements in both the structure and the insulation. I have working Alder Barbour cold machine that came on the boat at time of purchase. The refrigeration unit needs to be re-installed and new gaskets need to be installed on the ice box lid.

I have a gimbaled three burner + oven force 10 LP stove ready to go in the galley... OPTIONAL needs to be installed

I have completely gutted and overhauled the plumbing. The boat has...
  • all new hoses everywhere - potable water, grey water, back water, etc.
  • all new marlon thru hull fittings and sea cocks
  • new 5G hot water heater,
  • new pressure water pump,
  • new black water system with holding tank, macerator, and deck pump out all in the head
  • new bilge pump system with three pumps in the bilge.
I have completely gutted and overhauled the electrical. The boat has...
  • all new wiring through-out (save for the vee berth my refit had not yet reached this location)
  • all new primary electrical system- Blue Sea 8686 Battery Distribution Panel, Blue Sea ACR
  • Relocated the house bank to under salon seating. Created a battery box designed to hold six, 6V batteries. Vessel currently has four 6V Full River DC224-6 AMG batteries (purchased in 2012) wired in a 12V house bank.
  • Relocated starter battery to under quarter berth. 12V AGM Starter battery new in 2012.
  • New electrical panel and secondary electrical system at redesigned nav station.
  • New ProMariner 12.40 Battery Charger
  • New ProMariner 30A Galvanic Isolator
  • Used Xantrex Prosine 1000 Inverter
  • New Victron BMC-600 Battery Monitor
  • New Blue Sky 2000E solar charge controller
  • Two Solar World 80W 12V Rigid Solar Panels (new in 2013) OPTIONAL and not installed
  • AirX Marine Wind Generator with stern mount pole OPTIONAL and not installed
Electronics...The only electronics I have installed to date is a Garmin GMI10 multi-function display at the new nav station. I do own a full selection of Garmin NMEA 2000 electronics and network I planned to install on the vessel. I also own a ICOM VHF with remote mic. All the this hardware is available and can be included as part of purchasing the vessel.

I have also stripped and faired the hull below the waterline. The majority of the hull now has 3 coats of epoxy barrier coat applied. I was waiting till just prior to launch to apply additional barrier coat and anti-foulant. I do have a new one gallon kit of barrier coat for the vessel OPTIONAL.

I have two options for the bow. I own the original bow pulpit with anchor roller. I also have a custom stainless steel bowsprit with two anchor rollers that I planned to install on the vessel. Purchaser can choose which option they wish to include.

I have a rebuilt (2012) Sea Tiger 555 two speed manual windlass that I planned to install on Pilgrim. This is also an OPTIONAL piece of kit.

I have many, many other accessories and kit that can be added to purchase (fenders, winches, lines, dinghy, etc.)

My repairs and modifications are well documented on this forum and at my Pilgrim blog: SV Pilgrim. All work had been completed by myself and is of the highest standards. I work as a contractor in the marine industry. I am also happy to openly and honestly answer any questions.

It is difficult and sad for me to let go of this dream, but I sincerely want to see Pilgrim's progress continue and for her to join someone else in traveling over the horizon.

Jeff
 
I'm so sorry to hear that you must sell. You have put much hard work and love into this boat. Someone will get a great boat at a more than fair price.
 
This just breaks my heart for such a great man such as Jeff to be treated this way by life. ! Good things do happen to good people, it just takes time.
 
Your contributions to this website as been immense and invaluable to all and particularly me. I trust all will work out for the better for you Jeff. Happy Trails!!
 
Jeff,
I've been down the path you travel. I remember friends saying "it will get better". It does. In time your life will be better than it ever has been.
It's just something you can't see now. Faith helps. Keep your chin up.
Vern
 
Jeff - given the situation, I can understand why you are ready to pass Pilgrim on ... You have done some amazing work on her, as shown on your blog and this site. Hopefully we can help you find someone looking for a quality project boat.

Thank you for all your contributions to this site, Jeff, and I'm sure you've got some other exciting goals/dreams to start cranking on.

Cheers,
-Mark
 
Hi Jeff,

My name is Joe. I also may be in the market for a M38X

can you send me an email when you have the time (jvanty@gmx.com)?
Thanks
 
Good luck Jeff, going forward. And thanks for bringing the wealth of skill & knowledge you possess to M-38. I learned a lot and used your techniques...particularly sealing the cap and toe rail. Stay in touch!
 
Best of luck Jeff,and thanks for all your help on my trip. My boat is now listed, too.
 
Hard to know what to say.

I'll just offer that whoever gets Pilgrim will have acquired not only a seaworthy boat, but also almost countless hours of incredible workmanship and ingenuity.

Jeff's know-how and contributions to this forum artfully provided me the knowledge and confidence to transform Williwaw from a retired old M-382 into a fully functioning and seaworthy vessel.

I encountered just about all the M38X typical issues: the leaky holding tank; the need for a clean source of fresh sea water for the galley; re-creating the starting battery box; installing a house bank; restoring the cockpit locker, and, the installation of a windlass. Jeff would answer the phone any time I was up against a wall and always had a common-sense solution to whatever issue I was facing.

I'm saddened to see him find himself in a position of having to let go of Pilgrim, but am certain he will do well in any course he chooses to follow. He is more-than-most-capable and above all, a kind and generous person.

Jeff, I wish you well, and can certainly hope we cross paths again down the trail.

Tom
 
Hard to know what to say.

I'll just offer that whoever gets Pilgrim will have acquired not only a seaworthy boat, but also almost countless hours of incredible workmanship and ingenuity.

Jeff's know-how and contributions to this forum artfully provided me the knowledge and confidence to transform Williwaw from a retired old M-382 into a fully functioning and seaworthy vessel.

I encountered just about all the M38X typical issues: the leaky holding tank; the need for a clean source of fresh sea water for the galley; re-creating the starting battery box; installing a house bank; restoring the cockpit locker, and, the installation of a windlass. Jeff would answer the phone any time I was up against a wall and always had a common-sense solution to whatever issue I was facing.

I'm saddened to see him find himself in a position of having to let go of Pilgrim, but am certain he will do well in any course he chooses to follow. He is more-than-most-capable and above all, a kind and generous person.

Jeff, I wish you well, and can certainly hope we cross paths again down the trail.

Tom
 
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