This week Passion X has been introduced to its keel manufactured at Complete Steelworx at Somersby and lovingly faired by Dave.
Passion X is sitting alongside Wild Oats XI in her massive boatshed at Woolwich Dock. Yesterday as well the rudder was fitted with very little fuss. Photos below show the progress.
The rest of this week are scheduled for underwater painting and antifouling.
Keel Alignment – very accurate fit
Simon Smith directing the operation
Keel on with Nick the Dock operations man in the foreground
Keel being craned into position
The rudder and prop shaft in place