The journal tells our family’s refit story. These references provide related technical background; their inclusion does not establish that they were used for every past decision described in the story.
They are not vessel-specific design approval, as-built specifications or instructions to carry out safety-critical work. Suitability for Tortuga requires current manufacturer information, measurements aboard and qualified marine review.
Ferrocement and boat construction
- Fitting Out
FAO · Chapter 9 of the 1995 ferrocement boatbuilding manual
Historical background on fitting out a ferrocement hull, including timber interfaces, engine beds and tank seats. Not a construction specification for this refit. - Fishing Boat Construction: 3. Building a Ferrocement Fishing Boat
FAO · Riley and Turner · 1995
Historical boatbuilding reference covering materials, construction, testing and fitting out. Public full text. - Repairs and Joints
FAO · Chapter 7 of the 1995 ferrocement boatbuilding manual
Background on ferrocement damage, repairs and joints. Not a repair specification for Tortuga. Public full text. - ACI PRC-549.1-18: Design Guide for Ferrocement
American Concrete Institute · 2018 edition
General ferrocement design background with a terrestrial structural scope, not marine approval. This link opens the public catalog and contents; full text requires purchase or eligible member access. - ACI PRC-549-18: Report on Ferrocement
American Concrete Institute · 2018 edition
General material and construction background. This link opens the public catalog; full text requires purchase or eligible member access.
Marine electrical systems
- DIY Solar Kits for Your Boat from the Vancouver Boat Show
Pacific Yacht Systems · Video and transcript
An overview of marine solar components. General background, not a sized solar or battery design for Tortuga. - Marine Electrical Seminar: Fuses & Circuit Breakers — Episode 17
Pacific Yacht Systems · Video and transcript
Background on circuit protection and protecting conductors. Device ratings and installation details require system-specific review.
Rigging
- Manuals for Assembly and Operation
Seldén Mast · Manufacturer technical directory
General rigging reference directory. Inclusion does not identify Tortuga’s mast as a Seldén product or approve a synthetic standing-rigging conversion.
We link to the publishers’ public pages rather than republishing their books or private library files. Access conditions and editions are noted above.
Reference links checked October 26, 2026.