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smoothly and efficiently, via the simplicity of a vari- able speed joystick control. In addition, each leg is equipped with a jetting system, and each will also be outfitted with water infiltration alarms.

Behind Closed Doors

While the essence of the vessel as an asset in the oil fields is embodied by the capabilities mentioned above, the soul of the vessel is evident in the detail demanded by Domke and crew. Dixie Legacy will be used as a support platform from which various oil and gas indus- try activities can be performed, activities such as coiled tubing, hydraulic snubbing, nitrogen stimulation, drilling, plug and abandonment, construction, facility installation or removal and diving.

Able to accommodate 50 and feed 36 at one time,

Domke notes that the vessel houses a real community, a community of individuals that increasingly demands evident and subconscious amenities that are designed to make the vessel appealing and productive. For example, flooring of all "wet" (pantry, bathrooms,

Dixie Legacy's wheelhouse is state-of-the-art, boasting a full complement of mostly JRC marine electronics. Frank

L. Beier coordinated. bath, laundry, etc.) areas is poured epoxy resin instead of tile. He notes that tile is more apt to come up over time, presenting a situation, which is not only aesthet- ically unappealing, but relatively labor intensive to replace, whereas the epoxy resin floor is considered more durable and can be repaired easily and quickly.

In the galley, the owner decided to use freestanding

Cospolich freezers and refrigerators rather than the walk in freezers previously chosen. Domke noted that the walk-in units have the tendency to rot out after 12 to 14 years, and can pose quite a challenge to replace and/or repair.

In the accommodation areas, red oak furniture was selected to give off a more modern look, and privacy curtains are supplied for all berths in multi-berth rooms. In addition, wood lockers were chosen over cheaper metal models, to reduce rattling. To access the accommodation areas from the outside, workers must come through an outer door, a vestibule and an inner door, so that blasts of hot, moist air are avoided on these decks.

Power to Burn

The main propulsion is provided by four Cat 3508

DITA-B Rating, 960 hp @ 1,800 rpm each, for a cumu- lative 3,840 total hp. The engines are driven through

Twin Disc MG 540 reverse reduction marine gears (6.18:1 reduction). Dixie Legacy has one SMI Model Tim Domke ensures that Dixie Legacy, from top to bottom, inside and out, is delivered to the owner's demanding specs.

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