it's really interesting to be able to see her original hull as she was before the blisters were added in the 1920s
3 years ago | 41
I’ve never been more invested in a ship in my life. Tysm for doing the repairs to this amazing machine, can’t wait to visit her once she’s water ready again!
3 years ago | 8
I'm so glad to see that the torpedo blisters are being replaced and this refit isn't being done half-heartedly. All the cancer needs to be removed and new plating installed so that she will be watertight... Thank God for your hard work and that you are doing it right this time.
3 years ago (edited)
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Great to see her getting the maintenance and repairs needed for her longevity. She’s a proud ship with a wonderful history. The last of her breed and needs to be kept around. Go Texas.
3 years ago | 4
Keep after it guys . Get anything out and repaired/ replaced that needs it .This grand lady deserves the best . Love it !
3 years ago
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Damn!!!!! Good work people!!!! So happy she's getting worked on! GO TEXAS!!!
3 years ago
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Yes thank you for the pictures and the updates I love reading and seeing them
3 years ago | 5
Just Guessing people love this ship uncomplicated history..Iconic vessel that's going to be around for a very long long time thanks to the good folks of the Battleship Texas association...wish could be Sea worthy..tickets would sell out semi annual.. Thanks for the updates..have super evening !
3 years ago (edited) | 4
You should cut a deal with Hollywood to film Battleship 2. They can use footage of her being towed to drydock, while in drydock, then footage of her "reactivation" to fight the aliens. Lol Billion dollar movie right there. Lol
3 years ago | 2
Hooah, that is amazing. I am glad that this is happening, we need our histories more than ever. Physical representations of our history is paramount
3 years ago | 1
Great to see this great ship getting TLC keep it up and good luck 👍
3 years ago
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Battleship Texas
A reminder that we post updates on our social media pages every Friday!
Work on removing the starboard side torpedo blisters continues as the removal of foam from the tanks progresses. A Marine chemist is on duty checking the ship's inner bottom tanks so more work can begin.
The torpedo blisters are being removed from a specific point down with newly designed blisters taking their place. Most of the damage occurred from the inside out due to the blisters continually leaking throughout the years. This is a necessity ensuring the Battleship Texas remains watertight, eliminates previous problems, and lasts for many more years to come.
Workers continue removing the plates and framing from the starboard side torpedo blisters. What framing does remain is seriously deteriorated and in awful condition. Holes in the actual hull of the ship are now visible. Yes, the metal being pulled off is going to be used for future fundraising.
Foam is being removed from inside the torpedo blisters using a high water pressure nozzle that is controlled remotely.
Come on Texas!
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