When I have been off for a longer cruise, I did carry more tools Jerry, but I still think the more important ones you'll want are; a full assortment of good mechanics tools for your engine and other heavy systems (this is alot of stuff). A good electrical assortment of connectors, wire, etc. etc. and a good digital voltmeter.

As far as cutting tools, a few hacksaws of different sizes and the right blades. A few things for minor wood cutting are nice, a dove tail saw, compact hand saw, keyhole saw. But I should say, even off for a year, I rarely did anything with woodworking, and I build homes for a living. Hand cutting tools still work very well if they're sharp.

If I'm off for a long time, I will take a cordless drill. I keep an old hand twist drill and a few bits onboard for coastal sailing. I rarely, if ever use it.

I think your best investment now would be in books and guides in the systems on your new boat that you're not familiar with. Even a course or two would be nice, welding classes are everywhere.

While I haven't drilled a hole this year, or cut any wood on board, I have referred to Calders book on diesel engines and Wings book on wiring several times this year, just coastal sailing.

Hopefully you can find as much time as possible to spend on your new boat sailing New England to really find the bugs and put your money toward fixing them.