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After two months of living aboard the wooden boat Arabella, the crew reports on the performance of their custom-built vessel and its various systems. The boat sits slightly low in the water due to heavy construction and full cruising stores, but remains stable in breaking whitecaps.1:21 The hull requires a haul-out to scrape excess seam compound and repaint, as the planks have settled and created raised ribs that trap marine growth.2:53 The manual windlass, despite warnings from others, functions well when operated from the hatch.15:39 An e-propulsion motor on the tender has proven essential for navigating strong currents and shuttling gear, with a second battery providing necessary range.9:21 The electrical system, featuring 400 watts of solar, Victron chargers, and a large lithium battery bank, consistently meets power demands.40:48 Future projects include installing a roller furler, finalizing a permanent stainless steel dodger frame, and mounting a diesel heater tank.11:42

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