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The crew of the 45-ft vessel Catalpa prepares to re-step the main and mizzen masts after a complete strip-down and refurbishment. Maintenance tasks include installing 1200-lumen Lumitech spreader lights, which require heat-shrink terminals with internal glue to prevent water ingress and corrosion.4:25 Lee uses Durilac to prevent galvanic corrosion between stainless steel rivets and the aluminum mast.18:14 During the process, the crew discovers twisted internal halyards inside the main mast.8:49 Lee resolves the tangle by using a homemade hook and a flashlight after dark, noting that low-light conditions make the internal mast structure easier to inspect.19:45 The crew also replaces pins on the water tanks and addresses damaged threads on the mizzen winch.12:13 To save costs, the owners plan to step the masts themselves with remote guidance from their rigger, Memo, via video call, rather than hiring him for on-site assistance.15:01 They aim to complete the rigging process in one hour to minimize crane rental fees.16:15

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