Sailing Yabá · video

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The crew of Yabá is installing a purpleheart wood floor and interior bulkheads as part of a comprehensive boat rebuild.0:36 To manage electrical wiring and socket access, the team designed the interior bulkheads in two sections, leaving a horizontal gap in the middle for a removable plywood panel.1:57 They are using 15-centimeter-wide plywood strips to frame these wall divisions and provide a sturdy mounting surface for future electrical runs.2:20 The flooring installation requires precise template-making with a jigsaw to fit around complex engine room contours and cabin divisions.8:00 For the finish, the crew selected a thick, outdoor-grade domestic deck varnish rather than polyurethane, noting that the chosen product avoids an overly reddish tint and maintains a matte appearance on the purpleheart.12:07 Simultaneously, the team is fiberglassing the roof using small, torn pieces of mat to better conform to curved edges, a technique they found more effective than applying large sheets.22:18

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