Sailing Magic Carpet · video

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The owners of a Cape George Cutter 36, Magic Carpet, are preparing the vessel for transport by truck from the United States to Canada due to an expiring visa.0:15 With a 10-day deadline, the refit focuses on achieving watertight integrity and aesthetic finishing.2:29 Work includes fairing the cabin sides and top, applying high-build epoxy primer, and installing fiberglass tape around the deck perimeter.4:08 To avoid customs issues with raw lumber, the crew is utilizing remaining Alaska yellow cedar to fabricate a head countertop and an engine room cover.6:02 The interior work involves installing threaded inserts for removable crossbars to facilitate future battery maintenance.14:24 The cabin top has been primed, and the crew plans to apply three layers of paint and install bronze-flanged portholes before the boat is moved.25:50 Following the transport, the owners intend to pause the refit to travel to Europe and sail their previous vessel, Magic Carpet 1.29:06

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