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A 7.22-meter amateur-built sailboat, Vagabon III, requires extensive cosmetic and structural restoration after its recent purchase.0:44 The 1978 vessel currently sits at anchor in poor condition, featuring damaged deck cleats, a missing ladder rung, and interior wood finishes that are heavily stained and dark.0:47 While the boat includes a 1.8-horsepower Megamaha engine with only 40 hours of use, the owner reports electrical issues, specifically a non-functional anchor light and a dead battery that requires engine-driven charging.1:41 The owner plans to use 3D printing to manufacture replacement deck cleats and intends to address safety hazards, including a loose anchor chain setup and tripping risks on the deck.4:00 Despite the current state of the boat, the owner intends to use it for coastal cruising over a three-month period.10:08 The project highlights the challenges of purchasing low-cost, neglected sailboats on the French Riviera during the summer season.11:11

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