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Sven Yrvind is constructing a small, shallow-draft boat designed for a 14,000-mile nonstop voyage through the Southern Ocean, passing south of Africa and Australia to reach New Zealand.▶ 0:17 The hull currently sits upside down to facilitate interior work.▶ 0:30 To improve visibility inside the hull, Yrvind purchased a 10-meter LED strip work light rated at 10,000 lumens.▶ 1:06 He plans to smooth the interior surfaces, apply fillets, and reinforce the structure with fiberglass.▶ 2:22 Additional supplies include snow-white paint, paint rollers, and a half-round, fine-cut file for shaping components.▶ 1:27 He intends to address imperfections in the hull's construction, specifically noting issues with the finish in the stern area.▶ 2:23 The project focuses on preparing the interior for long-term offshore endurance.

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