Sailing Yabá · video

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Ben and MP continue a series of refit projects on Yabá while docked at a marina.0:24 The crew installs new grids above the seating area to improve storage space and mounts a frame around the 24-volt electrical panel.10:57 To mitigate rust caused by saltwater deck washdowns and wave spray, they install six meters of PVC piping and elbow joints to redirect water drainage directly into the bilge.8:42 The crew also prepares for a major davit system installation, coordinating with local welders who arrived to take final measurements for the fabrication.11:08 Additionally, the arrival of specific stone materials allows for the completion of interior finish work in the head and living areas before the holidays.4:11 The crew plans to use the new davit system to hoist the dinghy once the welding work concludes.11:13

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