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Squib's Refit - Switch panel - Engine cover plates - Jigging device - USB connector /116
24 April 2025 · 16 min · 764 views
What this video covers
Refitting the 30-foot sailboat Squib involves extensive fiberglass repair, electrical system upgrades, and the fabrication of a custom mast-stepping device. The owner sands engine cover plates using an orbital sander and a Dremel to smooth grip holes before applying epoxy and primer.1:55 Electrical work focuses on wiring three switch panels, connecting positive and negative bus bars, and installing USB 3.0 charging ports in the forward cabin.9:53 Challenges include sourcing specific metric and imperial hardware, managing cable routing through tight bilge channels, and drilling precise holes for wiring without clear sightlines behind bulkheads.5:18 To facilitate future mast maintenance, the owner constructs a custom jig using a modified spinnaker pole fitting that inserts into the mast base.8:13 The electrical system is tested by connecting a temporary overhead light to the newly wired distribution panels.7:25 The project emphasizes the necessity of meticulous cable management and the use of 4:1 heat-shrink tubing to ensure secure, waterproof connections for varied wire gauges.6:32
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