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Lifting & Rolling Our 50ft Hull Out Of The Barn - Ep. 395 RAN Sailing

24 May 2024 · 28 min · 227K views · Skåne

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Johan prepares a 50-foot boat hull for a rollover by moving it out of a barn using a custom-built wheel system and chain hoists.0:11 To transition the hull from its construction supports to the wheels, he lifts the structure in stages using hydraulic jacks and wooden blocks, ensuring the load remains balanced across the stiff hull and internal strongback.0:32 He modifies the wheel configuration from eight individual points to four tandem pairs to ensure consistent load distribution over uneven floor surfaces.16:15 After clearing the barn doors, he uses a secondary chain hoist as a brake to control the hull's movement and prevent it from rolling too quickly.18:17 He navigates tight clearances by using hydraulic jacks to adjust the stern's position and wheel alignment.26:59 The hull successfully clears the barn, resting on the wheels in preparation for the final rollover.27:38 Using tandem wheel sets and a controlled braking system with chain hoists allows for safe movement of large, heavy hulls over uneven surfaces.

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