Bottom Painting a sailboat with antifouling paint [Ep 14]
4 November 2018 · 9 min · 3K views
What this video covers
Alex and Cory apply ablative antifouling paint to the hull of their sailboat, using brushes to speed the process while the boat is hauled out.0:02 They plan to strip the hull and switch to a hard-finish paint in the fall to allow for easier maintenance and scraping.0:56 The rudder receives a fresh coat of interprotect, and the crew seals the shaft seam with 5200 sealant to prevent water ingress.2:01 Beyond hull maintenance, Alex cleans diesel residue and algae from the engine compartment using Spray Nine and a degreaser.3:51 Cory constructs a wooden support shelf from pressure-treated 2x8 lumber to secure a third battery, ensuring the bank meets safety standards for movement.8:34 Finally, the crew tests a pressurized alcohol stove and oven by pressurizing the fuel tank to 5 PSI and igniting the burner.5:51 They keep a bowl of water nearby as a safety precaution for extinguishing potential alcohol-based flames.6:12
More from Wildly Intrepid Sailing
From Wildly Intrepid Sailing — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.
The Sailing Directory Newsletter
One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.