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The crew of the 40-year-old trawler *Brewpeg* prepares for a haul-out in Gladstone, Australia, to perform maintenance and apply antifouling paint. After discovering that the vessel’s lead-acid house bank failed due to overheating cells, the crew prioritizes electrical system upgrades, including installing a new 5kVA Victron inverter and organizing chaotic wiring in the engine room. They plan to mount components on plywood backing plates to simplify future maintenance.1:39 While sourcing supplies, the crew secures a deal on high-quality C-Victor antifouling paint for the price of a cheaper alternative.14:06 A scheduling conflict at the primary shipyard, caused by a tide-restricted vessel occupying the slipway, forces the crew to relocate the haul-out to a nearby basin facility identified via drone survey.27:00 The crew also performs minor repairs on electric scooters used for transport, noting design flaws in the battery housings and screw placements.31:18

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