Project Brupeg · video

What this video covers

Damien modifies the rear gates of a former fishing trawler to improve deck drainage and accessibility. He removes existing steel mounting blocks and welds new stainless steel hinges to the hull, aligning them to ensure the gates swing clear of the opening.3:53 To prevent water pooling on the aft deck, he grinds down a 6mm steel lip—a remnant of the original sponson—and fills the resulting triple-joint gap between the deck, hull, and sponson with a structural weld.14:36 He plans to use nylon washers and sleeves to isolate stainless steel hardware from future aluminum gate frames, mitigating galvanic corrosion between dissimilar metals.33:43 The project also includes installing 15 meters of metal cable tray throughout the forward section of the boat to organize electrical wiring and meet safety standards.35:21 The crew intends to repaint the hull with a fresh coat of grey paint before relaunching the vessel.29:32 Proper electrical isolation and structural welding are essential when integrating aluminum components onto a steel hull.

More from Project Brupeg

Over Engineering a Simple Bracket - Project Brupeg Ep. 458Aug 2026How strong to you want this winch mount? Brupeg strong... Project Brupeg Ep.457Aug 2026Was the outboard rebuild worth it and Brupeg has developed a worrying noise... Project Brupeg Ep.456Aug 2026Three Builds, One Croc Sanctuary: Boat Life on Brupeg - Project Brupeg Ep.455Aug 2026

From Project Brupeg — 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.