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A cruising couple in Monastir, Tunisia, upgrades their boat’s exterior canvas and stainless steel structures to improve cockpit comfort and dinghy storage.0:06 They source 35 metres of Sunbrella Plus fabric, marine-grade thread, zippers, and hardware for approximately 1,300 euro, then hire local contractors to fabricate the canvas components.0:38 The project includes replacing a two-bar bimini with a four-bar frame and installing a new stainless steel solar arch with integrated davits.5:33 The contractors use 38mm steel for the arch and recycle existing stainless components to reinforce the new bimini frame, which is widened by 30 centimetres to increase cockpit coverage.4:58 The bimini design incorporates PVC windows for sail inspection and integrated channels for LED lighting.19:47 The total cost for the stainless work reaches 2,000 euro, while the canvas labour and additional materials cost 2,600 euro.20:09 The new davits allow the crew to hoist the tender clear of the water, providing security and easier handling during future passages.17:02

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