Sailing Yabá · video

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The crew of Yabá installs a protective cover over the engine room’s exposed, spinning prop shaft to prevent accidental contact during routine inspections.5:51 The project involves constructing a wooden frame topped with a 12-millimeter polycarbonate sheet, which allows for visual monitoring of the shaft’s rotation without opening the hatch.3:37 The builder secures the structure to the engine room platform using eight lug screws and applies Loctite to the fasteners to prevent loosening from engine vibrations.10:12 Additionally, the crew completes a cosmetic renovation of the boat's bathroom, which includes painting geometric patterns and installing a mirror.12:37 The engine room modification provides a necessary safety barrier for checking the engine, Racor fuel filters, and coolant flow while the vessel is underway.11:17

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