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#213 Our catamaran's new storage lockers
28 April 2026 · 1h 0m · 9K views · Union Island
Man installs access panel on catamaran hull under blue sky
What this video covers
The owners of a catamaran undergoing structural repairs in Carriacou document their progress on the vessel's forward beam and hull sections.▶ 0:00 The repair process involves scarfing plywood to inspect for rot, using nylon washers to isolate stainless steel fasteners from aluminum components to prevent galvanic corrosion, and applying structural fiberglass over foam-core sections.▶ 5:32 The crew emphasizes the importance of these reinforcements for structural integrity rather than cosmetic finish.▶ 6:19 They also discuss the risks of using aggressive circular saw blades on a grinder for wood shaping, noting that they prefer a jigsaw for cleaner cuts despite the lack of a dedicated circular saw.▶ 51:41 Separately, the owners observe a salvaged Nautitech catamaran in the local boatyard that suffered severe structural failure after grounding on a reef.▶ 0:56 The vessel sustained significant hull damage, including the loss of its keels and substantial sections of the hull, and was further compromised during a botched towing operation that cut into the bows.▶ 1:46 The incident highlights the vulnerability of foam-core construction when subjected to extreme mechanical stress.▶ 3:51
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