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Should We Build a BIGGER Sailboat? Building an Aluminum Boat - Design Part 2 with KM Yachts | EP 206
4 September 2021 · 28 min · 56K views · Panama
What this video covers
KM Yacht Builders in the Netherlands demonstrates custom aluminum sailboat design options for a couple planning a new build.0:01 The process focuses on modifying existing hull designs, such as the Bestevaer 45 and 49, to incorporate specific cruising requirements including a pilot house, variable-draft swing keel, and dedicated office space.0:58 Aluminum construction allows for significant structural flexibility, such as altering deckhouse shapes or moving bulkheads, without the prohibitive costs of creating new fiberglass molds.13:00 The discussion highlights the trade-offs between maximizing interior living space and maintaining adequate exterior storage for gear like bikes and surfboards.20:01 Designers emphasize that while custom hull modifications are possible, they incur substantial engineering and cutting-file costs, often making it more economical to adapt an existing larger hull design if the desired features do not fit within a smaller footprint.23:38 The builders also showcase technical details like welded-on tracks to prevent deck leaks and integrated bollards for increased structural integrity.2:50
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