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Arthur completes the rigging and mast installation on his 42-foot salvaged catamaran, transitioning from a long-term restoration project to sea trials.0:43 He fabricates custom tangs for the main cap shrouds using salvaged parts, securing them with 10mm 316 stainless steel bolts and isolating compound to prevent galvanic corrosion between the stainless hardware and aluminum mast.3:43 He installs a new LED anchor and navigation light, routing new wiring through the mast and mounting the assembly with self-tapping screws and Sikaflex.12:34 After finalizing the standing and running rigging, he motors the vessel to an anchorage to test the mast step and shroud tension.21:36 He plans to perform incremental sea trials, starting in light winds of 5 knots and gradually increasing load to monitor for stress or structural failure.11:50 The project remains focused on preparing the vessel for coastal sailing on inland lakes before attempting open-sea passages.27:14

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