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Mads prepares the property for the arrival of Spiffy, a 44-foot hurricane-damaged catamaran, by constructing two gravel pads.0:32 Persistent rain and high clay content in the soil create muddy conditions, forcing a delay in site preparation and the postponement of work with a tractor and box blade.0:50 To facilitate metal fabrication for the boat, Mads assembles a 2-by-3-foot fixture table and uses a Form 4 3D printer to create custom dies from Rigid 10K resin.2:05 These 3D-printed dies successfully bend 1mm, 3mm, and 5mm steel on a metal brake, confirming the viability of the technique for custom brackets and handholds.14:32 After the ground partially dries, Mads and a friend use a tractor to clear topsoil and level the area in front of the workshop for the first gravel pad.18:13 The project remains stalled on the second pad due to saturated ground, prompting plans to consult professionals about using hydrated lime to stabilise the clay soil.20:49

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