Ann-Elin Synnes · video

What this video covers

Ann-Elin Synnes and Sam perform ongoing maintenance on their boat while living ashore in a rural area. The crew replaces leaking hatch windows by removing old sealant, priming the frames and glass, and applying new Sikaflex.▶ 18:45 To ensure the glass sits level with the frame, they use stacked foam tape as spacers.▶ 19:10 They also paint the propellers to mitigate marine growth and mark the anchor chain to track its length.▶ 1:07 When a window leaks slightly after the initial repair, they continue the process of removing old adhesive and re-sealing.▶ 16:01 The pair also fabricates metal reinforcements to prevent chafe on lines where the deck hardware has worn through.▶ 3:19 Between boat projects, they explore local trails and plantations, noting the high humidity and steep terrain.▶ 21:24

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