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Day 7: Polishing the hull

12 June 2024 · 1 min · 2K views

What this video covers

A solo sailor polishes the hull of Abela as part of day 7 of preparations for a round-the-world voyage.Watch The three-step process runs in sequence: first, cleaning the hull surface with water and vinegar; second, machine-polishing with a polishing compound; third, applying a wax coat, also by machine.Watch Pablo Berrus references the karate kid motion while working the polisher across the hull.0:15 The session ends with the hull fully polished and waxed, with Berrus noting it should show a strong shine.0:59

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