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WE SCREWED UP Last Time. Here's How We Fixed Our Custom Catamaran Build (MJ Sailing - Ep 360)
7 June 2025 · 19 min · 40K views · Kent Island
What this video covers
Matt and Jessica install the port-side nose cone on their custom catamaran by dry-fitting the component and injecting methacrylate adhesive through pre-drilled holes.0:28 To avoid the high-stress, 15-minute work-time limit encountered during the previous starboard-side installation, they secure the bow in place first and use a sectional, backfilling approach.0:12 They apply painter's tape to the interior seams to contain the adhesive and prevent it from leaking into the hull, while using clear plastic tape on exterior alignment blocks to prevent permanent bonding.4:53 The pair mixes 300-millilitre batches of adhesive at a time, allowing them to work systematically around the flange without rushing.1:40 While the preparation and injection process takes approximately two hours—significantly longer than the initial attempt—the method ensures full coverage and precise alignment.18:03 The technique allows for pauses between batches, eliminating the risk of the adhesive curing before the part is fully seated.17:28
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