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This Was the LAST Thing We Expected to Find… | (EP. 022)
11 October 2025 · 25 min · 3K views
What this video covers
The crew of a Bristol 45.5, currently undergoing a full restoration, addresses multiple maintenance and infrastructure projects while preparing the vessel for launch. The team replaces deteriorated scupper hoses and rusted hose clamps found throughout the boat, including sections behind the microwave and in the aft berth, to resolve water intrusion issues.5:26 They integrate the Yanmar engine into the NEMA 2000 network to enable communication with the chartplotter and test the Dometic refrigerator’s cooling performance.3:46 Additional work includes constructing a custom berth in the main salon with gas-strut-assisted lids and installing a ventilation fan to manage heat buildup from the refrigeration unit.24:16 Supply chain delays for G43 anchor chain and a replacement main halyard have pushed back the vessel's launch date.14:00 The crew also performs aloft inspections to verify the main halyard’s position on the sheave and applies teak oil to cockpit floor mats.19:05
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