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Risky maneuver at the shipyard shifting huge wooden boats with one winch only — Sailing Yabá #102
9 October 2022 · 23 min · 131K views
What this video covers
The shipyard crew shifts the wooden boat Yabá to a new position on land to accommodate a neighbor vessel requiring long-term repairs for teredo worm damage and frame rot.3:36 Workers execute the move using hydraulic jacks, wedges, and temporary supports, shifting the boat incrementally to clear space for other vessels in the yard.1:40 Meanwhile, the refit of Yabá continues with the installation of approximately six tons of ballast, consisting of metal tubes and stones positioned near the centerline to maintain proper trim.21:30 The crew prepares the interior by installing grooved marine plywood wall panels, which they seal with epoxy and paint in an off-white finish.7:25 Additionally, the mast undergoes sanding and preparation for varnishing.16:02 The project remains focused on structural integrity and interior finishing while maintaining access to bilge pumps, through-hull fittings, and hydraulic systems.22:26
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