Catamaran Mistertong · video

What this video covers

Structural repairs on a catamaran involve replacing rotted wooden beams and reinforcing the hull near the bow. The owner removes damaged sections, installs new plywood backing plates, and applies fiberglass cloth and resin to restore structural integrity. These repairs address water damage caused by leaking deck hardware. While working on the project, the crew experiences a series of mechanical failures while traveling by dinghy to Le Marin, Martinique. The outboard motor’s starter cord snaps, and the engine subsequently fails to start due to flooded spark plugs. After borrowing tools from a local shop to dry the plugs and replace the cord, the crew successfully restarts the engine. The project requires ongoing fiberglass work, with the final phase involving the reinforcement of deck cleats and remaining structural sections. The crew anticipates completing these repairs within a week.

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