Project Brupeg · video

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The crew of the 17.37-meter steel vessel Brupeg performs multiple refit tasks, including engine room bulkhead preparation, electrical system upgrades, and the installation of a new induction cooktop.0:09 Damien and the team grind and fair the engine room bulkhead to prepare for a commemorative laser-etched stainless steel plaque dedicated to a supporter, Billy McConnell.3:53 To accommodate the new induction cooktop, Damien modifies the galley cabinetry and polishes the stainless steel surface to a brushed finish.8:59 Meanwhile, guest Philip Duncan installs current-monitoring hardware for the boat’s two inverters, using current clips and a Raspberry Pi Pico board to display power output on the bridge.5:31 Margot installs insulation in the lower cabin, following the original 50-year-old design that maintains a one-inch air gap between the hull and insulation to prevent condensation on the steel.23:03 Damien also prepares to mount a SeaTalk digital compass on the radar mast, positioning it away from the steel structure to ensure accurate navigation data.23:24

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