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26 Sep 2025 A leek but no worry

25 September 2025 · 4 min · 2K views · Baltic Sea

What this video covers

Sven Yrvind performs structural maintenance on his boat while preparing it for launch in the Baltic. He inspects a newly cut and countersunk drainage hole, ensuring the fiberglass work around the bumpkin remains secure.0:03 To test the integrity of the hull fittings, he fills the area with water and monitors for leaks.2:02 A small leak appears between a copper pipe and its through-hull fitting, though the interior remains dry.2:37 He addresses the leak by applying abrasive to the plug, noting that the opposite side of the hull shows no signs of water ingress.2:23 The process emphasizes the importance of addressing minor maintenance tasks immediately upon discovery to ensure overall vessel reliability.

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