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Squib's Refit - Travel Planning - Cable Routing - Pantry - Overhead Storage - Shore Power /119
15 May 2025 · 16 min · 783 views
What this video covers
The refit of the vessel Squib focuses on improving electrical accessibility and cabin storage in preparation for an upcoming voyage down the Danube toward the Black Sea and Greece. The owner replaces existing wire clusters with organised terminal blocks to allow for easier maintenance and cable management.3:49 Additional electrical work includes installing USB charging sockets in the forward cabin, wired to the main switchboard.6:51 Sabina assists with interior finishing, specifically installing cabinet hardware, latches, and trim rings in the galley.9:47 The crew constructs custom overhead storage mounts for boat hooks and oars to secure loose gear and maximise cabin space.10:38 The owner also installs a kitchen console featuring integrated cooling fans for the refrigerator, auxiliary power outlets, and a dedicated fan switch.10:32 The project concludes with planning for overhead panel installation in the cabin, requiring custom trimming to maintain headroom.16:11 The crew intends to document their progress through regular social media updates during the planned eight-to-nine-week journey.2:06
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