Sailing Yabá · video

What this video covers

The crew of Yabá, a wooden boat currently in a shipyard, installs two new through-hull fittings for a marine toilet.9:03 The hull planking is 5 centimeters thick, requiring the use of a drill bit to pilot from the inside followed by a hole saw from both sides to ensure a clean cut.8:54 The inlet and outlet seacocks are positioned to remain accessible above the ballast while maintaining sufficient separation to prevent cross-contamination.16:14 After drilling, the crew seals the exposed wood within the holes using epoxy resin.19:30 The project also involves caulking the deck and keel, installing chain plates, and preparing the electrical panel for bilge pumps and a flood alarm.22:52 The crew decides against installing a bow thruster before the upcoming launch, opting to evaluate the need for one after sea trials.25:36

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