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Nova Loman performs extensive refit projects in Nynashamn to prepare her boat for upcoming offshore sailing.0:04 She addresses a persistent leak in the forward water tank by removing old silicone sealant and applying a new compound to the tank lids, allowing 72 hours for the material to cure.0:35 To improve sleeping comfort, she replaces the V-berth cushions and adds a memory foam topper to the main cabin mattress, hand-stitching the covers to fit the custom shapes.4:24

On deck, she repaints the textured surfaces in the cockpit to match the existing finish.9:36 She also installs new acrylic windows, using a backing piece of scrap material during the drilling process to prevent the plastic from cracking at the exit point.10:19 Additionally, she replaces a rusted navigation light mounting plate that featured non-stainless steel threads.15:46 These modifications aim to improve habitability and structural integrity before her departure.

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