Sailing Yabá · video

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The crew of the wooden schooner Yabá completed the installation of the vessel's final replacement frames, marking a significant milestone in the boat's structural restoration.0:25 After discovering widespread rot, the owners decided to replace all frames to ensure the vessel's integrity.0:03 The project faced delays due to heavy rain and flooding, which prevented the delivery of necessary timber.0:16 With the new wood arrived, the team finished the remaining six frames and began addressing damaged floor timbers in the engine room.10:06 The crew identified that previous structural failures, including cracked floor timbers, resulted from improper placement of iron fasteners and excessive stress on the wood grain.10:34 To protect the new timber, the team is using a synthetic, non-toxic grey primer instead of traditional lead-based red lead.18:12 The crew also explained the staggered joint technique used on the sheer planks to maintain structural strength.22:22 While the frames are now in place, they still require final bolting to complete the structural rebuild.25:55

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