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Arthur repairs the rudders on his catamaran by applying fiberglass strips to the edges and filling air pockets with micro-filler.12:39 He sands the fiberglass, applies an Epifanes epoxy primer, and prepares the surfaces for anti-fouling paint.15:36 The rudder repair process involves layering epoxy and fiberglass to address areas where the original material had worn away or was missing.14:24 Beyond the rudders, he plans to seal through-hull fittings located below the waterline, following advice from Hanneke and his audience.18:59 He identifies significant rot in the cabin tops and beam troughs, which complicates his ongoing window repair project.19:53 He powers his tools using portable power banks rather than yard electricity.11:03 With a goal to relaunch the boat in two months, he prioritizes structural repairs to the through-hulls and cabin tops.20:04

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