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Squib's Refit - Episode 41
9 November 2023 · 20 min · 723 views
What this video covers
The refit of the pocket catamaran Squib involves structural modifications to the stern to accommodate a Windpilot self-steering system and the application of a new primer coat to the deckhouse and helm station. To mount the Windpilot, the crew drills holes into the stern platform, reinforcing the attachment points by filling them with thickened epoxy and installing wooden backing plates.3:18 After aligning the mounting modules symmetrically, they secure the hardware to the reinforced laminate.16:40 Simultaneously, the crew prepares the interior surfaces for painting by performing multiple rounds of sanding and filling.9:24 They use a Dremel tool to smooth small fillets and apply epoxy filler to imperfections.10:58 Despite the persistence of minor surface defects, the crew prioritizes progress over perfection to maintain their project timeline.13:17 They apply two coats of white epoxy primer to the helm and deckhouse, using three cans of product.18:41 The final phase of the current work involves removing deck rails to sand away aged, yellowed gelcoat in preparation for further finishing.19:54
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