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A Fresh Start & A Big Step on the Boat Build- Ep. 482 Ran Sailing
27 March 2026 · 21 min · 102K views · Skåne
Builder stands proud on newly stiffened boat stern
What this video covers
Johan and Malin are extending the stern of their 52-foot custom-built sailboat to create a swimming platform.▶ 0:07 The project involves laminating PET foam panels to the existing hull structure. To ensure a strong bond, Johan installed shims on the mold to align the foam with the hull's recess, creating an overlap area for the fiberglass.▶ 7:10 The team applied four layers of fiberglass to the inside of the extension to provide initial structural support before removing the mold.▶ 9:20 After curing, the outer surface was sanded to prepare for the final four-layer exterior lamination.▶ 13:08 Johan used approximately 10 kilograms of glass and 9 kilograms of epoxy for the exterior, applying a thin layer of thickened epoxy to the foam and hull to prevent air gaps.▶ 16:34 The addition of the second skin significantly increased the panel's stiffness.▶ 18:59 The crew also reorganized their workshop, moving timber and heavy machinery to a converted stable to improve workspace efficiency during winter.▶ 0:34
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