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Fabricating and installing custom lazy jacks on a 14-foot boom requires measuring the distance from the gooseneck to the mast top, multiplying that figure by 2.75, and doubling the result to determine the total line length.1:33 Attaching the lazy jack lines to the ends of the spreaders rather than the mast provides a wider opening, which prevents battens from snagging during mainsail hoists when the boat is not pointed directly into the wind.1:55 The installation involves riveting stainless steel U-straps to the spreaders to secure the pulleys.5:14 Separately, troubleshooting Raymarine electronics often requires checking individual connections throughout the vessel, as the system functions similarly to a series of Christmas lights.6:41 Attempting to repair a leaking dinghy with internal tube sealant proved ineffective after 24 hours, leading to the decision to replace the unit with a new Highfield model.14:43

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