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My boatyard wish list
20 June 2025 · 11 min · 1K views
What this video covers
Chris performs a hull and keel inspection on a Whitbread 60 racing yacht, focusing on the structural integrity and surface preparation of the high-tensile Keelox steel keel and lead bulb.▶ 0:37 The keel features a slim, swept-back design secured by approximately 14 to 16 large Aquamet 22 bolts at the top plate and additional fasteners at the shoe.▶ 5:27 During the maintenance process, the host identifies layers of previous coatings, including Interfill 833 filler and multiple coats of Interprotect primer.▶ 8:25 Due to time and budget constraints in the boatyard, the project prioritises a partial restoration over a full media blast.▶ 7:26 The current plan involves sanding to the existing epoxy primer, spot-treating surface corrosion, and applying three coats of Interprotect followed by Micron CSC anti-fouling paint.▶ 8:57 This incremental approach aims to stabilise the keel against further corrosion while allowing the vessel to return to the water on schedule.▶ 10:32 Proper maintenance requires balancing ideal technical standards with the practical realities of boatyard costs and time management.▶ 7:15
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