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The crew of the wooden boat Yabá completes final maintenance tasks in a shipyard three days before launch.0:02 The primary focus involves re-caulking the deck to prevent water intrusion in the bow locker and engine room.0:51 The team removes old, cracked caulking, cleans the seams with isopropanol, and applies Sikaflex 290DC Pro sealant.0:58 To ensure a clean finish, the owner uses a lighter to burn off stray fibers from the caulking cotton before sealing.18:59 Simultaneously, the crew sends 229 kilograms of anchor chain to be galvanized and replaces a rusted shackle.8:22 Other ongoing projects include cleaning the engine room, repairing a saltwater hose, and varnishing interior bulkheads.12:04 The owner emphasizes the importance of stocking up on specialized marine products like deck sealant while in the shipyard, as these items are often difficult to source once underway.19:34 Regular maintenance of deck seams using caulking cotton and a caulking iron prevents the need for major, time-consuming repairs.22:42

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