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To install planks in the stern of the wooden boat *Arabella*, the crew uses a steam-bending technique to manage the severe twist required.7:43 They construct a steaming chamber using a food-grade vacuum bag, a turkey fryer burner, a large pot, and aluminum venting, with a dust collector hose serving as an exhaust to prevent moisture buildup in the boathouse.8:42 This method allows the 1.5-inch thick planks to become pliable enough to clamp into place without splitting.8:51 Simultaneously, the crew manages bronze frame straps by waiting until the final fitting to cut notches, preventing misalignment caused by the natural movement of the bent frames during planking.2:45 While work continues in the boathouse, Steve and Joe drive a 26-foot rental truck from North Carolina to Virginia to collect donated machinery, including a CNC machine and an Enco mill, for a future sail cargo project.11:18 Steaming provides the necessary flexibility to install planks in areas with extreme curvature.7:43

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