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Mark is performing a comprehensive refit on his boat in San Diego, California, focusing on standing rigging replacement and electronics upgrades. The project includes installing a BNG Vulcan 12 chartplotter, a BNG Halo 20 plus radar, and BNG Triton 2 instrument displays to replace existing Raymarine ST60 plus units.1:37 The mast has been unstepped to facilitate the installation of new wiring, a VHF antenna, and a wired BNG wind indicator.1:12 Standing rigging is being replaced, with the backstay and intermediate stays transitioning to Dyneema.6:14 The crew removed stainless mast steps to reduce weight aloft and prevent halyard fouling.3:59 Chain plates were pulled for inspection and electro-polishing, and the inner forestay attachment point is being resealed to address minor water intrusion.2:25 The mast itself is undergoing cleaning and waxing, with old screw holes being plugged with pop rivets.4:44 The project aims to modernize the vessel's navigation suite and ensure structural integrity through updated rigging and sealed deck penetrations.

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