Sailing Squib · vídeo

Qué cubre este vídeo

The refit of the pocket catamaran Squib focuses on constructing a new aft bulkhead and door assembly, alongside an electrical system upgrade. To reduce weight, the bulkhead frame is built from 25mm wooden strips with Styrodur insulation inserts.8:37 The structure includes a dedicated section for a new helm seat and a mounting point for a folding table on the port side.9:33 Two 50x47cm safety glass panels, salvaged from an old aquarium, are integrated into the upper bulkhead section.13:13 The builder uses stainless steel wool to clean algae and calcium deposits from the glass before installation.13:30

For the electrical system, four Ecoworthy lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are purchased to replace existing power storage.20:09 Each unit measures approximately 17x26x22cm, requiring a custom-built battery box for installation.18:40 A 20-amp battery charger is also acquired as a backup for shore power, though the vessel relies primarily on 1400 watts of solar capacity.21:48 The bulkhead components are laminated with epoxy and fiberglass matting to ensure structural integrity.22:00 Pre-fitting the frames on the boat before final bonding prevents alignment errors caused by temperature-related material expansion.14:14

Más de Sailing Squib

Sailing Squib May 2026 /2ago 2026Sailing Squib - Contemporary Witnessjul 2026Sailing Squib - May 2026 /1jul 2026Sailing Squib - We'll take care of the rest on the way - Arrival in Mesolongi/ 33jun 2026

De Sailing Squib — mira el barco del canal, la tripulación y cada vídeo analizado.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

Un correo electrónico con los mejores hallazgos de la flota: los momentos, barcos e historias que merecen tu tiempo de visionado. Introduce tu dirección para recibir tu propia copia.