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Shipyard Upgrades: We NEED to improve our rudder (88ft Wooden Boat)

29 de marzo de 2026 · 28 min · 103K visitas

Crew installs rudder pintle on 88ft wooden boat YABAI

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Shipyard upgrades on an 88-ft wooden boat, Yaba, focus on structural steering improvements to facilitate a future autopilot installation.Watch Shipwrights reinforce the rudder assembly by fitting a new, heavy-duty wooden section to the rudder post, utilizing epoxy and threaded bars to secure the pintle and gudgeon.14:23 To resolve anchor chain piling issues that block the windlass, the crew deepens the anchor chain locker by 20 centimeters and adds a V-shaped slope to the floor.18:37 Additional maintenance includes replacing ash spreaders, varnishing exterior woodwork, and servicing the propeller, shaft, and gearbox.9:48 The team also fabricates a new quadrant and custom stainless steel rings for halyard attachment.22:59 Caulking seams are smoothed, and interior furniture is added to the library and toolbox areas.23:24 A temporary red LED light in the pilothouse is permanently wired and boxed for a cleaner finish.20:23

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