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Restoring teak toe rails on the sailboat Zephyr involves sanding down wood filler, cleaning the surface, and applying TotalBoat teak oil.8:09 After sanding the toe rails, the crew washes the wood to remove dust, which is essential for proper oil absorption.3:13 The crew applies three coats of teak oil using a cloth rather than a brush to prevent runs.12:59 While the oil effectively protects the wood, the wood filler used to repair deep gouges and cracks fails to absorb the oil, resulting in visible color discrepancies that resemble zebra stripes.13:39 The crew concludes that wood filler lacks the necessary rigidity for large repairs and does not stain or oil to match the surrounding teak.5:56 They plan to sand away the filler in a future season.13:53 Additionally, the crew announces the purchase of a new outboard motor, which will be the subject of a subsequent installation and commissioning video.7:14

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