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The crew of the catamaran Nahoa reinforces the vessel's fixed escape hatches to prevent the glass lenses from detaching during heavy offshore conditions. These hatches, located low in the bridge deck tunnel, are prone to slamming and structural failure when submerged in rough seas.1:14 To mitigate the risk of water ingress, the owners install custom-fabricated epoxy and glass collars over the exterior frames, bonding them with 3M 5200 sealant to provide a secondary mechanical retention for the glass.4:22 This modification supplements existing factory-installed retaining bolts, which the owners deem insufficient for blue-water safety.4:11 The project is completed while the boat is in the water, avoiding a haul-out.7:56 Beyond technical repairs, the crew discusses the challenges of balancing long-term cruising with family medical needs, specifically planning for a child's immunotherapy treatment in Canada, and confirms their decision to proceed with a Pacific crossing despite recent project delays and personal setbacks.13:01 Proactive reinforcement of critical hull penetrations is essential for offshore safety in production catamarans.

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