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The Metamorphosis of our Master Berth (MJ Sailing - Ep 333)

6 de julio de 2024 · 16 min · 44K vistas · Kent Island

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The master berth construction on the custom boat involves routing steering cables through the cabin to minimize friction and maximize space.1:26 By running the lines from the pedestal through a new storage cabinet near the steps, the design avoids external enclosures and maintains a straight path for the steering and shifter cables.1:26 The installation includes a dedicated, ventilated, and watertight compartment for the hybrid motor controller to ensure proper cooling.2:59

Structural work requires bonding and glassing fiberglass panels, followed by fairing with Total Fair Epoxy Faring Compound and polyester-based compounds for larger surfaces.7:07 To identify low spots during the fairing process, the crew applies denatured alcohol mixed with blue dye before sanding.8:53 Additional tasks include trimming factory-shipped fiberglass edges along the cabin top to prepare for window installation.9:30 The crew utilizes WBT-2 electric scissors to cut through multiple layers of 12-ounce double-bias fiberglass.15:20 Proper surface preparation, including cleaning with acetone, ensures adhesion for the fairing compound.6:32

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