Land Rats on a Bartered Sailboat · vidéo

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The crew installs the rudder, tiller, and prop shaft on their boat in preparation for a trip to the coast.0:23 They coat the rudder shaft tube with epoxy and install top and bottom bushings while the epoxy remains wet to ensure a secure fit.1:02 After polishing the main drive shaft on a lathe to remove scratches and protect the new seal, they insert the shaft through the hull and apply marine grease.4:09 The initial rudder installation proves too tight to turn, requiring the crew to use a flapper disc to enlarge the bushing holes in small increments until the rudder moves freely by hand.8:23 They address excessive play in the tiller fitting by inserting copper shim stock, though they plan to have the component welded and machined for a tighter final fit.11:15 The project concludes with the rudder secured in place and the hull opening sealed.12:18

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