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A 27-foot Grinde sailboat, *Gecko*, suffered severe flooding while left unattended for one year in Indonesia.0:03 The water level reached the mast, submerging the engine, batteries, electrical systems, tools, spare parts, and interior soft goods.1:28 Mold growth destroyed cushions, clothing, and personal items, while oil from the engine contaminated the bilge.4:34 Initial inspection revealed the keel-to-hull joint had cracked, creating a gap that required professional repair.15:41 A structural assessment confirmed the boat's stringers remained sound, allowing for a potential restoration rather than a total loss.23:40 The owner initiated a cleanup process involving siphoning the bilge, removing debris, and scraping mold-damaged paint from the interior.2:11 Plans for the restoration include dropping the keel for a full reseal, replacing the water-damaged engine or performing a major overhaul, and rewiring the electrical system.23:59 The project requires significant labor and financial investment to prepare the vessel for a planned passage to South Africa.31:51

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