Sailing Yabá · vidéo

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The crew of Yabá, a wooden boat under restoration, performs exterior finishing and engine room plumbing upgrades. To avoid the slippery surface of traditional polyurethane varnish on bow grating, the crew applies a UV-resistant, waterproof exterior deck oil that allows for easier maintenance and recoating without sanding.0:59 On the superstructure, the team completes fairing and applies a gray primer, while debating final color schemes between various shades of green, blue, and white.3:48

In the engine room, the crew reconfigures the saltwater cooling system for the engine and gearbox.14:24 Ben fabricates custom stainless steel brackets to support cooling hoses, preventing them from resting on the starter motor.12:52 He modifies a stainless steel pipe by welding an angled outlet to improve hose routing toward the exhaust.9:46 To manage the exhaust heat, the crew wraps the system in ceramic fiber tape, a solution identified through viewer feedback to avoid the health risks associated with older asbestos-based materials.23:15 The project concludes with the installation of new hose runs and the addition of a shut-off valve at the through-hull for future maintenance.22:32

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