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Construction of custom cockpit stairs involves laminating foam-core fiberglass panels, cutting them to match existing cockpit radii, and bonding the assembly piece-by-piece to ensure squareness and level alignment.3:48 To increase impact resistance for the top step, a thicker foam core and heavier glass layup are used.1:00 After bonding the individual stair components, the backside seams are glassed for strength before the entire structure is permanently installed into the cockpit using structural putty.7:22 Final reinforcement includes applying two layers of 12-ounce double-biased fiberglass, consolidated with a metal fin roller and finished with peel ply to minimize fairing.13:27 Separately, the freezer insulation project concludes with the application of two-part expanding foam, followed by backfilling seams with thickened epoxy resin to create a moisture-proof seal.9:38 The refrigeration system utilizes a remote-mounted Danfoss BD35 compressor, which will be installed in an adjacent compartment with active fan ventilation to ensure proper cooling.11:50

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