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24 Dec 2023 Swim ladder hinges a new approach

24 dicembre 2023 · 7 min · 3K visualizzazioni · Sweden

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Sven Yrvind modifies the swim ladder on his boat to improve access for hull cleaning during his planned voyage to New Zealand.0:06 The existing rope-based hinge system frequently jams and interferes with the rubber hull components, complicating deployment.0:10 To resolve this, he cuts away the original mounting points and prepares to weld new hinges directly into the composite structure.0:33 This relocation allows for easier access to the hull, which he identifies as a critical requirement for removing goose barnacles in the Roaring Forties.3:57 Although the modification delays the boat's launch date, he prioritizes long-term maintenance efficiency over immediate departure.5:16 He uses a saw and grinder to create new slots in the composite, planning to reinforce the area after welding the hinges into their new positions.6:49 Improving hull access for cleaning at sea reduces the risk of performance loss caused by barnacle accumulation during long-distance passages.6:13

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