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The refit of the boat Squib remains ongoing, forcing the crew to postpone their planned departure from Vienna until May 2025.0:19 A mid-July assessment revealed the vessel remains a major construction site, with significant interior and exterior work still required before it is seaworthy.0:25 Key outstanding tasks include servicing the port engine, grinding and painting the engine bilge, installing the windlass pedestal, and completing the electrical system, which currently lacks a residual current device, circuit breakers, and proper grounding.3:08 The galley remains in a raw state, the head requires a new toilet and holding tank installation, and the cabin sole and ceiling panels are incomplete.6:25 Externally, the cockpit requires painting, the application of KiwiGrip non-skid coating, and the installation of the bow pulpit and stanchions.9:07 The crew also plans to assemble a new Selden furling system for the mast and replace the wiring.19:07 Postponing the departure allows the crew to complete these critical systems properly rather than attempting an unsafe, rushed launch.12:19

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