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Marine surveyor Peter Hunt conducts a sea trial and safety inspection of *Arabella*, a custom-built wooden boat, to satisfy insurance requirements before its debut at a wooden boat show in Mystic, Connecticut.2:05 During the trial, Hunt evaluates the vessel’s engine performance, noting an efficient heat exchanger temperature drop and good vibration isolation, though he identifies an overheating stuffing box running at 144 degrees Fahrenheit that requires adjustment.26:24 The inspection covers critical safety systems, including propane locker venting, solenoid shut-off switches, and the use of Type A hoses.12:59 The boat features traditional construction methods, utilizing silicon bronze and copper rivets, along with a traditional stuffing box rather than a dripless seal.5:37 While the crew keeps the engine running during the initial sail test to satisfy insurance stipulations, they successfully raise the sails and perform a tack.20:18 The survey confirms the vessel meets marine standards for a new build, with final rigging and sail adjustments scheduled to continue at a mooring in Mystic.17:07

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