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Refurbish or Replace the Boat? What Really Pays Off | #SAL #377

10. august 2025 · 30 min · 37K visninger · Aratu Iate Clube

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The refit of the 38-foot sailboat *Balanço* focuses on interior finishing and cockpit protection upgrades. The owner completes the painting of the boom and cockpit entrance, transitioning from polyurethane paint to gelcoat for higher durability on high-traffic surfaces.0:18 A new bimini and canvas enclosure, installed by Vinx Capotaria, improves cockpit protection, though the owner decides against mounting the boom above the new rigid doghouse to maintain structural integrity for long-distance passages.11:54 Interior work includes refinishing a 1988-era galley sink with epoxy and gelcoat to prevent water infiltration into the underlying wood.0:46 Mechanical maintenance includes replacing a severely obstructed exhaust elbow, which had restricted engine performance.19:12 The project highlights the trade-offs between refurbishing an older vessel and purchasing a newer one, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety-critical systems like standing rigging over cosmetic upgrades when resources are limited.3:05

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