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A 57-foot Alex Simonis catamaran undergoes a galley refrigeration upgrade and the installation of a Cortex AIS transceiver.24:09 The refrigeration project involves replacing an old unit with a dual-compartment Isotherm system.4:07 The installation requires drilling new cable routing holes through fiberglass cabinetry, carefully feeding refrigerant lines to avoid kinking, and mounting the cold plates on the left side of the fridge for optimal access.11:04 The process takes approximately two hours.15:20 Separately, the owner installs a Cortex AIS unit to improve anchor watch reliability and vessel tracking.15:58 The installation includes mounting the GPS antenna on a custom-fitted chopping board, routing wiring behind existing steering cabinetry, and connecting the unit to the boat's power.18:34 The system requires a specific NMEA converter cable to interface the Garmin AIS with the existing Raymarine network, which is not included in the kit.19:07 The owner also discusses emergency procedures for tsunami alerts, noting the necessity of clearing the reef and moving to deep water.22:46

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