⛵️ Hurricane-damaged DIY catamaran. The leaky deck-hull joint 💦 Ep 603

Name: ⛵️ Hurricane-damaged DIY catamaran. The leaky deck-hull joint 💦 Ep 603
Uploaded: 2024-11-24T19:51:05.000Z
Duration: 20 min 16 s
Description: Mads repairs a leaking deck-hull joint on a 44-foot catamaran by resealing the seam from the inside.

24. november 2024 · 20 min · 112K visninger · Melbourne, Florida

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Mads repairs a leaking deck-hull joint on a 44-foot hurricane-damaged catamaran by cutting into the headliner to access the seam from the inside.3:36 After identifying daylight through the joint, he uses an oscillating multi-tool to remove old sealant and 80-grit sanding net to clean the surfaces.3:53 He applies new sealant and secures the joint with fasteners purchased at West Marine, confirming the repair is watertight using a hose test.9:52 The project also involves fabricating and glassing in raised rings for inspection ports in the keels to manage potential water ingress and simplify future leak detection.12:48 Additionally, he uses a 3D scanner to create digital models of damaged deck hatches, intending to CNC-machine new molds.1:04 The work includes installing sump boxes in the hulls and planning for future engine compartment painting.11:30 The repair of the deck-hull joint successfully stops water intrusion into the hull.11:09