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Kika and Dan reinforce and waterproof the cockpit locker lids on their boat to protect new battery installations and electronics.▶ 0:29 Kika sands the lids, fills screw holes with thickened epoxy, and bonds foam inserts to the underside to eliminate structural flex.▶ 1:07 After sanding the cured foam, she applies fiberglass cloth and resin to stiffen the lids before priming and painting the surfaces.▶ 5:35 Dan installs the completed lids using temporary hinges to seal the cockpit lockers against rain while awaiting final non-skid application.▶ 13:09 The team plans to add perimeter foam sealant and mechanical latches to ensure the lockers remain watertight during heavy seas.▶ 15:04 These modifications successfully eliminate lid flex and prevent water ingress into the cockpit lockers.▶ 15:08

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