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Some Serious Rot Fixing on my Ocean-Going Catamaran Project
12. april 2024 · 25 min · 115K visninger · The Netherlands
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Repairing structural rot on a Warrenpahy 42 catamaran requires removing the rub rail to access and replace damaged plywood sections where the crossbeam lashings attach.1:19 After deconstructing the rail, the owner identifies localized rot in the plywood core, though the underlying fiberglass remains sound.5:54 The repair process involves cutting out the compromised wood, creating a scarf joint, and installing new Iroco hardwood blocks secured with Mr Boat epoxy and low-density filler.14:20 To ensure a durable finish, the owner replaces the original, degraded rub rail with a new hardwood plank, utilizing a cordless router to shape the required U-channel profile.21:48 Beyond the hull work, the project requires addressing a leaky lower unit on the outboard engine and finalizing control cable connections.20:12 The owner intends to complete these repairs in the Netherlands before sailing south toward warmer climates in Spain or Portugal to avoid another northern winter.10:13 Proper structural integrity at the lashing points remains the primary focus for preparing the vessel for ocean passages.10:37
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