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Ready to Leave the Yard | Leopard 50 | Ep. 14 Pt.5
1. oktober 2023 · 23 min · 46K visninger · St. Petersburg
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A Leopard 50 catamaran undergoes extensive outfitting at a professional rigging yard in Saint Petersburg, Florida, to prepare for long-term cruising. Technicians install underwater lights using a float bag to lift the stern, eliminating the need for a full haul-out.0:55 Electrical upgrades include 48-volt, 130-amp alternators paired with prototype Zeus external regulators, a Starlink satellite internet system, and a cellular booster antenna mounted on the port spreader.2:19 The galley receives a custom cabinetry modification to replace a built-in oven with a countertop unit, creating space for a double-drawer fridge-freezer wired to a 240-volt breaker.5:30 A water maker is plumbed into a dedicated utility room, with the pump mounted on rubber dampers to minimize noise and vibration.8:13 The owners, who transitioned directly to the Leopard 50 after completing ASA training, prioritized the boat's forward cockpit and interior volume for their retirement.18:58 The project concludes with final system testing and integration of the solar arch and deck-mounted panels.1:35
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