Sailing Magic Carpet · vídeo

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Refitting the V-berth and chain locker of the Magic Carpet involves replacing old, mold-prone fiberglass mat with 20-ounce biaxial stitched cloth to create a smooth, cleanable, and structural interior surface. The hull features a solid fiberglass construction with balsa insulation, which the crew retains for thermal and acoustic benefits while removing the original, poorly bonded matte cloth.4:26 Preparation requires sanding, fairing with minimal 407 filler, and degreasing surfaces with acetone.4:39 The crew applies epoxy resin using a slow hardener, wetting out the biaxial cloth and using metal rollers to eliminate air bubbles and voids.13:01 On curved sections, they massage the cloth to prevent wrinkles and use syringes to inject resin into any remaining voids.14:45 The process includes templating complex bulkhead shapes and using specific cutting techniques—tearing for chop strand mat and pulling fibers for woven cloth—to ensure clean edges.23:45 The project results in a reinforced, waterproofed, and easily maintained interior finish.26:25

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