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Drake climbs the mast in Dingle, Ireland, to replace a Windex wind indicator destroyed by a bird.0:12 He ascends using mast steps while secured by a sailing harness and a halyard managed by Monique on a mast winch.0:55 The pair uses Solidcom C1 headsets to coordinate the installation, eliminating the need for shouting.1:23 During the initial attempt, Drake discovers the new Windex lacks the necessary extension to clear the masthead fittings.6:32 He descends to fabricate an extension from a scrap aluminum plate using a jigsaw, securing it with nuts and lock washers.7:54 After re-ascending, he adjusts the alignment based on visual feedback from Monique on deck.9:55 The installation concludes with the Windex centered and functional.10:22 The project highlights the utility of wireless headsets for masthead work and the necessity of verifying hardware dimensions before climbing.10:34

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