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Squib's Refit - Mast Electrics /108
27 de fevereiro de 2025 · 16 min · 681 visualizações
O que este vídeo aborda
Peter and his friend Horst attempt to replace the aging mast wiring on their 40-year-old boat, *Squib*.0:16 The project involves removing old, oxidized copper wiring and installing new cables to improve electrical reliability for the masthead light and deck lights.3:07 During the process, the crew encounters significant resistance while attempting to pull new cables through the mast, eventually discovering that the existing wires are stuck or tangled with the antenna cable.6:53 After failing to clear the internal obstructions, they decide to retain the original wiring for the masthead light and focus on repairing the deck and steaming light circuits.10:08 Horst, a communications technician, demonstrates soldering techniques and the use of heat-shrink tubing to seal connections against moisture.1:13 They also splice a damaged antenna cable by soldering the core and shielding, reinforcing the repair with additional heat-shrink and electrical tape.13:33 The mast remains off the boat at the end of the project, with final testing deferred until the mast is stepped.15:36
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