BoatworksToday · vídeo

O que este vídeo aborda

Andy guts the interior of a 24-foot sailboat to prepare for a full refit, focusing on removing old bulkheads and grinding down fiberglass tabbing from the original sole.0:15 He uses a multi-tool with a carbide-tipped blade to cut through the fiberglass, noting that the tight access in the quarter berths significantly increased the labor time.3:52 The project involves replacing the sole with Kusa panels, using OSB as a template material to refine the fit before cutting the final material.7:00

Beyond the structural work, Andy evaluates two potential locations for a 162-pound, 600-amp-hour battery bank.7:53 Placing the batteries in the V-berth instead of the original midship location near the swing keel trunk would shift weight forward to offset the 10-horsepower outboard and cockpit load, while providing easier access for electrical components.12:25 This configuration, however, limits space for a potential head.15:34 The refit prioritizes weight distribution and interior utility for a boat intended primarily for single-handed coastal cruising.

Mais de BoatworksToday

Why Is My 920Ah Sailboat Battery Bank So Big FOR THIS TINY SAILBOAT?? This Is Why ;-)!10/2026New Epoch Batteries Just Landed for My Victron System But It's On Hold For Annapolis Boat Show Prep!09/2026I Was Wrong About My Boat's Victron Wiring (You Were Right!)09/2026Will This Entire Victron Electrical System Fit In My Little Boat?08/2026

De BoatworksToday — veja o barco, a tripulação e todos os vídeos analisados do canal.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

Um email com os melhores achados da frota — os momentos, barcos e histórias que valem o seu tempo de visualização. Insira o seu endereço para receber a sua cópia.