Catamaran Mistertong · video

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The owners of an Outremer catamaran are rebuilding the vessel's axial beam, which suffered extensive rot due to moisture ingress and poor protection around anchor chain passages.5:02 The repair process involves purging all rotted northern pine, sanding the remaining structure to clean wood, and replacing damaged sections with 12mm plywood sheets.15:45 To prevent future structural degradation, the crew is reinforcing the beam with Carbon Kevlar fiber and epoxy resin, opting to leave the wood finish visible rather than painting it.7:42 They are also installing foam filler in gaps to minimize the amount of epoxy required for the final lamination.22:16 The project includes replacing hardware and washers that were previously compromised by corrosion.2:00 By leaving the wood exposed under a clear epoxy finish, the owners intend to maintain visual access to the structural integrity of the beam for future inspections.19:21

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