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Sam Holmes replaces the forestay wire on his boat in Phuket, Thailand, utilizing professional rigging services from Rolly Tasker.▶ 0:00 The process involves inspecting existing aluminum extrusions for the sail track and reassembling them onto the new wire using set screws and Loctite.▶ 0:25 The rigger installs a mechanical terminator on the forestay end by spacing the wire strands around a central wedge, applying anti-seize to prevent galling, and sealing the assembly with Sikaflex for water resistance.▶ 1:32 The Profurl furling drum is inspected and reattached to the base of the forestay.▶ 0:45 Before stepping the mast, the mast track is cleaned to ensure smooth slide movement, and the mast base ball is lubricated with PTFE grease.▶ 2:49 A crane lifts the mast into position, where the crew secures the forestay and shrouds.▶ 4:33 Final tuning of the standing rigging remains to be completed after the initial installation.▶ 6:07

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