Sailing Yabá · video

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Refurbishment of the wooden sailboat Yabá continues at a shipyard with structural and cosmetic upgrades. The crew installs custom galley cupboard doors featuring heavy-duty pistons to clear overhead beams, while also planning large access hatches under the salon sofa to accommodate battery storage.3:46 Exterior work focuses on applying two layers of epoxy resin to the hull, with the transom and port side nearing completion.7:34 To reinforce the platform, the team welds custom stainless steel davits designed to prevent vertical movement from wave impact.1:38 Additionally, the crew attempts to repair an inflatable dinghy using rubberized waterproof tape to seal multiple punctures identified through a soap-bubble leak test.13:44 Future tasks include sanding the epoxy, applying primer, and painting the hull.18:06 The project remains focused on interior cabinetry, deck-mounted stainless steel hardware, and hull protection.

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