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A 43-year-old boat undergoing a full resealing project faces structural setbacks, including a crack in the keel and persistent leaks in the pilothouse windows and deck hatches.0:37 Investigation of the keel reveals a crack leaking a mixture of water and oil, which originated from a foam-filled void between bilge compartments.0:46 The owner drills relief holes to drain the fluid and plans to grind back the fiberglass to repair the structural damage.1:42 Simultaneously, the crew replaces and reseals multiple corroded deck hatches and pilothouse windows, often combining parts from two different boats to create functional units.9:50 The process involves removing old sealant, cleaning corrosion, and applying butyl tape and sealant, though supply shortages of Sikaflex complicate the work.10:32 The crew relies on temporary taping to protect the interior from the approaching rainy season while they continue the labor-intensive process of refurbishing hardware and sealing deck penetrations.14:26

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