Sailing Magic Carpetvideo
From EMPTY HULL to THIS. We're Getting There!
September 29, 2023 · 21 min · 81K views
What this video covers
The refit of a Cape George cutter 36, Magic Carpet, focuses on structural deck work and interior finishing to prepare the vessel for transport to Canada.0:04 The crew installs a second layer of half-inch plywood on the cockpit deck, securing it with epoxy and drilling breather holes to manage squeeze-out.0:29 To simplify construction, they install ready-made hatches rather than building custom gutters.0:59 Interior upgrades include pouring tabletop epoxy on galley countertops and painting damaged teak veneer surfaces white while retaining varnished teak trim for contrast.5:26 The crew applies multiple coats of varnish to the chart table and saloon trim, finishing with a rubbed-effect varnish to reduce glare and highlight wood grain.8:34 Additional tasks include glassing the cabin topsides and filleting the deck-to-hull joint to ensure smooth fiberglass application.15:28 Proper preparation and temperature control remain critical for managing large epoxy batches during the accelerated refit schedule.2:10
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