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Sailboat Restoration Q&A Ask Me Anything. I've done it twice 😅
June 23, 2025 · 30 min · 1K views
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Restoring a sailboat requires significant self-reliance, as professional contractors often fail to meet deadlines and frequently overcharge for labor.1:40 When working in boatyards, owners often face resistance from management that prefers to employ in-house professional builders, sometimes restricting access to electricity or workspace.19:44 For cruising sailors, Dyneema rigging offers the advantage of DIY installation but presents a critical vulnerability: the material is highly susceptible to failure if tensioned and then nicked by a sharp object.16:21 Regarding electrical systems on aluminum hulls, maintaining a floating 12-volt system without bonding to the hull prevents stray current corrosion, provided the engine negative is not inadvertently grounded to the hull through the starter circuit.3:31 When anchoring, carrying 120 meters of 10mm chain provides a necessary safety margin for deep water, despite the significant weight penalty.23:46 Attempting to encapsulate a swing keel on a Morgan Out Island 51 to reduce draft is inadvisable, as the resulting loss of lateral resistance will severely compromise stability and sailing performance.25:40
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