Catamaran Mistertong · video

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Refitting an Outremer catamaran in a boatyard in Carriacou, the owners focus on structural repairs and system upgrades to prepare the vessel for relaunch. The crew completes the installation of new through-hull fittings and valves, utilizing Loctite 577 thread sealant for both the fittings and the plumbing connections.22:26 Structural work includes drilling and preparing mounting points for the trampoline support beams and the bobstay chainplate, followed by the application of epoxy inserts.19:59 The team also addresses localized moisture damage in the aft port cabin, where they remove old fiberglass tabbing and inspect the plywood bulkheads.4:59 To protect the hull and fittings, they apply an epoxy primer, noting that Coppercoat must be kept isolated from brass components.23:51 The project remains subject to the operational status of the local boatyard, which has faced closures and logistical delays.12:49 The owners also discuss the use of automotive-grade two-part polyurethane paint as a cost-effective alternative to marine-specific coatings for certain structural components.36:25

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