Acorn To Arabella · video

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After experiencing multiple failures of the bronze bowsprit cap on the wooden boat Arabella, the owner replaces the metal fitting with a Dyneema strap system.4:04 The original casting suffered from crystallization and poor structural integrity, causing the bobstay attachment points to snap under load.3:37 To secure the bowsprit, the owner installs four custom-made oak chocks and uses color-coded Dyneema slings to distribute tension between the furler and the whiskers.4:59 This configuration eliminates the need for shackle pins and allows for easier inspection and replacement.15:14 While preparing the boat for a month-long period of inactivity in Camden, Maine, the owner discovers the sacrificial zinc anode on the propeller has completely dissolved, indicating a potential electrical system fault that requires further investigation.11:59 To prevent mold and manage battery levels during his absence, he leaves the Seafrost refrigerator and two low-draw ventilation fans running.20:07 He also secures lines outboard to protect the wooden deck from moisture.16:50

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