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Structural damage to the hull and keel requires a complete interior teardown, including the removal of all floorboards and cabinetry.1:59 The repair process involves using heavy tools to break through layers of Sikaflex and adhesive used in the original floor construction.3:13 During the disassembly, the crew attempts to remove the nearly 4-ton keel to inspect the hull-to-keel joint and assess the extent of the damage.11:36 The process proves difficult as the keel remains stuck to the hull despite the removal of all keel bolts, requiring the use of a travel lift and custom-fitted wooden supports to safely separate the components.17:57 Due to the ongoing uncertainty and the lack of a concrete repair timeline, the owners officially cancel their planned Atlantic crossing with the ARC.7:15 The insurance company has authorized two independent surveyors to conduct a full investigation of the vessel to determine the viability of future repairs.20:57

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