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STORM JACK
August 11, 2024 · 26 min · 9K views
What this video covers
The owner of a steel sailboat prepares for full-time liveaboard life by completing several maintenance and rigging projects.0:09 He installs three new fire extinguishers in the engine compartment and cabin, adding a dedicated port for engine-room fire suppression. The rigging overhaul includes replacing all halyards, re-rigging the self-tacking staysail system, and installing a new attachment point for the staysail that doubles as a secure harness hard point.2:29 He tests a storm jib, though he notes the sail dimensions require verification against the boat's original plans.9:51 Additionally, he fabricates a custom cockpit sun and spray shade using existing structural frames and salvaged fabric, installing 66 grommets to tension the panels.12:22 The project concludes with the addition of 100-liter water storage containers.14:58 Despite the heat and the complexity of sewing custom canvas, the owner confirms the self-tacking system and the new cockpit protection are functional for upcoming passages.20:46
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