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Joshua continues construction on a protective shelter for a 32-foot wooden sailboat in eastern Canada during December. After recovering from an illness, he dismantles the old frame, cuts new poles to length with a circular saw, and secures them to the ridge board.▶ 2:06 He uses a chainsaw to gang-cut strapping for the structure.▶ 5:06 Progress stalls when an alignment shop identifies severe rust on the front and rear subframes of his vehicle, requiring an estimated $1,500 in repairs.▶ 7:05 This automotive maintenance forces a temporary shift in focus away from the boat project.▶ 7:54 Weather conditions further complicate the work, as unseasonably warm temperatures bring rain that halts outdoor progress.▶ 12:10 High winds later cause a corner of the shelter tarp to tear loose, which requires immediate repair with strapping battens.▶ 14:19 The project remains off-grid, with the shelter serving as the primary workspace for the 1966 Japanese-built vessel.

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