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I built a sailboat. [3/3]
March 3, 2023 · 28 min · 123K views
What this video covers
Aladino completes the assembly and painting of a kit-built dinghy intended as a tender for the crew's Cape George Cutter 36.1:10 The build utilizes a kit supplied by Duckworks, with the hull finished using Epiphanes two-part polyurethane paint in white and cream, while the transom remains clear-varnished.3:00 Prep work includes sanding, degreasing with acetone, and applying primer, which requires an additional supply run to Vancouver due to miscalculated quantities.11:09 The deck is glued in place using improvised weights for pressure.14:06 Before departing Canada, the crew performs a sea trial in a local pond, rowing the dinghy to test its trim and handling.21:07 The boat features a flat bottom and a small keel for directional stability.24:24 Future work includes installing the rudder and sail controls.28:23 Building a boat from a kit allows for a streamlined construction process compared to sourcing individual materials, though precise paint application remains time-intensive.11:45
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