HURRICANE BOAT GRIND BEGINS! - Episode 35
September 26, 2019 · 14 min · 111K views · Rio Dulce
What this video covers
The crew of the Lagoon 450 Parlay Revival begins a major refit in a Guatemala shipyard, focusing on hull repairs, deck structural issues, and interior maintenance. After hauling out, the team clears the interior, discovering significant black mold and rotted plywood flooring in the forward bow lockers caused by poor drainage.3:34 To address previous temporary fiberglass repairs, the crew grinds away old gel coat to expose the underlying laminate, revealing extensive delamination and damage that requires professional-grade restoration.6:33 A local expert, Luvi from Luvin Marine, supervises the grinding and glassing process to ensure structural integrity for future ocean crossings.5:47 Additional repairs include fixing a buckled deck section near a handrail, replacing chewed-out nylon boom sheaves with more durable materials, and welding a worn, bent anchor roller frame.11:54 The team also identifies and begins removing rotten balsa core discovered while grinding below the waterline.13:38 Proper site preparation, including storing cushions and establishing a clean work area, proves essential for managing the dust and complexity of the yard period.1:35
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