Sailing Yabá · video

What this video covers

The crew of the vessel Yabá completes the final hull penetrations, including the installation of a depth transducer, officially rendering the boat watertight and ready to float.5:57 Work on the bowsprit involves applying a protective layer of epoxy resin to the wood before installing stainless steel hardware.2:00 Electrical system upgrades include configuring a smart shunt for a 1080Ah lithium battery bank, specifically adjusting the discharge floor to zero percent.3:53 The team also routes wiring for a forward bilge pump and cabin lighting, testing the circuits to ensure proper operation.20:47 A remote-controlled windlass system is successfully tested from both the bow locker and the helm station, confirming correct polarity for up and down functions.23:04 The crew also visits a local shrimp fishing boat in Brazil to observe structural repairs, including the replacement of frames and side keels following a rock impact.7:42 The project concludes with the fabrication of a custom purple heart wood mount for a navigation display.16:32

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