Taking our Sails out | Land Rats | EP14
October 25, 2020 · 8 min · 168 views
What this video covers
The crew of Grand Lucy removes the mainsail, genoa, and spinnaker from storage to assess their condition after four years of inactivity.0:36 The mainsail remains in good condition, though the reefing points require inspection by a sailmaker.1:29 The genoa’s sun protection cover shows significant wear and requires repair, while the spinnaker appears unused and in new condition.1:57 To prepare the sails for professional evaluation, the crew removes the battens and detaches the mainsail from the boom.2:32 Separately, the crew restores the boat's diesel tank by sandblasting the exterior and applying a diesel-proof coating.4:30 They plan to replace the tank's rubber seal and perform a pressure test before reinstallation.6:28 Ongoing refit projects for Grand Lucy include refurbishing the engine, inspecting the standing rigging, sanding the mast, polishing the propeller shaft, and installing new hatch locks.7:14 A wind vane purchased in the City of Cape Town awaits delivery to complete the self-steering system.6:49
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