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#75 Between a lovely encounter and repairs…

January 25, 2025 · 34 min · 8K views · Le Marin, Martinique

What this video covers

The owners of a catamaran perform structural repairs to the anchor locker and windlass mount to ensure safe anchoring. After discovering water intrusion and wood rot, they cut out the damaged sections of the deck and locker door.0:45 The repair process involves laminating new plywood backing from underneath, applying resin, and reinforcing the structure with fiberglass to restore integrity.2:15 The crew prioritizes this work to maintain the ability to anchor securely, as they rarely use marinas.9:57 They note that the project consumed significant time and resources, requiring them to pause other major boat improvements while awaiting legal updates regarding the vessel's status.28:47 The owners plan to finish the immediate windlass area repairs before halting further large-scale projects to manage their budget and mitigate risks associated with ongoing legal proceedings.32:00

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