Sailing Yabá · video

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Restoration work on the wooden sailboat Yabá focuses on sealing the hull and deck to prevent water ingress before launch. The crew caulks the keel line using cotton and a specialized compound, a critical step performed after finishing the deck seams on the starboard, port, and bow areas.2:34 To ensure a watertight seal, the team cleans deck seams with ethanol before applying the compound with icing bags to minimize waste.6:59 Ben sources bronze through-hull fittings for two heads, opting for independent inlet and outlet valves for each to minimize hose length.10:09 He also has a local workshop bend and polish four stainless steel chain plates for the main mast, which will allow for the installation of the shrouds.15:57 The team applies epoxy resin to the sacrificial keel and prepares to install the through-hulls and chain plates.12:09 These tasks prioritize structural integrity and water management, ensuring the bilge remains dry once the vessel enters the water.

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