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Bad Weather and Excuses - Episode 6 - DIY Free Sailboat Refit
May 16, 2021 · 7 min · 703 views
What this video covers
Archie continues the DIY refit of Puffin by removing the final sections of interior headlining and addressing persistent water ingress.0:35 He identifies a seized exhaust skin fitting that requires removal with an angle grinder from the exterior.1:06 To stabilize the vessel for structural repairs, the yard owner moves Puffin onto blocks, allowing Archie to level the hull using wooden sleepers salvaged from a home table.2:05 He uses a wet-dry vacuum to clear standing water from the bilge and locker areas.2:19 Future structural tasks include rebuilding the chain locker lid and companionway hatch to eliminate leaks, as well as repairing the pulpit and forestay attachment points.4:31 To facilitate upcoming fiberglass and resin work, he installs a diesel heater to maintain ambient temperatures.5:10 He treats interior mold with Astonish cleaner and plans to sand remaining adhesive residue from the hull surfaces before beginning the rebuild.5:24
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