Sailing Yabá · video

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The crew of Yabá continues the refit of their wooden vessel by applying a layer of gray primer to the starboard hull and preparing the engine for its first test run.0:14 Ben applies the primer using a compressor gun on a dry, sunny day, masking varnished sections with protective material to avoid overspray.0:56 Meanwhile, MP and a helper named Elio fabricate a custom stainless steel exhaust component to connect the turbo outlet, requiring extensive cutting, welding, and grinding to achieve the necessary fit.6:19 The team fills the engine with fresh water to check for leaks in the cooling system and adds oil to both the engine and the gearbox.9:08 They also restore a manual oil-change pump, painting it red to match their color-coded maintenance system.10:48 Because the original exhaust pipe was wrapped in hazardous asbestos, the crew removed the material and now seeks a safe, heat-resistant insulation alternative.17:41 Persistent rain prevents further exterior painting, forcing the crew to shift focus to interior tasks like table construction and electrical planning.15:07

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