Sven Yrvind · video

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Sven Yrvind receives two custom keels cast by Lammhults Gjuteri for his boat project.0:50 The keels arrive at his shop on transport wheels, which are removed before installation.0:58 Each keel features a 26-millimeter mounting hole designed to accommodate a 25-millimeter duplex stainless steel shaft.3:09 This duplex material provides twice the strength of 316 stainless steel.3:15 Yrvind plans to mount the keels with spacers between the components and the hull to increase the boat's draft by 50 to 60 centimeters.3:50 This modification aims to improve the vessel's stability and ability to withstand high-wind conditions.4:08 The process involves exchanging lead for bronze components at the foundry.2:26

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