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The cockpit sole of the 30-foot sailboat Antidote requires a full rebuild after the original plywood core became waterlogged and lost structural rigidity.0:11 After removing the teak decking and excavating the saturated plywood core, the sole was dried in a climate-controlled shop until moisture readings dropped from the high 20s to between 10 and 15 percent.13:15 The restoration plan involves replacing the old core with Coosa composite panels and laminating the structure with 1708 fiberglass cloth to increase stiffness.13:56 The owner uses the VectorLam software tool to compare the new laminate schedule against the original construction to ensure the replacement is stronger and lighter.14:59 Additionally, the project includes replacing rusted steel pins in the manual windlass retrieval handle with 316 stainless steel units and installing a new wave spring in the gypsy pawl.11:15 The owner is also evaluating an Iceco 79-quart dual-zone electric cooler as a potential alternative to a full galley fridge refit.9:20

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