Sailing SV Cordelia · video

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The owners of the 41-year-old Venus 46, SV Cordelia, are planning a major refit during the upcoming hurricane season to address long-term wear and water damage.15:37 Planned upgrades include replacing four original deck hatches with modern units, installing new port lights, and repainting the coach roof and cockpit coaming to address failing non-skid surfaces and alloy corrosion.18:53 The interior will undergo extensive revarnishing, headlining replacement, and a galley sink and tap upgrade.19:37 The crew also intends to convert two separate saloon dining areas into a single, larger settee, though they are currently evaluating how to maintain a functional workstation within that new layout.21:40 To manage costs and access specialized labor, the crew is relocating the vessel to the Rio Dulce in Guatemala, a region known for its established marine trades and hurricane-protected inland anchorages.24:21 The project aims to restore the vessel after 17 years of full-time liveaboard use.0:09

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