A GIRL IN THE SAILBOAT BILGE | SailBoat Restoration | FUN with New CREW | Paper Boat Project
October 4, 2020 · 16 min · 6K views
What this video covers
Restoration work on the 38-ft sailboat Magic Woman involves painting the hull and bowsprit, repairing the steering column housing, and addressing structural dampness in the plywood behind the stove.6:51 Stefan Heiberg and his crew sand and repaint the bowsprit and steering column, while also seeking a permanent solution for a loose dolphin striker connection that currently requires mousing.14:52 To deter woodpeckers from nesting in the mast, a crew member ascends the rig to install reflective foil and a decoy owl named Bob.13:20 The project also includes an assessment of a stray dog with an infected wound, with plans to consult a pharmacy for appropriate treatment.4:34 The team continues general maintenance and cosmetic upgrades while preparing the vessel for a return to the water. The crew notes that navigating the mast and spreaders during the ascent proved more difficult than anticipated.14:14
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