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Final preparations for relaunching the boat include re-stepping the mast, applying anti-fouling paint to the keel, and servicing the sail drive. The mast is back in place with pilot lines removed and reefing lines prepared, though final rigging tensioning and sail installation will occur after the boat is in the water.2:44 The keel, previously repaired for structural damage and delamination, has been primed and coated with anti-fouling.6:18 Maintenance tasks completed in the final days on the hard include changing the sail drive oil, inspecting the shaft seal, servicing the engine, and replacing through-hull fittings.16:16 The crew also cleaned the interior, painted the bilge in the garage area, and reorganized spare parts.13:42 An electrician is scheduled to finalize the energy system once the boat is afloat.19:37 The boat is slated for splash day two days after these final tasks.17:40

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