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Zeal installs aluminum bronze chainplates cast by Port Townsend Foundry on the wooden hull of the Tally Ho.0:28 To ensure structural integrity, the team drills pilot holes from the outside through the planking and frames to align precisely with the internal hanging knees.0:43 Because the chainplates sit at varying angles, the crew counterbores the bronze to ensure the carriage bolt nuts seat squarely against the hanging knees.15:28 A custom rigging setup using a Milwaukee drill and a line-tensioning system provides the necessary pressure to cut the bronze effectively.17:15

Simultaneously, Patrick completes the galley cabinetry, including a drop-down door, a stoneware sink, and a gimbaling induction stove.25:37 He uses spiling to template the irregular sink shape for the countertop cutout.22:52 The galley layout utilizes a linear design to accommodate the boat's hull shape, incorporating a drop-down fridge and custom stainless steel trim.28:56 The project concludes with the chainplates fully fastened and the galley appliances mocked up, marking a significant milestone toward rigging the vessel.

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