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What this video covers

Huub and Daniela are repairing a hurricane-damaged catamaran, Limonada, after a shipping container collision during Hurricane Beryl crushed the hull and pushed the keel inward.0:13 The restoration process involves stripping old antifouling paint from the hull exterior to prepare the surface for repairs.10:06 The work requires manual scraping, which the crew manages by alternating sides to mitigate muscle fatigue and injury.6:30 To improve self-sufficiency, they are installing a rainwater catchment system to provide drinking water, utilizing the frequent rainfall in the region.4:48 The project also involves sourcing salvaged marine components, such as electrical cabling, from local sources to manage costs.2:13 The crew balances the physical labor of hull preparation with daily maintenance tasks and site management. The hull scraping process is nearing completion on both sides, and the team continues to address structural damage while maintaining the vessel as a future home.

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