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The Systems Fit Out BEGINS! (Building Our Own Aluminum Catamaran From Scratch Pt. 23)
February 7, 2025 · 38 min · 1.0M views
What this video covers
The construction of a custom aluminum catamaran enters the systems fit-out phase, focusing on internal infrastructure and propulsion components.1:21 The build team installs a centralized graywater system designed to minimize through-hull fittings by routing sink, shower, and air conditioning discharge into a single gravity-fed hose line.3:17 To maintain a consistent slope for drainage, the crew welds custom angle brackets to the hull frames, dropping the hose height by three centimeters every three frames.7:23 The project also incorporates lightweight Holly Pan flooring, which is CNC-cut to fit around the hull frames and secured with welded supports.15:43 For non-watertight bulkheads, the team experiments with T-bar extrusions to create flush, rigid walls for the head.20:00 Additionally, the arrival of a hybrid propulsion system from the Netherlands marks a milestone after a seven-month wait.25:02 The team plans to complete the port-side hull welding and hatch frame installation before proceeding with further interior assembly.29:53 Proper planning of internal routing and support placement significantly simplifies the installation of complex boat systems.
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