Sailing Yabá · video

What this video covers

The restoration of the wooden boat Yabá continues in a shipyard with the installation of a 24-volt battery bank and the preparation of through-hull fittings. To secure the batteries, the crew constructs wooden battens to create a snug, non-shifting housing on the floor beams, supplemented by future stainless steel strapping.5:53 The electrical system setup includes installing an MPPT controller in anticipation of future solar panels, with the crew color-coding wiring for positive and negative terminals.10:26 Additional tasks include installing elbow connectors and valves on through-hull fittings, which the crew keeps closed to prevent potential leaks upon launch.9:13 The crew also prepares to install a fiberglass muffler and secure the diesel tank with rubber matting and straps.0:52 While anti-fouling paint and primer have arrived, heavy rain prevents exterior hull work.16:31 The crew plans to move the vessel to an adjacent crib to facilitate the final painting process.19:04 Securing batteries with custom-fitted wooden battens prevents lateral and longitudinal movement before final strapping.19:38

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