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An Abandoned Boat 21 Years Later - Progress Update - Episode 38 - Sailing Yacht Zora
December 4, 2019 · 20 min · 129K views
What this video covers
Refitting the interior of Yacht Zora, a steel-hulled vessel acquired as a bare shell, centers on transitioning from plywood to hardwood cabinetry using reclaimed 100-year-old Iroko salvaged from a demolished church.3:20 Joinery work includes installing solid Iroko bunk fronts, saloon storage cabinets, and galley drawers fitted with wooden slides.1:54 The layout prioritizes centralizing weight, with new storage lockers added above the saloon and galley.4:52 Overhead paneling consists of 6mm birch plywood frames, while electrical systems feature individual switches for dimmable LED lighting and a centralized breaker panel located near the chart table.6:46 Future work scheduled for the next eight to twelve months includes installing seacocks, finalizing the engine and fuel systems, and completing the head.19:11 The project remains in the interior fit-out phase, with the owner seeking recommendations for a durable, matte-finish varnish or oil suitable for Iroko surfaces in a marine environment.18:23
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