Catamaran Mistertong video
#126 The list of jobs never ends ...
July 3, 2025 · 21 min · 5K views
What this video covers
The owners of the catamaran Mister Tongue are planning a comprehensive refit to address structural maintenance and performance improvements. The project includes repairing damaged engine hatch covers and installing more robust water drainage gutters to prevent moisture ingress.▶ 0:48 The crew intends to modify the stern skirts by extending them and reconfiguring the steps to improve access for the dinghy, a modification inspired by similar work performed on historical Outremer designs.▶ 4:01
Mechanical maintenance will involve removing and servicing both rudders to address excessive play, particularly on the starboard side.▶ 4:33 When the vessel is hauled out, the owners plan to replace all through-hull fittings and perform a maintenance coat on the existing Coppercoat antifouling.▶ 6:18 Additionally, the crew is inspecting interior bulkheads for stress cracks, specifically in the aft cabins and near the mast step, to ensure structural integrity.▶ 9:52 They also plan to fabricate custom stainless steel deflectors for hull discharge points to prevent water ingress while underway.▶ 6:48 These repairs aim to ensure the long-term reliability of the vessel for future passages.
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