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The crew of an aluminum catamaran build project installs sailing hardware, focusing on consolidating all sail control lines into a forward cockpit to keep the aft deck clear for leisure.0:13 To route jib and genoa sheets from the deck to the forward cockpit, the team fabricates recessed channels within the roof’s "eyebrow" structure using welded rectangular hollow sections (RHS).5:32 They mount Rutgersen deck blocks inside these recessed pits to ensure the correct lead angle for 16mm sheets, preventing wear on the block lips.5:49 To maintain a watertight seal on the saloon roof, the team welds aluminum doubler plates to the deck, allowing for tapped holes that do not penetrate the interior.15:24 The project also incorporates a custom lighting design and universal electrical outlets with integrated USB ports throughout the vessel.20:37 The build team hosts a meetup for project patrons to tour the progress on the catamaran’s interior and deck layout.26:40 Proper planning of sheet lead angles and the use of doubler plates for mounting hardware prevents deck leaks while maintaining a clean, functional cockpit layout.

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