Cockpit repairs and preparation for new decking (Project Lottie Ep4)

Описание: In this episode I carry out various GRP repairs and prep work in the cockpit so that some new decking can be fitted. The fixed seating areas need reinforcement and then filling while the opening locker lids need a considerable amount of strengthening before they get gelcoat repairs. Making and fitting the new decking will be covered in a separate episode and will be done later in the project so that it is not damaged while the rest of the boat is refitted.

Many thanks to the owner for giving me permission to create this content based on the refit of his boat.

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For my day-job I run a small business repairing, maintaining and refitting sailing boats (often contessa 32’s due to my long experience with them) I'm mostly in the central Solent area of the UK. Being a cruising and racing sailor with many thousands of inshore and offshore sea miles logged I like to think that I bring a great deal of real world experience to my work and help many new (and not so new) boat owners to improve and maintain their sailing boats. When I'm not fixing boats I also provide some own-boat sail training, help owners with deliveries and provide consultancy services to those that are refitting their own boats for cruising or racing.

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Disclaimer - I hope that viewers both enjoy and learn something from my videos but please remember to take the appropriate precautions for any DIY refit works you undertake with appropriate PPE and the correct tools for the job. If you are in any way unsure as to how to go about a project or are unsure if something on your boat is safe please consult a professional.

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Music credit - Bensound.com