Bringing a Catalina 22 Back to Life – Expert Cleaning & Essential Fixes
Ep. 3 ~ We’ve officially started restoring our 1981 Catalina 22 sailboat, and in this episode, we take on deep cleaning, interior removal, and essential repairs to bring this vintage sailboat back to life! If you’re interested in sailboat restoration, Catalina 22 upgrades, or boat maintenance tips, this video is packed with valuable insights.
Over the years, this classic Catalina 22 has accumulated decades of grime, wear, and outdated gear. We go step-by-step through cleaning a sailboat’s interior, removing old hardware, and prepping for upgrades. If you’re restoring an old sailboat or planning a sailboat refit, these tips will help you get started!
We’ll also highlight must-have tools and cleaning products for sailboat restoration, plus some helpful resources for Catalina 22 owners. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor, a weekend cruiser, or dreaming of traveling the world by sailboat, our journey will inspire you to tackle your own projects!
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00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Taking the sailboat apart to inspect and clean
01:55 - Things we found in the boat
03:52 - Bleaching the boat clean
05:27 - Damage found to sailboat
08:57 - Taking sailboat to storage yard
09:57 - Sanding and oiling all the teak wood
11:56 - Catalina 22 National Sailing Association
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