Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This is an in-progress look at several renovation projects currently underway pier-side aboard USS KIDD (DD-661) during her shipyard period at Thoma-Sea Shipyard in Houma, Louisiana.

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0:00 - Intro with Tim!
0:09 - 5" Gun Decking Wasted Metal Repairs
0:22 - Steward's Berthing: Dumbwaiter Removal
0:33 - Removal of Anachronistic Museum Modifications
1:08 - Redecking the Fantail: Insulation Removal & Reasons for the Redecking
2:16 - Wasted Metal Repairs of Interior Decking: Sewing Room (Aft Enlisted Berthing)
2:30 - Exterior Decking Treatment & Reinforcement: 40mm Gun Mounts
3:42 - Fuel & Ballast Tank Cleaning, Testing, and Certification
4:03 - Anachronism: Sewage Tank Demolition & Planned Replacement
5:00 - Ventilation Supply & Exhaust Fan Motors
5:30 - Outro: Donate to Support the KIDD