Installing a Seakeeper Gyro in a Custom Center Console Build - The Metan Glen Cove 32

In this video, we install a Seakeeper stabilizing gyro in the Metan Glen Cove 32 — a custom center console built by Metan Marine. This is the first time we've integrated a Seakeeper gyro into one of our Classic Collection builds, and it required a completely re-engineered stringer system to handle the mounting loads and structural requirements of the gyro unit. ⏱️ Chapters: 0:09 — Introduction: Seakeeper gyro in the Glen Cove 32 0:13 — Why a Seakeeper? Understanding gyro stabilization 1:02 — Stringer system redesign for gyro integration 1:32 — Custom fabrication: building the gyro foundation 2:06 — Fiberglass reinforcement with 1708 biaxial cloth 2:39 — Stringer installation and hull integration 3:31 — Seakeeper gyro placement and alignment 4:17 — Securing the gyro mount and structural check 7:20 — Powering up the Seakeeper: first spin 7:44 — On-water demonstration: stability in all sea conditions 8:45 — Final thoughts: why this changes everything We walk through every step of the custom fabrication process: redesigning the stringer system to accept the Seakeeper mount, laying up the fiberglass reinforcement with 1708 biaxial cloth, integrating the gyro foundation into the hull structure, and finally powering up the Seakeeper to show you firsthand how it keeps the vessel rock-steady in all sea conditions. The Glen Cove 32 is a Metan Marine original — a 32-foot center console designed and built from the ground up using advanced composite construction techniques, including vacuum infusion and CNC-machined tooling. Adding a Seakeeper gyro takes this build to a level no production boat can match. What you'll see in this video: • Custom stringer system design and fabrication for Seakeeper integration • Fiberglass reinforcement and structural layup for gyro mounting • Seakeeper gyro installation and alignment • On-water demonstration of the Seakeeper in action Metan Marine has over 30 years of experience in fiberglass repair, custom boat building, and classic boat restoration. Based in southeastern Massachusetts, we specialize in reviving 1960s-1980s classics like Boston Whaler, Seacraft, and Formula 233 — and building the next generation of custom center consoles like the Glen Cove 32. For inquiries about custom builds, restorations, or fiberglass work: 📧 Contact us through our YouTube channel 📍 Southeastern Massachusetts #Seakeeper #SeakeeperGyro #CustomBoatBuilding #CenterConsole #BoatBuilding #Fiberglass #MetanMarine #GlenCove32 #BoatRestoration #StringerSystem #GyroStabilizer #MarineFabrication