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Solo sailor Pablo Berrus transits the Strait of Malacca aboard his sailboat, *Sofía*, while navigating from Langkawi, Malaysia, toward the Sunda Strait and the Indian Ocean. During the passage, a through-hull valve handle for the head breaks, forcing an emergency haul-out at Pangkor Marina.6:33 Because local Malaysian through-hull fittings use American threads and the boat’s existing system required European-standard parts, Berrus installs True Design composite through-hull valves to ensure compatibility and prevent leaks.12:53 He completes the necessary Malaysian customs and immigration checkout procedures at the marina before continuing south.13:58 Throughout the 500-plus mile journey, Berrus manages engine maintenance, including oil and fuel filter changes, and monitors fuel consumption, averaging 0.5 liters per nautical mile.26:43 He frequently navigates around dense fishing nets, debris, and heavy commercial traffic within the Traffic Separation Scheme.33:39 The passage involves careful timing of tidal currents to maintain speed, often requiring a combination of motor-sailing and sail adjustments to avoid adverse currents in the narrowest sections of the strait.18:02

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