Em & Nick · βίντεο

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Living aboard a boat on a mooring ball in Stuart, Florida, requires constant maintenance and troubleshooting of aging mechanical systems. After moving out of the boatyard, the owners perform DIY repairs on their engine’s cooling system, replacing corroded brass fittings with new components sealed with Tefgel and high-temperature thread tape.3:04 They also replace a fraying serpentine belt on an upgraded alternator, noting the difficulty of tensioning the belt without a dedicated torque tool.20:43 Despite these repairs, the crew discovers a new, steady leak at the shaft seal or stern tube that appears only when the engine runs, potentially necessitating another haul-out.25:53 The transition from van life to boat life involves managing 190 gallons of water capacity and adapting to a routine of daily chores, including dinghy trips to shore for their dog.4:55 The owners emphasize that they are learning engine maintenance through trial and error to avoid future boatyard costs.22:26 Consistent mechanical failures, including transmission and windlass issues, have created a lingering hesitation to take the boat out for passages.9:46

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Building the Bilge system of our DREAMS (...again lol)Σεπ 2026We tore out the heart of our boat (electrical refit pt. 1)Αυγ 2026How much does it ACTUALLY cost to own a sailboat? (our finances for the first 9 months)Αυγ 2026We ruined HOURS of work in seconds....Ιουλ 2026

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