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After six weeks in a Monastir shipyard, the vessel departs for Algeria following extensive mechanical repairs.Watch The refit included installing a new propeller shaft, stuffing box, stern tube, and four engine mounts to eliminate vibrations previously occurring above 2500 RPM.0:12 The owner performed a sea trial before beginning a planned 48-hour passage toward Tabarka.0:48 During the transit, the boat encountered light winds, requiring engine use for approximately six hours overnight near Cap Bon.6:15 As the vessel approached Bizerte, wind speeds increased to 35-knot gusts, forcing a decision to divert into the port.7:26 The marina at Bizerte offers clean, high-quality sanitary facilities, though the harbor contains many neglected vessels with fouled hulls.10:29 During the final approach in heavy weather, the wind damaged the bimini top, which was secured with hook-and-loop fasteners.11:44 The passage confirmed the stability of the new engine mounts and drivetrain components under load.0:01

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