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Stuck in Cramped Boat Space for HOURS (YOU WARNED ME)
4 March 2026 · 23 min · 26K views · Panama City Anchorage
What this video covers
The owner of a 38-ft Maxxen 380 catamaran performs several maintenance projects in the Panama City Anchorage while preparing for a Pacific crossing. He repairs a rudder steering arm by installing a silicone mat between the metal-to-metal clamp and the shaft to prevent play, adding a locking nut to a previously unsecured bolt.▶ 1:50 He also seals a leaking escape hatch using plumber’s putty as a base layer followed by 4000 UV sealant.▶ 7:02 To prepare for the installation of a new bowsprit and code zero sail, he splices 8mm Dyneema using a 72-times-diameter calculation for the standing rigging loop.▶ 9:15 He inspects the boat’s watertight bulkheads for water ingress and checks the bowsprit backing plate for corrosion.▶ 12:28 The owner notes that marine supply stores in Panama City are primarily geared toward powerboats, recommending that cruisers stock up on parts before arrival.▶ 16:41 He sources specific stainless steel hardware at Central de Tuercos y Tornillos.▶ 20:26 Proper preparation and sourcing parts locally in Panama requires significant time and expense due to limited cruising-specific infrastructure.
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