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Adriano Plotzky and his crew perform maintenance on their boat’s diesel engine, nicknamed "Control," while preparing for a coastal passage from Niterói to Santos, Brazil.0:18 The engine suffered from recurring belt failures, which a local mechanic addressed by realigning the pulleys and fabricating a custom bracket.1:49 During a subsequent passage from Urca to Bracui, a bolt securing the belt tensioner sheared off, forcing the crew to motor-sail at low speeds for the final leg.6:25 Upon reaching Bracui, the crew repairs persistent leaks in the boat's portlights by replacing the old rubber seals and cracked acrylic with new polycarbonate visors, using Sicaflex and an adhesion primer for a watertight finish.7:54 The final leg to Santos involves a crew of four, including guests, navigating through rain and shifting winds.13:28 Despite a heavy accidental jibe that heeled the boat significantly, the vessel arrives in Santos under motor power.19:39 Regular maintenance and proper sealing techniques are essential for managing engine reliability and cabin leaks on aging sailboats.

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