Sailing The Far Side · video

What this video covers

The crew of *The Far Side* performs maintenance on their vessel while anchored in Georgetown, Bahamas, during a northerly blow.3:57 Natalie Meyers and Sasha troubleshoot engine issues, specifically replacing a corroded engine harness and bypassing a faulty relay that previously required ether to start the engine.1:43 With assistance from a fellow cruiser, the crew successfully operates a 20-year-old watermaker for the first time, though they subsequently disassemble the unit to address a leaking piston shaft seal.14:00 The sisters also manage the departure of their parents, who fly back to Florida, marking the beginning of the crew's transition to solo sailing.8:29 The boat remains at anchor in Georgetown throughout the repairs and the departure.3:57

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