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The crew of the 40-ft sailboat Balanço repairs a cracked engine bed for their Volvo D130 engine while docked at Pier 46 in Paraty, Brazil.6:33 The original wooden engine mounts had developed cracks, causing slight misalignment and noise.0:50 To fix this, the team removes the engine, creates a wooden template to maintain precise positioning, and laminates a new, reinforced fiberglass structure to serve as a permanent engine bed.2:49 After the new base is cured, the crew re-installs the engine, manually aligning the shaft flange and transmission to ensure smooth operation.7:25 They drill eight new holes into the reinforced fiberglass and use a tap tool to create threads for secure mounting.8:18 A subsequent sea trial confirms the engine runs without vibration at cruising speeds.11:13 The project concludes with the successful repair of the engine foundation, reinforcing the importance of precise alignment in marine engine installations.

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