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INVERTER Installed, RUDDER removed | Restoring WAYRA | Ep 7

7 November 2021 · 7 min · 4K views · Greek Islands

What this video covers

Alex and Daniela perform maintenance on their boat, WAYRA, during a nine-day work period in Greece.2:25 Alex installs an inverter-charger, which automatically switches between 12-volt battery power and 220-volt shore power.1:49 He maps existing electrical wiring while integrating the new unit.2:02 Meanwhile, the crew attempts to repair the rudder without removing it entirely, though they eventually disassemble components to assess the necessary repairs.2:50 They also troubleshoot non-functional stern navigation lights, discovering a beehive inside the switch housing.4:41 The work concludes with the crew cleaning the hull and identifying required spare parts for future installation.6:44 They plan to return to the boat by late September or early October to continue the restoration, which includes sanding the entire hull.2:41 The project remains in the assessment and disassembly phase, with the crew prioritizing the procurement of replacement parts before reassembly begins.6:22

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