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Panama Canal Preparation
15 February 2026 · 15 min · 24K views · Panama
What this video covers
Huub prepares his vessel for a Panama Canal transit by performing hull maintenance and mechanical checks at a marina in Panama. He sands the hull to remove barnacle residue and applies three layers of Carveline anti-fouling paint.1:58 The crew services the sail drives, including replacing seals and applying primer.3:58 After re-launching, the owner troubleshoots a non-starting engine, identifying a loose fuse near the gearbox as the cause.7:17 He then sea-trials the engines at 2200 RPM to ensure they can handle the sustained load required for canal transit.9:07 At Shelter Bay, an agent coordinates the logistics, recommending three professional line handlers—two for the stern and one for the bow—to manage the vessel during lockage.11:48 The total cost for the transit, including tolls, security fees, line handler wages, and agent services, amounts to approximately $4,000.13:29 The agent notes that using a professional service primarily secures a faster transit date compared to self-booking.14:29
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