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Salt & Tar: Ep.314 - Making Up For Lost Time
6 November 2025 · 24 min · 160K views
What this video covers
Garrett and Ruth prepare their George Buehler 35, Red Aviva, for a transition from a mooring field to a marina slip in Baja, Mexico. After a three-week absence, the crew focuses on mechanical and operational readiness, including cleaning the propeller, testing the engine, and adjusting the stuffing box.2:56 The vessel’s antique stuffing box, purchased years ago for $40, requires frequent maintenance and coaxing to operate without squeaking.19:06 The crew also installs a new sail and organises the interior to prepare for future ocean-crossing voyages.0:07 To facilitate the move to the marina, they prepare the anchor for emergency deployment and plan a stern-to, starboard-side tie.18:26 The process involves clearing growth from the hull and ensuring the electrical and propulsion systems function reliably after a year of limited use.14:36 The crew emphasises the importance of breaking down long-term cruising goals into manageable, immediate tasks to maintain momentum.2:38
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