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We finally left the wall... But had to go back right away! [Ep. 93]
9 May 2025 · 43 min · 43K views
What this video covers
Supernova, a cruising vessel, experiences a throttle control failure while maneuvering away from a dock wall to accommodate a large clipper ship.1:27 The crew loses the ability to shift gears from the flybridge, forcing the co-host to operate the engine controls manually from the lower helm while the host relays positioning from the bow.1:25 After successfully re-docking, the crew addresses several maintenance projects, including repairing the onboard water system and installing new solar panels.4:19 The installation requires removing the boat's soft top and fabricating custom supports.19:11 Additionally, the crew replaces a faulty Victron Phoenix inverter with two Edecoa units, intending to have the original Victron unit professionally repaired.28:21 The crew also plans to custom-build a replacement dinghy lift using either aluminum or stainless steel.33:21 The project work remains ongoing as the crew manages power and water limitations while tied to the wall.
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