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Boat Life: Broken water maker

16 June 2024 · 10 min · 241 views · Baja California

What this video covers

Sam and Jessica are motoring Adventure Can't Wait 20 miles to Puerto Escondido, Mexico, to address a recurring failure of their water maker.4:25 Despite a recent professional rebuild in Florida involving a new membrane and parts, the unit fails to produce fresh water and emits an audible air-leak sound.5:46 The manufacturer has offered a warranty repair if the unit is returned to California, but the crew faces significant logistical challenges shipping equipment into Mexico due to customs delays and high import taxes.1:39 They plan to use the stop in Puerto Escondido to coordinate the shipment.1:39 The crew is also seeking a safe harbor ahead of an incoming weather system forecast to bring heavy winds to the Sea of Cortez.2:07 Upon arrival, they secure a mooring ball near the marina.8:18

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Tartan Marine 34 CTheir boat

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