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Sailing Nahoavideo
8 February 2026 · 24 min · 122K views · Fiji
Yacht hoisted on hydraulic trailer at marina
What this video covers
The owners of the catamaran Nahoa are preparing the vessel for long-term storage at Voodoo Point Marina in Fiji as they transition towards selling the boat.▶ 0:36 The haul-out process utilises a hydraulic trailer rather than a travel lift, requiring precise positioning to avoid damaging the rudders, props, and sail drives.▶ 6:36 To secure the vessel against potential cyclones, the yard lashes the catamaran to the ground with heavy-duty straps.▶ 13:11 Before departing, the crew performs end-of-season maintenance, including changing the sail drive oil to prevent internal corrosion from contaminants during storage.▶ 17:33 The owner emphasises draining fluids before leaving the boat, noting that milky or grey oil indicates water intrusion, while dark brown oil confirms the seals are functioning correctly.▶ 19:06 Additionally, the crew replaces a faulty starter motor on the starboard engine, a repair involving the solenoid and two mounting bolts.▶ 3:04 The family plans to travel to Canada for the off-season while Nahoa remains in Fiji.▶ 0:59
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