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The crew of the Lagoon 450 *Parlay Revival* repairs a failed fuel injector pump in Whangārei, New Zealand, days before a scheduled homecoming event in Auckland.0:05 After discovering the pump was forcing the engine to maximum RPM, the owner removes the unit and sources a rebuild from a local diesel specialist using salvaged parts.1:21 The repair requires precise timing and careful bleeding of the fuel lines to avoid airlocks.1:49 Following a successful sea trial, the vessel sails from Gulf Harbour to Auckland with a flotilla of supporters.10:26 During the transit, the crew attempts to fly the spinnaker, but a tangled dousing sock forces an immediate drop.10:51 Upon arrival, the boat receives a traditional Māori pōwhiri welcome from the Ngāti Whātua iwi before a crowd of 500 people.15:06 The event raises funds for the Akerana Charitable Trust, which provides sailing opportunities for children from low-income schools.17:00

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