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Adriano, owner of the sailboat *Califa*, performs a comprehensive engine service and maintenance routine while docked at the Cabanga Iate Clube in Recife, Pernambuco.20:57 Over three days, he replaces the engine oil, flushes and replaces the coolant, and services the saltwater cooling system.24:10 He clears the heat exchanger’s internal passages using a welding electrode to remove salt encrustation and replaces all saltwater hoses, applying gasket sealant to fittings to ensure a leak-free seal.24:56 To facilitate future leak detection, he switches the coolant color from pink to green and cleans the engine compartment thoroughly to highlight any new salt or fluid residue.26:33 Additionally, he applies SikaFlex to deck fittings and stanchions to prevent water ingress into the hull.10:31 The crew prepares for the Refeno regatta by provisioning for a 10-day passage and increasing fuel capacity by 200 liters using new 20-liter jerry cans.11:26 The maintenance ensures the vessel is ready for the upcoming offshore transit.29:07

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