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Salt & Tar: Ep.264- Life in Mexico
19 October 2023 · 20 min · 85K views · Sea of Cortez
What this video covers
A crew of four aboard a home-built boat performs routine maintenance and spearfishing while anchored in the Sea of Cortez. The owner clears a clogged freshwater pre-strainer after losing pressure at the sink and drinking faucet.3:05 Crew members repaint mild steel chain plates to prevent corrosion and patch leaks in the dinghy.3:49 Troubleshooting solar electrical systems and editing media files occupy the remainder of the workday.4:17 The crew supplements their provisions by spearfishing for gray bar grunt, triggerfish, and spotted grouper.11:54 Local residents invite the sailors to dinner, providing transport via ATV.6:46 The crew emphasizes that consistent maintenance prevents long-term repair projects and allows for more time exploring the anchorage.
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