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A cruising couple in the Bahamas experiences an outboard engine failure on their PVC tender while anchored near Georgetown.7:05 After discovering an oil leak and a damaged impeller, they attempt to source a replacement part locally.9:31 Unable to find the correct Suzuki impeller at area shops, they purchase a different model and manually modify it by drilling out the centre and keyhole to fit their engine.15:41 The repair requires several hours of precision work with a rotary tool.16:29 During the process, the crew relies on local cruisers for transportation and tool loans to navigate strong currents and complete errands.14:28 The modified impeller successfully restores water flow to the engine, allowing the tender to operate.17:19 The crew notes that PVC tenders degrade quickly in tropical heat and recommends Hypalon for Caribbean cruising.9:08 They also utilise the sonar chart feature in Navionics to identify shallow patches and navigate safely through the Exumas.3:08

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