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Sailing to the Hospital: Berthing the Boat to Birth the Baby! | S2 Ep 45
1 February 2025 · 19 min · 6K views · Northern coast of Borneo
What this video covers
After a month-long refit in a boatyard, the crew of NV relaunched their vessel to transit toward Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, for the birth of their second child.Watch The refit included installing a new gearbox, replacing the rear crankshaft, repairing the rudder bearing, and applying new anti-fouling.2:44 Upon relaunching, the engine developed a saltwater pump seal failure and subsequent fuel injector pump instability, causing black smoke and a significant loss of power.4:29 The crew spent three days troubleshooting the engine, replacing filters and fuel lines, but the engine remained unreliable.8:50 They completed the coastal passage by sailing in light winds and using their dinghy to tow the boat when the wind died.10:06 Upon arrival at the marina, the host went into labor and departed for the hospital.16:18 The engine’s performance issues persisted despite extensive repairs, forcing the crew to rely on auxiliary towing and sail power to reach their destination.
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