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Huub performs a series of plumbing repairs in Cartagena, Colombia, to prepare his 20-year-old boat for a Pacific Ocean crossing.0:17 He replaces corroded metal water hoses and fittings that have begun to rust, opting for plastic components to avoid future corrosion issues.0:27 Because local hardware stores lack exact replacements for his European-sized plumbing, he adapts American-sized parts by using hose-to-pipe connectors, roughening the pipe surfaces for better grip, and securing connections with double hose clamps.11:14 He also installs a new carbon microfilter in an accessible location on the kitchen floor to simplify future maintenance and prevent water from spilling into cabinets.13:42 Additionally, he undergoes a three-hour root canal in Cartagena to address dental issues before his long-distance passage.20:45 The plumbing system remains leak-free after testing under pressure.19:42

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