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A first-time boat owner attempts a maiden voyage in August 2022 from Samos, Greece, after purchasing a used vessel with minimal prior sailing experience.Watch The engine fails during the initial departure due to contaminated fuel and severe damage to the fuel injectors, which show significant corrosion and enlarged spray holes.4:34 The engine also exhibits white smoke and refuses to shut down when the fuel supply is cut.3:24 Two shipyard mechanics confirm the injector failure and note that replacement parts are unavailable, forcing a month-long delay and the return of the boat to the hard.5:22 The owner also identifies a faulty refrigerator thermostat and a non-functional outboard motor requiring professional repair.7:10 While the previous owner agreed to cover the costs of the mechanical failures, the new owner leaves the vessel in the shipyard for the remainder of the season to address these maintenance issues before attempting further navigation.5:19

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