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A Hot Tub off the Back of a Sailboat (Yes, Really) Ep-202
14 de enero de 2026 · 23 min · 16K visitas · Jacksonville, Florida
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The crew of the sailboat *Escapade* performs a comprehensive engine service after motoring the Intracoastal Waterway, including a raw water system descaling, impeller and drive belt replacement, and a full oil and coolant change.18:24 To accommodate US-standard 110-volt appliances, they install a 2000-watt Renogy inverter alongside their existing 220-volt Victron inverter-charger.19:09 The installation requires removing an unused generator control panel to create space for the new unit's remote switch.20:58 While the project is delayed by the need to order a specific BlueSea fuse via Amazon, the crew successfully integrates the new power system to support future appliance additions like an air fryer.21:47 Separately, the crew demonstrates a portable inflatable hot tub towed behind their dinghy and secured to the stern of a friend's boat in a Jacksonville anchorage.10:23 They also utilize a borrowed car to run errands in St. Augustine, noting the significant convenience of land transport for sourcing boat parts like spinnaker pole fittings compared to using electric scooters.14:04
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