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The crew of the catamaran Mistertong struggles with persistent mechanical failures on their outboard motor, nicknamed Minitong, while anchored in Le Marin, Martinique.4:01 The engine fails to maintain an idle, requiring repeated carburetor disassembly and cleaning of the jets.4:10 After multiple failed attempts to resolve the issue, the owner suspects the problem requires replacement parts rather than further cleaning.19:25 The crew also identifies a leak in the dinghy’s double hull, which they repair using marine-grade resin purchased from a non-marine supplier to reduce costs.9:57 Additional maintenance tasks include clearing a salt-clogged cooling water outlet on the outboard and sourcing a mast climbing chair and harness for upcoming rig work.15:49 Despite the ongoing engine trouble, the crew prepares the vessel for a short passage to Sainte-Anne.11:39 They note that sourcing specialized marine parts in the area has been difficult and time-consuming.17:08 Persistent mechanical issues with outboard motors often require specific replacement components rather than repeated cleaning of existing parts.20:06

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