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After suffering three consecutive failures of the propeller coupling locking nut, the crew of the 40-ft catamaran Millennial Falcon performs a permanent repair in Bermuda.0:55 Adam applies 200 Newton-meters of torque to the new nut using a DIY lever arm and secures it with JB Weld Permalock Red threadlocker.2:59 He also installs a custom-cut plastic dampener plate between the coupling halves to mitigate vibrations caused by a suspected bent shaft or misaligned engine.6:43 The crew decides to postpone their Atlantic crossing until the following season to address these mechanical issues.1:29 Before departing for St Martin, they receive a traditional annual blessing of the boats from a local priest.8:44 Despite lingering anxiety regarding the engine's reliability, the crew conducts a successful sea trial at 5 knots and 2,000 RPM before clearing customs.10:31 The repair holds firm during the test, and the crew prepares for the seven-day passage to St Martin during a favorable weather window.13:01

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