Nigel Calder & Jeff Cote Talk Marine - Bonus Track - Favourite Products For Your Boat
20 de agosto de 2023 · 7 min · 3K visitas
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Nigel Calder and Jeff Cote emphasize the importance of redundancy and proactive maintenance to prevent single-point failures from ending a cruising season. Calder, who spends three to four months annually on his boat, identifies critical components that could force a return to the dock if they fail, specifically the windlass, starter motor, alternator, and engine raw water pump.4:08 He maintains a dedicated inventory of spare parts for these systems to ensure he can perform repairs in remote locations where replacement parts are unavailable.3:53 Cote supplements this approach by carrying backup systems, such as a portable icebox for refrigeration and induction stovetops as an alternative to propane.5:45 Both emphasize that boaters should prioritize using their vessels over constant upgrades, viewing the ability to troubleshoot and repair systems as a necessary skill for extended cruising.0:41 The primary takeaway is that identifying and carrying spares for critical, hard-to-replace equipment allows cruisers to remain self-sufficient and continue their voyages despite inevitable mechanical breakdowns.
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