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The crew of the 42-ft catamaran Catalpa restores a 9kVA generator acquired for the price of a carton of beer after the previous owners abandoned it due to intermittent failure.8:09 Initial troubleshooting reveals the generator’s original issue was a collapsed fuel line rather than an internal mechanical fault.8:42 After bench-testing the unit, the owner discovers diesel fuel leaking into the engine oil, causing the oil level to rise during operation.15:23 Inspection of the injectors reveals loose bolts on the rocker cover assembly, which allowed fuel to bypass the seals.17:34 Tightening these bolts resolves the leak, and the engine maintains a stable oil level during subsequent test runs.19:26 Separately, the crew works to free a seized centerboard by loosening the retaining pin and using a wire to cycle the board, confirming movement before planning a future haul-out for cleaning and anti-fouling.2:37 The generator will eventually provide 230V power, stepped down to 110V via a transformer to match the boat's electrical system.6:39 Proper troubleshooting of fuel delivery and injector seals can salvage a generator previously deemed non-functional.

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