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The Brutus Engine Asked for Help Before Crossing to Rio de Janeiro | Cut from #SAL #[NUMBER]
10 de julio de 2026 · 4 min · 2K visitas · Paraty
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Adriano Plotzky prepares the boat Brutus for a passage to Rio de Janeiro by addressing a diesel fuel line air leak and a cylinder head cover oil leak.▶ 0:00 These mechanical repairs serve as a learning opportunity to increase self-sufficiency for future remote cruising.▶ 0:29 The planned route involves waiting at Ilha Grande for a cold front to pass, which provides favorable winds and avoids the prevailing easterlies.▶ 1:54 While anchored at Ilha Grande, the crew hosts Hélio Crapun, Paulo, and Rosa, who diverted to the location after experiencing navigation light failures.▶ 2:47 The group discusses a prototype for an ocean-going bicycle project before the crew moves to Marina Portugalo to refuel.▶ 3:21 The arrival of the cold front creates uncomfortable conditions during the refueling process, complicated by the lack of waterproof gear.▶ 2:45 The crew evaluates whether to depart immediately or wait for the weather to improve.▶ 3:32 Developing mechanical skills and timing departures around cold fronts are essential for safe coastal transit.
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