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The crew of the sailboat Britican addresses multiple maintenance issues and equipment failures while docked in Charleston, South Carolina, following a passage from Wilmington. The autopilot, which failed during the transit, is diagnosed as a potential issue with a stuck standby button on an aging Raymarine control panel.17:24 Persistent water ingress in the forward cabin is traced to improperly sealed deck hardware and accidental drill holes in the anchor locker, which the crew repairs by cleaning, re-caulking, and resealing with sealant.13:24 Additionally, the crew investigates an engine oil leak and performs maintenance on the generator.3:39 The boat requires further work on its Coppercoat bottom paint, which was applied incorrectly in Wilmington, necessitating a return trip to the yard.25:04 Future plans include transitioning to a K-12 homeschooling program for the owner's daughter and preparing for a return to the Caribbean in November.25:42

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