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The crew of the vessel Calypso prepares for a passage from Palm Harbor Marina in West Palm Beach to the Bahamas.Watch The generator has been running at 210 degrees Fahrenheit, exceeding its optimal 170-to-180-degree range, and parts for the cooling system are unavailable through Cummins.2:56 To mitigate the risk of total generator failure during the crossing, the crew purchased a Honda 2000 portable generator.3:22 This unit provides a 30-amp output that feeds into the boat's existing Victron chargers to maintain the house battery bank.3:44 The crew also performed final maintenance, including impeller replacement, and conducted a safety briefing for their child, Reese.4:03 Despite anxiety regarding the passage after a period of inactivity, the crew confirmed a favorable weather window for the Gulf Stream crossing.7:21 They plan to clear customs upon arrival in the Bahamas before continuing to the islands.8:17

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