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We do a crazy amount of work in one day! [Ep. 81]
14 de febrero de 2025 · 36 min · 19K vistas · St. Anne, Martinique
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The crew of the 42-ft catamaran Supernova performs a series of maintenance tasks while anchored in 30-knot winds at St. Anne, Martinique.Watch To improve anchor chain visibility, they install plastic "chain rainbows" into the links at 100-foot intervals, replacing faded paint marks.0:59 They attempt to restore a corroded dinghy lock by soaking it in white vinegar and applying penetrating oil, but ultimately cut the lock off using a corded angle grinder with a zip disk.10:29 The crew also cleans various rusted tools, including pliers and drill bits, using a 50-50 vinegar-water solution.6:17 Additional projects include changing the oil in their Sea Water Pro water maker, installing a replacement set screw in a cabin doorknob, and relocating a light fixture in a storage cabin.13:57 Finally, they test a method for opening coconuts by cracking the shell and steaming the fruit to remove the husk.24:19 Regular maintenance and the use of specific chemical cleaners like vinegar can effectively restore corroded stainless steel tools and hardware.
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