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Hoping for a $12 MIRACLE FIX for our LEAKY BOAT - Ep 183
27 mars 2024 · 9 min · 46K vues · St. Martin
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Travis and Steph attempt to repair a persistent air leak in their dinghy’s inflatable tube using an automotive tire sealant.0:54 The dinghy, named Patches, suffered a four-to-five-inch gash that previously required daily inflation due to a failing patch.1:13 Rather than removing the old patch, the crew injects the $12 sealant directly into the tube valve.1:40 They then inflate the tube and rotate the dinghy to ensure the liquid coats the interior surface, specifically targeting the damaged area.6:19 After waiting two days, the tube remains firm under pressure, successfully eliminating the need for daily pumping.8:43 The repair provides a functional solution for a long-standing maintenance issue while the boat is anchored in St. Martin.0:12
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