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We finally lowered the boat into the water, but first we had to do something important | Ep.97 - ...
5 avril 2026 · 43 min · 34K vues · Florida
Sailboat CHEZ suspended mid-air under crane at Westland Marina
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
After completing extensive hull repairs and maintenance, the crew of a cruising sailboat relaunches their vessel at a Florida boatyard. The project included sanding and painting the hull, repairing structural damage, sealing windows and rub rails, and installing new vinyl boat names and logos. To ensure long-term reliability, the owners performed the work themselves, allowing them to document all systems and build a comprehensive maintenance database. They also inventoried and stocked essential spare parts, citing the ease of sourcing marine supplies via online retailers in the United States as a primary reason for choosing this location.33:52 The boatyard allowed the owners to live aboard during the haul-out, which significantly reduced costs compared to renting external accommodation. The total cost for the crane service was $700, with daily yard fees ranging between $30 and $45.35:45 The crew also inspected their anchor chain for oxidation and re-marked the links to improve depth accuracy during future anchoring.23:41 Performing DIY repairs provides the intimate system knowledge necessary for troubleshooting emergencies at sea.32:30
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