Wildly Intrepid Sailing · vidéo

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The crew of a cruising sailboat faces significant delays and technical setbacks while converting their vessel’s standing rigging from rod to wire. After losing original measurements when the mast tangs were removed, the owners struggle to estimate stay lengths, leading to misaligned holes in the mast and broken drill bits.5:05 They purchase a used furler on eBay to replace their damaged unit, only to find the torque tube requires re-threading and repair.3:05 Further complications arise when new wire rigging arrives with surface chafing, forcing a wait for replacements.16:26 While waiting for parts, the crew performs maintenance on three Mercury outboard motors, scavenging parts from a salvaged unit to repair their primary engine.18:18 They also address mold growth in the interior caused by cold, damp conditions while managing the needs of two young children.17:41 The project remains stalled as they await replacement wire to complete the re-rigging before departing for the Bahamas.17:59

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