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Maintenance projects on the sailboat *Vanishing Point* include installing a custom DC-powered light fixture in the aft cabin, mounting a Panther security system outboard motor lock on the tender, and replacing high-load deck organizers and a line clutch.15:59 To secure the outboard lock, a half-inch G10 plate was bonded to the tender’s mounting bracket using 3M 5200 adhesive.4:02 The owner also performed a chemical flush of the aft air conditioning system to resolve a "high P5" fault code, which indicated restricted raw water flow due to internal growth.6:14 The process involved circulating Barnacle Buster through the AC cooling loop for two hours using a 12-volt bilge pump, a bucket, and temporary hose connections.7:25 Additionally, a professional welder from Pacific Wood and Iron Works rebuilt the damaged bow pulpit to restore structural integrity and utility.23:21 These repairs were completed in preparation for an upcoming passage to Mexico.0:21 Owning a sailboat requires self-reliance in performing technical repairs to avoid high service costs and ensure system reliability.13:28

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