Sailing NVvidéo
Difficult times: We'll explain everything | S2 Ep 52
24 avril 2025 · 10 min · 8K vues
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
Jo and Timo face recurring mechanical failures with the engine on their boat, NV, following an overheating incident that warped the cylinder head.0:44 After local mechanics helped reinstall the head, the heat exchanger leaked, and the engine produced a metallic knocking noise.1:13 Further inspection revealed a broken pushrod and steam venting from the oil cap, suggesting a failed piston ring on the second cylinder.3:11 The crew also discovered that the camshaft is not receiving proper oil distribution, indicating a potential failure of the oil pump.5:14 Despite previous repairs—including replacing water pumps, fuel pumps, the damper plate, and the timing gear cover—the engine block remains heavily corroded and relies on epoxy filler to seal leaks.7:18 The crew is now weighing the costs of a full engine rebuild against the possibility of replacing the unit entirely to ensure reliability for maneuvering in currents and windless conditions.5:21
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