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Cruising in Vanuatu Aboard Our Open 66: From Treasures to Trouble | S2. Ep.10
31 mars 2024 · 17 min · 6K vues · Homo Bay, Pentecost Island
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
The crew of the Open 66 *NV* prepares for a passage from Luganville, Vanuatu, to Indonesia while managing multiple mechanical failures. After departing Pentecost Island, the crew practices anchoring under sail by back-winding the mainsail to reverse the boat and set the anchor without using the engine.7:11 During a subsequent practice sail, the vessel’s 30-year-old engine gearbox fails, preventing the boat from engaging forward gear.13:53 The crew also reports a total failure of their two-month-old Pramac generator, which requires a full electrical panel replacement.14:48 The retailer in Fiji, Quartz, refuses a warranty refund unless the unit is returned to the shop.15:13 Preparations for the upcoming passage include cleaning the hull with Diveblue battery-operated gear and conducting crew training on winch safety and knot-tying techniques.9:19 The crew plans to navigate the southern route through the Torres Strait to avoid the light winds and currents associated with the northern route around Papua New Guinea.8:06
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