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Boat's Out, Work Begins, Sailing Crew Deserts Us | Episode 290
19 février 2025 · 22 min · 23K vues · New Zealand
Ce que couvre cette vidéo
A 44-foot catamaran undergoes maintenance in a New Zealand boatyard while the owners manage logistics for parts and crew transitions.0:42 The primary mechanical project involves stripping rusted rings from the sail drive bellows and applying a heavy-duty powder coat to prevent future corrosion.11:15 The owner reports the powder coating process for these components cost $90 NZD and required one day of turnaround time.11:45 Simultaneously, the crew purges excess gear from storage areas, including bilge compartments, under-stair lockers, and cabin closets, to reduce the vessel's weight.13:39 The owners also coordinate the delivery of solar panels from the United States via a friend flying into Auckland.6:07 The transition to yard work shifts the daily routine from cruising to intensive maintenance, requiring the owners to balance boat repairs with content production responsibilities.
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