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Have We Broken Our New Engine…? Right Before the World’s Busiest Shipping Lane | S3 Ep 8
19 aprile 2026 · 12 min · 8K visualizzazioni · Anambas Islands
Crew braces on deck as rain squall hits open sea
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The crew of the Open 66 departs the Anambas islands for a 30-hour passage to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, navigating the South China Sea during the onset of the northeast monsoon.1:47 The transit requires crossing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes near Singapore under conditions of grey skies, rain, and unsettled weather.2:01 While underway, the engine suffers a sudden, loud mechanical failure and stops completely.10:16 The crew suspects a large log or rope has fouled the propeller, creating a significant shock to the gearbox and damper plate.11:07 They maintain speed while assessing the situation, noting the potential for severe damage to the drivetrain.10:54 The crew plans to inspect the propeller underwater to determine the cause of the stoppage and the extent of the damage.12:04
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