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AN ADVENTURE BEGINS!
22 novembre 2018 · 9 min · 24K visualizzazioni
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Wes and Kate begin a coastal transit from New England toward warmer climates, starting with a stop in Hadley Harbor to wait out the remnants of Hurricane Willa.2:37 The crew encounters multiple mechanical and logistical setbacks, including a failed starter battery, a leaking port light with obsolete gaskets, and vandalism at their initial departure point.1:57 While anchored in Hadley Harbor, they rely on a mooring due to restricted land access and the presence of private property.4:24 To address failing house batteries that struggle to hold a charge, the crew transits across Buzzards Bay through the New Bedford hurricane barrier to reach Pope Island Marina.6:01 They replace two 6-volt house batteries with new units sourced from a local West Marine.7:34 After documenting the original wiring configuration with a photograph, Wes installs the new batteries and confirms a 13-volt reading.8:52 The crew plans to continue their passage toward Block Island or Stonington once weather conditions improve.6:19
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