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Battling Engine Problems On a Sailboat in Paradise; Sorting Out Repairs in Fiji at Port Denarau

8 maggio 2023 · 31 min · 38K visualizzazioni · Port Denarau

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The owner of a 1965 Alberg 30 sloop, Triteia, troubleshoots a Yanmar 2GM20 engine failure while anchored at Port Denarau, Fiji. After the engine fails to start, the owner removes the starter motor and has the brushes replaced and the unit serviced at a local shop.10:12 Despite installing a new starter battery and the rebuilt starter, the engine remains non-responsive.14:40 Further inspection reveals no fuel reaching the injectors, leading the owner to remove the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel injectors for professional servicing in Lautoka.17:42 A diesel specialist replaces the internal rubber seals and cleans the injectors for $77 USD.28:50 Upon reinstallation and a manual valve adjustment, the engine successfully restarts.30:08 To maneuver the vessel into a mooring ball at Port Denarau without an operational engine, the owner lashes a dinghy to the hull to provide propulsion.21:10 The experience confirms the feasibility of navigating into port under auxiliary power while preparing for an upcoming passage to New Zealand.26:43

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