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After nearly two months in St. Martin, the owner of a cruising sailboat completes several maintenance projects and departs for the Virgin Islands.10:57 Key repairs include relocating the autopilot computer away from the inverter to resolve interference issues, which successfully stabilizes the unit's performance during sea trials.3:51 The owner also upgrades the electrical system by combining AC and hot water breakers, enabling the use of these appliances while at anchor, provided the boat's lithium battery bank maintains sufficient charge.5:23 Additional maintenance includes an engine oil change and reassembling the Hydrovane self-steering system.4:43 The vessel departs St. Martin for a 105-mile passage to St. Thomas, navigating light downwind conditions that require engine assistance.13:49 The owner plans to return to St. Martin briefly to collect pending packages before continuing to the British Virgin Islands to meet a group of cruising friends.14:06

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