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Chris and Karmen prepare their Beneteau 57, *Vanishing Point*, for full-time liveaboard status by completing several mechanical and electrical upgrades in San Pedro, California. Mechanics rebuilt the engine’s turbocharger and replaced a faulty throttle cable after the boat failed to reach target RPMs during sea trials.▶ 3:57 Chris installed a Starlink antenna on the radar arch, routing the cable through existing conduits to a DC power supply at the navigation station to improve energy efficiency.▶ 9:25 To address the boat’s Australian-standard electrical system, he replaced appliance plugs with rewireable versions to eliminate the need for adapters.▶ 12:21 Additional maintenance included stitching UV-damaged canvas and repurposing a bright LED light from the galley to the utility room.▶ 15:02 The crew plans to test these systems during a mid-week passage to Santa Cruz Island.▶ 2:38

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