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The crew of SV Delos prepares for a long-term haul-out in Raiatea, French Polynesia, by performing extensive maintenance and weight-reduction tasks.14:27 To meet a 20-ton trailer limit, they empty water tanks and pump fuel into external jugs.15:03 Repairs include fixing a toilet pump jammed by a stray impeller blade and repairing a corroded anchor windlass switch wire using heat shrink tubing and crimp connectors.6:38 During a final passage to Raiatea, the crew encounters 20-knot winds and heavy swell, leading to further equipment failures, including a malfunctioning furler, transmission issues, and a leaking bow thruster.20:49 The crew manages these failures while dealing with seasickness before arriving at the haul-out facility.24:01 The experience highlights the necessity of proactive maintenance and weight management when preparing a vessel for an extended period on the hard.

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