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Nike repowers the sailboat Carl by installing a new Beta 43 engine while at anchor. The two-week project involves fabricating custom engine mounts using a plywood model, TIG and MIG welding, and installing a new water strainer, exhaust system, and engine panel.0:27 To test the engine, Nike bypasses the main fuel tank by drawing diesel from an external container.2:42 The engine starts successfully, requiring only a minor idle throttle adjustment.5:29 The installation process includes aligning the engine flange to the shaft, achieving a tolerance of 0.002 inches before installing a flexible coupling.10:30 Nike also replaces a misaligned shaft coupling with a new unit sourced from the UK to resolve drivetrain issues.9:36 The refit concludes with the installation of new cockpit cushions and final checks of the dripless seal and electrical connections.6:46 The project prepares the vessel for departure from Panama City despite ongoing rainy season thunderstorms.

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