Sailing Sweet Rucavídeo
Can We Put Our SAILBOAT Back TOGETHER In Time? [Ep. 12]
4 de novembro de 2020 · 15 min · 9K visualizações
O que este vídeo aborda
The crew of Sweet Ruca performs a major refit in a November boatyard, focusing on steering, rigging, and electrical systems. They replace the upper and lower rudder bearings after detecting play in the steering wheel, utilizing professional assistance from Beasley Marine to ensure proper alignment and sealing of the rudder shaft.1:29 The team also reinstalls a carbon fiber mast and adds a third reef to the mainsail to improve offshore safety.12:17 Electrical upgrades include transitioning to a 600-amp-hour lithium battery bank consolidated in one location, paired with 750 watts of solar panels to reduce engine run time.12:49 Additionally, the crew removes the shower headliner to eliminate mold and increase headroom.11:38 After 4,000 miles of subsequent cruising, the crew reports that the carbon fiber rig provides stability at anchor, the rudder system feels secure in heavy seas, and the solar setup successfully supports off-grid living.10:20 Replacing worn rudder bearings and consolidating battery banks improves both vessel safety and onboard utility for long-distance cruising.
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