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The REAL Cost to Haul Out our Catamaran (2 days on the Hard) Ep 358
16 de abril de 2026 · 22 min · 161K visualizações · Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Catamaran Zatara hoisted on hardstand, revealing its hull.
O que este vídeo aborda
A 30.5-foot catamaran undergoes a two-day haul-out in Puerto Rico to replace underwater lights and repair a sheared screw on a flex coupler.2:46 The crew installs new Lumintec Seablaze X3 underwater lights after discovering that water intrusion and electrical arcing damaged the previous units.1:51 Simultaneously, they remove the drive shaft to have a machine shop extract a stubborn screw from the flex coupler.7:40 The haul-out costs approximately $2,300, excluding the additional expense of an Airbnb rental, as the marina prohibits staying aboard while the vessel is on the hard.10:16 Following the repairs, the crew departs Puerto Rico for a three-day passage to Bonaire.12:56 The transit includes discussions on the logistical challenges of long-term cruising, including managing night shifts, seasickness, and the physical demands of boat maintenance.18:11 Proper sealing of underwater light housings and professional machine shop intervention for damaged drivetrain components are essential for preventing recurring electrical and mechanical failures.
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