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Our chain is DESTROYED - here's why

10 de novembro de 2023 · 14 min · 717 visualizações · Woburn Bay

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The crew of the 46-foot SV Cordelia, currently anchored in Grenada, reports significant surface corrosion and flaking on their anchor chain.0:17 When anchoring in deep water—typically 17 to 18 meters—the crew pays out 70 meters of chain, which forces them to use the degraded section of the rode.3:59 The owner maintains the chain remains structurally sound despite the loss of the outer millimeter of metal.4:31 During the same period, the crew repairs a persistent freshwater leak in the Perkins engine expansion tank using John Guest piping, JB Water Weld, and polyurethane sealant.5:40 They also successfully regas the freezer system using a DIY approach.7:45 After completing these repairs and collecting new cushion covers in Grenada, the crew prepares to depart for Carriacou.12:00

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