Sailing Oceanaire | Wik & Rox · vídeo

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While performing routine maintenance in a Sicilian marina, the crew of Oceanaire | Wik & Rox discovered a critical failure in their engine’s exhaust system. During an attempt to rebuild the raw water pump and inspect the heat exchanger, Wik found the exhaust elbow completely corroded and the turbocharger wastegate seized.17:43 A mounting bolt snapped due to severe corrosion, necessitating the removal of the entire turbocharger assembly for potential repair or replacement.18:01 The crew also identified a melting shore power plug, which they caught while on board, preventing a potential fire.10:58 To improve onboard water quality, they installed a 10-inch activated carbon filter, a UV LED purifier, and a four-in-one kitchen tap.12:58 The vessel remained in the marina during a period of high winds and 5-meter swells, which tested the integrity of the boat's Bimini.22:09 Regular maintenance often reveals hidden, compounding mechanical failures that require comprehensive system overhauls.

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