Sailing SV Cordelia · vídeo

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After a 10-month hiatus in the UK, the crew of SV Cordelia prepares for their first passage in a year by completing several maintenance tasks in Martinique.0:23 Steve replaces two alternators—a Balmar unit for the house bank and a Perkins unit for the engine start battery—to restore power to the boat’s freezer.2:29 Despite initial success, the freezer fails to maintain temperature, requiring Steve to clean the wiring and recharge the system with refrigerant.4:23 The crew also upgrades their dinghy security by replacing a small chain with a heavier, more expensive security chain.8:55 Before departing, they move from a mooring in Le Marin to an anchorage at St Anne.10:19 Navigating 12.8 miles toward Anse d'Arlet, Steve relies on an outdated Navionics subscription, forcing manual monitoring for hazards.11:35 The crew successfully sails the route, anchoring on the south side of Anse d'Arlet.15:18 The experience confirms that thorough electrical and refrigeration troubleshooting is essential for returning a long-dormant vessel to service.

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