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Couple Experiences ROUGH Seas And Autopilot FAILURE
16 de fevereiro de 2025 · 27 min · 165K visualizações · Beaufort, South Carolina
O que este vídeo aborda
A crew takes their new boat, Doodles, on a 30-hour, 200-mile maiden voyage from Beaufort, North Carolina, to Charleston, South Carolina.0:15 The autopilot fails immediately upon departure, forcing the crew to hand-steer in shifts through fog and rough seas.5:02 Upon arrival in Charleston, the owner troubleshoots the autopilot and discovers the hydraulic pump is seizing; he temporarily restores function by striking the pump housing with a hammer while the system is engaged.21:38 He plans to replace the pump to prevent future failure.22:10 Additionally, the owner repairs a malfunctioning bilge pump by replacing the unit after confirming it received power but failed to operate.18:33 He also replaces a faulty solar charge controller that was fluctuating between 0 and 100 watts, stabilizing the system at 61 watts under overcast conditions.25:58 The owner emphasizes the necessity of carrying a multimeter and wire strippers for troubleshooting electrical issues on board.24:12
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