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9] The Reality of Living Aboard a Sailboat | Abandon Comfort

27 de julho de 2017 · 16 min · 1.1M visualizações

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Refitting a sailboat while living aboard in a Florida marina involves constant space optimization, weight distribution, and engine maintenance. Ryan and Kelsey manage boat projects including replacing a seized fuel filter, removing a diesel heater exhaust, and back-flushing a heat exchanger to clear impeller fragments.2:30 To improve boat trim, they relocate heavy gear from the v-berth to midships.6:48 The couple also evaluates the safety of deck drains currently routed below the waterline, considering rerouting them above the waterline to eliminate potential through-hull failures.5:46 Marina life provides amenities such as laundry facilities, mail delivery, and a pool for $700 per month, which serves as a transition period before full-time anchoring.12:11 The pair emphasizes that living aboard requires persistent effort, noting that even simple tasks like engine maintenance often span multiple days. Lubricating a new impeller with dish soap eases installation, while checking for bubbles in the water discharge confirms the raw water pump is functioning correctly.9:45

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