Vie d'écumevídeo
18 - DIY and maintenance before departure.
22 de fevereiro de 2026 · 24 min · 736 visualizações · Schoenscher, Lansgourau
Sunset over calm sea with sailboat silhouette
O que este vídeo aborda
The owner of a Beneteau Oceanis 440 performs a series of maintenance tasks to prepare the vessel for an upcoming voyage. The work includes cleaning and greasing deck pulleys used for the genoa furler, mainsail halyard, and reefing lines.0:56 To improve water quality, the owner replaces the 10-inch water filter after sterilizing the system with a biocide.1:57 The owner also inspects the keel bolts, noting minor surface rust and peeling resin-based paint, and considers applying a metal-locking compound to prevent further corrosion.2:57
Engine maintenance involves replacing the Volvo water pump impeller, which showed signs of wear, and checking the fuel filter for water contamination.11:40 Additionally, the owner attempts to troubleshoot a malfunctioning freezer motor and repairs electrical switches in the refrigeration system.7:41 Finally, the owner refinishes a wooden panel for the interior table and installs a new flag on the stern.19:50 These routine maintenance procedures ensure the boat's systems are operational for the crew's departure.
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