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What this video covers

The crew of the 45-foot sailboat Plan C performs a series of refit projects while docked in the Treasure Coast of Florida.Watch They repaint the windlass motor using oil-based paint and seal the deck bolts with 3M marine adhesive.1:25 The team removes old vinyl boat names from the hull and boom, cleans the anchor locker, and dismantles redundant solar panels and GPS antennas to clear the stern.7:02 During an attempt to remove the propeller for maintenance, the crew accidentally breaks a fin and damages the retaining nut, forcing them to seek a prop puller.13:11 They also replace the engine room blower motor, rerouting the vent hose to improve airflow and soldering the electrical connections with heat-shrink tubing.17:35 The crew prioritizes these repairs to prepare the vessel for a planned voyage to the Bahamas.

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