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The crew of the sailboat *Corail* completes a transit through Lake Champlain to clear Canadian customs and haul the vessel for winter storage in Quebec. Upon arrival, the crew undergoes a boat inspection by customs officials and secures a temporary stay.4:01 The vessel is hauled out at a local yard where the crew performs extensive maintenance, including cleaning the hull with a pressure washer and replacing the cutlass bearing.19:46 The owner repairs a fractured steering quadrant that failed during an Atlantic crossing, reinforcing the assembly with steel angle brackets to better support the autopilot drive.26:48 Because the boat’s electrical system operates on 220V and the yard provides 110V shore power, the crew utilizes a converter and a borrowed charger to maintain battery levels.29:38 The owner also addresses moisture in the rudder by drilling drainage holes for the winter season.38:52 The project concludes with the boat prepared for sub-zero temperatures, with the mast unstepped and the interior cleared for storage.17:01

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