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Replacing water maker membranes requires removing the old units from their housings and installing new ones, a process that can be difficult due to tight seals.1:29 When glycerin is unavailable, a small amount of vegetable oil can lubricate the seals to assist installation.3:36 After replacing the membranes, the system may show a decrease in total output while maintaining high water quality, measured at approximately 89–90 ppm.4:02

Beyond maintenance, the crew explores the Dominican Republic by renting a quad for $50 per day to visit local beaches and restaurants.6:58 Provisioning for an upcoming passage to the Bahamas involves purchasing bulk eggs, produce, and fruit at local markets, where prices for items like 30 eggs are approximately $2 USD.17:52 To prepare for the transit, the crew pickles eggs in a solution of white vinegar, sugar, and water to extend their shelf life and prepares pre-made meals like chicken curry pie and lasagna to avoid cooking during potential seasickness.20:31

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