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Thais Canado and Beto Toledo prepare their boat for a coastal passage from Ubatuba to Paraty, Brazil, by completing final maintenance tasks and provisioning. The crew replaces the propeller with a modified unit, which increases the engine's maximum RPM from 2,000 to 2,300 and reduces exhaust smoke from the 40-year-old motor.2:40 They install an inspection port in the water tank to clean out mold and verify the system is leak-free.3:28 Additional preparations include organizing the lazarette, securing the dinghy, and stowing reserve diesel and water jugs.4:24 The crew departs Ubatuba after a final weekend at the Timoneiro marina, transiting through Pissinguaba and Ilha das Couves.4:51 They rely on the *Guia do Hélio* to identify suitable anchorages, wind protection, and bottom types for their upcoming route through Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande.8:32 Proper propeller sizing significantly improves engine performance and reduces exhaust emissions.2:34

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