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A big job for one man | S2 Ep35
November 27, 2024 · 21 min · 8K views · Borneo
What this video covers
The crew of the 66-foot sailboat NV hauls out in a Borneo boatyard for a three-week maintenance period focused on three primary tasks: engine removal, sail drive replacement, and rudder bearing repair.0:51 The engine requires removal from the saloon to access the gearbox and address leaks at the crankshaft seal and timing gear housing.1:24 The rudder system, which has become stiff, requires investigation after the crew experienced noise and binding during high-speed sailing.1:52 Inspection reveals the top rudder bearing has slipped from its housing due to improper installation by a previous owner, causing water ingress and potential shaft contact.15:12 Additionally, the crew plans to repair keel and bulb damage caused by mooring lines chafing the T-shaped bulb during stays in Indonesia.10:07 Yard work is complicated by a water-filled pit around the bulb, which prevents proper sanding and anti-fouling application.5:15 The crew uses pumps and soil grading to manage the water level while performing wet sanding on the keel and rudder.8:15
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