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A crew sailing a new HH catamaran through the Philippines toward Cebu for warranty repairs identifies a coolant loss issue in the engine system.0:26 Following guidance from the manufacturer, the crew isolates the calorifier from the heat-exchanging circuit to prevent potential sludge contamination while monitoring oil pressure and engine temperatures.13:13 The vessel navigates coastal waters near Palawan and Kuyo, relying on a mix of light-wind sailing and engine use while dodging floating debris and local fishing traffic.2:03 The crew stops at Kuyo to manually transport fuel via jerry cans after confirming with local port authorities that no fees apply.21:16 Throughout the transit, the crew utilizes a Surfshark VPN to bypass regional geo-restrictions on streaming services and prepares tepache, a fermented pineapple drink, using local muscovado sugar.5:27 The passage involves frequent tacking in shifty, island-influenced winds and requires careful maneuvering through narrow channels.3:59 The crew plans to have the hybrid propulsion system's pitch and programming adjusted during the upcoming haul-out to improve performance.31:39

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