The reality of returning to my sailboat I left at anchor in Tahiti [ep 183]
November 15, 2025 · 15 min · 219K views · Tahiti
What this video covers
Returning to a sailboat anchored in Tahiti after a multi-week trip to the United States, the owner begins a series of maintenance projects and equipment upgrades. The vessel requires repairs to two of three toilets, a watermaker hose that chafed against the shaft, and a broken battery switch.6:56 The owner also plans to install six new ceiling lights, a high-water alarm, and a replacement bridle from Mantis Marine to replace one damaged by a mooring ball.6:40 Additional gear brought back includes a new drone, action cameras, microphones, and a rechargeable water bowl for the onboard pet.9:26 The owner notes that sourcing specific marine parts in remote locations is difficult and expensive, making it necessary to transport supplies from the U.S. The boat is currently preparing for the upcoming cyclone season.10:08
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