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The crew of the vessel *Squib* prepares for a multi-day voyage on the Danube, departing from Vienna-Kuchelau toward Orth an der Donau.21:00 Before departure, the owners address several mechanical failures, including a fuel blockage in the diesel lines, which they clear using a compressor to purge air.5:29 They also service two salvaged Genoa winches, install a custom mosquito net, and finalize connections for the water tanks and pumps.7:03 A persistent leak in a fuel line remains an issue, requiring the application of thread-sealing compound.16:17 The 35-kilometer transit includes navigating the Freudenau power plant lock, where the vessel descends 10 meters.24:43 With the current assisting, the boat maintains a speed over ground of approximately 14 km/h.25:39 The crew completes the first leg of the trip in four hours, docking at a restaurant pier in Orth an der Donau.27:22

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