Our Sailboat ENGINE MAINTAINANCE Turned Into a DISASTER! [Ep.11]
March 14, 2026 · 26 min · 8K views · Sicily
Sailboats moored in sunlit marina, calm water, distant hills
What this video covers
While performing routine maintenance in a Sicilian marina, the crew of Oceanaire | Wik & Rox discovered a critical failure in their engine’s exhaust system. During an attempt to rebuild the raw water pump and inspect the heat exchanger, Wik found the exhaust elbow completely corroded and the turbocharger wastegate seized.17:43 A mounting bolt snapped due to severe corrosion, necessitating the removal of the entire turbocharger assembly for potential repair or replacement.18:01 The crew also identified a melting shore power plug, which they caught while on board, preventing a potential fire.10:58 To improve onboard water quality, they installed a 10-inch activated carbon filter, a UV LED purifier, and a four-in-one kitchen tap.12:58 The vessel remained in the marina during a period of high winds and 5-meter swells, which tested the integrity of the boat's Bimini.22:09 Regular maintenance often reveals hidden, compounding mechanical failures that require comprehensive system overhauls.
More from Sailing Oceanaire | Wik & Rox
From Sailing Oceanaire | Wik & Rox — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analyzed video.
The Sailing Directory Newsletter
One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.