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Armand and Leah, sailing the 2,000 miles from Monterey to the Sea of Cortez aboard their sailboat *Cosmo*, anchored in Bahia Santa Maria to address a persistent freshwater system failure.0:59 After experiencing intermittent water pressure and eventual total loss of flow, the crew replaced the Jabsco freshwater pump and accumulator tank.8:41 Troubleshooting revealed the system was not faulty, but rather that the water tanks were empty due to an error in the water-making process.11:56 The crew successfully bartered batteries, soda, and cookies with local fishermen for fresh spiny lobster, which they prepared on board.2:24 After resolving the water issue and managing stress from a demanding cruising schedule, the pair departed Bahia Santa Maria for Man O' War, timing their departure to avoid adverse currents during the transit.14:44 The passage featured clearing fog and a large pod of dolphins.19:03 Proper water tank management and verifying tank levels are essential before assuming a pump failure.

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