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Salt & Tar: Ep.314- Making Up For Lost Time
November 6, 2025 · 24 min · 160K views
What this video covers
Garrett and Ruth prepare their George Buehler 35, Red Aviva, for a transition from a mooring field to a marina slip in Baja, Mexico. After a three-week absence, the crew focuses on mechanical and operational readiness, including cleaning the propeller, testing the engine, and adjusting the stuffing box. The vessel’s antique stuffing box, purchased years ago for $40, requires frequent maintenance and coaxing to operate without squeaking.▶ 19:32 The crew also installs a new sail and organizes the interior to prepare for future ocean-crossing voyages.▶ 4:02 To facilitate the move to the marina, they prepare the anchor for emergency deployment and plan a stern-to, starboard-side tie.▶ 18:29 The process involves clearing growth from the hull and ensuring the electrical and propulsion systems function reliably after a year of limited use.▶ 14:39 The crew emphasizes the importance of breaking down long-term cruising goals into manageable, immediate tasks to maintain momentum.
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