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A high-water bilge alarm on Doodles reveals a primary bilge pump failure caused by a paper towel obstructing the float switch.2:55 The pump ran continuously until it tripped a circuit breaker.3:06 After clearing the debris and resetting the breaker, the system resumed normal operation.3:42 Separately, the starboard engine exhibits surging at engine speeds exceeding 3,000 RPM, suggesting a potential fuel line restriction.4:30 The crew plans to clear the fuel pickup line to address the suspected debris.4:40 Following these repairs, the crew travels by Highfield dinghy to No Name Key to visit the swimming pigs.6:04 The excursion involves a 10-minute transit in 25-knot winds, followed by a visit to Big O's dock to feed the animals.6:25 The day concludes with a social gathering at a local bar to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.9:59

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