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Sinomar Godois Tavares, captain of the sailboat Veio Doido, reports a series of mechanical and operational setbacks while anchored in Campinho, Bahia.Watch The vessel ran aground after a rope fouled the propeller, causing a loss of traction that required hiring a local diver to clear the obstruction before the tide rose.0:45 During a subsequent stop in Barra Grande, the crew damaged the outboard motor's propeller after leaving the dinghy's painter loose.1:45 They repaired the propeller with Durepox, allowing for slow operation, but relied on local assistance for transport during the three-day repair period.2:20 Electrical issues also persisted due to the incorrect configuration of the engine and service batteries, which were not properly integrated with the solar charging system.2:48 Experienced sailors Adriano and Henrique provided instruction on electrical systems and the necessity of using sails for vessel stability, even in adverse weather.4:02 The crew is currently awaiting new batteries to finalize the electrical repairs.2:41

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