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A cruising couple sailing the Ragged Islands in the Bahamas manages a recurring water ingress issue while living aboard their monohull.1:28 After discovering water in the bilge, the owner traces the leak to a rusted-out hose clamp on the generator’s heat exchanger.27:12 Replacing the failed clamp stops the water intake.30:37 To improve comfort in a rolly anchorage, the crew deploys a swell bridle by running a line from the anchor chain to a stern winch, effectively turning the boat 90 degrees to the swell.14:09 The crew supplements their dwindling provisions by spearfishing for hogfish and grouper, utilizing a titanium spoon to eat from canned goods to avoid metallic aftertastes.20:03 The pair also discusses the challenges of long-term liveaboard life, including the need for personal space, the potential transition to a catamaran, and the ongoing maintenance of aging holding tanks.28:45

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