Sailing Blue Pearlvideo
Ep 58 | Boat issues and land adventures!
October 1, 2023 · 13 min · 1K views · San Felipe
What this video covers
The crew of Blue Pearl manages a series of mechanical failures and a 30-hour transit between San Felipe and La Paz, Mexico. After an AC power overload disables the boat's refrigeration and air conditioning systems, the owners travel by bus to retrieve their truck.1:09 They successfully transport two dogs on the bus using discreet carriers, despite initial resistance from the driver.4:02 Upon returning to the boat, the crew faces a mounting list of repairs, including a broken windlass, a malfunctioning dishwasher, an intermittent bilge pump, and a failed refrigerator compressor.11:04 Troubleshooting reveals that high shore power voltage is causing the AC units to trip.12:15 By testing the thermostat and monitoring the voltage, the crew restores functionality to the air conditioning system.12:28 The experience highlights the necessity of managing electrical loads and verifying shore power voltage when troubleshooting multiple appliance failures on an older vessel.
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