Boat Life Ep. 23 It's time to make some UPGRADES Sailing GBU
April 5, 2020 · 13 min · 83K views
What this video covers
The crew of Good, Bad, and Ugly performs routine maintenance on their boat winches and reviews a set of NoCry tools.0:21 To service the winches, the crew disassembles the units, cleans the internal components, and applies fresh grease to the bearings.2:55 They confirm the winches are properly serviced by ensuring the handle rotates freely under load.3:50 The crew also demonstrates several NoCry tools, including a cordless screwdriver, a ratcheting stubby driver with a 32-piece bit set, and a magnetic pickup tool set.1:06 The pickup set features an extending mirror for inspecting engine components and a flexible grabber for retrieving dropped hardware from confined spaces.7:15 Additionally, the crew reviews heat-resistant welding gloves and a rechargeable massager intended for use during long passages.6:27 Regular winch maintenance prevents mechanical failure and ensures proper leverage during sail handling.
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