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Sailing Squib - We'll take care of the rest on the way - Engine repair in Belgrade /11
January 1, 2026 · 23 min · 1K views · Zemun district, Belgrade, on the Sava River
Crew lifts engine from Squib boat with chain hoist
What this video covers
A mechanical failure in the starboard engine of a pocket catamaran forces a stop at the Gabiano Yachting Club in Belgrade, Serbia, on the Sava River.11:02 The crew identifies water leaking into the engine oil, which a local mechanic traces to a failed water pump.13:20 Inspection reveals that the pump’s internal seals and ball bearings have disintegrated, allowing water to bypass the pump housing and contaminate the oil.14:00 The mechanic replaces the seals, bearings, and gaskets, while the crew uses the downtime to install deck hatches and perform general maintenance.16:15 After the repair, the crew refills the engine oil and reinstalls the motor.16:01 The vessel departs Belgrade heading southeast toward the Iron Gates, covering approximately 100 kilometers on the first day of the resumed passage.17:54 The repair confirms that a failing water pump seal can cause water-in-oil contamination, which is often misdiagnosed as a blown cylinder head gasket.14:56
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