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The crew of SV Delos repairs a malfunctioning outboard motor before provisioning for a three-week passage.6:32 Troubleshooting reveals a cracked fuel line near the primer bulb, which allowed air into the system; replacing the spark plugs restores the engine's idle.7:47 After departing Green Island, the crew sails to a larger port to stock up on fresh produce and supplies.9:56 To prevent cockroach infestations and bilge damage, they remove all cardboard packaging from groceries before stowing items in the boat's bilge.16:12 Clearing customs in Antigua presents a bureaucratic hurdle when officials classify the infant crew member as a passenger rather than crew, resulting in a $30 departure fee.17:17 The crew manages these logistics while adapting their sailing routine to accommodate an infant, including setting up a cockpit playpen and modifying their approach to activities like kiteboarding and scuba diving.12:05

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