GLUTTONY ~ BoatLife | PIRATE SHIP S15E08
November 12, 2022 · 26 min · 92K views
What this video covers
The crew of the 1977 Formosa 51 *Miss Lone Star* performs a series of maintenance and modification tasks to prepare the vessel for travel. To improve winch utility for the staysail and furling lines, the crew fabricates a two-inch riser from scrap teak, mounts a 44 Lumar winch, and seals the base with butyl tape.3:55 They also modify the boom outhaul by shortening the steel cable and securing it with stainless steel wire clamps to ensure the car reaches the end of the boom.12:04 To prevent chain damage to the cap rail, the crew inverts the bow roller assembly on the bowsprit, which keeps the chain centered when slack.13:20 Engine maintenance includes a review of the fuel bleeding procedure, transmission dipstick operation, and alternator belt tensioning.19:23 The crew emphasizes frequent engine room checks, recommending inspections every 30 to 60 minutes to monitor belt condition, coolant temperature, and fuel levels to prevent overheating or air in the fuel system.22:57
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