Key aspects of the freshwater system of a sailboat: freshwater tanks, freshwater circuit with an electric pressure pump, hot water on board, drinking water, freshwater circuit with hand/foot pump, tank ventilation, and seawater circuit (in sink).
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Considerations for maintaining a sailboat’s steering system (inspection, lubrication, component replacement, etc.). Descriptive video of an example of a failure in this system, in which one of the sheaves guiding the cables from the wheel to the quadrant comes loose, as well as its resolution and testing.
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Considerations regarding the battery storage compartment on a sailboat and the battery boxes themselves. Requirements that battery boxes must meet, and photos of an example of a handmade battery box.
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Gabriel Prohens, an industrial engineer, recently updated the electrical circuit of his sailboat, a FIRST 32. This article shows the electrical diagram of his installation, with a description of the most important elements and some final considerations.
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Taking care of the diesel engine and knowing it thoroughly is a permanent task for the skipper of a sailboat. Before starting the engine, we recommend performing these 10 simple checks, which will serve to prolong the life of the engine and prevent breakdowns at sea.
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