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They told me it would cost $16,000 to get Buster the Bus back in shape. As a 60-year-old woman tackling this project, I knew there had to be a better way. Today, I’m talking about the steering coupler. The shop estimate? $900. My actual cost? Less than $50. I’m not a professional mechanic, and I’m not here to show you a step-by-step tutorial. I’m here to show you that with a little research and some grit, you don't have to be at the mercy of a shop's massive markup. I’m doing the "impossible" repairs for a fraction of the price, and I'm taking you along for the ride as I save over $12,000 on this build. If I can do this, you can too. In this video: The breakdown of the $16,000 "reputable" shop estimate. How I found a steering coupler for under $50. Why I’m choosing to do the work myself on Buster the Bus. #BusLife #WomenWhoBuild #BusterTheBus #BudgetBuild #Skoolie #MoneySavingTips #DIYOrDie
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In the last weeks, our team put six bilge stringers to add strength and stiffness to the hull. For each one, we follow the same procedure: The first step is to create a template and transfer it to the carefully selected piece of oak, which we shape into form with circular saws, planers and sanders. Then our team uses a mix of linseed oil, tar and chalk to seal the gaps between the bilge stringer and frames. In the meantime, the piece of oak is being steamed and finally bent and bolted into its place. Video edit: Karoline Hill Music: Buckeye Bonzai by Vans in Japan
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The technical reality of Luperón Bay involves managing the intersection of urban runoff and maritime safety. Primary data confirms a concentrated debris line flowing directly from the town into the harbor waters. Observations include industrial waste and plastic containers forming a distinct boundary at the edge of the current. The environmental narrative frames this as the inevitable result of municipal drainage meeting a protected bay. While Luperón remains a vital hurricane hole for the cruising community, the forensic data shows a significant accumulation of refuse that poses a direct risk to vessel systems. Operational execution remains focused on protecting the sub-surface layers of the vessel. The Babe is on deck monitoring the line as we navigate the Hunter 410 through the convergence zone. Redneck engineering protocols are in effect to ensure raw water intakes remain clear of plastic obstructions while the media layer documents the environmental flow. The conduct audit identifies the debris as urban runoff without utilizing ad hominem attacks against local infrastructure. This is a forensic look at the environmental challenges faced by the crew in the Dominican Republic. #Sailing #Luperon #DominicanRepublic #BoatLife #GreatLoop #Cruising #EnvironmentalReality #Hunter410 #OceanCleanup #HarborLife #CaribbeanCruising #MarineDebris #RedneckEngineering #TheNest #ThornyPath
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in the yard @sailingwindsome7056
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Hoppy Valentine's Day from Fury Catamarans!
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