In a first article, we have seen the different breakdowns and damages that could occur on an engine inboard or outboard. Some can be repaired with the right tools and parts. Here's what to pack for repair.
The minimum tools
- Set of flat wrenches from 6 to 19 and open-end wrenches of the same Ø
- Wrench and filter wrench,
- Boxes of various tips
- Multi-socket pliers,
- Screwdriver set
- Allen key set
- Hammer
- Multimeter for voltage and current measurements
- Spark plug wrench for gasoline engines.
- Wire brush
Which spare parts?
- Fuel filter + pre-filter,
- Alternator and engine cooling pump belt,
- Seawater pump turbine (primary cooling circuit)
- Candles
- Fuel and water hoses + clamps adapted to the diameters of the hoses and pipes, pinoches.
- Engine oil and oil filter
Who to warn when things go wrong?
In the event of a serious problem, notify the emergency services at sea by VHF on channel 16 or from your cell phone by dialing 116, specifying :
- The position of the ship
- The nature of the loss
- The number of people on board the type of boat
- The name of the ship
The distress call by VHF has the merit of being heard by nearby vessels, which will be able to provide assistance more quickly.
How to prepare? What to do in the meantime?
Avoid drifting too much, which will facilitate searches and avoid going into dangerous areas. If there is too much bottom, the use of a floating anchor can be useful.
If help has been called, it is appropriate to wait for their arrival check that there are no lines in the water around the boat.
Clear the mooring cleats to easily engage the trailer. Finally, keep an eye on the surroundings and stay on the VHF working channel given by the emergency services.
And don't forget to thank your rescuers, whoever they are.
In the meantime
Good wind and good sea!
