We tackle one of the biggest projects on our list—replacing the engine mounts underneath our 300 lb. engine!

With guidance from Ricky, the mechanic at Green Cove Springs Marina with 40+ years of experience and help from the "jaws of life," we figure out an easier (and more affordable) way of doing the job.

We also check off some other overdue projects, like replacing our Cutlass Bearing, brightwork, bottom paint touchups, and Hope gets new lettering!

Special thanks to Jacksonvillebased band, SUNBEARS!, for their music in this video. You can find more of their music at https://sunbears.bandcamp.com.

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Cheers,
Esther and Michael and Hope Crew

[ FEATURING ]

• At Green Cove Springs Marina (0:17)
• Why we're replacing our engine mounts and Ricky's advice (0:54)
• Why Lanocote is stinky yet awesome (3:00)
• Getting started on the first mount with tips (4:30)
• What we discover about our old mounts (6:42)
• Benefits of replacing our engine mounts (7:47)
• Costs of doingitourselves and a handy tool for engine access (8:15)
• Michael's scarylooking Tshirt (10:00)
• Accessing those tricky front mounts and tips from Ricky (10:11)
• Michael's happy dance (12:01)

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• "Sunshine At 9 P.M." from the album, Dream Happy Dreams, by Jacksonvillebased band, SUNBEARS!

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• Kristin Wig "happy dance" gif from Giphy: https://media.giphy.com/media/Y8bL4li...

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