What started as a dream sail around Ibiza and Formentera quickly turned into every sailor’s nightmare… After unknowingly filling up with contaminated diesel, one of the engines on our Lagoon 450 catamaran became increasingly unreliable. Every time we had to start the engine, we wondered:
Will it start… or won’t it?
In this episode we take you along as we explore the stunning Balearic Islands while dealing with unexpected engine failures, searching for the cause, and trying to stay safe with only one reliable engine. You’ll discover beautiful anchorages, hidden beaches, the famous hippie markets of Ibiza, family life on board with our kids and dog Ollie, and what life is really like when technical problems interrupt your sailing adventure.
🔧 Fuel Polishing Tutorial starts at **12:26**
If you’re looking for a Lagoon 450 fuel polishing system, a catamaran fuel transfer system, or wondering how to prevent contaminated diesel from damaging your engines, this chapter is for you. Kay explains the complete custom-built fuel management system we designed for SV Luna.
In the tutorial you’ll learn:
✅ How our fuel polishing system works
✅ How we transfer fuel safely between both tanks
✅ How to polish either fuel tank independently
✅ Valve configuration explained step-by-step
✅ Fuel flow through the complete system
✅ Why we chose each component
✅ How to prevent contaminated diesel problems on long passages
Whether you own a **Lagoon 450**, another sailing catamaran, or any diesel-powered cruising yacht, this tutorial can help you build a reliable fuel management system.
🌍 On our website you’ll also find the complete parts list and installation overview. —
⛵ In this episode you’ll see:
• Engine problems caused by contaminated diesel
• Sailing Ibiza & Formentera in the quiet off-season
• Benirràs Bay
• Punta Grossa
• Punta Arabí Hippie Market
• Santa Eulària des Riu Marina
• Hidden anchorages and crystal-clear water
• Family sailing life with two young children
• Homeschooling on a catamaran
• Life aboard our Lagoon 450
• The custom fuel polishing & transfer system tutorial
— If you love:
❤️ Sailing adventures
❤️ Family travel vlogs
❤️ Catamarans & Lagoon 450 projects
❤️ DIY boat upgrades
❤️ Cruising life
❤️ Living aboard full-time
❤️ Boat maintenance & technical tutorials …then you’re in the right place.
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