Is the SMACO S700 Mini Scuba Tank and Compressor Worth It for DIY Hull Cleaning at Anchor?
In the first SMACO video we unboxed the mini scuba tank and compressor, checked out the components, and tested the equipment. But now it’s time for the real test…does it work for our cruising sailboat! In this video we put the SMACO S700 gear to the test to clean the hull at anchor before a big voyage, and talk about the pros and cons.
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Link to Smaco S700 Mini Scuba Tank + Compressor: Hull Cleaning Made Easy:
In the first SMACO video we unboxed the mini scuba tank and compressor, checked out the components, and tested the equipment. But now it's time for the real test...does it work for our cruising sailboat! In this video we put the SMACO S700 gear to the test to clean the hull at anchor before a big voyage, and talk about the pros and cons.
👉 Check out the Smaco gear with our affiliate link here:
https://www.smacodive.com/product/smaco-s700-2l-mini-scuba-tank-with-heap-1/?ref=paragon
Link to Smaco S700 Mini Scuba Tank + Compressor: Hull Cleaning Made Easy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybvcYNCW498
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