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Where is that place at that you are buying your anchor chain at

step 3 was what? confusing. you did what to those spots?

Thats an increasing problem of hull growth theft in some areas.

So glad you are safe! Take care!

Hello, this is Freddie. We love your videos and we love your doggies. We also love your boat and anchor snubber (my dad has still not bought his snubber yet…yawn). Looking forward to seeing you in the Bahamas again soon!

James..... don't get pissed off with me but you keep referring to Revs per Minutes. Aaaaaargh. It is obviously Revs per MINUTE. There are NOT Minutes. There is only one minute to which revs relate. Go and have a Gin. LOL.

They would have to be the happiest and lucky dogs on earth. They are just so beautiful. Pity they cant be trained to serve Gin and Tonics on a day like that. LOL

Thanks!

Wow, a 4 legged Fisherman who'd have guessed lol. Fair Winds and Safe Travels guys. ❤ Oh seems .ike I might be getting somewhere at last, with a very big discount on a New Sailboat, but Not an Island Packet sadly, as I dont think enough Funds will come in for a big enough Piggybank, and its a Broker Agent for a Production Builder that Wants to have a Major direction Sgift towards Cruising Sailboats 👍 So first Priority forvthat I have told them is to concentrate on Shallow Draft of maximum 4feet 6 inches and an Air Draft Furling Mast Height of 45 feet which even withba good db Gain Aerial on it, no problem with most Bridge and Powerline heights, and frankly there shouldnt be any performance issues with the right design of Sail. They already do Only Single Rudders, and the below waterline Hull form between the Chines is also that of an excellent Sea Boat, and the Beam is about 4.5 mtrs so great for an Aft Cockpit Solar Arch. Standard is B&G instrumentation, which I won't allow on a Boat, so Raymarine instead, is definitely ok. LOA of Under 45 feet, and maximum heeling Angle is 18 degrees. So Things look up. I did ask what the maximum inboard engine size is, but Standard is 50 hp so I think I can Live with that, then after the Warranty has expired fit a Yanmar 80 hp with a ZF Saildrive (they're really good ) as a new engine package with the ZF can be had for under 6,000 dollars US. Ill probably get that for the well Run in low hours 50 hp Unit tbh. So Things are shaping up at last. Bob. 🤔🌟🌟🌟👍❤️

ICW costs more in time and fuel but it is safer. Stay safe

I am super pumped that you may put in Fridge drawers. I want to do the same thing to my boat and would love to see that project come to light on yours. Good luck with all the work!

You guys!!! Talk to the Yacht Rigger in St Pete! We had a ton of work done there; they will let you stay on your boat there…they have shower/bathroom, etc if you need to get hauled out. Call and talk to Stephen Lloyd. They have a great KZbin channel as well and maybe do a little collaboration with them…then just fly to Annapolis if you’re boat showing it.

For the fridge, have you thought about changing the door to be a split one so you could just move items to the side to access things you have forgotten? As for the bimini, if you simply added zip in window panels, it would solve a lot, but not all, of your complaints. I have the same type of cockpit cushions, and I usually don't even bother with them. I'm glad you are finally going to get a new water tank.

Hi Guys. Just a thought on that "Last Bid Window" to change , would it make sense to replace it with smaller square Skylights as no loss on the amount of light below, plus it may well work out cheaper and definitely so for future replacing, especially as your boat is a definite Keeper ? 🤔 Sucks that the Dodger Bimini is such an expensive Project 😞 So thoughts on a much bigger Atronger Aft Cockpit Solar Arch in say 34mm 316 Stainless - not that heavy for a decent amount of extra Solat, along with a dramatic Reduction in the Size, and therefore cost of the Bimini, to connect from the Arch to a Solid Dodger ? I've heard that the best Stainless Steel Fabricator is on the French side of St Maartin, but I was headed there in 2016, so don't know if he's still alive, or if there is someone better now. Also, watch out for Fake Sunbrella Cloth, which lasts less than 10 years, the genuine Sunbrella should do 20 years ? Best Wishes. Bob in Wales. 🤔🌟🌟🌟👍❤️

Flint is a beat- a barracuda?!? Awesome!! Let us know when you make it to FL! ❤

PS. I hate to say it, as I've always liked Yamaha Outboards, but right now, the Suzuki Warranty absolutely wipes the floor with Yamaha, and they doo seem to be Just as good ? I'm even considering the Suzuki 9.9 hp (actually the same engine as the 15 hp and 20 hp, just minor changes to engine management etc, so should be really low stressed, and is the max for the 3eaago 10 ft inflatable Hypalon type air deck and keel tender I'm after next. Actually there's a wide range ge of Seago Products from Brilliant Liferafts that have come top in comparison Testing for literally Decades now, to Lifejackets, dinghies, etc, that badly are in need of long term Reviews, and which definitely includes a new UV Resistant PVC, plus UV protection Covers for inflatable dinghies, that are pretty decent value. The Seago Stuff, and getting it, may delay the purchase of the new Island Packet IP 349, and nudge the purchase of a Sailboat on this side of the Atlantic, to take all the stuff needing testing with me😅 still, at least can bring a few spare Outboards with me 4 Tohatsu / Mercury 2 strokes and a Yamaha 4 hp (dad's 15 hp 2 stroke Yamaha is somewhere, along with a nearly new 50 hp Evinrude lol - though I think late uncle had borrowed those. 🤔 the 4 hp Yamaha was a better, with that on the Dinghy, I actually managed to pull my friend's very heavy Macwester off a Sandbank he had firmly embedded it into " Crasher" could collide with withnanything, especially if it was in Clear view. 😅eta PS. Don't forget to give us an update on how that Total Boat A tifouling has performed please ? Bob. ❤

For the outside teak, I suggested using Semco Teak Sealer when you furnished in Annapolis. That was when I only had two years on my use of it. Now I have 4-years. I wash it down spring and fall and wipe on an additional coat with a 2" square patch of terry cloth. It still looks great, and water beads up on the surface. Over the years, I have tried everything from natural wood gone gray, to oils, to varnish. The Semco is the only thing I have ever tried that continues to work with minimal upkeep. The first time I did coated it over bare, sanded teak, I used 1/2 pint. I just finished that original pint after 4-years of spring and fall maintenance coats because once it is sealed the first time, it does not continue to soak into the wood. It comes in 4-color tones, and I like the lighter tones of Natural or Honey tone.

looking forward to your next video

PS. I hate to say it, as I've always liked Yamaha Outboards, but right now, the Suzuki Warranty absolutely wipes the floor with Yamaha, and they doo seem to be Just as good ? I'm even considering the Suzuki 9.9 hp (actually the same engine as the 15 hp and 20 hp, just minor changes to engine management etc, so should be really low stressed, and is the max for the 3eaago 10 ft inflatable Hypalon type air deck and keel tender I'm after next. Actually there's a wide range ge of Seago Products from Brilliant Liferafts that have come top in comparison Testing for literally Decades now, to Lifejackets, dinghies, etc, that badly are in need of long term Reviews, and which definitely includes a new UV Resistant PVC, plus UV protection Covers for inflatable dinghies, that are pretty decent value. The Seago Stuff, and getting it, may delay the purchase of the new Island Packet IP 349, and nudge the purchase of a Sailboat on this side of the Atlantic, to take all the stuff needing testing with me😅 still, at least can bring a few spare Outboards with me 4 Tohatsu / Mercury 2 strokes and a Yamaha 4 hp (dad's 15 hp 2 stroke Yamaha is somewhere, along with a nearly new 50 hp Evinrude lol - though I think late uncle had borrowed those. 🤔 the 4 hp Yamaha was a better, with that on the Dinghy, I actually managed to pull my friend's very heavy Macwester off a Sandbank he had firmly embedded it into " Crasher" could collide with withnanything, especially if it was in Clear view. 😅

Hi Guys. Apparently one of the cheapest Marinas is the biggest one in the Caribbean on the East Side of Puerto Rico, brilliant for Provisioning with Costco, Walmart, etc and at Mainland prices (though I didn't find Mainland to be cheap in 2016 tbh, and you had to be really careful what you bought in WalMart - though their powdered Milk was as good as the best in the World, and Teak Oil, and Mobil One Synthetic Oil was really great value with them ). Also easy to get stuff delivered there from the Mainland, from Amazon etc. If I'm going to spend a few months in a Marina, I think that's the one I'm headed for - and once I've sorted out BVI Boat Registration - easy as a British Subject - I'll be doing an initial Provisioning there, and maybe another stop there before heading up to Massachusetts for Hurricane Season Haulout, check over and full servicing. presently though, I've been thrown into a total spin, as Darrell of Island packet has messaged me that they can indeed do a two head version of the IP 349, which for me was love at first sight, but to me, even a limited Day Head is vital as a second head if you have crew, or guests onboard, and it looked like single head was over the top luxurious, but the only option. The boat itself is admittedly a bit small, but is in line with pretty much every other Sailboat I've had, but is definitely much more Comfy. Plus definitely is in line with my perfect Draft at only 4 foot, which is 3 inches Less than my previous Endeavour 32. I'm also fine with the long Keel, and encapsulated Lead ballast. It will be a Custom Build and I'd have to have that anyway Now to see if my Piggybank Grows large enough for me to have my first new Sailboat. Fingers Crossed. Best Wishes and Sail Safe. Bob. 🤔🌟🌟🌟👍❤️

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what ever you do in choosing a new sink do not opt for one that hard right angles as they are a total disaster to clean. Elect to install one that has gentle curves which is so much easier to clean. Jim Rodgers

How about Nats buys James a set of hair clippers as part of the refit!. LOL

Hey guys! Don't forget that we are here in West Palm Beach if you need us!

Don't make this mistake - If you can... get a motor that has both "power tilt AND power trim" 😮 My Suzuki 20 only has power tilt... Wish I had the power trim again like my last motor had.

Just a thought on reducing fresh water consumption from dishes, I rinse with a squiter bottle of warm fresh water saving lots.

in stead of replacing the dodger do what Spear it Animal did, also sailing Ocean melody. More solar rain capture sun protection. Lot less canvas.

May I suggest you look at SV Spear-It Animal's set up with a hard top that goes from the dodger all the way back to over where the dingey hangs and includes the pulleys to hoistthe dingey. The stainless steel tubing they used is very robust too. Something to think about.

Lots of work ahead but the boat will look great.

Do you use Monel rivets?

Hi Guys, further to my post in your how to buy a boat under 100 k to help boost the Google Algorithms, I've just heard back from Darrell of Island Packet yachts replying to my enquiry on whether a Two head version of the IP 349 is possible, if the Aft Cabin Cabinets could be trimmed a bit and a bit trimmed off the very large luxury head with shower next to the forward Cabin, would allow both the head on the port side next to the Companionway, pluscthen a single settee Berth to Port opposite to a Double Setee Berth on the Starboard side, and he has thrown a total spanner in the works by saying yes, it is possible with a Custom Build. If you entertain, two heads are vital. IP also do Selden in Mast Furling as standard, also sta Dard is Termite Proofing, and Custom but standard options are a really good hard Dodger and a Hard Aft Cockpit Arch, and big I take of breath a Draft of only 4 feet ! which is 3 inches less than my Endeavour 32. A 45 hp Direct Drive 4 cylinder Yanmar is standard. New Mast, new Standing Rigging, new Running Rigging, new Wiring, new plumbing, new features for disability me, new everything, and can be registered in the BVI and have a great shakedown cruise delivering it there. I'm only going to enquire how much, once my Piggybank is full, but omg, all to my specification down to the Anchor - oversized Lewmar Delta and all Chain- new Batteries, Solar, etc. should be a fair bit cheaper than the same sized Halberg Rassy, and actually a lot more comfortable, and as good a sea boat plus a lot cheaper than the IP 439 for long keel, Skeg Hung rudder lead ballast and a 4 foot Draft. Did I mention it has a 4 ft Draft ? 😂 Bob❤❤❤

Hi guys. Posting on this as apparently liking and posting on your older Channel videos, helps a lot with Google Algorithms. 🤔🌟👍 A good idea with secondhand boats, is to get the Newest Hull that you can get your hands on, then at least annually Polish it with a Polish that provides some UV Protection. A great Source of cheaper newer boats is the ex Charter fleet market. Bad idea apparently is to buy “Sold As Is” boats due to them frequently having bits taken off them to keep other boats going. If Damaged, say by a Hurricane, only go for those boats that have been returned to Duty in the Fleet, and which have been through the Phasing Out Process. If interested in any of the others, put in extremely low offers for them, which will leave plenty of margin to fix them up. Problems common with ex Charter Sailboats for Cruisers to avoid or note for Changing : - Too Many Charter boats have Deep Drafts, which has a big impact on the number of places you can get into and out of; - Some Sailboats have Twin Rudders which for Cruisers are a complete liability . For instance, If I’m heading up or down the East Coast of the USA, Twin Rudders and the large Fields of Crab and Lobster Pots, mean it is only Safe to Sail during the hours of Daylight and then with a constant watch which can be really Tiring ; - Every Charter Boat I’ve seen, has a Classic Mast, and for Sailcloth UV Protection, Cruisers today need in Mast Furling Mains, plus Sails tend to be cheap and bulk purchased Cross Cut Dacron, and Furling a Jib or Genoa to Reef it, can totally destroy the Sail Shape, In under an hour believe it or not, so rule of thumb, you need to invest in a completely new suit of Sails; - How many of the Needed US Coastguard demanded Safety items come with the boat, and are in Date ? If USCG Stops you and you invite them onboard to check - really lovely people, and an absolute Delight to play host to, and they even sorted out a 12 month USA Cruising Licence for me to pick up- I thanked them with a large Welsh Flag to put on the wall of their Cafeteria. tbh, they impressed me so much that if young enough to join, I’d sign up.👍; - if it’s a 5 year old boat, servicing, general maintenance and checks should be better than a privately maintained boat, and the Phase out process should be making sure that everything is in tip top condition and working.Never chuck out old Flares, keep them cool and dry, add a set of new to them, and if needed, use the old ones first - I have never had one fail to work, and if it ends up with you having way too many, have a Flares Practice day, combined with a pre servicing Life Jacket session so people can see how everything works, followed by a BBQ. Inform the local Coastguard in advance, along with an invitation to attend and Supervise and Comment as they see fit should they wish to. When buying an ex Charter Sailboat, I May move straight aboard in a Marina for several months, to get a feel for any priority changes, and the order in which to do them. Mast, and a Custom Lead Wing Keel for a 4 foot 6 inches Draft and a new Auto Pilot, plus refurbish the Existing as spare , along with a close inspection of Through Hulls, Standing Rigging and Running Rigging, plus Haulout, bottom Clean and Anodes check then Antifouling, by which time, my Suit of Custom Triradial Sails, plusFurling Gennaker should start arriving, taking advantage of large off Season Discounts. Should be some food for thought there. Best Wishes. Bob in Wales.🤔🌟🌟🌟🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧❤️⛵️

20hp Yamaha is the way to go

Terceira is the least interesting Island of the Azores to my opinion.

Hmm. Post went missing. In case it doesn't come back link to a video which spells out the Best Place in the Caribbean you can provision up your boat, and anchoring is free from which you can go shopping. , also warns about the expense of places like the BVI the place I'll be based lol. Bob. ❤️ : kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmrQh3uqdqt_fq8feature=shared

Cool! Great video. You are so lucky to get a slip! LOL! FYI, it looks like you might need another haircut. Free one available in West Palm Beach. Miss you guys!

Hi Guys. Something I have noticed over the years about Stainless Steel, and for instance, it really doesn't like Salt Water, such that it causes Mi ro Cracking, so what does Stainless zsteel Like ? Well it seems to like being Polished and it seems to love Vaseline - Which is just Petroleum Jelly, cheaper than Vaseline - So with Standing Rigging, I'm going to try applying Petroleum Jelly with a Micro Fiber Cloth, and really rub it into the 1x19 Wire Strands, from the top down to Deck level, then from about 6ft above the Deck use a heat gun to run the Petroleum Jelly into the wires and into the Deck level fixings, and keep applying it u till it is clear everything is well coated, then once everything is cool, po ish up the wires well with Clean dry micro fiber cloths - then see how they fare in coming years. I'll follow up with how things are panning out, and it may prevent the first signs of trouble, which is brown Staining of the wires ? All the best. Bob in Wales. 🤔🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👍❤️

Hmm strange - thumbs up likes stayed ar 366 after I clicked it. Naughty naughty Google. 😡

Hi Guys. Apparently !upfront in the Dominican Republic, is the Safest Caribbean Harbour, and is cheap to have a mooring there, but do not Anchor or Run Your Watermaker there, as it is very Growy for weed. The KZbin Channel Emily and Clark's Advenfure has full instructions on how to get in, plus has insights into what the place offers for the Boating community. I might look in there outside of Hurricane Season as it seems a nice place, but my Hurricane Season Schedule, is planned to be for visiting friends in Massachusetts, plus having annual Haulout and inspection, servicing, etc done in a Brilliant Boatyard there - I like annual haulouts at places I trust 100% - this yard can even get applying Copperzcoat Antifouling Properly, without my full time supervision, and that is incredibly Rare, sad to say. Keep Safe and Best Wishes. Bob. 🤔🌟🌟🌟👍❤️

What are your water tanks constructed of? Aluminium tanks do not appreciate sodium chloride, they start to react and it dissolves the welds.

Sailboat - A machine lost in time and forever timeless... A modern device still dependent on the principles of levers, mechanical advantage, and block and tackle... equipment more appropriate to the building of a pyramid than the moving of a yacht.

You have such a nice boat and setup!!! Love to watch all of you guys.

Where did you purchase the shades you installed?

Bleach?🤔

On our RV I use some RED food coloring mixed in with the beach water. Easier to see it when you fill the lines and insure that it is totally cleared out of the holding tank after flushing the bleach water. LOL, I just got off of Mr Weatherman a few minutes ago, another possible hurricane in the future? Debby was nasty here along the Florida Gulf Coast.

How often should one perform the mast inspection?

Nice boat 👍

Hey guys congrats on getting your spinnaker up! We just got ours and getting ready to use it for the first time. Where are you attaching the tack of your spinnaker?