7] THAT'S NOT ALLOWED ON A BOAT! | Abandon Comfort - Sailboat Restoration

[@diverbob8]

Ryan, Regarding the hack saw, they are normally used with the blade set to cut on the push stroke not the pull stroke. Since you are on a boat, I will tell you the one time in 70 years that i found the pull stroke to be an advantage. If you ever have to cut a line off your prop or rudder, the pull stroke works the best with the most fine toothed metal cutting blade (24 - 28 teeth per inch)! One tip about that window AC, pay attention to keeping it level. The bottom pan is suppose to fill with water which is the precool for the hot gas line. If it does not fill up far enough to touch that line, you will loose about 2/3rds of the cooling. On the power connectors, the Hot is Black and goes on a Brass colored terminal, Neutral is White and goes on Silver colored terminals and Green is ground. You should be certain that the ground is still connected to everywhere the manufacturer intended for it to go. If you have screwed up power, seek advise from an expert because you can get some really bad electrolysis issues and things will dissolve in no time. One last issue, it would be well to consider where the hydrogen gas coming out of that battery stack is going. They do require a vent. Hydrogen is very light so it wants to rise. If it collects anywhere there could be a source of ignition, there will be a very nasty pop! Fare winds!

[@noahturner1508]

i like to think if the wiring as black=death. on this system i highly doubt it would kill you if you touch it, but still.

[@jdlft.w836]

Reversing the blade works well . . . if you do not have really good footing; or so they told us at USN Dive school.

[@edrosenberger6947]

You are tackling new projects more aggressively now than you did in the beginning....shows you guys are more confident and you have the right to be. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.....

[@RC-bl2pm]

This series is fantastic. The honest realism is what makes it. I fantasize about a liveaboard, like a daydream...I can live vicariously through your adventure, its fun! I'm an electrician and a hobbyist woodworker so watching your struggles here made me cringe once or twice but your tackling it in spite of inexperience shows real grit. I appreciate the struggle that's what makes the adventure right?

[@daurgo2001]

As a fellow Floridian sailor (now living in Cancun), I'm loving your videos!... the best part though was the description: "...you think I needed a queen mattress on board? No, I didn’t but the better-looking half of the dream did" 😂 Cheers to making things happen!

[@sampeterson6001]

Ryan & Kelsey, Excellent choice of boat. Those Swedish boats sail wonderfully. You two are adapting to life aboard quickly. Love your choice for "fixing" the aft berth. Keep up the awesome progress. You two are on an awesome adventure that you'll never forget. The best is yet to come!

[@paulstewart1626]

What So Short! When you first introduced us to your sleeping arrangement I was sure that was not going to work well with you living on board. However with addition of the Queen, seems much better. I was worried after the last episode that you were going to have mold and mildew problems however I am glad this did not happen. Thank you so much for sharing your lives with me. Sail happy.

[@onthebeaches]

It's all good and you will both learn as you go. One of my all time favorite quotes is.."The Journey is the Reward!" Yes, you did have the blade on backwards but who gives a rip. (unless it's dangerous) AND...there are plenty more mistakes you'll both make but just embrace them while you create amazing memories. You've got my support! PEACE OUT!

[@AbandonComfort]

onthebeaches1 Yes! Thank you. We mentioned we aren't a DIY channel. Neither of us consider ourselves "handy". We do things we feel uncomfortable about to grow and get better. Being comfortable with being uncomfortable is what it's all about to us! Cheers!

[@michel.montreal]

I think those videos preparing the boat are actually quite good and interesting. They make us feel like part of the adventure from the start to wherever it will lead; describing the surroundings, the people involved as well as the boat, good story telling. Staying tuned.

[@mjkulikow]

Congratulations on your first boat DIY projects!!! Don't let anyone dissuade you, we all have cut wood with blade backwards, a hacksaw and had to ask how to wire our first outlet!!!! Love the channel!!

[@JCAJCA3]

Great job guys. I can not wait to see you two hit the Bahamas banks! All your hard work will be forgotten. Thanks for taking us along. JC

[@flybird141]

Mattress suggestion:) We lived on a yacht for 7 years and one of the the first things we did was reconfigure the aft stateroom from two twins to a queen and a closet. Large mattresses are hard to get into some staterooms. We had a costume built, off brand, queen size pillow top sleep by number made for about $1100 dollars ($100 bucks more than the off the shelf, just 2 inches shorter ) and it was amazing and light.

[@stevenpride5459]

Not sure if anyone else mentioned it, but a little trick I learned on my boats was to run the hole saw in reverse for a bit to score or cut through the gel coat, then run it forward to cut the fiberglass. It helps reduce the chipping on the gel coat (not much of a problem because of the large trim panel for the shore power outlet). Love the channel and good to see semi locals (I'm pretty much directly across the state from you) :)

[@00dmb5]

Congrats! Much luck on your current endevours! We all have faith and believe in you! YOU CAN DO IT!

[@meow1990_2]

As a future owner of a boat, I am somewhat surprised (but not chocked) about the amount of work you need to put into preparing a boat for the sea. I still can't wait. Me being a bit conservative, gonna wait until I graduate college and get a job, before venturing into the magical world of sailing. Being in your early thirties isn't too old, right? All the best! :)

[@jasonbrentzel8820]

Ryan not sure if anyone has addressed this yet. the screws you put in to hold the shore power connection need some silicon on them. this is to prevent and moister from getting into the hull. Keep at it you guys will learn as you go.

[@karenherman8653]

You might have to put a moisture barrier under your mattress as condensation is going to get in there and cause a mold problem. Land mattresses are made differently than boat mattresses.

[@richardmyhan8755]

Karen Herman Im thinking the acid off the batteries will kill the mold...

[@garyt2005]

I'm at 11:45 mark and really enjoying this episode...I've done a lot of Jigsaw, & router projects as well....SOOO nervous time for me but I love my remakes....The Queen is so important. I've reworked and widened my Settee , 6 inch foam, 34 " wide with an installable canvas piece to enclose the open side.Which I've never used yet. I've used the little Engel (15 qt)for 6 years . Great pick. almost no power needed....G.T.

[@AbandonComfort]

gary t glad to hear you approve of the Engel! We were jamming to some Neil Young while we were underway last week and thought of you - hope all is well! Happy 4th 🙂

[@garyt2005]

I've dreamed about a bed like that...for so many years...my hunter is 33" LOA and well no excuses.You two got it done... Expected amps draw on engel maybe .9 per hour to 2 amps per hour if you really want cold like 35 degrees and you're opening it quite a bit...

[@Marineonline]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@MrNlichtwar]

thanks watching you guys brings back memories of what fun/horrors of living on our 43 ft Gulfstar.. It now is our summer home, 25 years later. Still upgrading :)

[@terranborn56]

Excellent choice on the Engel. They are world class quality and very popular with the long distance overland crowd.

[@dylanholmes4239]

its the first time ive seen someone have the blade facing backwards on a jigsaw!

[@stevecollier3183]

Hey guys don't feel bad about boat projects! It's a boat you have to work on it, everything can't be beautiful scenery,for me anyway I like the DIY it shows that you care about your home which is a boat! Keep up the good work.

[@devildogae]

Hey guys, great video, looking forward to many more. I've been building a boat and I've learned quite a lot thus far. What r u using as sealant installing items? My advice is to use 3M 4200 on anything that's not permanent and 3M 5200 for anything permanent. Don't use silicon on a boat, just passing on some good info.

[@Steffenator]

Fun video, guys. Glad you're back. You might want to look into caulking that teak. At least until you've saved enough dough to have it redone... and possibly the core of your deck along with it.

[@AbandonComfort]

Steffenator Thanks for the support! We'll be tearing up the teak and doing synthetic teak this Fall. Stay tuned 🙃

[@thejourneyofmalu3495]

You two are doing great. Vids are getting better and better and over time you'll become fine filmmakers. Don't listen to the outside noise. Stay focused on whatever it is you want to do and enjoy every minute of it. Keep up the good work.

[@laurencewarden7600]

Great start guys, been watching since your first video. You picked my favorite boat, a Halberg Rassy. Have to say I had a little trouble watching you cut into the aft cabin birth but get the reasoning. I wish you both the best with your channel!

[@BobbyPaul100]

Just discovered you guys, enjoying vids. We had our Pearson 33-2 all fixed up and refitted out of the yard. All done by us here in Rockport, Tx. Then along came hurricane Harvey. Now, I'm living on the boat and starting over. You worked and lucked into a nice boat. Solid foundation for anywhere you decide to go. Good luck.

[@AbandonComfort]

Thanks, Bobby. Sorry to hear about Harvey. We really lucked out with Irma over here. Hoping you guys get out there soon enough!

[@mtpurkey]

Just found your channel and enjoying it. Good to see someone following their dream and not having to sink a half million bucks into it. Best of luck.

[@AbandonComfort]

Michael Purkey We're thinking total cost for us to be out there actually living the dream will be around 70k. Best part is we'll have the same views as those who spend millions 😋

[@mtpurkey]

It has always been my dream to do what you guys are doing but unfortunately it isn't one my wife shares. Now that I (we) are approaching retirement age I am more and more determined to have a sailing boat I can spend much of my time on and maybe even do some cruising (alone if I have to) before it's too late. I am researching now. Discovered hallberg-rassy boats of about the age of yours that are not too bad... we shall see what happens... thanks and the very best of luck..

[@wincrasher2007]

Great idea on the bed supports. You probably could have saved some money using regular plywood for this, as it's not likely to get wet. Stain all those pieces with mahogany stain and a bit of varnish and nobody will be able to tell it's just pine.

[@AbandonComfort]

Thanks for the support and kind words! We ordered some stain from Hallberg-Rassy to make sure it matches everything else on board :)

[@hedgersabroad]

YAY! Our favorite sailing couple is back with a new video!

[@AbandonComfort]

Hedgers Abroad Thanks so much for following! We'll be sure to check out some of your travels as well 😉

[@hedgersabroad]

Entirely unnecessary, but that's totally nice of you to say! We've been traveling and enjoying life, but our plan has always been to work and travel until we're done "working" then live on a sailboat. Ryan actually used his favorite book "Dove" as a test of our compatibility when we started dating. I loved it and we've been inseparable ever since! Some day soon, perhaps?

[@DJAviation]

Quick note, when drilling holes through Fiberglass spin the drill backward to skor the gel and cut through the first 1/16” then go back to cutting normally it will give you a much cleaner hole with less chance of Spider cracks.

[@savinglillianbayadventures2661]

Great communication glad you both are smiling !!! Brad and Lilly say HI!

[@AbandonComfort]

Thank you, Brad & Lilly!!!

[@ksingleton101]

KZbin is a marvelous place to learn how to use the proper tools and and the Proper tools. Hacksaws are typically used to cut metal and from the looks of your use it can be used to cut wood but might take a bit longer. I've also never seen a Jigsaw Blade used in reverse but if it works why not. I'll have to give it a try and see if mine will even accept the blades in reverse. I have to hand it to both of you for taking such a huge step. God be with you on your journey through life! I'd love to send you a few tools I have extra that might make your life easier. Again Good Luck and thanks for sharing!

[@mikel9567]

Most newer jigsaws allow you to use the blade both forward and reverse.

[@GoingBuddha]

A lot of higher end jigsaws actually progress the blade forward on the cutting stroke. This would not work in reverse, but this seemed to work for them, so, cool.

[@mozki1]

As a carpenter/joiner never thought of using a jigsaw blade backwards....probably because it's easier to guide the blade as designed. But good effort, enjoy and be safe.

[@mathewdavis-adventuresandd6643]

I've built 7 homes and didn't know you could run a jigsaw like that. LOL. But it looked like it was working.

[@jeffbennett2271]

you guys are quickly becoming my favorite sailing channel, and i subscribe to almost all of top ones. keep up the good work. i'm half way to my financial goal to get my sailing adventure started, but my first adventure (aka work, which is an adventure in itself) is just starting again, for this year.

[@AbandonComfort]

Jeff Bennett Thank you so much for the kind words and support. Keep grinding at work and we'll see you out here soon enough!

[@jeffbennett2271]

Abandon Comfort gotta go on fire season, and have a good year on contract.

[@4HI-4LOW]

Love watching the videos, even though I don't live on a boat all of the space saving ideas always cross over into any aspect of life from campers, to rvs to even making the most of an extra room. And lol at her face at 7:30, we all know what that means... Gotta have fun even amongst all the disarray, good on ya guys.

[@goldendreamer2122]

Hey guys,so glad to be able to join y'all on your sailing adventures.watched you install the shore power !I don't know if it was gasketed or not,I couldn't tell from my vantage point,do yourself a huge favor,put silicone behind everything you install against a hole in your hull.just some friendly advise that I've learned the hard way...⚓happy sailing ⛵

[@Stryke607]

I can see why Ryan fell in love with Kelsey :D Now besides that, the aft cabin looks much better like that. Much more usable.

[@tiborkiss9186]

One more thing: you can renew solar wents - I just did ours on our boat - by replacing the solar panel and the rechargable battery in it. As solar panels are more powerful nowadays, most likely it will be smaller than before but more powerful. We put our recycled one into the hatch over the bathroom - it is easier and safer than drilling one more hole into the laminate. Best regards.

[@dieselsmoke21]

I think you did good making the queen mattress fit. I would have probably have done the same thing. Eventhough I was sad to see you taking a saw into that nice wood it turned out good. I eventually want to get a boat and this project is turning out well for you.

[@idgafnation8620]

I have to say as a person with a passion for sailing and KZbin sailing channels, I have become a fan since I came upon you two. Well done and good for you. It seems you two are in pretty much the same situation as our Canadian West Coast friends "Breaking Waves Sailing" are in. You two should reach out to one another and say hi as you grow together. Cheers to you both and keep the dream alive. STAY SAFE :)

[@corujariousa]

Your idea/recommendation for AC unit is fantastic. I live in Florida for over 20 years (in Tampa since late 2017). Summer without AC here only forcibly after some hurricane! :-) I've been slowly watching your videos. I like to see the chemistry and energy between the two of you. Also, the openness about cost/etc is a great differential of your channel. Keep it up!

[@amonGustavo07]

Im loving this series!!!

[@SailingWithVampires]

When using a hole saw always run it in reverse, first, to set your mark! Fiberglass gets super hot while cutting so cool it if you can so the saw blade doesn't get ruined. 👍🏼

[@jacknordli7630]

The jigsaw blade is made of hard brittle steel, if it jams it may break and send a piece flying, always use safety glasses when using power tools. Good thought and well done modification.

[@stevetheplumberbreeding7402]

MISS YOU GUYS!!! PLEASE COME BACK!!! GOD BLESS!!!

[@LifeatSixKnots]

Love the A/C idea. Smart plugs are awesome. Just converted ours a few months back.

[@Martin-yl5zb]

I like your channel. Keep it up. I never knew a scroll saw could be used backwards. Actually it can be handy when starting and having more reference area. Thanks for showing 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ralphholiman7401]

Y'all are going to have so much fun!

[@spiritrider3348]

OK R & K. I have abadoned boat with my own country folk (SLV) and am happy to get on board with some yanks! Getting that inspo again from your videos and hope you succeed on the patreon side!

[@AbandonComfort]

Chris King Appreciate you hopping aboard mate! Welcome to the AC Crew and a huge thank you for your contribution to our weekly episode goal via Patreon. Truly means the world to Kelsey and I. Hope we can get to your side of the world one day and share a beer!

[@richardknight3895]

Great resolve to add the mattress to the aft berth. However, I don't think it was necessary to cut back all of the lip around the bunks. It would probably have been easier to build a lattice framework of 1x2 and 1x4 lumber and top it with either 1/2" or 1/4" plyboard to make a new bunk deck that was even with the lip. A few small notches in the lip or a couple of joist hangers could have been used to mount 2x4 supports to span the gap between the bunks. Best of luck to both of you!

[@asbunce]

Great video, you two. It's awesome to see that you're taking the time to do these projects yourself. There are a lot of boats out there that don't get the TLC you're giving this Rassy! I'm currently neck deep in projects on my speed boat, but plan on buying a sailboat in the not-too-distant future! Fair winds and keep these awesome videos coming!

[@AbandonComfort]

Aaron Bunce Thank you for your support 🙂 We're trying our best to give this girl the care she deserves! Learning as we go but it feels great to see the progress we've made on her. Cheers!

[@islanddreamers9127]

Amazing courage!! Go forth and be your own destiny!

[@AbandonComfort]

:) Thank you!!

[@mynhardtsaayman1]

Bring those boat projects, love your channel guys.

[@AbandonComfort]

mynhardt saayman awesome to hear, thank you so much for your support!

[@svalthea6758]

You guys are off to a great start!! Looking forward to more videos to come!!

[@christophercook7926]

Love you guys. Glad you are back.

[@jaineevans508]

Looking forward to your adventures

[@richardgreen7811]

Whenever you work with fiberglass (hole saw or drill bit), always slowly run backwards for the first few revolutions. This prevents cracking of the gel-coat, which later results in crazing-cracks around your improvement.

[@ecoheliguy]

Just a word of caution: it appears as though your boat is wired for European shore power and an adapter was used by the previous owner. The gauge of wire is determined by the amperage draw on the wire. And the European system runs on higher voltage and lower amperage then the North American system. If your boat is wired for European power, the wiring in the boat isn't able to safely carry the amperage that North American appliances will draw. Especially that air conditioning unit. This very well could be the reason you noted a bunch of charred wires and the needed phone call about the wire colors used previously.

[@AbandonComfort]

ecoheliguy Appreciate the concern and insights. We use a separate cord to power the AirCon unit so the boats AC is never involved with powering the AirCon.

[@1968mac1]

Hey guy's, greetings from the UK. Great to see such an honest channel for a change. A lot of people have commented about your lack of DIY skills and yes I did think WTF. But life is all about learning and having a go at something new. But please tell me that you can sail better than DIY, other wise this could be a very shot lived channel. ;-) Keep up the great work, your doing good.

[@KingIbanazzi]

St. Pete's skyline is always so gorgeous. I love my city

[@samuelaltien171]

Music is on point as usual!

[@Jakfilm]

Yeah, I loved the main track.

[@AbandonComfort]

Samuel Altien Awesome to hear! Appreciate your support as always 😎

[@petejones4726]

Abandon Comfort what's the name of the artist/track?

[@AbandonComfort]

Pete Jones Andrew Applepie is the artist for both songs. Frisbee is the song heard twice.

[@86daily]

Make sure your music is not any louder than your speech track, otherwise its a nuisance to turn down the volume in my head phone. You are on your way and on a learning curb. A piece of wisdom: ignore the people that say your great and listen to those who are making good critics. See if they can make you improve. You Tubers are producing quality movies month after month. It beats all the crap that is available on your boob tube or multiplexes. I enjoy it and so does many others. They bring the viewer along with their adventure and make the viewer feel as if he or she is part of the crew. They show you how they overcome problems and how they live in tight quarters. How they have fun and enjoy the adventure of a life of freedom. How more envious can we become. Lots of Love

[@BenEllefson]

Love the boat project videos! Cool to see your new home coming together

[@revaclay1308]

A level is useless on a boat,except for a straight edge, also minimize saw mess by taping a plastic bag under the saw work. love the vids , keep up the amazing journey!

[@AbandonComfort]

Haha yea I guess it was habit! Good insights - thanks for following the adventure :)

[@captainsview3303]

Hi Guys. Great videos! Love the HR. You are doing great. The AC hit home. We are in Bradenton, lived with a window AC in the companion way for 5 years. Finally broke down and centralized. The jury is still out as to which is better. Hopefully we'll run into you along the way. S/V Esconditas.

[@ThomasKaminskiOfficial]

Absolutely love your videos! Erik and I are thinking of abandoning comforts of our big house and moving onto the boat in next year!

[@Luzviminda777]

you do know the saw usually cuts forward , there is a roller that supports the blade , I'm referring to the electric blue one , turn blade 180° , and you are golden

[@jdlambert8]

Seeing you drilling prompted me to mention in case you are not aware of it that, as I understand it, you should avoid drilling into an area of the deck that has coring, to avoid possible paths for moisture to get into the core. Best wishes...

[@AbandonComfort]

Great insights! We were sure to only drill into the teak and not the PVC core. We'll see how the core is doing this Fall!

[@000001willy]

This is the first time I viewed one of your videos. Well done! Lots of interesting projects that shows how ingenious one can be if they are determined to make it happen. Although I'm not sure I would be totally comfortable with the set-up of a large bed because if you had to get it out of the way in a hurry to access a puncture in the hull you might sink before you got things pulled out but I suspect in this case with the bed being in the aft cabin the risk is very low of that happening so go with the creature comfort. I also liked the installation of the solar ventilators. It seems easy enough for a great increase in comfort. I also like your air-conditioning solution. If you are a live-aboard it makes sense in warm climates like Florida or even in Canada where I live.

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

Good videos guys. I forgive the jigsaw part, it did a job and you got it finished. I would ask for advice on sealants to use on deck fittings. Looked like you used silicone, that is rubbish TBH. Butyl tape is better and easier to apply and also reapply if you get leaks which I am sure you will with silicone. Steer clear of adhesive sealants like 5200 as you will never get things off without damage to fittings or the boat.

[@glennkoenig6078]

I saw this video first and was hooked. Sub'd and watched all from the beginning. Wish you all the happiness and success. I have no sailing experience but can absolutely relate to wanting to go minimalist and enjoy life via a different path. Keep a well stocked First Aid kit and electrical supplies (wire, connectors, cutters, spare switches, tape, bulbs) as these can get you out of trouble. Glad I found you early in your journey.

[@joanstump285]

sorry have to say we live on our sailboat on the hook and we have a stand up AC unit that works great. ours uses little power and evaporates all the water.

[@terranborn56]

Post a link to the product?

[@DOBM]

Great video, nicely done with lovely editing too. Please buy some proper eye protection for both you, particularly when drilling or sawing. All it takes is for a jig saw or drill bit to break inappropriately and you can permanently loose the sight of an eye. Keep up the great videos and I think you should do more stuff like this.

[@johnboyc8924]

At least you guys are being realistic - always remember a boat is ALWAYS a project , it's a void in the water you constantly throw many at... Best of luck. I'm just completing a 52 foot Bruce Roberts for a serious two years at sea, who knows we may even meet some time soon.

[@bensteel3944]

Great video guys. Just love boat projects ... awesome ..

[@kevinwhiteson1962]

you should look at treadmaster you can buy it at defender boat chandlery and use west epoxy to put down , as well as looking at synthetic teak. i did my boat in treadmaster 10 years ago. its best product out there in my opinion. took 2 weeks to do a good job but its awesome.

[@TheMonkeyrock77]

When making cuts with any saw C-Clamp a guide board to hold the saw plate against as a guide. All your cuts will be straight that way. Plus with a Round saw only put the Blade a little deeper than the wood is thick. That way your guiding the saw and the saws not guiding you.

[@Billyboy4209]

Just binge watched your channel and love it by the way lol,very informative! Well,cheers!

[@user-earthandfire]

HEY, for what it is worth I really enjoyed your "refit video" . more than happy to see more. Happy to see you both on board :)

[@stinkintoad]

Your teak decks look pretty good condition wise - have you ever taken moisture readings?

[@timmcdonald3702]

My wife and I cruised on our HR 38. A few comments/pointers: 1) Good call on the aft cabin mattress. That will be way more comfortable while docked or in a reasonably calm anchorage. 2) During passage or a crappy anchorage, we never slept back there anyway. Instead, we converted the settee into a bed and slept there. The old salts may criticize and say that you ruined your "sea berths" in the aft cabin but F 'em and at least have a comfortable place to sleep when the boat isn't bucking (which is a majority of the time). 3) Consider putting your fridge into the cabinet behind the nav station and cut the counter off or put a hinge on it to access it from the top. We did that for our freezer. Best decision ever. 4) You may consider relocating your shore power plug to the outer part of the cockpit. Don't want to bump that while hanging out in the cockpit, and that starboard spot just under the dodger is a prime spot. 5) Get a honda generator for power unless you plan to install a huge solar array. You can plug the generator directly into the shore power cable with the right pigtale and it will be like being plugged into the dock. Put a few gardening knee pads (the flat kind) under it while it's on so it doesn't transfer the vibration into the cabin and drive you crazy. Anyway, nice work to you both! Cruising is a relationship killer for most people, but you guys are on the right track by talking about your needs and making compromises. Keep it up!

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

You should think about getting a foam mattress. I hear Big Lots has a decent quality roll out that is easily cut to fit.

[@ruthnagarya2028]

I subscribed, was it via patreon? I don't know. I like this sweet couple a lot and their approach is informative as well as fun. They smile and laugh and that's what sailing is about...being happy along even with hard times!

[@thomasbale9007]

Yo, electrical engineering major here, just FYI those batteries under the bed have an off gassing effect, if they are flooded lead acid (can open the top and see liquid, or "sealed Lead Acid" which have a vent of the side) you are breathing hydrogen gas. Seriously bad, you should consider enclosing it cheaply with wood and caulk with a vent to the surface. Because you are sleeping in an enclosed recirculated air environment (AC) it's no good. Also, I've lived in Tampa bay my whole life it's the best!

[@ProteusRising]

Love this episode! But we're super interested in any of the retrofit projects. Maybe make it something for the Patrons? We'd totally dig that. Nice job on the work you did. Will be sharing this to help you get whatever details. Hope to see you guys out on the blue water some time soon. Casz & Greg, aka Proteus Rising.

[@AbandonComfort]

Proteus Rising We could definitely do DIY project videos for patrons. We'll be doing our first Q&A video soon for patrons so be sure to submit a question once we have the patron only section up on the website!

[@DAWGnROADIE]

Watching you cut the piece, a trim router and a flush cut bit would have been much easier and a pretty result. Probably will need one again for future projects. Trim routers are small too. I look forward to more episodes👍

[@ruthnagarya2028]

When you go sailing again, can you show the sails and how the wind fills them and what sails you use, etc.?

[@Billyboy4209]

hey so I do HVAC for a living and I do know there's a difference between AC units and fridges for RVs and house and I would bet it's the same difference for a boat. The difference being they don't use Freon. Systems that use freon don't work properly when they're not level. So I'd be willing to bet a marine system runs on ammonia like an RV giving it more tolerance when it comes to level like say when you're in the middle of the ocean pitched on your side for over 24 hours at a time with the wind. U may want to pitch that thing on its side now(still docked) to see if it handles not being level. I would hate to see you get out there and your food go bad.

[@philiphewittii2605]

Hey, post all of the boat work as you want, that is as important as seeing sailing! I sure hope you used some butyl tape or something around those screw holes?

[@svgrunt2053]

awesome! keep it real, honest, & simple you two are doing great!.......GRUNT

[@RobFomenko]

There is a reason that some "marine grade stuff costs more"... as you will find out. I understand and applaud your reasons for redoing the berth... she is certainly worth it... but cringed watching it... but if it works for you, go for it.

[@niallmacparthalain5099]

Nonsense I'm afraid - one can buy "marine grade" A4 stainless steel fasteners from a chandlery and pay 6-7 times what one would pay at a hardware merchant/store for exactly the same items. "marine grade" anything is a con

[@kickzip]

Niall - You can certainly source many things for your boat from "non marine" places. Caveat is you need to know what things can be used from such sources and which should not be. For example electrical components in a boat which uses gasoline as a fuel. Putting an automotive alternator in a boat is an explosion hazard and is a big no-no! I get your point but marine grade is NOT a con. According to the USCG most boat fires are electrical in origin. Marine electrical is not had to do for a DIYer with decent skills but if not done correctly endangers everyone aboard and first responders that come when things go horribly wrong.

[@gregcolin9488]

I enjoyed the video of some projects. A video here and there of the stuff you have to work on is not a bad thing.

[@snakeplisken4278]

Nice solar vents. Where did you get them?

[@AbandonComfort]

Snake Plisken West Marine was surprisingly the cheapest!

[@aroundthehousellc7829]

SOOO the one thing I am still wondering is what did she just get done doing at 7:30 into the video ????? Left a lot open for the imagination there. Love the boating life. I do want to point out that sometimes I use a metal blade in my sawzall for a very fine/clean cut as opposed to a large tooth wood blade. It was painful to watch you take that much off the wood with a file but you probably wont do that again. Thanks for the fun....

[@AbandonComfort]

Kels just got done hand sanding for about 3 hours at 7:30! Thanks for watching :)

[@FreedomToRoam86]

sweet bed upgrade! very smart way to frame under it so you can remove everything

[@BlessedFarm]

Just wondering if you had the saw blade in backwards?? You cut forward 😀

[@williamkirkpatrick624]

Great video. I am glad I came across your channel.

[@TairnKA]

What was the round things you were installing, they looked like a solar device?

[@scottflicksailing5275]

I use the same AC unit. Cheap and very effective.

[@AbandonComfort]

Scott Flick Sailing Agreed! Beats the hell out of cutting a hole in the boat for a marine ac unit. We'd rather use the $ we'd put towards that to buy a watermaker.

[@sugarreefannick6089]

let me know which water maker you re considering. I am sure there will be a lot of comments. In the meantime good luck and fair winds

[@AbandonComfort]

Will do :)