Boat jobs you have to do when leaving your boat unattended for a while - UNTIE THE LINES S2E02

[@alsadler4013]

You said the key word Nike, patience. You look like you have lots of it. You are very methodical when you do repairs and maintenance. Never change that.

[@sailaway01]

Wow!!! I am impressed in just a year you have come a long way captain.

[@dbartkowski1394]

I hope you don't mind a little constructive advice. When you leave your boat for an extended period of time, fill your fuel tank and leave it full. Every time that the day cycles between night time and day, it gets hot and cool. An empty fuel tank sucks air in and out through the overflow tube. This air is moist and the moisture condenses on the inside of your fuel tank. This is very bad for your fuel tank, even if it's stainless or plastic. This is also very bad for your fuel filter. I saw that you changed your fuel filter which is the most important thing you can do for a diesel engine. Even a few drops of water can make a paper fuel filter fall apart. The holes in the tip of an injector are microscopic. Any bit of dirt will clog a fuel injector which will rob your engine of power and efficiency and eventually, your engine will die completely. A diesel engine should be left completely full of fuel.

[@MaverickSailing]

It's awesome seeing a woman that is not afraid to get dirty and knows her way around her boating systems!

[@Choppermurman]

Nike, so glad you are back. Your videos always make me smile and you tell great story. Keep it up and have a wonderful sailing season.

[@wildman1932]

I am always happy to see you figure out how do your own work on Karl. You are the Bomb girl. I enjoy watching your travels.

[@torreyself]

So glad you made it back for a second season! Excited to live vicariously through you :)

[@Avibeagle]

Hi... love the videos. Be sure to brush some soapy water on all your LP gas fittings to check for leaks. Any small leaks will show up as bubbles.

[@justaOldman56]

Awesome to see you back on Karl, I expect those little gremlins will iron out.

[@robertblanchard6441]

Nike, you are awesome in your talents, paying attention to all the details of preventative maintenance that will help you for some smooth sailing ahead. I'm glad you are back and I share this adventure with you. Looking forward to your coming videos ! Cousin Bob

[@MattHarmerAU]

Well done:) You are one of the few inspirations that keep me on track. Thanks for the videos, keep them coming!

[@andrewburnett2215]

Welcome back to Karl! Let the virtual cruising in the San Blas begin!

[@stevegerber169]

I enjoyed your first season of videos and I'm looking forward to your second. I appreciate the way you make an extra effort to include yourself in the videos, it adds a lot to your series. I also enjoy the time lapse sequences. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@TheLawnCareNut]

I'm so glad you are back on Karl! I admire your hard work, dedication and sense of adventure!

[@TexasWyliecoyote]

Glad to see you back on the Karl. I look forward to your videos. Fair winds!

[@Vsshooter]

A sight for sore eyes! Good to see you back aboard!

[@roadracer4life]

Glad your back on the Karl.. Good luck with the repairs and I look forward to watching more of your adventures.

[@jeffrobdine]

Welcome back, I watched the first season during your trip back to Germany and it's nice to see you back. You are one strong-willed person and I have enjoyed your different adventures from here in the midwest of USA. Good luck in your quest for life and more adventure.I will be following...much admiration !

[@svguenevere]

LOVE the videos! And, love the balance (like us) boat work and exploring the areas we cruise in!!!

[@stevenhursh2041]

I love your courage and authenticity.

[@Zerostar369]

You're an amazing woman. I love joining you on your adventures. Thank you.

[@hitchhikersguidetosailing8781]

My husband and I love watching your videos every week. We are also working on our vessel day in and day out to follow our dreams. Best of wishes to you!

[@j-rdrapeau3875]

Glad to see you are back! Looking forward to your next update:)

[@terryharms235]

I am happy to see you back again, you do so much good stuff on your boat, Thank you for sharing Terry

[@lifeislikesailing]

Nice to get some of the maintenance out of the way so you were able to relax a bit as well. The balance is definitely important! :)

[@denisconnaughton2923]

Really enjoyed following your journey to date. Learned a lot. Keep it going girl. Respect.

[@micbrenoel5459]

good to see you back on video, Nike..... we all missed you :)

[@ChadThomasOconnor]

Good to have you back! Hope you and Karl are having great fun getting re-aquianted

[@TerrydeAlaska]

Glad your back...wish we could come and visit...looks so nice there....keep it up...

[@TonyGariepy]

Your independence is refreshing! Please take a moment in one of your videos to tell us about that amazing bicycle! Looking forward to your next video :D

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi Tony Gariepy, that bike is a Brompton folding bike www.brompton.com. I did not get enough chances yet, to test it a lot...only in Puerto Lindo shorty and a city tour in Cartagena. But I love it so far! I will try to provide more info about it when I get the chance. Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi Tony Gariepy, that bike is a Brompton folding bike www.brompton.com. I did not get enough chances yet, to test it a lot...only in Puerto Lindo shorty and a city tour in Cartagena. But I love it so far! I will try to provide more info about it when I get the chance. Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@patrickwentz8413]

Karl you slacker! You had a few months vacation and instead of resting you broke down! Not Kool Karl!

[@kb8wfh]

Thanks for the video! Great to see you back and looking forward to more adventures. Smooth sailing!

[@bobbyjohnnascar]

WSP good to see you back, be sure to check all of your propane connections with some soapy water (if you have even a slight leak it will blow bubbles).Go with a new battery=cheap insurance. Good sailing

[@aniston28]

Just want to comment on how you are a very smart and self efficient girl. Keep it up. Great video!!

[@alohaspirit4dub837]

seriously kudos to all your hard work!!

[@scotthert2155]

Awesome, Always a pleasure to watch.

[@xjester60x]

Looks like season 2 is off to a great start!

[@MrMiffy08]

Meine Güte, was Du da immer für Stolpersteine hast bevor es losgeht! Habe vor kurzem erst Deinen Kanal entdeckt und bin schwer beeindruckt von deinem Willen, Durchhaltevermögen und diesen dauernden Kämpfen mit schlechtem Material und schlechten Bedingungen. Wenn man in Wedel liegt, ist ja alles kein Problem, aber da draußen in einer kleinen Marina, das ist schon echt Überlebenskunst! Bin auf jeden Fall jetzt angefixt und werde Season 2 so schnell wie möglich durchsehen! Viel Glück und gute Reise mit Karl weiterhin! Hanno aus HH

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Moin Hanno aus HH, ach, die Stolpersteine machen doch das ganze erst zum richtigen Abenteuer ;). Naja, ok, ein bisschen weniger hättens schon sein können, das geb ich zu... Wedel...da war ich manchmal Laufen / Inline Skaten, als ich noch in Hamburg gewohnt hab. Schön da, auf'm Deich! Aber wenn man in Wedel liegt, ist's im Winter ja auch ein büschen kalt, oder? Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@StemtoSternSailing]

Just went back to watch some of your old episodes... I really miss the stuff you made back then. Still looking forward to your new adventure 😉 best regards from Jarle

[@jeffkatzer]

Oh that bicycle looks like the perfect addition to the crew.

[@philipkenneth24]

Great job Nike! Keep at it, shipmate, great videos

[@thall0790]

Thanks for the update.

[@zaphodbeblebrox9]

Your life makes me so happy for you! You are an inspiration for me. Im on the other side of the world, but maybe, someday, we can wave to each other from our boats in the same waters.

[@raymondpollard1]

Well done young lady, well done.

[@doctorparadigmshift]

Love the new bike. My wife and I have been preparing to liveaboard and sail, so we bought two Emotion Electric bikes. We are used to cycling around, instead of driving. We also bought a little kid carrier for towing heavier objects (e.g.: starter battery), it is compact. We love your show. I am soooo happy about you only having a little bit of fungus/mold. I still have nightmares about the mold when you first arrived last year. I have had my own battle with fungus/mold, not fun. Great job as usual White Spots! God bless!

[@daverjax]

doctorparadigmshift two words.......Desiccant Packs to absorb the moisture, and Ventilation when able and aboard.

[@doctorparadigmshift]

@daverjax thanks, I'll try and keep that in mind. Have you had bikes on your boat?

[@daverjax]

doctorparadigmshift no I never have as 1) back then they didn't have the folding bike variety as they have since DaHon brought out it's first folding bike. 2) The 40' Morgan Cat was a multiple ownership situation. as for my advise about the Desiccants; that comes from my service in the U.S. Navy as part of they're long term preservative storage procedures. but it also comes from what mold and mildew needs to thrive, warmth, moisture and stagnant air. if you by various methods try to eliminate these, mold and mildew are less likely to form. the actions you take are also in some extant decided by what environment you are storing the vessel in; Tropics mean it's going to be warm and moist, not so much in the northern Temperate or semi Arctic climates. you can make you're own desiccant chests by buying bulk silica dioxide and using anything from a shoebox to an ice chest, just make sure the container has air flow. when actually onboard, with daily sweepers being held, mold and mildew are less of a problem as the spores don't have the time to grow before being cleaned, and usually the hatches are open providing air circulation.

[@doctorparadigmshift]

OK, I have never heard of any bike owners having problems on their boats but that's not to say it doesn't happen. I will try and keep that in mind for the future. Thanks for offering the advice. Cheers mate.

[@daverjax]

doctorparadigmshift no problem, remember, when it comes to mold and mildew, moisture IS you're enemy. that goes for anywhere, not just the ship.

[@BostonClipper]

Nice work. If you get a new galley pump it could double as a backup head pump again. Ditto on checking gas fittings with liquid soap.

[@philipmckeown705]

Great to see you back . ive just got mu first project in water. Seeing your expression doing fuel tank looked v familiar lol Keep it up . :)

[@larrywills5690]

I so enjoy your adventures.

[@GNT35]

currently installed the windless and now the auto pilot lots of jobs but thats boating.. i am off duty know checking out your adventure, good job.

[@umpadedooo2]

Great video! Keep safe!

[@idroolt6999]

great to see you back and making more improvements. someone already said this, but do make sure you check all gas fittings for leaks with soapy water if you haven't already. fire bad... :) EDIT: normally i think you're suppose to pressurize the line with air and wait 24 hours to see if the system has lost any pressure. soapy water does a pretty good job of finding leaks though.

[@georgelewisray]

Expert:: You have become the expert you used to rely on to answer your questions. Now you answer the questions of others. Great Job!

[@markwalker2891]

Love your videos.

[@eric36207]

Welcome back Nike.

[@mozshelton6129]

Good on ya gal . I live on a boat in England So I know how hard it can get,best of look to you keep up the good work. Moz.

[@kunstmol]

I'm glad you fixed that propane setup. that looked scary. I hope you have a propane warning system. Nice to have you back.

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi Jake, I do...but I always switch the whole tank off after use...so I think I am quite safe...as there is a hole in the hull in case the gas would leak from the bottle...But I am keeping an eye on it :) Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@kunstmol]

Good work. we've got to make sure you're safe. happy sailing!

[@davidsonshine9678]

Nice, Brompton bicycle - subscribed!

[@DennisMathias]

Great to see you back! What kind of bicycle (folder)?

[@0HARE]

I like how you just dive into maintenance tasks on the boat. You are a fearless mechanic. The hike was wonderful. Very nice new bicycle. Did you bring it from Germany? I really enjoy the music in your videos. Best Of Luck to you.

[@tinkturtle]

awesome videos

[@californiakayaker]

With those wind sounds, I would sleep like a baby. I know people who have gadgets which make the sounds, drounds out other sounds. Its nice.

[@mosbysmen]

great video , thanks

[@SirHackaL0t.]

You are amazing.

[@MrJp318]

Nest time you take the llid off of the diesel tank, have a port installed for future inspections.

[@echtertrucker]

You are the Best!!!!!!!!

[@romanmuller1078]

Hy nike, nice too see you back on karl. Wish you e hood seson and ...mast und shottbruch....rom Ps...ev kauf ich mir auch bald eine Reinke10 aber aus stahl.

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

wohoooo! Viel Erfolg beim Bootskauf! Und poste mal ein Bild von Karls Schwester, wenn es so weit ist :) Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@queenofyeay]

Funny thing about batteries, having worked on them and replaced them for years, the BIG thing with them is they will drain energy just sitting still, and below about 10 volts, they will die fairly quickly. If left below that 10 volt unhealthly limit for very long they will not take a charge again. Even a a very old battery can last a good long while if kept charged but a brand new battery can be so much scrap lead if drained dead for more than a few days. It's always best to have solar battery chargers/wind generators, with charge controllers to keep your batteries topped up charge-wise.

[@yvesbouchardmoiaussi9717]

Congratulations

[@FishWaterBrewery]

For boats, gell cell batteries are the only way to go. They work upside down right side up, under water etc.

[@mitchellbettes]

love your vids 😊

[@busansailing]

Like the brompton! I wonder how well it will hold up in the tropics.

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

I love it! But I wonder the same...It sais "store in dry place" on the cardboard box it came in ;) Let's see... Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@Jmmondeau]

Great to see your self sufficiency on your videos. I hope our travels cross paths one day so I can share with you my many years of wisdom on boat saving tips. Some of them are on my videos although I really need to update them. Fair Winds.

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi Jean Mondeau, would enjoy to hear some of your boat advises. Just give a shout when you see Karl anchored somewhere. Ahoy, Nik & Karl

[@Jmmondeau]

WhiteSpotPirates Just e-mail me before you spend any money on your boat projects with any questions. Most maintenance and repairs can be done for a fraction of the cost when you know how to do things without having to shop at marine stores. I love to help fellow cruisers and hope we anchor together one day. My e-mail is [e-mail] I hope to soon update my KZbin videos with maintenance saving videos.

[@ronaldjohnson2056]

I really like watching you work on Karl. You have a real good head on your shoulders, and the ability to think things trough. I know a few quite a few that no way could do the things you do, an have to get other people to it. for them. Glad Karl is OK you did a lot work on him last year, time to get in some sailing. Where will you be going this time?

[@glsmsmith]

if your ever around a store that sales pool supplies buy some chlorine pucks there about the size of a hockey puck place some of them in your boat during storage will help with the mold , works great in colder climates , also seem to help keep little animals and most bugs away also .

[@michaelplesch]

A little dish soap and water, shaken in a jar then using a paint brush, with the tank on, brush the soapy solution on all of your gas connections and tank. If you don't see bubbles, you are ok. Just a suggestion.

[@alphasxsignal]

You sure are a hard worker determined.:)

[@GrinsInc]

just seeing this... quite nice. Wondering where you have gone Nike?!?!?! hoping all is well for you!

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

GrinsInc I had gone home for some time and helped a friend Charter her boat for some months. We usually do a little break between seasons, but I hope we will be able to start Season IV soon.

[@GrinsInc]

WhiteSpotPirates How Wonderful!!!! thanks for replying. I sent an inquiry mssg to chuffed... so I apologize and please disregard if you suddenly people are acting worried. I am at least part guilty.

[@karstensiegmarsson5304]

Row row row Your boat... ;O) I enjoy every episode. *BIGLIKE*

[@queenofyeay]

Sweeeeeeet bicycle!!!

[@howardwhite9773]

Do you keep a mechanical repair log? You might want to start a book to keep track of dates of when you replace things like gas fittings, pumps and such. I recognize you can't keep large stores of spares but I like to replace old fasteners any time I get the chance.

[@tonygrella9542]

NIKE YOU ARE SO VERY SPECIAL. LOVE & RESPESCT

[@blueskyredkite]

That rope you used to lower the bike into the dinghy, it'll fray until it's all gone if you don't stop it. Whipping will only take 5 minutes and it's really easy. Save your lines, rope is expensive!

[@boxfan2000]

I needed a new starting battery for my 18 hp diesel engine this Spring and I found a deep cycle marine battery has more than enough kick to start it. The new deep cycle battery puts out 560 amps and the starter only needs a 120 amps. Deep cycle batteries will last a lot longer than starter batteries. But since this was filmed several months ago it's a moot point now. Enjoy your trip to San Andres!

[@stanczyzon8587]

Kinda creepy sound! Lol. Welcome back!

[@iman80skid91]

Think I just noticed you have the ford 1.6 or 1.8 xld engine,,,,make sure your cam belts are always in good shape, they can suffer on them if left

[@michaelbrodzik2790]

love it

[@unimogdave]

While its good to have a reliable start battery, in a pinch you should be able to jump it with your "House" batteries. Easier if they are also 12V. Have booster cables handy.

[@Jimmy47904]

Sieht so cool!

[@seegas1]

2:51 Deep cycle ist ja auch nichts um einen Motor zu starten. Der begiert nach viel zu hoher Stromstärke.

[@thedude3117]

Her problem solving skills and work ethic are quite remarkable. I just hope that she doesn't run into any pirates.

[@janklaassen4214]

very good idea remove old hose from the galley,to much people passed away by burning,and explosións on sailboats.-

[@wernerzwiener5830]

CTEK Automatikladegerät MXS 5.0 12V 0,8A / 5A ,www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=jump+starter+powerbank. Zwei Geäte, die ich dir für deine Batterieprobleme empfehlen würde. Wenn du dein Boot längere Zeit verlässt, dann mach bei dem Motor die Zuluftleitung und den Auspuff zu. Bei einem 4 Zylindermotor sind immer mindestens bei einem Zylinder die Ventile offen. Dadurch kann salzhaltige Luft in den Verbrennungsraum kommen und der/die Zylinder innen rosten. Wenn du Platz hast, dann probier doch mal einen durchsichtigen "Tagestank"(z.B.20-30l) aus, dann siehst du schnell ob Algen, Dreck, Wasser usw. in deinem großen Tank hast. Viel Erfolg und nochmehr Spaß auf deiner Reise. Und schön Gesund bleiben!!

[@svguenevere]

What make of bicycle is that?

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi Greg Delezynski, it's a Bromton. You can find more info here www.brompton.com/ Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@2nd6months]

Thanks for asking thus question. I was wondering the same thing. Also, thank you Nike for answering. It looks like a great folding bicycle. How do you like it?

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

I love it, it's really great! It has a couple of gears so you can go uphill pretty nicely. It does get a bit scary when you go offroad downhill or on cobble stones, though ;) Due to the thin wheels. But apart from that it's fantastic!

[@jam79car]

I was reading the marina website and I dont quiet understand how the fees are based. Is it very expensive to moore there? At the dock like you were before or on a buoy? Thx James

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

Hi James Carter, I payed around 300$ a month for the mooring. There are no docks...but there is a new marina just next door in Puerto Lindo with docks. They don't have electricity yet...but all coming soon I assume. And prices seem to be not too bad. For that area, Panamarina is a good deal. They charge per foot. Karl is 37...just for referece. And the longer you stay, the cheaper it gets. I had the cheapest rate, which applies if you stay more than half a year (I was just two three days above that). Hope that helps :) Ahoy, Nike & Karl

[@jam79car]

WhiteSpotPirates yes thanks very much.

[@janklaassen4214]

oh,fiets,like in holland,i was there and use one every day.-

[@billdavis7524]

I think i'm in love -

[@timsager6153]

Noticed that you filled your tank using the green water line hose from the dock. I know you had no choice however I've done some testing on the water from similar hoses. My lab results show high levels of vinal chlorides. Short answer is beware, not good for your long term health.

[@davidbryant3131]

Funny how any maintenance on a boat involves cramming yourself into such tight spaces. Everything takes 10 times longer to do because when you finally get into position you realize you forgot the nut or wrench you needed.

[@WhiteSpotPirates]

You name it!!! And especially when you can't just yell at someone "hey, could you please just hand me...". It needs a lot of patience indeed...and swearing ;).

[@raymondpollard1]

Those things that you are working on need to be done but few skippers can do it.

[@SuperJoshua2007]

Today is August 20. I do hope everything is Okay with you.