Can Amateurs Refit Old Boats? (5 Months Progress) | Wildlings Sailing

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We worked out the other day that we've been on the job for about 5 months, Nadiyana reckons that feels about right, Mark can't understand where the time has gone!
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[@WildlingSailing]

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[@maurits1969]

Too bad your channel is getting so super commercial. Doesn’t suit you at all.

[@evanbelknap3884]

hey if you sell the keyboard you could use the money to launch the boat faster

[@mamamia4959]

@@maurits1969 whaaa? really?

[@Artiz...]

@@maurits1969 Nonsense... these 2 have been working their socks off providing a great free channel for us to follow their progress and the first time they earn a bit of solid sponsorship you feel the need to criticise... move along you are in the way!

[@donx03]

Amateurs build this world, not politicians or TV personalities. People like you & me.

[@robertthompson9455]

Run nuts all the way down on bolts to be cut. When cut remove the nuts and that cleans up the threads...

[@richevans1270]

A small file to clean up the starting thread will help too look at the bolt ends and chamfer the same .

[@jiefflerenard1228]

@@richevans1270 most people do not have the file or the tap-die set, that is what the trick is for!! DAH.

[@glennedwards1449]

A tip for cutting bolts place a nut on the part to be cut out of the way. When you remove the nut after cutting it restores the thread at the cut making the bolt easier to use. As to 5 months of refit that is nothing I think Project Atticus went 5 years before they were cruising properly. Even when you are in the water there will be more to do and of course it will be a constant task of maintenance and upgrades. However each task completed makes your lives safer and more comfortable. BTW repairing refairing and glassing your keels might be something to consider since it would stop further degradation and will definitely have to be done at some point.

[@Bender24k]

Pro injector service - you will NOT be sorry. Very good decision. In auto motorsports we respect the injectors. Best wishes from New York!

[@davidrayburn2260]

Love to watch you two restore this old cat. When you are ready to go back in the water it will all be worth the hard work.

[@arkansasboy45]

That engine sure does sound good. A good set of wrenches would help you immensely, including a line wrench which makes loosening or tightening injectors much easier than an adjustable wrench. Great job!!

[@bobbrown9158]

For amateurs, you two are doing a great job. It's really fun to watch the old cat get this amazing makeover. Your attention to the details, I'm sure will pay off on your adventures. Tally Ho

[@WildlingSailing]

Cheers, Bob!

[@calvingarrett3245]

I think I would advance him to advance amature not just amateur now I think I seen why you said put my glasses on I didn't mean immature sorry about that I'm using voice typing and any sounds around me interferes with the correct spelling most of the time my apologies

[@crikycrocky]

Great work on this one. With those voids and bubbles, I found that you can keep going on that almost indefinitely, you just have to decide a point at which it will be ok for the future. and when you get work done like this on the injectors, remember, you are not just paying for the work in minutes you are paying for all the experience and knowledge that the guy has built up over many years, or at least that should be the way of it.

[@alanduncan9204]

Adjustable spanners. Will always slip when you have to force the nut. Hence the busted finger. It could have been worse. They also round off bolt heads and nuts. A good set of ring and open ended spanners will save the gear and your fingers and knuckles for your Piano playing days.

[@haydo8373]

Crescents/adjustable spanners are called "nut f🤬'ers" for a reason 😁

[@adrianday8678]

I agree only use adjustables in emergency, please hide them and it will save you fortune

[@garywilkus7495]

let me explain use the bungle cord to keep rigging from hitting the mast and stopping the noise of it beating in the wind it is so simple but few mariners get it! it is like no one hears there own dog barking but nieghborhood does!! Capt wilkus ret,

[@brucestmartin777]

I loved this episode… I think exactly what you.are doing is great for the channel. You two are on such a grand adventure and you take on any impossible task … one of my favorite channels.

[@dunkie976]

Tip for cutting bolts...... if you have room, screw a nut onto the bolt and run it right up to the head past where you want to cut it, then do your cut, file off the burrs and unwind the nut. The nut will clean up the thread as you remove it making it easier to get the bolt started in it's new home. Hang on in there, you'll be on the water before you know it :)

[@livingwiththemaias]

We rooting for you guys! Keep pushing , day by day getting closer !

[@WildlingSailing]

Cheers! We feel like we're getting there now, I bet you had some ups and downs too, but you're looking comfortable now 😁

[@livingwiththemaias]

@@WildlingSailing many ups and even more downs as with all projects there is always surprises. Chin up you will succeed!

[@garystuart226]

Hi, wished to say massive respect for taking on such a project , what an inspiration in showing whats possibly with grit and determination , huge credit to both of u and really look forward of the progress u both make each week , was blown away of the work that just went into the windows , keep up the awesome work , thank u for showing us, hope ur soon sailing off into the sunset , stay safe and well 👍👍

[@rod7171]

She's gonna be epic when she's done. Well Done Guys x

[@Tim8mit]

I'm looking forward to seeing the bottom paint and antifoul, it will really transform the whole project. Keep up the good work, try not to hurt yourself too much Mark.. Nice piano playing Nadiyana. I'm already looking forward to next Friday

[@colinnapier6662]

You guys are doing great. Put a nut on the bolt at the distance you want to cut, then the nut will clean the thread once cut when you take the nut off.

[@sailingoasis6369]

This is a great tip!

[@Boston72]

JB weld will work and you will find it works on many things You will gain a great deal of experience working with JB weld so much so that it will easily become favourite tool! and on a similar note your doing an incredible job of rescuing what it most people's mind as unfixable One thing for sure and this applies to many others like myself you will know your cat inside and out!

[@petersimoncollins9588]

Hi Great job on the CAT. On the bolts it always pays to fit a nut onto the bolt proir to cutting, then turn the nut off to remake the threads, that works for me. Good Luck Guys.

[@ProRenda2024]

You are on a journey that many families would like to be on. I am proud of you, young people will be treading steps that so many are afraid or unsure of taking. strength, make a volt to the world and have fun!!!!!!!

[@eamonncoady9823]

Another great edition. 150 for injectors is for nothing. You said it Mark peace of mind, new tank clean fuel and a rebuilt engine is 12 grand all day long. Lagoon 450 are falling asunder see parlay revival. Your 1975 built boat has another 50 years because it was extremely well built and you two are doing a belt and braces refit. Well done you two. Much respect and admiration from Ireland.

[@MarcelEling]

It is a big job and you two are doing well

[@whitecompany18]

Screws will come out fine 'IF' they ever have to, all it does is seal the wood inside the hole for the screw and because the screw isn't porous it will turn if the time ever comes. Doing a great job 👍

[@WildlingSailing]

Cheers mate! Nice to have a bit of reassurance on that 😁

[@marievictoire1939]

Heat softens resin. A soldering iron might help.

[@fredjones7307]

The injector spill pipe. If it can be removed, clean the complete injector body and the spill pipe. Put the spill pipe in the freezer, or fridge. Place the injector body in a vise. Remove the spill pipe from the fridge, place it in the hole and give it a couple of sharp taps with a copper drift. If it won't come out of the hole, try as best as possible to follow the same procedure. It was originally annular riveted..

[@ianbell5611]

Great seeing the progress. Nice bit of piano👍 I agree with a previous comment screws will come out fine when the need arises, good that you've used the epoxy to seal the timber. That leaking , leakoff nipple is a bugger, I'm surprised the guy that serviced the injectors didnt pick it up and repair it. Looking forward to seeing you hit the water and even more so seeing you out sailing after all your hard work. Cheers

[@mrchairman08]

Pull the bleed pipe out then clean it and tin it with pure silver solder (not tin, zinc, lead) use fine emery cloth if needed then press back into seat with a copper tube or soft metal tube.

[@georgelewis8904]

Good advice, have used this method had success.

[@barrywaters6336]

That's great advice but to me it looked like the fillet between the pipe and flange may have split as it was wobbling and not the flange.

[@seekersofrhythm]

Just noticed your close to 50k subscribers. Fingers crossed. Looking forward to the next installment. stay safe J.

[@davidsilverman3967]

Mark, you continue to amaze us with your sense of adventure and willingness to learn new things. Also, your wife is a show stopper of a lady. She is amazing. I am married 52 years. Continue to spend time with each other away form the you tube adventure to enjoy being a married couple. It will pay huge dividends later in life.

[@hewittehart8283]

Guy's wish y'all could do two videos a week love ya that much, doing a great job keep it up your friend,

[@skaraborgcraft]

Epoxy is not like polyester, adding more hardner risks the whole lot not going off at all. Slow hardner or fast hardner, but always the same mix ratio.

[@WildlingSailing]

Whoops! although it did seem to set better this time? Epoxy is still a bit of a mystery to me

[@ianmills6956]

Yes mate that's right I know from experience

[@skaraborgcraft]

@@WildlingSailing I would say you got off lucky. Some resins wont set up if the ratios are wrong. They are all different, West is 6-1 and some 2-1 with brands in between. The chemistry is vastly different from polyester, The mix ratio adds enough bonding agents to the right amount of resin, too much or too little of either leaves excess in the pot that cant "mix" or bind. Imagine a dance floor with 10 woman and 20 blokes, you will get a 50% partnership, with the rest standing around doing nothing except getting in the way. Whatever is on the can, best follow it.

[@kaahua]

I made a page on my blog that explains the essentials to know about working with epoxy. I finished my boat (14m double hull canoe) in epoxy wood, and I'm scared when I see you using the epoxy. Properly preparing the surface is essential for perfect grip and good hold over time. The epoxy is really waterproof and does not allow water vapor to pass through, for example, I am concerned that the protection of the chainplates will retain moisture and cause them to rot faster than leaving them as is. The basic principle to remember is either we completely coat the room, or we put a lid on it, but never make a basin in which the water or humidity will remain and make everything rot. My blog page archiprog.blogspot.com/p/resine-epoxy.html

[@darrenj3267]

save the wooden paint brush handles, they make for handy stirrers and if you have friends with wood burners they make great kindling. I just snap the metal and bristles off and leave the handles in a carier bag for when I or someone else needs them

[@RealShawnPate]

Congrats on getting a corporate sponsor guys. It's a massive step. Well done 👍✅

[@garywilkus7495]

Nice job on the boat! Keep up the faith one day you will be in the water, with peace of mind! While your never ever be truly free of worry, It is easier when you know every inch of your ship! Like both of you will! Love watching you both work on your baby! Capt Wilkus ret.

[@stephenmccarthy6892]

When you were testing the movement of the rudders I thought you sounded concerned with the fact the outside (of the turn) rudder turns less than the inside one. Don't worry this is normal on cats designed by Rod McAlpine Downey. It's called the Ackerman effect. The outer hull of the boat will follow a less tight circle than the inner one. It's supposed to reduce drag in a turn and on a car resistance through the tyres scrubbing on the road.

[@WildlingSailing]

Wow, Nice insight and glad you read my expressions :D

[@sailingeden9866]

I would fiberglass some cloth around the ends of the keels to cap them.

[@calvingarrett3245]

Your project is nearing to an end you're getting about ready to set sail soon I can feel it in my bones and Mark your wife looks like a goddess sitting there playing that keyboard she's very good at playing that sounds beautiful I love your smiles and your determination and sorry to hear about your fingernail it will heal like many things and try not to smash anymore anyway take care of both of you God bless be safe watching from Roseville California USA Ray Garrett

[@gervaisbilodeau8465]

Setting sails...not cell.

[@calvingarrett3245]

@@gervaisbilodeau8465 my voice typing don't spell correctly sometimes I fixed that. Thanks

[@XikirRM]

Ok, tip for cutting bolts, put double nut on to lock the top nut to height, cut at edge of nut. That way your threads are still good. Doing awesome btw! Much love from USA!!

[@sprezzatura8755]

The beautiful piece you played on the piano is O Solo Mio! It was also tweaked for Elvis Presley and became the hit It's Now or Never ;)

[@markholland5767]

Man I’m praying you guys can be ready to sail before bad weather, and sail streight to the Caribbean for the winter. That would be awsome. I really enjoy your show, and I love your honesty. I wish the. 2 of you the very best. God bless

[@mp6756]

It's coming together it might seem slow to you guys your doing the work, but for us viewers its moving along just fine. Without your sacrifice of time I would have to get off my ass and do something myself. Thanks for the entertainment lol

[@skaraborgcraft]

Getting screws out of epoxy is easy, you just need to heat the head with a soldering iron or some such.

[@DaleNewnham]

Yes! I have done it quite a few time with a soldering iron so bedding screws in epoxy is a good approach in my view.

[@zanymczanezane]

Have been waiting all week for this ... so excited!!!

[@michaeldavies9533]

You two will get there you both have the determination to ensure that you succeed,I know sometimes you seem down but you two are never down for long. Ps Mark tell me where you got those cool sunglasses.

[@claeswikberg8958]

tips for cutting bolts, screw on 2 nuts first, then cut away the excess above the bolt, and unscrew the nut that will straighen up any thred thats mangled, plus you can set the nut at the exact length you need

[@williamfennell8175]

I agree. Almost as good as having a die to chase the threads. Either way use a file or fine grinding wheel to square up the end of the screw and lightly chamfer the first thread or two which will minimize cross threads during install.

[@orchidhouse297]

Impressed at your willingness to 'get stuck in,' both of you. You really do need to use proper spanners instead if the adjustable. They are OK in certain non critical situations, but I was taught never, never on an engine or any machine where access is tight. They are too clumsy, liable to slip and I've seen so many rounded nuts and blooded knuckles. If you can find them, there are spanners where the business end is hinged which is great for difficult to reach places. I loved Nadiyana's performance on the piano. I would love to see you use her playing to end your videos. It is so soothing.

[@petershaw6727]

Tip for cutting bolts.. Use a nut to set the length instead of tape. Cut the bolt after the nut. That way, if you damage the thread when cutting the bolt, the nut will clean the thread back up when you take if off.

[@Artiz...]

Definitely getting excited... the vicarious nature of watching young people achieve dreams never fails to entertain! Glad to see the sponsorship coming through now... such a likeable couple of go-getters like you two deserve it... and more! So... China for Christmas then... or maybe even Thailand!

[@daniellehendriks5992]

My phone is from the same brand as you're vacuum cleaner...I love it. Such good stuff. I think you are both such hard workers. Lot's of love from the Netherlands, Daniëlle 🙋

[@theverylazyavocado6408]

Love seeing you are starting to get sponsors .. (well deserved) .. can’t wait to see you new videos every week .. you both seem to be lovely people and love watching you both learn ( along with some of us ) along the way .. .. wishing you both safe and happy times ahead

[@dwansbo]

A proper injector pipe nut spanner would be a good investment. Save further damage to the leak off connections! The adjustabe spanner makes the job awkward, who knows you may need to bleed the injectors while the boat is moving about.

[@whitneylake2107]

I love the progress. Great attitude. Keep playing nice music throughout. Thank you again.

[@dondassinger6202]

The positive latching drawer and cabinet door locks ought to have been simply cleaned up, if NEC. The little magnet and ball latches, I anticipate they will not keep those doors latched. Hey, you are a great team and are doing very well rehabing and reporting your beautiful classic catamaran. Keep at it. Thanks for sharing the activities of your great project and exploration!

[@freddiekozlowzki5697]

Tally ho forward to the water you're closing in on it keep your spirits high and your eyes on the projects you both make a great pair but also great to work with love always Freddie

[@goleafsgo8496]

Keep plugging, slowly but surely seems to apply to this rebuild. Outcomes are what you are after and you seem to be moving towards your ultimate goal of getting her splashed this season. Considering her original condition I think you are doing quite well, especially with the financial restrictions you are facing.

[@craig-syabeona6910]

I can't believe it's been 5 months already. You guys remind me of early Uma where they just upgraded bit by bit.

[@borys2767]

The difference is the guy from UMA has some real skills.

[@craig-syabeona6910]

@@borys2767 gotta start somewhere

[@WildlingSailing]

Cheers, Craig!

[@WildlingSailing]

@@borys2767 calm down, Boris.

[@darrenj3267]

@@borys2767 He's also the first to let everyone know just how clever he is and often comes across pretty obnoxious I unsubscribed from Uma in the end. I much prefer this approach imperfections, mistakes and all it's much more real and honest

[@garywilkus7495]

The only way to solve rigging noise is to bungle cord them together while on land your neighbors will thank you! Capt Wilkus

[@WildlingSailing]

Nice one!

[@justinfufun5483]

I think those return lines are like a button snap in a canvas cover. If you get the right size hollow punch you can probably tighten it with one or two taps/whacks only don't be too hard. Light hammer.

[@allyk5513]

Hey my husband is a commercial plumber and he dose brazing a lot. We are in Alabama, USA or we would come do it for y’all for absolutely nothing. You might find a plumber that can fix it for you for a lot less than a actual diesel mechanic. Just thought I would mention it. Most people don’t realize that all plumbers don’t just work on poop pipes. 🤣 I wish we were closer so we could come help. We love watching your channel. Keep up the hard work and y’all will be sailing in no time. ⛵️

[@allangall6810]

Hi my name is Allan I really enjoy the repairs and refit part of Boats my favorite is the catamaran's I am a subscriber to your channel and watch every one. I do not want to burst your bubble lol but I thinking it will take you two years to complete. Keep smiling!

[@Jimmyb918]

Hey guys the aerial view Is Awesome your boat is looking spectacular can't wait till you get the antifoul on the bottom of your boat that will definitely put a whole new light on everything good luck with your injector it will all work out for you all I hope you two have a lovely week don't work too hard and be safe see you next week

[@AaronCarr]

Nice to see your skills and most importantly your confidence grow as you progress through this project. And the boat looks great! Your engineer is just worried about fitting unknown parts that might be junk You're juggling so many balls and spinning so many plates. Remember to enjoy the moment like your wife does 😁

[@patraic5241]

If you are planning on building a shop like that fellow has buying that tool would make perfect sense. As you are just how many engines are you planning on rebuilding? It makes perfect sense to pay the guy who already has the tool and the expertise to do the job right. Nice choice.

[@brianmcgrady2674]

Tips for cutting bolts, put a nut on first and screw it up above the cut point, once cut, removing the nut will clean the threads, but its good to file a small bevel arount the cut, then remove the nut.Dont forget to add styrene wax to the gelcoat for painting it on, otherwise it will stay slightly tacky to the touch if its not in a mould.

[@robertcarkeek8391]

Yes, you are definitely equipped to re fit your boat. Beginners do the best work!!!! Your strength, your essence of spirit will get you through. I'm 76 years of age, and started on my wood sail boat um-teen years ago. No regrets. don't put epoxy on pillow blocks . the wood moves the epoxy doesn't . gaps occur and the wood rots. oil, and turpentine is the better alternative.

[@Dr.Gunsmith]

Great video guys, it’s coming along nice, don’t try get disappointed or disheartened as your doing a great job and it’s all a great experience for you both. 🙏

[@injahnet]

You guys show us land lubbers just how much you can achieve with perseverance. Great job. Looking forward to splashing and the adventures to come.

[@jadams3427]

Good to see such progress. You deserve some relaxation once you are in the water.

[@Boston72]

yes I loved you playing the piano, and welcome your playing as much as you can

[@andysimons9226]

Fancy using a bloody adjustable spanner on injector pipe nuts! Blimey, Mark! Anyway, 150 euros for setting those injectors up sounds fine - particularly as they look like they were shimmed. If you'd used an injector socket you wouldn't have buggered the leak off nipple, have you tried giving it a couple of firm taps down? Glad you had them set up, I'm sure you could have done it yourself, but you'd probably have been poncing about for ages! Can't wait for the splash! I was going to go out on my old tub tomorrow but, after all this fine weather, it's going to chuck it down. Much love from the Forest of Dean.

[@ZeroDot42]

Never give up and never surrender Wildlings!! Your actions on fixing and sailing ,are still dreams and goals in many of us that watch your weekly vids of progress.Go for it 👍😁⛵

[@KymHammond]

My suggestion, is take the time to have the return feed brazed up. It might not seem like much now but if it’s the cause of a persistent fuel leak at sea, a fire danger and something you rely on for tacking then get the motor bulletproof. I think you did the right thing in paying to have those injectors fully restored. Looking good.

[@johnhogg9756]

Handy hint leave halliards secured to side of boat rather than straight down mast and leave em loose…. If canny have en to sides just leave them loose but secured to cleat as it stops em rattling if they aren’t pulled tight. Helps on water too as get a much better nights sleep if leave any unused Hilliard loose.

[@gfimadcat]

Not too loose either, they'll start resonating and that sound transfers right through the mast. Tension appropriate to wind speed, basically, for a completely relaxed night :D

[@johnhogg9756]

@@gfimadcat never had that issue with too loose however if any tension at all… clatter clatter clatter. I’d experiment with my idea and see what works best for you and your boat :)

[@sonnylange3051]

It is really onderful you both are building a floating home! Awesome.

[@jimlane6717]

JB Weld is absolutely awesome product. I have used it on engines and it works flawlessly. It can stand up to enormous pressures and be fabricated in many different processes. Impervious to oil and fuel. Clean the surface well, mix according to instructions and let cure the correct length of time. I would stick with the original formulation of the product. Good luck..

[@scottdenman9562]

The song was great! From the USA if you could play a few notes of Born to Run…much appreciated! It’s true your both breaking down barriers and doing it all yourself. Your blessed to have each other. Love your videos on Friday! Blessings and best prayers!

[@rw2578]

You 2 are crazy in a positive way. You have taken on this project and so many would not. You will end up with a nice boat / home just because you did what others would not. Just keep doing your thing the way you think is right for you, because it is right for you. You will make mistakes, we all do. You will have bad days, we all do. We will not all have a nice boat though )))))))) + the adventures.

[@mikefetterman6782]

Use a nut as a guide and to help the threading after the cut instead of tape on the bolts. Loosening the nut off the cut bolt should re-establish, or help anyway, the end threading, especially if removed quickly while bolt is still warm.

[@mikefetterman6782]

Its now or never, our love won't wait ELVIS. same as BACH, Chopin, and Vivaldi here in America.

[@mikefetterman6782]

unless it is the Spanish song it is based on.

[@sloppy.giuseppe3860]

Always have a nut screwed onto the bolt before cutting down, once you screw off the nut after cutting it will make sure the threads at the end are smooth and not crossed in anyway. Helps the bolts thread in and out easily without any problems

[@agentstaple1]

Hey Nadiana, I saw on sailing UMA when they were fitting their door locks they glue them in place first to get them lined up perfectly, this allows them to drill holes and insert screws perfectly as well and makes it easier to get the best possible fit :)

[@sal_e._mander5151]

Nadianna is a rock star!

[@ashley-tm1uk]

it's now or never ...my heart can't wait for you to get in water..... you guys are awesome!....

[@thegadabout]

A trick for when cutting bolts, put the nut on first all the way on. Make your cut. Then unscrew the nut and it'll straighten out any metal burrs etc

[@relaxingmacman2988]

Again great to see you moving forwards, would of thought the specialist would of noticed the damaged part, anyway keep going, you can do it 👍👍👍👍

[@SWEET-2381]

I enjoyed this episode very much the kids are awesome the boat is looking good I can't wait for the first splash!

[@ussweeneyd]

On the fuel return pipes; I suggest you clamp them on to prevent the possibility one comes adrift and lets fuel run into the engine bilge area. Easiest way to do this is to clamp them with a twist of wire or get correct miniature screw clamps. Just make sure you use something for peace of mind.

[@jon_14_6]

Hey you Two, great job so far. Loved the piano playing. Just a tip if you don't mind, I find myself cringing every time the shifter gets dragged out when the correct sized spanner is so much better for your pinkies and also the bolt or nut. I realise you most likely do this and use the shifting wrench only when the camera is out :) Your boat has so much character. Cheers Guys.

[@ronheidemann2063]

You are making great progress nice to see

[@sailingoasis6369]

Great to see all the progress! Amateurs become professionals from experience 😎

[@stevenr8606]

Nadiyana, my mom sold the piano after what she thought was my sister. But, was me. 😕 As for Mark, those cheap paint bushes can be re-used! We just cut them off, making them stir sticks. As for the Crecent/Adjustable wrench, known as 'knuckle busters' they have a new aka thanks to you. Now known as fingernail busters! 😲 Ups & Downs are normal. You both are getting there, keep smiling 😃

[@dkbauman6982]

Really happy to get the notification today as I knew there was much you would work on. Keep up the great energy and research

[@nathanpovey1376]

excellent enjoyable little video. Thank you guy's

[@garrysmith898]

this is my favourite sailing blog, what you guys are doing is super cool and interesting.. really well put together and you make a good team.... looking forward to seeing it been put in the water....

[@johngettings1628]

Safety tip take off your wedding ring while working on the engine or 12v electric circuit .. low volts but amps that will make your gold ring glow red hot!!!! Regards john

[@boolookoo100]

Good job guys, the injectors have a copper washer at the bottom that gets hard when compressed if you got new ones change them or take them out put on the fire till red to re soften them, the return pipes can be drilled out and replaced by a copper pipe and some JB weld good luck

[@viktoriaannscotto6296]

been waiting for the next chapter. got me hooked

[@omyoday9593]

Congrats. The boat is coming along beautifully. Re: 150 Euro for the injectors labor, that is $175.00 US , which is not even 1.5 hours of labor. A bargain to have them done professionally, and look how well the engine runs.... ! I don't recall if you have done this already, but I strongly recommend you re-pack the two prop shaft packing glands, before you go in the water. Nothing worse than finding they leak after you just put in and have to have them hoist the boat out again. After years on the hard, the packing material will have decomposed. Be sure to do it now. Lots of videos on how to do it, just get the right size packing gland material. I find the traditional cheap stuff is just as good as the fancy Teflon stuff, so I recommend you go regular material.

[@gfimadcat]

If I remember right, the prop shafts have those volvo "dripless" (yes, in quotes, because they do drip sometimes) rubber seals on it, they oughta be okay for a season still.

[@RoyFMuir]

Before you hacksaw through a bolt or threaded bar try putting a nut on it first. It gives you something to rest the blade against and also sorts out any burrs on the thread when you back the nut of. Try it.

[@sailingashika]

It’s Now or Never by Elvis. Nice Piano work. Thank you for the episode.

[@rauldempaire5330]

Oh Sole Mio!!!!.... Good work guys!!!...

[@briansmythe3219]

Nice Job Shes comming along good Proud of ya Bro with the motor well done, loved the Paino bit too

[@eddieohearn17]

Yes there is a slow setting epoxy designed for hot locations. The slow set gives you working time and that is what you need on hot days.

[@WildlingSailing]

Maybe that's what I got, I probably should have read the instructions 😁

[@eddieohearn17]

@@WildlingSailing no big deal just as long as you do not use slow set epoxies below a recommended temperature which is use about 60F. That these temps the cure takes just too long. And if followed by a cooler night well the process even slows more.

[@eddieohearn17]

@@WildlingSailing You guys are doing a good job, slow and steady. Just look at all you have learned.