Cruising Bay of Islands New Zealand WHSE116

[@Mumbo_Jumbo_Kiwi.1]

"even though I've got a new engine & I can use it, I prefer to sail" - beautiful

[@MinuteBurn]

She is one of the very few 'real' sailors doing content today. Always worth watching.

[@noblsht]

and Sailing Triteia

[@quietjohn5523]

you're like a character out of a Wes Anderson movie-- quirky, self-reliant, loveable

[@crphilipp]

Get rid of key. Replace it with starter button. Put a secret cut out switch in starter circuit. Total cost less than $20. Make sure you can preheat glowplugs too.

[@meofnz2320]

And a stop button because the fuel cutoff seems to be solenoid operated. No glow plugs on the Bukh I believe.

[@speedygonzales9993]

Yes, my thoughts, too.

[@daveg4]

Totally agree on losing the key switch but you need a power switch, kill switch and preheat switch with the Bukh DV 10 or at least the one I deal with. The preheat is a heater in the intake. I have momentary toggle switches for preheat and the kill solenoid.

[@delukxy]

@@daveg4 Plus 1 to all of that. Saves me writing a post. Don't compromise on the switches. Proper marine switches, not cheap Chinese rubbish.

[@speedygonzales9993]

@@ross82 Yes.

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

There is a universal ignition switch,for that motor,and the part number is on the part itself,love your videos, 😊

[@memyselfandi9365]

At 19:11 I love Dans face😅...is that because of all the unmentionables hanging from the roof..

[@BillySBC]

Big respect for this girl, being out on her own in the middle of an ocean and savvy enough to come up with an electro-mechanical solution when she needs it. Her parents trained her well.

[@Dr.Pepper001]

And thanks to the Old Seadog for sending us to her channel.

[@Walleye5469]

It is in her blood. I remember, all those years ago, reading articles written by her parents in either Cruising World or Sail magazine when she was just a baby (articles included photos). She is awesome.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Yeah she never seems to worry about whether or not she can find a solution to any given problem, she just does it. A true MacGyver at heart.

[@JonBuhagiar]

Holly, you are the best! I love watching your adventures. Also thank you Tish!

[@davidsod6800]

Hey Holley, add a clip of Tish at the end, maybe doing something like waving bye, or pulling the last of hair out....lol.... would be cool see who we need to appreciate, for keeping you on tact....

[@corydriver7634]

A replacement ignition switch is a simple and relatively cheap fix. It’s not worth the frustration, just replace it with a toggle switch and a push button start.

[@mmccartney6579]

Ahoy! From a salty, crusty, 78 year old Navy Veteran...that little "triangle thing is called a chock. Fair winds, and following seas, WH. Cheers! :)

[@therokenman2594]

No one would know how to steal your boat...except the 79.5K subscribers!!! ;-)

[@ButterflyMatt]

I love the feeling you get after all the “cruddy old stuff” gets “snarfed off by the motaahhh.”

[@JohnHnsn86]

Big inspiration for those of us still on the dock!

[@captvaghunter]

No kidding I've been fantasizing with these channels to sate me while I fix mine

[@dadzilla007]

Seriously, that switch is a easy fix and not costly.

[@jaydubya4727]

Thanks for introducing Sailor James. I am working through all of his videos like I did through yours and it's a real treat to see both of your videos show up.

[@tomkoopmans1799]

May I suggest - also for other single handed sailors like James - hearing you'll be heading for Vanuatu, to visit Tonga Islands [Vavaú -Ha'apai - Tonga -Eua] - if you can - bcos, when I was there (twice) long time ago this, then almost untouched group of 90+ islands, was one of the highlights on our whole round-the-world adventures. Rajai Ampat, Indonesia is excellent for diving/snorkeling, but probably expensive...Fair winds!

[@jonkwin9620]

Many years ago when I was 10 years old I climbed a Norfolk Pine like the one you showed yourself climbing, the views were really great as it was the tallest tree for many miles around. Also I have the same green pile jacket as you, though mine is mostly worn out and my cat sleeps on it a lot. Safe travels 🙂

[@jefffinlay3477]

Love the geco!I'm jealous of dan!

[@murphmurph2124]

Hail to the Red Bastard, have fun be safe! Need new ignition switch now huh? Lol great idea for the preventer.

[@braithmiller]

Grips of jankey. Kubota knock-off ignition is my choice. A second is planned for the cabin. As is a twin mainsheet, after more money. Get a manual access to the deceleration on the pump. Most have just an electrical solenoid moving to deceleration/ cut-off. The Geck keeps improving halfway around the world.

[@toshihs]

That music had a real Weepies vibe. I like it :)

[@ianmac86]

Holly, you are still awesome in my book. Stay safe and enjoy NZ.

[@jamesclark3119]

Voyage repairs show the ingenuity of the person in charge of the engine space. 30 years ship repair I've seen it all. The Vice Grips were a clever fix. No rush to do a perminate fix as long as the temp works to the next long term port.

[@michaelmiller6062]

Thank you Holly for taking us along on this sweet sweet journey 👍🏼

[@MikeBanks2003]

I put my solar shower on bubble-wrap covered in al-foil on the deck head, and covered it all with clear acetate to keep the wind from cooling it. The water gets so hot one has to dilute it for use.

[@mikenolan7750]

Awesome bad ass MacGyver skills on your ignition work around...Impressive

[@bertieb9510]

Glad you now have a reliable engine. It must make you more relaxed. An ingenious bodge on the ignition but it seems a lot of work just to avoid doing the job properly especially as you already had the ignition switch that came with the engine 🤔

[@DarwinianUniversal]

80,000 subscribers any minute now! yeweee!!! Congrats

[@grahammewburn]

I'd love to sail the Bay of Islands one day. Cheers Gray Brisbane, Australia

[@patrickfalter4487]

Congratulations you have earned a masters degree in cobble joble, keep on cruising kiddo great job

[@tome584]

Very beautiful place. Thank you for letting me see it with you.

[@cycharbormaster7171]

your 'new' windward sheeting end-of-boom system is basically half of Barry's (old sea dog) double-mainsheet system, which has it's own pros and cons .. you could double your system and mimic his, and reserve your mid-boom-sheeting system as a back up.

[@inkydoug]

I had a Mazda years ago that had a vacuum line permanently pinched off with a mini vice grip like that, it was handy, I always knew where a vice grip was if I needed it.

[@TravelinLight303]

As always, I am super impressed with your resourcefulness. Great field repair on the ignition switch!

[@robertcarter3014]

Hey, Just subscribed…been watching James for a while. Now I’m looking forward to seeing more of your content. Be safe out there! ✌️

[@propertymanagement7011]

Thanks Tish!

[@patrickfitzoot]

Do you have a multimeter on board? If not, get one. A basic understanding of 12v circuits would allow you to approach rewiring etc with more confidence . In the case of the ignition switch (really a stop/ start switch) you would see that swapping in an ignitiion switch is basic, and in this simple situation 2 momentary switchs would easily replace the start/stop switch.

[@MarkWYoung-ky4uc]

I swear Captain you could work on anything from a stealth bomber to an Elgin pocket watch. As I've said before, you are living proof that a sailor and a farmer have something in common. Give either of them a problem and they will come up with a solution. You and Dan enjoy yourselves!

[@maartentukker843]

Hi, I just love your channel. It's funny, inspiring and interesting how you bring your dream of sailing the world into reality. The way you solve issues like the key problem is great to watch. Being Self reliant is so important and you are great at it. Keep it going and enjoy the voyage!

[@chuckduzzie8529]

and she is one heck of a mechanic …👍

[@nettles5580]

So glad the engine is working out for you! Also like the creative thinking on the main for a better boom angle, but.... The padeye you are using on the deck is 90 degrees wrong. Yeah yeah, I know, little boat, I'll only use it when it's light air, blah blah blah, but that's really not good Holly. If it lets go you or someone else could really get hurt. If you send me the contact I'll send you a pair of padeyes adaquate for the load which you can mount aft and pependicular to the existing ones (Spin sheet blocks?). I wish I could be a Patreon, but I'm a poor rigger. I do have a lot of parts though, let me hook you up. It's the least I can do.

[@halfmoon48]

Your contraption is really inventive. We have something similar--it's a preventer system that came on a lot of the old Valiant sailboats--and it works great, set up more or less like yours. Love your channel BTW!

[@FlossyRoxx]

Aaaghhh how have I only found your channel now! Aaww I miss Nz a bunch, I was just there sigh!

[@pepelemoko01]

There is you tube videos on how to remove a broken key , and there is a tool called a key extractor, with some WD40 you might be able to get the rusted section out.A locksmith can impression a new key from a blank next time in port.

[@deprivacyofficialpage2927]

The South Island rocks, being as it’s where I live, I can recommend some great places.

[@kenegan7649]

Still a bit of a slow start Holly,. How's your battery?

[@jakekrancic430]

Please repair the ignition the correct way. In an emergency you can drop the vice gripes.

[@Da1AliBi]

That tree climb was scary!

[@JohnSavage1984]

Hi gorgeous, I love watching your adventures. Is it possible to put a polarising filter on you camera? It's a great tool to have in the bag.

[@adamaxe1]

quick thinking Brilliant!

[@tomas5376]

Holly, it should be pretty easy to install a new switch.

[@MichaelHurd-mj4rt]

I love your videos. I've just subscribed to your Patreon 😊

[@DarwinianUniversal]

Just started watching your videos. I'm going to be crossing oceans very soon and your videos are very informative. You're the real deal

[@davidnichols147]

Marvelous, enjoy your Van trip.

[@johnhalligan3155]

You are awesome as are vice grips. Love your postings and in awe of your journey

[@JCGible]

Your amazing young lady. Thank you for your hard work. I look forward to see all your videos.

[@chriswedding1]

Happy for you and new motor.

[@oreilly1237878]

Love your gutsy can do attitude to life and sailing

[@mabyemabyenot]

Cool. Have fun.

[@davidheaslip4413]

Fabulous bit of engineering ,, !!

[@tome584]

Yes, I get afternoon to relax and sell and break out your little JBL speaker and listen to some good music and maybe even that song, the canvas can do miracles enjoy

[@chuckvanderbildt]

Greetings from a jealous person clear on the other side of the planet. Thanks for the videos!

[@Eshhagolesh]

New engine - woohoo 🎉 🎉🎉 super happy for you.

[@johnbeck2797]

You're so much fun! I'm wondering why you didn't put out a stern anchor as well as your primary when you were faced with opposing wind and current.

[@bradpritchett3161]

You are one amazing individual. Keep up the great work and thank you for the entertainment!

[@nickbenfell4327]

Great to see you are in my country!

[@000OOO-sh5tr]

Been watching you for years as I was working saving up to go cruising, I watched this one at anchor :-D Have you tried putting silicone spray or silicone grease into lock cylinders to prevent corrosion? I've had good luck using the spray on padlock cylinders in salty environments but it wasn't on the ocean. Fair winds, Holly and thanks for keeping me motivated all these years!😀

[@milkoberben2963]

I love that system with mainsheet

[@Bob-jz9yk]

That new engine smell. Good job on the switch.

[@DebReed54]

Love your courage and resourcefulness!

[@MikeBanks2003]

When I leave mine, I have a 12 volt dehumidifier I rig up powered by a solar panel, which discharges into the galley sink. When the sun comes up it charges a small battery from a car jump-start kit, and this runs the dehumidifier which draws less than five amps. I remove the main engine start battery and place in storage mode. To do this, I fully charge it, then empty it of its electrolyte and flush out the empty battery with a little distilled water. The electrolyte I keep aside in a proper plastic bottle for the purpose. When I return, I simply refill the battery with its electrolyte, top up if necessary with a little distilled water and give a top up charge, and it is as good as new. A battery may be preserved for years by using this simple ploy. No acid--no sulphation.

[@MaraudersdelMundo]

Thank you for all of the videos. I have enjoyed watching it for quite some time, and as someone who has been in the maritime industry for decades let me say, your resilience and abilities are quite impressive. In all the years I’ve watched this is the only time I’ve ever had any concern for anything that I have seen, and I’m a little worried about attaching what is now your main sheet onto that pad eyeand its ability to sustain and heavy weather just a thought captain . Thanks again you’re awesome .

[@brendanh8978]

Came here to say the same thing. She said she'd tie it off with a preventer, I think, but still. If the strain is left on that padeye and she takes a squall or strong gust, it seems likely it would snap it. I don't want to see shards of metal, that block, or line whipping through her cockpit. She's a smart cookie, though, I'm sure she's thought of all this.

[@johncarr950]

I also admire the capabilities of this young woman and in particular her ability to think outside the box but sometimes a proper fix is better than a jury rig. A main track car system is designed to take the sudden loads of a gybe (upwards of 2 tonnes) where a pad eye is just small bolts through the deck and this system is only for light winds, nothing over 5-6kts. That can only be used with a preventer and monitoring the weather conditions (and I’m not trying to tell you how to suck eggs 🤣) as the sea has no mercy for the unwary. Enjoy NZ and I think you’re next leg up to Vanuatu which is a nice place to visit and you’ll find a quaint French influence as well. I bid you fair winds and safe sailing dear 👍👍🤩🤩

[@MarthaDurham-q4x]

Have to admit, listening to your engine start, reminded me of Bert and I and the Bluebird.

[@onwards4944]

Well, I got her started

[@KurtVFX]

You probably heard it a million times from the locals but you picked the wrong summer to visit NZ. It felt like we only had 2 weeks of good weather.

[@rollinrock6696]

Drought due next summer!

[@sailingarista]

Awesome job on the engine! 🎉❤

[@geneberry7114]

Oh to be able to go buddy boating with Wind Hippie : )

[@lifesahobby]

I use an oscillator to trace wires. . It has clios to clip onto each wire , sends sound down tge wire and cones with a listening wand .

[@JRobertson-w1o]

That engine start workaround is a bit squirrely, so I wouldn't depend on it for very long.

[@Sharpiesailor31]

Yeah, the Kite gear is in the van! Hope you find amazing places to go kiting and have an epic time. Be safe! I just kited over 50nm over two days back here in sunny FL. Love this sport!

[@toastedsandwich2474]

Omg get down from that tree! 🤣

[@SamuelKTennis]

Thank you Holly, Best wishes, I hope your 'walk about' was good.

[@markl1604]

Enjoy the shaky island. Safe river anchorage. Should be smoking volcanoes. Train on s Island nice. Rotarua thermal pools, Queenstown was very memorable.

[@peterwhite7252]

So pleased you got a new motor Holly . 🙂

[@sydhardie9339]

Just in case you weren't aware....You are a very talented woman ! 👍🇦🇺

[@thomassackett4091]

i love the wrap up talk...

[@Guevara1015]

Could you glue/weld a little metal bar or wooden strip on the end of the ignition so you can push it in and twist it at the same time? Eventually you'll need to replace it but it might make it more convenient in the meanwhile :)

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

It looks like you got an awesome deal on the engine. I was just looking at similar models and they seem to go for over $3k.

[@alanabroad3471]

The guy at 19:11 looks exactly like me! Have I got a doppelganger?

[@holodeckdragon8876]

Happpy trails on land.

[@tanioraaura1274]

Dans a seman i take it, Guessing his bags are empty ,unpacked in the van ready and waiting for your company 😂 Cool voyage, you two.

[@vanessavandervalk1084]

Love your update Holly 😍🙌

[@ianleithhead]

Are you coming to Australia? Big Place, can't miss it.

[@guenther1]

Hi Holly. I would make sure to keep the vice grips hanging straight down/vertically - less likely for it to turn accidentally to start or off. Keep on keepin on. Cheers.

[@Unsound-Engineer]

Def put in new ignition. Thanks for vid 🙂

[@co_dy_be_st]

Your sailing has inspired me, im working on getting my CANSAIL 1 this year in June with the hope of sailing down to the bahamas and caribbean in the next couple of years once I complete CANSAIL and get enough experience with sailing the great lakes.

[@cowsjohnson2306]

This going g to be interesting to see you get your land legs back . Looking forward to the next 2.months . Angus .

[@garganega]

Was all that really easier than wiring in the factory switch?

[@bryancohn9406]

I was thinking the same. Those switches are simple, you just transfer one wire or bunch of wires at a time to the new switch. Take a couple photos of the original switch with everything wired and use the photo for reference. The amount of time spent with a metal saw had to exceed how long it’d take to transfer a dozen (or less) wires. Baffling……

[@mattottie6410]

Do sailors still use ssb radio, i don't seem to see them any longer, and great video , looks like much fun ....

[@josefavusoniua7942]

love you from fulaga you are a genius

[@sailingsheriff3349]

Have you thought of a flat head screwdriver pushed into the slot ?