DIY Boat MODIFICATIONS: Bathroom, Kitchen, Mattresses, Water Maker, and MORE | ep.25

[@winstonzeb2842]

As an engineer at a yacht company and a hobbyist builder/handyman, its such a joy to watch content from someone that really knows how to design & build creatively and correctly 😂 Most channels have me constantly thinking of how I would do their build process differently, but you’re one of the few thats at an expert level! Keep up the awesome content!

[@roydagger]

Don't get t carried away with yourself. I doubt you're an expert. Sascha is my expert.

[@kappaiota5105]

@@roydagger -- you gotta earn it bro! Some day you will level up!

[@montymontano8618]

RAF’s ability to fit pieces so precisely continues to amaze me. Surprised he didn’t build a boat from scratch. It would have been a gem.

[@dmitripogosian5084]

Building a fiberglass boat is kind of opposite to fitting the pieces precisely :) Not that he would not manage it.

[@kappaiota5105]

Building a boat from _scratch?_ Yes, that may have even been *easier!* lol, j/k - BOATS are always and lot of work and money - AFTER you buy it - more so for the _cheap_ ones!

[@redbaronfpv8555]

Man im 53 years old with lots of health problems and i just wont to say for the past months i have watch this channel every morning and it gives me so much motivation to push myself and get things done. Thank you for being YOU.

[@andywylie]

Fellow cabinet maker here from Australia, Loving this journey so much. Raf you're killing it, love your problem solving and creativness. The comment you made in a previous episode about how many people said you are way beyond your limits with this boat stuck out to me. SO NOT TRUE. You and Sasha are going to conquer the world, together you will find a way to do anything!

[@kptbillburkett8735]

Hmmm!? Haven't seen anything in two weeks. Are ya'll ok out there? Ok until next time, Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii!

[@bkozlo09]

You two are quickly becoming my favorite KZbin sailing channel ...

[@ryanmiller6887]

Man I love this channel, Top tier editing, happy music, good vibes, great chemistry, and no nonsense know how!!! Clearly the Number 1 Sailiing channel on KZbin!

[@MikeB-gf6dj]

I concur. 😎🇳🇿

[@danateel]

Well said Ryan, my thoughts exactly.

[@jclements65]

Sasha is every sailor’s dream❤

[@Tripl3play]

Really enjoy the channel! Tim & Lisa

[@J0EYbagaDONUTS]

You're quickly becoming my favorite KZbin channel . You two have done so much work in what seems like a short time ( I'm sure it don't seem short to you ) The boat looks great . With Raffs knowledge and Sasha's drive you two will be cruising the high seas in no time . I love everything you done so far and I know you will be the envy of everyone at any anchorage you enter

[@roydagger]

This is one of Sascha's best videos. The guy did okay too.

[@seriouskite]

what Guy ? oh yeah Cap. Raffie! Killing it now going Solar!/ Eff to the YESSsss

[@nategehl4506]

I can feel your excitement building as you get closer to launching. That in-sink spigot for the watermaker is a perfect solution and looks like OEM. Keep it up!

[@SpearItAnimal]

Looking forward to getting back out there 🤙🏼

[@deanc24]

You guys are the next hot channel for sailing couples. You are knocking it out of the park. Its been stagnant lately for something new in the sailing channel genre. And you guys are it. I watched La Vagabond from the beginning, and you are following their path of success. Too bad Clearwater isn't closer to Ft. Lauderdale - or I would be there offering to help. Keep it up! Love the channel.

[@scottstarr700]

Agreed!!

[@jphomes82]

i'm impressed with Raf's ability.

[@joelnoble329]

That's awesome seeing Bobby on your boat here, and seeing him wearing the Spear-it Animal hat on his channel!

[@matthewfurney8095]

It's hard these days to add new sailing channels to the weekly watchlist. But I'm really enjoying the channel, its great to see a new boat with excellent episodes come into my weekly rotation. The boat looks beautiful. I can't wait to follow the adventures!

[@dalltm]

We love our battle Born batteries and gear! The customer service is the best in the marine industry! We have used BB products since 2018 on our 47' cat as we sailed from Florida around the South Pacific and are currently at New Caledonia.

[@JosephTMeiroseIV]

You guys have quickly turned into mine and my wife's fav "liveaboard sailboat couple". We love watching your updates and wish you two fair winds and following seas! Keep churning out the authentic and fun content. BIG fans!

[@rileybri]

Oh man getting so close. Doesn't make it any less exciting knowing you have already started your adventure.

[@karllewis735]

I'm repeating myself, (but comments help, right?), you kids are hitting this OUT OF THE PARK! That looks so good! I love your attitudes, and I love your results.

[@josephhughes2651]

Other boat-tubers (won't get specific) have over grown their original humble beginnings. It's nice to see you guys working hard and doing it yourself. Stay humble when your channel blows up and you guys are in the millions of subscribers!

[@generossano2800]

Anyone just looking at Spirit Animal would think that you two were custom sailboat builders. She is looking absolutely super ! ! !

[@jc9301]

Raffs craftmanship is excellent.

[@mr.potter9426]

In my 47 years of Carpentry, you young man are one hellava Carpenter,your attention to measurements and explaining your details is very impressive, your "Carpenter math" and smartass humor is off the charts...lol, and you probably have one of the best Carpenter's helpers I've seen,you have had me laughing in every video with y'alls humor, great job all the way around, looking forward to see the next video,I'm here for the whole journey now too 🙌🏻🍻

[@skycop56]

I am totally blown away! You guys are amazing in so many ways. The ingenuity and engineering as well as the craftsmanship is the best I’ve ever seen on KZbin. Plus….so many pluses, you two make a fabulous team and are so enjoyable to watch. The video production is top notch. I see great things ahead for your channel. Wish I was younger and could join you!

[@dkhoupt7205]

Can’t wait for the custom canopy that holds all that solar!

[@nea273]

9:10 keep her a line. 🤣🤣🤣 You sense of humor is good. Keep it up!

[@davidkettell6236]

Yellow is most definitely your color Sascha, you just glow in it.

[@JimWalkerMusic]

Sure, Sasha is smart, hard working and cute as can be... Best of all she's funny and has a great sense of humor! Raff, you are a lucky man bro! Keep on keepin' on! JW

[@gordonclark1711]

It is so refreshing to see two people enjoying everything they do and it is always done so professionally. Have you ever thought about flipping boats to raise extra cash? I think you two could make a fortune.

[@ballomni]

A plastic salt water strainer with again a tee, too ball valve to pressure fresh water, let’s you screen incoming salt water, backwash the intake too the toilets, the lay them up with fresh water which is better for the electric pump.. Also in the tropics when you have too keep the black water, better too run that on the fresh water, I throw in the BlueBio packs that RV’s use keep the head smelling nice. Also makes the pump out better.

[@SpearItAnimal]

Funny you say that, we have already purchased a T-valve so that we can swap between salt and fresh just like you're saying! good advice for anyone else who's reading the comments 🤙🏼

[@tankdog03ify]

Problem solving is rhe funniest thing, especially with a life partner... u guys make a great couple

[@SavageNitemare]

I am so glad I stumbled upon this channel. I am absolutely obsessed with yalls journey. Let it be known, right now you have 85K subs so I cant wait to watch you guys grown this channel to over 1 mill... Its going to happen, you guys are on point with your footage, editing and content... Top notch channel for sure... Love watching and waiting for the next episode... This could be a tv show... Safe travels...

[@IU-Uber]

Penny and Dingo and EVA!!! This is my first video of yours' I have watched, won't be the last. Nice job

[@patrickgreen2361]

I’m subscribed to over 200 channels. Yours is NUMBER ONE! I get so excited each week. The chemistry, the down to earthness. Love it.

[@incognitopharaoh1778]

Cheers to the Editor's ♥️

[@incognitopharaoh1778]

😎😉🤣

[@incognitopharaoh1778]

Stay Safe

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

Serious Raff that was a nice gesture for Sasha! Suggestion accepted! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@SailingwithScott]

Becoming one of the BEST KZbin Sailing Channels around the planet! Hello?

[@ST-xx9rt]

Beauty and the beast. Thanks for including your screw-ups and their repairs. Makes you relatable and helps me not look so incredibly bad at remodeling/repairing stuff.

[@markrabone6584]

It’s more than a sailing channel- it’s a learning hub. Inspiring and loving it

[@CarlosRuivo]

Always Good to Watch your Videos. #1 Sailing Channel in 2023.

[@steve1889]

I recently discovered this channel and have really enjoyed the renovation. The chemistry between raf and Sasha is fun to watch. I’m inspired by how obsessed raf is with the quality of the work he does. Good job.

[@danieljones9884]

You are my wife's favorite here on the tube!! But it's been 2 weeks!! Where are you at!

[@peterjames1596]

Just want you to know that I’m binge watching your show. I love it. Very interesting. I like the level of detail as I’m a Journeyman carpenter and love boats. Raff, you are a very talented guy. I’m impressed. Sascha, I could watch you all day. You’re also very talented and your enthusiasm is wonderful- and you’re VERY easy on the eyes. Keep up the good work.

[@rayb3117]

I love the way you explain everything with all the excitement of watching a car crash on the freeway. Hahahaha...anyway...great channel and I cant wait to see the lithium install...should be interesting and ohhhh the commentary

[@davekragness4725]

...or...keep your liquor too warm?? 🤔 I guess that is what ice is for!! Ha! Definitely a good mod to keep that compressor cool.

[@tomwilliams8675]

The little fans are a great idea.

[@Tomc8030]

I went back to episode 1 and started watching and it’s crazy watching the numbers of subscribers and hits grow lol and the commercials and you guys advertising products! Congratulations, you guys deserve any and every good thing coming your way.

[@amyllbs]

Do I ever want to quit my job and sail around the world? Heck YA! Oh my gosh, how do I say this without being rude? Let’s start with the bread of the sandwich…. You guys have a great thing going! You have a beautiful, fresh, new, romantic story that we are all waiting to see unfold (Three episodes of the floors were a bit much, considering the delay of postings). “Next Week” may still be next week but not if it’s a Monday vs Friday. Raff has some amazing carpenter skills, and I’m ok with calling it a “kitchen” vs galley. I love watching his creativity unfold. Sasha is a beautiful, well educated young woman who’s laughter fills the air with warmth. Here’s my Dilemma ……. You guys have a ROCKING show with EXCELLENT content creation but you are lacking two things: Commitment and the BIGGEST, CONSISTENCY!!! I remember watching “Friends” every Thursday night, eight p.m. SHARP! Fast forward to 2023 and even Sailing Zatara has a freaking BRAND NEW vid EVERY Thursday WITOUT FAIL. I watch other sailing “Committed” channels that have OVER DOUBLE subs than this channel that are less creative. HINT: THEY ARE CONSISTENT. (Numbers don’t lie) It’s so frustrating to get attached to such a beautiful journey only to be let down with the inconsistency. I’m just being honest here. After all, how are you going to pay off that big loan? I, myself, really don’t want to invest in something that is not invested in my time and my wallet. It’s just part of vid life. And, not to mention, this has been filmed WAYYYY in advance according to their intro, nine months to be exact, so it’s really just editing that needs to take place. I’m just a really HUGE and frustrated fan. I’d be more willing to commit if you are. I pray that this constructive criticism finds you well and that it is only meant for your benefit. God bless.

[@SpearItAnimal]

Appreciate the thought out comment but we can assure you commitment is not something we lack…we edit Monday through Sunday no days off. We are trying to post weekly however most of these episodes start out as 20-30 HOURS of footage that we have to turn into 20-30 MINUTES. On top of cutting them down we have to make it both entertaining and informative. From the comments we receive everyone loves our videos and always wants more, longer, etc…Hopefully the quality of our videos speak for our commitment. We will be on a weekly schedule once we’re caught up to real-time in October! Please bare with us until then, we’re killing ourselves over here!

[@amyllbs]

God Bless you. Thank you for your response. Please understand that I’m simply a HUGE FAN, enjoy your content and I think that you guys could really be something special. I’ve had my own KZbin channel, so I realize all of the content and editing that is involved. I really wish you guys nothing more than the best and really want to see you succeed! You guys are so much better than what you think. Your subs should be much higher given your talent. I’m praying for y’all. God Bless.

[@jbird73]

Battleborn hooked it up!!!! Yeeeeew!!! So stoked for yall. Boat is looking sweet!!

[@rolandtb3]

Do it right cause you do it twice. Great job with the heads and stove/fryer air circulation modifications.

[@danratsnapnames]

OMG, a personalized Quit message, NOW THAT IS A WINNER! i'm totally going to save this, i cant wait to have you guys make my quit message for me.. its going to be EPIC!

[@richg59]

Nice tease on the new batteries, can't wait to seem them installed!!

[@SpearItAnimal]

Next week is going to be a big episode, we can’t wait to share the install 🍾

[@Movieman1965]

Painting the ceiling of the salon area white was great to maximize lighting/brightness.

[@Czech_Mate704]

Your boat is nicer than my house! Looking good.

[@markdemedeiros3239]

You two are now my most favorite video series......A HUGE FAN.

[@ST-xx9rt]

I'm such a dork that ive watched this 2-1/2 times. Can't stop troubleshooting, redesigning along with you. I drive my family crazy with my "custom" designs. They ask, why not do it like everyone else? "F**k everyone else this is mine". Told my kids from day one 🐝 your own person. Loved the wisdom tooth bit. Looked like it was from a MMA match to help pay the bills. Only needed an eye patch for the pirate princess 😜

[@svtinker]

I love the color you picked for the hull but the interior is becoming a masterpiece.

[@Tunnelrat6666]

That mermaid look very much like Sasch hey. Still the number 1 Sailing channel on KZbin even if you no longer tell us. Keep the great vids coming.

[@jamesyahn]

my favorite boating youtube channel for all the building and adventures and of course Sasha’s outfit choices!!

[@rhett4027]

Awesome 2 hour modification to open up the hull and impress everyone

[@DougVarble]

13:42 metal shavings in the silverware and sink🎉 creative solution 🎉

[@Movieman1965]

Raf! The amazing problem solver! I love your ingenuity, brother! I design things all day. Finding solutions to problems is all part of the job. Raf, you are the man with the answers! Sascha is cool too.

[@randyklein1336]

Great job. Just make sure you keep drinking enough so the area behind the fridge is not packed too tight with bottles. Got to keep the air and vide flowing.

[@Aceonknives]

Great fab job on the sink overflow!

[@eclwallart8398]

Very talented couple. Really enjoyed your videos. Having spent a lot of time in bed because if a growing brain tumour it’s so nice to see you guys pushing the limits to get your boat ready. Keep them coming. N

[@Ghost_Recon_Actual]

Well, we all can see what you can do for $$$ while in ports all over the world...fix issues with their sailboats. I am a recent follower and can't believe my luck finding your channel. Thanks for showing the details of what you're doing to build an extremely functional and comfortable blue ocean yacht.

[@MesaperProductions]

Sasha is the cutest chipmunk evah!

[@johnroux4919]

Lime green and white is my new fav color combination. Great work you guys! Very inspiring!

[@leevandyke8524]

Of all the people I’ve watched on, KZbin you two should write a book on how to re-have a boat. I’ve looked at many videos, but yours it’s been the most interesting and well thought out, including those mistakes which were well thought out and fixed properly. My biggest fear in the middle of the ocean is fire, or hitting a floating container, putting a big hole in the side of your boat. PS I saw that the movie with Robert Redford. but you guys have made mistakes and picked up on it to make the fixes proper. As an old man, sailor, I am very proud of you too.

[@2Moza]

Just a tip when you drill holes in your boat put a drill stop on the drill bit so the drill bit does not go all the way into the hole that your drilling just use a bit of plastic tube that goes over the drill bit and just allows the tip of the drill to do the cutting of the hole . lol

[@lowcrawl73]

I'm leaning more and more to buying the yacht I've seen on the market every time I watch your videos... now if only I can convince the wife...

[@drewr34skyline18]

Awww yea, really coming together now. Must be a great feeling of accomplishment. 👌👌👌⛵👌⛵👌⛵💪

[@paul_gradenwitz]

Take the largest pan you can imagine to use on that gimbal stove. Have the least weight you can imagine in the oven. Then fill that pan with water and see how it will swing. Water will stay horizontal, so when you swing the gimbal the water will go to the side that moves down. You want a stiff swing so that you have good stability for your pot. With poor stability the gimbal could even topple over in the harbour. Make that test and if needed add weight at the bottom.

[@SpearItAnimal]

It passed that test with flying colors 🤘🏼

[@paul_gradenwitz]

Then you will not have that hot pasta flipping over you in the middle of a heavy squall. Great!

[@williamhansen5498]

Two Beautiful people and I mean Beautiful with a whole lot of Will and Talent and Vision who also have Great Personalities. Safe travels and joy as your sail into your Dreams.

[@JoeB1207]

I see you too were given Precision sails. I am betting EE was flying the same sails. Now, so far I haven’t seen any TV on your channel. Good Luck

[@alanjones9534]

You guys are the greatest! You both have great common sense in fixing problems! Keep up the good work!

[@Racerman27410]

Comment for the algorithm to chew on and another compliment for functional problem solving and awesome custom aesthetics. She sure is one of a kind !

[@rossmain4142]

The big girl is looking sweet, love your fix ups and that you have showed them, a great lesson for everyone, looking forward to next week. Cheers

[@djkmark]

Finally! 2 episodes a week!

[@josephwilliamson1489]

You guys are doing such a fantastic job

[@Corrvision]

Another great video, your editing story telling is captivating, the building tips you are share with everyone are priceless!

[@FrankGehann]

Very inspiring work. The talent alone involved speaks volumes and ontop of that all the hard work you put into it!

[@mugzie18]

That overflow solution you came up with was genius. And looks great!

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Aww I'm bummed I didn't get to see Sascha do some sewing. You guys have that nice Sailrite machine, don't you?

[@bryanhutto8832]

This is by far the best and funniest sailing channel. I love looking at the progress and it is amazing.

[@nickkanakis6776]

Your videos are must watch every week. Best of luck, safe travels and fair winds. Greets from beautiful sunny Crete GR. There's always going to be a few cold ones waiting for you on this side of the pond. Cheers

[@brucespangler4566]

You guys are GREAT and you will be even be GREATER when you adventure out into the world. Watch out world, here they come!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@di3352]

Awesome achievement, I'm really happy for you both. :) As usual, watching from Queensland, Australia. :)

[@SpearItAnimal]

Thanks so much!

[@ksmit0111]

Thanks!

[@mikeschneider8574]

Guys, hurry the heck up with these videos. Seriously can’t wait a week for the next one 😂🍻

[@saskiastemmett8332]

Loving following your boat upgrades. You guys are legends. Keep living the dream.

[@juniorcobb5162]

I'm late to y'alls channel but I'm groov'en on y'alls vibe. The layout of what you're slamming down. Yep it's like peanutbutter & jelly side of milk

[@aldrindelacruz6198]

Hi there I'm one of the fans of Evans and I'm very grateful to watch you with them last episode, i was amazingly surprised how u convert your galley into a beautiful kitchen, every single detail is totally organized which u wont see in every boat. I am a handy man too, but you are good, your design was absolutely a showcase the idea is very cool, i hope to see u again with Evans, and please tell sha-sha to get well soon the small mark of her face still there, coz all i can say is she is cute like Jade but she looks better without it, i mean the dark mark in her left chik, ❤ keep it up your doing great with your boat👍👍

[@brenttyers5440]

You two are doing an amazing job since finding your channel I can't stop watching I love your videos, best of luck on your travels I know they will be fantastic.

[@nickcooper14]

Awsome work guys, so glad Battleborn hooked you up>

[@NoSleepTilGitmo]

Wow, so great to see all the progress you two, keep up the great work!

[@CopyCatGarage]

Fun to live vicariously through you two.I just have one question... If draining into the sink was so the water can go down the the waste water drain I am sure you could have achieved the same result with an under sink attachment like what is used to connect a Dishwasher to the drain and that way you wouldn't mess with the integrity of the sink... But it's easy to give advice after the fact. I do have to say you humility and willingness to admit when you make a mistake is refreshing.

[@SpearItAnimal]

Haha thanks, and yes you’re right but we wanted to see the flow and also have the ability to get our nose close enough to smell it so we know when it’s clean enough to switch over to the tanks. I’m sure straight to the line would work as well, we pretty much let it run for a couple minutes and switch it over anyways

[@CopyCatGarage]

@@SpearItAnimal I am jealous, I have to say. I wish was on a similar adventure... who knows, once my baby girl (16) graduates and is off becoming a veterinarian my sweet wife will become adventurous enough that we would be able to take to the sea for a couple years. It may just be wishful thinking as I have been a land lover most my life. Allthat to say I really admire the two of you. getting it done while you're young.😁

[@mikemeazell5653]

I cant let my wife watch anymore Raff your killing me and killin it.

[@StDoDo319]

Hello, you are cool, bright couple. Please continue. Usually I am not spending time for the KZbin, but….like what you are doing and your personality. I have a sailing boat also and know exactly how complicated to do a boat job. Hope to see you one day in the ocean. The world is not a big enough 😵‍💫