Do All Boats Have THIS Problem? | Boat Life Ep. 33

[@WildWeRoam]

This was definitely a tough one! We tried to blur as much as possible but maybe don’t eat lunch while watching this? Thanks so much for watching and commenting, we really appreciate all the positive support ; ) ---- Lou

[@abby5419]

Just started this video and I'm eating a bagel.. should I stop? hahaha

[@lorithomasscott349]

bahaha i sat down with my brownie and tea (as is my tuesday tradition) to watch and was like... uu maybe better to eat the brownie first!

[@michellegaeb2291]

just a thought,,, how about a homemade compost toilet so u don’t have a black tank?

[@OneDawn4All]

You 2 are AMAZING!! I feel super spoiled after watching this one! Dana, I wish I had your verve & bravery!! Love you guys!! 🥰

[@designdoctor247]

The last shot of you guys enjoying a meal together in that minimalist room. Aaaahhhh sooooo restful 😃

[@richhamel6810]

So in looking at your project, it occured to me that for the maybe a little more or the same amount of money you could have purchased a composting toilet and would not have to deal this anymore. People really like their composting heads and there's no smell. Plus by getting rid of your marine toilet you could get rid of one or more through hull(s) and the the holding tank, thus giving you some extra storage space. More and more areas in the US are becoming NDZ ( no discharge zones) and you won't have to deal with pump outs anymore. Just a thought.

[@ps4peace]

This episode reminded me of Sailing Soulianis when they pulled out their tanks, etc. & chose to go with the Natures Head.

[@JP-NL]

Getting the dirtiest job done first, well done! I really liked the music in this video. Please keep it coming. Greetings from across the pond👋

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much, J P!! So glad you liked it 😊 Sending warmest greetings back! ❤️

[@bubblegumbxtchh]

I agree. The music in their videos is always really nice and fits the theme of their videos well. It’s definitely a part of the reason why I watch.

[@neenah7376]

I hope and pray for the day you will make a cookbook.

[@LittlestWave]

A mini cookbook comes with their ebook!

[@pattyr6446]

Funny, only the two of you could make fixing a head uplifting and leave the viewer smiling. Looking forward to seeing what else is going to get fixed on the winter bill series.

[@emily3764]

Curious as to why not go with a composting toilet set up? Also I LOVE your positive energy as a couple, and how you both encourage and cheer each other on.

[@robinprice6879]

You two seem like quite wonderful humans. Always refreshing to watch. I was wondering if you find it difficult to cut loose with rent money after years of not having to pay rent.

[@janelleg.8521]

I love how you two work together :)

[@ailisherskine1983]

Dana, could you post your recipe to the cookies you made? They look delicious!!!

[@pukahart]

Pleeeeease ☺️🤤🙏🏻

[@moreynolds9870]

Yes please. Me too! X

[@8537able]

I would also appreciate to know your recipe. Thanks and congratulations for your video. Very interessting.

[@rialynnnn]

if it's the recipe I'm thinking of, it's in their cookbook! and it's delicious!

[@Mamame4]

We learned to use a tank deodorizer and digester (we used Digest-It) each time we do #2. We just put in about a capful (maybe a 1/2 oz? In the bowl before we flush. It works great!

[@pavloscastro9601]

here in Greece, its custom to have a basil plant in ur boat, which absorbs sm of the smells.

[@danbradley1943]

The Japanese use a strong hydrogen peroxide for cleaning the onsen and getting rid of mold and smells. If you get a high percentage hydrogen peroxide and put some into a squirt bottle it may help with upkeep.

[@IrregularPineapples]

I recommend you do double clamps on every part of the tube, not just one a few. Worth the investment for sure. Good job so far!

[@marcigoldade6477]

Oh my gosh PLEASE bring back the film content!! I absolutely loved that period of your channel!!

[@jc142]

I know this is a very common experience amongst people who watch Wild We Roam videos but I just did a hearty laugh when I realised that I was watching a video about fixing a toilet while I ate my lunch, not fully understanding all the steps that were taking place, but really enjoying myself :) Thanks again Wild We Roam :)

[@zoesdad961]

As someone mentioned below, you cannot pump out less than 3 miles off shore. When you put the boat in the water, the water cops will check the valve. If it is not locked closed, you will get a serious fine. Maryland is really strict with south bound boats and do a lot of "safety checks". You can use a keyed lock, a wire tie or just wire. I hate using 5200 on those joints. You will get a clog at some point. Use a heat gun to break down the 5200 to release it. I just double clamp, one in each direction. If I ever got another boat, I would go composting. I had a Wilcox Crittenden ( the M-Benz of heads). After a couple rebuilds I swore I would just get the cheapie Jabsco and throw it away when it needed a rebuild and get another.

[@zoesdad961]

Forgot to add- if you use a heat gun on that white tubing, be careful not to heat too much, it melts the clear plastic liner on the inside.

[@Scottoh23]

Don’t forget to replace the intake water hose from the overboard seacock that supplies sea water to the toilet. Also make sure that you replace the hose for the deck mounted pump out very important as that hose also supplies a lot of the odors that you’ll find.

[@autoculto7629]

Have you considered a composting toilet ? They seem to be getting quite popular on boats now

[@xroadventure9348]

yo! this is so fun! we laughed a lot, dealing with plumbing in a small space can be horrible but with an attitude like you guys, anything can be fun

[@xroadventure9348]

send that recipe our way, that dinner looked so good !

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

Nice work on the plumbing for the head. I hope it clears the air on the boat.

[@debbiedoucet4675]

You both are just so very real!! I Love watching your videos

[@loricapps3630]

I loved this episode! You guys ticked all the boxes with narrative, editing, music, etc. It was fun to watch, informative, and beautifully shot.

[@Inamorata.367]

We got tired of the smell, did our research and went with the Airhead.You will never get rid of the waste odor as long as the are hoses and a holding tank.The compost toilet may not be for everyone but we would never go back.To us it was a no brainier.Now our home smells fresh and clean.

[@tyhbvft1218]

"It was an impulse buy, but i do not regret it" i love it sasdasfafds definitely made me think i might need one in the future

[@andreasweber5638]

Bildge, Head plumbing ( plastered with pre-owners-number-twos ), Diesel engine . Accumulated a very unique “wild funk” that makes boat owning so much fun. Get some new plumbing, new holding tank etc. and you’ll be fine, until it starts again. Heater helps against condensation and mould ( another funk ) and new seals on windows and hatches keep the environment outside. Mostly. If you don’t like d.i.y. , run away 😂

[@mercedesrodriguez9991]

"Little Bear?" ❤️❤️ My sister makes up nicknames like that. Absolutely love you guys! So happy you got winter home to work on boat. You've made such AMAZING improvements! I'm very, very happy for you, that after that hard work day, you go to comfy cozy home use dishwasher cook relax and study, study, study..if I knew Lou and you'll be navigating by the stars pretty soon!

[@Drizzel99]

The lighting is excellent because of the foil! Looks super nice on video haha

[@mikakari9498]

You might want to add a filter on the vent. Also make sure that holding tank vent is open and leads outside.

[@slugsgomoo]

Filter on the holding tank vent makes it so much nicer for neighbors downwind (or yourself if the wind is still). Nothing like a tank belching stinky every there's a flush!

[@leles5959]

I can literally feel this beautiful connection you guys have through the videos ☺️💕

[@marielvanhees9531]

My son age three, laughed when you said "heavy duty." "Cause it's poop! " As he laughed.

[@designdoctor247]

Best comment award 🏆

[@sonyamcrae-mercer1422]

Apparently your son and I have the same sense of humor because I laughed too but, i'm in my 40's! 😆

[@tafseer3990]

Being 24 I said the same exact thing when Lou said “heavy duty”

[@pawlet]

🤣😂🤣

[@Chabink]

Hey Hey! Good Vibe Tribe! Smiles even when dealing with shit! Love you guys, so much!

[@blueslin3916]

my week is so much better with these videos!! i love seeing you guys growing up and making all of this proyects!

[@Mylifelovingit]

Glad to see you double clamped the pipes

[@jolly9872]

Beautiful beginning of the video! Nicely filmed and lovely music. I am so proud of you having done this stinky but necessary job. You will be so happy when the toilet situation is working as it should while sailing the waters! 🙂 Well done! And yes, you are a good team! 👩🏽‍🤝‍👨🏼 Lots of love 💜🧡💚💙💛

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, Jolly, this comment made me smile so hard!! Sending lots of love over to you, too! ❤️😊

[@wladia.fiodorowna]

Love the preparation time lapse, music, shots- great job🌿💃🏻🍒 I’ve totally stated a little head dance 😂

[@mer1l1n]

Great video guys, it's always great to see you how this projects makes you two happy and smile all the time! :)

[@valbaker2463]

Yes all boats have challenges with smells! Takes work and regular attention to keep the smells at bay. By the way cushion foam fabrics and any wood that has been damped absorbs odor. Sunlight and air helps but sometimes you have to just replace it. Doing boat work near home base is so so much easier than on the hook or when you are cruising. Great decision to stay shore until you complete the essentials!!

[@kimwomble9719]

In our RV tank, they make stuff to clean and keep the smells out...just pour in and soak....drain out. 😉

[@loripeterson2009]

Happy Camper mixed with Dawn and Calgon works wonders!

[@stony7827]

4:30 Dana, you are not alone with this "nice" work :-)

[@brunomulkay9121]

Nice job ! (Just my 5 cents : You should use 2 jubilee clip especially for those under the waterline)

[@pahooper99]

Another beautiful vlog. I really felt sorry for Dana going first in the big 💩dismantle project. Wow you guys are brave tackling that job. Well done 👍

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much, Paul!! We are so glad this particular job is done, ha! 😄

[@davidcannamela]

We have had airheads in all our boats this current one had two heads so we kept the aft a marine marine head but it’s never used it’s now the cat’s bedroom. We will never go back to a marine head again lol!! Have fun!!

[@rays.5800]

Nice job! on your final wrap up I noticed that you only used one hose clamp on a lot of your connections you might want to add one so you have two at each joint. A holding tank Bio treatment to the system a few days before haul out and a couple of full flushes to the system will make the next job more pleasant. Keep up the good work.

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much for these tips, Ray!! We really appreciate it and are so thankful for the sailing community watching out for us with seasoned words of advice 😊

[@Hannah-fe6bo]

Yay I woke up to a new video on my birthday 🎁 thank you guys!! Another great vid as always

[@FinneKnits]

I'm so, so, so excited to see what you'll do with Penelope and where you'll take her * - *

[@womackke]

All 5200 will be a pain in the future but might help with the smell now.... also when double hose clamping cock them at different positions so the screw portions don't line up. Will get a better seal

[@tmonkeypunch]

These are the kind of videos that I'm strangely excited for. Well done you two!

[@WildWeRoam]

Ha, so glad to hear it! Thank you 😄

[@CaptRon817]

Oh the joys of boat ownership!! If i may suggest, once finished, add some fresh water, rv antifreeze and holding tank chemicals to get you to launch. Once launched, head to the pump out and do that several times flushing with fresh water. This is a well made go anywhere boat so enjoy!!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks, Captain Ron!! That is definitely sound advice! And after this wee adventure, we will definitely remember it for next time... 😊

[@k.pep.1253]

I would really like to have the beige cozy sweater with the higher neck. I’m a sucker for cozy.

[@markvigers6307]

Pentax 67! serious camera envy! enjoy using it :)

[@briancostello]

Putting 5200 or 4000 on the hose barbs is done in some factory new boats. So while taking it apart later will be a pain. That “should” not be an issue for 5-10 years! Question, watching you hook up the macerator, looked like the hose from the tank to the pump was located on top? Of the holding tank? Is there a pipe inside the tank going down to the bottom? There better be or you will never get that tank empty with the macerator pump! X2 on the advise to fill with fresh water and pump out your holding tank to “flush” it. Works wonders. (Life long boater. Current boat is a 34’ Mainship. located in Boston (not to far away from you two)

[@cooldy1]

Advice from a former sailor next to me after seeing your video : 'use a bucket and pipes will stop leaking ;), always cool to have working toilets in case of bad waether but when you live on boat in warmer countries you quickly understand the bucket is the easier solution'

[@olivierorban787]

Nice job done. Why not a dry toilet?

[@MrA1582000]

Just did this on the boat. Broke the head down and cleaned with hydrochloric acid, all new hoses (trident hose), new y valve just like you have. Hadn’t done it in 4 years and it was amazing how much calcium build up there was. Important is to really flush even when just do #1 so don’t leave any sewerage in the hoses. Also think as live aboard need to do more frequently. I plan on doing HCL acid every other month. Had the same hose you used and it was really great never had any smell at all. What was the white stuff you used when putting in the hoses?

[@missprettyonabudget]

Hi Dana and Lou, As I was doing my afternoon walk and collecting vitamin D from the outside there was not a better company but to watch your new video! Wow you two, well done 🌷🌷🌷look at how much progress you have made for those two days on Penelope yaay!!!I am genuinely happy for you two! It looks and I am sure smells much better. We are having a similar toilet project that I am not looking forward to but needs to be done, so good that you showed what masks you have on. Stan was debating should we get a similar one, definitely doing it ha ha. Whats the next project? We hope that it goes smooth as this one! Sending sun and smiles from windy Oklahoma! Nat

[@WildWeRoam]

Nat, thank you so much for this darling comment and the kind words! We definitely have zero regrets about the intense mask, we are so glad to have it (useful for many projects, actually!) Wishing you the best of luck with your toilet project!! Sending love to you in Oklahoma 😊

[@missprettyonabudget]

@@WildWeRoamthank you so very much Dana and Lou! I hope that your week is very productive and looking forward to next weeks video! 😊😊😊

[@wills3212]

Love you guys!! No smell from here!

[@driver_leodriver2788]

Good job, only 1.question.....way you don't install a electric toilet pump? And.... PLEASE install a second clamp in all connections, you will need.

[@kulaniwarner2424]

Thanks for another great video! A recipe to those cookies would be great please :)

[@xoxoalyssaahh]

haha I was wondering how you were going to get into the boat once the top plastic was on

[@j.h.32]

Huge compliment to you guys. The editing is so nice. Especially the music and all the different camera perspectives lately. I absolutely love it. Shows how much effort you put into these amazing videos! Keep it up. Appreciate your work so much :)

[@elissamcgahren8473]

Life is messy sometimes! 💪🏻 clean it up!

[@robertaderholdt890]

Just an fyi for the nonboaters, the y valve is used 3 miles offshore you are allowed to pump raw sewage overboard but within 3 miles it must go into a holding tank. Most marinas have vacuums to empty the tank. The 'vent' is an antisyphen so sea water doesn't come back into the boat.

[@mjgautrau3167]

this is the cutest vlog

[@johnwishart7950]

good video again but a question for you what filters do you use on the mask its great you found one that stops the stink

[@leeshpeash]

Love this video and love you guys! Your lifestyle is so inspiring. Just saying if you all had merch i would be first in line to purchase. Much love from Canada 💕

[@dominicbaron611]

ahh i just love your videos - such a nice vibe to watch you guys! you always bring a smile to my face, thanks for that :) P.S. What camera did you use to take those photos at the end of the video?

[@peerage1]

cant believe you guys drilled into the table ! :)

[@IrishLegend64]

Amazing videography love it

[@saranicosia6672]

Well done you two! 💪

[@courtneyburton2317]

Could you make a video of the rain sound on that tarp? 😂🥰

[@WildWeRoam]

It's so calming, right?? 💕

[@svbarryduckworth628]

We used that exact same hose. I felt it was the best available at that price point but there were other even more expensive options too. Wow! Just swapping the hoses behind the head made a MASSIVE difference with the odor in the head area. The outer layer of the old hose itself is like a big nasty scent candle off-gassing noxious odor even if the rest of the system is not leaking one drop. We are under a year on the new hose and the smell has not come back at all. I don't know about 10 years but I am fine with swapping it out every few years if necessary -warranty or not. Wr also have that exact y-valve and we did have problems with it leaking at the O-ring swivel points from new. There can not be any tension on the hoses pulling at either of the three connections or else that will cause the O-ring to not seal all the way around and it will leak yuck or smelly "air." We had one hose that was bending too quickly and was a bit of a jam fit so that caused our problem. After we re-routed the hose so it swooped around wider and went onto the Y-valve straighter the issue went completely away. Right now we are at Vero Beach marina on a mooring ball. They gave us a special numbered zip-tie to put into the lock of the Y-valve. The marina and the Florida Fish & Wildlife patrol work together. They can come to your boat and ask to look at the tag at any time to be sure it is still there and is the same one. This is becoming more and more common In most US inland waters the coast guard and local authorities expect the Y-valve to be locked-off at all times. Once out of the US or Europe things are a lot looser.

[@WildWeRoam]

So interesting to read your comment, and so relieved to hear that you have good experiene with this hose! Also, we really appreciate the tip about that Y-Valve, that is incredibly useful to know. Thanks!! Wishing you all the best over at Vero Beach!! 😊

[@garydugick8097]

As a plumber that’s just the smell of money

[@karenthomas1456]

rofl. My Dad was a plumber too - I don't envy any of you the stinky jobs. x

[@FullofBeans1]

Good for you to just tackle this one straightaway. An unpleasant, but essential, project. Might as well get it done! As always you make a delightful video from something most people would never even consider as a creative opportunity, lol. BTW, what's the camera/film etc that you got those prints from? Details, please! :-) ~Greg ps - my "worst home improvement problem" just might be ahead of me. Here in Florida no-one has basements, apparently, AND plastic pipe is used for sewer lines. Ours is getting blocked by root infiltration so I need to dig a trench, clear out the roots, cut the pipe, install a new pipe, and close it all up. :-0 BUT it's all outside so nothing compared to what you guys did.

[@allieybubbles]

hey there the munch cookie / energy bar looked lush could i have the recipe please.

[@desiree55196]

Dana, where is your sweater from? It looks so cozy. :)

[@20kjw]

You look so much better - you really needed a rest!

[@dusanv5767]

Do i see new colour profile in your videos, is there more saturation? Nice colours, fresh look :) greeting from Serbia

[@davidpaulin1015]

Any hose connection below the waterline connected to sea at any time should be double hose clamped , with the Barrels on different sides of the hose not on the same side next to each other..

[@anapetrova1070]

your videos are so fun and motivating! great job guys!

[@aryana9495]

Great video! I loved it!!

[@pawlet]

You really are a great team. ❤️💐✋ waiting to see what else is possible. 🥬🍉🥥🍇🍈🍉🍅🥦🥔🍆🍠🥑

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@philippascholz4666]

Every time I see you guys use plastic Tupperware I think about your van tour where you said Lou’s mum would be mad 😂

[@roncanizares9966]

What is the white product that you use when putting the hoses on the barbs?

[@ttmomx2]

Just about to start this same project ourselves. Do you mind sharing where you got the new sanitation hose from?

[@marcodido6562]

Hi Guys, may I ask you what's the name of the boat cover you used? It looks amazing!!

[@terristenacious2279]

This boat is almost brand new!👍🤒

[@ruudandreabeerman226]

Hi Dana & Lou, Does the holding tank have a vent to prevent overpressure and backflow?

[@Blu35wall0w]

What camera did you use to take those polaroid pictures? They were gorgeous!

[@beyondthepeel_]

What adhesive are you guys using for the tubing?

[@terryivan2153]

you should have bought a fan and pressurized the cabin and opened a hatch for ventilation exit.....! ..next time lol

[@k.pep.1253]

Loving the intro❣️

[@bjanii]

wohoo!! 🙌🏼 good job guys 👏🏻

[@MyBernis]

Hi Dana/Lou, would it not a solution for your boat to install a separating dry toilet? That will not smell so bad? Fan from Germany. Keep save and stay healthy. Regards, Bernhard

[@rebekahsmith4322]

What was the camera used for the photos yall got printed out?

[@madelinemacarthur9496]

Hey y'all! Great update! What new camera did y'all use for the photos at the end of the video?

[@WildWeRoam]

Maaay be coming up in a future episode 🤗

[@chriswatzi1]

@@WildWeRoam i found it in the episode before, a Pentax 67 😀

[@WeWofficial]

Love the intro!

[@CMiltonDixon]

Composting toilet!!!!

[@kodithebear]

You’re amazing 🥳

[@jukey823]

Where did you get that beige sweater?