Electric Narrowboat Rescued by Diesel Narrowboat after Power Failure! Ep.176

[@onedaymoreaboard]

It’s been THE BEST few months traveling together! Can’t believe it’s come to an end. We will miss the three of you so much! It’s not goodbye, just au revoir ❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It has been amazing. Going to miss you guys too. Who’s going to plan our routes for us 😂. Definitely not goodbye ❤️

[@Acapulc941]

It is nice to see the friendship you have developed. Thank goodness for it during the strange electrical issues. Hope that's all sorted now. Have a great week. Give Dexter a hug from me. Leigh

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@Acapulc941 hey Leigh. We will miss them both. We parted company today 😞. Definitely good we had them during the tech issues. Nearly there sorting now 🤞. Have a lovely evening ❤️

[@jacquelineryde7339]

Such a lovely cruise, will miss you being together, such a fun group and wow so pleased they were with you when you had your glitch with the boat and glad all sorted for you guys. Big hug to booful Dexter. Luv us 3 ❤❤❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

⁠@@jacquelineryde7339we miss them too and yeah, definitely glad they were with us. Love to you and Mark and belly rubs for Thelma ❤

[@ruthholleman4872]

I agree with the person who said you have the patience of a saint!

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

To be fair our boat builder and Vetus have been brilliant and it’s all sorted now 👍

[@Westeross]

Lovely vlog, as always boys 🇦🇺👍🏻🇦🇺

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nigelbilsby3826]

Oh the irony, diesel engine saves all electric boat, couldn't stop laughing at that bit, glad you got sorted!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

You couldn’t make it up Nigel 😂. Good job they were there. Have a great weekend ❤

[@Ron-dx9wq]

The diesel boat shouldn't have done it. Sullying the ethics of the electric boater.

[@michelefoxton1586]

A lovely vlog, hope you are all well sending lots of love xxxxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Michele. Glad you enjoyed enjoyed. Hope you guys are good. ❤

[@michelefoxton1586]

@anthonysmith-storey9247 we are all good just got back from a week away in Bamburgh so peaceful and relaxing just what we needed xxxxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@michelefoxton1586 that sounds fab. Never been. ❤️

[@michelefoxton1586]

@anthonysmith-storey9247 if you have get chance to go up to Northumberland it's worth a visit Bamburgh Castle is amazing. We are going to Liverpool at the weekend, making the most of Simon been on holiday x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@michelefoxton1586 been to Northumberland. Went to the Farne Islands. Love Liverpool. Used to work there for over 16 years. Have fun. ❤️

[@Barbara1957-x3s]

Goodness such a new boat to have these little glitches lol Great cruise 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I know Barbara. Frustrating but getting sorted. 😊: glad you enjoyed the cruise. ❤️

[@gerardosullivan1642]

An honest presentation well done.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. We like to think we don’t gloss things over. 😊

[@pamelasmith9784]

So glad you got your boat sorted going to have teething problems . So funny Paul face drinking whiskey I hate it to 😂😂 I really like the colour of Pete and Caroline boat to perhaps one day they will show us inside have a good week xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Pamela. Just some last bits to sort and then 🤞 no more issues. We have gone our separate ways now 😞. Missing them already. Hope you have a lovely week ❤

[@sheryld1957]

How cool that they could tell you how to fix the problem over the phone. There are going to be kinks to work out with any thing. It is just amazing that they can get those boats going in the first place I have no mechanical skills at all. I am still amused at turning a switch and the light overhead comes on. Enjoy your weekend!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely knew we would have some teething problems Sheryl. Good they could dial in but they actually had to come physically to the boat after a few weeks. They think they have now resolved the motor issue so fingers crossed. Definitely high tech but sometimes they go wrong. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@jacquelinesim9578]

Friends are worth their weight in gold 😊 So good how you show highs *and* lows, hope it all got sorted so you trust it again. Great vlog x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

They certainly are Jacqueline. We are so lucky to have made so many on the cut. Hope you are having a good day so far ♥️

[@jacquelinesim9578]

Very much Thank-you, making the most of this glorious weather today 😃 hope you are too, hope Paul's eye is improving and the sun doesn't cause too many problems x

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Good to hear. We are having a fab day. ♥️

[@ajbarrett857]

Before long, you'll be able to coach other boaters in working with a hybrid craft! Glad things are getting sorted out, and that you hand friends on hand! ❤❤❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. It definitely is a steep learning curve and good we had friends with us. Hope you have a lovely week. Sorry I missed your comment ❤

[@kevinseeley6452]

You like your bow thrusters, try using the tiller to steer.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Yes thanks we do use the Tiller we just don’t film that as much 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

More than capable of using the tiller to steer, we have both done our helmsman course? But what it is the point in having tech if you don’t use it; but like power steering in a car or ABS. You wouldn’t disable them.

[@tinythrottle6186]

From one of the best at crick to the nations most unreliable boat! My suspicions about the technology not being quite there yet seems to becoming true.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

We like to be honest with our viewers we could have kept this to ourselves. We are confident the problems are now sorted ✅

[@tinythrottle6186]

@@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked I do hope so .

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

A little unfair. I knew there would be teething issues but we are confident that Vetus has sorted the motor issue and that Liam has a plan for the batteries. Time will tell I guess. ❤

[@tinythrottle6186]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I may have worded it better, but I still believe as live aboard a and constant cruisers the battery technology just isn’t there, I believe you’ll be moored a hell of a lot longer than you’ll ever be cruising and Christ knows how you’ll manage in winter, the generators constantly running would be my guess.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@tinythrottle6186 will have to wait and see I guess. Without having done it, it is difficult for us to comment. 😊

[@jayne4328]

Loved the vlog, always entertaining. You are always very trueful in what ever you do. That's why I like you both so much. Have a great week.x Love to Dexter.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Jayne. We definitely try and show both the good and bad in narrowboating and didn’t want to gloss over the issues we weee having. Dexter is chilling on his bed 😊. Have a fab week ❤

[@Debba521]

Technology is a wonderful thing, until it stops working. Sort of funny that a boat should stop working due to a software glitch. Well, not funny ha ha... 😬. Anyway, having friends nearby to help out is the best. Glad it all worked out!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Debba. Agree, tech is great when working. Definitely glad our friends were with us. Hope you have a fab weekend ❤

[@marriettecharlton2143]

Slowly catching up with your videos and they are wonderful. ❤❤

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thank you Mariette. Really Kind. Hope you have a lovely week ❤️

[@ednahawkesworth7551]

And you’re still smiling 😊 🤩

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Absolutely Edna. Teething problems we hope. 😊

[@ednahawkesworth7551]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 I really hope so Anthony 😃🤩

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@ednahawkesworth7551 ❤️

[@layalabi1667]

Thank you! I especially enjoyed the grey sky and rain at the end ....we are having another heat wave with 30 degrees at night!!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Laya. No wonder you enjoyed the rain and clouds. That is some heat. Hope you are managing to keep cool. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@cherryclark2572]

Always an adventure! 😂❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It certainly is Cherry. Hope you have a lovely evening ❤

[@dcranfield9164]

Loved it. Thank you. Always good. I enjoyed the ride!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@catherinekitt9321]

Its all trial and error, just like life. I lost my lovely husband on the 1st of August very quickly so you keep me going. Lots of love cath xxx

[@lvi3818]

Sorry to hear Cath

[@markrichards7111]

Sorry for your loss Cath.

[@jamesgoetsch5607]

I am sorry for your loss.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

So so sorry to hear Cath. All of us send heart felt hugs. Glad the vlogs help a little. ❤️

[@marieneu264]

How nice to travel with such great friends. When will you all meet up again?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hopefully soon. We miss them ❤

[@cottonfoo]

That's a wicked Moiré pattern appearing on the video from Anthony's polo shirt, it's a shame it doesn't look like that in real life!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. Paul was complaining about the effect my shirt had. Glad you liked it 😉. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@ColinOBear]

You really need to remember to keep some coins for the meter! 😂❤ Great vlog as always, lovely to see you all travelling along together. ❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Showing your age there Colin 😂. I totally remember that. Glad you enjoyed. We parted company with Pete and Caroline last night 😞. We hope to see them soon though. Have a good weekend ❤

[@ColinOBear]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 nothing much has changed - just use a card instead of a coin now! 😆 hope you all have a good weekend too! 🙂❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@ColinOBear ❤️

[@joshquigg8819]

Love watching these vlogs guys

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Josh. Much appreciated. Have a great weekend ❤

[@rickonnye2001]

So sorry you had problems 😊lovely video 😊thank you

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Rickon. We know it will get sorted. Glad you enjoyed. Have a lovely evening. ❤️

[@AndyCutright]

Software is such a PITA :)

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Couldn’t have put it better myself Andy 😂. Have a great weekend. ❤.

[@lilesosannaflower9956]

shows how its good to travel with friends

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Always good to travel with friends. We were sad to part company today. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@lesleym6952]

All this new technology just takes some getting used to I guess. Thank goodness for Pete and Caroline 🥰 Thanks for another lovely cruise and I hope you 3 have a fantastic weekend ☺️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We knew there would be glitches Lesley. Definitely a good job we had Pete and Caroline with us. Have a fab weekend ❤

[@virginiakirkupscrolltoto7794]

I'm sure it will all get sorted

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

They are on it Virginia. Just teething issues that need ironing out. Have a lovely evening ❤

[@dorothydotson7154]

Hello! ❤ It will probably be Saturday before you see this so I hope your Friday evening was pleasant. 😊 The boat problems were worrisome but I'm glad it's sorted. 🙂 Basically the boat is a computer now. Maddening as it can be everything that goes wrong will help Liam fine tune the system for future builds and soon all the bugs will be sorted. Things are always going to go wonky at times. You have a good attitude about it. Really glad that Pete and Caroline were there to help since the canal was so quiet. 🥰 Have a great weekend! ❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

You were right Dorothy, so happy Saturday. We said our final goodbyes to Pete and Caroline last night. Definitely going to be glitches with such tech. Fingers crossed they get ironed out. Definitely relived Pete and Caroline were there to help. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@dorothydotson7154]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 So it was a pleasant but still sad evening... 🥰 New tech can be difficult but it will get sorted. ❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@dorothydotson7154 it was. Sure we will see them soon. ❤️

[@BoatTime]

So sorry to hear about the issues guys! 😢 & yaaay! Fellow below deck fans 😅 we’ve been obsessed for ages!!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks guys. Fingers crossed they will soon be resolved. Love a bit of Below Deck. 😊. Am very jealous you got to do the Thames. Looked awesome X😊

[@CrichieB]

Crikey that was quite scary ! I think you coped very well under the circumstances, ie a dead boat in the water. Well done. It’s still a fabulous boat tho! Just a few teething troubles ☮️

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

They were teething problems, we were really miffed at the time but it’s all a distant memory now 👍

[@christopherbutler7588]

Glad you got the power back 😊have a nice weekend

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Christopher. You too ❤

[@paulchappell]

Great video even if a bit nerve-wracking at times.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Paul. Yeah definitely a bit nerve wracking. Have a great evening ❤

[@nickevans1698]

Going by your last boat and what happened with the bow thruster I would seriously think about how often you use your bow thrusters, even more so now you have two. Anthony 👍🏼🤔

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

Thanks Nick, the electric system we have means you can run the bow and stern thrusters without blowing a separate circuit for as long as you like, I Hague’s the only issue is the amount of power. 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. Don’t know what you mean. 😊. This one has the ability to stay on longer. I always get blamed 😉. Have a great evening. ❤

[@nickevans1698]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 🤣😎

[@lovelyskull3483]

Technology is not my friend. So happy you sorted your power out. You will miss your travelling companions. Thank you and as always cheers.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I love a gadget usually but this has been frustrating. Glad we are getting sorted. We parted company today with Pete and Caroline. Sad, but we know we will see them again soon. Have a great weekend ❤

[@NM-gr1iq]

You both have the patience of a saint. Vetus should have notified you of the update or at very least notified the boat builder who in turn contacts you. Glad you got it sorted

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I assume these updates are automatic so they wouldn’t know when they occur 🤷‍♂️. Please it seems to be sorted now. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤

[@bill6461]

Evening guys. Bit of an exciting trip in more ways than one. Luckily you managed to get the technical side sorted out on the boat. And no doubt to say goodbye to your travelling companions was a bit upsetting. Dexter still looking good for his age. Hope all is well otherwise. Take care and enjoy the weekend. Xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Bill. It was scary, I can tell you. How ironic that a diesel boat needed to save us 😂. We parted from Pete and Caroline today. Sad, but we know we have life long friends there. Dexter is doing well, slowing now though. Hope you guys are good x

[@rasferrastfarian739]

Action packed with your new boat boys! - Bloody technology! New stuff and growing pains hey! Glad it all came good (?) with the new software download. Love the footage of the canals. So pretty. *hugs*

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. Was a bit scary I can tell you. Tech, can’t live with it, can’t live without it. The canals were stunning. Glad you enjoyed. Hope you have a good weekend ❤

[@judithfarkas2636]

Thank goodness you were cruising with friends that darn software!! At least the boat builder is only a quick phone call away and they got you on the move again. Hope next week is all good take care❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Absolutely Judith. Thankful Pete and Caroline were with us. Liam has been great and Vetus came to the boat a few weeks back and are confident the issue is fixed. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@lornaeaketts-rogers2812]

Loved the vlog thank you! Dexter is sooo sweet 😍 glad you got sorted, just teething problems I’m sure, such a gorgeous boat I absolutely love it 😃 hope you are enjoying your weekend ☕️🍰🧁

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Lorna. Dexter is the sweetest. Definitely teething problems. Glad you like the boat. Have a fab weekend. ❤

[@Deb_Downes]

Perhaps an example where automatic updates are not a great idea? Glad you got yourselves sorted out. Love this new boat with it’s technology :)

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely Deb. It was bad enough when I had to contend with them on Window’s systems at work 😬. I am sure all the stuff will iron itself out. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@barbarascott4566]

Just love going on your adventures glad everything worked out ok 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks for coming along with us Barbara. Glad you enjoy it. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@jackirichards8789]

So lucky to have such wonderful friends!! Hopefully that will be the end of your teething problems!! X

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

🤞 Jacki. Definitely lucky to have amazing friends. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤

[@carolemousdell4444]

Glad you sorted your electrical issues out! It was really fortunate Pete and Caroline where with you. I love seeing you travel under a busy bridge with traffic whizzing by, it really highlights the contrast from the lovely gentle slow pace life you have chosen. Take care all three of you xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Carole. Definitely good we had Pete and Caroline with us. We love travelling with busy traffic above too for exactly that reason. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤

[@lockingthroughlife2587]

Pete and Caroline to the rescue!! Yay!! At least it was only a software issue so easily remedied….hopefully. It all adds to the excitement though I guess. 😜. I laughed at Paul’s ‘just what the Dr ordered’ at the end 🤣. Have a great weekend. See you soon x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Phil. Good job they were there! Fingers crossed the motor is sorted, just need to get the battery issue boxed off and it will be all good. Definitely just what the Dr ordered 😂. Hope your build is going smoothly. ❤

[@carolsmith707]

A quiet start before the problems. Lucky you had help. Hopefully all working well now.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We were shocked Carol but some have the issues we think have been resolved and there is a plan to sort the battery issues so 🤞

[@jules9303]

Thank you. Sometimes shit happens 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It does indeed Jules. Have a good weekend ❤

[@davidd3899]

Ours was doing the same as yours. Batteries alarms going off shutting things down. Even though the batteries were charged, the readings were wrong so it was shutting down. We updated and downloaded. It would reset it and resolve it for a bit. But it was down to the wiring in the end.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers David. Funny enough, Liam is looking at a different wiring configuration for the batteries so 🤞. Is yours resolved yet? ❤

[@davidd3899]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 yes ours is resolved running perfectly. Batteries show fully charged by 10am each day. I can send you what they did to resolve it. It took a while to get there but once they knew what to do it was sorted in an hour or two . I will message you my phone number on FB and I'll send you the information. It may help

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@davidd3899 thanks that would be great.

[@maureenlucas4189]

Hi guys a beautiful scenic vlog the thing is with a new boat you are going to be learning new things about it so glad help was at hand hope you have a good week and love to Dexter ❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Maureen. It was beautiful and we loved the days cruise up until the tech issues. Definitely expected some teething issues with new technology. Fingers crossed they can sort it all. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@sandyprosser805]

Hi Paul,Anthony and Dexter beautiful pictures as always, new cars have teething problems so it’s no different on boats, still love it though, have great week 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Sandy. Totally agree. We knew we would have some issues. Pleased they are getting resolved. Hope you have a fab weekend ❤

[@Explorewithmepaul]

Brilliant video as always guys. Your vlogs definitely brighten my day no end!! Luv too all 💚⭐️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Paul. Glad you enjoy them. Love seeing your pics on Instagram. Some cracking photos on there. Have a great weekend ❤

[@penneynoss9552]

Hi Anthony and Paul, sorry you had mechanical problems,that had to be scary. Anthony you cracked me up 😂it’s not me panting 😊. Have a great week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Penny. Glad it is getting sorted. Definitely wasn’t me panting 😂. Have a good weekend ❤

[@susanseller5825]

Nice vlog full of moving and lock working --well some of you ;) Always nice to see new areas of canals, I like to look at my full map of the England locks to see them all and where we've been. Hecky flip when the power failed. Good job for Caroline and Pete and ofcourse Liam on the end of the phone. Enjoy this summer before it goes again xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Susan. This year has been great for us exploring new territory. It was a little stressful re the power and lucky we had friends with us. Liam was great. Hope you have a lovely evening. This is our last meal with Pete and Caroline for a while as we part company tomorrow. ❤

[@MortenHjrnevik-ti6sg]

You are more patient than me…lot of money for too many probs. Great vlog though apart from your difficulties .

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We are patient guys 😊. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. Have a fab evening ❤

[@gillgregory6327]

A lovely vlog, once again. How is Dexter now? Have the meds helped? ❤ It’s to your credit that you are vlogging these problems, you could’ve just glossed over them. I hope you’ve got those batteries sorted now, and that your trip up the rivers is uneventful! Have the other electric boats had the same issues? Get an anchor just in case! Xx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Gill. Dexter is doing ok. His allergy is clearing but his joints are still stuff bless him. We definitely want to be honest with people. He is looking at a different wiring system for the batteries after discussing with the manufacturer, which will hopefully charge and discharge the batteries more evenly. The motor issue, fingers crossed, is sorted. Vetus came to the boat the other week and are confident they have fixed the issue. The other boats seem ok, but they don’t live aboard, so use their power very differently. Anchor is definitely out and life vests on. 😂. See you soon. ❤️

[@richcolgate8929]

Great vlog as per usual Love watching u guys 👍👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Rich. Hope you have a fab weekend ❤

[@ilox11]

Sorry to hear about the problems but an understandable problem that was just waiting to happen. Now that you have found the problem Liam and Oakums can watch out for it on other boats. Being a leader sometimes carries risks of finding new ways to get into trouble LOL 😂 Has been fun watching the 2 boat crews working and playing together over the last few months, now what will you three do to entertain yourselves if you haven't got Carol watching that you didn't get into too much mischeif?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely expected some teething problems. Confident that Liam will sort. Going to miss Pete and Caroline but yeah, easier to get into mischief now 😂. Have a lovely evening ❤

[@beckyrobinson5672]

Bless Dexters heart, he sounded winded, like he was running. I'm glad you got the problem fixed.God bless.❤

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@beckyrobinson5672 thanks Becky. He always pants when he is on deck. He totally melts my heart. X

[@jd-ku3iw]

Thank you gentlemen for the great trip. I see you had a bump with new tech. No worries safe travels.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Glad you enjoyed. Guess these glitches are to be expected. Have a great weekend ❤.

[@robertmacdonald4878]

Keep up the great videos guys. I really enjoy watching and thinking about the history. I cruise on a lake with my sailboat ( not sailing, just cruising) and it's not as exciting... so, I really enjoy watching narrowboats and their adventures. Thanks again. Robert of Canada 🇨🇦

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Robert. Thank you so much. Glad you enjoy the vlogs. Cruising on a lake sounds fun. Especially in Canada 😊. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤

[@StevesRepairs]

Thanks guys for taking us along on this fantastic cruise, you were lucky that Pete and Caroline were with you though. I hope that everything is sorted now, have a great weekend. Take care and all the best. Stevie

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely lucky Stevie. Ironic that an electric boat gets saved my a diesel one 😂 one more thing needs resolving then fingers crossed that will be everything. Have a good weekend ❤

[@citroenfil]

A friend has been watching you guys for ages and was seriously considering an electric boat. But they have seen you have had more problems with the electric boat than you ever did with the diesel before. They are at an age where they are not tech savvy and don’t want the problems you have had. So it’s diesel for them.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

I totally get that. I sometimes feel that way when things go wrong. Love the silent cruising but I guess even connecting the wifi for the update can be tricky if you aren’t a little tech savvy. Didn’t mean to put your friend off but we do like to be honest and not gloss over the bad stuff. Good luck with their boat. Have a great weekend ❤

[@Mistydazzle]

Oh, that was a challenge well-handled! So happy that it turned out OK. Beautiful cruising, with lovely friends!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thank you. It was scary but thankfully all turned out ok. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@markrutter5996]

It’s all a learning curve guys and once you have mastered it everything will be fine.Good job your friends were with you when you lost power. Have a fantastic weekend and thanks for sharing.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It is Mark. We know there will be teething issues with such new tech. Definitely good our friends were with us. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤

[@juliaharris6594]

Hi, gentlemen! Quite the excitingly adventurous cruise! Love to see 2 boats in a lock. Always looks tricky. Great views. Great sounds of nature. Have a fantastic week! 💚💚💚

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Julia. It was very eventful. Lucky to have our friends with us. The trip was beautiful apart from that. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@brodie2711]

Ouch, no power and coming to a dead stop. So pleased you sorted it out, it must have been so worrying for you both. Lovely cruise, Thank you for sharing. All the best guys. ❤Stephen

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was so scary Stephen. Lucky to have had Pete and Caroline with us. Glad you enjoyed the vlog. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@paulinehiggins8239]

Oh hell, bummer, how lucky were you to have Pete and Caroline there with you though I’d bet someone would have come along to help BUT by then would you have been across the canal because as you said it’s very quiet. Sorry you’re losing your travelling companions that’s going to be a bit of a blow. Such a pretty area. Hope Morningstar keeps up with the power. Take care and see you next week. 💕

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

We were so lucky Pauline. Although, as you say, the boating community are great. We had our last evening with our friends last night. I all seemed a bit surreal but we have now parted company after 7 months. Have a good weekend ❤

[@rogerneale4319]

All interesting stuff, glad to see you got the power issue resolved. You must've been very pleased to get a decent phone signal. We've been on the Stratford-upon-Avon canal since Sunday and had to rely on using pub WiFi because the mobile phone signal has been virtually nonexistent. Currently moored smile or two north of the Blue Bell Cider House, which has amazing home cooked and well presented food. (Definitely recommend a visit) Very quiet moorings, which will hopefully give us a good start heading back to Alvechurch Marina Saturday to hand the boat over on Sunday Morning. Pity we didn't bump into you but maybe catch you on another trip.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely getting there Roger. Always chuffed when we get a decent phone signal. Very sketchy on the canal. I will google that. Sounds fab. We are now on the Avon so may be going on a different direction. Sorry we didn’t get to see you. Fingers crossed in the future. Have a lovely weekend and safe journey back ❤

[@rogerneale4319]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 it would have been good to meet up. We left the boat and we're home at 11:00 after a pretty good journey, thanks.

[@rogerneale4319]

Seen some interesting temporary masts, on hinges on top of boats, with mobile phone receivers mounted at the top. If the network providers don't get their systems sorted, boaters and campers will be forced to invest in such things.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@rogerneale4319 it would have been. Sorry we missed you. Are you itching to do it again yet?

[@peterfrazer1943]

When anything goes wrong, "Stay frostie" as the Americans say and you did. Excellent vid once again, good content and a pin sharp picture. Look forward to the next one.❤️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely Peter. No point in getting irate. Was good we had friends to lend a hand too. Glad you enjoyed. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@glendaherrick6335]

Soon this will all be easy peasy for you both. Glad to see you have such a great “IT Crowd” backing you up! I’m enjoying learning along with you. Thanks for sharing your tech learning journey. 😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely a learning curve Glenda. We are confident things are being put right. Glad you are enjoying seeing the tech journey. Have a good weekend ❤

[@Cariboukid]

Never a dull moment eh?! Glad you got it sorted out. I assume the software updates happen automatically. Perhaps not the best way to go if it brings the boat to a standstill!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely not Mike. Really chuffed it is sorted. I think they must have occurred automatically but assume they don’t usually bring the system to a standstill 🤷‍♂️. All’s well that ends well I guess. Have a fab weekend ❤

[@Cariboukid]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Have a lovely week you three!

[@paulreynolds5114]

Hi both hope ur well. Myself & Deborah was saddened to see you had issues, but hopefully all sorted. Like with any new technology things will go wrong occasionally. Are you 100% sure an electric boat was the correct way forward for a continuous cruiser, as comewinter with no solar ur generator will be running 24/7. On another note we love you guys & hoping you get these teething problems sorted. Xxx

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Paul. Mostly sorted now. Just need to see if Liam’s plan for the batteries works. Definitely knew we would have teething issues. Guess until we do a winter, we won’t know how it pans out. Fingers crossed we haven’t chosen incorrectly. Glad you enjoy the vlogs guys. Have a fab weekend. ❤

[@karentasker929]

Great to see you guys & Dexter today at Stratford, hope the rest of your journey went well. We found our way in the end, Best wishes from the 3 lost cyclists! 😂😊

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey guys. Lovely to see you all too. We said how nice it was to see a family out enjoying the day together. Hope you haven’t only just got in 😂. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@karentasker929]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 ❤️

[@ajohnson2381]

Hello Guys Is yours the first hybrid electric boat that your boatbuilders have done? Always a hassle when things breakdown, hope things go better for you. Best wishes.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey. No he has done others but they aren’t live aboards so not used in the same way I guess. We are confident it will all get resolved, just a pain when it happens. Have a great weekend ❤

[@Michael_Sheldon]

Liam would have had to foot the costs of a couple of therapy sessions had I had been manning the boat when that happened. Bravo to you both for your calm working out of the problem. Let’s hope they don’t download new software as often as Apple does. 🥴 Sending love from Montana. 🙌😘🐶

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Michael. It was stressful but beyond our control. That was my worry with the constant updates, however, the other week, Vetus came and discovered there were a corrupt file and have now sorted so 🤞. Hope you are keeping well and loving your new home ❤

[@Boating_David]

Are you sure Anthony hadn't left his hair straighteners on in the bathroom and flattened the batteries 😉😂 Too much bow thrusters, tut 😝

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Lol. Maybe. Hope you are keeping well. See you when we are back up north. ❤

[@Boating_David]

@anthonysmith-storey9247 looking forward to it ! ☺️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@Boating_David ❤️

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi guys, that’s one thing that probably worries me about electric cars electric boats. If you lose power you’re buggered and I suppose it’s the same if you have a diesel motor but most the time diesel motors will always run. I suppose in England with all those overcast days probably be hard to Charge your batteries anyway love your videos. Keep up the good work. Keep those thrusters going cliff from Logan city Queensland Australia 🇦🇺 from the big island 🏝️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Cliff. I agree, less to go wrong with a diesel engine. Anything techie is bound to have glitches I guess. We get some great solar days in the U.K. but yeah, we are also known for our rain which does make charging more difficult. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoy. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@elizabethkeane5055]

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[@spencehh]

How frustrating for you both. Vetus really need to look at this situation. It’s unreasonable to have to keep updating the firmware. What if you didn’t have signal to download. So glad you got it running in the end. I will keep an eye out for you guys around Stratford.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Spence. It really was frustrating. They actually came to the boat the other week and think it may have been a corrupt file which they have resolved so 🤞. Left Stratford today. We are on the Avon slowly heading back North for winter. Hope you have a good weekend ❤

[@spencehh]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 ah shame to have missed you. Safe travels.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@spencehh thank you. ❤️

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid thanks lee

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Lee. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi guys, your boat looks absolutely beautiful and I’m sorry that you’re having these troubles, but I suppose it’s only teaching problems

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Bishop. We love the boat and know that these glitches will get sorted. Hope you have a good weekend ❤

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

It’s like anything new once you get it sorted it’ll be fantastic. Have a great weekend too guys

[@markrichards7111]

Vetus updates your system settings with an update? Seems to me this is very much on Vetus IMHO. What happens if your mid cruise on the Trent or Ribble and that happens...? As a minimum you should be able to decide when such an update is applied so you have chance to verify critical settings are not overwritten before casting off.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Mark. I think there were a few issues that culminated in the motor cut out. Vetus came to the boat a few weeks ago to sort the motor issues. Fingers crossed they are resolved. The other issue is one of batteries not balancing with the others. Liam is trying something on Monday so hopefully this will resolve it. Being on a river with the motor cutting out was our concern. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@markrichards7111]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Thanks for the reply Anthony. Hopefully you get the teething issue sorted. Perhaps Liam can put something like a raspberry in that stores your critical electrical system settings so any future software updates can pull the saved settings from the Pi? Best of luck to you both 👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@markrichards7111 that sounds like a fab idea. 😊

[@nicholassimpson5646]

Great vlog as always guys never seems long enough just get into it and it ends roll on next week not sticking nose in but I think you not got battery's I think you need two more battery's I bet that would sort your power out as you seem power happy with power thuster you and your husband try not using it for a week see how it goes please don't take it wrong way just trying to help keep up great vlogs guys

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Cheers Nicholas. Glad you enjoy. We love people sharing thoughts. The power we have should be ample, it seems to be one battery doesn’t charge to the same extent as the others but discharges more quickly than the others. Liam has a plan that hopefully will reduce the difference between the highest and lowest state of charge so 🤞. It is weird, we had issues with a bow thruster once and went a whole 6 months without. I think if you know it is there, you use it. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@jayoneill1533]

Ahh, the joys of being early adapters, or what used to be called pioneers. I’m sure this will all sort out…

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Definitely Jay. Fingers crossed these glitches get sorted. Have a good weekend. ❤

[@dianepitt5342]

Had a electric boat on the Norfolk broads….never again. Engine cut out half way down the river leaving us drifting across the river

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Oh no! Don’t say that Diane. Fingers crossed it will be sorted. Have a lovey weekend ❤

[@neilyeomans9805]

Great video as always shame your having problems but sure there just teething problems. Only thing I have noticed is that you seem to be using the bow thrusters to line up for bridges or is that just motor noise?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks Neil. Fingers crossed they are just teething problems. It must be the motor noise as we would rarely use the bow thruster for lining up for bridges. Hope you have a good weekend ❤

[@jillipepper5353]

There used to be an opinion ,when buying a new car here, get a car built on Wednesday or at least Thursday . This was before robotic factories became a thing so people built them. So they said don’t buy a car built on Monday, everyone was hung over and tired from the weekend, same thing for Tuesday but they were starting to pay better attention. Wednesday everyone was back in tune and getting things done properly. Thursday it was not too bad but people were starting to make plans for the weekend so not right on the job. Friday they were just dragging through the day and lots of mistakes happened then, they suspected a pub lunch had some influence. Hopefully the kinks will be worked out soon and in the meantime having such great friends is ,Im sure a big comfort. 🤞Good luck🤞 It’s been a busy week here, with family away I had the two big dogs to look after😳. I love them but the puppy is just a little too much for me now, chews everything not nailed down, needs out 10 or more times a day just in case which means many trips upstairs which my knees don’t like. Thankfully they are back and I’ve told them I’m not looking after the huge puppy again, he’s a Labradoodle. I’ve been gathering bits and pieces over the last year so I can do some Stain glass work again and I did get set up to go, I’ve started the first piece, nothing fancy, just to get my skills back. So far it’s going well except for my helpful assistant 🐈‍⬛ Jynx who has to inspect anything new thoroughly. Every time I foil pieces and lay them on the pattern he thinks they need to be rearranged. Today is another rainy day…again so I’m baking cookies even though it’s warm it will dry up some of the humidity . Take care, be safe and well.🙋🏼‍♀️🥰

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. I am sure there was some truth in that Dawn. Definitely getting things sorted. Aww love dogs. Can see how a puppy would be a bit much. Dexter was so chilled as a pup to be honest. Ooh lovely. I love a home baked cookie. Have a lovely evening and take care ❤

[@shavedphil]

Hi there. Did you not mention on a previous vlog thst one battery was running out of power while the other two were fine? How was that resolved? Another quick question whT happened to your previous boat?

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Phil. Exactly that. One battery charges much slower and discharges faster. Liam is on it and has a possible solution after speaking to the battery manufacturer so that is being done Monday fingers crossed it works. We sold the previous boat. Have a great weekend ❤

[@gillywild]

Just out of curiosity, how much battery capacity do you have and is the domestic separate from the traction? Marine electrician asking.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey. We have 4 x 200ah lithium. The batteries are used for both domestic and propulsion, which is why we have the back up diesel generator. Our bottom battery seems to lag behind the others for charge but is the first to discharge. 🤷‍♂️.

[@gillywild]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Hi Anthony, 800Ah seems very little for propulsion and domestic. (If that is 8 x 100Ah @ 12V giving 200Ah at 48V?) I would suspect that’s why you’re having problems. I usually fit 320Ah just for domestic on a modern boat with a fair bit of domestic load. And for propulsion I think I saw you were using 47A at one point so that would only give you about 3 hours cruising at best with the other loads. (Of course if it is 800Ah @ 48V eg. 4 x 200Ah or 8 x 100Ah 48V batteries then you should be fine) I’m sure you’ll get it sorted out and electric is definitely the way to go. I’m all electric myself, for obvious reasons and I’m very happy with my decision. I love watching your adventures. Happy cruising to you both.. Ooer missus :-/ :-))

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@gillywild I am sure Liam told us we have 4 x800Ah at 48V. He thinks that by rewiring with a bus bar, the batteries should charge more evenly. They are doing it Monday so we will let you know. Glad you enjoy the vlogs and pleased you are loving electric too. Have a good weekend ❤️

[@chrisflynn6460]

Crikey, them thrusters get some hammer. Maybe get better with your tiller guys😀

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

They do when Paul is at the helm Chris 😂. Like to think we are ok without them but defo good to know they are there. Have a fab evening ❤

[@chrisflynn6460]

@anthonysmith-storey9247 Well, I didn't want to pick on either one of you, but you said it 🤣🤣. Have a great weekend, guys, Love the vlogs 👍

[@lvi3818]

Feels like they park it offshore and then side thrust it in. Keep ur minds in ur trousers!

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@lvi3818 😂

[@jamesgoetsch5607]

Sorry for your tech problems. It made me wonder if there is not a simpler electric setup that does not use computers or software (though like Anthony, I love new tech and am fascinated with working it all out). The problem with software is that you are at the mercy of a company posting updates and such without your knowledge! (Does even the diesel backup need software????) In any case, thanks for another great video, and I hope you three have a lovely week.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Thanks James. The reliance of software does lend you open to issues. Am with you though, I like to embrace tech. Don’t think the generator relies on software. Fingers crossed the plan Liam has for the batteries resolves the issues. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@KatelynsAdventures707]

Great vlog guys, thanks Paul & Anthony. Glad the boat is sorted. Middle of the night here, couldn’t sleep so here I am. Love from downunder. 🩷🩷🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Kate. Glad you enjoyed. Hate when I can’t sleep. Fingers crossed you nod off soon. ❤

[@claire4486]

Do you have a duff battery? Is what normally happens if is unexplained gremlins with lithium.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hope not Claire, although that was my initial thought. Liam is trying re configure the wiring so we will be able to tell after that. Have a good weekend ❤.

[@claire4486]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 Shouldn't be that much of a biggie if is, just replace it and should still be under warranty from manufacturer.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@claire4486 yeah Defo. X

[@shnboardman1]

Hi, Out of curiosity, what was the reason behind the choice of going for an electric engine? I am not for or against in any way just thought i would like to know your reason. Thanks

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

It was mentioned as an option for us and we like to try and embrace new tech. Still confident that the issues will get resolved and when it works, it really is lovely to cruise quietly. 😊

[@shnboardman1]

Thanks, please don't think i was refering to any issues you may or may not have been having, That is not why i asked.@@anthonysmith-storey9247

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@shnboardman1 not at all. It was a fab question.

[@agfbuilding]

Fit a nice diesel engine with a hospital silencer sound proof the engine bay , we always get asked if our boats electric as it’s so quiet..

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

That is how the generator is set up Adie. Makes a massive difference in the noise level. 👍

[@agfbuilding]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247 is it not all a bit to stressful when it packs up though ? We have electric machines plugged into generators at work.. all seems a bit odd . You know where you are with a diesel engine .

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

@@agfbuilding it is a little stressful but then I guess it would be it our diesel engine packed in. I agree though, diesel engines are more easily sorted. Still like the idea of free cruising on sunny days and am all for trying new tech.

[@agfbuilding]

@@anthonysmith-storey9247❤

[@notmenotme614]

6:45 Spot the spectator on the moored boat. They weren’t very talkative.

[@NarrowboatLifeUnlocked]

No 😁 sometimes people like to keep themselves to themselves.

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

😂. We have seen that a few time. Bit creepy 😂

[@beasmith1]

Teething problems, same happens with new cars. It'll settle down x

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Absolutely Bea. We are confident it will get resolved. Have a lovely weekend ❤

[@Adventures_with_Sog]

Nah then, ay up me ducks. Not good seeing your power glitches, just try to make sure you've at least got enough power for the kettle to make a brew ☕ Ay a good 'un chaps 🙂👍

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Not good at all, but with you, just enough power needed for a brew. It always makes things better. 😊. Have a fab weekend ❤

[@fp30e]

Hi Paul, Anthony and Dexter-Dog. Thank you for a great introduction. What a lovely cruise you were having, even getting thru a low water pound, and it was interesting to hear you were using 3000w of power (as Paul said), which seems a heck of a lot of power to drive a marine engine. But what do I know, it's probably normal. I am really sorry to hear that your batteries died and that you lost total power on the boat. Well done to Pete and Caroline for rescuing you (you could have been on a river with a fast current!) Thinking aloud, if you loose battery power, and your diesel generator has kicked in before your batteries failed, as it's designed to, then surely there should be enough power from the generator to drive the boat's engine? If not, what is the point of the boat being a Hybrid? Paul said there had been a software upgrade on your boat's system? There is one word I hate to hear, and that is "upgrade" . I used to always refuse upgrades on my equipment at work. If something is working, (still me thinking) then why do you need an upgrade, as long as it's not for security reasons? I am really pleased, that with another piece of software, you were able to restore the system so that all was well again. Really enjoyed the Vlog, as always. Thank you very much. Take Care. (Spoolbox).

[@anthonysmith-storey9247]

Hey Spoolbox. We were having a great day until the power issues. We did have the oven on which is what was using the power. Pete and Caroline were fab, so grateful they were with us. We are with you re the generator giving enough power to stop the batteries draining. No idea why it happened. We used to call upgrades down grades in the NHS 😂. Vetus have been to the boat to check the motor. They have sorted a corrupt file they found and it seems to have helped. Hope you have a lovely weekend ❤