I Quit My Dream Job For Youtube. | Expedition Evans 52

[@dalewatson7982]

I was lucky, I was able to do this in my earlier 40s,back in the 80s, never sailed in our lives, bought a 45ft ketch, did 28thousand see miles, and then got caught on land shit after 10yrs. I'm 81 now and reliving my sailing days through you guys. Keep going.

[@phillipbrown8988]

I would strongly advise leaving exterior teak unvarnished. It can look after itself without any special treatment. Untreated teak cockpit seats and soles are also far kinder to bare feet and are very slip resistant. Do remember when cleaning to use salt rather than fresh water as fresh water left lying will stain the teak. Whatever you do if sanding teak do so ACROSS the grain, sanding along the grain regularly will ruin the wood leaving it almost corrugated. If the teak becomes stained mix up a mild oxalic acid solution, apply with a cloth or paint brush (use rubber gloves !) allow it work for 15 minutes or so - this will take out the stain and also brighten up the teak without any harm. An oxalic acid solution will also lift rust stains out of fibreglass and remove yellowing around the waterline, just remember to rise off thoroughly after use.

[@1425race]

Oxalic acid is amazing stuff. You can use it at various strengths to remove rust stains from almost anything including clothes. I use it mixed with glycerine to treat varroa mites in my beehives. I suspect if you will find it in the ingredients list on many brandname cleaners.

[@stevejones9788]

And don't waste money buying the marine teak cleaners. You can buy powder really cheaply by the pound . I use 2oz to the gallon to clean teak. It also removes rust stains off paintwork !

[@lanceaustin2535]

As a professional pilot, I admire your courage to walk away. I can’t imagine, with all it takes to become a pilot, quitting for another passion. I must admit, since COVID, flying, eating in restaurants and staying in hotels, is not as fun as it once was. The best parts of my day are when I’m strapped in that cockpit. The rest, just isn’t what it used to be. For that, I say congrats. I will continue to watch your channel, as I really enjoy the both of you. Good luck and God Bless. ~Lance~

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

I appreciate that there are some guys who hung in there. We need good pilots and the weird hiring plans sound like that might be in jeopardy.

[@odyshopody9387]

You walked away from my dream job and went straight to my dream retirement! Glad to see you guys living the dream, and not looking back. I'm sure you'll take all of us on some amazing adventures!

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

it wont last for long, money will soon run out and youtube keeps changing their algorithm to pay creators less. This is hardly a retirement.

[@hidesertmusic]

How many of us are celebrating your independence with you? I would say that 100% of your subscribers are admiring your guts, your focus and your unending joy through every challenge. The heroes of Marvel comics should learn from the two of you. You are amazing! Thanks for letting us all be part of Expedition Evans greatest adventure yet. Can’t wait to travel to and through your next one. God bless.

[@runt262]

I hate how natural your ads are. Consider that a compliment. Brett, congrats on being able to build a lifestyle that fits your employment. Congrats Jade on building a lifestyle that can support your lifestyle.

[@davidbroman8391]

Congratulations on your new “job”. Change is always a little scary. I retire at the end of August after 41 years in the same profession. Look forward, don’t worry about your decision. Enjoy the what life brings you every day. ⛵️That’s my plan.

[@spicoli9584]

Nice man bun dude

[@jarodsimmons2542]

Tilex is the best thing I've ever used for mold or mildew on my boat, it just melts away

[@freyja4954]

Just make sure that you hydrate the vinyl after using a product like that as it can leech out a lot of the plasticizers causing it to dry out.

[@bigbellyclub9168]

A mighty big step Brett and well done for living your dream. You have a great rock beside you, supporting you.

[@janpuetthoff2772]

Martha’s Vineyard: My home. My sweet Home. Only found this Channel this week and can’t stop watching. The Lagoon is where we live.

[@zgreyling7340]

The way you do the adds for your sponsers while still going about your fun activities is so creative!! I even listened and didnt fast forward through it. 🙈😁

[@catspaw3815]

ya, i liked the way Jade did the VPN endorsement while closing up the companionway

[@djussel]

I like when you guys tell us where you are. The map is a nice touch too.. Thanks!! Head over to Menemsha for a peaceful sunset one night.

[@douglasmiller1467]

Indirect cooking brother, turn one of the burners off and move the fish away from the burner and close the lid, takes longer but it works.

[@julielatwinas7500]

My husband and I love watching you both. Your living my husbands dream. He came to Florida with the idea to live on a sailboat, until he met me. Met at age 40 still working ok now were 66 and 69 married 23 years to old to sail. So we do have a 5th wheel. But it's not like sailing. I get sea sick. He gave it up for me. So when we watch you two we enjoy it so much. You did a great job on your boat. It's beautiful. We did sail in BVI twice. Beautiful. Be careful, be safe. Julie and Ed

[@201francois]

Join Facebook sailing and liveaboard group! Question comes up all the time and plenty of people begin in their sixties and sail well in their 70s. Sea sickness some overcome it some never do unfortunately

[@Leadfoot70]

Buy a cleaning product called a Magic Eraser and use it to finish off those spots -- they are truly amazing on boats. Might have saved yourself a bit of time had you started there, but it's the journey not the destination. :).

[@65clifton]

My recipe for cleaning canvas: ¾ cup of bleach ¼ cup of a mild laundry soap (Deft works well) Mix into one gallon of water. Apply to canvas using a sponge with a nylon net on it (like bug sponge) or a medium bristle brush. Need to be gentle around the thread. Air Dry. The bleach is key here. It will kill the mildew.

[@godofllies]

Episode 52 = 1440p and I love it.

[@maddogrichter8054]

Wonderful! We are a couple years behind, j]kinda bing watching. I am addicted to your channel!

[@freddienh]

I can't believe that after 50 years in Vineyard Haven Harbor - I missed you! You two with the wicked(and my kids about your age) would definitely have found you. SO; I hope you come back next summer.

[@louka1969]

Folex to clean fabrics and hard surfaces.. no scrub spray on and rinse... You can get it at Lowes or Home Depot .. Works like a charm i even believe it will remove the marker on your trim piece inside...

[@DD-xx8wh]

I found for light rust, try a little white vinegar, mold bleach solution seems to work, varnish heat gun and scraper and a light sand if needed, then oil when needed or natural grey. Lots of different ideas out there....Congrats ,you've created such a nice boat!

[@franksherman992]

Heat gun and scarper will take old varnish off real easy

[@davemoulding8799]

You need to buy a small electric power washer , that will work great on a boat

[@sterlingthomas523]

We love your channel and all the hard work you have put into your boat. We own a wooden boat and please try a heat-gun next time you want to remove varnish. It will make your life so much easier :)

[@jackspears8368]

Brett and Jade, I wish you well on your journey as full time sailors. I commend you for taking the risk of leaving a job to fulfill your dream. I always enjoy your videos, so much! Safe travels to you and your dogs. Keep the content coming.

[@Backnine907]

I would suggest Scotch Guarding the top and underneath of your dodger. We did that on our boat after we cleaned ours and it works like a charm. Not only waterproofs the canvas bot eliminates any future mold issues.

[@1425race]

I agree but make sure you wash the salt off the top before you Scotchguard.

[@over-there]

Dont need to remove the old varnish, scuff sand it with 220 sandpaper it will look white, dont worry it will be clear when new varnish is applied, that way the next coat of varnish will adhere, knock off the loose stuff, apply more varnish, remember to scuff it between coats if it dries. Thats how we keep 12 coats of varnish on, minimum of 6,and it adds to its character. Darkened wood would need sanding or it will remain dark, if its been exposed a long time it may need a coat of oil, wipe excess, let dry for a week, then sand the wood a little and varnish, varnish doesnt last long down here, my methodology

[@relevart7991]

Here is my take at the propane regulator. Close the tank first, second open all valves then close all valves. Finally open the tank valve a tiny bit and close it again. Repeat this process many times. The idea is to increase the pressure inside the regulator very slowly, I would say over a minute. The regulator has a membrane and the different pressure on each side is what makes it work opening the tank valve to fast messes things up. By the way make sure the jet on the burners are clean, use a needle to open it up if plugged. Hope this helps!

[@weedknoll]

Sweet! Super happy for you both! And for me. Cuz, More Evans Videos!

[@william6526]

When your sanding next to a surface like the fiberglass put painters tape on the fiberglass or a surface you don't want to scratch with the sander. It really helps protect anything you may hit with the orbital sander.

[@charlie_robin]

Gives me hope!! Thanks for sharing and happy adventures:)

[@shaunrawlins6404]

You done a good job with the sanding there, and with the news of you quitting your job.

[@carterluman6695]

Good job! Kinda reminds of the song "Take This Job and Shove It". Looking forward to living vicariously (as others have mentioned) through your adventure. Go get it!!!! ...no excuse for watching Game of Thrones without you....unacceptable Jade, shame on you.

[@cfvhr]

Late to the episode, ironically because I’ve been too busy flying and doing sim checks. Congratulations on unbuckling the seatbelt and following your dream lifestyle! You might no longer have a flying job, but one never ceases to be a pilot. Keep going for joyrides - they’re such fun to watch - and enjoy the sailing! Oh and the satisfaction from sanding teak down to new is quite fantastic isn’t it? We did our cockpit a few years ago… amaaaazing.

[@fxpthl]

Unbelievable kids! I subscribed when you first started the boat rebuild and have viewed, I think, every posting. What you have accomplished in this past year or so is amazing and deserves a Big BRAVO! Praying for much more in the future, with sharing your adventures with all of us!

[@timmitchell8784]

Replace the regulator. If you turn the knob and it doesn’t look like the flame gets smaller. The spring inside it has weakened and is no longer pushing it closed. I work in the field. Thanks for the great video always look forward to watching. Love ya Timmy

[@GregMurphyCanFixIt]

Yep, agreed.

[@kurtb369]

Congrats B&J ! almost hitting 100K subs !

[@StevenPendleton]

Soft scrub with chlorine works wonders on lots of things. Bleach/chlorine is the key for mold.

[@RoyalJoke248]

Research teak cleaners. There are easy cleaners to un grey teak. Teak oils are easy to apply to help to preserve your teak. They protect the teak. I was a boat hand on a yacht. Yeah varnished teak sucks. Wash it. Oil it from time to time to preserve it. Oh yeah! Congrats on your NEW career!

[@paulcote3061]

On my BBQ, I removed the label on the knob of the regulator and adjusted the center screw to set the pressure. I had to increas for windy confitions. good luck.

[@palmettohall]

3 cleaning products I use on my boat after trying everything else: 1) Soft Scrub: sparingly for rust and other tough spots on fiberglass 2) 30 Second cleaner: sparingly for mold spots on anything including Sunbrella. Works Amazing. Gallon at Home Depot for $10 3) Cascade: on teak. I leave our teak natural, no oil. Clean with liquid cascade and scrub brush then rinse rinse rinse every 4-6 weeks

[@alex-bf2bi]

Nice leap of faith leaving job, and going full time for yourselves.

[@christophersnow4412]

Love your videos and been watching for a while and first time writing For the mold on the canvas, try soft scrub soap with bleach, it is cheap and works great and easy to get. You can use it straight without a water mix and then use clean water to wash the soap off. This stuff helps protect the canvas too from future growth. For the BBQ, get a copper cooking matt. It will keep your grille clean and stops the oil and grease from dripping into the bottom pan and saves the grille and from clogging up the burner and control of the gas. I would also recommend connecting a hose from your main propane tank and not use the little cans. Looking forward to see your future adventures, keep then coming

[@stephenshort839]

Wow good thing you checked the water in the exhaust. 👀🤔😲👍

[@w.neddusharm6432]

I mentioned once before Wet & Forget get it at the hardware store put it in a spray bottle mysticon walkaway. That will take care of your mold issue

[@swatsullivan]

Great journey! Really cool to Go back here and see these parts of your beginning. I can feel the excitement! Happy sailing!!

[@ausbinpippin5411]

You are a great couple and I really do enjoy your channel. Your progress on working on your boat is progressing is amazing. Stay safe and enjoy life and each other.

[@william6526]

Adjust the air on the burner and that white flame should go away. I had to add a separate valve to lower the heat because the factory valves are set to high. You can buy a inline valve that is very small at a good hardware store. I can now turn our bbq. Down where there's hardly a blue flame showing.

[@michellegaeb2291]

It’s true, I’m outside the US and a subscriber. Watching from Panama 🇵🇦

[@RichardRoger1966]

I've watched a number of cruisers who peel labels before getting back to their boat. And with a Sharpee write on any cans what it was. Paper labels often will house bugs of many varieties, so I have been lead to believe... Seems like an easy way to help reduce the 'little' critter population on your boat. Also noting that cans left in the bilge will rust if they get wet/damp and you could lose that identifier, so frequent rotation is suggested.

[@billmccolgan3798]

We only get one shot at life so grasp the opportunity and go for it. Enjoy the dream and I'm looking forward to some great video's.

[@Mechone11]

For the teak semco ,you won't regret it no more sanding flaking and it will look like new, wipe on a couple times a year with a cloth My beneteau is a 94 and teak looks new

[@thomasharff7559]

For cleaning the mold off of the cover Use simple green I have a white convertible top on my car and it gets moldy when it sits in storage and after I clean it it looks like new.

[@Neptune730]

You may want to check out Drill Brush. I may be useful for boat cleaning. I learned about them from the KZbinr The Detail Geek. Congrats on your Resignation and being able to do what you want to do. That's awesome for the four of you. (can't forget the dogs) Safe travels!

[@leozeek]

Congratulations on quitting your primary job. I retired for the 5th time in July of last year and I am truly enjoying other projects & activities!

[@Diver420420]

Great news…..looking forward to more videos!!😀👍🏻

[@larrypederson1370]

Loved the shot of the Big Dipper,Little Dipper, and Northstar

[@mikewilliams1842]

When I read the title I just laughed and thought, "no way, he's not that crazy". lol But then, all the other sailing channels I've been watching for years (yes, I live vicariously through all you guys) don't have regular jobs either but they're still sailing around the world. So congratulations! I can't wait to see what happens next. Oh what, now you'll have more time to edit! LOL

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Jade does all the editing.

[@Mechone11]

You need to adjust the air mix slot on BBQ you don't want a yellow flame , blue with some yellow or the burner may be plugged with spiders or crud

[@garydivan4992]

I agree with Chris as a start. I had similar problem with the regulator on my Kuuma grill, but the opposite, not enough flame. Did some tinkering and discovered a screw underneath the label on top of the knob. It allowed me to adjust the gas flow. No need for a new regulator. Worked for me. Currently living aboard Steadfast, our Hylas 49 for the last 4 years in SE Connecticut. Have thoroughly enjoyed your journey restoring your new home.

[@daroltoops9129]

Dream big and then make it happen! You two are my favorite KZbinr channel!

[@stevenholton438]

Your epilogue brought me to tears ...beautiful!

[@mrpurcountry]

You guys are definitely living the dream, hope you have made a good ground on your mast in case of lightning strike

[@brentmeyer4162]

Leave the cockpit teak bare. A lot easier to maintain with once or twice a year 2 step cleaner & brightener...Plus better grip!

[@rogermace4516]

Congratulations on your new life path, all the very best wishes from Qld. Australia

[@robertmarquis3529]

Congratulations happy travels and fair winds

[@berinslaptop]

To remove rust oxide you need to use an ACID... normally (chemistry) it will help with many aspects of BOAT life. You will find your self using vinegar for many things on the boat. Also let me introduce you to orange/lemon zest's!!! They are amazing as well FYI!!!!! do some google homework you will understand quickly why.

[@mikewilliams4499]

Fair winds as you set out on this new voyage. Respect🙏

[@kylepurvis6231]

Dont sand the bare teak, there’s a two part cleaner that you can apply, one is a cleaner the second part neutralizes the cleaner and brings the teak to a golden brown. Then you can just maintain it every year!

[@1425race]

Good suggestion, now all you have to do is tell us all what the product is - brands etc., and we can go and check it out.

[@rboston33]

You're right next door to 100k subscribers! Great job.

[@wilsonng911]

I use pool chlorine on white mouldy and stained surfaces. It is cheap and scrub free.

[@Mark-dn9xw]

Congratulations guys from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #livingthedream

[@ram_1776]

Exciting to be self employed, you have a great platform to make a living. Waiting for the next video. Be safe.

[@Dunno513]

Replace those sun faded cup holders in the table stat! Stainless will look amazing there. Also, those regulators come in different flow levels iirc.

[@timlarcombe9096]

You have both worked so hard you deserve now to enjoy your new adventures.

[@Verb130]

Easy old stained fiberglass gel coat cleanup. First a quick clean with muriatic acid (hydrochloric acid) with appropriate precautions, then 1500 and 2000 grit sand paper, rubbing compound, and finally a good polishing wax. This is for very stained, and scuffed up gel coat, were you are about to re-gelcoat as a last resort.

[@mikemarriam]

Congratulations. I hope you are successful on this new journey.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

It will be interesting to see your hurricane experience. We are up the Hudson and needed to move out of the marina we had spent the last month in doing an electronics refit post lightning-strike. This marina is in Catskill Creek and 10 years ago every marina on the Creek got wiped out by Irene when floodwater rushed out of the Catskill Mountians. So we left last night and anchored out on the Hudson River. There are a handful of other boats weathering the rain and so-far light winds out here as Henri is headed right at us dumping inches and inches of rain. Hope you guys are safe too. Fair winds.

[@TheSkidon]

Me too - haven't heard a thing since yesterdays vlog dump.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

We just got back to our marina today. We should have stayed on the hook a few more days. It's an extreme heat warning here in the Hudson Valley yet out on the hook it was comfy and breezy. In the slip it is oppressive. But at least there's a nice pool to cool off in.

[@alexziegler8067]

Don't sand anymore, you don't have to, unless other parts of the deck are varnished. I worked in a yacht yard, we used teak cleaner and then oil, your preference really but old looking silver teak, apply teak cleaner, oil and it looks great, enjoying your videos, thank you

[@stephengilbert5612]

Just discovered you . Pleased for you . It won,t all be easy but i,m sure you will enjoy your adventures. Stay safe, Best wishes from England UK.

[@Soccerkid-z8t]

Congratulations!!! What an amazing sentiment at the end of the video. You two seem to so genuine and that resonates through the camera.

[@robm7543]

Quit your pilot job? Oh wow... One heck of a step towards your new dream.. good luck guys!

[@robftzptr4438]

Well done, guys. Enjoy the fruits of your labors and Godspeed.

[@scottymagillacutty]

Wink Rust Stain Remover works good as well.

[@Davidhamnett]

Your living our dreams too! Thank you so much, for those of us who can’t leave our jobs or/and responsibilities, you have done us proud! Love your content and hard work! From Clevedon UK

[@williammarshall299]

Congratulations, Brett!!! So inspiring what you and Jade have done.

[@michelvanbommel1502]

Thank you for charing the videos love to watch them greetings from the netherlands

[@StevenPendleton]

You guys are an awesome example of what hard work can get you!

[@glennledbetter948]

Bold move. I don't think you will look back and regret this move. It won't be easy but it will be worth it. I wish my skill set would allow me to do the same. Maybe someday.

[@stevecrombie5357]

Quite a step to leave a job you love and sail off in a new direction. 100k subscribers is just around the corner and is but the beginning I believe. As your sailing adventures go full time the audience will grow.

[@steelboss337]

Congrats on the BIG decision! I applaud the courage you both exude and the ability to take on risk most people would grow pale, from hand repairing a cruiser to quitting your day job. Bravo, bravo. Live your best life. Break convention. …and continue to let us live vicariously through you!

[@MRMV483]

It is definitely good that you guys cleaned off that varnish and smoothed it out! I enjoy the look of weathered (grey) teak and you won’t have to worry about revarnishing, re-oiling etc.

[@Valerie_Dawn]

The wood will be destroyed by allowing it to grey. It needs to have the oils sealed in either with oil or varnish. Spar varnish or teak oil will both do well in the marine environment.

[@tomriley5790]

@@Valerie_Dawn pretty sure this isn't true - lots of boats have unfinished teak all over them.

[@simonmaton]

The wood will NOT be destroyed, it will be fine. Oiling and varnishing is for showroom effect only, jumping on that wagon, is jumping on the high-maintenance forever wagon, a ride you do not need to take... :-)

[@kevinwalsh6450]

I'm with Valerie on this, been wood working for 40 odd years and I love using recycled Teak and it needs oil or varnish to protect it

[@svbarryduckworth628]

What destroys teak is sanding and cleaning. Throw a little oil like real tung oil on it a few times a year and it will outlast the boat. Hopefully the teak on this boat was glued and not screwed and bunged. Sanding often makes the bungs so thin they pop right out. Then you have real trouble. Teak decks are killed by kindness -not by neglect. Never Sand them, never wash with a pressure washer. That takes years off of their life. The dark grey is just discoloration caused by oxidation of the oils on the surface. Washing it off is stripping a layer right off of it. It is kust as bad as sanding -worse because it pulls more of the softer material from in between the grains. Once the grains start to form ridges and valleys then more surface area is exposed and the wood ages faster.

[@erichhuegli9313]

Shame that you would give up your dream job. You could accomplish both. Good luck with the new chapter

[@bigwallyhdfb]

Congrats enjoy your time looking forward to seeing your videos

[@MrByrdmann]

Takes balls to do what you did. I’m a pilot for Southwest. Working my butt off. Money is really good but have to admit. What good is money if all you do is work. Enjoy your journey. Make it work. There will be some sacrifices that will come but trust in your gut. I’m a fan of the show and have watched since the beginning.

[@mickeymelton66]

Good on you dear souls. Stay strong. Ignore the haters…yes, ignore evil haters. Keep the videos real. Mickey

[@smulismuli7976]

Genuine people go long way in life. Congratulations!

[@graemeday4195]

Onwards and upwards, no regrets. I had cancer 4 years ago, big wake up call that life is WAY too short. Loving the vlogs and following your adventures yogether x

[@ernie7065]

Congrats on your retirement. One of the best sailing vlogs without the complaining and wining of a few others.... an unbelievably hard working couple. I got fired at 58. 83 now. Never looked back. The world is beautiful and you are well on your way to live it.

[@thomassumilch3433]

Oxalic acid helps against rust and brown stains on the water pass. Simply dissolve in water and apply with the sponge. rust disappears in no time. Greetings from Vanora from Germany