Our SALVAGE Sailboat KEEL install | Expedition Evans 24

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Welcome to Expedition Evans. We bought our 2008 Beneteau 49 after it had been ran aground and deemed salvaged. Over the past several months we've been documenting our journey of grinding and sanding to rid the boat of all the bad fiberglass. We then cleaned up the mess and laid hundreds of pounds of new fiberglass and epoxy both inside and outside the boat. Not to mention re drilling keel bolt holes, rebuilding the sump box, media blasting the keel, fairing and painting the keel...there's been a lot going on. An error in almost any one of the previous steps could mean that the keel doesn't line up just right and would require some serious work to fix it.
Today we find out.
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With love
The Evans'
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Our Boat
2008 Beneteau 49
3 cabin 2 head
4JH4-TE
Westerbeke generator
Mast, sails and rig are in excellent condition and in storage
Here's what we think we know about her past. Keep in mind we bought her at auction without ever meeting the owner! The owner was sailing along and ran aground - hard. Hard enough that the keel pivoted and pushed the aft end up into the hull. This force cracked the internal grid in several places and broke a portion of the grid free from hull. At some point an inspection was done, insurance was called and decisions were made. See • We Buy a SALVAGE SAILB... for how we came to own her!
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[@djpWilson]

I might have choked up a little when that keel went on like a glove. :)

[@leonardojoseknye9610]

So do I.

[@carlestler]

So did I.

[@joedranschak1057]

Me too! Big sigh of relief 😌

[@karllewis735]

It's the dust, I think. Or maybe my allergies were acting up.

[@inixio11]

Thanks everyone. I thought I was the only one =)

[@pwilisch]

I saw last week's episode and your comments of the hate remarks you were receiving - I was shocked. I, for one, wanted to let you know that I appreciate the time and effort you put into documenting your journey and generous enough to share it with the world. To witness positive people full of optimism, an inspiring couple with obvious love and respect for each other warms my heart and reaffirms my faith that there are people that transend the toxic environment that we currently find ourselves. I admire the fearlessness both of you have in the face of the monumental task ahead. You have a fan. Best of luck and I look forward to all your future installments!

[@jeannem6723]

it's really a testament to how depraved our society has become to see people who could be cruel to such great, courageous young folks. We need to work on that!

[@stephenrrose]

You Two warm my heart! Great to see your hard work, Blood, Sweat and tears all come together with the Boat, Keel and Rudder all together! Just wanted you to know that through everything going on in this crazy world, it's nice to take a break and see a crazy couple in love and work so hard on a common dream! Thank you for bringing us along! Your Paramedic in Michigan! Which appreciates seeing the sunshine and warmer temps!

[@katmanclancy]

Out of everybody else in a boat right now, and there are lots of fixer sailor vids or just sailing, this is very special you have no idea how much and how far your journey will inspire young and old to reach, and just the energy that you two are exuding right now is actually a medicine in its self x.

[@drats1279]

If you encounter the paper towel shredding in the hole problem again take a smaller diameter tapered lag bolt and insert it in the hole. Move and rotate the lag bolt up and down in the hole and it should grab your paper towel and remove it. You and your lovely wife are doing a great job. Watching you work with fiberglass reminds me of my younger days repairing old corvettes. Keep having fun.

[@Hermandbl7]

This was the culmination of countless hours, days and weeks; Really, I wasn't counting, were you? I have been anticipating and waiting for this huge day ever since you dropped the keel. This day was huge also because it symbolized the marriage of the hull with it's mate, the keel and that union signaled the beginning of the end to a giant restoration for this boat! I have built houses from the ground up; I've built a few cars from the frame up. I know and I am sharing the joy you both must have been feeling when that sculpted piece of pig-iron was hung once again from that beautiful 49 ft. hull. May you never have to tackle such a daunting challenge again and may you take great pride in your amazing accomplishment!

[@brianmann01]

I am very impressed with your combined attitudes and willingness to learn each and every process that you undertook to get the boat to this stage. We live in a very questionable world. At 64 years old, I am troubled by events going on around us. You have both demonstrated that there are still young intelligent people with a thirst for what’s over the next horizon and around the next corner. As simple as that may seem to you, for me it is a huge breath of fresh air. I look forward to your continuing adventures.

[@StevenPendleton]

So perfectly said!

[@fhoinstall]

I started watching somewhat in reverse however you guys made me a believer in you both because you took on each challenge as it came your way as though a great dream was behind it! Emagin that. This is where I was caught up in all you dreamed and emagined you could do. This was my dream once... I wish I was a pirate. But now I'm 68, but I'm so happy I can live vicariously through you guys. Hey buy the way your girl rocks, hard working, deep dreaming with youa helper in your life. All most of us dream of, you guys rock!!!!

[@dougmyers6013]

I woke this morning anticipating the video I expected yesterday, thinking, "They're busy, it will get here". I left Savannah drove to Crestview, Florida stopping 2 times to stretch my legs and check to see if the video had posted; 450 miles in 6.5 hours, finally I saw the post then put it off until I could sit and watch it all the way thru! Imagine an old guy rooting for your success, I enjoy the result of your hard work, already waiting for next week! Thanks for sharing, I revel in your success!

[@carlestler]

The best there is on KZbin! Thanks for letting us watch your awesome victory.

[@allencrooks4426]

You two ROCK, I follow many sailing channels and by far I look forward to your new episodes more than any others! In the 80s I spent a year cruising the South Pacific and only hope the two of you find the beauty and awe of living on the water in the boat YOU gave so much of your time and love into creating. I wish you Fair Winds and Following seas in your adventure!! Cheers from Tennessee

[@larryleckness137]

JADE don't let the haters ever get the best of you!!!!! You are joy to watch!!!!!!

[@idadho]

Jade, You don't need to use words to express how you are feeling. You are glowing. Nothing says more than that. I don't think it is the acetone fumes...... When does Brett smile bigger? With the boat and keel or in a pilot's seat? That elusive squeaker or roll the wheels landing gets big smiles. The keel setting was a sweet roll it on landing. Congrats.

[@nwrvt]

Some are fortunate enough to follow their dream. Few are able to create that dream. You two are inspiring. I look forward to following your worldly adventures.

[@devonmike]

I love your attention to detail, like smoothing out the 5200 mastic around the keel plate so it looks nice and neat. You two are a joy to watch, your enthusiasm is infectious, your are now nearing the clean up and refurbish phase.... can’t wait to see you sail off and realise your dream.

[@larryboles629]

Well done! It is said that 5200 is forever. I enjoy watching the love you two share. Warms the cockles of this old heart. Be happy, be safe.

[@gordonmatthews4033]

You have both done so well, amazingly well. Your videos so far are all about what your doing to repair your yacht and your adventure, rather than promoting yourselves. Please keep this in mind as you progress with your adventure on the high seas. You both come over as exceptionally nice grounded people who clearly are besotted with each other, don’t lose that focus. .

[@potterkelly487]

Thank you! You have been in my thoughts all week. Jade, you are the third person in the last couple of weeks that have done a blog about the nastiness of trolls. U-tube needs to do something about these people, or they will loose people like you in the USA, UK, France that I love to watch. 🇨🇦

[@goleafsgo8496]

Agreed but it is such a hard thing to control. Different laws in different countries, sadly the posters have to maintain a thick skin and dump the negative BS at the door. Suspending an account they merely move on and open another one using a VPN or some other hiding tactic. It sucks as we love that they share so much with us but it does attract the haters, despicable.

[@tyroneshulace3203]

I don't mind cutting loose on the Trolls & Negative Nellies. Just ask for their "experience" in or on the subjest matter at hand? Ask what major projects they have completed to a successful conclusion? Ask them what have they actually done that was a dream/passion of theirs? What are their current dreams, hobbies, interests & projects?

[@philgray1023]

Unfortunately the only first approach would be no anonymous posting. If you had to verify who you actually are and have accessible contact details before you got to post there might be some restraint shown. When I post, it is done using my real name. Some ability to report trolls, then cancellation of their posting access could be used.

[@potterkelly487]

@@philgray1023 you have to register with u-tube to be able to use it. U-tube has the info on all the subscribers, why can they not unsubscribe the nasties? Your name is pretty generic, my last name is very identifiable.

[@ownsplays5699]

Each episode is getting closer to the best day of your lives as boat owners, Splash Day!!

[@dansmith8550]

Can’t imagine the amount of excitement after everything you have gone through to this point. Congratulations to a successful mating of keel and hull.

[@andrewdarrell]

Finally!!! 🙌🏻 celebration!! 💃🏼🕺🏼

[@triplefoam]

"Let's" rock and roll kids! Everyone is awaiting with great anticipation "YOUR STORY" together as it unfolds on this journey! You are doing an amazing job kids and we love your personalities/perspectives and determination! Don't get caught up in all the drama of everyday life challenges or the haters that troll youtube. Hold on to the precious little things in life that make your future travels/journey together ever so special to YOU! Trust me, the rest of your youtube family will be there for you as you two allow us to be apart of your adventures in life!

[@BillB23]

Well said!

[@charlievoges4615]

A natural lift is imported every time watching you guys

[@stevebaker4728]

The big deal Keel begins to make it seems like you will soon be sailing! A benchmark for sure. Planning, measuring, and tenacity prevails!! You rock!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

I am way too weak to tighten a nut that tight. What an incredibly strong man and a well leveraged torque wrench!

[@maxnex7676]

The satisfaction on their faces when the keel went on so smoothly said more than a thousand words.

[@alpho7724]

Just remember one thing the more successful you guys be come you going to have a people that are jealous of what you all are doing and hate you, because they do not want to get out of their own comfort zone to do something good for themselves they are like crabs in a basket they try to pull you down to the level but don't come down to their level keep your head up and keep shinin, and reach for the star. Love you guys Patrick

[@richiemoore6708]

Guys the keel went on perfectly because of all your great prep work , well done guys . Keep up the great work .

[@irwfcm]

I'm glad you're listening to the many tens of thousands of people that thoroughly enjoy your videos (and you guys of course) instead of a handful of idiots and morons. I'm so excited for you guys. I like the project videos, but I can't wait to see you guys enjoying all the hard work under sail with the wind in your face looking forward to adventure in front of you. Let's go!

[@popsoldboats3406]

That is so much better than it has ever been. I was out on the water today sailing and funny thing is I was thinking of you two lovely kids. Yes your kids in my mind just like you would see me and say that old man. Anyway I was thinking you have taken a high priced vessel and made it better than any other in its class. This is from someone who has been working on boats since 1979. You are doing it way better than anyone else would. Have a happy and blessed life. I am still pissed that any one would say hateful things to you two.

[@caerven2]

My favorite couple on the entire boating WWW. Jade is the sweetest, most amazing, hardest working and most capable female ever. Some CorrosionX in the keel mounting holes? Love you guys.

[@hinahanta]

Absolutely happy for you guys! Congratulations!

[@MrEdgargravel]

It is heartening to watch you guys accomplish this. I too, am a "400' and a quarter mile inbound over the outer marker" guy. When I retired from the Army 20 years ago, we were either going to get a sailboat to wander (RYA yachtmaster's ticket from the mid 80's) or an airplane (I now own a Mooney). We picked the airplane. Being an engineer, I am smart enough to not fix what I fly and not fly what I fix. There are trained and competent people to do that. But for sailing? Every day during any rental I care to mention has me wandering about with a screwdriver and tools in my hand to fix something. Sailing is not just going where Gaia permits, it is also about looking after the boat. You folks approach this with a pilot's understanding of risks and competence required to mitigate them and with an engineer's (I am also an engineer) need to overbuild (just in case). I love watching this. I have every confidence you will do well and stay safe. At the beginning of the series, I had my doubts - perhaps biting off more than the two of you could handle - but you both know what is "safe" and what is "possible." Remember Brett, the difference between flying and sailing is that we have seconds in the air to prevent disaster (always preparing for it) but somewhat longer to do the same at sea (again always prepared for it). Our stated wishes to each other are similar ("clear skies and tailwinds" for flying versus "fair winds and following seas" for sailing). You bought yourself more boat than most folks in your circumstances would, so it will be enjoyable to watch and see how you exploit it. Not a coastal keel or twin keels, so beaching it in the shallows in the bahama's is not really an option - but Beneteaus point well and will haul closer to the wind than many other designs so you will have more options for passages. No skeg, so the rudder will obviously need protecting. I know you have not finished the refit. There are spaces to clean up belowdecks, mechanical systems to check out, electrical and electronic systems to either overhaul or install and a whole host of things to do. We (my wife and I) will enjoy watching you two travel our "road not taken." Fair winds and following seas to you. We know you are in good hands with each other.

[@2011Madtrucker]

I normally do not comment on videos. But i felt needed to let you both know i have been watching all your clips and i'm so proud of what and how you have completed everything. watching how excited you both are about your keel being replaced just made me so happy. God Bless and fiar seas

[@larrymacaluso9051]

Well what can one say,,,all the hard work is now paying off, it has to be a great feeling reaching this mile stone, (one of many to come,) great job. Watching that keel going on was amazing to me, but the look on Jades face and watching her vibrating, jumping around and especially that beautiful smile says it all. On another subject and a very important one!!! Bret and Jade, l know your in a rush to get things done,,, but ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR EYES when using rotating equipment, ie; grinders, drilling and especially wire wheels (enough said). Thanks for sharing.

[@l.neilyoung1775]

Congratulations. You have tackled a rebuild job that very few people would even consider undertaking and you have done a fantastic job--both of you. I was a bit skeptical about all of those holes in the hull matching the bolts in the keel, but how can you not appreciate a perfect fit. Again, great job! I have no doubt that the remainder of the refit will go just as well and I look forward to watching.

[@Verb130]

Lesson learned. A air compressor is an essential shop tool just like a power drill and sander. A small "pancake" or "hotdog" air compressor would have saved a lot of time. Your attention to detail is awesome. Well done.

[@leeh.4453]

Now that's a good keel -- cheap at twice the price. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Evans....

[@Archadies]

Tearing it down and rebuilding any machine like this creates such a sense of ownership. You will have problems ever letting it go.

[@sailorman8590]

Congratulations on your keel install. You both worked hard and we love watching a “clean” sailing channel. Keep up the good work and videos!

[@paulstewart1626]

I discovered your channel yesterday and after watching Jade paint the bottom, I thought I should watch from the beginning. I saw the disaster which was removing the keel. I didn't have high hopes when it was put back on. The quality of your filmmaking is awesome. Well done. I will be watching the rest of your videos over the next few days.

[@chrisjohns7137]

Brilliant to see you both so happy after the sheer hard work, time and grit you've BOTH put into this. A million well dones. Thanks for sharing your journey. Let's now go out to the garage and carry on restoring that vintage car.

[@generossano2800]

You two are simply amazing. Courage, fortitude, perseverance, and love. Your mutual love is inspiring and renews my faith in mankind. Happy Keeel Day. God bless you both. I have been watching you for months. I have now foloewd you from E1 - E24. i hve loved every minute of your work.

[@BOARDMAN16456]

*GREAT JOB TROOPS, YOUS TWO ARE SHOWING THE WORLD NEW LIMITS, AND MY HAT OFF TO YOUS FOR NOT JUST PAYING PEOPLE TO DO EVERTHING, RESPECT FROM GLAS, SCO*

[@markgrant1933]

Great job! Just a tip, before sandblasting anything but a dab of grease on threaded areas. Also never underestimate how much garbage that shop vac can suck out of places like that. Also, one more thing, is lithium grease spread lightly all over does a great job and never allowing rust to return, and repels water like a champ. Hope this helps. You guys are so brave and devoted. You make me feel young again. So thanks!

[@user-ew9fx5di9e]

WHAT FUN ! I considered a sailboat back in the 90s be for the wonderful nav tools we have today. I decided it was over my head and wallet, also concerned I’d get lost out there! 😂 HAVE FUN 😃

[@bilgerat711]

I have really enjoyed watching your journey and being a boat owner of an older timber launch...appreciate just how much work is involved in a restoration-or even a small repair, loving seeing how far you have come along and the great job you are making on your boat. When all this Covid thing finallyr un's it's course we will be looking forward to see you both down-under in New Zealand enjoying our paradise in Godzone, (especially Northland)

[@jorgegorina8358]

I’m a guy of few words but I will say congratulations guys. I’m very happy for you guys. Great accomplishment. Nice to see you two making it happen together as a team. Wishing you all the best. Can’t wait to see your travels. YOLO!!! Live it... LETS’S

[@alpho7724]

I've been following you guys from the day you bought the boat and I have to say this is a job well done congratulation, Keep your dream alive. For someone that have been around the world free time on a sailboat, trust me the world is a beautiful place to see by sea

[@petersalter6878]

Congrats guys, I know we are watching this all from the past but have to say after following your journey I was just as emotional for you both to see the keel on. Your dedication, drive, love for each other and willingness to just get on with it is inspiring. Well done. Hoping to also be cruising in our own boat soon and hope that we cross paths one day.

[@bobuncle8704]

Quite FASTENating. You guys keeled it. 👍👍

[@Mechone11]

Add 2 anodes to your keel ,did it 3 years ago ,no more rust on haulout after 3 years in a row of rust on keel .I used teardrop style

[@Duderz]

I liked you in avenger's

[@duaneking2081]

where did you bolt them ? I just bought a Bene 50 ... I wish I can find a active owners web site.

[@chuckm.5032]

@@duaneking2081 start one - does not take much and you have the two things needed. A "50" and internet access. (This is coming from someone without out a boat so please forgive my impertinence.)

[@ExpeditionEvans]

spareparts.beneteauusa.com

[@Mechone11]

@@duaneking2081 drilled and tapped the side of the keel 1/4 -20 and bolted on with s/s screws , west marine should sell anodes or can order they are cheap $10 and worth not having rust , I use Martyr go to web site catalog. I used teardrop style to cut thru water ,less resistance CMT20 They also sell Beneteau anodes for prop and Euro style donut style which is thinner to fit between prop and skeg giving extra protection

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

I can't begin to understand why anyone would hit the thumbs down. Jealousy is the only reason I can think of.. Well, I am here to tell you that I am handicapped and cannot do much of anything anymore. Watching you two take life by the short ones and pull with all your might is absolutely mind blowing to me. If I could do it all over again, I would hope to be able to find people like you to see that LIFE IS WHAT YOU WANT IT TO BE!!!!! We did what was expected and got out of it two broken bodies. Not even close to your adventures and no great adventurous plan to look forward to!! Yes, I am living through you two!!! Please keep up with your LET'S plans and don't forget to bring us along... One Love!!!

[@anthonymiller8989]

Tony & Susan here, Just an insurmountable task and you have don it. Really we have built homes and cars and motorcycles but this boat was a 10 in the difficulty task range. Good Work.

[@PatrickKQ4HBD]

I couldn't handle the days bent over to work on the fiberglass.

[@sailing4life467]

Guys please don't stop making videos I love watching them your motivation and love for this project is so motivating.. I myself want to restore boats like this and watching you guys makes me wanna do it more and more. Keep up the amazing work guys I love ya'll

[@pauljenson8042]

extraordinary youthful exuberance. Your parents must be boastfully proud of your accomplishments, plus think you are both a little nuts for taking on such an insurmountable project. And yet here you are, now, experts at fiberglass and a whole lot of knowledge on boat construction. Keep up the good work !

[@mickeyfactory]

I'm super impressed with what yall have accomplished! I have a fixer upper myself in TX and I'm a virgin boat owner. I've learned so much from you guys. Thanks for taking me along.

[@graciegarland]

Amazing the precision it takes to line up the boat to the bolts in the keel. You guys did a great job documenting it.

[@davidantill6949]

Of the other monohull videos I watch on KZbin I would recommend Ran Sailing to you both. They are a bit older than you both and have a beautiful one year old daughter. They have previously sailed the world in a former boat and are now kitting out their latest boat to ready it for world cruising and have some great ideas. They have just also sailed around Sweden their home country and it shows you what to expect if you get to Europe/Scandinavia. I thoroughly recommend that channel to the two of you as I think they have many good ideas and lead a life you will soon be doing .😊

[@billyhinton9155]

This is capt. Bill wishing you all the joy to come. I am keeping a eye you kids. Keep it coming.

[@charlesgough3528]

I'm just astounded by how much of your soul is in this boat.

[@kevinhornbuckle]

And cheesecake. Don't forget the cheesecake!

[@SuperSnaky]

Yep... and epoxy too😁

[@charlesgough3528]

@@kevinhornbuckle and Pastries!

[@StevenPendleton]

You guys are the best things to happen to the Sailing World on KZbin! Jade you are a beautiful one of a kind woman! And Brett you seem like a great husband! I'm in love with both of you!!

[@Juliocmp74]

Hi guys I just find out about you today and I just can’t stop watching, from Episode 1 to 24 straight on my layover I had to see the Kiel back on the boat. After all that works I was really happy to see that Kiel back on. Tomorrow I’ll be flying back home to Rio de Janeiro Brazil and can’t wait do you keep on watching I will catch up with your actual videos. Aloha!

[@glensmith766]

August 9th, 2021. The keel fits this time as well!!! I'm binging, and I know you are in the water and sailing, but congrats on your hard work paying off!

[@russellpaci2562]

Great job guys. The repair, aligning the keel bolt holes. That's why the keel installation went so smoothly. you'll have piece of mind knowing that the keel will be there for a long long time. Will not be long now you'll be back in the water. Take care.

[@dougfaulkner6799]

Outstanding achievement. Well done you two. Well done. If I was there I'd give you both a bear hug and buy you a well deserved drink.

[@gardnep]

Another great vlog. I don’t know anything about boats, the important things to you are your families and close friends. Those commentators who are nasty don’t matter. They could be anywhere in the world. You don’t know them, so block them, physically if you can, and mentally. The important thing is your relationship. We all know you have done a good job. Keep safe.

[@mccoymrm]

Knowledge is one thing and intelligence is another. You both are extremely intelligent. Good work guys!

[@raymondbrown2107]

Love you both. Sank in 1989 , 280 miles off Newfou ndland rescued after 6 days. Very lucky as did not send Sos, Plus our radio beacon had been stolen. Stay safe . Bruno !

[@jackmcgonegal8728]

Bazinga! You rocked that keel install. As we'd say in the Navy, Bravo Zulu!!!

[@user-ny4bf2vq7u]

Scuba tank with old first stage makes great portable air. Just use low pressure side only. Works great and long time. A must to have. Wear your safety glasses or you will wished you had for the rest of your life. Great progress well done. Glad for you two.

[@freddienh]

So glad you too have such energy - because - as you're finding out - you'll need it! Best of wishes and thanks for having such great TEETH!

[@bradmottishaw467]

Wait, Haven't you been the eye candy all along while the boss does all the hard work? :) This was a momentous day I am sure, CONGRATULATIONS! and ignore the haters, there are many more of us who really appreciate and enjoy your channel.

[@SVImpavidus]

Wonderfull, positive, uplifting video. Made our day, well done team Evans. Sail Safe Guys, Ant, Cid & the pooch crew.

[@PatrickKQ4HBD]

Hello there! I just subscribed yesterday, based on your resume. So far, so wonderful! The newer videos are much more enjoyable to watch than the first three. 😉

[@Cartiluvsyoutube]

So Awesome. Fiberglassing was long and looked painful...I bet you’re so refreshed and uplifted now!

[@brianstier146]

I'm so excited for the both of you. You are the cutest couple. Your commitment and talent to not just this project but the commitment to your dreams and life are amazing entertainment. Thank you both and hope you both have a lifetime of this ahead of you.

[@33059081]

I am really glad for the both of you that you are sticking at making your videos as i have enjoyed them all the best ANDREW UK 🇬🇧

[@eovdubsvw8743]

Now comes all the interior install, I bet you’ll be watching all those disassembly videos. You guys did a excellent job on the glassing, well done.

[@pelacho2000]

I’m so happy the boat is getting ready......but I’m getting so sad because it’s going to an end, but I hope you will keep posting videos after you end on all the repairs, I hope you will post new videos of all yours sailing !!! Good luck in the future, all my love to you bought !

[@robynanderson1263]

You 2 are an inspiration, keep going so us coach potatoes can live our dreams that are past through you. Keep going so we can follow you as you set off around the world.

[@JohnKatzman]

Your inspiration and joy throughout the entire process is amazing. To get to watch two people who love each other, build accomplish a dream together is beautiful. I've sailed all over the world and hoping you and Brett get to do the same! Keep on going and never let trolls get you down, you're inspiring us all. ❤️ from Ohio to you both

[@darrenpotter2553]

Such a big moment, congratulations guys!!!!!

[@nickcooper14]

I was thinking, where is my Evan’s fix it’s Friday night😱. You can get Air in a Can at Office works or stationary place they use it for cleaning keyboards and computer boards. While your still at dock go see the workshop and get a couple of lengths of 316SS welding wire. Hands for getting dropped things and holding bits together.. love watching you guys work. It’s better than me doing it🤣🤣🤣

[@DR-zj4od]

Living & learning! Never stop. When at sea, you have to fix things with what you got on hand so you guys are learning how to solve problems early. Great job.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Great news, great philosophy! Glad to hear you're getting better Jade! Hi to all!

[@clifficus]

Just amazing to finally see the boat reunited with the keel, your work ethic is inspiring to watch, your both a credit to the younger generation, made an old 75 year old choke up a little when the final bolts were torqued down, Bravo 👏👏👏😃👍

[@ACKCSC2024]

Your Excitement and enthusiasm is so encouraging and contagious. You have captured the twinkle in your eyes and joy in your hearts on video. What a gift for us. I kept thinking of the anticipation of Christmas morning of a kid as I watched your video today. Lets.....keep the faith..

[@philippedaudi1056]

❤️You are simply fantastic. Clever, skillful, competent, resilient and very very sympathetic. Thank you so much for the inspiration❤️

[@poparcherdunn3189]

That was an awesome marriage of the keel. All the holes were aligned. Yea

[@bbraonain]

Thank you as always for sharing your adventures with us.

[@johnstoat8119]

Greetings from Ireland (Cork Harbour) congratulations on getting the keel reunited with the boat. We really enjoy the work ye guys are doing. Keep up the good work. Ye should be very proud of yourselves 🇨🇮

[@markallen8679]

I suppose you didn't forget to finish the bottom of the keel, I just didn't see it done so I thought I'd mention it for fun! Great job guys!

[@IIIIIIPETEIIIIII]

A major milestone! Well done!

[@peteschram9524]

Well done you two have done so much and done it so well it’s awesome fair winds and following seas to you thanks for including us in your adventure

[@paulbramley9009]

Hip hip hurrah. It was a long process . Good to be with you all the way . A true inspiration for those that run aground and need to fix their keel. Im sure you will both cry when it goes in the water. Buy the best depth sounder money can buy

[@Davidcallard]

CONGRATULATIONS!! What an achievement! I'm slowly restoring my equilibrium after watching those keel bolts align so perfectly with the holes in the hull! 😁🤣 After that operation everything else should feel like a doddle!! I have a suggestion for getting crud out of bolt holes or any similar hole for that matter: stick any absorbent ( for example could be that aerated and compressible foam material used in packing or just cut up an old kitchen sponge) material and stick to the end of a screwdriver, forming a 'blob' that you can then saturate with anything sticky such as honey or sugar water and of course just stick it into the said hole. I think that should be quite a practical way to clean up any hole. That's my helpful tip of the week! Onwards and upwards, I look forward to the next episode! Cheers! 😁😂🤣😄

[@beealzebub4338]

Great episode ! The much anticipated reattachment of the keel ! My heart was bursting for you. I know how emotional it must be for you. I wish you the best and can't wait to see you sailing this vessel. Thanks for taking us along on your journey. 🧡😉👍🙏🥂

[@timmholzhauer3342]

Nice job!! All holes in the right places I guess? 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Congratulations on this huge step!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🥂😎

[@darrenstephen4148]

I think all your viewers are as excited as you guys . Great job

[@walterthorne4819]

Very impressive crew! This is an award winning video series !