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[@gonewiththewynns]

Feels good to have almost all of the big projects tackled. We have mentioned it before but I know you’re wondering about the FRIDGE/FREEZER. The units that are best are not available in New Zealand and need to be imported. So we have decided to not let that project hold us up from exploring for now. We’ll tackle it later as we have the portables that work. As for Nikki’s surgery. We’ll fill you in on that more as the time comes but she has been suffering in silence for most of her life. Stubborn as. She has a partially deviated septum and will have FESS which is an endoscopic sinus surgery. But for now, we sail.

[@camembert101]

Was just wondering about that :)

[@russelljohnson4527]

sometimes "good enough" has to be good enough!

[@dmwi1549]

Thanks for update. Did we miss the fuel tank fix ?

[@donnakawana]

Yuppers....

[@myrealname2022]

I hear that. I have fabric that is only made in New Zealand I’m trying to get to the US. But reversed but still a pain!

[@esquire9445]

Pro-tip…. Dehumidification of a boat takes 3 days of the unit being on before the space has all the moisture sucked out. Dehumidification is also 1/3rd of the energy usage of an air conditioner. So if you keep the space dehumidified then it takes less power to use the air conditioner when you want it. Always use the dehumidifier when plugged in or when you have extra power.

[@Nosecrusher]

Congratulations on HALF A MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!

[@notprovided2823]

Pre-heat those hose ends and they'll be much easier to slip over the fittings. Stick the end of the hose into a bowl of very hot water, let it soak to get soft & pliable, slip it over a ribbed pipe fitting and apply the hose clamp. Life will be MUCH better! If there's not enough slack to get the hose into a bowl of hot water, you can carefully (!) use a heat gun. Even a hair drier will help get the plastic hose softer and easier to slide over the fitting.

[@lordmugglestone]

no zig zags of calk, use little donuts circles like a suction cup of an octopus. they use this technique for big tiles in shower stalls. it sucks the tile in to the wall.

[@stevejones9788]

With plastic hoses, dip the ends in boiling water to soften them. Then they go on barbed fittings much more easily.

[@megangurwell364]

Hey Nikki!! I went through sinus surgery back in 2016 I think it was and while I can say recovery was brutal and it took me about 6 months to really feel the full scope of what that amazing surgery did for me. As a sufferer of multiple yearly sinus infections and many rounds of antibiotics..enough was enough and I still to this day do not regret going through all that. Good luck and praying for a speedy recovery 🙏 ❤

[@tomreid5184]

Just watching you two interact with each other is refreshing. You make me smile and I don't do that often. Thanks!

[@rustycomer8502]

There’s not too many diy projects that I would shy away from but, I’ll call for backup on electrical projects every time. Lots of bad things can happen if you screwup with electricity!!⚡️🤯⚡️

[@mikemurel1917]

Our venerable old lady, a 1975 Chris Craft 35 dc did not come with factory air. When we bought it in 2004 it had a home window unit cut into the back wall exiting and spewing condensate all over the bridge, ugly!. We were able to get a used 1992 16000 btu unit from a neighbor who was replacing it. The install went pretty well, all custom because it was new to us. Been a lifesaver ever since. Being in Wisconsin heat is an important factor and boats get so hot when closed up during the summer weeks, A/C is essential. Our friend just replaced his original salon unit, (1982) with the same one you installed. It works really well. You'll be happy.🌬❄❄❄ Love everything you do! Keep up the great work.

[@hexhex7220]

love how you guys are so meticulous and methodical with your projects.

[@fredflintstome6532]

I love watching these videos. One day hopefully i'll be able to just sail away..................................................... Happy travels you two!

[@jkonet1]

It is always better to maintain under controlled conditions than repair under rough or almost impossible times. Keep up the good work.

[@dennisjay3277]

I was a truck driver in the oilfield for 43 years. We had webasco heaters on our engines. They were hot water heaters to warm up the engines before starting. They burned about a pint of fuel an hour. They would bring a -20° engine up to 150° in twenty minutes. That way it was a warm engine start, which was a lot easier on the engines. That was in 2007, old technology. If your unit is as good as the old stuff, you will enjoy it.

[@tom080955]

Awesome video Jason! From White Rock BC Canada…cheers!!!

[@oltredding]

I am glad to see you took the time to visit the winery. It is work to sail. Maintenance, time to anchor and unanchor, and on a busy transit just maintaining the trim are all daunting tasks. The joy you bring thousands of us, traveling by RV and now by boat is an amazing gift. It is so easy to overlook just the work needed to set up the magic of your videos shots, and then the editing and publishing. For all of that, all we need do is nod and support. It is always a pleasure to give you a thumbs up.

[@lkcantwell]

Having had sinus surgery a year ago, I will tell you it is a beast to recover from. Best of luck for your complete recovery and good results!!

[@lkcantwell]

Be sure and do all the sinus rinses as they will help you tremendously. It is definitely worth it to have the surgery. I do not regret it even though I had about every complication one could have following my surgery, i.e., blood clot, staph resulting in a major allergic reaction to a sulfa drug that I was given resulting in Stevens-Johnson syndrome. It was a beast but I am so much better!!

[@dflinn1100]

The Makita caulking gun--- heck yea!!! Jason is stepping up his game.

[@davecisneros5285]

Definitely add the extra caulk. Most lift in an airplane wing comes wind passing over the top of it, much like your solar panels would be experiencing. Every gusty storm will try the adhesive just a little and certainly adds up over time.

[@Centurion04]

You guys have gotten REALLY GOOD at boat fixes and installs! And it is awesome to see that you have proper HVAC now and can run it off your house bank. Thank god for motor soft-starters, such a criminally underrated technology, especially once you learn about locked rotor amperage.

[@cathrynmcpartland1752]

You guys are amazing. The project list was enormous and some of the projects were totally/completely frustrating. Now here you are. NO list. Way to go! 👍

[@stevekight1955]

Eternabond tape is always great for anchoring flexible solar panels.

[@marioluque1107]

My wife just had sinus surgery. Not easy, lots of discomfort and nose bleeds. Doctor gave her some serious pain meds and thank God she didn't need to use any of those, just Tylenol and lots of NeilMed nose washes and saline (saltwater) rinses. Pray yours will be quick to heal and not much pain! Love your videos, there will definitely be a gap there!

[@bernadettearcand7252]

hey Nikki. I had 2 sinus surgeries to resolve chronic sinus infections and stuffed nose. While the first one made it worse, the second one resolved everything. Two different surgeons. Recovery was easy (both times) and it wasn't painful at all! I don't get sinus infections anymore. so full confidence that it will be a breeze for you.

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍⭐️🏆Thank goodness for Vaughn. You guys are making great progress on the action items. So inspiring. It’s good to know we could walk on the solar panels without it damaging them. 💝

[@robertlemoine3500]

Thankyou guys , another fine program .

[@Tier1Citizen]

Gone With The Wynns is my standard Sunday happy place.

[@weavingthruthewash]

if you use a blowdryer on the hose it sometimes help slide it on the barb , love you guys

[@got2flynow]

Nikki, I just had sinus surgery on Feb 28 to remove 98% blockage of polyps. Doing fantastic now!!! It was life changing!!! Should have done it years ago. Tremendously helped with allergies as well and no more asthma. If you can get the option, make sure to get the Propel (biodegradable nasal stent with steroid) to dramatically improve healing and help to breathe. Will you be coming back to the states for that surgery? I wish you best of luck. - Mitch

[@jasonobanion6533]

I don’t know why but I really enjoy watching you two do boat projects… Probably because I’m not doing them. 😁 Because I’m a “Curious Minion” did you guys ever recondition the water maker? I don’t recall seeing that on your white board. Look forward to the next video… Have a great week!!

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍I enjoy watching people do boat projects too. 💝 I don’t like doing the really challenging projects but it is satisfying when I’m done though. I was thinking about the water maker too. 🤔

[@jjdicarloutube]

No, I totally get it. I’m the same way.

[@bob_atwestmi_fl_us7812]

Finally a graphic representation to getting hosed. I have a much better understanding now.

[@sjd9214]

I also recently lost 3 of 6 flexible panels during a Typhoon in the Philippines. They were glued down AND put screws in on the 4 corners. Unfortunately, the sikaflex caulking really didn't stick well because of poor preparation in my side. The proper way is to sand the back of the panel where you plan to lay the caulking so that it is not shiny, but dull. Then wipe clean with acetone, both back of panel and the bimini surface. I replaced all 6 of my panels with bigger, 3rd generation Sunpower using Maxeon cell technology. But this time I used 3M double sided tape and used the same type of preparation. Super pleased with final outcome.

[@wildwestunlimited]

Wow you two..... 500K + subscribers! You guys are DEFINETLY doing MANY things right!!..... SOOOO happy for you both, you deserve at least 100 times as many though! I love how you both are SO meticulous in your installs and/or repairs! I know YOU don't think so, but ya, you really are! I LOVE watching you guys because frankly "I" could never do what you guys do and you can make underwater basket weaving look and sound VERY interesting, AND have fun doing it. I know life isn't always FUN and smiles and laughter but "we" out here would never know. These are just a couple of things why you guys continue to gain subscribers, not to mention the SUPERIOR videography, photography, audio and editing. You guys have a HUGE amount of love out there for you!!! BE SAFE out there you two!!! Nikki, please let us know when your surgery is. There's a LOT of us out here who would LOVE to pray for a GREAT outcome for you!!!! 😀

[@johannviljoen64]

Nice one, looks more than a hobby than a job doing all those repairs, even though essential. 21:00 that part of the human anatomy (outside of left thumb for right handed people) is only there to stop tools, sometimes hammers, from damaging one's expensive stuff, and a few days of agonizing discomfort, be strong 😉!

[@gonewiththewynns]

😂😂

[@Captskeeter]

Always test the AC/Heaters for at least an hour while you are at the dock after a new install... Another great episode!! Looking forward to the HH44! I am sure you are as well.

[@nexrace]

I have the Renogy flexible solar panels & I mounted them to plastic cardboard to use as an air gap. This summer I should take a temp sample to see where we are. 😃

[@yeahright3733]

You should have an air layer behind the solar panels to help with cooling which makes them more efficient.

[@juliamiller2659]

Hope your sinus surgery goes well. My husband had the same surgery a few months ago. The results are great! You will feel like a new person!

[@jonathanbrowne8884]

Another great job guys! Good luck with the surgery. I know it's not for a month, but with my memory, I'd forget. .. Cheers from TO!

[@dianeroper3968]

Yay!!! So glad you can get out on the water again. Nikki, sinus surgery is a bit miserable to go thru but the reward is wonderful. At least it was for me. Hoping the same for you. ❤️ from Apex, NC

[@Laxlife72]

500k subscribers and I think the all wrote a comment . Congratulations. What was the wetting agent you sprayed on the perimeter caulk? Water? Did you consider a 12v AC unit like the Mabru to avoid loss from inverting 12v house batteries to the 120v Webasto? All these details are appreciated by an audience that is entertained by caulking videos. Your videos are the best on KZbin. Delos and LaVagabond can learn something by studying your production technique and execution. 1 million by Christmas!

[@georgenorman8793]

Love the cicadas. That sound is summer to me.

[@abogue271]

Good luck with the sinus surgery Nikki.. Had mine done 3 times... Still suffering..😪

[@jjdicarloutube]

It is so satisfying for me to watch how you guys do projects. I like how thorough you are!

[@SALFXEF]

You should put corrugated plastic it's like cardboard between the panel and the deck or the hard top to allow air flow under the flexible panel to keep it cool Better performance and longer lasting

[@TheAtma50]

500,000 subscribers doesn't happen by accident, it happens through hard work and dedication to quality. Congratulations it is well deserved. Long may you continue to bring awareness & adventure to our lives ..... Stay Safe & Fair Winds !!

[@brendanwalsh1675]

Just a quick thanks to you both. We've been watching since you guys were in the RV's. We'll be full-time RV-ing in 90days and you both gave us sooooo much advice from back then, thanks again. Brendan & Lena

[@gonewiththewynns]

Aw thanks for the 💙💛💙 Enjoy the road!

[@erikhansen9125]

It's satisfying to see the projects get finished. Tip on that stiff hose to the A/C unit...a hair dryer to the hose will soften the material and widen the inner-diameter of the hose.

[@melissareid640]

Theirs this rule with home projects in my family about judging the complexity of the job by the number of runs to the home improvement store. I imagine it's like that but the marine supply store for you guys. You have made many necessary improvements and that's amazing keep sailing safe. 💝🙏💝

[@gonewiththewynns]

😆😆

[@anitafarwell5325]

Just love you two❣️ Loved the scenes of Jason showing us his different positions for installing the air-conditioner.😄

[@carlconaway5011]

Nikk, I had sinus surgery twice, the second time was better and lasting longer. It feels great to breathe.

[@donaldwatson554]

Happy Belated Birthday Nikki !

[@dhincks1]

I like using nitrile gloves either blue or black when caulking. Cheers from Northern California ❤️

[@Gary_and_Linda]

Ya I’ve had the sinus surgery done twice now. It’s a terrible ordeal with a great outcome. It just doesn’t last forever. My results lasted about 20 years. I can breath so good through my sinuses now that I occasionally suck (breathe) in food while I’m eating. It’s like a Venturi into the lungs that will vacuum rice right off my tongue. 🤷‍♂️ - Gary

[@keithchristopher6230]

On the caulk, hopefully you have used it before as I have found some white caulk will yellow pretty quickly. Will only be a problem for the trim caulk.

[@ronniephillips7502]

I just love how you both have grown so much. The projects you tackle are amazing, I started watching you when you had a class A RV, I remember one video when you were trying to figure out the electric tire pump, that was so funny and that was me too...lol. Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us. Be safe..Blessings from Nashville TN..Ronnie

[@opaandomascampingadventures]

Hurray for Micro Air!!! We just happened to install a Rooftop RV version to go with our solar setup which we are currently using in the desert. Since we are on generator hours it’s been a godsend. Happy travels.

[@kevincarey1076]

Great episode guys. Fair Wynns and Following Seas Curiosity.

[@brianbuchanan5170]

It’s not about keeping the water out, water will eventually get in, but it’s important to let the water out. At least you are at full power again, and as you mentioned this will still suffice for a number of years.

[@loda9510]

Success on boat projects! Did you replace the refrigerator freezer area?

[@gonewiththewynns]

They did not. The units that fit the best are only available for purchase in the U.S. and trying to get them shipped was too much of a hassle. They'll continue to use the 12v fridge & freezer that they have for the time being. Curious Minion

[@ericfox9648]

Thank you from South Central Tennessee

[@nwboater]

Hi guys! What did you do about replacing your refrigerator?

[@glynncleaver7398]

Time to head south winter is the best time to explore the south island

[@bobjones8864]

Good episode, thanks. It’s nice to know that circumstances cause you, as well as me, to postpone doing what you would rather be doing to do what must be done. As winter approaches I’m wondering when and to where you head north?

[@thomasbailey8306]

Everything you Guys have done looks Great. Now You can go relax and enjoy Your boat ..Thats so Awesome. Great Job Guys. You 2 are a Perfect match and how a Husband and Wife should get along. Great Video. Prayers to Nikki's Surgery goes well and heals Quickly..Have a Safe Sail...and Enjoy all your hard work..

[@tubeuser2350]

Wondering about the flexible panels... The ones I found on-line appear to be the 12v variety, but Jason mentioned 50 volts in the video. Do you have them wired in series, perhaps, i.e. 2 parallel strings of 3 panels in series? If so, and given the variable shading with the Main, you might get more net power out by wiring all 6 in parallel, though you'd need much thicker wire going to the charge controller. Come to think of it, same question for the rigid panels... How are they wired? Great video, as usual. Keep up the good work, have fun, and all the best for Nikki's surgery.

[@FreeToDance6]

Nikki, I’m a surgical technician and I work in ENT surgery. It won’t be that bad. It will be one day of completely stuffed up. Then a week of stuffiness and then…it will be amazing!!! Our ENT surgeon says that it is the surgery that patients have THE MOST satisfaction with!! Good luck!!!

[@NathanHarrison3]

I am really impressed at how far y'all have come with your abilities to make repairs and installs. I have been around long enough to remember the first installation of the composting toilet in the RV and Jason trying to figure out how to plug a tire in Alaska 😁

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Your time in NZ show a lot of us how best to utilize the time in upgrading and refinishing your boat. Next stop, where?

[@debbiewagner8097]

On them cuts through some super glue on it heals up nice just a little sting. Looking good guys!

[@JB-sc2di]

Great video! Love the flexible solar panels. We have 400 Watts of solar in the pacific northwest which isn't quite enough but it does make it that we don't have to run the generator everyday at anchor. We have two more panels to install so maybe we'll get another half day out of the batteries! Enjoy your off grid living and take care of that thumb!

[@briand.4427]

Jason, you mentioned that boat projects aren’t complete till they’ve been done 2-3 times… and I’ll add, and a little blood has been spilled! I don’t remember a boat project when a band aid wasn’t involved at the end. We’ll done to you both on the projects and upgrades to Curiosity! 👏👍💪

[@TwilightMysts]

Jason, the Incredible Caulk!

[@timkirlin6865]

Nikki. you need to consider Smart Sinus Surgery. I've had 5 surgeries and the only one that ever gave me real relief was the Angeoplasty smart surgery. Normal surgeries do not get into the upper cavities, the smart surgery does. The best decision I ever made after a life time of sinus problems..good luck.

[@MonsterGameTV]

the AC hoses get a lot more flexible if u dip them in hot water before putting it on

[@TheRudythecat]

Don't know how to thank you for the shot of Jason's thumb. Made my day!!! Great videos - been watching you for a couple of years and always look forward to the next one. Happy Trails.

[@michaellindsey1543]

I have been putting off the sinus surgery for about 30 years so I'm very curious how it goes. Half a million subscribers is awesome. Hope you get to a million in a hurry!

[@markdurham5062]

As both an electrician and a HVAC technician (retired) I feel for you. Good luck on the surgery.

[@donnakawana]

Well glad to see it come to an end for now.. go have fun .. love your new solar an HVAC unit.. beautiful... Good ta see ya both. Take care both of ya!!! ✌🏼💗😊❣️

[@Pluto8424]

Let me know how the sinus surgery goes I am in Texas and as you know allergies are a killer here but I can’t even be around when the grass is being mowed without taking a ton of meds. Hope everything goes well.

[@Pgjg5152]

I just read this was already asked, thanks for the updates

[@Churchonsundae]

I almost cut my thumb pad off cutting lettuce at work when I was in high school. You’ll have a cool scar🤙🏼 proud of your pursuing of curiosity and looking forward to the sailing adventures now that the chore adventures are overrrrr😆

[@michaelhawrys9499]

Another great video, you both sure put a lot of love into the boat. Thank you for sharing your adventures with all of us. Also did I miss what you are doing about your kitchen fridges?

[@grayfam8]

Q:Never heard of adding water to calk? Must help in some cases. Thanks for sharing!

[@cecilpacetti1491]

I was watching The O'Kelleys last year and when they installed flexible panels they put curragated boards beneath the panels to allow for air flow. They said that otherwise the panels would overheat and the solar cells would lose efficiency. Just a thought. Love your channel.

[@brockallentaylor]

The boat looks really sharp. Nice work.

[@HopeOfJoe]

Fabulous to have battery-powered AC ....and heat onboard !! Well done guys. Looking forward to seeing the new sails perform. See you next week. ✨⛵⚓🌊🌴👙🌞✨

[@Primegamevillage]

Am new to ur Channel but if winter is coming i suggest u get a good wind turbine since ur A/C heater will be used a lot guyz

[@GaryMCurran]

Well, I had put a post up abotu the Fridge and Freezer, and then read the post you pinned. Shudda read it first! LOL. I'm sorry Nikki has been suffering, but it's good that she'll get it fixed. I wish you both the best, and have fun!

[@NZ2STROKE]

I grewup round that area before that part of the marina was there.also did plumbing on about 100 of the houses up there as well.

[@humbledsparrows4687]

Had a rhino-turbin-septo plasty many years ago to help with allergies and breathing. Worked great.

[@bubbagail7450]

Now that you are getting close to doing all the boat repairs, upgrades where are you going to winter at. NZ weather can be brutal during the winter or not. Also glad you explained Jason's thumb. Watching the vid and all of a sudden i notice his thumb and I'm going back to see what i missed. Probably a lot of choice words, lol. Take care guys.

[@BillLovesFilm]

Good luck with the surgery! I highly recommend it, I had it three years ago and it’s like I had a nose transplant. Took allergy meds for 20 years and haven’t needed any since. First week of recovery is inconvenient but downhill from there. So great to watch you all in the sunshine from here in cold MN. Helps to get through the winter.

[@rd9028]

Cruisers have such a beautiful passion filled life. I've noticed most of you really earn it through hard work and loving devotion to it. I envy and respect you!!

[@tomriley5790]

Congratulations on getting all that done!

[@georgepeat5269iearth]

Looking forward to your sailing adventures, but informative to get the maintenance procedures. “Money out of the bank, but in the sailing bank” good Health to you Both.

[@bluesunproductions9079]

Not sure exactly what you are having done but I had sinus surgery done two years ago. Best decision I ever made. Before I felt like I had one continuous bad sinus infection because I had so much scaring wasn’t able to drain properly. OTC medicine and prescription did nothing. Couldn’t dive because I couldn’t equalize. Surgery fixed all of that. I don’t take any prescription and only rarely use OTC and they actually work now. First 48hr suck but you will start to feel better quickly just don’t over do it. I went back to work too soon and had to take couple extra days off. Solid week of just Netflix, chocolate, and Jason taking care of you should do it. Another great video

[@gonewiththewynns]

Thanks for the encouragement! 💙💛💙

[@krudler406]

good luck Nikki! ❤

[@melanieshirkey5276]

Great that you both are so handy of doing most of your repairs! Nikki good luck with your Sinus surgery coming up! I had it done and you will be happy you did it!

[@LillianHenegar]

Happy sailing!!!