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I would love to say we’re in shakedown mode, but I think troubleshooting mode would be more appropriate. It seems every other day we notice a small leak, a little chaffing, a missing screw or something that is a little off kilter. And, as it seems to go with boat life, while trying to fix or diagnose the initial problem, we find another. People always say "Sailing is fixing things in remote locations" and as usual that adage hits the nail on the head.
So, I think it’s safe to say our honeymoon period is over and real boat life is back in full effect. We’re ready to set sail to the next set of islands but the boat, our computers, cameras and tender are not. At least not yet.
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WE’RE JASON AND NIKKI WYNN. A couple of modern-day documentarians, perpetual travelers, and seekers of tall tales.
We’ve been chasing our curiosity around the world on wheels and keels since 2011. Why? Because curiosity is the key to unlocking life. It pushes us outside our comfort zone, softens our assumptions, and helps us embrace the great unknown. The more we let our curiosity lead the way, the more we discover about ourselves and the world around us.
Our home is also our transportation and we spend weeks away from civilization and sometimes land. Self-reliance and living a sustainable lifestyle are a must. It's all about managing our resources and we’re always looking for new and better ways to do so.
We've lived off the grid for over 10 years now in everything from a Van to RV to a Sailboat. And over time we have learned a lot about renewable energy, creating safe drinking water, and managing our waste.
Our journey is ever-evolving but the mission remains the same: #CultivateCuriosity
Timestamps if you like to Jump Around:
00:00 Honeymoon Phase is Over!
02:08 Custom Shades & Toy Locker
04:10 Finding Specialty Supplies in the Islands
05:06 Mounting Bicycles on a Boat
06:24 Leaky Lazarette
07:54 Leaking Watermaker
09:04 Destroyed Engine Anodes
10:07 Lot's of Issues: Computers, Cameras, Boat, SUP!
11:41 Boat Wash Toy (or Tool?)
13:44 Our Awesome Carbon E-Bike
18:05 Streets & Shopping in Subic
21:44 Get Off The Dock NO MATTER WHAT!!!
25:43 Re-Wiring an Outlet for Functionality
26:40 Protecting Bikes in a Sailboat Locker
27:27 Electric Tender Issues
28:33 Cleaning & Inspecting the Mast
31:51 Finalizing Outlet Install
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#BoatLife #Sailboats #RideCarbo #Catamaran #TravelVlog #DigitalNomad #LifeStyle
© Gone With the Wynns 2024

[@franksmith3602]

Boat looks good.. Jason a rule of thumb with a new yacht. Make a spread sheet. Maintenance log. You have 50, hoses, thru holes to check, ask HH, for a small drawing with only, what u have to maybe tighten, print copy's, number them. And check them off as you go. Write down any that are LOSSER than others. Keep the sheets. You'll ID, where the yacht maybe vibrating more than other areas.

[@Shibalvr]

And then invite a fan onboard to learn how to do those items on that checklist, LOL!😝

[@elizabeth4053]

Smart idea!

[@2oqp577]

Totally agree. It seems to be very difficult in real life to maintain logs and schedules for KZbinrs. Probably because managing the channel is taking a lot of steam ou t of people and the extra paperwork becomes just too much.

[@elizabeth4053]

@@2oqp577 I wish they could use a video editor for videos like this- boat maintenance, quick trips to provision, etc to free up time for them. I know that we adore their in depth video style for the land and sea adventures. They deserve some energy preservation 🪫🔌🌞🤿🔋💕

[@joemedcalf7732]

You two are brilliant out of necessity, trial and error you guys always overcome any obstacle you come across. Love the new marriage savers haha, headsets. Another beautiful video😊

[@LabRatJason]

Jason and Niki, the SSDs failing, the laptop crashing, the breaker popping, screens glitching, and the anodes on the engine... it could be all related... if the stray current is in your boat. Check the grounds on your inverters, make sure your power is clean!

[@johnqdoe]

As a nasa electronics tech, I get similar vibes. I doubt they will see this, but have an electrical expert evaluate your systems at port, especially grounding. Maybe ask HH to provide an engineer. A carbon boat with a myriad of power generators just skeeves me out a bit, like you’re walking around inside magnetic lines of flux. We all know electronic data loss is especially painful these days…

[@richardkeith6113]

Very good point!

[@jonathanflatman]

I see that you have PTFE tape around your anode thread. It might be worth checking that you still have electrical continuity between the anode and the engine or else it might not work. An anode that does not corrode is not working.

[@alexandercarril4486]

The breaker tripping was labeled as "inverter output RCD" so a load imbalance seems highly likely. Also it could be a neutral from the inverter output is touching another neutral from a different power source which can upset the RCD. Its all part of owning a boat anyways, they can turn into magical kingdoms full of "unexplainable" mysteries sometimes.

[@dmwi1549]

Were those problems while docked only or also while underway? Stray current from dock or nearby dock or problem on the boat. Either way - needs to get checked out.

[@pken9814]

I wish i had my grandfather teach me how to sail when i was young. He had a 40ft wood fly bridge 1930s ish i believe. He also had a little 23 ft sailboat. When young i couldn't under stand how people could enjoy going slow to get somewhere. I get it now and want to one day move onto a yacht or sailboat. He taught me how to be a responsible boat owner. I enjoy watching your videos. The way you present the video the editing style.

[@niconico3907]

When climbing the mast, to be safe you should always use 2 ropes, with 2 different blockers or winches. One rope is the working rope, the second is the safety rope.

[@greggcoulter6008]

I swear 32 minutes just flies by watching your video. I wish it was longer. New boat new problems but nothing you can’t handle.

[@johnkosowski3321]

I am under the impression that thread tape is not to be used in engine zincs. Yanmar specifically says that. For one thing, you are potentially isolating the zinc which is the opposite of what you want. You want good metal to metal contact.

[@humbertojimenez3475]

💯

[@francineclave2207]

I hope they read this!

[@mikeferguson2828]

Yup and use a copper or Ali washer for getting the waterproof seal

[@Blinkman24]

Yep I use the white paste thread sealant for offshore boats

[@scotchdrnkr]

But if the boat. Manufacturer used tape but just not properly. Wouldn't it be safe to assume it's OK. It looked like there was tape on it already but leaking

[@franksmith3602]

Jason.... Use a paint stick . And on all mounts.. draw a thru line, on the bolts on to the hull... That's the only to know ahead of time if a new bolt is backing off....you quicky look to make sure your painted line is still the same.

[@TheWebstaff]

Also great if you need to remove and re-add it and don't have a torque wrench as you know roughly where you started from.

[@kracer19]

It is called " clocking" a nut or bolt.

[@franksmith3602]

@@kracer19 your right.... But is said Jason make sure to clock the bolts. He would have ran out and out alarm clocks next to them. 😂🫣

[@elliot330]

Nice bikes, but be careful where you leave them, even locked up! Also worth passing the lock through the saddle, with the seatpost being the battery and quick release, it's easily removable

[@AngryWombat8]

Yeah I would upgrade that lock and chain, master-lock isn't what they used to be. Kryptonite makes some more secure ones.

[@John_Be]

Agree Master lock has one of the worst reputations regarding quality. Cable locks being the easiest to defeat.

[@TheAegisClaw]

That lock would be so easy to cut...

[@briang6896]

Those cables are super easy to cut. Lost a bike with cables like those. I was left with cleanly cut cable pieces and no bike. U-locks please

[@curtisbme]

So you think they are such complete imbeciles that this 'advice' is needed?

[@Gbllc]

Did you notice... Whisper quiet motoring!!!! THAT was lovely

[@elizabeth4053]

Wild. And I love the marriage savers 🎧🎧⚡️💕

[@lutomson3496]

only for a short time....not reliable at all beauty is in the beholder... reliability is king

[@TheSailingFamily]

@@lutomson3496 And you know this how? Negative much?! :)

[@gonewiththewynns]

@lutomson3496 these Beta Marine hybrid diesel/electrics have been in service in ferries and canal boats for decades. They're been proven. Curious Minion

[@licencetoswill]

@@lutomson3496 electric vessels have crossed the atlantic multiple times now.

[@patraic5241]

HH is going to learn so much from your practical experiences. You are going to have a huge influence on all the HH cats to follow.

[@thomasstuder1624]

I strongly suggest keep those bike batteries out of your sail locker. Lithium batteries can catch fire, especially the NMC type. If that happens in your sail locker, you aren't going to be able to open that hatch, reach into the inferno from above and fish out a battery in flames without questionable survival chances for yourself. And your boat is flammable. So you can't leave it to burn itself out either. Store those batteries somewhere where you can swiftly throw them overboard with a chance of only minor burns to yourselves and the boat.

[@DavidSmith-jj5pr]

they especially hate salt water ☹

[@Cain-x]

Buy a battery fireproof charging bag for storage and safe charging.

[@andrewbrown2063]

There is an ISO standard for electric boats with lithium batteries that requires fireproofing of the battery storage compartment with A60 fire resistant material- ie hold back a fire for 60 minutes. This is hard to achieve retrospectively.

[@TheWebstaff]

​​@@andrewbrown2063a fire safe, safe would likely be the easiest retro fit for this. And yeah salt water and lithium is a recipe for a fire.

[@CydeWeys]

The batteries are at greatest risk of catching fire while being charged. I wonder where they're charging them -- they might need to think about that more too.

[@rhondapowell4139]

I'm glad to see those "happy" smiles even with projects. Together, as you've seen, you can conquer the world and boat problems. ❤

[@jeanefraserCEO]

❤ I admire their marriage unit

[@marcericdavis]

We found that dry silicone lube worked best on sail tracks. But, you have to re-apply every few months.

[@S.L-Sully]

The Wynns, coffee and boat projects.. Life is good!!💖☕️⛵️

[@redwolfexr]

Especially when we are the ones with the coffee and they are the ones with the boat? Although I have to admit I would trade in a second.

[@donkinzer5718]

If your boat does not have an isolation transformer I would recommend looking into having one installed. This will help greatly for when you are hooked up to shore power in a "hot" marina. I installed one in our fifth wheel to protect it and our boat already had one when we bought it.

[@propergander8509]

Probably the most important video for anyone who tells themselves that if Nikki and Jason can live on a sailboat, they can do it too. The constant engineering workload and the learning curve to do it well in combination with being somewhere isolated, far away from amazon prime next day shipping and having to wait for the manufacturer of the boat/appliance to reply before you can fix things seems daunting. Hats off to you guys for not just keeping your boat afloat and running, but also a youtube channel and your guys's marriage. It's beyond impressive!

[@jorgeespin2044]

Great video!! But I am low key really worried about that thin little wire of a bike lock you used for securing such expensive e-bikes. Those can be cut with some small hand tongs in mere seconds (it happened to me with a much cheaper bike). I suppose it also depends on “thief culture” for each country, but nonetheless I use and recommend at least a long ABUS Bordo around the two frames and back wheels of the bikes and one or two thin chains (not wires, even thicker ones are easy to cut) to secure the saddle-battery and front wheels. The ABUS Bordo is obviously much more substantial than the one you are using now, but it comes with a velcro bracket to attach to the bike frame and once you’re on the move you don’t feel the weight much, plus it’s quite convenient. They also sell the small cloth-wrapped chain one types on their webpage, if you want them all from a single brand or just to figure them out. Either way, IMO with the current setup it is less of a matter of “how” as it is to “when” the worst will happen, I’m afraid. Best regards and happy sailing!!

[@NikJaKen]

Agreed! Experience with this too - wires cut :(

[@RedHeadAgent]

Take the seat and the battery post with you.

[@hman0007]

$5k in carbon bikes justify a real lock. You'll regret that cheap lock pretty quickly.

[@dhincks1]

Great bike ,cable locks will not work in high crime areas. Need to get a substantial chain lock to at least slow down a would-be thief. Cheers from Northern California!!! Unfortunately, I know from experience.

[@jeffreybackes4664]

Jason be careful about running an electric wire through the cabin without a grommet, the wires might chafe and cause a fire. I just love your videos. This one especially feels like getting back to your roots!

[@TheWebstaff]

Especially with carbon fibres that are like one step -crystal structure- down from diamond cutters.

[@armslength2618]

Teck-90 with proper field grade JBs, NPT fittings and glanding. It's obscene how boat manufacturers get away with mickey-mouse wiring in corrosive and vibrating environments.

[@charlesconway1049]

I wish all prospective new boat owners would watch this video so they can see that even brand new boats have real issues that have to be figured out.

[@TropicShade]

The more "stuff" you have, the more that will need "fixing!" 🌴😎

[@TheBajamin]

For over a million $ it’s honestly unacceptable for these issues.

[@alpen4921]

What a lovely way to spend 30minutes on Sunday afternoon. With my favourite KZbin couple showing off their new toys. Bliss. Thanks for continuing to share your adventures.

[@georgelasko7019]

Nikki, a rubber grommet and sealant will stop that leak on the cable. You don’t want to cut off too much air with your water shield.. the unit has a cooling fan so it does need air!!

[@elizabeth4053]

I think she’s only putting on the shower curtain on passage. Love the rubber grommet idea 👍🏻💕

[@jiefflerenard1228]

I was thinking the same about the air flow. On my commercial wooden fishboat I would screw an inverted clear container on top of all electric parts like relays etc. each accesory had it own cover sometime just resting on top.

[@lincolnlawyer9704]

I certainly respect the number of items that have to be checked and rechecked on a new boat. Last year I bought a new Bayliner VR6. I was amazed a the number of loose hoses clamps and screws on a 22 and half ft boat. I got to the Marina one morning and looked in the water around my boat and notice a shine. Looked in the bilge which was full of hydraulic oil. Turns out the clamp on the return reservoir was stripped and under pressure the line leaked. So it’s one thing to tighten connections but you have to go back a checked when the systems are running. Trust no one, do it yourself.

[@stepheethee9103]

Every time I see your boat, I love the color more & more❤❤❤

[@lowellmccormick6991]

For permanent adhesion use double stick VHB tape. We used it to stick 18 ga SS/Bronze/aluminum sheet metal to the backing material in ornamental architecture. How about making some padded pouches to store your bicycles in? It would protect the bikes and the stuff around the bikes.

[@elizabeth4053]

Elastic like a shower cap. I think she has a sewing machine aboard 🧵🪡😂

[@AlbinSunnanbo]

You should keep a spare belt for the bikes. They are a bit sensitive to salt and once they're done, they suddenly go without a warning. Since they're not super easy to find even on the main land, having a spare on board would be nice when it happens.

[@robdavis6612]

Bike helmets: look at getting the Sena helmets with mesh communication. You can talk to each other while you ride, as well as Bluetooth for individual music. My wife and I ride all the time and they work really well to just talk or talk about changes to our route. Love your videos!!

[@jeanefraserCEO]

Personally I request Wynn keeps a situational aware not music. Thank you

[@gordonchapman222]

Ah, you guys always tell it as it is. I loved the ending with the battery meter... Just Perfect

[@RedHeadAgent]

It is a good thing that you two are small and in shape and not claustrophobic! Such small spaces to work in for long periods of time....Great video. I love your new bikes - they are jazzy! Take your seat post with you when you lock up. That way you will protect the battery too.

[@Pscribbled]

Sorry for the unsolicited advice but if you only have that one bike lock, I’d recommend getting a more secure one. People can cut those locks with very simple, quiet and manual tools. Some good quality u-locks are a better option. Although depending on your location, bike thieves will often carry battery powered angle grinders so it’s also important to lock you bike in well trodden and lit spots. There’s some angle grinder resistant locks that are not too cumbersome like the LiteLock but that they get pretty expensive so it might be a bit overkill for most places that you’ll travel to. For those grinder resistant locks as well, it might be easier to cut the bike racks too haha. But I personally have a litelock for the e-bike I own in a relatively high bike theft city in Canada

[@quickdry3]

regarding the zerocharge and splashes - slicing up a plastic 2L coke bottle could be stuck on to make a shroud. You could even still drape the shower curtain over, but then the exhaust fan will still have a way to move air, and you don't need to remember to take the covering on and off. Regarding the lins coming through the holes - dustpan brushes/brooms glued over the holes make for a soft bristle that lets the line pass through but stops splashes from coming through. You could also put tubing or split tubing over the line and glue that to the hole so the lines run through. A foot of close fitting tube would stop and splashes, though the lines would still soak and drip. Another option is just a little squash ball or the like stuck over the lines so they seal up against the hole when they're in position when you're under way.

[@markjones3425]

W D 40 on the mast track is a bit messy, Try McLUBE, its a dry lubricant we use on our Tornado for the all kinds of locations where we want friction free action including our sails where they touch the mast track, Snuffer tube where lines/halyards glide, ball bearings, gungens and pintels, dagger board slots, rudderblade hinges etc.etc.etc. It's dry and clean! and lasts a long time even after getting trenched numerous times in salty water.

[@OurLadyDefiant]

Wonderful video! We may end up getting one of those bikes! Just noting as well that those blow-up bumpers scratched the crap out of our dark blue hull in the location where it was mounted. Just a note since you have such a beautiful new paint job! Also, super important tip: when going up the mast in a non-emergency, NEVER use the shackle… always tie your own knot, wear closed-toed shoes, and put a second safety line on yourself just in case the primary line fails. When racing sometimes you don’t have time to do the second safety line, but even then you’ll see people always tying their own knot (not using the shackle) and people will wear closed-toed shoes so they don’t catch their toes or feet on anything sharp while stabilizing themselves and so they don’t get toes caught in strange pinch points. Great job cleaning the mast though: many people for some reason don’t give that part of their boat any love or attention.

[@benking2271]

As an ex-rigger, I came here to say exactly this!!!!! NEVER trust anyone else's knot, splice or shackle!!

[@tommyhill6989]

Strange. We have 4402 and have sailed almost 4000 miles with very little issues. It’s an amazing boat. We have had great support from the Factory. We have been days sailing in over 30k knots of breeze at high speeds with big waves and no issues. We could say one bad thing about the HH group or the boat. It’s way more than I expected.

[@TheSailingFamily]

We too are helping out the Wynns, but thank you Tommy for the comment! It's natural that there will be some issues. This is after all still their "shake down cruise." I am sure more things will pop up, but hopefully HH is judged by how we respond. We have every intention to support our owners, you and the Wynns included!

[@leifnilsen6107]

Great choice. The German made swivel rachet made by Wera. One of the world's best brands. 👌 I have quite a few tools by Wera. The screw driver set is the best. It's a must have. With the laser etched tips it really hangs on to the heads of the screws.

[@Lannikai]

The guide lines near the zero jet... You might consider gromets on either side. Aluminum would do it, but stainless would do better. You can reduce the chafe. Although the nylon will still leave marks, you can replace them once or twice a year to make them look pretty.

[@joan4449]

Jason, I love all your new tool bags! Not just the highline bag, but especially the smaller ones where you keep your socket set, etc. Would love to see how you set up your workshop sometime.

[@1964Mooney]

Joshua Slocum didn't have all that "stuff" when HE sailed around the world alone! :-) ;-) The KISS formula still prevails Great to see you actually sailing again

[@evinwhiteson4902]

If you're looking for low tech l would say you're watching the wrong channel.

[@davidcottrell570]

Actually, carpet tacks as an anti-theft device on deck was perhaps ahead of its time. He succeeded in getting rid of his uninvited visitors at least. But I think it was a matter of what he could afford and manage as a single-handed sailor, and what was available in the day. Wonderful read after you’ve finished your boat maintenance.

[@CarriUSA]

@evinwhiteson4902 It is sailing channel .

[@luella2u152]

When my parents bought their RV, it was one of the first of that series. My dad had to do a bit of retrofitting to meet their needs. At the time no one was installing inverters, so my dad did that. He added a few outlets for convenience. And my mom had ideas for storage that my dad fabricated. The factory was in the town where I lived, so whenever they passed through they stopped by the factory. The owners were so impressed by many of the upgrades that my dad made that the incorporated them in their future models. You're right. It's never perfect. There's always something that needs fixing or tweaking. You have a beautiful boat. It just takes time to get things the way you want them.

[@dasak59]

Thank you Nikki for your great idea for protecting your locker walls. I’m putting my e-bike inside my new Transit van and was pondering solutions to protect my interior. Never going to be a sailor, but so much you did to Curiosity and now C2 does translate to some innovative van solutions. Specifically as my new van has no wood, all marine grade materials, so I’ll never need to worry about swelling wood or peeling wall paper. This makes you two a valuable resource and great entertainment!

[@dbstl]

Definitely my favorite kind of content you guys produce...thank you for all that you do!

[@GrumpyTV12]

A suggestion for mounting and securing your cycles. I am all for repurposing items. Look up ... ATV g*n mount, a rubber coated "U" shapped grip holder that will cushion your cycles securly and hold them away from the boat so there will be no rubbing or wearing on the boat.

[@elizabeth4053]

I think that’s what Ticket to Ride used for their bikes. It’s so cool Nikki and Jason to see so much under the hood. The lockers and such seem so much bigger that C1 😱

[@T.Watts89]

Or you could just use a GUN mount...

[@jordy5625]

I would buy a bag for the bikes. Bikes scratch everything and they get scratched in no time. Storing bikes is always a nightmare. Put it in a square bag and its very easy to handle. Bikes are protected and nothing gets scratched. Another reason is the time you spend taking them out. Mounting them to the wall every time is very annoying

[@sociopathmercenary]

Why would you block the word "gun", like it's a curse word? Seriously, our society has just gone soft with the tiptoeing around everybody's sensitive feelings.

[@GrumpyTV12]

​@@sociopathmercenary.... you tube can be very particular with the use of certain words on their site. My understanding is, certain words, actions can cause a video be deemed inappropriate to certain audiences and restrict it's promotion and monetary value. This channel is not mine so I was trying to not affect it in a negative way.

[@tylerdenaro845]

Jason, if you connect the halyard to your ventral d-ring instead of your sternal you will have a much better body position for working/moving around. It is also much more comfortable. 🤙 By attaching lower at your waist you will be able to get heigher up the mast as well. The Petzl harness are great.. you may find if you loosen the butt straps allowing tbe leg loops to be lower on your legs, may be much more comfortable like sitting in a chair instead of creating pinch points... just some food for thought.

[@ThorfinnurPetur]

The color of the boat is so good and with the ambient light in the night "Perfect". Only thing I think u did wrong is the e bikes 29" rims are so much more easer to role over obstacles.

[@stephenmurray9850]

It's amazing how "little" things that were not really thought out or looked at by a sailor who would have picked up on holes being to big/ or holes that need better seals to stop water entry find their way onto boats .. Thanks for showing the minuses as well as the plus side of your adventure. Thanks for the video.

[@PsyTechnical]

Thank you both for PIONEERING and working out all the niggles and naggles for us who hope to enjoy said tech in the future. Being at the bleeding edge of tech is the place to be.

[@jpbpeck9030]

I am so happy to see these episodes. I have been a follower for over 7 years and YAY you are in the Philippines. I love your show! Thank you!

[@Lannikai]

Again... Thank you so much for walking me through your home.

[@Danielles210]

So excited to see more of your travels. Have missed you on the boat. ❤

[@sinnops]

LaVagabond launched their new boat to and they had destroyed a sail and their engine on their first passage along with a pile of other problems. If all you guys have to worry about is a few very small leaks, loose bolts and some bird poop, your doin pretty well :) Stinks about all the cameras and electronics going haywire thou :/ Glad you guys are back to it!

[@tm502010]

The Ruby Rose 2 couple are having problems too. The takeaway seems to be that new yachts just bring new problems… There isn’t a honeymoon. It’s a rather depressing thought actually. Very sobering.

[@kristofcappoen43]

One thing I like to do is once I am done tightening all my hoses is to put a little line on the screw and surrounding, if you have a leak it is my first place to look which mark(s) don't line up. Congrats on the boat she looks amazing. . . .

[@alittletexasingeorgia]

The rush of schedule is a major problem of many issues. The excitement to get a new toy and the need to move on to the next project is the worst enemy to final checkout and testing. Never let your schedule override your need to exercise equipment to ensure everything is up to the task before you go to battle. That is why the military trains so much.

[@maine-lygamingtips2039]

Loving these new boat videos...even when things go sideways 👍🤟

[@jwfox54]

Another wonderful Sunday morning video from the Wynns. Thanks so much

[@rapa2464]

Just in case no one else mentioned it, you could use a partially inflated fender or two as dunnage bags in your bike storage. They would keep the bikes from moving around and possibly prevent your tie-downs from de-gluing... i.e.: "belt and suspenders". Btw, magnetic shower cap = very clever. As always, another enjoyable show!

[@maggiebraun2011]

I wonder if you can store your electronics in water/air tight boxes with desiccant. The desiccant we use in our 3D filament boxes can be microwaved or put in the oven to dry out. It could help keep the moisture down in your high-end electronics....may extend their life....

[@melissareid640]

It's your home/ boat every home on land or sea has corks and needs attention, I am still so happy for you both You will get this under control- Cheering you both on! I am praying and sending positive vibes!! Perfection is unattainable, shooting for the safe comfortable, and functional- Again You Got this. It is lovely to see you.

[@michaelparker7851]

Looking good! How about a kinda padded sail bag for the bikes, with handles and straps? Keeps the boat clean and the bikes safe dropping down the hold.

[@dmwi1549]

Hi. Seems like a good time for all those things Jason said he wants to do before you both burn out. Hope you get some R&R time. For the bikes. Could you glue or attach two front fork mounts to the bulkheads? That strap is nice but if you get some pounding waves those bike will move. Even with pads to protect hull and bikes.

[@BCGray10x]

Thanks, no prominent ads and back to sailing problems and adventures Yeah Go Wynns go

[@jaycroyle8761]

Always going to have many issues on a brand new boat, you guys are killing tackling all the issues. So happy for you guys, all the best from Jay in Pa.

[@Dave85262]

Now you're back to living onboard and it's fast becoming your home. Love those bikes! There are projects and chores always to be done. I must say going up the mast your way would allay my fear of heights. I hope you'll pass back to HH all the things you've done so they can incorporate them into future bottoms. Now, I'm looking forward to next weeks adventure. Un abbraccio forte a due!

[@pete-mate3524]

Hi Jason / Nikki, usually when fitting anodes, they're supposed to have a good electrical connection to the housing that you're fitting them to. My point is, I don't think you're meant to use Teflon tape when fitting them. There may be a special grease or nickel based 'anti seize', otherwise, fit them dry! Keep up the good work!! Pete from north Qld, Australia.

[@Strat0s]

2 words for the bikes.... SADDLE BAGS! They are amazing and light weight. I can fit 6 gallons of milk in mine!

[@Scalihoo]

True but we like to call them panniers for E-Bikes, I have Basil brand they are dandy. BUT my 1967 Harley Electraglide { stripped down dresser }I have macho leather saddle bags 😎 I

[@PorscheSpeedster-kz6nc]

Very creative on your set ups. I like the bike storage and protection and the tool bag with lanyards. Awesome job guys.

[@greatpix]

I feel like with this episode that GwtW is truly back to its roots, working on the boat, gear reviews, and a little peek at the surrounding city. I've left this comment before but it's worth repeating - be very cautious with your batteries for drones, cameras and other non-boat size rechargeable batteries. Mishandling them is like mishandling gasoline, it can lead to fires and explosions. Never keep one of those batteries constantly on the charger. Remove them once they get to the required charge level. Never leave a charging battery unsupervised as that is the most common time they can fail.

[@sueellenwalkerspencer5647]

So true! Cause if many, many fires!

[@elizabeth4053]

Who else just unplugged their phone whilst having coffee, watching the Wynns and reading the comments section 🔌☕️🔋

[@sueellenwalkerspencer5647]

This is why a shake down cruise is so necessary for any boat new, refit, or old, before passage.

[@saravaculin9239]

Aircraft have laptop nomex bags..would be worth investing in one!

[@trudymccann3671]

Very Wise information, good info for us all! Thank you, Greatpix!

[@vedranlatin1386]

@Jason Add a rubber grommet to that power cable lest it rubs through its isolation over time.

[@dmckeehan]

Measure the voltage between the water and the boat. Also while charging and while running the motor. About the video mechanical problems will always have issues if you unplug it. Get a WiFi with Nas add some dielectric to the connections.

[@skoshorek]

Another entertaining video. I've been a subscriber of your KZbin channel since your RV days, but I've never left a comment. It's high time I told you two how much I enjoy your videos. Your one of my favorite channels, and I watch a lot of other sailors' channels as well. Congratulations on your KZbin success and your beautiful new boat. Even though I'm of an age that makes it unlikely I'll ever cruise the seas, I get to live the sailing life vicariously through your channel (and avoid all of the associated work). BTW, you may want to try a dry film lube rather than the WD-40. WD-40 can give some good rust prevention, but isn't considered a good lubricant. The dry lube sprays are just as easy to apply, and the carrier liquid dries off quickly to avoid collecting dust and dirt.

[@monikabatista2233]

Jason, when using Teflon tape to seal fittings, first roll the teflon strip to form like a string. Then roll the string around the threads on the fittings, then screw the fitting into the socket. This will help seal those threads better and have less leaks!!

[@SolentSail]

Great video as always, but I’m surprised you go up the mast without a safety line. I always attach to a ‘fall arrester’ on a second line. Just in case.

[@mitchpeddicord3715]

Jason- I see you’ve definitely stepped up your hand tool game. Knipex and Wera hand tools are some of the best out there (imo). Great tools make the work easier and more efficient. Congrats.

[@diane8885]

We shoved 6 inches of snow last week, if that makes you feel better! But we get to see the eclipse tomorrow.

[@christinewittmann1806]

Same situation here in Buffalo where we just closed up the ski house Saturday and started mounting new controls on our ketch in Buffalo Harbor yesterday, then watched the eclipse this afternoon!

[@robinkeep6611]

The "shower curtain" Nicky made for whatever that electronic thing might affect it's cooling. I think you covered a fan vent

[@SonjaClark-rb4ld]

Was just going to write this! Yes! Loved this video, as always! Thank you for being the start to my husband's and my Sunday mornings! ❤

[@nathancochran4694]

It's good to see you are keeping up with preventative maintenance. It's cheaper to prevent damage than fix it later. We had a saying in the Navy "Schedule your maintenance, or your equipment will schedule it for you."

[@SugarRushTimes2030-gs3qp]

Admire the lifestyle. And there’s so much work but I bet that makes the rewards so much sweeter.🙌🏼

[@michaelripley4528]

Petzl makes great climbing gear💯 I prefer same harness👍🏻 First thing is to trust the equippment 100% Then you find comfort! Petzl makes a thing called Zig-Zag Mostly used by aborists… Perfection! Feeling of petzl gear 🥰

[@bryanaustin749]

What Petal model harness did you get for the boat?

[@renelykkeberg2203]

Watch out for the cover you glued on to protect the vent , the vent have to breathe !!

[@francineclave2207]

That concerned me too

[@girlmeetshomestead]

Oh man, so many things! While it’s always expected, I was really hoping for you guys to have an easier time after being displaced for so long. Thank you for sharing the good, the bad and the ugly. I always learn something new and truly enjoy coming aboard on your adventures. Praying for smoother sailing going forward! ♥️

[@esiebert7625]

You need a cable gland to seal that hole that has a wire running through it, can’t believe they didn’t do that at the factory.

[@canvashomesusa8729]

Fantastic yacht! The neg. rise at the bow, is sick!!! Bikes look really smooth in traffic...

[@johnkosowski3321]

You have to admit that fixing boat problems in paradise is really not that horrible.

[@kevinakling]

Says only the person not doing it at the time. Including me! 😂

[@caseydixon8714]

Thats what cruising is in reality.. just fixing things in exotic locations😂

[@toddharshbarger8616]

Cool to see all these maintenance projects!

[@sknight1963]

I like that you have Wera and Knipex tools.

[@HarryLovesRuth]

Please buy a better lock up situation. That cable lock is not a real lock. A dlock or a chain and a real padlock are best if you are somewhere sketchy. You can get away with a wheel lock and chain tether (sometimes called a cafe lock) if the bike is going to be in your line of sight. This will add weight. It is worth it. The two easiest options for securing components are Pit lock and Hexlocks. These are keyed ball bearings that drop into the hex of a hex bolt and prevent someone from rolling up and stealing your saddle. Bike seats are called saddles, BTW. And assuming the rails attaching your saddles are standard size, you can swap out your saddle to something that's an exact right fit. Since you are taking the front wheel off anyway, there are numerous through axel and drop out mounting brackets available on the US market. (If you've ever seen people transporting bikes on a roof rack, that's how they do it.) I apologize if this is redundant information. You may be making do with the lock and meeting the audience where it is with the lingo. That said, it's always easier to find what you are looking for when you search with the correct terms.

[@GrumpyTV12]

Harry, I totally disagree with you on that lock. I have used many of these locks to lock bikes, some MUCH more valuable then theirs. Any lock can be defeated by a person determined to get past the lock. I have had to cut one of those locks, it was not easy. A hydraulic battery cutter will cut almost anything, the same with a battery hand grinder. A GREAT advantage of the lock they were using is it's versatile options. They can lock two or more things together, reach further secure fastening locations, and most importantly, synch the lock tightly to prevent people from damaging the cycles by being able to move the cycles

[@HarryLovesRuth]

Yes, any locking situation can be defeated by a prepared or determined thief. The goal is to tell the thief that your locking set up will be more trouble than it's is worth. It's very much like old joke about hiking in bear country: you don't have to run faster than the bear, you just have to run faster than the next guy. A bike that is novel will attract attention, and these bikes are novel. If you feel comfortable locking up with a cable that appears to be the thickness intended for securing a trail camera, you do you.

[@GrumpyTV12]

Harry a 3/8 inch python lock from master craft is NOT a standard cable lock. It is very stout and difficult to cut. Large bolt cutters (brand new) took, it seemed like, forever to cut. I have seen many cycles damaged because their locks could not be secured tightly and they were able to pry against the locking device. As for a unique cycle, my cycle is a recumbent delta trike and is worth over $10 000, it is my means for transportation. I rely on that lock and have for over 12 years

[@papa.mike01]

Dear Jason, please don’t fall off the mast!

[@AORD72]

Yea a single line with many points of failure. Looks dangerous. Should have a spare safety line.

[@JK-ct8dq]

Thanks to share all the realities going on even the perfect boat. It really helpful to understand the boat life.

[@JohnUsp]

Thanks for sharing.

[@tpcreeper2185]

Showing all the flaws just goes to show that QC is lacking everywhere.

[@toddjones1403]

Your friends who are getting the next hull owe you dinner.

[@e.b25]

watching and follow this wonderful couple for almost 12 years of their journey. My son is 11 years old now, i remembered the first time i watched your video was during my wife's pregnancy. Stay happy. From Singapore.

[@gonewiththewynns]

Wow, we’ve seen a lot of life together!

[@rickvongottberg8661]

I love your new boat!!! You guys are an inspiration to life. ✌🏼💖⛵️🌟love you

[@user-ev4jt3om3r]

WD 40 not a great lube for track. Silicone spray will not attract as much dirt and salt as WD.

[@kurtblaser9421]

I looked back at the video to double check, but he is indeed using the WD-40 dry, silicone lube.

[@fredbugden6935]

NEW = Nearly , Everything , Works

[@gonewiththewynns]

😂😂👍

[@manferret1]

So DRAMATIC 😂😂😂😂😂😂 everyone knows what is coming...be happy..🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@rdholmes2007]

You are both living proof that happiness is not derived from the events that happen to you, but how you deal and process the things that happen. And you always have this happy, grateful way of being that propels you through life’s inevitable challenges. Love all your films. Fair winds. Xx

[@mikel3419]

Stray current leakage will possibly cause the anodes to be eaten away more quickly and could be creating gremlins for your computer and components.

[@francineclave2207]

How do detect that if it is occurring?

[@mikel3419]

@@francineclave2207 You are going to likely need to have an electrician chase this down. Your boat builder seems to be very supportive so maybe they can some out for some on board help. You have a lot of electrical stuff on that boat and a few DIY additions. Until you can get some help you should closely watch the anodes. As much electrical isolation you as you can for the computers can help.

[@mikel3419]

Sorry to say it but IMHO, your attempt to have all of these hitech adds on your boat are creating your issues. All of the electricals are going to be the bane of your existance.

[@andrewbrown2063]

It’s not easy to remove WD40 spray residue. Better to use silicon spray and apply it via a rag.

[@adubmatters3584]

Use pool noodles to protect your bikes.

[@adubmatters3584]

As well as you may want to think about a combination lock… you may lose your key… most likely you wont lose your mind😊

[@tjnholmes]

Nice work guys! It's a bit disappointing to see such a new boat show so many preventable maintenance issues. Hope they make you whole on this.

[@skipper99991]

Love your channel. Useful info and Nikki is really easy on the eyes.