Bayliner ; Diesel Tank ; New Welding Project - Ep. #47 - Vintage Yacht Refit Project

[@brandonlimson8622]

I watched all 46 in 1 day I been waiting on 47. This guy is to cool. He should be a commentator for something.

[@MsCatdograt]

Haha nice!

[@ninjawaffles14]

Dude saaame I did that like last week tho 😂👍

[@davidjma7226]

Agree, great editing and music too. Plus a bit of humour. I like this guy.

[@gulfstream-tvstudios9546]

i do not know why, but i watched all your episodes in one night ....

[@michelrood2966]

At least you listened to us.Hats off

[@josephperkins4163]

Thank you for fixing the most dangerous thing on the boat!

[@glenmuir219]

Thank you for posting this today. I lost my little dog to an auto-immune disease this afternoon and really needed this distraction.

[@robertsanders3213]

Sorry for your loss we get so attached!😢

[@yoannlebot4529]

My opinion is for me you can buy a new plastic tank special for petrol. Put above hold diesel tank and use the hold diesel tank for seconde grey water tank Before you can clean and paint Good luck for continue your project

[@jorgennorrman4023]

It's nice to se that you take it serius with your dieselfuel tank. Utherwise you and your beautiful boat would had a 50 - 50 % chance to burn up and sink i'm afraid. So thank you for that important work and upgrade on your yatch, Yeah !! now it's a yatch my friend ;-))

[@jeanhawken4482]

This reminds me of “sailing Athena”. Both men very clever and resourceful at utilising modern technology and expanding their knowledge.

[@theghost6412]

Glad to hear it was only the wires mixed up. To set most carbs so that the engine will atleast run. Wind the mixture screw all the way in, then count 3 revolution back out. The engine should atleast run and you can tune from there. To tune it, after that run the engine and get it idling smoothly. Then slowly tighten the mixture screw back in, I used to go by a 1/4 turn each one by one listening for the engines note to change. Keep both carbs balanced as you tighten them. The second you hear the note change of the engine, turn both screws a half turn back out and that's it.

[@PlasmaOscillations]

Love how you are like "I got some materials" and the materials are always like top-notch really nice stuff.

[@michielvoetberg4634]

It is always good to see people admit the mistakes they made. Also glad that other people are kind to point out how to improve

[@vintagevintage3804]

Man, I'm just amazed every week at the work done there... I have the brother of this boat of yours, in France, the day I come with it to Berlin, beleive me, I'm drop by and hug like hell. Orleave my boat to you for a couple of monthes to fix all the needtobefixed stuff still around ! If you need a new job, theere is so much o o in the area that you'll never be out of work. Always a struggle to find skilled personnel around here... Keep on going, and enjoy the water as much as you deserve ! J.

[@777rogerf]

Although the subject is grubbing about in used boats, this is most artistically-polished both visually and musically of the very many KZbin-channels I am following these days. This is much appreciated.

[@genesimons6772]

it is so great seeing how you really taught yourself to be a great welder from these older welding tasks/videos to your perfect welds on your barge build-out. This is the perfect lesson for anyone who does not think they can teach themselves something new. practice practice practice. The best thing about welding is you can always weld back over it with a nicer weld once you perfect your skills.

[@heinzsidel6103]

Eine Metalldreherei, Schlosserei, mechanische Bearbeitung kann dir einen passenden Adapter drehen. Tank ausbürsten, Tank versiegeln. Daumen hoch für dein Projekt.

[@garygosselin3219]

you are freaking me out watching you work on the edge of the dock.

[@Slazlo-Brovnik]

9:41 "Hi, how far at the edge of your 50 QM platt form can you work?" "Well I can balance on my toes at the very edge , the heels already outboard, only millimeters away from falling into the water." "Cool, let's do that!"

[@JeffLifeInReview]

I was one of those nay sayers. But glad you reversed course and decided to upgrade those fittings. Can’t overlook safety. It take a big man to admit where he is wrong and I’ve really enjoyed the transparency of your channel.

[@flottendrose1.0akathehamme56]

Ich liebe dein Projekt und deine Videos dazu, ich wohne in Berlin Rummelsburg an der Bucht, jedes Mal wenn ich mit meiner Familie an der Bucht spazieren gehe schaue ich gerne in die Richtung in der dein Boot liegt. Solltest du mal spontan Hilfe brauchen sag gerne bescheid. Ich bin zwar gelernter KFZ Mechaniker helfe aber gerne wo ich kann, hab auch ein Schutzgasschweißgerät was du dir gerne leihen kannst wenn du mal keine Lust mehr auf Elektroden schweißen hast. Liebe Grüße und weiter so!!!!

[@MyFirstBoat]

hey sehr gerne. wie kann ich dich erreichen? vllt. kannst du mir deine Kontaktdaten per Mail schicken: [e-mail] - Vielen Dank!

[@antwarior]

I watched all your videos in one day and was waiting for this one, too bad im in public and can't wait to get home to rewatch this in comfort

[@motorboatselmaiii109]

The fitting on the diesel tank is just an ordinary brass union, probably size 1/2". You can find those in most hardware stores. I would suggest removing it including the pipe and plugging the hole (probably a 1/2" or 3/4" standard plug). Instead weld in a new feed pipe in the top of the tank (in the lid will be easiest). Make the pipe end 10 cm above the bottom of the tank, that way you will avoid sucking all the dirt and crap into the filters. You will also reduce the risk of a fuel line leak filling up your boat with diesel by gravity, especially if you run your fuel line below the engine fuel pump.

[@giles-df9yu]

As I understand it brass fittings of imperial and us standard are close enough to screw together he just needs to to a 3/4 to 1/2 adapter

[@motorboatselmaiii109]

@@giles-df9yu No, the thread on the fitting left on the pipe is not tapered and thus unsealable. It is non-standard and only meant for the union nut. The only way to use it is to use the old counterpart and nut. But if it is connected to a hose, there is no need for a union, a valve is enough. BSP (British Standard Pipe) is standard for pipe threads in Europe, and it's measured in inches.

[@MrTallpoppy58]

@@motorboatselmaiii109 Yes, the union connector must go, it's not actually a pipe thread/size, so it will not likely match anything. The pipe is 3/8". If you cut it off clean, I wonder if there is enough room to get a set of hand dies in and cut new metric threads ? It looks like a short length of pipe from a socket in the side of the tank.

[@motorboatselmaiii109]

@@MrTallpoppy58 Why would you do that? It is a standard pipe nipple screwed into a pipe coupling that is welded to the side of the tank. The solution is to screw out the pipe nipple and screw in either a standard pipe plug or a valve, depending on if he wants to replace it with a suction pipe in the top of the tank or not. Metric is not used for that type of piping in Europe, so changing it doesn't make sense.

[@MrTallpoppy58]

@@motorboatselmaiii109 There are a lot of options. He said BSP is hard to get, I am not sure I believe that but ok, go with it: BSP is out. The union seems to be welded, strange, but can not see clear enough. The pipe piece you are I think calling a nipple (its not) looks to be just screwed jointed into the socket on the tank. Take it out, cut off the union and put any thread you like on it, put it back in the tank and the new threat is ready for what ever you like. That is ok for diesel, don't use white tape, a fuel rated paste is better.

[@johnw3915]

I hate throwing parts at a problem but that is how I fix engines too. You look good piloting that boat along the river, nice work.

[@joshperkins459]

the music in your episodes is really good .

[@peteturph3255]

I love you choice and use of music, Sir...

[@jjryansea]

The wide array of tasks you undertake makes this channel so valuable. Then to add the tranquil setting and music....there isn’t another channel the provides skill building, variety and enjoyment. I look forward to your postings. Thank you. (No advice on the fuel tank fitting.)

[@SteveeCee]

Sweet!! Those old Solex carbs scrubbed up like new, well done team Bayliner

[@Leonwhu73]

Love this channel but it really does make my back and knees hurt.

[@codemonkey2k5]

Your welds are progressing nicely.

[@TheBeaker59]

Seriously I live on the other side of the planet and found something first search for only a couple of bucks, get an adapter that has a nozzle you can push a fuel hose on to and then a jubilee clip and job done. Having said that the tank needs a good clean so thats a bonus :) (disinfect before filling and treat your fuel and you will be problem free for some time). The Bayliner looks close, a few tips below read as worthwhile that will be a great commuter or shopping trolley :)

[@garybroom8418]

Enjoying my weekly therapy session as always. Great work!

[@alexlyakh4930]

I would recommend to check ignition timing on Bayliner with strobe light. Easy process but if it is wrong you will burn valves and pistons. Marine engines work 100% of its power all time, so ignition timing is important not to overheat piston-valves by late/early combustion (hands on experience ;) ).

[@alan6832]

Did you hear spark knock before burning engine parts? or evidence of spark plugs running too hot? If you run really hot spark plugs that are not precious metal type, the spark plug electrodes should melt before anything more valuable melts. I did this once in an old car. I have repeatedly advanced timing on worn out low compression engines to compensate for the reduced compression and plug fouling, but with a sharp ear for spark knock and repeated plug checks for excessive heat.

[@kimberlydeann]

@@alan6832 Backfiring thru the carbs is a good reason to check timing.

[@alan6832]

@@kimberlydeann I think it stopped doing that once they got the plug wires routed right, which I guess constitutes very bad timing.

[@creamoreTV]

Deine Video sind echt toll und spannend... verstehe auch, warum Du sie auf Englisch machst... aber vor allem Deine Musik-Wahl macht es schon echt besonders...! Sehr cool... LG aus München, Tom ;)

[@algonzalez8798]

at three minutes into the video, because of backfire, I felt the mixture was lean possibly to low fuel level or plugged idle circuit. Glad to see you figured out that wiring problem where you only had power to the ignition system while cranking the engine with the starter!

[@koenjanssen81]

I am really enjoying your videos!! Thanks for sharing all this. Please make sure to take a gas monitor with you when you go to work in the fuel tank! They can be rented at safety shops. It's not only for gasses, it will also monitor the amount of oxygen in the working area. Keep up the good work! Already looking forward to the next episode

[@Gourmetper]

You have learn you self, to bee a welder, with your boat, great jobb, and i have weld a lot;)

[@TR4zest]

I recognise those welds. They look just like mine ....

[@1401196616091996]

Fantastic work… very impressed

[@charlesdefrancisco5056]

Love your choice of ween….anyway the easy and best fix is a hydraulic hose for diesel

[@largejoe2195]

this is starting to look really good

[@godsangryhands4499]

A GREAT WAY TO clean carbs is to use Piano wire as it comes in different diameters so you can clean through many different sized holes within the carb with a few pieces of wire!

[@MarvinMotorsofficial]

If you weld something on the boat make sure you have disconnected all electronics like the ground cable for the batterie from the hull or turned of the safty switch. Welding could cause shorts in your electric system.

[@benursoben877]

Great video !! But would like too see more updates my friend. For your tank problem, id like too remind you of your own quote “ when in doubt cut it all out” Cut off the fitting and use a thread cutter on the outgoing pipe on the back tank. And get a new EX-valve and your sorted 👍🏼👌🏼✌🏼

[@4747-u2r]

Dude he has to make them u need to chill in his defense and edit calm your ass down have a cognac .

[@camopirate]

Fuel tank, If this were mine I would install a new Brass Bulkhead fitting near the bottom of the tank and add a proper ball valve and diesel fuel rated fuel line. You can cut off your old feed pipe and put a plate over the hole. In the plate you can add a port to install a proper fuel level sight tube and this way always know your fuel level. While the tank is open and being modified now is the time to install a port to add a fuel polishing system and never have fuel trouble again.

[@jakleo337]

Finally a proper welding helmet, now start using your left hand (back of the thumb) to steady and guide the rod while welding.

[@kenknight4560]

After checking ignition timing on Bayliner, as suggested below, you should install a working Oil Pressure gauge. Keeping track of this motors temperature and oil pressure is sort of critical. Just saying..

[@bobrat]

You have come light years along on this Vessel. Excellent workmanship!!

[@switchedon6530]

Everydays a learning curve...there's always someone out there that can help for sure. Great vid again buddy, looking forward to the next....great job 👍🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@andrewrussellmalcolm]

You should be able so source imperial fittings and imperial-metric adaptors from the UK. Any of the big DIY websites will have them, many houses etc. here are still plumbed with imperial. Great channel, I always look forward to your latest adventures!

[@alan6832]

He can't order imperial to Metric adapters from Ebay or Amazon? I see light bulbs and plugs there for Europe all the time.

[@Adelincapatina]

The welds don't look half bad, nice job!

[@fransvanaalst8698]

Good to see you are doing the right thing with the fuel line, drill a hole in the cover and place the fuelline there, the pump is strong enough to get it out of the tank, and if you stay a little above the lowest point of your tank you avoid to suck slurry into the engine. Also good job with the bayliner, it runs nice. Keep up the good work (work in the middle of you platform, somedayyou will fall in the water. 😁😁😁😁. Regards, Frans

[@braddl9442]

You having struggles with getting the engine working brought back some memories I had trying to fix an engine. It works enough that you know it can be fixed. But you have to do so many little things to narrow down what is the problem. Then the last thing you do that you realized you should have done first is always the thing that gets me. Having the second engine for parts turned out to be a lucky break.

[@opianosec]

You have come a long way. You have improved all your skills and doing a great job. Your weldings are much better, and your wiring is better than mine. Congratulations on your project. Do better research and find that connection for the Diesel fuel line. Avoid cutting the pipe and welding; that will be a great mistake and a significant headache. Instead, check Amazon UK or the USA; they may have it. Also, read the comments; a lot of people are providing you with great advice. I wrote you a comment on the episode when you changed the motor in the Bayliner, and I told you to rebuild the carburators without wasting time. I had a boat in the ’80s used in saltwater with twin Volvos the same you have, and the carburetors are a continuous pain. Ensure that you have a water separator in the fuel line to avoid internal carburetor corrosion. The Rubber bellow (rubber hose) on the outdrive should have been inspected before placing the boat on the water; the rubber bellow protects the U-joint from water damage. Be aware that algae can grow in Diesel fuel over time, depending on how long the fuel stays in storage. Also, depending on your refueling needs over time, you may need to add an additive to the Diesel fuel. Therefore, I highly recommend that you do some research on that topic to stay informed. With weather changes, condensation will form in fuel tanks, mainly on boats on the water; water separators are a good idea for gasoline and diesel fuels.

[@raceace]

With the Interstellar back ground music I was expecting the boat to travel through time.

[@Rossithailand]

great work on your boats,,, tip when your welding keep the welding rod in the direction of the material slowly move left and right to flow the weld , do not weld standing at 90 degrees ,its harder ,,,, good luck i watched all you videos,

[@jeanmas8789]

vidéo toujours au top et les cordons de soudure sont pas parfaits mais ils s'améliorent

[@gordonellens2997]

Waiting to long for your episode but will never get tired waiting your worth waiting for. Keep it going 👍🏻 cheers 🥂

[@apackwestbound5946]

Great progress and I trust you are enjoying the journey itself.

[@mrfarmer532]

The best presentation on KZbin, great humor and wonderful projects too.

[@jamesfvandeventerjr9012]

You have done a beautiful job keep going you it's a great old boat i think you might even get your money back if you ever sell it

[@tinyz81]

hey, wenn du eh auf neue anschlüsse wartest,kipp da doch mal Tafelessig rein, dann hast du in ein paar tagen weniger rost zu schrubben sofern du den ganzen essig umlagern kannst im keller o.ä. kannst du mit dem zeug immer entrosten. =) gruß aus köln.

[@722garage9]

For the long term, is it best to convert to German spec threads. If you travel and have an issue, finding a British 3/8 anything may not be possible. I’d remove the old tank and replace it with a system from 2021 rather than spend weeks cleaning the rust and dirt out of the metal tank. New lines, new tank!

[@PaulRansonArt]

I agree. After all the work done so far a new fuel system would be the best idea.

[@fredgervinm.p.3315]

It would be Pound foolish and Penny wise not to replace the tank and all lines, trust me...

[@PaulRansonArt]

@@fredgervinm.p.3315 agreed.

[@722garage9]

@@PaulRansonArt Used to own a boat. When you have an issue, a DIY store or boat shop is never nearby. If the system is ‘car-like’ at least you can wave it at the store guy and say ‘got one of these’ and you have a chance of a fix.

[@cap_eath]

I so agree with ths new tank. With all the updates, it seems wasteful to ruin it with an old rusted diesel tank. Personally not a fan of steel tanks for diesel in a wet environment. An aluminium tank or poly tank would have current spec fittings and won't rust. A top mount sending unit with fuel guage will save you from excessive filter replacement. A contaminated fuel system is a horrible pain in the arse that you would not enjoy.

[@alan-sk7ky]

Well, at least you will have the peace of mind about the inside of the diesel tank, you have looked in and can have no doubts what you need to do... ;-)

[@challengerjetdriver]

Another great video and good choice of music ;-) !!!!

[@andrewh1696]

Another great update! 👍

[@kroneditor9266]

Very enjoyable watch and makes me happy to see you making such steady progress towards your ambitions with this project. Thanks for the inspiration and also I love the soundtrack.

[@alttabby3633]

Love the laugh track!

[@aquious953]

Good idea to treat your fuel with enzyme, so your fuel system stays clean and your tanks don't rust out.

[@srycte9369]

What a great content! Every video is just so good and nice to watch. I'm already looking forward to the next one!

[@rogerb4436]

Oh YEAH AWESOME TO SEE YOU CORRECT THAT FUEL ISSUE AS I WAS REALLY REALLY WORRIED FOR YOU AND YOUR WIFE SAFETY. That was a crazy fix...kinda.

[@charlyb8714]

Kleiner Tipp mach da nur einen Vergaser ( Registervergaser ) drauf ! Läuft besser und Verbrauch geht runter 😉

[@77Aaronw77]

More videos!!! I can't wait

[@JamesRook]

Just a general FYI for the future when diagnosing carb problems. You have to understand that carbs have different operating circuits that deliver and meter fuel at different RPMs so you need to first identify what circuit is at fault. Won't idle? Most likely the idle circuit. Won't accelerate quickly? Accelerator pump. The name of the circuit almost identifies the type of problem.

[@mysticwolf2842]

Go to a marine supply they will be your best bet for getting the right parts you need, from the experience I have had before you get what you need check the insides of the tank as well for signs of corrosion as well. If you have gunk in the tank then you may have a pin hole leak. For the fittings I would use brass throughout, most boat builders today use brass and stainless for fuel lines.

[@pangtjonresor]

Thank you for an interesting and entertaining renovation, admire your determined work with all the projects you have. Good luck 👍 Lasse from Sweden

[@AlejandroRodriguez-rn1ym]

Muchas felicidades 😀

[@alan6832]

You could have started by turning the idle mixture and idle speed screws on the carbs, after mearsuring and writing down the original position. Often you can turn the idle mixture screw, start the engine just momentarily, and turn the screw back again to where it was, and this action will break up a clog, returning the idle mixture to normal. If your engine stalled then your idle speed was obviously zero, so you can just turn it up to where it is supposed to be, and if you fix an underlying problem like idle mixture or timing, then you can just turn it back to where it was. One you have it running, often fuel detergent and use will clean out dirt from the idle circuit and then the idle speed that you raised will get too high, so you can lower it again.

[@homeFall1]

I have also done the trick with blocking the intake with a rag with the engine revved up to suck crap out of the metering system on carbs before. Goal is to rev the motor and then block the intake with a rag until the engine slows WAY down but doesn't stall. If it does stall no big deal just fire it back up and repeat.

[@inigolesaca8758]

3/8 BSP is an usual thread size used in plumbering, even in Europe nowadays. Try to look for it in a plumbering store

[@scopestick]

Loving your life bro. Makes me want to selel it all up and go on a life journey x

[@LearnandLive97]

Guten Arbeit !!💪

[@mauriziogattara]

Ti faccio le mie congratulazioni per il lavoro che stai facendo ,mi piace vederti lavorare,sei molto preciso ,capisco le spese che stai affrontando, comunque spero tu stia realizzando un tuo sogno,continua così ,io ti seguo sempre

[@couttsw]

Victron Quattro's are normally bolted to the wall. This leaves the bottom free for routing cables.

[@gregbolitho9775]

Its fartin well m8, keep your head clear. Nice job friend of my m8, you did well. I could never had done that myself. Good work on the shelf m8, I haven't 'stick' or arc welded for years, did better than I did. Nice job m8, thanks, you and yours stay safe and well.

[@robertsanders3213]

Nice one m8!🤣

[@YellowPinkie]

Grinder and paint; makes you the welder you ain't.

[@homeFall1]

I came looking for this comment... Glad I wasn't the first one... Thumbs up!

[@kkanakis1957]

Fuel : whew nice work & glad you revisited the connection. In the states, we will have a fuel rated material imperial to metric adapter. If you cannot locate one, I am certain you would have a tool, die and machine shop local to you. Have an adapter made, or purchase a metric you need and machine on a lathe (by machine shop) the imperial you have. It should last for the life of the tank. (What is the expected life of the tank...?)

[@yunak9665]

Woah, the guitar solo from Ween's "Buenos Tardes Amigo" @ 16:30 mark. Never thought I'd hear that on this channel!

[@briansmythe3219]

Sweet bro prolly wouldn"t hurt too do the Timing and points if it has them on the bayliner , There both looking good Mbye Try a Plumbing Suppliers or ebay or some thing for the Fitting

[@starpingo1293]

Tolles Video, wie immer. Weiter so.

[@gregpintler4846]

As I watched this video I noticed the motor in the Bayliner back firing thru the carbs. I would check the timing of the spark also.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

great episode! Keep rolling!!

[@johnflynn9561]

you might want to look into a tool called a (needle scaler paint remover) they work very well on thick steel plate like your boat is mostly make from- they usually are operated from compressed air and are fairly cheap in cost- they do make a electrical version (110-220) but are a lot mare expensive.

[@TheRealIdleTime]

I love all of the DIY work...need you a MIG welder though.

[@joeb2224]

Try a truck dealer for the diesel tank fittings? Great videos, thanks.

[@rss608]

On my 86 bayliner I had nothing but problems with my carburetor. I rebuilt it myself but didn't drill out the idle mixture jets on the old quadrajet unit. Finally had to send it in to a pro rebuilder to have it done. the 2 years later the symptoms returned and had to send it in again. turns out that the ethynol fuel evaps and leaves huge deposits of corn glue in the float bowl and blocks the idle jets that have to be drilled out to be cleaned. I used high pressure air and carb cleaner but just couldn't get the goonk out of the jets. I would have started with the carbs then worked backwards in the fuel system. The other problem I had was the shift cable adjustment could not be correctly adjusted. I had to modify the shift cable rod length to make it shift right. a factory design error.

[@randigustavson3653]

You have enough pipe outside the tank, I'd suggest cutting it at the fitting, buy a common fitting, and tap the pipe with matching threads for the new fitting. No welding around a fuel source necessary.

[@apostolismagganas2588]

Cut the pipe from the point that the old fitting starts. Make a new thread but before check the diameter of the pipe to find the correct fitting. Put a stainless steel ball valve and you are good to go

[@westie4ageturbo.749]

That sounds like timing like others have said! Also need to run with aircleaners otherwise it will be rich!

[@chrispanagiotidis1290]

I think the best solution for you is to close the old exit and open one with something that you can find easily back to your hometown . It's not going to be more that two or three hours of work

[@Sceme1991]

I'm pretty sure the part with the weird threads can be unscrewed of the tank and there's probably 1/2" or 3/4" threads under it. Google pipe union and see what one looks like. It consists of three parts of which you still seem to have one attached there. You could also just cut that section off and make new threads on it. You can probably rent a handheld pipe threading machine that plumbers use. Those are pretty easy to operate.

[@nickmail7604]

All you had to do was adjust the idle screw on the carbs on the little boat, imperial fittings are widely available here in Britain, and in America they still use them for everything. I just put three eighth plumbing fittings into ebay and the fitting you need came up straight away for one pound sixty plus postage.

[@Nerd3927]

13:17 imperial pipe thread is still quite common in the Netherlands.