Our BOAT has a serious ELECTROLYSIS problem | Sailing Africa

[@KimGignac]

The best part about being a parent is to encourage and support your children! You have raised three amazing young men who will help to make this world a better place simply by being the kind, compassionate and energetic souls they are. Well done guys! We love following your adventures and are so proud of Declan, Ivan and Finn's individual accomplishments...and they're just getting started! Apples don't fall far from the tree.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@KimGignac thank you Kim! I reckon the best is seeing the results. Hannah a case on point.

[@OnTheFlipSide]

All the boys cruising through life on amazing journies. Fantastic episode and updates, Well done Finn ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thank you Amanda. The updates continue next week.

[@pirimusic]

Travel is a great education !

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Sure is!👌

[@Andy-dt8jg]

Aluminium with stainless bolts and salt water - perfect combination! The bolts pulled out of my windlass last year. Had to re- drill a couple of mill larger and re-tap the threads for bigger bolts. Looks like Ivan enjoyed his trip. Bad luck for Finn, as he said that beach looked "interesting" for getting in and out of the boat from...

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Aluminium, stainless steel, salt water and electrical current! A design fault or feature?

[@chrisr819]

⁠@@TheCruisingKiwisdid you measure stray current? That’s a standard issue on all older FP as the base is always standing in salt water. The stainless steel bolts create a battery. Mine was not as bad as yours. Jb weld putty is the right stuff to get an even base but you have to to drill the studs much deeper into the case as the epoxy won‘t hold that well, I added 4 additional. You must use Tefgel generously on the s s studs so it’s isolates them from the aluminum. Then using a 12mm nylon board cutting exactly to the shape of the windlass and that raises the windlass from its base so it’s not standing permanently in salt water. These measures solves the issue permanently.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

​@chrisr819 tomorrow's episode updates what I did. Added six more bolts!! But not a base plate. Dang!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Correction the new episode is live in less than two hours time..😊

[@chrisr819]

​@@TheCruisingKiwis you need the base plate and use composite like nylon board. Eg get a cutting board and cut to form. Need minimum 10mm, better 15mm. Question is if your studs are now long enough. I have 4 original shorter and additional 4 longer ones.

[@d2ndborn]

Love the updates, the race was fun to watch even with the loss. Ivan looks like he is having fun. Hope the repairs on the windless works out. Only missing on update from number 2 son.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thank you d2ndborn. We had a quick update from the EMC last week kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2SWlJuFlsZggacsi=b3GDr0jwZu34AhHI

[@isabelleb.1270]

I love how loving and supportive your family is ! And you found your tribe on the sea too ! I come from a toxic family where I was the scapegoat (but thought it was normal, because I was a dummy)... and learned the hard way that I actually could be loved and respected. Watching you all brings so much hope in my heart, if this make sense... Cheers ! 🧡✨

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Wow Isabelle, this makes me sad. It’s very difficult to put aside the treatment you get dealt growing up but you have. Thank you for sharing, you absolutely are important, respected and lovable, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

[@VicuSan]

@@TheCruisingKiwis Totally agree, don´t let aanyone you are respected and lovable, Isabelle! Yes, Rob and Rachel, you are a great example on how raise wonderful persons. There is hope in the future!

[@jcbaily5559]

Wow, good to everyone except for Declan. Hope you were able to get your repairs done and hope Finn and Ivan have a great time traveling together! Take care!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

We did check in with the EMC last week. Here's the link if you missed it, kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2SWlJuFlsZggac

[@trevhedges]

Thanks guys! 😊

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Cheers Trev. Recommend Tanzania if anyone is asking. 🙂

[@trevhedges]

@ I thought you meant the episode? You’re recommending the place, or episodes?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@trevhedges oh yes the episodes of course😊😁 but I actually meant the country.

[@dennismatthews6660]

Thank you

[@Girtacotaco]

Love what you are doing

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thank you Gir. And welcome aboard!.... this being your first comment I'm guessing you're new to our channel??

[@jonathanscott550]

Great video and nice job on the windless. Well I guess we'll actually know next video. Finn unfortunate about the race. Ivan enjoy your trip. Looking forward to UK pic's of Ivan and Finn visiting relatives. Cheers looking forward to next video

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

More updates next week and a conclusion to the windless repair too. Can't wait!

[@AustProd6]

Always good to see Finn. Good Bad or Indifferent.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Glad you like that because he will feature quite a bit in up and coming episodes🙂

[@danielwardin3609]

Now that was a nail-biting finish. Onward and onward, guys. Best regards.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

We were on the edge of our seat. I didn't include it in the vlog but Matt, the coxswain in this video had a terrible coastal rowing tour. In the long course champs he missed out on medals because 1, Finn lost his oar at the start of the double, then 2, when leading the mixed double with 400m to go and an official incorrectly called them out of the race to take a 1 minute penalty which turned out to be given to the wrong boat, their medal was not reinstated. You saw what happened in the beach sprint quad but also he and his mixed double partner contested the beach sprint mixed double and got knocked out by waves as they were leaving the beach at the start, they were the reigning world champs going into that event. That's racing for you.

[@rikatoll4049]

Cool to see the emergence of a new olympic sport

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

I'm going to have to remind myself of that moment was. 😊

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Oh yes the Coastal rowing. 😊

[@lets_go_see_]

This rowing competition really is a big thing! Finn is already a champ and not every race will give the same results. The best thing he can do is simply, always give it his best ??Ttfn

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Wise words

[@davidholland2180]

Another excellent video, it is always great when we get to see all of you. I will have to, of course, share this also. Lol. Finn is looking great, he seems to have filled out some, Him and Ivan are going to have so much fun, great that they get to spend some time together again.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Yeah Finn is looking much healthier. Thanks David!

[@AG-ub4ql]

I still think of Ivan as a “little” boy. In the opening sequence at the airport, he appears to be several inches taller than Rob. What a change over the years.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

I still think of all the boys as little boys. There was much election from Ivan when he became taller than Rob. A happy moment in any childs life when they become taller than their parent.

[@Mercury88-b7k]

Just brilliant to catch up wi yas again. I don't know who's more handsome, Ivan or Finn. ❤😊Great to see mocha and you both too obviously. ❤❤

[@davidholland2180]

I would have to say Ivan is the best looking of the 2.

[@Mercury88-b7k]

@davidholland2180 lol I was only teasing

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Were we an after thought there Mercury?

[@Mercury88-b7k]

@TheCruisingKiwis lol not at all

[@davidholland2180]

@@Mercury88-b7k Both are very good looking dudes. I am just a big fan of the Kiwis. Lol. The Hamil family are so down to earth people, they so remind me of my own family. I watch quite a few sailing channels and The Sailing Kiwis is still my favorite channel.

[@barroosa]

I'm not much of a sports fan, other than my college football(US) favorite, but I found myself cheering for NZ there at the end!!!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

It's hard not to get involved when there's someone you know on the team

[@barroosa]

@@TheCruisingKiwis Yeaaaas! Love you guys. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@@barroosa As an American (? you mentioned US football) You may enjoy our up and coming videos. Finn in is off to the USA for some rowing events.

[@barroosa]

@@TheCruisingKiwis Can't wait to see it!!!

[@peterschouten-ys8yr]

Hi, 40 years ago I had a similar problem with a VETUS windlass (actually a lofrans Italy product). It comes down to very low grade aluminum and with the dissimilar metal fastening and salt Cristal build up what you have is wat you get. I ended up rebuilding the housing in stainless steel and that fixed the issue. I am not sure what you can do there but I would recommend that you replace the windlass with a better brand at the earliest opportunity. Our temporary fix at the time was encapsulation with Fibre glass and now you can do that with epoxy and carbon. Good luck. Cheers Peter.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thanks Peter. Ours is a Lofrans too. This week's episode shows a rather thorough re attachment job😊

[@JibeTalking]

In the 1980's I was on the same train, and when we broke the fog and I saw the mountains for the first time and I had the same reaction as Ivan... The photos I took were 35mm and I had the blow up into 2' x 2' pictures and framed them... I suggest visiting the little town go Mürren, Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Spend the night at the Hotel Apline with amazing views of the Lauterbrunnen valley. 20 years later I took my wife back and we stayed in the same hotel and we did a bit if skiing....Take the tram to the top of the Schilthorn and have lunch at the revolving restaurant.. Ice caves on the other side of the valley as well as access to a glacier....

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Oh that's so nice. Noted if any of us ever get there again!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

I've just reminded myself of ivan's episode he put out a few days ago on his trip there. You may enjoy it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qp6oZIptj7Ble5Isi=1OGGL_xiGNdtOYLu

[@goomtoob8714]

get friendly with Nicle anti seize, you should coat every stainless nut n bolt with it, not only is a thread lubricant but it also acts as an anode to the immediate area, stainless bolts are famous for galling/binding it will stop that also, and can be used as an anode liquid between metal to metal or more importantly stainless to allot mounting's if no gaskets are used.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Good call thank you!

[@goomtoob8714]

sorry i meant to say zinc anti seize, not nickel my mistake sorry.

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

The Wynns are having severe electrolissis problems as well on their brand new boat take a look. Metal epoxy is a very usefull thing and is resistant to chemicals and high temperatures. Looks like you need to insulate the windlass body with a non conductive gasket.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

It does have a rubber base that it sits in. I think salt water from the chain seeped under too which didn't help. The epoxy works well. More next week...

[@KevinFreist]

Right, doohikys are very specific in applications in boats and toilets. 😅 Perhapps a long , keel rod made of zink or other corrosive alloys as a large surfaced "sacrificial anode " just for S&G. ( shxts and giggles)!

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Some sort of sacrificial anode could be worth considering. Have you seen the follow up ep released yesterday? In case you missed it, here it is. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWGsimSbbdx6qJI

[@bryanbadger6841]

Good one Finn. Almost but not quite. Back to you Rob. In a previous life, I used to own one of Mr Hartley ferrocement vessels. I had 3 zinc anodes. One on the prop shaft. One on the rudder. And one on the hull, connected directly to the engine. Replaced them every year. If the antifoul was good, then it was just a case of lift and hold. Never had any reactionary problems in the 10 or so years, I had that particular yacht. I thought I would need 4 anodes, but was advised by someone who knew what they were doing, that 3 was enough. The secret was placement of them to get maximum effect. Even at 78, I reckon I can learn something. What do you think caused your particular problem.?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

I think the main problem was salt water. The corrosion is worst on the side that the anchor chain is on.

[@stevenr8606]

🤔 💡 the best name for any sailboat ⛵️... ENDLESS LIST 😊

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

correct

[@rickkwitkoski1976]

Ok. I've never found out about what cruisers DO WITH all your used oil. Engine oil, transmission oil, gear box oil. PLUS used grease rags etc. I would hope you don't dump it but then putting it into garbage cans in remote places... WHERE will it wind up? Seems to me that burning it would result in the least hazardous method of disposal. And that's another thing about 2-cycle outboards. The reason they are banned or are being banned in many countries is because they are far more polluting. Yet I see cruisers buying 2-cycle outboards in places like Thailand. You can't get away from all polluting products but when such choices are made... Thanks for the video.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

I can't speak for others, but we save the oil and hand it in at marinas that have a fuel dump area. Cruisers by two stroke engines because they are more reliable and easier to fix. Sailors balance that pollution by using sails to cross the globe.

[@sedatedape315]

Mocha supervising all newcomers and work... check! Ivan touring Switzerland and having a blast...check! Finn doing a fantastic job in a tough race.... check! Rob doing boat repairs without injury....wait, what?!?!?!? 😮😮😮 What's wrong with this picture?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

The repairs are not over yet😉

[@rickkwitkoski1976]

The 2024 World Rowing Beach Sprint Championships from September 13-15, 2024, in Genoa, Italy. So these vids are 2 months behind real time. Most of you cruisers don't say when you are filming. A few flash up dates of footage. I like that.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

If you like a flash up of dates you'll love this video of ours from two weeks ago kzbin.info/www/bejne/emTLlYGofLlngrMsi=z3h-lvrhdExiELmV. I don't know any sailing channels that are real time, Zatara are probably the closest, many others are a year behind. We need a small cushion in order to have a life outside of filming and editing.

[@VicuSan]

Great intro Rachel! And nice edit also. Hope all three EC, exceptional childs, are doing great! Why is Ivan uploading less pics? Sorry to hear your maintenance problems... hope they are already fixed. Bad moment to have them with no EC on board. Haha no need to see that video Ivan was talking about once he reached the snow... Glad they are having, or were having a grest trip through Switzerland. Ivan deserves it. Did they try cottage cheese? The one they do on small villages or farms is sooo good... I was there long ago, but still have awesome memories. How is Mocha doing? Never done a long journey sailing, but I've heard many stories of courage and frienship among sailors. Tough environment creates great persons! Good job, captain Rob. OMG, so many obstacles for Finn!! Unlucky weather indeed, then the turn and the fall because of bad sand of the runner... anyway, well done Kiwis!! Go Finn!! Silver is not bad at all, big congrats. Now have fun with Ivan, can't wait to see the episode with the bros reunion. Take care, Team Hamill! Safe journeys, fair winds.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thank you! No Ivan missed out on cottage cheese but if we are ever there ourselves.... Thanks again!

[@thecarpenter645]

Sounds like you need a product called Mega Poxy PM as an all round epoxy for gluing metal, fibreglass, wood and just about anything. It might not be a permanent fix for your windless but it would definitely get you out of a tight situation it’s available in New Zealand and Australia. Been using it for 30 years now and can’t name the amount of uses I’ve used it for in construction to many to list. Electrolysis is the cause of the oxidation and oxidation is the symptom (Corrosion).

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Thank you! I'll look out for it in South Africa when we get there.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Ivan says he didn’t get there but he was close, visiting Sass Fee. Somewhere new for him to see next time.

[@doradosurfcharters]

That is from carbon build up in winch should service regularly by blowing our motor with aircompressor you should see what it does to aluminium boats Same thing with starter and alternators on engine 🤙

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

You'll see in the next episode I clean out the rotor and brushes. There was actually very little carbon.

[@doradosurfcharters]

@TheCruisingKiwis can't wait for every episode carbon or not 🫡👍👍

[@Maloy7800]

When Finn left, they made a 30 minutes tribute. Declan - 20 minutes. Ivan - 30 seconds plus a scene at the airport where mom gave him a slap on the shoulder and dad criticized his phisical form. SNIFF! POOR IVAAAAAAAAAAAAN! The UYC - the Unloved Youngest Child. Anyway, when are the next 290 episodes coming?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Ivan says he's going to need alot of therapy. Until now he didn't know.

[@kaasgaafnl]

Too bad Kiwi's! Holland WINS 🔥

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

Yeah they were an impressive crew and probably would have won gold only for a rudder issue in the final. Regardless of that..... 😊😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJS4pGiObsyfecUsi=_GRDbG6jbQWTnH6E

[@kaasgaafnl]

@@TheCruisingKiwis 🤣

[@dreamweaver320]

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[@SailingSeahorse2025]

Excuse me Rob, that is a do hiki not an adjustable spanner 😂

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@@SailingSeahorse2025 It worked better than the whatchamacallit I was going to use 😉

[@stevenr8606]

As an American mechanic would say; it's a Knuckle-buster. That's because the wrench often comes loose from the fastener and causes your knuckles to slam into the nearest surface. 😮

[@sausage5849]

@@stevenr8606 Sometimes they're called a hammer too 🙂

[@sedatedape315]

​@@sausage5849Definitely have used said tool as a hammer. Picture hanging!

[@honephillips3840]

I thought it looked like a thingamebob.

[@markthomasson5077]

I would have used that plate as a strap over the top and threaded rod to bolt down Temporarily until you can get to a welder.

[@sausage5849]

How did the windlass repair go?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@@sausage5849 all will be revealed next week

[@sausage5849]

@@TheCruisingKiwis Aww, a cliffhanger 🙂

[@robthompson7174]

Just wondering if your windlass was bonded? I couldn't see any wire?

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

No it isn't. You mean run a wire from it to earth on the Hull?

[@robthompson7174]

Yes, but not just the windlass. It should be part of your bonding system that connects all the larger metal objects on the boat together, including hull anodes, to a common good earthing point like a Dynaplate. The windlass shows such dramatic galvanic corrosion because they have several dissimilar metals in them, with the aluminium case being the least noble so it gets eaten first.

[@kenlynch6332]

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[@youthoughtitwasbadbefore6134]

Epoxy don't stick to alli. Sorry.

[@TheCruisingKiwis]

@@youthoughtitwasbadbefore6134 It has. This is steel epoxy.

[@StingrayBay]

I have aluminium boats and motors. The epoxy weld products do work but they do not stop the aluminium from corroding underneath the repair. So i Have learned to weld aluminum which isn't so hard. Consider this a temporary repair and get it welded professionally when you can

[@Ricphil]

:)