Pacific Crossing Preparations, Engine Problems & Hull Farmyard Ep 116

In this weeks episode we continue with our preparations getting Atlas ready for the 4000 mile passage offshore across the Pacific Ocean. We have engine problems and clean our hull below the water line. Also we take a walk on Taboga Island and climb 800 ft in sweltering conditions
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[@billywhizz6483]

It's worth wearing foam ear protectors thingies to stop those bugs going in your ears when scraping!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

This comment has had 18 thumbs up Thanks for the advice Billy 🙏

[@jamesa7506]

@@TheSailingBrothers those bugs are probably procreating in your ears right now 😳 and I'm sure a few braver ones went ahead and did the do and laid their eggs in your nethereigons too. Bow-chicka-wow-wow! 🤣

[@colinboniface194]

I doubt very much, if anyone will forget you two... You own this space on youtube... There is only a handful of channels that have your integrity, and honesty... That's why I follow you both... A couple of down to earth people having the time of your life... Bloody amazing...

[@ConstantThrowing]

Beautifully put and totally accurate. These two are amazing! Proud that they're my countrymen (and I'm not usually that sort of person, if that makes sense!).

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Wow Colin 😍 So bloody nice of you to say so. Thank you so much buddy. We can't believe so many people follow our crazy cheese loving sailing and having a good old laugh 😂😂

[@coffee6783]

Atlas is my favourite boat on YT, so not easily forgotten! 👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks coffee, absolutely perfect 😊

[@dulls8475]

When in the water in the warmer seas and you are scraping underneath it is worth getting a head cover over your head as you can get nasty infections in your ears from the debris floating around. It could even be a scarf tied around to protect the ears.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the advice 👌 There was lots of debris and critters in the water trying to get into every orifice 😱

[@louissanderson719]

Your channel is criminally under subscribed. The amount of positive engagement you guys get should be propelling this channel.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We need a campaign started 😀

[@johnBSadro]

You have gone a long way from where you started. It takes character, determination, dedication and knowledge. You have earned the right to be proud of yourselves.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much John that is really nice of you to say buddy 🙏

[@dogmom6010]

Nobody compares with sailing brothers bringing the real life of cruising sailboat life. Not glamorous flashy or lipstick. Ambassadors for sailing for the average guy or lady. Thanks boys and good luck. Rick

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much Rick you Superstar ⭐💪

[@dogmom6010]

I thought I heard your names mentioned at the coronation of King Charles. It always start with imagination and toss in your courage and you end up cruising around the world. Rick

[@DLBard-bv2nd]

What about your heat exchanger? Have you recently cleaned it? Calcium and other deposits can pass through the sea water and become a fixed to the interior tubes of the heat exchanger causing eventual blockages reduced water being able to pass through. I have used muratic acid mixed in fresh water flushed through the heat exchanger to clear out deposits. A little prevention is worth having to buy a new heat exchanger. 💲💲💲

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We don't have a heat exchanger on the engine as it is raw water cooled. We had a heat exchanger on a previous boat and that was blocked up horribly

[@philgibbs5270]

You really do find some strange foot paths when on land, thank goodness the sea is a great deal clearer. 😂😂

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We always get lost on land Phil 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@christyhanlon554]

Best of luck lads and don’t worry we certainly won’t forget you both. Amazing episodes and you continue to keep it real 👍Thank you both so much for sharing these experiences with us. Safe travels and fair sailing, RESPECT 👍👍👍🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪❤️❤️❤️

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Christy It's nice to know you won't be forgetting about us. We look forward to uploading the first episode of our Pacific adventure. It's a pleasure bringing you all along with us 😁⛵😁

[@theyacht40]

Well done guys ,Looking forward to your next episode,,Good luck and fair winds if you get away !!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks buddy really appreciate it ✌️😁

[@wellsgb1957]

🫣 those bugs looked nasty little buggers, you did a grand job cleaning her bottom 👍🏻 Well done gentlemen!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Needs to be as clean as a whistle Andy 😄

[@tw1972]

I had the same problem with my raw water strainers. Sounds daft put some grease around the rubber seal on the lid cured mine. Great video guy's.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the advice Tony That sounds great we shall give it a go 😃

[@davenicholls162]

Hope you have a great trip, plenty of wind and I look forward to your exciting tales .

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Dave very much appreciated 🤘

[@hwestgard1383]

Tack!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Indeedly. Thank you so much for your super thanks your donation is greatly appreciated. We hope you have a fantastic week

[@sailingstardreamer]

Take care both of you and good luck

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Boat-bitz 🙏

[@dale6349]

Delicious!! Beautiful scenery thankyou

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Pleasure 😊

[@sallyjane8392]

Keep it real brothers, reminds me of my journey on my rival38 in 1987, the boat hasn’t changed at all apart from a few modernisations. Still the same battles with batteries, water and the glorious Bukh. Sail safe my friends see you on the other side. Have fun this is a life changing experience that cannot be found on utube. Xxx

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Our dream boats is a rival 41 or Bowman 42. No matter what you fix or buy there is always something wrong, broken or in need of love 😁. Thanks for following us on this Great adventure. Rivals rule

[@dews3340]

Thanks for sharing. Good morning 🌄. Stay safe and healthy out there.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Good morning Dews 😁

[@peteroestroem9959]

I will be awaiting for your next posting. Bon voyage!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Peter 👌

[@maartentukker843]

Have a nice and safe voyage to the Pacific islands, weather permits!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Maarten 🙏

[@danielhulme5577]

Great video guys 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@kbbarton1]

Safe passage, boys!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Spartan 👌

[@robertpomeroy9016]

Calcium deposits in the heat exchanger is a common problem and will obstruct raw water flow. This is remedied by running Barnacle Buster through the system.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Perfect 👍

[@snowyowl539]

Good luck guys . We will be waiting x

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Snowy 😄👌

[@kenhughes3434]

Safe travels. I look forward to hearing about your adventures.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Ken 👌

[@mikeb2722]

G'day , from the land down under lads. I have been travelling with you guys since the UK and am proud of your achievement. I wanted to take the time to wish you all the best for your up coming Pacific crossing and more, I will pray that the Lord Himself would watch over you and keep you in your journey. Cheers

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Good day Mike Thanks for sticking with us all the way from blighty. Thank you so much for your kind words we really appreciate your support 🙏⛵

[@christinemartin973]

Very good boys a real creepy Crawley episode amazing views well done xxxx

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks mum xxxxx

[@bert2526]

Safe travels guys!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Bert 🙂

[@Zzzzzzzzz216]

Good luck lads 🍀 ⛵️⚓️

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Khin ✌️✌️

[@markclifton14]

That was not a very pleasant job scraping the hull. Glad you got the engine sorted. You are going to need it to be reliable over the next few weeks. That island seems quite remote to live on. Any way Guys have a safe passage. See you soon. Can’t wait for you next video.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey Mark It was a pretty rubbish job. Not usually like that. Normally we just brush the hull as slime tends to build up. Our little red two cylinder needs to be working well as we may need her quite a bit on the way. The Pacific Ocean is calling ⛵😁

[@anthonyporthouse9114]

Hi Fellas Hope you didn't get to many bugs in your holes and crevices😂 Taboga from the beach looked ok but as you got further a field looked almost third world in saying that wouldn't mind seeing it. Magnificent seeing the town from 800 meters up and it's surroundings. Cya in 6 weeks Stay safe guys Cheers Tony

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Luckily none of the bugs went in our holes 🤣🤣🤣 It's a cool town. Always looks better from the air. I couldn't live there as that is not much to do. Have fun in Cya 😁

[@Sailing_Antrice]

Fair winds guys.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much Hillary ✌️

[@Gobucky63]

🙏 safe travels guys! I hope your adventure in the Pacific can begin in earnest. Gods speed, happy trails

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Having a couple of issues here. Have had to order parts from the UK 😟

[@Gobucky63]

@@TheSailingBrothers I’m sorry to hear that! At least you found the issue before you set sail in to the pacific. Hope your parts to to you fast and the wind pick up when you’re ready to go!🙏

[@neilcampion3118]

When I clean the hull on my boat I run two lines under the keel. This gives you something to hold onto while diving. I find it really speeds up the job Always cover your ears as I once got a very bad infection

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the great idea Neil. Next time we clean underneath we will run some lines 😉

[@crriding5859]

When I had a similar problem with a raw water cooled engine, I put raw kettle descale through it when hot, left it in for about an hour and flushed out and made quite a big difference.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Very interesting indeed 🤔 Putting ideas in our heads now

[@davidcunningham5422]

Hopefully you guys are on your way....... good to get last minute things done! Watch out when doing the cleaning of the hull! You should have gloves on cutting your skin on that coral is not good..... again safe travels and we will see you when we see you🥂🇨🇦⛵️

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Not quite David. Still here in Panama. Next time we do the hull we will definitely wear gloves and block our ears and nose 🐽

[@davidbarnfield9849]

That was another good video guy's , not a pleasant task scrapping off Barnacles oh yes they are sharp . Like the way you both get out on trail's, not sure of wild life but I'd be bit scared of exotic snakes or spiders ??? Hope you get your weather window soon & stay safe. Dave B . Thailand.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hi Dave It was a really rubbished job but had to be done. We love to go for nice trail walks up into the hills and over small mountains. There are lots and lots of bugs and animals that can kill you here. I'm not too worried though 😁

[@dogmom6010]

According to you tube if you watch video for 30 seconds it counts. Give thumbs up also helps with the channel.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's right it counts as another view Rick 😉

[@dogmom6010]

Trying to rally the troops and it would be great for you boys if we all could watch past videos. I'd like to see a bump for you boys.- rick

[@dogmom6010]

Boys just remember your doing this adventure as a team, let nothing stir the pot of chaos. Talk to each and support each others opinions. Look the wind blows and you sail and its that simple, no one controls the wind. I'm betting this will bond you to brothers closer. I bought a remote parcel of land for hunting. I invited my much younger brother to hunt and to improve the property. We lost our dad few yrs back and it's up to me to keep us together. Take care boys- rick

[@gungho6798]

Awesome one lads 🎻

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Gung Ho 👌

[@johnlawrence7268]

An update from me, I messaged a week or so ago letting you know how I would get on going through all your videos from EP 1. Well, I'm in the Orkneys with you. Still enjoying your way of sailing and your relaxed humour. Sale safe boyos.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey John So you are all the way up in the orkneys. Sounds like you're really enjoying the adventure with us. Really appreciate the message back John cheers buddy ✌️

[@johnlawrence7268]

@@TheSailingBrothers I'm down in Scarborough now! Still enjoying the videos. I like it that you're quite different from other sailing KZbinrs. A question; why do you fly a union flag and not the red ensign? No big deal, I like it that you're not conforming. Keep it up and sail safe.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks John really appreciated buddy it's nice to stand out from the crowd. We should have been flying a Red ensign. We finally picked one up in Dover 😁

[@markd988]

Safe journey chaps😊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Mark 🙏

[@markbailey6051]

If not using the engine for awhile I dive and cover the prop with a plastic bag.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Another fantastic idea mark. That will keep most of the barnacles off ✌️

[@epcode5121]

You guys are on the Top of the World. It's all yours waiting for you 🙏

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We are very very lucky indeed 🙏

[@robertpomeroy9016]

Add bottom paint to the dinghy, Lads!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We certainly need it. It grows like a farm yard

[@athopi]

Fair winds and gentle seas. Beware the Kraken!!! lol, take care and best luck until we see you again!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Very nice of you to say dusty River thank you so much buddy 🙏

[@alexandramorkin400]

Safe travels

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Alexandra 😀

[@joannarline6972]

Well done .good luck and take care of yourselfs

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Joannar 👌😁

[@hebertcentrone6804]

good luck

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Hebert 👌

[@johnburgess5534]

The exhaust water outlet looks normal judging from the water coming out under your counter stern. Capt John

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It may be because the water is warm here 🤔. Engine temperatures are a little higher. Thanks Captain John 😀

[@SV_Ruli]

Try some vinegar , and let it be some days in the engine...

[@SV_Ruli]

(hot engine, thermostat open)

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We just recently did that. Flushed her out ✌️

[@kirkrobbins9090]

Boy o Boy, this had to be your most glamorous video ever! The best thing about that path was NO WATER BUGS!! Anyway, glad the engine cooling looks better. Good time to check everything out. Praying for some easy sailing, fun times and beautiful sights (and smells!)! Take care 🙂

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey Kirk At least it wasn't any of those bugs on land 🤣🤣🤣 engine seems a lot better now. Making sure everything is tip top ready for leaving ⛵

[@yachtbubble7063]

I had exactly your problem - water pumping but less than usual. After launch it was difficult to get the water flowing. I thought it would be a new water pump but it turned out that the cam was worn. A new cam took moments to fit and then the pump worked fine, including priming after launch. I bet you need a new cam. Won’t cost much. Greetings from Yacht Bubble!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey thanks for your message we really do appreciate it! Our water pump is less than 2 years old but I will have a look at the cam to make sure it is not worn ✌️

[@DirkJacobsz]

Well done lads... nice clean hull - ya'll be zooming along - safe trip to French Poly - see ya on the otherside - calm Cs and following winds - you have done so well ...

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Need that hull as slippery as we can get it. Have heard from a few people that goose barnacles are an issue when sailing across the Pacific. Thanks Dirk ✌️😁🙏

[@MCallsen]

Those barnacles had a field day on your hull, wow so much growth. And you had to give your knuckles away to clean up (oh my) ;) Glad the motor was not really in trouble and we will see you soon!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Can't believe how much growth there was on her belly. Engine seems to be okay now but still isn't pumping as much water as she used to 🤔

[@adventuresinbasicreality219]

You guys need to invest in a pressure washer for those barnacles woo that’s a lot

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's an idea 💡

[@robertrioux7409]

You guys had me scratching after seeing all the bugs on you.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It was pretty gross Robert 🤢

[@jimmykelly260]

Try cleaning the stack on your heat exchanger incase its blocked up a bit.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Don't have a heat exchanger Jimmy she is raw water cooled ✌️

[@richardwhitfield9385]

Great video as usual guys. I had a twister with a Bukh 10 hp, I used to have a few problems sometimes when starting the engine it would not suck water through, I had to prime the pump to get it to work. It turned out to be the back plate in the pump that the impeller runs against had become worn and not forming a good enough seal. Replaced the pump and all was good. You could bypass the sieve and take the sea water supply straight to the pump and see if it makes a difference to the amount of water coming out the exhaust. I think it is just you two worrying about something that is probably ok anyway. Displacement activity, rather than worrying about the journey ahead of you. Remember it’s just the same water just a bit more of it.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Richard The water pump is less than 2 years old. We certainly checked it and put in a new Impeller didn't seem to make any difference 🤔. Next step is to remove the strainer and see if that makes any difference. Maybe it's all in our heads as we are just worrying too much 😭 Once we get on our way it will all be left behind 😁⛵

[@howardbeer5214]

Good luck lads and this is def a channel to watch . Real sailing and not the rubbish that most put out !!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you Howard we really appreciate your kind words 🙏😎

[@christinehammell6365]

Definitely won't forget you . Looking forward to the next episode whenever it is. Take care xx

[@TheSailingBrothers]

That's great to know Christine 😁👌

[@craig3040]

Bukhs need flushing through with Barnacle buster or Rydlyme descaler to clear the salt deposits. Increased steaming from the exhaust is a good indicator of blocked cooling ports.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for the information Craig. We are on the lookout for barnacle buster 👌

[@richardayres2949]

Maybe the pipe that goes into the engine head? On my Bukh 36 it occasionally got calcified reducing the flow through the engine. I used to take it off every few years and social it in kettle cleaner. Good luck.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We checked all the pipes everywhere and all seems clear Richard 😭

[@francescasabbatino7287]

Great vid lads! You’ve become my favorite part of Sunday!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

YES!!!!! Now Sunday rules 😄

[@Jackanory222]

Have you checked the exhaust mixing elbow. They foul with carbon in the exhaust gas and slow the flow of water. Assuming you have a cooling water thermostat, that is worth checking for build up and functionality Agree with buying some ear cleaner. We call it swim ear and it is a mixture of isopropyl alcohol and an acid, citric or acetic I think

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We have checks pretty much everything on the engine Geoff. Can't seem to find anything that's at fault. Going to continue to monitor engine temperatures. Next time we go swimming under the boat going to cover our ears I think 😉😁

[@brucefletcher6179]

Vinegar is a simple but effective cooling channel cleaner. Ideally set up a 5 gallon bucket with a small 12 volt pump drawing the vinegar from the bucket directly to the line downstream of the saltwater pump, then connect a temporary hose from the exhaust injection line back to the bucket and circulate until it's filthy. repeat if necessary, if you get no cloudy/muddy circulation you're good. In a pinch just take the hose from the salt water intake into the jug of vinegar, but this is very wasteful as you'll need many gallons of vinegar. The engine cooling channels in ALL engines, but especially the salt water cooled ones need regular cleaning. Some people like to fill the engine with the cleaning solution then let is sit and wait, but if you do this ensure the system has an opening for the bubbling up pressure to be relieved.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks for taking the time to please you're comment Bruce. Sounds like an absolute plan! Thanks for your advice buddy 👌

[@MichielVermeulen-oq7pq]

check the chalk build up! flush with cleaning vinegar!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We flushed our engine with vinegar Michael ✌️

[@eleutheros]

We’ve been watching your episodes now for about 5 months, and we really enjoy them. Keep it up!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much super glad you have been enjoying the crazy adventure ✌️⛵😁

[@lloydbrown9327]

It's going to be sad, not seeing your videos every Sunday! I wish you well on your journey across the Pacific! Fair Winds and safe sailing! Take care from the east coast of Canada 🇨🇦!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Lloyd Don't worry buddy we will be back soon 😉👌😁

[@SM40]

Could be worth looking at your exhaust elbow looking at the exhaust. Also, fill the strainer with water before putting the lid back on.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Checked the exhaust elbow it is all clear. We always prime the strainer before restarting the engine. Thanks for your help buddy 🤘

[@raybedell883]

That's a good one fellas. The accompanying music was excellent...tiny 2 cylinder...? Fouled prop and underbelly...yikes. beware cuts from barnacles wanna get nasty...bacteria etc.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

She is a 20 horsepower 2 cylinder. Makes a hell of a racket! Next time we go under definitely wearing gloves 🧤

[@dougdickens2298]

In the event you guys get your sailing window, good luck and smooth sails. I've been enjoying your channel for quite some time and live vicariously through your adventures. Good stuff fellas! Be safe.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Doug we really appreciate it buddy. It's fantastic too share this adventure on board Atlas ⛵

[@rainfinger]

I admire your patience, waiting to find your weather window. You will be old salts by the time you reach the Torres Strait.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

If we wait any longer my beard will go White 🤣🤣🤣

[@gungho6798]

Make sure you have no growth when arriving in Galapagos. They have been known to turn boats with an inkling of growth away.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Skipping Galapagos. It's $2,000 just to check in 😱. However we will be sailing past on the way to the tradewinds

[@sailinglatis]

Bad luck with the weather window gave us a great bonus episode. 👍 Fair sailing gents!🇨🇦

[@TheSailingBrothers]

There is always an upside 😁

[@johnlee8136]

Best of luck and have a safe passage to NZ. Boy I'm going to miss you guys each Sunday.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks John. Will be heading for French Polynesia first then New Zealand ⛵👌 Don't worry we will be back soon

[@dulls8475]

I had the same problem and i accidently found out what it was after lots of dismantling this and that. It turned out to be a hose that passes under the engine and thus not visible and it had kinked. I only found it because i dropped a spanner that went under the engine and i had to get it. There is a product called aqua ear in Australia that you put in after a swim. It is cheap and alcohol based.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Have checked all the hoses and the through hole all is clear. It's quite a strange one this 🤔. Have heard of aqua ear I think. Don't want any infections in our ears 👂

[@sasanac1]

Forget about you!? How could we ! Good luck across the Pacific. See you on the other side.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Pete buddy 👌⛵

[@buzzinsmaug664]

Take care BOYS ...if I don't see an episode next week then I know that you are on your way !!! Which is great ! I won't forget about you and will keep looking out for you every Sunday !!!... Did you know that their IS no Welsh Flag on KZbin via a Kindel ...poor show KZbin !!! All the very best for the voyage BOYS ...stay safe !!! Andrew from The Wirral Merseyside 👍🇧🇧🇬🇧

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey 👋 Once that a normal episodes you know we have headed out into the open ocean. No way silly You Tube. Cheers Andrew ✌️😁🙏

[@ceo904]

I lived in Panama for a couple of years. You anchored by one of my favorite spots but it was part of a military base back then.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Panama is lovely and the people are really nice. Tobaco Island was part of the military back then I guess

[@ceo904]

@@TheSailingBrothers You anchored outside of a marina that was at the end of a causeway. Around the marina were two small islands. They had gun emplacements at one time to protect the Pacific entrance to the Canal. The base was called Fort Amador.

[@KatKin123]

Take care boys and we’ll see you on the other side 😃

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers K K 😁

[@waltervanderboor]

We have coppercoat and in tropical waters we need to scrape every 6 weeks or so. It’s normal, much better than the traditional antifauling

[@TheSailingBrothers]

When we sail in cooler water we don't have any fowling on our hull whatsoever. It's only being down in warm water as you said 🤔

[@johnfender8710]

I had same engine and same fault. It turned out to be the pump. If the brass cover in front of the impeller isn’t very ,very close to the impeller front it won’t bump properly. Also if the shaft bearing is slightly worn , same problem. You can see wear marks on the brass cover. Try turning it over? John

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Hey John Our pump is less than 2 years old. We will try turning the cover over and see if that helps. Thanks for your advice we really appreciate it John 🙏

[@SVSeaChange]

I have yet to hear of a boat in the tropics where coppercoat was effective. And on your passage to FP you will grow a huge farm of gooseneck barnacles, no matter what antifouling you have. When you arrive, do not bother to try to scrape them off, if you anchor for a week or so they will all die and drop off. Anyway, forecast looks good with northerlies helping you along, just like I had last April. Have a blast, and don't forget to take time for a swim every few days. I hope you catch lots of fish, and enjoy the pelagic birds.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

One of our friends set off a couple of weeks ago and their bottom is covered in goose barnacles. We had goose barnacles on ours across the Atlantic. Looking for some nice wind to help us get through the doldrums. Will be fishing everyday 😉✌️

[@richardstevenson8073]

Best of luck on your next passage. Your doing great 👍⛵️😉

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Richard ✌️

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Great episode gents! Stay safe and keep rolling! 👍👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

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[@andrewmaiden3738]

I suspect you had a number of issues collaborating to cause the overheating issue. The inlet although not badly blocked, the impeller although not bad , the encrusted prop and hull would definitely have an effect on engine strain but of course you need to also factor in the warmer climate! As annoying as it might be there may be some benefit in removing the engine housing enclosure to at least allow some heat dissipation from the engine when running it for some time. or if possible install a fan into the housing? Great down to earth, as it is reality channel. Good luck on the crossing.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We definitely think it's a bit of everything as you said we are in a warm climate and the water is warm. We could remove the stairs to get some air into the engine but it is so damn loud 📢 maybe a fan would help out. Thanks Andrew ✌️⛵😁

[@pavelrave5286]

Safe travel across the pacific

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Pavel 😀

[@phileaton8479]

Have a good safe trip lads.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Phil 😄

[@markshenstone508]

Good luck guys can't wait to watch you're next episode after the doldrums . Keep hydrated and shaded ya can't go wrong . 👍

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Mark ✌️ We are super excited for the passage and reaching French Polynesia 😁

[@Dopequote]

Good luck and god speed to the pair of you, from Llantwit Major ⛵

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thanks Dope 👍 We love Major 👌👌

[@triggerfish999]

What a brilliant episode. The tropical heat really saps the energy.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

It really does SAP your energy Roger

[@kevinmurphy506]

Another great vid men,good luck with the next part of your voyage ,and looking forward to your next vid cheers and be safe.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much Kevin 😁🙏👌✌️

[@roadboat9216]

I was just doing the same thing. Troubleshooting overheating. Also lots of fouling. Man you want a clean bottom with good paint for your crossing. I use a dive hood when i do that job and always gloves. Have done the same thing to my knuckles. Ouch. Fair Winds!!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

The engine seems to be okay at the moment just have to keep an eye on it. The hull is copper coat. Needs a good clean with Brillo pad to expose some fresh copper. Next time gloves and hats defo 😁

[@roadboat9216]

@@TheSailingBrothers Copper Coat. Very nice! Just ruff it up a bit. Yes, a fouled bottom is the last thing you want on a trip this long.

[@colinbolton5415]

Good luck boy's, we'll be waiting or the next instalment!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Cheers Colin 👌

[@savingsusanna]

Sincerely all the very best to you fellas! It's a big trip ahead and there are a great many people conscious of what you're doing and willing you on! Once again, sincerely ,the best lads! ✌✊

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Thank you so much for your wonderful comments we really appreciate it 🙏

[@randallbates8891]

your engine's cooling water issues are exactly the same as my Yanmar 1GM raw water cooled engined had. The problem was deposits INSIDE the engine water passages reduced the 5/16" input to 1/8". The fix was 2 plus hours of recirculating a de-scaler through the engine..Good luck guys.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

We are on the lookout for barnacle buster. I guess it's the same thing you used to flush the engine ✌️

[@robertpomeroy9016]

Run Barnacle Buster into your raw water track periodically .

[@TheSailingBrothers]

On the lookout for it in Panama Robert 🤘

[@ThoughtfulWander]

White vinegar and rubbing alcohol half and half will help with any thing trying to infect ears.. and i think vinegar can be pushed through piping for the engine to clear stuff inside. unless you can get your hands on some Barnacle Buster... it's all that warm water... sheesh breeds bugs lol

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Next time we will cover our ears and nose don't want any nasty critters up there. We have recently flushed our engine through with vinegar. On the lookout for some barnacle buster Matt 😁🙏

[@ThoughtfulWander]

@@TheSailingBrothers 👍👍

[@ConstantThrowing]

Safe journey, both. Gutted to be without another upload for 4 or 5 weeks, but nothing can be done about that! Catch you on the next one!

[@TheSailingBrothers]

If we had starlink we could upload videos while offshore. We are not rich enough 😭🤣🤣🤣

[@ConstantThrowing]

@@TheSailingBrothers we may be collectively rich enough, though! I'd definitely throw in a few bob if it's still something that would help. Something to think about. But I'm sure the subscribers, viewers, and patrons would be really keen on the idea.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

First off we need to upgrade our batteries to lithium to run Starlink 🤣🤣

[@ConstantThrowing]

@The Sailing Brothers with all that weight freed up she could probably hold another kilogram of cheese 🧀

[@ConstantThrowing]

@@TheSailingBrothers it would pay for itself! Haha 🧀