SAILDRIVE REPLACEMENT: Boat reverses in forward gear ... 🤦‍♂️ (Episode 259)

[@lemal0432]

"The chosen one", is a great human being - he adds depth to this channel, which is already good.

[@ParlayRevival]

A legend for sure

[@kyleb3094]

shoulda made chosen first mate for sure

[@zx1100a1]

A big thanks to the legend that gifted you the other saildrive.

[@ParlayRevival]

An absolute legend!

[@nutbaridea1097]

When you see so much support it’s a reflection of your character

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@nutbaridea1097]

@@ParlayRevival hey remember me??? When your boat first broke before your crossing I also was diagnosed with cancer and I said if I can solve the problem so can you. I still have cancer but rejecting all treatments and last Mother’s Day I attempted to walk across canada promoting peace tables and mental health tools along with my research on the cure to cancer. I injured myself going 47 k one day, I took a few weeks off and kept pushing through the huge mountains of British Columbia to say I accomplished at least one province lol. I’m alive, cancer didn’t get me and legs are healing nicely. Still got a passion to sail around the world and know it’s going to happen because that passion level tends to create. Sadly it’s a passion I’m scared to death to do. We create what we fear right, well I got that fear on steroids so you know cancer can’t kill me because this dam sailing passion has to unfold first before any death can happen lol. Love your channel. Theglobalpeacetrain.com

[@rayb3117]

When you are a nice guy Colin, it comes back to you ten fold mate. And, you, are definitely a nice guy.

[@lrmorrison999]

Nice work Colin. Sometimes the simple changes can be the best ones! I recall being stuck in Death Valley in 1952 for over ten hours with a leaking radiator hose on a 1950 Mercury woodie station wagon. The outside temperature was 125 degrees most of the day. We had tried to refill the radiator from the water tanks spaced 1-2 miles apart along the Valley floor, but the boil over was going to burn up the engine. My father, an Aeronautical Engineer and his buddy also an Engineer were stumped. At about 7pm a car stopped to see if we needed help. It was a crusty old man with one arm took a look under the hood and asked my father one question; “Do you really need that hose going to your heating system?” At my young age of 6, I saw the amazed look on my father’s face. The repair took 10 minutes and we were on our way again.

[@james419]

It amazes me how Colin copes with everything that is thrown at him, his memory is fantastic for the engineering bits and pieces - Thanks for another impressive episode

[@ParlayRevival]

Appreciate that, thanks James!

[@andjuju6476]

What a great Captain, this man can fix anything.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thank you!

[@BSpenceTravels]

I might not have "buy a hurricane damaged Lagoon 450" money but this channel is one of the main reasons I bought a motorcycle for a tour of Mexico and central America. Because I don't want to regret the things I didn't do. Thanks Parlay, you are a huge inspiration.

[@ParlayRevival]

That’s awesome to hear Bernie! Motorcycling around Mexico and Central America sounds sick!

[@debbiecollins1154]

GREAT GREAT VIDEO! Thank you for all the shoutout’s to the people who make it possible for PARLAY to continue for giving us awesome adventures. Just have to say WELCOME BACK JAMIE I MISSED YOU AND COLIN DID AS WELL 😂🤪

[@ParlayRevival]

Haha thanks for watching each week Debbie 🙏🏼

[@corycollier]

Seriously? Is there ANYTHING on a boat this crew can't fix??? I'm just...amazed. Well done y'all!

[@TammyBillings-qt1ve]

The chosen one is such a wonderful person. You are all amazing. I enjoyed the diy for the sail drive.

[@ParlayRevival]

He’s a legend!

[@DeanGoldspink]

Thank you Colin and team for getting me through a total knee replacement. I have binge watched all 259 episodes while I recouped from the operation. It took exactly 3 weeks without over viewing your channel. As a teacher and principal in public primary schools for over 40 years, encouraging young kids to get out and see the world, your channel was fantastic as you inspire all ages. You and your crew are welcome to visit me and my family in Perth Western Australia any time.

One of your best episodes! So great being able to witness Colin's engineering wizardry and the crew's hard-earned successes... not to mention Tori's incredible smile! 😄

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks man! 🙏🏼

[@jaythomas996]

Ditto!! An outstanding episode. Let the journey continue.

[@yamahagriz8820]

Love that Chosen is back. So cool. Also all the support and gifts during your haul out was phenomenal along with your mechanical skills on the fly. Great episode!

[@barbaralewis2545]

Started watching about episode 230, went back and watched from the beginning. Great boat, crew and Colin, you are amazing! You remind me of my Dad. He bought a burned to the water-line Elco 35 power boat and rebuilt her. Didn't tell Mom for ages, so she thought he had a mistress! He, and 2 of my brothers could build, fix or repair anything. Maybe I'll catch you in Annapolis this year! Met my husband there, and lived aboard for 2 1/2 years on a Schneider ketch.

[@culdenkamea]

Having watched all 259 episodes and counting I must say a BIG thank you Colin for putting me off "putting out to sea" in my retirement. My dream has always been to buy or build a comfortable motor Cat and cruise around the pacific. BUT the reality is I simply don't have the marine engineering knowledge and skills to maintain a boat at sea. Seriously, thanks to Colin and Parley Revival, I am now looking at buying a boat & trailer and staying closer to shore.

[@ParlayRevival]

Wow, thanks for following along all these years! Goodluck with buying that boat and following your dreams 🙌🏼

[@coreyhopkins1831]

Great episode team, awesome to see fellow Kiwis banding together to help each other out in our time of need.

[@ParlayRevival]

That’s for sure!

[@johnmagnan759]

You must be as real in person as you are on camera. The way people love to help you out is testament to that.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks John 🙏🏼

[@rolandtb3]

Oh yeah baby! Water babies, splash day baby! Succesful sea trials, some upgrades,diesel filled, cleaned. Ready to welcome Jamie and resume the western coast circumnavigation of Western New Zealand. Huge shout out to all who helped with the logistics!

[@caliaccarino4416]

Fantastic to see you getting Parlay back in the water. Great work, Colin and team. Have fun on your lap around NZ

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks 👍

[@carjacklane3930]

Nz must be narly sailing, not too many i hear take on the aussie bite in bass straight wa to vic or nsw or visa versa, can only imagine the harsh winds down sth island. Enjoy the challenge, thrive in adventure, just have bloody gr8 fun safely!

[@tomtommycocklescockles5949]

Colin is the best friend I have never met. He's so genuine, an absolute template of what we should all be striving to be.

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

Good job, Smokos, and funny joking, Jamie, that your first mate. Welcome back, Jamie. It's good to have the first mate back. Fantastic team effort to get Parlay back in the water in such a short turnaround. Thanks to everyone who contributed. Colin, your quick knowledge impresses me. Brilliant!

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks for watching and commenting each week, we so appreciate it 😊

[@kscipkkkk]

He’s second mate for two weeks!

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

@@kscipkkkk 👍

[@sireina5590]

Love how you make replacing boat parts as entertaining and fascinating as surfing awesome reefs. Thank you!! And gotta say, best nickname ever ..."the Chosen One". Nice to see you back on Parlay!

[@ParlayRevival]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@nhreef]

Love that Steve has become a part of the crew. What an amazing addition. Just show how great Colin is having him along.

[@craigscoullar564]

Great to see Jamie back missed his amazing way...

[@ParlayRevival]

Us too!

[@alexmawdsley]

This was a pretty good example as to the importance of experience. It would be easy to panic about the backwards prop situation and overthink a solution, but experience prevailed with the simple, correct solution to the problem.

[@jasoncox7874]

exactly 25 minutes and 15 seconds of smiling ear to ear. Thanks Colin!

[@gailbernhart1389]

The dedication and expertise needed for this -just WOW!

[@ParlayRevival]

Appreciate that 😊

[@yesbigfootyes6902]

THANKS FOR BEEING 🐝 YOU

[@ParlayRevival]

🙏🏼

[@ksingleton101]

Awesome Job everyone! I'm especially amazed at the knowledge Colin has about his boat. God Blesses those that help themselves!

[@kevinlecavalier3377]

love the smiles from all the crew. Great team work

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks so much!

[@ceramicnurse]

Never gets boring watching Colin “fix shit”…..so interesting and festive 🧐🤩

[@mrbill8542]

You just can't beat the boating community !!!! BPOE !!

[@ParlayRevival]

They are the best!

[@DonMcConaughy]

That's what you get when you help all those other people, it comes back to ya!!!

[@chrispy104k]

Wow, thank goodness that the controls allow you to swap like that. Someone in the design department take a bow.

[@blackflagmarine]

Almost all helm controls are designed like this.

[@ParlayRevival]

I know, right?

[@Rodrifuuu]

He could have bought an inverted propeller too.

[@jasonharris3873]

@@RodrifuuuThat’s what I thought he would need when I read the title. Glad it was an easier fix.

[@mikestevens9455]

Much easier to have flipped the control lever on the tranny

[@theblackpianist1905]

As a residential carpenter who did some small tile work on a yacht last summer and got to enjoy the boat life, one thing that can be said about you guys is you are definitely not the lazy type. Always ready to just get going pull of covers and look bilge pumps and engine or hop in a dingy to check out a friends boat 2 marinas down. Very awesome time.

[@JeffLawrence-ic7qt]

Love the channel! Colin we miss your intro. Add it back in. 20 years you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the things you did.

[@pcpotes4783]

Always a treat to receive your videos We are SOOOO impressed with your repair talents. Everything that you accomplished during this time in the marina could not have been done in that amount of time without you and your talents 💯❣️ Trying to patiently wait for your next video 🤣🥰💯❣️

[@FloCribbie]

I laugh how Collin's bro accent truly comes out when he's in the FFN 🤣😂 Cool too see you guys in familiar places!

[@leosarrade8995]

Gotta love a good curveball. Glad it was a simple fix.

[@ParlayRevival]

Haha us too

[@cindiwhitaker6739]

I'm so glad I started watching this,it's because of Below Deck and of coarse how handsome Colin is!!I can't wait for Sunday mornings and a good cup of coffee!I enjoy all of you guys and gals! Everett Washington

[@ParlayRevival]

Haha thank you! Appreciate you watching our KZbin channel each week 🙏🏼

[@Carlbritt]

Just incredible as always.. Being so calm about everything, even the throttle cable, etc. Such a joy to watch. Beautiful boat, ocean, and crew..

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks a lot!

[@sandrapicard422]

Great job to everyone invovled!! Great to see y’all having fun!!! ❤

[@ParlayRevival]

Thank you

[@bobbushca797]

Your a clever bastard ,saving thousands with your marine mech background

[@geoffstrebel2808]

Colin, Its the coriolis effect. The same thing happens to toilets when you take them to NZ LOL! They flush counter-clockwise! :)

[@ParlayRevival]

lol oh Ge-off 😂

[@freedomwanderer]

So awesome to watch you guys handle adversity. Way to go.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks!

[@joemedcalf7732]

New Zealand has been very very hard on the 465. Nice to see Jamie back.

[@ParlayRevival]

We’ve been putting her to work for sure

[@Roskellan]

Reverse in forward, forward in reverse, up is down, down is up - a Southern Hemisphere thing I'm sure 🙂 A test you can do... pull that transducer out in the water, if your boat sinks with the water coming in clockwise you are in the Northern Hemisphere, if you sink and the water is coming in anti-clockwise you are in the South.

[@ncpdigitalfamilyoffice2124]

Your problem-solving spirit and ingenuity is inspiring to watch. Congrats yet again!

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks so much

[@dlk1255]

Best sailing channel by far!!!

[@leonasimmons162]

Parlay an crew are awesome. Jaimie is back👍

[@phillyflyguy3590]

Man, my heart dropped for you guys when you splashed but weren't getting any wash out of the back. Thank goodness it was a simple fix on the throttle quad. Great job making the most of an unfortunate situation and thanks to the feller who sent the replacement part! Giddy up!

[@ParlayRevival]

Off we go!

[@rbnhood39]

I thought that there was no way that was going to work. Colin pulls it off again. Legend.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks mate 🙏🏼

[@Travelling_Jonoberries]

Hey Colin - Knowledge, skills and an Engineering degree goes a long way, imagine the savings doing this all by yourself! It also gives a total in depth overview of how Parlay operates, not every one has what you have learned, let’s hope other blue water sailers get to at least watch some of the truely incredible episodes buddy. Take care, be safe and God Bless 👍🙏😇⛵️

[@RobbyO-p5p]

Never doubted you guys for a minute

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks mate

[@moonhand8311]

What a brilliant episode, with a perfect mixture of technical and non technical, and a good pace. A great story told excellently.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks so much

[@garethhood237]

Do you need a nap? Best line eva!!!

[@leonasimmons162]

It's a good thing Parlay can fix things quickly👍

[@ParlayRevival]

Indeed 😊

[@joesprague1464]

Great series on NZ circumnavigation,it’s one of if not the best Parlay series yet.

[@ParlayRevival]

Woohoo, thanks Joe!

[@sailingwiththejamess]

Had us cracking up at the beginning with the Smoko nickname LOL Cheers from Queensland!

[@markwarren3060]

Your video production is getting so much better every episode.

[@havewheelslovesailing]

great stuff Parlay crew

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks!

[@gordonroberts5227]

Great episode Colin qnd the crew . Special thanks to the chap that gave you the sail drive .

[@ParlayRevival]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@timford6019]

I have a love/hate reaction to these videos. I hate it that Parlay is throwing some other problem up to be fixed but I love it because Collin is so good at fixing these problems with some really creative solutions that will improve Parlay!! Good one Mate!!

[@tristanpatterson3843]

Can't wait for the deep recesses of the west coast. Best country ever!

[@TheWorldsprayer]

Awesome (for me)! When you were explaining in the previous video i was thinking "Wait a minute...you can't just turn it around 180 because it wasn't pushing backwards it was pulling" and BOOM...yep it's opposite. It's awesome that the controls are designed for just that situation tho.

[@lorier9356]

Hello from SW FLORIDA. We love your videos. Enjoy your family, because that's what it is all about.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

[@radyphilips8710]

Absolutely love every episode. I could easily sit here for hours on end learning.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks for watching man

[@seanstout7904]

Those of you who are blue water captains and sailors never cease to amaze me. Your talents, engineering, and innovation allowing you to adapt and continue are exceptional 👌👏 keep sailing, and may your journey be blessed and happy

[@ParlayRevival]

Many thanks Sean!

[@seanstout7904]

@@ParlayRevival you are most welcome, and many blessings to you all

[@tammydialgray2835]

It always amazes me that you are personally able to fix so many things. I am loving seeing this part of the world and learning about your friends! I hope you get a break from the boat troubles!

[@johnviney7919]

Nice work, folks!! Good to see you all repaired and back in the water. From my own experiences, a broken gear tooth does not get better and just causes more damage! Have a good week! Special hello to Britt, from Canada! 😀

[@OurCabinInThewoods]

I am a modern day homesteader and i have been watching this channel for years and enjoying every video you put out thanks for sharing and see you on the next one.

[@kirkyorg7654]

big thanks to everyone who helped nice to see the boat afloat again

[@Clap_Classics]

I was nervous about the repairs leaking, then the reverse gear selector. So glad it was simple to fix. Great work Parlay Crew!

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks!

[@rossaspinall5922]

Great episode! To see fellow Kiwis banding together to help each other out in our time of need is inspiring and moving !

[@nickmurdochh]

Love bro😎😎 fast repair! And the chosen one is so suited on that boat😎 Jamie's back🎉🎉

[@jb9090]

Nice work! You saved $$$ doing it yourself… you’re the man!

[@wildaltarose]

Colin, once again you accomplished so much in such a short amount of time. I know you had help but you are still the engineer and that saved you thousands. I am a bit concerned when you said very few are able to circumnavigate the south of the Island. However I will cheer you on from a distance. Please stay safe!

[@bazdotcomdotau]

Been getting anxious waiting for the ep.

[@ParlayRevival]

Haha thanks for hanging in there and watching mate

[@HomelessWhiteMaleStartingOvera]

Were you really getting anxious about an anonymous youtuber you have never even met on the other side of the world, who would not even acknowledge your existence if he passed you on the street ? Perhaps you are just over-reacting here.

[@markrabone6584]

I’m glad I stopped drinking Sept 23 - I couldn’t have done the rebuild hungover… never again … love your channel

[@patriciabowe2817]

Welcome back Jamie 🎉

[@docdurdin]

Feels like the whole world is rooting you on. I think I saw Jamie sitting at the opposite dock waiting for you guys to finish up the cleaning.. Smart man.

[@ParlayRevival]

😂

[@toddtwenter3242]

Ha I might have thrown a couple wrenches into the drink when the drive ran in reverse. Way to keep your cool. Happy it worked.

[@davonbooker2752]

Glad you got that drive fixed.

[@ParlayRevival]

Me too mate, thanks for watching!

[@MaihiBarber]

Parlays challenges tend to remind us to face the adversity, and to highlight the goodwill and generosity within the communities around the globe - another great episode. Keep up the 'reo' Smoko.

[@sailorlac]

"The Chosen One," how great is he? So so great!

[@saxbychaplin1112]

So glad that sd 60 worked for yall! Another great episode Colin, Cant wait till next Sundays!! Until then, You guys stay safe and enjoy the trip around NZ!!!

[@debrashawcross170]

Shout Out to Colin. Great Videos and Adventures; the trials and tribulations. ✨

[@Psychobilly]

Thanks for the Sunday smiles bro! 😎 Great job Steve! 🎉🎉🎉

[@ParlayRevival]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BarelySqueakinBy]

Great job glad you got back in the water without a hitch. Love learning the slang of different countries.

[@ParlayRevival]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Racerman27410]

I like how the word "can't" does not exist in your vocabulary.... only "CAN" ! Cheers mate!

[@ar15gator]

Awesome save! Great job all💯 Have a great time circumnavigating New Zealand 🤙🏻😎

[@vanessavandervalk1084]

Love your accomplishments Colin & crew! 😍🙌💖

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks so much!!

[@thedogman14]

Top job Kiwi!! She goes like a All Black No 10. Onwards!

[@Tichondriusbiker]

Colin, you said … “this is glued up really nicely with epoxy” (rubber hull-to-skeg seal) … I’ve never used Epoxy to seal that rubber plate, only 4200; since epoxy will mean that future Colin will not be happy removing that rubber plate !!! Thanks again for an engaging and honest adventure on the high seas 😎

[@ParlayRevival]

I used 4200 once and they fell down. So now I use epoxy and they come down ok. I use 4200 for the join afterwards though to make it smooth.

[@ComperatoreMan]

Colin, I have to admit as well I haven’t missed a Sunday yet I’ve been watching you for over four years and this was definitely one of your top 10. Best episodes. See you next weekend PS smooth seas don’t make strong sailors

[@forestspeaks]

Good job Capt.

[@ParlayRevival]

Thanks mate

[@RiverWoods111]

The two newbie crew are a great addition to the team as far as personalities go. Congrats on getting the engine going and in the right direction!

[@handycrowd]

Beautiful episode, totally encapsulates the Parley way :-)

[@bazzas9992]

Enjoyable and great to get an overview of Opua again. Had a 36 foot yacht called Seychelle moored there about 30 years ago before most of the Marina was built. As you will be well aware, the trip around NZ can be a dream or a nightmare, so sail well and good luck.