Ran-day's sailboat - It's GO TIME!! EP9

[@stanleybradley5513]

"Old boats" are a great way to meet "new" friends. Thanks for taking us along!

[@YachtHunters]

Agreed… it’s a nice benefit I hadn’t thought much about 👍 cheers!

[@karaDee2363]

That sure is the truth!.. I made so many great friends at the marina when I was restoring an old boat... And benefited from all the years of experience they had...

[@jerrym3261]

First! 10 to 24 hour passage, sailors don't have plans, they have intentions. Go, Randy!

[@andrewwood3043]

Love, love, love to see you two out there getting it done. Captain Q should be considered a national treasure! Thanks Guys, Capt. Andy 😎

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks Cpt Andy!

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Absolutely agree 😊⛵️⛵️⛵️

[@PastorwithoutaPulpit]

Ran-Day you really did pick a beautiful and capable vessel, she's definitely a head turner. Well laid out deck side and the interior is just gorgeous I can't wait to see what you do with her. I'm really hoping to see you head down to the islands for a season and hopefully you'll share some of your and your families adventures. I really, really hope Captain Q is up to going with or at least visiting for a week or so while your there. Can you imagine what we could learn just while your at anchorage with all the different vessels you'll see and the Captain's expansive knowledge? I'm happy to see the first leg went so well and wish nothing but the best for you and your's. Fair winds, following seas, safe travels and God Bless...

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks very much… I’ve got a decent to do list before heading too far off shore but I am determined to get cracking at it and head some some topaz blue waters!!

[@KeatonAnderson]

Great stuff! Thanks for taking the time to go over the less sexy parts of sailing, I learn something new about boat maintenance every episode!

[@YachtHunters]

Much appreciated. Hopefully, these will help save you some time when it’s your turn! Cheers

[@greenwave819]

super appreciate you taking the extra time to record all this for our educational and entertainment purposes!!

[@YachtHunters]

My pleasure, GW! Thanks

[@chrisstratton987]

Randle, Your vids are legit masterpieces. Swinging from diesel fuel filters to placid sea-scapes topped with jazz piano is pure joy for boat geeks like me. Moses's boat, damn sweet.

[@jamesdunn3387]

West Marine sells a nice hand pump vacuum oil change container that you only have to pump a few times, and will hold six or more quarts. It also has a small tube you can likely stick down your dipstick. Great video thank you for posting.

[@petervanderwaart1138]

I use one for my little Yanmar. The pump removes air from the device, and suction pulls up the oil.

[@LikeOnATree]

Yes, I've got one of these too, makes the process much easier!

[@theoriginalarchlich]

Skip the hand pump and get the electric one. Worth its weight in gold.

[@nfk6869]

Defender has the Marpac fluid extractor which is similar, Randee must get himself one. I do not like the electric ones I've used.

[@willpierson5138]

Love seeing your ,progress….you have a fine old boat….worthy of your efforts to make her a fine vessel.

[@YachtHunters]

Well said… it’s been a lot of fun getting more comfortable each week…

[@jeffp2142]

Always a good day with Ran-DAY! ⛵️

[@svinevitable]

Randall, Thank you. Your level of communication is astounding. You're articulate and intelligent, and we appreciate all your efforts with both aspects of the channel. Thank you for sharing your experiences with new (to you) boat ownership and with Captain Q! Your honest and sometimes self-deprecating delivery helps bring the humor out of quite frustrating events. We are new owners of a Liberty 458 in Kemah, TX. It seems as though there are new revelations, daily, about the actions of the P.O. Keep 'em coming! I'm sure it doesn't pay the bills, but y'all are VERY entertaining!

[@davidbrunkow64]

Great video! It nice to see you sorting things out in the engine room. Look forward to more episodes!

[@glencrandall7051]

Thank you for sharing Ran-day. I wish you nothing but beautiful sailing days. 🙂🙂

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks very much, Glen! Cheers

[@carlcarlamos9055]

Glad to see you are making some headway against some of the things that have been let go, or forgotten, as the boat has been idled. Addressing corners that have been cut as well. You’re learning the boat, and learning new skills, and hopefully reducing your stress level by participating in something different than you do in your workday life. Keep good records, that will help in the future. Thanks for bringing us along on your journey. Take care.

[@YachtHunters]

Well said, Carl... that's exactly right... stress goes down with each passing week of familiarity and hobby puzzle-solving. I truly enjoy being on it and planning how to make it better.... and then planning to go for some beautiful sailing where the motor can go quietly along for the ride. Good point about the record keeping... thankfully shooting videos really helps me keep track of things too...

[@wjw7611]

Good tips. Utilizing the “Rubber Wire” to secure for filling oil into the funnel was a great tip! And other good tips. Thanks Ran-Day!

[@kylegresham5905]

This is a very cool video Ran-day...thanks for showing all the details of getting your old boat ready to go to sea

[@anthonyelam2257]

You have such a beautiful sailboat ... the layout is perfect ... the cost of docking in marinas is so high ... awful that it cost so much ... but watching you sail with Capt Q is priceless ... Thank you for teaching me and as always will be ready to watch next video ... 😊😊😊 ...

[@vonjegglin]

Please tell me Captain Q is A OK.. I miss the back and forth of both of you. Captain Q's quips, quirks and quacks are a quintessential part of my existence.

[@davidhartt2843]

Love the Ran-day updates. Please keep them coming.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, David!

[@louisfbrooks]

Great to see you on the water with the ol gal. What a beautiful boat. Looking forward to the next update.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Louis… appreciate all the support!!

[@jbird73]

Super cool, Randay! You're blessed to have good friends. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks Jbird! That is very true!!

[@paulschumacker9901]

This is great! I really like the somewhat more detailed journey through the repair processes and the additional info on what these steps cost. Finally, your trepidation in anticipation of the inaugural voyage, despite your best efforts to preemptively prepare for the worst, really resonated with me. You try to think of everything, but in the end you know you can’t. Bravo!

[@YachtHunters]

Well said, Paul. You can prep and have some contingencies… but you just never know… especially with older boats. Lots of fun getting through the learning curve!

[@scyz2807]

Thanks for taking us along on your OLD Sailboat renovation adventures. My sailboat was made in December of 1972 and at only 20 feet has no internal engine (has a 4 hp outboard) and almost no electrical system. She was in very nice condition when I got her so "Maintenance on an old boat, . . . what is that?" is how I think. But if I ever get a bigger sailboat, then what I'm watching here could become useful. : - )

[@nickpitera7891]

Luv that Shannon. Beautiful boat. Good episode. Cheers.

[@YachtHunters]

Well, she’s a Scheel aspiring to be a Shannon 😁 speaking of Shannon… stay tuned!! Cheers!

[@beverlyaslett7871]

I appreciate your episodes. Love the music and your initial challenges as a new boat owner. You are living the dream for us Randy and at a relatable level. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Beverly! Glad you’re along for the ride!

[@1991pony]

Hi Randy. For oil changes, maybe buy a deep well socket with a magnetic insert and appropriate length extension to get at the dip stick nut. That should make changing oil much easier. Someone else mentioned a small electric transfer pump. That will cut oil change time and effort down to a couple of hours instead of all day.

[@YachtHunters]

I like the sound of a magnet insert… great tip. Thanks!! 👍👍

[@andreasvenator]

Nice to see you´re willing to share your walk up the "ownership" curve and still have such fun. Hope your jewel of a Shannon 43 provides those memorable journeys that will later have you as good-natured as CQ. Stay happy and healthy and don´t let the "algorithms" change your style!

[@GaryBoyd02]

Nice to see you guys out there actually doing it. Hope for more of you and Q on the Scheel.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Gary!

[@oneanddonetzone3673]

As with all things in life preparation is the key to success! If you over prepare yourself nothing can be denied you! Glad to see the preventive maintenance I have travelled around the world on motorcycles. I’ve watched many people that did not do a good prepping and did not perform good timely maintenance. They had a very frustrating and dangerous existence. I don’t know you but I’m proud of you!

[@valerieb.4912]

Ran-day, I was starting to get worried about you. That you might had given up on your “ Old Boat Endeavors”. So so glad you did not. I am watching every single episode to learn on what I have to do when I am in the market to buy a good old sailboat ⛵️. Keep those episodes coming. Happy Sailing.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks Valérie! Just follow my footsteps and avoid the silly mistakes and you’ll jump ahead on the learning curve!

[@Seafariireland]

Great to see u on the water and it feeds my winter starvation of sea time with much pleasurable watching. We have plenty of Minkes around here, they often inspect the boat and thankfully in general whale numbers are increasing off Ireland’s south coast.

[@symphonyfarm2009]

Ran-day......this is just the best! Thanks for posting!

[@YachtHunters]

Glad you enjoyed it!more to come…!

[@tomcraddock244]

Don’t know much about your engine but check impeller on water pump and always have some spares.it’s great to see the progress and your out and sailing!! whales are always great to see!!you had a great crew Randall ! Fair winds ⛵️

[@vette8121]

Good tip with regards to the impeller....tm

[@PeterMiller-cz8pd]

Great video RanDay. I use a Pela pump to remove oil. Rather than directly pumpping oil, your pump creates a vacuum in the reservoir. You pump until you've created a decent vacuum and leave it while it continues to slowly draw under vacuum.

[@paulbuttner6808]

Great video and crew. Nice to see your boat in the open water and look forward to seeing a lot more in the future. Good idea to change all the oils and get a base line for your maintenance schedule. Randy, your boat looking ready for your next adventure.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Paul… looking forward to some sprucing up and subsequent adventures. Cheers!

[@teknotikpointbiz]

buy a vacuum pump for the oil way easier ! it works better than the electric ones, safer too I had a customer who put an electric one while changing the oil on a brand new fontaine pat Athena 38 with the engine under the berths he went away when he came back the hose in the empty jug had gotten away and it spayed the white skai cabin with oil everywhere ! I had to change entire cabin ! thank you randy showing people how hard but rewarding those jobs can be !

[@rayhill8283]

Really interesting tips. Well done Ran day. Editing was awesome, music, and quality of info. Very enjoyable video. This is only my third one of yours but Captain Q is at the top of my watch list. I love the relationship you two have. Funny banter !

[@YachtHunters]

Much appreciated! Thanks, Ray!

[@Early8Q]

Very cool! Cheering you on! Good on you, Captain Q and Moses! Keep them coming if you can.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks! Will do! Plenty more to come!

[@patrickcwillis]

Excellent episode!! I totally appreciate how you prepare your boat for this journey. I do the same, especially with a new (older) boat. I want to know as much as possibly can as I adventure out. All that prep and readiness is part of the joy. Thanks for sharing

[@YachtHunters]

couldn't agree more.... the prep and familiarity reduces stress with each hour spent monkeying around the engine room and in the bilges. lots more puzzles to solve but it is a joy to work on it and make it better. cheers!

[@YTMegiddo]

What a great attitude! And how cool is it that Moses came along, sailors are the best. 🙂

[@keithdavis8081]

Changing the oil is my second most hated job on my Hunter 36,(second place to head pump rebuilding). After 19 years I have it down to about an hour using a hand pump for the 3 quarts. Also, I learned that disposable diapers are great for catching the oil when removing the old filter, and one package of 20 diapers lasts for years.

[@donmelvin7102]

Well done Ran Day!

[@seanwalsh999]

Ran-day you seem a lot more comfortable with the whole old boat experience, I guess having freted over a possible hurricane, standard boat maintenance seems like the least of your worries.

[@friarfox]

Ran-day! You finally got to see a Hans Christian up close. I hope CaptainQ does a tour of that boat and that Moses let's it happen. I have to say you are super thorough with your prep and I would absolutely feel safe sailing with you. That engine space is not the most user friendly. Hope you get some drone footage on your boat sailing. Happy St. Patrick's folks.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Friar! Yes, we'd love to go check out Moses' HC44 up close... it's described as 'whimsical' and has a very unique interior layout. He has ambitions to sail the world on it and has set his plans in motion... as far as drone footage goes, I'm still a little apprehensive landing it while sailing (which has mostly been short-handed sailing without a working autopilot) so most shots you'll see are her on a mooring or at the dock.... I'm rebuilding the courage and this year I'll definitely get more of her underway. She's going to look sparkling with all the work that I've been logging. Cheers

[@jb6249]

Awesome video, keep them coming . Its great to see CQ looking happy.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks JB!

[@Robert-xm2kz]

Nice!…really great to see the “ nuts n bolts” of old boat ownership…really enjoy seeing your progress and leaning curves.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks very much, Robert! It’s been truly fun getting through the initial stages of ownership and familiarity with it…

[@JustMe-pp1mp]

You go Ran-day ! Great maintenance and as you said the next time will be quicker, the third even faster and eventually you'll start looking forward to the 20 minutes needed to change the oil (in both engines). God speed !

[@YachtHunters]

On the fifth time, I’ll volunteer to do someone else’s 😄

[@kevio6868]

Great Job Ran Day...Im very happy for your successful voyage. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks KO!!

[@elijahmerrill9045]

I spy with my little eye: the old B&M Baked Bean factory?

[@YachtHunters]

Bingo! The marina there is top notch… not that the beans aren’t good but it’s a nice use of that waterfront 😊

[@bos6782]

Great job Ran-day, boat looks amazing

[@iverburl]

Thanks for the update. A segment on fueling would be a plus. Types of diesel, additives, how to keep it clean, backups to consider. Perhaps something should be added to help clean out the oil system? I think maybe a quart of oil with automatic transmission fluid and run it a few minutes? Don't trust me alone on that.

[@josephshultz6726]

Great video and enjoyed the adventure. Hope to see captain Q guest appearances in the future if able. Go Ran-Day!

[@garykomp4035]

g Great video, thanks for not throwing Captain Q into the Dingy like the last trip. LoL

[@preiter20]

Beautiful boat Randy! I really enjoy the updates on your boat and today had a bonus Captain Q! Please keep us updated on your progress.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Paul, will do… lots more fun to share

[@wdwa-qu4wc]

tip for the oil filter if you are replacing it, just stab/hammer a screwdriver through it and use that to loosen it, works great if you're just gonna be throwing it away anyways.

[@reellove6710]

Ran-day: If you are going to change your own oil you may wish to consider buying an electric pump ($200 +/-) or installing a (permanent) oil transfer system. Don't bother with the pumps that hook up to your electric drill. They do not work. Great video. Looks like you are having fun. Say HI to the Captain please. Keep up the great videos.

[@mountainmandale1587]

Good job Ran-Day! Keep the videos coming, my salt water friend.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Dale! Glad you’re along for the journey!

[@Bruin4Life]

Randy you have got the boat looking great and are taking better care of it than the previous owner from what you are recording. Looking forward to following great adventures on your boat.Wishing you good winds and following seas.

[@herberthahn6964]

i very much enjoy your open , honest comments, and content. Always instructive, as to what to look for or do. Must be handy to have Q factor.

[@YachtHunters]

Much appreciated! Cheers, Herbert!

[@danabanana6995]

Break your drain nuts loose while the engine is cold in case they are tight, then snug them back up. Then you don't have to struggle around a hot engine.

[@desfarrell909]

Wonderful drone work, scary diesel, great narration. Go Randay! And moses! And Captain Q!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Des!! Cheers from all of us

[@kevinsheilapurkiss4562]

2022 was my first year with a boat on the Atlantic & I understand hurricane stress now. Gotta love all the things that go along with a sailboat.

[@homer5802]

Sea tow is by far, the best value for the money you can buy for a boat.

[@YachtHunters]

Agreed… about the same $$ as AAA but with a lot more complexity. Hopefully, they don’t know I’m a customer and never hear from me

[@homer5802]

@@YachtHunters I had to use them once. It would have cost me over $700.00 to go about 5 miles.

[@nameRICHARD]

Excellent ! Awesome to see your progress and finally getting out on the water.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks very much!! The reward was a visit from the whales!

[@kirtrasmussen7829]

Great to see you get out there and enjoy the boat!

[@YachtHunters]

Thank you, kindly, Kirt!!

[@curtisfoster4687]

Randy, really enjoy your videos..I loved this boat since the first time I saw you and the captain do the original survey on it a year or so ago.. it was when I first started looking at boats and when I saw this boat I thought man this one’s perfect.Even though I didn’t obviously end up with this boat. I’m glad I get to watch you work on it and learn more about it and see it in your videos. Keep up the good work and looking forward to your next video..

[@kought]

Now this is some quality content 👏🏼

[@stevenwarner7348]

Congratulations! This is the "Real Deal." Just great! ✨🍀✨

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks steven! Hope you didn’t get too buried in snow with that last storm. Saw some other NH folks got 38”

[@stevenwarner7348]

@@YachtHunters At the polls "Standing in it" All day. Only polling open in the State of New Hampshire! Budget Committee opening. Didn't win. Oh well.

[@walterthorne4819]

Very nice Randy. Thanks

[@johnnychristo4895]

Hi quick tip if you havnt a oil filter wrench/grip get a sturdy scredriver longer than the diameter of the oil filter and punch it right through the oil filter then yo twist the old oil filter off using the handle of the driver . also good for hard to remove filters.the new one can be replaced by firmly gripping the oil filter no need for a wrench that over tightens it. Always double check the filter after running an hour just to be sure.dont forget to smear a little oil on the rubber gasket on the oil filter..

[@jimcombatvet8122]

I enjoy your videos. . "Let's go Yachting"=== translated to lay terms==== "Let's go work on the boat" been there - done that

[@athopi]

Nice! Glad you had good company.

[@edgarmuller6652]

Great sailing. Good friends. ❤

[@Said_w_the_G]

Fantastic work Randay !!

[@davidwilson9247]

Sounds like you did everything right. Great job. OleDave

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks 👍I probably missed a few things... but at some point you have to just shove off and go... cheers, Dave!

[@rosscarmichael5628]

Randy, what a very cool episode I learned a lot thank you again for all that information. Fairwinds mate

[@karlcazzini623]

Use a vacuum pumped oil change device - 8-10 pumps can generate an good vacuum in vessel which sucks out oil. Until pressure in vessel reaches atmospheric pressure. You’ll only have to repeat a few times to empty sump. Much less work!

[@bendaves77]

Oil samples are highly recommended atleast a few times a year. It will save you from destroying your engine and you'll be able to do a simple rebuild as to buying a new engine. Every bearing and internal part is made of a special materials and the sample test will tell you if you have bearings and where they are that are going out. I really liked your boat when it was on a episode and it seems once you do some maintenance including fixing the crazy wiring you'll have a wonderful sailboat. Last time I looked there was a several really different sailboats for sale in the Maryland area and for a decent price. I know one was a schooner built in the late 80s.

[@bendaves77]

If you're going to run biodiesel fuel you better be prepared to deal with algae that will grow in the tank and ruin your fuel lines especially if it sets for extended periods. If it's going to sit I'd be adding additive to it.

[@bassiclogic]

Love the Jazz music.

[@bin_chicken80]

Good one Randay. Thank you!

[@YachtHunters]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@karaDee2363]

Great video Randay..... Smart idea of getting the Capt. and your new friend join you on your trip.... The first thought that came into my mind when you showed the diesel fuel that you took out of the racor is that you need to get your diesel fuel in your tank polished ASAP.. Ask your Marina if they can recommend a good fuel polishing service in your area.. it's not something you want to do yourself.. Signs of leaking antifreeze is concerning, but may be a simple fix.. but in a tough spot to get to.. And I definitely recommend a electric pump to extract the oil out of the oil pan next time.. they're not expensive, check out harbor freight if you have one in your area..

[@larrylegg8245]

Good job, Randy. Love your boat.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks Larry!!

[@peetky8645]

boat is looking good!

[@8028rsj]

Always fun to watch someone else do the work....always love the music too Randy...

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Robert! Much appreciated

[@anthonydefalco4205]

Randall ....such sweat equity has dividends, on this even CQ would agree... Also please send him my regards.

[@corneliusoliver7984]

Congratulations Ran-day on your boat and taking on that project. A note on SAE 30 non detergent motor oil. You can find that at most tractor or farm stores. I run that in old tractors. Didn't you have to bleed the lines once you change fuel filter? Thank you. Pete

[@YachtHunters]

Good idea… we think alike… I hit the local tractor supply and was out of luck… took more hunting than I thought it would. Yup, drained the filter lined as much as possible (gravity) so between that and the filter contents I got another 1/2-1 qt of oil out of the system. The remote filter is really handy and I’m glad it’s setup that way… just needs a better mount. Thanks for the note!

[@davidellis2021]

Nice video, nice boat, nice people. Thanks, really enjoyed it.

[@YachtHunters]

Thank you, David… that’s very kind of you!

[@edwardmacintosh9476]

Well done Randy.and to your helpers as well. Its is a learning experience for sure. Nice calm water too, & that's a plus. Re the whales we get the smaller minkie whales in the had four and along coast in Nova Scotia as well. They are neat to watch.Some time so e balogas too. Anyway do enjoy the boat & be safe.Tks for the video. I enjoyed it & all your & the capt s content.

[@danknox9986]

Great job Ran-Day!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Dan!

[@scottneuman3795]

Good video! Next time, pull a vacuum through the dipstick hole and it's like magic. As others have mentioned, there's a West Marine manual pump that works really well. One of the few WM-branded items I can wholeheartedly recommend. Also: on your fuel filters -- your primary (the one that screws directly on the engine) is probably a 10micron, so your Racor should be a 20 or 30 micron. In theory, you could damage a delicate diaphragm on the fuel life pump if you make it work against two very fine filters.

[@sailorrev1]

Hi. Given how much crap is in the Racor filter, it would make sense to inspect/clean your fuel tank(s). That stuff is coming from somewhere!

[@pyettfamily]

Hi Randy, enjoyed the video, my love for sailing started in my early 20's (now 75) with a 16' Hobie Cat which I loved so much, but work and responsibility quickly became my norm, I did help a friend crew a 36' Hunter from Marsh Island, Bahamas back to Cape Canaveral, Florida when I was 57y.o. There's something soothing to the soul when you depend on wind for power. Thanks so much. Norm

[@chuck571]

Do you think your new friend would let you and the captain do a video of his Hans Christian?? God, what a beautiful boat. I'd love to see that!!

[@YachtHunters]

I will ask!! He lives aboard too so maybe he can share some tips he’s learned l?

[@chuck571]

@@YachtHunters Thanks so much for responding! That would be wonderful!

[@robertpomeroy9016]

Pick up a dc powered oil changing kit. Comes with a jug to catch the oil. Hand pumping is for the birds.

[@jasonmcintosh2632]

Thx for the episode. I bought a kit from west marine w a little pump that’s powered by a drill. My Nauticat 44 engine holds 5 gallons of oil. I gave up on the manual pump after about 2 gallons.

[@YachtHunters]

If only I wasn’t being so frugal in the moment… 🙄 cheers and hope you had a good time making your engine happy!

[@davecoleman6855]

I remember encountering a whale off Seal Harbor ME on a Rhodes 19. Then the fog rolled in. Chart sailing home. A great time to put my sailing lessons to work.

[@YachtHunters]

I imagine the whale was bigger and heavier than the Rhodes!! It’s pretty magical out there!

[@hellodarren]

Another great video!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Darren!

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Thank you Randay for the "Making Your Engine Happy" video and the introduction of Moses and his restaurant. Hopefully I can make it to Portland, Maine from Portland, Oregon which is nearby where I live. Lots of work maintaining those engines, but well worth it when you have to go and there is no wind to get you there. Take care and best wishes to you and Captain Q and Moses.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, Matt! Cheers to you and the other Portland!!

[@Nordener720]

Thank you

[@paulchristianson8714]

changing engine oil on a sailboat is up there with prostate exams! maybe look into a small electric sump pump to facilitate oil extraction. the boat is looking sweet!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks Paul! Yes I did break down to buy a pump eventually… although I’ve yet to use it…