Rebuilding Yanmar Diesel from Sunk Boat

We take a step back in time to finish the engine rebuild series, where I finish rebuilding the head and top end of my Yanmar 3Y30 diesel engine from my hurricane damaged Antares 44 catamaran that was damaged by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas.
It's a small makeover on the engine as I show you the process I go through to get the engine running again. It's always nice to know there is hope for an engine if your sailboat sinks.

[@DavidM-sx5gp]

Great job. We missed you.

[@SVMatcha]

Purring like a kitty now! Nicely done 👍

[@johanv4668]

have to say it runs very nice,... hope it is going north to (main??) soon and he can store it behind the new house. working next to home is a lot better.

[@jonunya3128]

that little engine sounds great, nicely done!

[@Mechone11]

Bryan your killing us ,need to see more boat work ...Cheers

[@davidladdie1025]

great to see you back on track Bryan

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks

[@fknsl1]

LOVE IT!!! Missed you, man. I hope you continue to excel!!!

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks for watching.

[@edstenson7764]

Nice to see you back at it.

[@MrJerobona]

Great job! Congratulations! Great to see you again!

[@MrSly036]

missed you keep up the good work

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks, will do!

[@BreakingBarriers2DIY]

Excellent humour. A most enjoyable episode. Thanks Bryan for sharing this again and again.

[@michaelbotelho2714]

Thank You SO Much for being YOU! Do NOT give up your dream!! No matter what!!

[@wiginator15T]

I am glad you’re back!

[@davidmaltby9855]

Excellent to see you back ... All the best keep up the great work .

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks a ton, now back to work :)

[@sailingjazzy8272]

Great to see you back in action Bryan.

[@douglasrobbie9998]

Several yrs back saw an interesting video by diesel mechanic on DIY cleaning injectors. Get a tire rubber valve stem with cap. Remove the valve inside. Drill a small hole through top of cap. Using the small red straw that comes with can of carb cleaner, heat end of straw, without closing off the hole (tricky part) then quicky thread the straw thru the hole in end of cap so that melted end forms seal with cap, and 3-4" of red straw is sticking out of top of cap. Cap is screwed on to rubber valve stem and wide part of rubber valve stem is pushed on to the inlet end of the injector. Red straw is attached to carb cleaner nozzle and holding things tightly, spray carb cleaner- it will clean out the injector (held in vice our your hand) and its nozzle. If the injector needs 12v dc power to open, use a 9v battery or 12v power source with wires and alligator clips to power the injector. Spray until the injector's spray pattern is correct.

[@alanrobinsonxjr1200]

welcome back on top .you look ready to go!!!

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks. I feel ready.

[@marcopolo242]

Love the content. I have missed your regular releases. Wishing you the ability to keep your real life together while you build the dream life.

[@paulcollingridge1447]

Marine engineers tip If you don't have new copper washers you can heat them up cherry red and drop in water the process is aneeling will make them soft and will seal well 😊

[@dp5475]

Don't you want to let them air cool, not quench in water?

[@samssungs4495]

The Quartermaster* First time comment. Great video! In 1996, I purchased a Beneteau 40 C/C sailboat with a Yanmar4jh2e diesels. Had the boat 25 years, put on 5,000 plus hours without any problems! Changed the Rotella 15/40 oil and filter ever 100 hours, transmission fluid every other oil change, changed the Raycor 500 fuel filter every 100 hours, and the yanmar fuel filter every other oil change. Kept the engine room spotless, and the breather filter changed when visually needed. Replaced injectiors 3 times, starter once, plus normal wear and tear parts. Result, 54,000 nautical miles and 5,000 plus hours of perfect trouble-free service! Yanmars are without question the most dependable and best running diesels you can buy!

[@TimHadleyMagic]

Good to see you back at the rebuild Brian. Hope you’re having a better time of it now.

[@adamd5013]

Good to see ya! Your drive is inspirational

[@BryanSailing]

I appreciate that!

[@johan8724]

You got it running again, nice work👍👍👍you deserve a beer🍺🍺🍺🍺

[@timothybryan5113]

It’s good to see you back.

[@BryanSailing]

thanks

[@johanv4668]

@@BryanSailing it is good he is back. hope both enginges will be installed soon.... and i hope more not to wait 7 months again for the next video...... but all the best.

[@billhorterjr1982]

Good job on the engine! Great to see you are doing well, I hope everything starts rolling your way soon! Thanks for the video.

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks 👍 Things are already starting to look up.

[@relevart7991]

Welcome back! I was waiting to hear from you. Hope things are going your way😊😊

[@BryanSailing]

Thank you!! 😊

[@richardmccartney316]

nive one Brian look forward to the next one as all ways great show

[@customflht]

Bryan !!! So glad you are back !! I missed your ‘how toos’ - I’m glad you are back and doing videos ! Nice job on the Yanmar .. can’t wait to see what is next .

[@roberttowler1783]

Good job on the engine

[@jimlofts5433]

just subbed Aussies love a battler and always support the underdog - winner

[@booy1910]

Back on the track bryan, take care!

[@tomasboragina]

nice ! great to see you back

[@patbrown4635]

Hi Bryan, love your videos , so much detail, your enthusiasm is amazing and your knowledge and skills are fantastic. Pat. Ireland

[@larry4477]

Yay! Congratulations on getting the engine back together and running. Love your channel.

[@BryanSailing]

Thank you!

[@shaggyduder]

Good to see you Broski, thanks for not abandoning your channel like so many people do, I almost unsubscribed, glad I didn't.

[@maryloutetreault1650]

Nice to see you working on your Yanmar Diesel engine! Yanmar makes a wonderfully reliable engine which is the same 3 cal diesel as my 855 John Deere has.

[@blairguinea6811]

Love ya style Bryan , thank you

[@chasingsunsets380]

Great to see you did not give up. We have loved Brian sailing from the beginning. Keep them coming. We really like your project and your channel.

[@si2030]

I absolutely love the content you put forward. Its human and it shows that its possible to to anything with the right mind set. Further, you show that there is a path to completing things. Even a full rebuild of an engine. Really looking forward to you picking up and taking off again with everything.

[@jakeoddmonic2956]

Looks like me building engines 🍻🍻🍻everything laying out everywhere 😂

[@rodbarton2354]

Bryan, you’re looking good. Computer Guru, Fiberglass Ninja, Mr. Goodwrench….The man never ceases to amaze…😊

[@Mylifelovingit]

One should not reuse a headgasket, but you can. BMW 318i with an M40 motor, being an apprentice with no money and a thrown timing belt. I replaced 4 valves and used Indian Head Shelac on both sides of the headgasket. Worked great untill it needed to come off. That shelac really sticks everything together. I must say that the original headgasket came off in one piece and left no chunks behind

[@cookie48ish]

And like I bloody love it your channels so different it’s brilliant ❤

[@matthoward5420]

Mate you are a genius is there anything you can’t do you also make me laugh

[@ntal5859]

When ever I pulled an engine apart I bag the bolts or nuts up into sections like bolts for the exhaust bolts for the intake bolts for the rocker cover. etc.Zip lock plastic bags and a permanent marker are cheap.

[@martin5504]

Enjoyed that , thanks.

[@DavidM-sx5gp]

Bryan where are you? Please give us an update, we miss you and need you. You motivate me to keep going on my projects and help keep my dream alive. I am sure I am not the only one.

[@richardsue1]

First time watching,great video and the engine sounds sweet

[@BryanSailing]

Welcome aboard!

[@jimlofts5433]

great for coming back - get that boat done and live the dream - you deserve it

[@koyomo2910]

congrats. thanks for the video

[@rajkobogdanovic3818]

I'll be shot -;do what makes you excited and fulfill your heart. Like a parents have one thought, I don't want for my kids to see that I gave up on my dreams. So understand your dreams and go for it. Last, side perspective, ridding kite in Brazil is just a hobby. Great experience, and you can give much more.

[@Andy_Hunter]

Happy to see you back at it. Looking forward to future videos.

[@wanabesailer9599]

Glad to see you back Brian. No worries bud, life happens....just never give up or loose yourself trying to please other people. Make you the priority in YOUR life and do what makes you happy.....as long as it is finishing your boat and going sailing.....;)

[@califcamper]

Wow I'm doing the same Bryan...Love it, hope your still planning on sailing!!

[@clayfarnet970]

I’ve been working on my motorcycle and when I was finished I had two extra bolts. You make everything look simple.

[@richardsue1]

Engine sounds sweet 👍

[@Bri-wi8kq]

Congratulations on getting your diesel running Bryan. I love your episodes, thank you. Brian

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks 👍

[@bluedogozwoofer6737]

very good to watch you back at work, and always remember you have people here supporting you and wishing you well..keep going mate , need to see you sail to Oz at least once :)

[@angelsspirit335]

i have 3 degrees and my doctorate in psychology and i find you to be an amazing man. i reside in WPB Florida do you ever find yourself in that neck of the woods? id love to meet you. My wife and I are wanting to purchase a used trawler we think....im Doc....Great video love your content

[@csisk]

Here for the ride. Have missed you man.

[@williamlewis8741]

Hello Byran. it's always a pleasure to see one of your vidéos. nice haircut too !!

[@threedprintedmarinetechnol3330]

Purrs like a kitten, nice job. Looking forward to seeing it spitting cooling water out from the side of the hull.

[@timlamarre8680]

Very helpful! Thank you for posting.

[@313barrygmail]

Cool been waiting!!!

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks for watching, make sure to catch the Thailand video if you haven't seen it yet.

[@saltlightdix4704]

Great to see you back at it Byran! Keep up the great work. Kev

[@zx10danny1]

Damn that engine sounds nice, Bryan. Good job on the rebuild. Keep going, you’re doing fantastic work.

[@johnmurphy6366]

Good to see you back in the game,congrats n the engine rebuild,it sound’s strong.

[@renem6441]

Good to see you back and working on the cat!! Engine sounded excellent thanks for sharing

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks 👍

[@alfonsomunoz5456]

You look more fit, more calm in the present! Improved Bryan 2.0 is coming! Experience is a tough but a good teacher. Keep us posted man

[@BryanSailing]

Yes Bryan 2.0 is coming, but still in beta testing 🤣🤣 Good to hear from you.

[@johanv4668]

yes i realy hope to see soon new videos, and see whats going on. man 7 months waiting......

[@EuroThrashDude]

Not bad dude! Really exciting to see that Yanmar reborn! Very valuable experience to know that engine inside and out.

[@kenbaustin4533]

First I've seen of you in awhile Bryan! Glad that you are working through things and look forward to seeing more! You have won a lot of people over with your adventures so just know that there are scores of people cheering you on from their proverbial armchairs!

[@zafronus]

Great update/ blast from the past. Hope you find joy in the journey. Keep fighting!

[@noname75013]

Nice!!

[@johnpoynton4193]

Keep doing whatever you are doing, looking younger and healthier. Love the smple attitude of just getting on with it. Counting the bolts is genius

[@peterhancox5268]

Welcome back, we’ve been waiting. Like your style of presentation, like what you are doing, keep up the great work

[@andyhofstaetter]

OMG I forgot what the before picture looked like for the engine. You brought that thing back from the dead! You so rock.

[@BryanSailing]

It was bad. I think it was underwater for like a month.

[@superdon1chw]

Man so happy to see your OK. I had this crazy feeling that you were going to do something bad .Welcome back

[@roynorman3670]

Ser bra ut Bryan keep up the good work 💪🏻🇸🇪👍

[@BryanSailing]

thank you

[@Kevinwatches]

Been waiting for this! :D

[@nigelw598]

Gday Bryan, Great job on the engines! Marinas are notorious for getting moisture in their fuel. I’d recommend taking plenty of filters with you and having a drainable/visible water catching reservoir on the bottom of the fuel filters and checking them often. Also an accessible drain on the bottom of the fuel tanks. Just makes life easier. Seeing you in front of the log fire reminds me I’ve got to get out and get some wood in. Getting colder down here now. Have a great Summer Bryan. Wishing you fair seas and following winds in all aspects of your life mate 👍👍🍻

[@JimandJoyLea-cq7vz]

You make a diesel engine interesting to this old lady who knows little about engines!! ❤️😂

[@martinbeaumont1135]

Bryan, nice to see you back at it again and I must say the new hair do suits you well, it may well be that's the way to "complete against the other sailing channels" .. out dapper them 🤣😂😇

[@meatmwax]

Have you considered upgrading the engines? I wonder how much you'd get selling those once re-built. Our 44ft Lagoon 440 has 57hp (4JH57) Yanmars and we can easily motor at 6.5/7kts on a single engine burning 1.1-1.5 gal/hr depending on rpm. 30hp on a 44ft catamaran is a bit underpowered from what I've seen. Antares no longer offers their boats with anything less than 40hp engines. Obviously we all want to sail as much as possible and avoid using engines, but the extra HP helps a ton. We've had to power through massive currents while passing between channels. It's nice to know that I can get by on a single engine if I had issues. I don't think our boat could have powered through those kind of channels with just a single 30hp. Keep up the good work. My boat has some bulkhead issues that I've been grinding out and re-tabbing over the past year. I'm also a software engineer who loves projects! But watching your videos makes me feel like my fiberglass work is not too bad! haha

[@sprendergast351]

Hi Bryan, please tell me you set the tappets.😂 You probably left it out because it might confuse a few. Regards Steve.

[@vg4413]

👍

[@ipc1962]

Hello!!! Cuanto tiempo esperando,!!!! Hasta la proxima.

[@BryanSailing]

Thanks for watching

[@SteinVarjord]

Congrats! First start gives a very good feeling! And now you really know this engine. That’s gonna be useful down the line, when Bryan Sailing is actually sailing, but still occasionally needs an engine or two, in places where the non skilled will not easily get out of a jam.

[@BryanSailing]

Hopefully someday I make it to actual sailing :)

[@Pauljustin75]

Great video, “gut and tight “😂

[@mr.e7022]

Good to see you back. Looks like you have lost some weight and you got a haircut, well you got all the hairs cut. Question, did you use new head bolts?

[@doug1030]

Another day above ground.

[@briancostello]

Great work! Did you put new copper crush washers under the injectors? I know VW and Mercedes diesels are really sensitive to that. Remove an injector, new washer on re install. Or you might have leaks! I don’t know if Yanmar’s are the same. I should know. I own 2 of them!

[@JohnDoe-jq1br]

What's going on Bryan? Have you given up on your boat, and or KZbin?

[@tmarcucci]

When will we see more boat fix videos?

[@blairguinea6811]

Good and Tight haha

[@gregoriosmith6994]

At 10:25 those are called banjo bolts.

[@mr.e7022]

Bryan!!!! Ahoy mate, you doing ok?

[@svamour4574]

Bryan, where is your link to your Patreon page located? I am following your instruction repairing my hurricane damaged Morgan 454. Keep up the excellent instruction Sir. I gave you a shout-out on my KZbin channel.

[@matthoward5420]

Hi mate where are you I miss your videos

[@brendonremmel8171]

Where is the boat buddy?

[@aquasapien9275]

Where would one purchase a hurricane damaged boat?... I'm looking . Thank you.

[@sailingnoboundaries]

Congratulations! Do you have a second engine to rebuild?

[@BryanSailing]

I already rebuilt it and used it to bring the boat back to where it it.