BOAT YARD LIFE: This Changes Everything

[@tomrichter244]

My wife and I have been married for 50 years, but if we would have sailed across an ocean together, and had to work this closely together, we never would have made it. Congratulations to you both. I hope you can be this successful when this adventure is over.

[@eugenelewis8075]

Oh Man oh Man I felt that when you pinched your finger in the Riveter

[@Joe-zt7ef]

Is it just me or does Becca get more gorgeous in every episode, you guys are on your way to stardom.

[@clarkkent772]

Next time cutting aluminum try using a hacksaw. Less mess and cleaner cut. Buy a roll of Butyl tape for waterproof sealing cleats and everything. Butyl tape never dries out and is ready for use. Never cracks or dries out so it remains water tight. No mess to clean up after tightening the screws down.

[@harryknickerbocker9889]

In all my years sailing I've never found a woman who was willing to work on the boat. They always had something else to do. You two work well together and you're amazing.

[@seawench555]

I've come across quite a few men like that!!! 🤣

[@markbernier8434]

Angle grinders are nasty beasts. 1) Using one unprotected WILL damage your hearing. 2) Using it without gloves will make you prone to white finger (Reynaud's syndrome) 3) the discs have a habit of disintegrating and will throw pieces at you that are sharp and/or red hot 4) Use the right disc for the job. There are ones for cutting and different for grinding and for sanding/polishing. Good job for getting it done and no blood shed.

[@TeuluTribe]

Good tips, we will take them on board and be careful to not use it often 😀

[@steveww8590]

Watch out angle grinding on board - the tiny fragments are hot and can burn into the gelcoat and lodge there for ever. Thats especially bad if its steel you’re grinding (not that you will have much non-stainless steel on board) as all the tiny specs go rusty! Ask me how I know! Great vids though :-)

[@woodman1133]

Spread the stress under the winches and cleats .... use backing plates on the underside of the deck for reinforcement.

[@johnekins4408]

Not a bar, hollow square section. You guys are amazing, you take safety very seriously and all your projects are well thought out. Well done.

[@tomdunn1254]

It is called square tubing.

[@williamwhaley7842]

It's really great to see two young people working together as a team to fulfill your dreams! Not something I see in this world much anymore!

[@TeuluTribe]

Glad you enjoyed William!

[@peterasacker5948]

Just love how you guys see a problem and find a way to take care of it . The best is when the part or BIT as you say is not available, how you find a way to make or repurpose a part to suit your needs....true sailors......well done kids

[@TeuluTribe]

Haha the ‘bit’ 😆 gotta do what you’ve gotta do!

[@toddpburton]

After sanding the stainless tubing you'll need to passivate it with an acid solution to protect it from rust.

[@TeuluTribe]

Good idea- thanks

[@imolony]

Couldn't tell from the video how the aluminum tubes to which the solar panels are attached are attached to the stainless. Because aluminium and stainless steel are different metals, an insulator or dielectric material placed between the two will reduce the dielectric effect. At the very least an old inner tube can be cut into pieces fit between the aluminum tubes and the davit stainless steel will reduce or eliminate corrosion. Keep up the great work! ✌️❤️🚀🤠

[@TeuluTribe]

They are bolted through but with a layer of Duralac to stop the metals touching and reacting 😀

[@orwellknew9112]

@@TeuluTribe I recall you specifically mentioning that, Zack

[@tuberNunya]

Bolted with a metal fastener? ;) @@TeuluTribe

[@Mike9001000]

That rivet gun is vicious- felt the pain Zach 🤬 Great to see yet more additions/improvements to Tealu and looking forward to seeing her back in the water.

[@TeuluTribe]

Yeah that really hurt 😅 Not long now until she is back doing her thing 😁

[@pixiniarts]

@@TeuluTribe I felt it through the screen... Oof I hope it's better now!

[@orwellknew9112]

Watching you two demonstrate facing and conquering the kinds of challenges faced by people sailing the world on an older sail boat makes me think this experience would be so valuable to young couples. I can see so many positives to this experience, both individually and as couples. So many opportunities for growth.

[@OddLifeCrafting]

FINALLY the bimini is in place!!!! For sure this changes a lot. It will be life changing once you add a hatch on the saloon, hehe. Miss you, guys

[@TeuluTribe]

Yasssssss!!!! That is on the list🤞 Miss you both too.

[@athimot]

A quick tip, when you need a shim for in between two tubes, you can use a cut up pop can to get a long thin strip of metal. I’ve used this several times on bike seat posts, and it would be a better, more permanent solution than tape.

[@cathyholt5215]

It has got to be rewarding to make these improvements to your home! Also, I bet it's great to know every square inch of your boat inside and out.

[@TeuluTribe]

It’s such a good feeling Cathy!! 😀

[@robm.4512]

Oh man! I really felt that rivet gun nip. Been there, done that, also crawled around in circles for a minute or two entirely unable to yell the volley of curses that were exploding in my brain. 😂 Just a thought for the future; if you’ve got a stainless tube going in to a fitting and you’re riveting it, if it’s got any play it can tend to fret and it’ll get sloppier over time. If you rough up the bore and the male side with some abrasive or a file then glue it in with epoxy, riveting it before it cures, it makes for a much more solid fixture. If you ever need to take it apart again just drill the rivet out and heat the joint area up to release the epoxy bond. Hope that helps down the track, it’s a useful jointing technique on occasion. Nice job, the bim looks great and it’s going to transform life aboard for you. Cheers, R. 😎👍🍻

[@TTM-GEB]

This that and more... Awesome Stuff!!! ❤

[@flamethrower5794]

Ah yes, so the "King Klik" riveter still lives on, that's very sad news. Lost my first chunk of skin to one of them in the mid 70's, I still remember how much it hurt! They can get you opening as well as closing too, a sort of double action if you like. Nasty things. Love the channel, keep it up!

[@stevecrombie5357]

I appreciate you two so much. I have watched several bimini projects on other channels and they are always tough. I've seen pros hired and bring crap to the boat that was refused by the boat owners. You must be getting really close to splash, if you haven't already in real time. Stay safe. ❤🙏

[@TeuluTribe]

Aw Steve, we appreciate YOU! We have now splashed but a few weeks behind on here. It feels so good to get Teulu all upgraded 😀

[@yucasola]

Excellent work, but we miss Becca crying lol 😂. Thought we had it when Zach pinched his finger. Glad it wasn't serious.

[@jimgarvin9159]

Ya’ll are so Great. Love watching the all the great projects and how amazing the community helps each other while on the hard. Keep it up and always stay positive & strong teammates. When do hit the Water ??? Stay Strong.

[@TeuluTribe]

It is a lovely community, everyone helps everyone! We hit the water soon, just a few more projects to go!😊

[@helenmobbs4599]

You two are amazing. Thank you for all the hard work keeping us updated on all your adventures and upgrades. Take care 😊🌹

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks Helen! Glad you could join us on the adventure 😊

[@MartinLockhart]

You make boat maintenance more interesting than most, well done team

[@TeuluTribe]

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks 😀

[@prestonsjourney]

that finger injury had to be throbbing for a couple of days. I am not a fan of hand injuries what so ever! Watching the two of you brings a bit of joy into the moment! I am wishing you continued happiness and good health!

[@TeuluTribe]

Yeah it wasn't the best afterwards😅 But it was my own stupid fault, I sure won't be making that mistake again!

[@JustinDanby]

Was it a cost factor you didn’t go with winches with self tailing? Self tailing as you know I’m sure are much easier to use alone especially if one of you is resting or asleep, just interest! Btw , I’m totally addicted to Teulu Tribe, I love the way you have taken on nearly all the work yourself and becoming really knowledgeable 👍

[@peterwilson7532]

I love how resourceful you both are. Glad to see you are not a princess or a diva, you are a great role model for girls and young women everywhere. Despite your limited resources and tools, you make a great job of just getting stuff done. I tend to be a bit too perfectionist and get bogged down, bad habit. All the best in your travels, you really living a life worth living. Advice from an old guy, do all you can through your twenties and thirties while you have your health, vigor, flexibility and no children. Heartfelt best wishes to you.

[@davidnichols147]

Another epic episode, wishing you both the Merriest and Happiness!

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks David!

[@stevenplancich6449]

Another Impressive Boat Improvement Project Done with the Bimini 👍 Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy 😎

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks Steven! This one is pretty huge for us 😀

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

You two are rather amazing both each on your own and as a team ….

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you Thomas☺️

[@ELLA.1983]

You are a really good team and work so incredibly well together❤

[@timgwaltney5770]

Hope you guys are proud of yourself. These task not being your normal trade you are knocking them out of the park. Great job!!!

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks so much ☺️ just cracking through them, one at a time!

[@FLSTFB103]

I think those through hull fittings on the Cat have been put on back to front, maybe by someone with a hangover.

[@SailingRagdoll]

It’s so great to see you both work on the boat together, you guys make an ace team. All the hard work and improvements will make all the difference soon so although it might be somewhat daunting at present, you’ll be reaping the rewards in no time. Great video as always guys 😊

[@TeuluTribe]

Cheers guys! We can't wait to get her back in the water😊 Fair winds.

[@danratsnapnames]

you know, if you cut a releaf angle off of the back side of those long through hulls, it will cause it to have a vacume while current moves past them, or cut the relef on the front side to cause them to have pressure when the current moves past them. its all a matter of preference and purpose.. but i dont know if that is the real reason they are so long. just an idea..

[@muddgeeser]

Rivets are neat,they have drills to remove them, special angle

[@TeuluTribe]

Cheers 😊

[@JohnRobinson-km4kt]

I like it that you people like the music of Ali Farka Touré of Mali😊

[@russellsteedman3293]

Hey Zak always remember to hold the bottom handle on the lazy tong riveter when your using it. That will avoid loosing a fingernail, this is speaking from experience

[@topshelf552]

Once again your DIY skills and bin hunting are awesome

[@denislamadeleine1181]

Is there anything you two cant do? Everything is coming along nicely and soon you she will be back in the water too. Another great episode, thank you.

[@Roskellan]

A regular hacksaw instead of the angle grinder perhaps. Note if you ever use a angle grinder to cut stainless, always use a new blade. A blade used previously with steel will cause stainless to rust where it has been cut. That though-hole fitting is confusing the only thing I can think of is if someone wanted to push a pipe over the fitting. It is a large diameter for sure. Bolts have a smooth shank before the thread, screws are threaded all the way up - just saying 🙂. That bimini looks a bit shady to me 🙂 A vice, the most useful tool ever 🙂 Screwing Stainless to Aluminium this is the stuff - Tef gel / PTFE thread sealant / lubricant 20cc 1oz Syringe plus brush.

[@TeuluTribe]

Should have given that a shot. Angle grinders are fun though 😀😆 interesting about the through hull- that would make sense!

[@wow.sailor.]

Wow, great job 👍

[@TeuluTribe]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tomriley5790]

Great work! Looks beautiful! Well done for not swearing with the rivet gun Zach! That really hurts!

[@TeuluTribe]

Haha we maybe cut that bit out 😉

[@johnwishart7950]

you are such honest people great video

[@TeuluTribe]

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks John

[@oddjobkia]

Always a pleasure to watch you two. I felt that rivet gun pinch..keep smiling

[@factanonverba6169]

Damn, I felt that! Well done with the bimini.

[@tuberNunya]

Cool Mullet Zach. ;)

[@allornothing7957]

Hey guys great video! Just a warning for anyone watching this about cutting aluminium with a grinder, it can clog up and cause the blade to fracture big bang! I had a disk miss me by inches once apon a time! The solution to this is to use tallow on the cutting disc, or grinding discs to stop them clogging up! 😊

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks for the heads up, I'll try and get my hands on some of those cutting discs!

[@allornothing7957]

@@TeuluTribe tallow is pig fat that's been rendered down, works with any discs :)

[@pixiniarts]

Algorithm feeding... Thanks, loving these videos, I love watching you figuring stuff out and trying everything yourselves!🙏

[@jonathanscott550]

Great!Job you two. The Bimini is going to look so good. And Zac I felt the pain when you pinched yourself with the rivet tool if that's what it was. Once you did it my whole body shivered and I went cold "F***in"!!! OUCH!!! Once the jobs are done I know you'll feel and see the difference and feel of the boat. Looking forward to next weeks video

[@dougwilson1769]

Another great video.

[@Kosty19]

Good job! Do You guys seem to have a whole boat repair workshop on board? 😀 I see You using always so many different tools in each episode. Or do You borrow them from the yard? Did Zach have some blue collar / craftsman job before? He seems so good in doing all these repairs. And Becca is so clever with repairs too.

[@Footballislife1900]

Another great video I really do love this adventure.

[@stuartmould6363]

Great work guys, hope your finger is ok after catching it in the pot rivet gun Zach ouch 😩.

[@TeuluTribe]

Cheers Stuart, its almost back to normal now thankfully😂

[@michaelwake5600]

Instead of using a dangerous angle grinder to cut aluminium. Use a hand hacksaw, much safer and more controlled. Take care of

[@mcrwoell]

Another great episode as always!!

[@TeuluTribe]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed ☺️

[@wavewaker2]

You guys are awesome talented and perfect combination, it's fun to see the boat progress.👌

[@jpdj2715]

Great to see a woman working an angle grinder and show actual ~engineering insights. As the alumin(i)um (Al) is soft, it will not be too difficult, but the rotational direction of the disc can help you or work against you. That's the understanding "we" need to develop. As to the metal file, its teeth have a direction/orientation. They will cut into the Al in one way and "sweeten" it in the other. Always use the file in the cutting way and it will stay sharp longer. So push lift pull back, set down and push again. If you want to "sweeten" edges, use a finer file the same way. Or fine sanding paper.

[@TeuluTribe]

Great info! Thanks for the advice 😀

[@richardcooper4206]

For cutting soft metal like aluminium; I'd always use a simple hacksaw. No noise, more accurate and no filing needed apart from removing burrs.

[@TeuluTribe]

That’s good to know, thanks Richard

[@danielclark8094]

Great teamwork! 👍 🤙👌🙏

[@damianhall4554]

The rivet gun came on on top in that engagement, made me wince! Much prefer the coffeepot incident.

[@klazyy641]

Nice execution and functional semi-final product. Tools that bite back---bad! Great community of boaters out there----I would never have thought one would have lathes and welding equipment on deck. Who'd a thunk it?

[@TeuluTribe]

The community is so great, we really didn’t expect it when we got the boat!

[@colincooper9451]

Ouch I felt that all way from here !

[@TeuluTribe]

Not my finest moment 🙃

[@ianbuck-barrett8536]

Did this install have any insurance issues. In Australia ( we are British!) most insurance require full lithium installs to be done by a licensed electrician

[@MikeBell-p7y]

Squashed fingernail? If it’s throbbing like crazy the only thing to do is heat up a needle so it’s red hot and burn a hole through the nail. It sounds ghastly but take it from me, it relieves the pain immediately. You probably filmed this a while ago and it’s too late now but remember for next time and for sure there will be a next time 🤣🤣 We are yachties after all. Another great project and I’m looking at a bimini project but I’m a centre cockpit with a hard doghouse so it’s tricky to figure out how it’ll fit.

[@TeuluTribe]

The nail ended up falling off pretty quickly 😩 not a nice injury!

[@TheAtma50]

OUCH!! Stay Safe & Fair Winds!! ☘

[@faircompetition1203]

That hurt to watch - ouch . Been there .

[@DouglasHealy-q1s]

Please use some personal protection equipment while working with drills, grinders, and cutting gear. Gloves and goggles are the bare minimum but will protect you.

[@tonyhands-heart5492]

Great jobs getting ticked off, the only thing i would say is that i think you need to beef how the batteries are secured. ?

[@hudsonthedog1]

was there not someone at the mariner with a circular saw that could have cut . in 2 secs.. LOL

[@raygreen9339]

Hi, Thanks for the great content. Can you please advise which Boat management system you have?i do remeber a video where you installed this but i cant seem to find it again.

[@josephsage3524]

Uploading a video on my day off= perfect timing

[@TeuluTribe]

Enjoy! 😀😀

[@davidbamford4721]

I was very surprised to learn that there are shops, and indeed a hardware store on the San Blas Islands. I imagined a much more primitive existence.

[@basilbrushbooshieboosh5302]

ADVICE With the play on that Bimini fitting I'd put a shim in and also use a through-bolt rather than rivets. The rattle in high wind will be shocking.

[@basilbrushbooshieboosh5302]

Solution from your mate is perfect.

[@garyseven777]

That long thru hull on the Catamaran might be for the head. If you had a flush one (pun intended) the output would run all down the inside of that curve on the boat and beshit it. That’s my guess anyways,., get that TARDIS back in space guys! Hugs

[@codegame027]

Are you going to add some flexible solar to the Bimini?

[@TeuluTribe]

Maybe at some point

[@codegame027]

@@TeuluTribe solicit BougeRV for some panels. I bet they would support you.

[@HellyWelly93]

Be careful when using the tools! Was cringing so hard when Zach hurt his finger! Ouchies 😖

[@TeuluTribe]

I won't be making that mistake again!😂

[@TheMwowner1]

A lithium system you say? have you ever seen a lithium bus go on fire? You should watch how difficult it is to put them out, i pray you have the proper lithium fire extinguishers on your boat. That's right, they created a specific type of fire extinguishers just for lithium fires. best get one.

[@rogerdinnis3816]

Would larger penny washers or metal backing pads be more suitable for the winch bases?

[@antc5010]

I was thinking the same thing w.r.t. the cleats, but it depends on use. Stainless backing plates are good peace of mind as you never know when a winch or a cleat needs to be relied on beyond their normal use when things turn to custard.

[@Arnaud58]

I feel a bit ashamed giving so much criticism, but rest assured, it is really well meant!👴😔 @03:11 Next time maybe use a smooth file (with long strokes)...? Is that alu marine grade?👴🤔 @22:36 why didn't you mount the mast piece vertical?👴🤔 All in all you still did a nice job on the bimini. It's a must have.👴🤗

[@TeuluTribe]

Good suggestion! There’s no way of getting marine grade Aluminium on such a small island, but we shall use this until it needs replacing then simply swap it out 😀

[@Peter-wc4kr]

Any off the rack Bimini is always a pain to make it fit.

[@garyparks2194]

Where did you get the bimini from? we are looking for one at present . can only find ocean south online in stainless

[@TeuluTribe]

It’s from a German company called Sea Pro Marine ☺️

[@garyparks2194]

@@TeuluTribe thank you

[@ericmartelle8694]

Dont let them weld directly on the fiberglass

[@TeuluTribe]

They just welded onto the metal ☺️

[@webheadusa9377]

FYI, Onboard Lifestyle's Teal says whenever he bolts through a deck, particularly for a winch, he will always install a top plate for installation between the bottom of the winch and the deck and a bottom plate on the underside of the deck for the bolts to go through. The purpose is to spread out the stress of the bolts in the deck that is applied by the forces of the sails being held by the winch. See "BACK To Basik's, Project MODE! - Onboard Lifestyle ep.277" kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGjNn2yYmdibjq8 Starting at 1:30 minutes. :¬) Webhead USA

[@HELLRAZZOR]

13:27 Zach your good at rubbing it out aren't you 😏😂😂😂

[@sheilamrum8132]

All that sparkling from the angel grinder will turn into rust

[@TeuluTribe]

How will this happen?

[@davidforbes7772]

Ouch!

[@guydriver]

Oh please put something as a backing plate underneath a cleat.

[@TeuluTribe]

It never has that much load on it as the furling line is always around a winch three times before it’s cleated off ☺️

[@AhmetCakr-BURSOF]

That siprel tool you used is very dangerous. It can be cut even with a simple aluminum bristle cutter, which is really mass-produced and should not be used unless all safeguards are taken.

[@Scottish_Kiwi]

Ouch, finger looks sore m8!

[@neildickinson2144]

lucky it was only your finger considering the position you was working at

[@rjgillens2637]

OUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jacksmith8002]

"crack on", you make me laugh

[@TeuluTribe]

Haha you haven’t heard that one before? 😆

[@nutsandbolts432]

They don’t make a “good” rivet gun, just less bad. I think Zach learned the dangers of that one the hard way. I cringed when I saw Becca holding the piece that Zach was riveting, worried that she might be its next victim. They do make hydraulic pump style rivet guns that don’t require so much physical force to be applied. Not that expensive either. Magnitudes safer than that one you have, but still not without hazards.

[@TeuluTribe]

Yeah, they all seem crazy tools! We have used a hydraulic one before which was better but this was just the one some people in the yard have to borrow ☺️

[@freddywulf2024]

I like how Becca didn't go all unhinged when Zack was getting acquainted with the Rivet gun....keep calm in all things!

[@j70775]

You need thinner cutting blades not grinding blades you were using.

[@TeuluTribe]

You are right, we couldn’t find any different ones here though 🤣

[@Martin37vg]

Clamp the item you want to cut to a bench or something and use both hands on grinder. . It is scary watching you cut stuff . Especially the small stuff . Plus what about goggles !!! Health and safety over . Crack on.

[@peterkukla9069]

I hate those B.... scissor Pop Rivet guns