Sail Life - new headstay, zinc anode and ground plate - DIY sailboat project

[@kevinhoober1863]

Seems like a good excuse to get a giant magnet! See you in 2 weeks!

[@timpsensky5181]

The only ones who dont make mistakes are the ones who dont do anything. You are doing great Mads

[@Nordic-Song]

Never feel bad about taking a break! Editing and filming are big jobs. You owe yourself time off when ever want! Thanks for sharing all you do.

[@dinsdalepiranah8759]

2 weeks!?! I don't think you appreciate how many sad people are out here living vicariously through your regular and superb DIY. What will I do next Sunday? Will I actually have to talk to my wife?!!!

[@belledetector]

Check out S/Y Mistress. That project is coming along well...

[@nick.caffrey]

@@belledetector And Bruce is taking the same pains as Mads. Really entertaining.

[@steveodeal1921]

We're all here for you, don't stress too hard, take a few deep breaths. I loved your response!

[@stevenr8606]

belledetector, I checked SY Mistress. Such a big open area, made small. And way too many angular corners with to many shortcuts for my likings. Thanks, but no thanks.

[@davidhanselman9050]

No video next week??!!! [cue excessive (if not glorious) whining] Honestly, though, if it brings you peace of mind, Mads, and allows you to focus a little more, it's well worth the wait. But your devotion to Athena has worked its way into my life, so I will be anxiously awaiting the next installment. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us! Cheers!

[@jaybey3921]

Take the time you need. Don't feel like you owe us a video. It's more important to focus on your mental health as you undertake this big transition.

[@rasmuskurten8455]

Don't worry about us viewers the coming week. You do your thing and make sure you're focused. Keep it up!

[@brucemacsr.6776]

So finally I have a good excuse for not reading the directions until I am done with the repair. They are sometimes all wrong. Thanks Mad.

[@BobMuk08]

At this stage its a matter of priorities... doing all that 'tiny little things' that ensure you can splash & live aboard safely for years... is very wise!. I hope it goes well,. We will all be rooting for you & I don't think anybody will die of 'No Video' syndrome. You must be under a considerable amount of stress...So look after yourself.

[@Jdefries1]

I was thinking last week you needed a break, so enjoy the break and get it right for the big launch!!! I will miss you but will be watching in two weeks.

[@galerae947]

I am wishing you good luck and sunny weather next week. Thanks so much for all the videos to this point.

[@andrewruble7706]

Mads your not taking the week off from boat work just focusing on the important tasks for your home. Good luck and can't wait for the next one. I am looking forward to a new backdrop when you get Athena in the water. LOL Thanks for sharing.

[@danknox9986]

Mads there is no rush on this and you can do it when the boat is in the water but if you have time you might want to change the sheaves. The ones for wire rope are a bit different than for cordage. And likely they are a bit warn. Also you may want to put on a masthead fly. I think your boat looks great. But don’t feel the need to get everything done before you splash. The world will go on after your boat is in the water and I promise you boat projects will be never ending. Best wishes. Stay safe.

[@mngbennett]

2 weeks is OK for me because I am trying to get caught up before you splash. I started watching your channel when you were building the generator as that seemed crazy. I found I liked your crazy and so I have gone back to when Athena was first acquired with the intention of watching all the back episodes before Athena goes back in the water. It was fun to both see the entire process knowing what the end point is looking like as well as to see your relationship develop with Ava. I just watched the one where you ripped out the interior prior to fixing the structure and to me the next big reveal I am waiting for is when you decide to glass over the deck joint. I have a 1997 Gemini 105M that is a work in progress and you provide great inspiration.

[@ByMyRecords]

How does he only have 84k Subs???? Makes no sense this guys kills it for Sailing DIY!!! Hands Down!

[@Trevscuriosites]

Hi Mads,for pulling cables,ropes,lines etc as a retired electrician we used to use a device called a cable sock,they come in all different sizes and are re-usable I have seen many diy boat restorers taping wires,ropes to messengers or other ropes but have never seen anyone using the cable socks that are designed for this purpose maybe if you have time in your schedule you can have a look at them online.Keep the great video's coming.

[@michaels1997]

Good call to take next week to focus on the final tasks Mads, although I'm obviously CRUSHED that I won't get my weekly fix!! Where I live in the UK, we seem to get your weather a couple of days before it gets to you, so greetings from a chilly, VERY wet northern England!

[@PClanner]

Thx for the update Mads - gotta do what ya gotta do - and ya gotta do it right. Thanks for letting me be part of that experience.

[@daviddickmeyer5231]

I think taking a week off to sort things out is a great idea. This will be your home on the water and perfection is the only option for safety and piece of mind! See you in two weeks!

[@craigleemehan]

With how beautiful that hull is, I hope you are way better at docking than I am.

[@onepanther69]

no worries on the focusing on ya boat and no video... hope all goes well and cant wait for the next always love yer videos im kinda living vicariously thru u.... thanks again

[@robertpregnell8200]

Great call. For sooo long you've given us all a weekly reminder of everything that matters Mas. Keep an eye on those clevis pins - we can't wait to see her floating! :-)

[@Gold469]

Love your vids and your work. I will mention that cleaning a bearing surface with a screwdriver might damage the surface though. cant wait to see Athena in the water...

[@nick.caffrey]

When you are doing a boat job of this magnitude, it is not surprising that you might have to take a week off of the additional chore of videography. Focus and get it right. It is yours and Eva's future home!

[@CodeSquares]

Definitely familiar with the "too many small annoying things to take care of" feeling. Take care of yourself and the boat, Mads! We'll see you when we see you. :)

[@janvolek3040]

Best of luck with all the small bits and checks, and the bigger projects next two weeks! Looking forward to the next episode to see how it all went. It will be such a a huge change to see her afloat shortly! Thanks again for taking us along with the project

[@benrothsailing]

For about 3 years I've been planning making a trip to witness the splashing with you Mads. Back then in 'normal land' i was imagining all the people from around the world who would make the trip too... I guess this Bat flu has put a stop to that, but we are there with you in spirit. Really looking forward to it!

[@jesterjon]

completely understand time to get the job done! We will miss you next week though.

[@belledetector]

Yet another interesting and well produced boat repair DIY video from your hands Mads. They have over the years become "the gold standard, by which all other boat repair DIY´s is measured". Jacob, DK

[@CassarolesDad]

Tying a small piece of ribbon or plastic bag to light string and then using shop vac to suck thru is effective way to get pull lines in. Works in some situations where other methods won’t. Tape over other holes in mast or route if needed to decrease suction loss and steer string to exit hole

[@beneens1009]

Nooooo , not two weeks! Interesting episode Mads. Thanks

[@jerrylandman9437]

Do what you need to do to get back in. We'll catch up on vids as you post. Take care 😁

[@tungsten267]

Nice little trick when cutting bolts down, put a nut on first so that after the cut is done and you take the nut off, it cleans up the thread as it comes off.

[@markbernier8434]

and you can put that nut in the vise to hold all still then grind the cut edge before taking the workpiece out of the vise.

[@dav1dsm1th]

I think Mads agrees with Martin. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnzcoI2fipWAl7s

[@johnassmundsson516]

Just lika David said thats a classic lifehack, looks like a good idea but it's useless in reality. Chamfer the edge on some kind of sander an then it's way better.

[@garysouza2277]

@@johnassmundsson516 Actually if you put a nut on first, cut the bolt then chamfer the end with a file or sander, it works every time. The nut will clean out any little burrs left from the cut. I do it all the time.

[@RondoGlobal]

A lot of talk about useful Nuts, there are 3 types of Nuts, used for bolts, eaten as snacks and used to make babies. Have a great week everyone.

[@GoofieNewfie69]

Every good mechanic has a good strong magnet for finding dropped items. Drag the magnet over the ground to find tthe bearing

[@hfoor11]

In this world of listening to hypertensive drama queens, I find your videos extremely calming and soothing so I will miss you next week. Stay dry.

[@markrutlidge5427]

Your safty and Athena's soundness is more important than viewers curiosity.

[@jameymathis7452]

It's a very smart move to take a week off to concentrate on the details. For all of us that have followed you for years, we're still behind you and will be here in two weeks to continue to show our support ! Fair Winds !

[@blackdog1234567890]

Mads, you are the man. keep it going, my friend. I really enjoy watching the progress on Athena and look forward to seeing you splash her. Fair winds, Following Seas, Captain.

[@steveb.4292]

Congrats on your hard work - proud achievement. When working over a catch pan/tub - best to place a towel or paper towels on the bottom (if you didn't do so) - then dropped items have less ability to bounce out.

[@jurajbuljanovic5572]

devils in the details, don’t feel you have to keep to a schedule, rather keep your mind clear and focused then deal with the burden of these videos, great job as always

[@mikewillis2934]

Great video. I really admire your ability to uncover and resolve all the challenges you have faced along the way

[@richardjennings7062]

Hi mads with regard to your running rigging dynema is expensive but if you have clutches on the mast for your main and Genoa halyards might I suggest you make the halyards the length of the mast with a spliced eye in the both ends so you can attach a cheaper line to the eye with a lashing for when you need to drop your sails and remove it when they are up, it has two benefits one less rope at the mast when the sails are up and secondly less expensive rope to buy. And also I would suggest you check the sheeves at the top of the mast for the depth of the v in the sheeves as wire sheeves are deeper than rope ones and have a chance of wearing earlier than with the correct sheeve. (Sheeves being pulleys) just a thought love what your doing and watching your progress keep up the great work 👍

[@drwindsurf]

It is so exciting to have a Sail Life video with my breakfast instead of my lunch...the perfect way to start my morning and my week. Thank you Mads 😊👍

[@jjrevelry7913]

Good luck prepping for splash down! I suggest your write a pre-launch checklist of essential points to check (e.g. Seacocks closed, fenders ready and shorelines) working from Bow to Stern and masthead to keel base, a few days prior to splash when you have a cool head! Then on the day before you move her you work through the list!

[@karlandersson2651]

Good luck on your tasks next week Mads.

[@valenciaenglish]

Dude! You rock. Thanks for sharing. Take as many weeks as you need.

[@tukinfoods5111]

Great call. Good luck with it but right decision to get it right and then share the result!

[@stevehaintz6361]

I have really enjoyed watching you move ahead . You have really grown on me and now look forward to your weekly videos. Good luck in all your endeavors.

[@jeremyrainman]

Mads, don't forget to connect the grounding plate/engine/anode/saildrive before splashing. You wouldn't want to set up some kind of battery between them in the slip.

[@Cptnbond]

One of the few YT's where you hit the "like" before watching ;-). Athena comes first, your episodes are just for our entertainment. Good decision.

[@philsmith7398]

Good luck! Enjoy your two weeks of focused activity!

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Great call on the time to focus on Athena Mads. So close even I can smell the salt air where Athena will launch. Take care and forge ahead.

[@michaelfranklin-harris3910]

God He's Good,, Will Miss Him Next Week

[@frevele1656]

Will miss you next week but makes sense and good luck getting everything done

[@mikemedic450]

My wife and I are going to watch the epic rudder build or the deck being replaced next Sunday. Crack on with the build Mads and good luck.

[@charliecruzen3394]

The electropolishing is fantastic it takes the impurities away from the surface so your stainless steel doesn't rust. When you manually sand and polish after the electroplating you will expose more impurities and should electroplate again or do your electroplating after you mechanically polish

[@abbbee8918]

Very sensible to concentrate 100% on what needs doing at this time, and the extra time will come in handy too.

[@sjbj18463]

Good luck next week - The Splash day needs to be easy so all your Prep is time well spent. Fare Winds and Fine Seas

[@jrhalabamacustoms5673]

Be careful and stay sane! We'll be here in 2 weeks. Now I'll have to watch an older Mads video for my Sunday afternoon since this one was early.

[@ApexWoodworks]

First of all, another great video, filled with tons of good info. Sounds like it's more important to focus on the tasks at hand rather than pump out the weekly video this time around, Mads. Smart choice!

[@urlkrueger]

No problem here with skipping video next week, I'll just go camping in the snow for the weekend. Brrrr!

[@funkyfender1]

A magnet Mads! Sweep the area with a magnet! Of course it only works for ferrous metal parts... but you know this!

[@sylvaingagnon3211]

Good luck. We’re with you all the way.

[@shawnmiller3338]

In the future when cutting down threaded rod it can be helpful to tread a nut onto the rod first below the cut point then after you cut the rod and grind smooth the end you can unscrew the nut and it will chase any corrupted threads making sure you have no issues with threading on the nut... often when cutting a rod and grinding the end it can be a struggle to get the nut to thread on the first time since there can often be a little thread damage at the end due to the cutting process. Hope this tip is helpful.

[@YoureNowOnTV]

Glad to see things so close to being ready for the splash day, and that you are being sensible in stepping back from the KZbin side for a week to concentrate. You’re an inspiration Mads! 😀👍

[@manuelstarr3602]

Aww...No more glorious talking, I only watch to listen to you... See you in 2 weeks. (PS: Joking, you are gloriously informative).

[@leifhendrickson6576]

Yay extra long video in two weeks showing all the last minute prep before splashing 👍

[@magnuseriksson5084]

Good Luck Mads, here in Sweden we put our boats on land instead. Owner of a great danish boot X-332.

[@Banjo-lm2wl]

Good luck next week getting those jobs done

[@johnwishart7950]

i think you do well producing video as often as you do and they are all very interesting

[@terryluck3]

I really enjoy you videos. I appreciate your attention to detail and aspire to follow in your footsteps.

[@steedharold]

Best of luck with the splash! Thanks for the video.

[@markfarnell183]

Perfectly wise decision re the video. Concentrating on the main game is the idea though I will miss your cheerful video

[@coolhandpuke3780]

All good Mads. Thoroughly enjoying watching you make your boat look "dang spiffy". Can't wait to see you splash it. 👍

[@curtisleblanc1880]

As much as we’ll miss you next weekend, good call. I’ll bet you’ll feel a lot better having time to do it right. Best of luck and see you in a few weeks 😁⛵️. -from a loyal Canadian follower

[@tankneverfull3931]

Good call giving yourself a week off from videoing. I know youtube is an important part of your overall plan, but I think focusing on the boat at this stage is more important. See you in 2 weeks!

[@stevenr8606]

😡 A small 1-week warning would have sufficed NOT a surprise!

[@TheSwampdoggydog]

Take as long as you want Mads, it’s your boat and money not to mention the time spent doing it

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

So early Mads.Good stuff,I get to watch before I go to bed.10pm Sunday night.Outstanding.Cheers Ross.

[@tallbikercat]

Good luck with the big splash!

[@idgafnation8620]

While you prep properly, I'm doing the same. The timing of ours couldn't be planned better. A neodymium magnet on board is handy for about 1000 reasons by the way. Focus on the tasks needed completion and be ready with a checklist pre splash. Cheers from Canada for the last time... Next stop, Mexico!

[@johncollier608]

Do what you've got to do, Mads. Clarity of thought and looking after those little details is the right decision if you feel you are getting distracted. Looking forward to seeing you again in two weeks. Thanks for a great video.

[@EugeneJrFolse]

It's two weeks. My Sail Life addiction is really showing. It's bad man! I need a new episode soon!

[@70aca]

It was a nice surprise to get the video early!

[@PaulusPHM]

GROUNDPLATE... I have installed many SSB in my days. It is almost a must to put spacers , it will effect the tuning of the antenna. You could put a piece of spacer at the front for your concern something gets hooked there

[@medbam33]

Good luck, I'm sure you will get it all done.

[@ShulerBurton]

Borrow a metal detector. Or a large magnet to find steel balls... Thanks for the great videos!

[@colin.chaffers]

Yeah, its this the right thing to do, see you in two weeks

[@yakekaj]

Good move missing out a week of filming, getting the jobs done is far more important!!

[@CorwynGC]

Magnets may help find fallen steel balls. Sorry for being late with this advise. The aluminum extrusions on your jib furler are probably about 8 feet long, and joined with a pair for flanged joiners. Those are what would cause you problems with you tried to push the forestay.

[@allsearpw3829]

Hi ,take time to get it all sorted , I know where coming from and trying to get to ,so best of luck and see you later ,take care Mads .

[@skookumjack]

Very exciting stage Mads! I can fully understand you needing to focus at this critical point. I'm sure your subscribers will too, well, those who have a slightest idea of what this time entails. Looking forward to the next installment 👍👍👍

[@seanl714]

Take care of business......we will be here when you get done!

[@KL-nx3qi]

One thing I wanted to suggest for when you are taking apart old assemblies filled with dried up dirty grease is to skip the heavy duty solvent and use WD40. You'll be shocked at how the nastiest stuff will just melt to the point it wipes right off with a rag.

[@charliecruzen3394]

I have learned the hard way to mechanically polish the stainless before I weld the pieces together it's a lot easier to polish. LOL then I mechanically polish the welds and then Electro polish after that.

[@kevinsaunby982]

Good luck over next two weeks - excited for you as you approach splashing - thanks for early release of this weeks video.

[@everwind5691]

I used Vectran when I replaced my wire halyards. Stronger, lighter, a little expensive, but what is not to like. Worth the investment IMHO. Also gets rid of halyard clanking For The Win!

[@frankh4958]

Here's hoping you have a gloriously productive week ahead!

[@Scramasax]

Great info about the furler. I have that exact same one and it might require some service some day. Also just replaced the running rigging before lifting the boat - 6 x 40m of 10mm dynema mmmmmmm........ :-) When replacing the running rigging, make sure the diameter of your new ropes fit your winches and locks. You also might want to check that the pulleys at your mast top are suitable for rope.

[@natielou143]

Yeah, be honest. I am not the only one who will miss “Oh glorious sanding” next week. It’s getting so close I can almost smell the saltwater.

[@JamesBond-xq3tw]

Splash ,I can just hear it now ,good luck