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[@GordLamb]

It continually blows my mind how much effort you guys put into filming your hard work. I know how much it sucks to pause and say "this would make a good shot." Uma is one hell of a ship. :)

[@arthurverheijen6682]

Excellent job!!!!! Compliment from a retired Dutch boat builder. Both for the engine and the epoxy work. Great!!

[@michakj4994]

Arthur thank you for sharing your professional expertise with fans of Dan and Kika, Dan is a true engineer, Kika uses her fine feminine imagination. And they like to work together create things through working on their projects. The episodes showing their job and creation of projects are the best. Among other presentation I am impressed with the episode in which Kika bacame the captain of the battleship. Fantastic promotion of the naval forces and interesting video for Dan and Kika's fans.

[@davidc6510]

Whoah when I saw that crack and the damage report I was so happy you found it on the hard then have it open up while at sea. What great fortune. Awesome job digging in and doing an amazing repair. Kika made me laugh the entire time she was doing the hull sanding and painting work out. Awesome job guys. A special shout out to the amazing editing job you have done on this and the previous two steps. It is next level. Well done. Thanks and cheers!

[@bobuncle8704]

Just amazing. I would imagine many people when seeing a crack in their hull would be a bit panicky. You guys just dig in and fix it. I don’t think there are a lot of people who do all their own work. It is really impreasive to see you tear into a project, and do such an amazing job of it. 👍👍

[@BEElaine1008]

Yes...it was very fortunate they found it this way!

[@aserta]

Eh, every crack has a fix, doesn't matter what material the boat is made from. Wood, metal, fiberglass, .... eh, maybe not concrete boats, there you have bigger issues at play.

[@BEElaine1008]

@@aserta Concrete ships existed...and floated, though not 100% concrete. See SS Selma & SS Palo Alto

[@alexzandercolten9628]

you all probably dont care but does someone know of a way to log back into an instagram account..? I was stupid lost the password. I would love any help you can offer me.

[@gr1mrea9er82]

You guys are adorable. Kika showing off her dance moves and high kicks like a pro....Uma has the best crew!

[@aikydskk]

Kika after hours of work under the boat stop dance!

[@justinkase7763]

Seeing you two do the things you do gives me the strength and confidence to take on challenging and arduous tasks. In fact, I'm heading out to mow the lawn, right after I finish this beer. Cheers y'all! Loved it, as usual.

[@lpd1snipe]

I'm an old ex Navy and Merchant Marine engineer. I've never worked on, or sailed a sailboat. I'm really enjoying your channel as I just stumbled on it. I love the teamwork. Kika reminds me of my first wife when she was alive. God bless you both, and may you always have "red skies" at night.

[@bizkruw7150]

I know I’m late to the viewing, however I’ve watched a few of the repair videos and have to say the level of skill you have not only making the repair but also explaining is exceptional. Be good, do good!

[@patrickradcliffe3837]

Kika the respirator works better when you skin contact to create a seal, your inhaling dust were you dust hood is under the respirator.

[@PartoftheMadness]

Yes, breaking that seal severely impairs the effectiveness of the respirator. More importantly, an angle grinder with a cutting wheel is a very dangerous weapon, you guys. It would be such a tragedy if something happened to you wonderful folks. Sunglasses don't cut it and never without the steel guard. Those wheels blow up all the time. Sorry guys, I hate to be safety dad but those cutting wheels can maim and blind very easily. Broken pieces of cutting wheel can even penetrate and lodge into a polycarbonate face shield. I work in heavy industry and we are trained to treat these things with great respect, I'd hate for more people to get hurt because they underestimate the danger. I totally respect the DIY ethic though, you guys have done some amazing work.

[@Morrisfactor]

I'm an old (retired) boat builder and I 'gotta tell you guys - good job - you have my respect!

[@familyupgrade]

Every time I wounder: Am I strange for loving to see boat work? Like sanding and painting, it is SO satisfying!

[@HammerRocks]

You're not alone. I like seeing DIY boat work.

[@clayfarnet970]

Make me feel like a big fat slug. Watching isn’t as satisfying as accomplishing...but I get your point. 👍👍👍

[@larscelander5696]

It's always so relaxing to see other people work. Hence the popularity of viewing sports. :)

[@RandomButtonPusher]

My wife enjoyed sanding and refinishing the brightwork on our sloop; she said it was meditative. It wasn't a lot, and I was happy to leave it to her. The bottom prep and painting, however, was a joint effort, and rightly so. So nice to step back and see the hull looking good.

[@wayneb7100]

Great workout Kika.. Really great Video.. The Incredible Hulk Kika Look Angry. 😉

[@ellesdewringer6514]

Amazing work you’re doing with the fiberglass. Respect ✊

[@danieloliver20]

Nice hull repair, I love how well the two of you "become one" when you work together, like that "little" glass repair job. Here's to hoping you can get out of Dodge, sooner than later, cheers crew of Uma! 😎

[@davidtwittey4613]

Yes I agree about the way you work in unison the way you do. The repair had to be done but the way you pile into it amazes me. It is all orderly and well prepared but that is quite a structural piece! Was it me or maybe the camera angle but that hull section looked bloody thin to me? I'd expect it to be about 5cm maybe more thick around the keel?

[@alaingrignon]

Brave Dan! Had I found the same crack in my hull I think i would have freaked out for a week trying to get the courage to actually grind her down to the hole in the hull! Hats off my friend!

[@SailingUma]

Did you get to fix it?

[@alaingrignon]

@@SailingUma The one crack I did find, from oil canning on my cradle, I got someone else to fix. it wasn't very deep luckily. :)

[@torusailing]

The maintenance and improvement of your boat is a deepening of the connection to your life, you feel the connection with the boat that is the connection to the universe.

[@earlehotta7755]

Never thought I'd find these segments so interesting like removing the shaft and propeller and setting up the foundation for the new electric motor...glassing...etc...nice piece of working together...awesome

[@billb.6109]

We think your right Dan,... she doesn't have an "Off" switch. Excellent job. Safe travels.

[@thedarkroomukltd7541]

There you go again - making a terrifying job look easy! Awesome work

[@WSallai]

Another demonstration of your sheer will to get Uma in proper order. I am among the many that are impressed with your vision and ability to execute. Bravo Zulu!

[@jergut007]

UR BOTH ABSOLUTE LEGENDS THANK YOU FOR SPENDING SO MUCH TIME ON THESE VIDEOS! 💪🔥😘

[@kylekaae4986]

Love how you two work so well together. Great example to all the kids out there

[@voilemontagne]

i like the fact that you guys keep the video real, not only showing the dream of sailing in beautiful places, but the boat work as well. And real sailors like to see these kind of things too. i really like it!

[@KieranDoylePhotography]

I have taken engines out through the side of fiberglass sport fishing boats and repaired it. I don't think I could attack my keel like that with a grinder. You guys have so much determination. I am also impressed with your attention to detail. Great job on that repair.

[@otroargentinocamioneroenes5805]

I don't understand how people can send you guys a 👎 lot of carisma and a professional job!

[@Anthony-xe2pz]

Loving the series, just binged watched the whole thing. One problem though, started saying "Super excited" a lot, even said it about trying slow cooked cabbage for the first time. Looking forward to seeing more episodes, I'm so super excited about it. Good luck both of you.

[@kustakuties9847]

😂😂😂😂😂👌🏿

[@oceannavagator]

So, just for future repairs, it's good practice to prime any surface with unthickened epoxy before putting filler on, for best adhesion. It also makes it easier to feather out the edges also. Do you own a West Systems manual? Much good information as well as ideas.

[@JCrook1028]

Probably not a good idea laying on that many layers of fiberglass all in one go either. The heat generated can really screw things up. Isn't the maximum recommended like 1800 ply worth? Looked like they were using 600 so 3 layers? and they laid on 6?

[@snakeeyes4424]

OMG Kika is so funny with the white protective suit and the dance moves i was cracking up...and she work her ass off doing all that sanding...great entertaining video. Thank you for sharing

[@RiggingDoctor]

This is why I chose to cruise on a full keel cutter. We have had some very hard groundings and no structural damage to the hull or keel.

[@rossedwards525]

I was just thinking if your channel wasn’t about sailing, boat repairs, destinations or other things I’d watch it just to see how you two as a couple grow and interact with each other in your relationship it is amazing to me! don’t ever change or stop growing.

[@billbaker9623]

Kika you are too funny. Only you would have that much energy after a long hard day of sanding and painting. Well done.

[@rielcolyn4928]

You two give new meaning to teamwork and having fun together. Everything you do you do to perfection. How amazing. R&A

[@BrookeSeaman]

OMG I've been binging from Step 1 for over a month since this lockdown started in France and today was the first time that I hit Shift + N and it didn't go to a new episode! I'm sad, but also SUPER EXCITED to feel a part of the Uma Nation now and caught up with everyone else! 😄Thank you so much for helping me get through this difficult time away from home and family ❤️I hope you two are safe and keeping busy with boat projects as a healthy distraction from the craziness in the world these days!

[@bradn7]

I absolutely love watching your videos. I greatly appreciate you showing off the work that goes into maintaining and improving your boat. Coming from a carpentry background I am amazed at your work that you put out. Your creativity is awe inspiring. Please keep doing the wonderful work that you two do.

[@JohnDoe-ex8gf]

This video gave me nice nostalgic feelings to when I used to repair fibreglass sailplanes back in the day. Felt te itch again watching you grind those holes.

[@txhypnotist]

U2 are just like a box of "Fruit Loops". You always put a smile on my face. Thanks Kika & Dan-O.

[@Zenco92]

So satisfying to put on layers of antifoul after all the hard prep work has been done, eh? I love the 'sticky' noise created by rolling on the thick paint. Mmmmmmh, yeah!

[@Medic5175]

Thanks guys. Hope you all are well. Stay safe stay healthy.

[@nick.caffrey]

11:55. I have NEVER seen Kika sit still for that long!

[@view05nys]

Wonderful to see the teamwork in getting the physically challenging work done with skills, under the pressure of time constraints. Especially impressed by Kika, in her "attacking" her tasks on the project with intensity and good humor.

[@paulhellewell8762]

You two are great...er, no, you two are GREAT together!! You have the same work technique as two other sailors that you might have seen Sailing Parley and you all cover all your work in detail and damnit you keep smiling while doing the roughest work. Kika, all that grinding, I've done that sort of thing before and you come away smiling while throwing punches, kicks and laughing. I'd do it once and all my muscles and joints would lock up and I'd become a living statue, screaming in pain. You are going to sleep good tonight petite lady. You two ROCK!!!

[@ussweeneyd]

Dan and Tika, It’s truly inspiring to watch you both fearlessly approach what to many, would be a terrifying project, I can’t shake off the visions in my mind of the huge seas and winds and then, see the gaping holes in the hull. You both really do a great job.

[@corujariousa]

Fixing the hull is hard and critical work. Great that you found the spot and knows how to fix it. Stay strong and safe!

[@luisroebuck4354]

you guy always sharing all the project to make that boat take you anywhere you want to go , keep up with your journey, that is the best way to make a living

[@marcdufour9227]

You guys are so lucky that in the middle of a lockdown, you are fortunate enough to be living aboard your project! Sure wish I could work on mine! Keep up the great work! Love how the boat has come together for you!!

[@justbecause3751]

Awesome job guys. The repair is super strong and looking nice. That old boat just gets younger and younger. Looking forward to some electric motor testing with numbers. A super geeked out video on all the specs and fine tuning and actual performance ect. You guys are ready to sail to nz now. Strong boat with a fire and electric motor. Your enthusiasm is more infectious than Corona. Thanks for putting a smile on my face. You guys ROCK!!!

[@cfeigel]

I get it, you're making it look fun so we'll help with the painting. Total "Tom Sawyer" move!

[@mechanicdave80]

Proto nailed it!

[@ThePiotrPik]

Hehe good one ... And they will sell on patreon tickets for painting event?

[@jameshickey9393]

Moving into less than 100 sq feet that can sink and is rebuilt and re-designed by a young couple is the ultimate test of love and friendship. You passed that test a long time ago. You guys rock!

[@guyfox68]

Great job on that repair. The both of you look like you are enjoying all your projects to make your home a nicer place.

[@fritzmeynejr2983]

Both of you are a Team, with great attention to details and a true Craftsman approach!

[@bdjm8595]

The 'glassing skills are strong with this one, yes Dan!!! Well done you guys, another fantastic episode!! I'm at episode #44 in my catching up with you effort with you guys!!!

[@32hyb1]

Couldn't agree more with Arthur's comments your both talented . Allan from Lameroo South Australia . Australia.

[@edrosenberger6947]

Thank heavens you hulled out and found that hull crack before you were way out to sea.....and a torrential leak started! You two are a great team....

[@Mr666Nikos]

Hi! I recommend starting with the lagest piece first when laminating, so don't make a weak point at each overlap when grinding. Just My 50cent

[@amyheaton930]

Uma is looking good with s fresh coat a paint on her. Hope you two are keeping safe in these unpredictable times.

[@bryanhebden8398]

You two make a great team and Kika really 'kicks butt' with her can do, will do, effervescent personality! I mean, 'how much fun' can sanding the hull of a boat be ... LOL (been there, done that)! Music helps a lot!

[@chrispomfret8592]

Next time you are out of the tide maybe you should consider a boot line? It keeps the hull above the waterline looking good longer, as it masks the slime line, and is a good visual transition between the dark anti foul & the white topsides. The colour could be quite traditional like a red, Royal blue or turquoise or you could go a silver or somewhere in the brown/gold/kaki spectrum.

[@-kwrider8155]

Awesome Job but would have to say you missed the perfect opportunity to glass in a camera or a some sort of port hole to see underwater for when you anchoring or going through shallow water to see if you would hit things! Would be a first for a youtube sailing channel!!!

[@larscelander5696]

I had the same thought for the propeller but if you install a camera, you still do it after the glassing is done by drilling a small hole. A viewport would have to be glassed in but not a tiny little camera.

[@juyfjgfjhgfjugf4702]

I really like you guys , you're real, not acting, thank you

[@BruceInFlorida]

Omg... I started watching you two upon your graduations!! You were youngsters who had just thrown out the couch. I come back to see you guys now and then, and always find a new adventure!!. You two were made for each other, beyond a doubt 😄 Be safe and continue to enjoy your journey in life. B/Florida

[@rayfletcher3683]

You really need to discover peel ply. Or tell me why you don’t use it please. Sure makes finishing and smithing the surface a lot quicker and easier!

[@SV_SheDevil]

Angry Kika was so funny. Made me belly laugh. Great work!

[@ruffus8039]

You guys are a hoot. Very enjoyable to watch. One thing I've wondered for a while & never asked before. How do the supports move around so you can hit them spots with a sander & paint?

[@karlfair]

This was a fun episode. Amazing how much work it is holding a sander overhead for 6 hours. Nice work digging out all the de-lamination. Is your keel encased or bolt on? If it's bolt on and you see anymore cracks. Drop the keel and check the bolts. I do fit tests for respirators. Half-face respirators are negative pressure, they will not seal on a beard or on cloth. Thus defeating the purpose. Try a banana oil test some time, it will show you how much gets through. You 2 always do things the best way you can. Hope this helps you to keep doing so. For the respirator you were using the pre-filter is very important in stopping particulates. They are usually N95 or P100. Hard to find right now. Stay safe.

[@desolatemetro]

"Crushing It Kika". LOL! Or maybe Krushing It Kika? Great job guys.

[@AndreasDuessca]

I've said this a couple of times now, but I am constantly in awe of both your skills. If I'd find a crack on my keel, I'd be too busy panicking than to come up with a way to fix it.

[@nnasab]

I would use a layer of Kevlar on that cracked area, also would check the connection (bonding) between keel ballast and the hall. If there is any problem there you would see the crack again, if you keep the boat long.

[@doolittlegeorge]

That's a lot of money! Good advice as they design their own keel from the ground up tho!

[@C_R_O_M________]

@@doolittlegeorge one layer of Kevlar isn't that much.

[@richardwallinger1683]

good to see you have the courage to GO FOR IT.. instead of pussyfooting about and covering up the small hairline crack .. you delved right in and got to the source of the damage .. It is both comforting to see the thinking behind your preparation and the super strong finished repair / reinforcement .

[@johndavidson6867]

Oh the joys of a used boat, but at least you know how to do the repairs, and you have wonderful woman in Kika who doesn't mind getting down and dirty in helping do the work. Looking forward to seeing you back on the water and how the new sail drive and electric motor work out. Take care and stay safe in these trying times.

[@vraymond108]

Amazing job. That boat is very lucky to have you as the owners. Can’t wait to see how the new motor does.

[@chrisbailey3544]

Very interesting to see a boat yard in another part of the world. I am surprised even with a festool that you were not required to tent off the hull before sanding. Adding to the matter, washing the dust off the painted hull as well. The yard I work at considers those all environmental infractions which endure fines.

[@studdedsail7126]

You guys make applying fiberglass look so easy.

[@psmithrpm]

You two blow me away. Talented, smart and wise (educational and entertaining!). My hat is off to you and the Uma endeavor. You have and will inspire many.

[@waynefederico9396]

Sanding is like picking weeds.. ya gotta do it.. but you do it so well , I started dancing in the front yard picking weeds.. yes it helped next week paint dancing.. wish I bought a boat..

[@C_R_O_M________]

Now you need to recommend THE KIND of music to listen to while sanding. Good work!

[@NTF-fk8en]

Awesome glass work and mechanical skills from both of you, I love these type of instructional videos!

[@ThePiotrPik]

Nice to see you find joy even with hard things and that you work together.

[@johnrutherford9262]

Love it you guys make a great team and sanding the bottom of a boat for 6hrs straight is amazing ...and great job on the glassing and fairing

[@mathewdavis-adventuresandd6643]

Holy mother of God. I would have freaked the heck out if I had cut a hole that size in my "hypothetical" floating home. On the video you took it on like it was a paint chip !! It is awesome to know that kind of damage is totally repairable. Before seeing this video I probably would have been looking for another sailboat if I had been confronted with the problem. Thank you very much for the video. Kika reminded me of a run over teletubby. Lol

[@brianjoyce9742]

Some serious teamwork on display here. Good work

[@joshinnc9882]

You guys get more done in a video than some people do in a year! Another awesome episode, always looking forward to the next!

[@Ammo461]

Bulletproof repair. Great Job. Thanks for showing how to do it.

[@russellegge9006]

Next time you have to bottom paint, screw an old broom handle into the bottom of the roller handle (there are already threads) it really save your back and you end up with much less paint on you.

[@mspickolli2688]

Just started delving into this. Great videos. Dan you are clearly not your average ‘handyman’ 😊 My family are from Plymouth so loving the shots of the Barbican, Tamar, Royal William Yards, the Princess boat yard and much more. 👍

[@casaMariaPT]

You guy's have a commendable work ethic. Kika almost had me convinced that she was some kind of cage fighter with the ninja moves, but then she blew it when she went to pieces when the butterfly crept up and blindsided her. Loved it!...made me laugh out loud...liked and subbed!

[@paulrichmond6903]

Beautiful job on the repair. And Kika is definitely not a slave to fashion.😂😂. Whoever’s captain of that fine vessel has a great first mate! Well done you two.

[@BillB23]

I think this is the 3rd time I've watched this Step. You've heard the expression "marching to the beat of a different drummer?" I think Kika has her own orchestral percussion section, and I mean that in the most positive way possible.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Heart stopping to find that crack and grind out that huge hole right after you just crossed an ocean..... :0 Still better to find it now than later but a mighty close thing.

[@bonniecavanaughsvcontent3565]

Another awesome video guys, I wish I knew as much as Dan does about doing fiberglass work... he makes it look so dam easy... I'm still stuck in Hampton Virginia, still remember meeting you guys , probably one of the highlights of my sailing adventures so far... you guys rock... stay true to yourselves... I hope to one day add a fireplace like yours... i have one but a very small firebox, and the old stainless is slowly falling apart... glad I'm going south instead of north... fair winds my friends...

[@svamour4574]

Question: West Systems instructions lay the glass large to small why did you go small to large? Great show by the way.

[@stevestott3652]

Another boat job done in fun Uma fashion . only you two can make boat work look like a party . ( Looked great when you were done )Your videos are always awesome fun . Keep safe ,laugh a lot , Uma nation rules . Cheers from Steve stott in sutherlin Oregon u.s.a.

[@wizardgmb]

Captain Kika is a pint sized Incredible Hulk seemingly dancing her way through the movie "Fame"! Captain Dan, I have the utmost respect for your skills as a mariner and a boat restorer but I've noticed during projects over the last year or so you seem to be developing a case of "plumbers crack". I enjoy watching both of you and everything UMA. Stay safe and if you have a few spare minutes please share with your followers how COVID-19 is impacting you, we are concerned!

[@sailorsrpblc6625]

I feel for you Kika, I'm sanding my 33-foot boat for 2 weeks now (osmose) and still maybe 2 more weeks to sand. Getting every layer down up to the fibreglass, I cry every evening he, he.

[@ulf6drega]

Total respect to boat owners who can make a giant hole, or 2, and then rebuild the hull!

[@tm502010]

Love the epoxy and fiberglass work. Top notch detail and care!

[@MrCalifornia1234]

A little crazy you crossed the Atlantic with those cracks. 😬 Glad it held together.

[@walterweckers771]

Good Grief! And to realize now that you crossed the Atlantic, unaware of the weakness of your hull! I am so impressed with how you "do everything", but this belated discovery must have make your heart skip a beat.

[@darlajean1045]

Girl friend I felt your pain during this video!!!! During our boat build I was the DA queen lol you are so right about listening to music.......pretty sure I wouldn’t have made it without it. We love watching you guys :) You’re a fantastic team.

[@tomriley5790]

Well done guys! Such a good repair, Kika's energy and eternal optimism is amazing! Great editing too!

[@californiakayaker]

Wow, you did exactly what I was hoping and ended up with a smooth transition, less damage because heaven forbid you get onto something you slip right up and back down. Nice.

[@yachticus]

not sure if this is of interest - but where your sail drive comes out through the hull - (we are similar) we have made a couple of sheers of glass up to a provide a fair hull - we take it over every second slipping to clean out the void