Can we SAVE our ENGINE? - Sailing Yabá #16

[@SailingYaba]

FAQ 1) What kind of wood was the boat originally made of? The hull was made of Jack Tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus), the deck out of Jataipeba (Dialium guianense) and the structure out of Sucupira (Pterodon emarginatus) and Vinhático (Plathymenia reticulata). 2) What kind of wood are we using for the new pieces? The wood we are using is Garapeira (Apuleia leiocarpa). 3) What are we going to do to avoid the worms to eat our keel again? First of all, we would like to clarify that what happened to the old keel was a combo of: neglected maintenance + boat stuck at the same place without moving for too long + tropical waters (worms’ favorite environment). As we are planning on moving and maintaining the boat yearly, the worms shouldn’t be able to feast on our hull like this again. Besides that, we will treat and protect our wood against the worms, for sure. For now, we’ve been applying a protective thin coat of an anti-corrosion primer, to start protecting the wood from sun, rain and basically anything in general. As it’s very thin and gets absorbed very well by the wood, it also works as a treatment against cracks by simply nourishing the wood. We still didn’t define 100% what will be done afterwards, so we will share this information later on. But we believe we will be using epoxy, tar and anti-fouling in layers to protect the hull, which is the most common technique here for wooden fishing boats + a worm shoe 4) When was Yabá built? And Where? Yabá was built in 2006/2007 in Bahia, Brazil. 5) What are the threads and nuts we are using made of? And why not bronze? The threads and nuts are all stainless steel. We are not using bronze because unfortunately this option exceeded too much our budget. 6) What's the engine model/brand? Our engine is a Mercedes Benz OM 352 A, widely used for trucks, buses and fishing boats here in Brazil so spare parts are found everywhere very easily. It is 210HP turbo diesel. Thank you so much for your kind messages and for showing so much interest in our project!! We will keep documenting everything to share as much as we can of this journey with you!!

[@rolfdc2934]

How many chances do we get to see engine work on a big wooden boat like yours? the engine from Odd was a lot smaller and easier. Apart from cleaning and servicing the engine, you now learn all ins and outs of it, and that is an advantage for the future. keep up the good work, from what I can see, you are making good progress.

[@ImnotChuck.]

6) Does "Yabá" have an English meaning?

[@ramseybarber8312]

@@ImnotChuck. Hi Yaba is a Thai. word meaning Crazy Medicine

[@ImnotChuck.]

@@ramseybarber8312 I read that meaning in the urban dictionary, but I thought it would have a different meaning...something more appropriate for a sailboat.

[@orlandomartinez8060]

@@ImnotChuck. Iabá, Yabá ou Iyabá significa Mãe Rainha em iorubá. É o termo dado aos orixás femininos Yemanjá e Oxum.Iemanjá é a rainha do mar e das águas. Também é chamada de “Afrodite brasileira”: a grande Deusa afrobrasileira “facilitadora” dos amores. Por isso, é muito solicitada em casos de desafetos, paixões conflituosas, desejos de vinganças. Tudo pode ser conseguido se Iemanjá abençoar! Iemanjá exerce fascínio, pois traz o esteriótipo da beleza feminina: longos cabelos negros, feições delicadas, corpo escultural e muito vaidosa.

[@stanmccowen6698]

I’m not going to lie, I thought this boat was 40 or 50 years old, not 14 years old. What optimistic people you are to take on this project. With your optimism and the help you’re able to throw at its problems I’m hoping you end up with the boat you dreamed of!!

[@cuthbertmilligen]

This is just absolutely fascinating, seeing how skilled mechanical engineers can decompose, only using angle grinders and hammers, a rusted to bits ancient engine into its constituent parts, without plans or notes, and will rebuild it again into a working, fully functioning mechanical powerhouse. Wow!

[@citizen127at]

You are all beautiful people that brighten my dark little corner of the world a thousand fold. Thank you ❤

[@orhantufenk]

Gerçekten başarılı mücadelenizi taktirle takip ediyorum saygılarımla.

[@clebersantos603]

Boy and girl, I really admire your disposition. You have no idea how nervous I was to see you dismantle this hold and engine. A thousand apologies but it looks like a cat litter box because the more it moves, the more it stinks. I love you my heroes and I am curious to know the end of this challenge.

[@Kamikaziidare]

Hi Ben and MP, I've been watching you two youngsters from the beginning, doing something I dreamt about for many years and never did. I'm wishing you the very best of success with your mission. As an ex-OHS/SHERQ compliance officer and auditor, there is one thing that I am rather concerned about on the boat. The wiring seems to be a wild mess. I suggest you trace all the wiring, draw up a schematic diagram for yourself and future owners and most importantly to get either an auto-electrician, boat-electrician (don't know if they actually exist) or house wiring electrician to make up either harnesses like one gets in motor vehicles or to re-wire everything in conduit pipes to organize and neaten everything up. My concern with loose wiring and a boat/yacht moving in the ocean is short circuits that can lead to an onboard fire and we would hate for that to happen after sooooo much effort and hard work.

[@jgriff3218]

Ya MP is back in the videos. The mechanical stuff is the heart of the vessel. Could watch all day long.

[@TerjeNormann]

Hi MP & Ben! I become more and more happy about to see your progress. I admit I was more sceptical in the beginning, and afraid of this was going to be bigger then you could handle, and you was not clear about how big this was going to be. I'm sooo happy to see this huge progress, and what the ship yard is doing for you. And I'm so glad to see you involves yourselfe into the work. It makes you learn a lot and it makes you understand your boat so much better. And it is sooo important for you to take part of the engine work, so you get known to what everything on the engine is and how it works. If you then get engine trouble at sea, you will maybe be able to understand what is the problem and fix it by yourselfe out there. Make sure to ask many questions to the mecanics about what is the moust common failures happening and how to troubleshoot them. Keep on going. I envy you this boat and the journeys that is ahead of you. Regards from Norway.

[@harolddomangue9206]

Ben for better results if I was you have the engine pulled out of the boat and have it fully serviced including painted this will give you more room to clean the engine bay and redo the wiring and batteries plus relocating all the electrical components. When the engine comes back fully rebuilt or refreshed you will have all of the other stuff done because you have more room to fix it the right way.

[@dirtknocker2587]

I think they have to take it apart to get it out? Unless I misunderstood?

[@harolddomangue9206]

@@dirtknocker2587 I know this some parts need removed first then remove the engine for servicing

[@schuttrostig5729]

I think it would be easiest to drop the engine out... no boat below it at the moment anyway

[@gg9960]

i think they are intimidated....really not too hard build a quick a frame and get the chain pulleys....its wood...so if the have to cut floor so be it.....that rust bucket needs a complete rebuild...sleeves and all

[@richardnwilson]

@@gg9960 if they can tackle a job this immense I don't think the motor will intimidate them in the slightest!

[@mrfarmer532]

I love your videos and look forward to seeing them each week. MP makes a great tigress 🐅 and you two make every episode fun. Thank you for sharing your rebuild of Yaba ! She is lucky to have such caring new owners ❤️

[@SailingYaba]

Hey Don! Thank you so much for your kind message!! We really appreciate it! 🐯🧡

[@tejolisboa]

Cleaning the engine room will allow a much better maintenance in the future. You are doing all the right things!

[@bramgroenewoud3541]

Enjoying your video’s and enjoying You as lovely people It feels goooooood to Watch You Thank s and go on Thank You

[@kranzonguam]

Great to see MP getting into the engine work!! You guys were looking a bit stressed last week. Glad to see that you seem happier this time! Keep having fun with the rebuild!!😊

[@hanshogqvist7927]

Take the cylinder head of now that you have so many parts of already. With the cykinder head of you can check the condition of the engine and decide if it need to come out for a rebore and new pistons. You can also get the valves grinded so that is known to be in order. I admire your willngness to put a lot of sweat and elbow grease into Yaba! Keep going and you will get there!

[@BoatingJourney]

So much work, but you'll get there! We're all learning so much from your journey! Keep up the great work.

[@bonnydooner4458]

A compression test as mentioned is a good place to start, that would eliminate rebuilding the short block if it's good. Those engines are strong, maybe rebuild the head, injectors valve grind etc.. Engine belts, pully's, hoses and even the engine wiring is basic but should be cleaned up just so you get to know everything, and you'll have the comfort knowing it was done right and done by you. This will make for easier fix's in the future because you'll get familiar with the engine and it's components. Then in the end you can stow some common spare parts and all those junk yard patches & repairs your finding won't be an issue for you in the future. I've been a mechanic for over 45 years; take a lot of pictures of what your working in detail before you demo it.

[@nickbild3538]

I’m so surprised this boat is only 15 years old! It’s hard to believe that it has fallen into such disrepair in that short amount of time. Luckily her new owners will be much better about taking good care of her. Just take it one step at a time and never lose sight of your dream! You will succeed. ⛵️

[@jeremykamel9655]

Looks like it’s 50 years old.

[@alang5032]

My first view of the boat conjured images of the African Queen! :)

[@dodgeguyz]

@@jeremykamel9655 Yes at first I was guessing 35 hard years. Then find out it’s only 15 years old! Holy shit!

[@jeremykamel9655]

@@dodgeguyz real hard!!! I’m a 20 year journeyman diesel mechanic. I’ve put a comment on the main thread advising a refit with a new diesel. It’ll be more expensive but cheaper at the same time. Then there is the reliability factor. That engine is a wreck!

[@yabojabo8578]

The leaky decks and houses let in a lot of fresh water. That's why she's so rotten. That and no maintenance.

[@Morrisfactor]

It's rather shocking to see the condition of this vessel which is only 14 years old! The previous owners certainly ignored proper maintenance. Because of that, I expect they did not take good care of the diesel - might be the best time to rebuild/replace. You will want to have confidence in the main engine!. I'm glad you are giving this boat a new life! :)

[@62-62]

Just as a helpful reminder: take pictures of each part before you remove it will help weeks after you get new parts. Also as you remove each part number it to corespondent with a bag of bolts, washers, lock washers and nuts. Put the same number on a tag with the number to help go back. This helps Incase someone that helped or even yourself go back together with the new or old parts. Put the bag with each part and use a wire, string or Zip Ties to attach it to the correct part. Called: Bag and Tag. Great show and you two are totally awesome and amazing!

[@stevefazzio]

I say the same thing as the others. Pull the engine while you have the opportunity. Your lives may depend on having a reliable engine someday. Thanks for sharing your refit with us. Best of luck to you both.

[@kennethd.cooper5252]

Lot's of maintenance. Get some WD-40 or some other lubrication to spray on those bolts and let them set for a bit should help breaking them free. In the US we call the tool a rachet. And Ben get a strong magnetic extend wand so if you drop you can pick it up, saves a few steps. That pulley mp called a cookie looks a little like the harmonic balancer that goes on the end of the crankshaft. Great job. Already looking forward to next week. Be safe stay healthy.

[@russellmcvey390]

My goodness, I admire your tenacity in driving this refurbishment. 😯

[@jbcallender]

I am enjoying your journey and your travails, but I can't even wrap my brain around how much you will have spent! I think that more of Yaba will be new than will be original!

[@immortallu5590]

That engine plumbing and wiring is the stuff of my nightmares. Good luck!

[@patrickgilhooly8340]

Wonderful GOOD people still save old wooden boats !!! I was told by my marine muse that it’s not done so much because it takes ALL your $$$ and most of your soul. Please stay strong and stay at it, Yaba’ is worthy. Stay safe, via con Dios. Patricio G. En Tehas

[@warrenpeterson6065]

Great episode! I laughed when Ben, near the beginning, said "We're going to lock up and go home for the night" ... lock up??? ... you have no hull ... lol.

[@robertcochran7103]

What a great video! I am so impressed that you are also servicing the engine and getting to know its different parts. I can see you are assessing what needs to be done to save the engine -- and it certainly does need saving. Exposing what is basically a truck engine to marine conditions will certainly take a toll on the engine, and this video shows that the engine has had a tough life so far. Ben and MP, I think you will be able to make the engine feel a lot better!

[@cambec]

Lots of good and wise advice on additional engine maintenance in the posts. The wiring rats-nest around the engine looks like a fire-trap in the making. When you do put it all back together, please please please do all that you can to secure, encase, protect the wiring.

[@chrisscott1958]

I am so impressed with your work and the progress you are making. I am in Antigua putting my 1974-42 Camper Nicholson in order to sail and rebuilding the engine. The magnitude of your refit is astounding and you are lucky you have those woodworkers. I have had the pleasure of watching a master wood boat builder here when he was fixing two wooden boats. The pace they work at is amazing and your guys are equally amazing. The heat exchangers on your engine look a little dubious and are very expensive. You may lean on your good fortune that gave you a welding shop close as well, they may be able to make you new ones out of stainless at a price that is economical. Thanks for the great videos.

[@Ron-zr6se]

As many have said, your best bet is to pull the engine and get it totally serviced. Then while the engine is out you need to completely rewire the engine room properly, it is a rats nest. Place your wiring in conduits and label all wires. A properly laid out engine room will not only provide greater access to engine but much safer to. You will be glad you did.

[@sailorman8590]

Take this time to do a compression test, clean injectors, and service the turbo and all coolers. I would also service the starter and replace all hoses. You only have 1 engine and having that engine be reliable is super important!

[@robertcochran7103]

I certainly agree this needs to be done.

[@simonscoggins1154]

I wonder if it would have been better with another boat - it would be interesting to see a high level view of the costs associated with the purchase and subsequent rebuild. Fun watching.

[@donalley5025]

Keep going on the engine! Perfect time for cylinder work. Rebuild the head. Replace the Main bearings. Replace the cylinder rings.

[@Jamesl1945]

Replace the engine!

[@southerneruk]

I like that calling the heat exchanger "this is the marine bit" the bit where the fresh water and salt water go's,

[@ussweeneyd]

Helpful tip; get a strong magnet and tie a length of string to it. Saves a lot of fetching dropped tools and fittings 😂

[@alang5032]

What if you drop it into the drink......

[@Baddco]

Very very strong magnet

[@srcastic8764]

@@alang5032 that’s part of what the string is for. Tie the end of the string off somewhere so it never gets away.

[@michaelzemap]

Just tie the tool to some string so you don't drop it esp if people work underneath the boat.

[@GodRock369]

Wow MP, you are strong. Those were beefy batteries and handled them like a power lifter.... WAY TO GO. Loving your refurbishing journey. BeBless Guys

[@normanmcgill6917]

You sure don't seem to mind opening up a can of worms but that's what you're into with the engine and the electrical system. I hope you have some very experienced people to help you put it all back together again. Your lives could depend on that. I would also like to mention how beautiful the Yaba is. Her lines are so graceful and the carpentry work is excellant. Love all the woodwork around the cabin. I'm with Ben when it comes to old cars and boats and just about anything else that's old. I'll have to follow these videos and see how you do. Good luck!.

[@kraftwerkkurierehamburg8359]

All the flying wires !😄

[@wysiwyg2006]

I'm half Dutch half English too I need a woman like MP here in the UK, shes s treasure

[@janotenev9845]

Sooo nice seeing adorable MP having different faces, then just the static smile. i loved when Ben made a joke and MP stick one´s tongue out at him. MP is becoming more natural in front of the cam. ... #ilike ... i really enjoy your vlogs and i am not missing a single one!

[@B0M0A0K]

This was a really interesting episode. It's great to see how willing MP is to just roll her sleeves up and get involved. Ben, however, not so much. Have you folks never heard of engine degreaser?

[@PetervanderPalm]

Erg leuk om jullie te volgen, het is een prachtig schip. Jaren geleden heb ik veel op houten schepen gevaren in Indonesië. Tijdens ruwe zee voelde ik mij altijd erg veilig omdat hout niet kan zinken. Het is wel erg belangrijk om zelf te leren hoe je motor in elkaar zit. Het is een simpele techniek. Bestel van alle belangrijke onderdelen minimaal 1 extra. Veel succes.

[@robertcole9391]

Something to do while waiting on parts, refurbishing and paint try and clean up all the wiring. Most of it needs replacing. Create a wiring diagram and make it all linear and secure. It will help in the future when you run across electrical issues. My sympathies with the 8D batteries. Those things will blow a disk. I know. But straightening out the wiring and getting it to look clean and organized will be a blessing. Label it all.. sit down.. design a 3D drawing or something. And keep it on the vessel for future references. I'd hate to see all your hard work go up in flames from the rats' nest of wires in there. Thanks for the upload.

[@srcastic8764]

Since they’re spending a ton of money anyway, I’d go with lithium batteries for electrical storage and get rid of those old batteries. They should also swap all the lights to LED while they’re replacing the wiring.

[@_Briegel]

I can only agree. Above all, I would tear out all the cables on the ship and replace them with new ones. All the cables looked like "patched up bit by bit" to me. That can cause several problems. - Patched cables with ambiguous coloring of the individual cables (danger of confusion). - wrong, too small cross sections for the required power (what I have seen so far much too small cross sections for the equipment) - and of course a completely new cabling also brings the clarity you mentioned and the necessary knowledge about where, what and why was laid. Because of the batteries. LiFePo would be nice, but are extremely expensive and for the money you can install several times the number of normal, low-maintenance batteries and get the same ampere yield together as with LiFePo batteries (actually even more). Weight plays in the boat size yes not such a big reason LiFePo to take! The conversion of all lighting to LED is definitely a good suggestion, but still has time until the actual work inside the ship begins.

[@larrywood1773]

To not be terrified by that electrical mess and talk about paint etc is beyond shortsighted. You will regret every shortcut you take.

[@alandownes7852]

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[@leewilliams5247]

You guys are doing great. Keep up the good work.

[@richardmorton1310]

A pretty face never hurts but you have to make sure the internals are up to the task. Given the overall condition of the boat, you can assume proper maintenance was in short supply. The no air filter is a big concern and turbo health (you did say it had turbo) and assessment should be done. Internal inspection of the engine, compression check, leak down test among others would be a good idea. Oh and a proper air filter too.

[@PhilipStubbs]

Another great video. You are getting a good balance of detail without going too deep into the weeds! Looking forward to seeing that engine run again.

[@luisgutierrez-ze1zi]

Felicitaciones por su perseverancia es un trabajo muy tedioso reparar tantas cosas...pero al final del camino todo saldrá bn...saludos..

[@NonSleeper_Occasional_Thinker]

Love your tiger and you both, find reasons to smile and hug each other daily, the end may be a way off but it is approaching and your home will be so much better for it Hugs from Canada

[@alanlsavoy]

MP has a great sense of humor even in the midst of all the hard work. She's an inspiration.

[@SailingYaba]

Thank you so much for the kind words, Alan! 🥰

[@geoffpearce3953]

I'm loving your channel guys! I just found your channel yesterday and on a bit of a binge. I've watched a lot of boat builds/remodeling this is by far the most interesting due to the old timie wooden construction aspect. Every other channel I watched to date is looking to loose a few kgs to lighten the load. There's none of that happening here. Yaba's such a hulk of a ship. Looks like so much fun.

[@bearhunt3781]

I feel tired and dirty just watching this. So impressed with your perseverance. I want this whole thing to work out for you, but I admit that I still have trouble understanding the end-game. Wishing you all the best!

[@richardp969]

Stay strong, one thing at a time. Do not get discouraged. This is how things get fixed, tear down fix and build up. I am so proud of you both.

[@SkypowerwithKarl]

Places to inspect or replace: heat exchanger, exhaust manifold, turbo, thermostat, valve cover gasket and inspect lash, water pump circulation, water pump raw, injection pump, injectors, replace the oil cooler, new bearings and brushes in alternators, change oils and check screen in transmission. Engine oil and filter. Hope you don’t find too much wrong👍

[@minibusadventures5483]

Great video again this week, loving the progress your making, as slow as it looks, its all leading to a higher goal. Keep up the good work guys ....

[@fonhollohan2908]

Hey Ben here's a tip for you. Use penetrating oil to help loosen rusted bolts. If that don't work, use heat like a mini torch or oxygen acetylene torch's and do not burn yourself. lol

[@jackpatteeuw9244]

It is a very good idea that the two of you get involved with the engine tear down. At least you will know the proper names of the parts as they go back together. One skill you need to learn is how to make gaskets.

[@Zetsucat]

Being Dutch I never heard of that Dutch rakkenjack thing XD. I always call them a ratelmoersleutel in Dutch ( ratelsleutel or ratel in short). (Moersleutel is a wrench (or more literal a nut key) and ratel is a ratchet). Heat (induction heater might be safer than a torch on a wooden boat), and some penetrating oil are your friends with rusty bolts.

[@Jubbe1940]

Same here, rakkenjack is certainly not a Dutch word,

[@JanJochems]

Rakkenjak is a flemish word. Where I live it's commonly used.

[@MargaretLeber]

You can learn a lot about marine diesel engines on the Dangar Marine channel, although his boat Renko has a GM Detroit Diesel engine...you also see him work with a friend who has a Halvorsen 36 with twin Vetus diesels. Bums on a Boat has a small Volvo Penta... and Thomas, skipper , designer and builder of the Ciganka walked them through a tear-down and reassembly... all worth watching if you do engine work.

[@Colin-Fenix]

A tip from experience, once you remove a part, put the screws back in their holes and the puzzle is less difficult.

[@ratj4715]

Keep the the good work going and just keep learning as you go. Everyone had to learn from someone or reading or KZbin. You guys keep it real. That the part I like the most.

[@elmerburley7710]

Great job guys stay the course and God bless this will be epic job can't wait to see the final results 😀

[@Mark-sp6vq]

Love your vids!! My Sundays always start in a great way. Thanks for getting me through this cold miserable winter in Chicago. Just a tip-- be super careful of the wrap on the exhaust piping. It may contain asbestos, gloves only and wear a respirator when handling!! Be safe

[@extremelydave]

I still think you two need to see a doctor, but I will keep watching to see how this ends up. You have so much to do you make Duca and Roberta look like beginners. Wow.

[@trueegg2466]

I thought the boat would fall apart when the keel was being replaced Amazing best of luck

[@tomasbengtsson9124]

I love how You allways end Your videos on the beach to show what Your goal is with Yaba!! The ocean is waiting for You!!!!!!

[@charlesclark7225]

Wow! You guys are taking on a mega project ! Good luck to all of you working so hard On what appears to be your dream! I hope it comes true for both of you!

[@pap91rt50]

What a massive undertaking!!

[@brucephelps6245]

Mp your a strong girl!😊 great going both of you.!!

[@dbp33]

Im a marine mechanic. Those old ford/otosan/mermaid whatever version you have are indestructible, Iv seen one that was under water for significant time run for years after. If it runs, then its fine. They just dont run if they need overhauled. If oil pressure is ok and no smoke then leave it be!! Id say dont take it out, that would be a total waste of time, it will run forever and use very little fuel while doing so!! Removing it is totally unessecary at this stage. I have seen much worse engine rooms than that!! Heat exchangers are a common failure point giving head gasket symptoms (water cooling tank as you call it) The exhaust ports look fine and no oil there so I'd say leave it where it is!! The rust on the block is absolutely nothing to worry about.

[@Leosarebetter]

100% agree

[@MrToyorick]

Finally some one now the stuff 👌👍 i’m using volvo penta and it’s the same it works forever 😎 change oil and filters and clean

[@ddevil4980]

Just a helpful tip. When you're disassemble an engine, when you take off the bolts or nuts you put them in separate bags with labels of what they go to on the bag. Makes reassembly much easier.

[@schuttrostig5729]

They best just put all the bolts in the trash.... and by the looks of hotfixes on the boat can not be sure that any of the bolt is actually the one it should be. So better try get a service manual to find out which bolt should be where instead of reusing the existing ones...

[@davehigginson5976]

Agreed. The big pile of mixed nuts and bolts will be a nightmare to figure out. Will probably lead to having to get a replacement engine or scrubbing the project altogether.

[@ddevil4980]

@@schuttrostig5729 I would be more worried about being able to get the proper bolts where they are. But if they can replace them then they most definitely should.

[@woodyackerman1906]

Probably needs an engine rebuild. Safety and reliability critical for a blue water powered sailboat... Great video series to see a true life rebuild! Stay strong guys, you are doing awesome....

[@androidku9518]

Some suggestions for you guys while at the boatyard. 1) Understand the next door neighbour is dealing with welding etc. Why not fabricate a small simple crane at either port side or starboard side for lifting provision / spares etc. It can either be portable where you can shift to either side of the boat or permanently fix. Either manually operated or powered with small motor. Simple design of mast with blocks. There are tonnes of DIY design available in the Internet. You will definitely appreciate it when you guys start your cruising and have lotsa things to bring up the boat. 2) Rewire the boat. Label the wiring to make your life easier when troubleshooting / tracing the wires for repair etc Maybe the wiring onboard have been there since the time boat was built. 3) Re-do or re-map your NMEA network. This will be handy when you need to add new equipment with NMEA functions. 4) Take out the anchor chain and sandblast if necessary. Measure and mark the chain for easy anchoring operation. Change the front end of the anchor chain to the end part of the chain. Rotate the chain end point. 5) Add permanent lighting in the engine room and wherever cabin / store in the boat. Hope the above suggestions / idea will be useful to you guys and your boat.

[@androidku9518]

Just realised others commented about the boat wiring too. To add to the suggestion list. Onboard ship we have a portable lifting gear to lift up item or even for evacuating injured person from cargo hold or enclosed space. www.safetyliftingear.com/products/tripod-and-20mtr-winch-for-rescue-and-confined-space-work/gftm9w-rup502 Get the next door shop to fabricate similar product which can be assembled and disassembled easily. You can use such item for removing things like the batteries you guys taking out from the engine room. Also have portable trolley to move heavy items around the boat.

[@johnhaywood6358]

I would paint the engine white. I always found it easier to spot leaks. 😊❤️

[@ottovali5901]

one of the best suggestions so far

[@martinsykes5722]

Well done love the tear down and explanations and project so far, to the people saying remove the engine, that would mean cutting through the roof and through the cockpit above, I'm sure they are doing the best job they can in place.

[@olofsvard8222]

I think it's a bit funny when the intro is just over and MP says wish us luck, then Ben´s comes hmm ... right after, a bit like he does not think it will go well. "I love your videos by the way." =) Lovely boat.

[@neilwoodward7336]

I notice that too. Every week! And Ben continues to be absolutely clueless. I suppose it's the advantage of a University education & rich parents. 😫

[@kraftwerkkurierehamburg8359]

Seaworthiness at its best !

[@paulb5907]

22.50 double vee belt pulley has a chunk broken off it closest to the engine block , this will chew up your new belts when you fit them , either replace the pulley or repair the missing chunk by welding , or brazing depending on pulley material , worth doing and cheap too

[@christernylin7646]

Impressive job you do with your boat. I really look forward to following you on your channel. I also wish you good luck with your renovation work.

[@TheAnselmo64]

Ótimo vídeo! E, o interessante, é que vamos aprendendo sobre todo o conjunto do Yabá! Tudo de bom SEMPRE!

[@jeremykamel9655]

I’m a 20 year journeyman diesel mechanic. I’ve given much advice to Odd Life, Sailing Into Freedom, Trying Not to Sink, and others. I recommend a refit with a modern engine. It’s expensive but it’s worth it. It’ll be smaller, get better fuel efficiency, have more power, and be more reliable. Peter from Travels with Geordie only has about 12k followers. He did a go fund me campaign and in just a few days raised more then enough for his new engine with new gearbox.

[@samaipata4756]

So far I personally failed to identify it as an MB but some one claimed it is if that’s true it seems to me you never worked on a MB Diesel. I would always rather rebuild even an 80 year old Mercedes Diesel over putting in a brand spanking new Yanmar, Caterpillar or you name it, if it comes to reliability. Mercedes Benz has invented the Diesel engine and no other manufacturer came ever close to their quality and reliability, my young friend! This MB most likely was built by MB Brasil, and might not quite meet the German quality standards, but it will still exceed the quality of anything else and you can fix it by using more expensive German parts, if you like to do so.

[@jeremykamel9655]

@@samaipata4756 I understand why you’d say that. If it wasn’t in a boat I’d agree. But also consider the availability of parts worldwide on a Brazilian made MD. Then consider the availability of things like heat exchanger cores and heat exchanger housing parts worldwide for a Brazilian built MB with a marine conversion from a company that appears to be out of business. I couldn’t find anything online referencing that manufacturer of that marine conversion heat exchanger. Maybe it’s available other places 🤷‍♂️ but I wouldn’t count on it. I certainly wouldn’t stake my life on the reliability of that engine. And I do know full well that what the inside of the engine looks like can sometimes be completely different from what the outside looks like. But consider how old this boat is. They say 2006-2007. If the boats condition is an indicator of the level of maintenance that was done then I’d say the engine is in the same condition as the keel. You notice the JB weld repairs? Nobody does that and leaves it for any amount of time on multiple heat exchangers and leave it for any amount of time. Unless they want to chance having trouble while at sea. It’s obviously been like that for a long time. I’ve worked on many Yanmar engines. They are reliable and I’d not hesitate to trust one with my life. Cheers, Jeremy

[@brianrepp6283]

Now would be a great time to install LED lighting strips all along the engine room ceiling. If you installed them along all of the joists, you could almost eliminate all shadow in the engine room, making it a great environment to work in, and still draw less power than the one light bulb. You could also install a pressure switch, so when you open the access hatch, the LED's automatically come on.

[@MrELOIGOMES]

Os vídeos de vocês são os mais aguardados por mim durante toda semana entre todos os canais que eu sigo. Estou muito orgulhoso do trabalho que vocês estão tendo para trazer esse gigante de volta aos mares. Não desistam. Abraços & Beijos.

[@markbouchard525]

Excited to watch all the progress ! Great journey you’ll be able to look back on with pride !!!!

[@mejeanlouis72]

Please do a pressure test on the cylinders and from there decide if you need a complete overhaul or not .Please get new alternators and rebuild the old ones and keep it as spares do the same with the starter.

[@runristaren2]

Its a blessing to have the tec-compartment separated from the engine room. This is going to give you soo much knowlege and confidence to live onboard. Well done and keep up the great work ✊

[@johnhoag2171]

I really like the way you present the progress on the boat. Good Job guys!

[@keoneporter]

You guys might want to put a lifting system above the that floor door so you can put down or lift the batteries out or any heavy thing in and out of the engine room.

[@paulb5907]

fully charge the batteries and top up the de ionised water in them , carry out a load test on each battery in turn , its like a battery health check , each one should if charged be able to carry its full load for at least 1 minute at least three times if it fails its weak and will play up in the long run

[@tejolisboa]

Great answers for the FAQ’s

[@steveknight1177]

😍😍😍👍👍 from Australia. With the smiles and giggles during this hardest bit, imagine the sailing and adventures at the end. Much luv to you both, your both very brave.

[@charleswagner5266]

When disassemble item off your engine or anything else place those screws or bolts in a zip lock bag an label bag accordingly. This will make reassemble of all parts/assembles easier.

[@davidolson7575]

I’m very glad to see that you’re going to completely redo the engine room. Have you considered removing the engine entirely and taking it to a diesel specialist who can fix it up so that it is exactly correct then put it back in after you finish cleaning up the engine room?

[@shaunglendinning]

Thanks for sharing! Best of luck with the engine.

[@GoofieNewfie69]

for the amount of work you have to do in rebuilding your boat, pull all the wiring out. Move electrical into upper galley(use lower galley instead) You can have a bar sinik outside.

[@tedspeed3338]

Thanks for the video, looking forward for the journey.

[@captaintoyota3171]

Check thst heat exchanger on the engine where raw water comes into and cools the engine coolant. Main place for corrosion. Prolly needs a raw water filter as well. Keep going guys nothing in life is easy but its worth it

[@KingWhiskers1]

At 20:18 that pipe you were removing, I hope it was not covered in asbestos tape. It certainly looked something like that.

[@stillwaiting435]

Thank you for posting. Always excited to see your progress.

[@terrytonkin2682]

Thank you guys for another interesting video regards from the uk .

[@eleanorchapple8772]

I know zip about engines but was phenomenal. That’s a big engines and you seem to understand all the bits and pieces. What a challenging puzzle!

[@Jamesl1945]

The problem is they do not understand the engine!