NEW ENGINES ⚠️ Step 2: Install!! (but wait... it doesn't fit...) Ep 281

[@allanfifield8256]

Thanks!

[@SailingZatara]

Hey thanks!!!

[@glennwalker6918]

Have been watching now for months and have been impressed with The Master and Commander, Keith! His knowledge of every aspect of that catamaran is close to unbelievable. It appears that he researches every little detail to understand its function and its relation to what is before it and after it. I am 87 and retired Navy and would be proud to work around and with someone like that. God bless you Keith and your wonderful family. I will be watching for many months and, perhaps, years of your adventures. Fair winds, smooth sailing and following seas......

[@landahoy5217]

👍👍👍❤️

[@seanstout7904]

Sir I have watched this family traverse the globe for years. Their adventures are nothing less than inspiration and their realness is something to takes notes to live by. ✨️❤

[@beverlyscheidt583]

Go back to where they began and watch they are awesome family !!

[@Wv8675]

Master and Commander was a great movie

[@justachipn3039]

🌵🌵💀💀👍👍🌵🌵 Same thoughts !!! Old retired Navy here too.

[@downlow0075]

Keith is literally a master of all trades.😮 He can fix, repair, install, or figure out anything. Nice catch Renee 😉and vice versa. Renee you compliment him in every way. You too are a great catch.

[@robertbroadway9753]

That is EXACTLY why he is a multi, multi millionaire!

[@paulmaguire2737]

Yep a true Yellow Pages at Sea !☎

[@rinkrude1]

Keith made the right catch with Renee...she IS the wind beneath his and the family's wings...final score...a winning team.

[@theforcesofnature3128]

@@rinkrude1wow beautifully said frfr

[@Invertmini1212]

Keith is the man you want on your boat... His knowledge to engines, electrical, repairs etc is remarkable..

[@steveabbott3251]

I'm very impressed how Kate is always willing to help with projects or handling dock lines. She is a good first mate.

[@elsamiboy]

Hey Rene, my name is Sam, male 28. I love how excited you were for your new sink. It’s makes my heart full. I see my mom a lot in you. She passed 2 years ago and just things like this made her so happy. And I was able to do things like how Keith does for you. Anywho just wanted to share with you. Enjoy your kitchen, it came out nice. Great work.

[@reforma720]

Rene, you have this ability to take every video you shoot and turn it into a story. I feel like I've been watching this long soap opera over the years but only better. You even leave us with cliff hangers sometimes so we have to tune in next week. As usual great video!

[@seanstout7904]

I know right!!❤❤

[@Koala63211]

The smile on Renee's face right at the end. One happy lady, she has the kitchen sink she wanted. Yet again Kate has impressed me with her skills and willingness to get in and get the job done.

[@dragnfli520]

I'm always amazed at Keith! He's a"Jack of all trades" & Zatara is so tricked out now! I've grown to love each of you... Blessings to ALL you Whitakers, in each of your new paths❣️ P.S. Renee, Another great episode & your kitchen looks 💯 awesome

[@lemuelcasillas7572]

The upgrades are impressive but I’m in awe of how your “kiddos” pitched in to help. Kate’s dive to help with holding back the water and then helping with the sink 👍🏽. Most kids won’t even lift their fingers.

[@terenceseymour-tf8rptassie725]

they are "Kiddos" but actually the 3 of them are valued crew mates and the smooth running of Zatara is due to good leadership and the entire crew working as a team. Is good that you are working to a time when they leave the boat . Does Kate have plans to leave and go back to shore living for schooling or work?

[@elizabethandrus3848]

Watching your husband work on the boat is like watching a kid with a brand new Lego set to build. He loves it, and you are trying to avoid stepping on all the pieces! I have learned more than I ever thought I would about boats from watching your channel. Love it all!

[@lorigonzales2392]

Miss Renee Mr Keith I LOVE YOUR FAMILY AND HOW EVERYONE JUST JUMPS IN AND HELPS AND ENJOYS IT Kate helping her dad the boys helping dad and just DOING IT its so damn BEAUTIFUL

[@NoCheeseNoMercy]

Huge Kitchen upgrade, it is so much better! I LUV IT! Good job Momma Zatara

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

That sink will make washing dishes a pleasure, LOL.

[@429nix]

Kitchen looks great! Love the sink, looks like a Blanco, I sold those years ago when I worked at plumbing n hardware design. They're great sinks and will hold up well. Happy kitchening Rene!

[@johnbovard8454]

Yet another interesting video reflecting a cross section of the realities of boating maintenance. Not surprised to see Kate providing intelligent assistance to Keith, with her quiet get it done personality. She has the smarts to be a captain someday and will have accumulated a wealth of marine life skills and technical knowledge through active participation. Keith and Renee must be proud.

[@jeffalexander544]

Awesome job on all levels!!

[@keithlenton5313]

You should not worry about the narrowminded people, I’ve been watching your videos for years, I found them very entertaining and look forward to them, your kids are a credit to you, I wish you all the best all of you, from a fan from Queensland Australia.

[@sachamo100]

Renee, great job remodeling the Galley! And, Keith, you did a good job helping!

[@FrehleyBurst9-1878]

You know you're over 50 when installing a new sink and fixtures makes you happy! Awesome new kitchen sink Rene' and Keith!

[@effortlesschoice]

Always fun to see Kate involved. The first Zatara video I watched was because of Kate’s cute smile, before she had here teeth fixed (many years ago). She reminds me of my granddaughter. Cheers 👍

[@paolodi2666]

Just watching all the other videos done by Luke, Jack, Glory, Finn and you guys, I think the best thing you ever did was the Med Crew. They all get on so well and have built friendships for life with your family. Luke and Glory especially seem like they have bonded to you guys. Safe travels wherever the future may take you and blessings to all.

[@sedatedape315]

We won't recognize Zatara when she leaves the dock! All these new additions and upgrades. As a person who loves spending time in the kitchen....I'm in love with the improvements you have made there. I really love the white tile panels you added. Really brightens the place up.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Renee --You might like to have a 'cutting board' made, to drop into that sink, like the dish rack... just in case you need some extra counter space (or to actually cut food), while you're not washing dishes. Keith -- I like all the cameras you added... maybe one or two at the top of the mast? Also, how long before you install a couple of pumps/holding tanks, to drain and fill the oil, at the flip of a switch, LOL?

[@myinfinitestate1586]

G'day Renee, I reckon your excitement and enthusiasm was quite evident, when you finally got your new sink. Nice job with the fitment 👍. Good onya Renee ;) Your expression reminded me quite vividly of me wife's sheer joy, after surprising her with a new sink, faucet, and countertops for our catamaran. In order to continue peace & harmony, while on passage, I must continue to remember: Happy Wife...Happy Life 😁 LOL. The sink is an absolute beaut...Nice choice. Good luck with the rest of your upgrades and maintenance. Take care and many blessings! Cheers from Western Australia 🇦🇺.

[@kathrynhelm4176]

Renee, your sink and faucet are fabulous…I’m envious! With the tile addition it changes the whole galley vibe. Brilliant change. Keith, the Boss, continues to impress with his mechanical abilities. Great fun to watch. 👍❤️

[@sailingsomeday5975]

Great watching Kate help her Dad in the projects - good stuff...

[@papa.mike01]

I think it’s great that you are doing so many “practical “ upgrades. These are things only experienced cruisers would think of. Great video today. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

[@christopherhutchings9621]

After years!!!? Of watching y'all it still fascinates me how ,you Renee capture it all, Keith is a damn wizard 👍🇺🇸❤️

[@COEXIST-ny4db]

My neighbor is a Yacht / High End luxury furniture designer. He always has people sending him things that need fixing from all over the world. I've always been so jelly of the fact that he travels ALL OVER THE WORLD to take measurements and design yacht spaces. He's ALWAYS going somewhere😊😊 You wouldn't believe just how much work he has. Of course he's built up a clientele for over 30 years now. I'd never thought there'd be such a need. But there sure is!!! Thanks so much for sharing your lives with us! I'm living vicariously thru all your videos! LOL!!

[@kathykeene2092]

Love the new sink! It’s perfect! That small, round sink was ridiculous.

[@freebird1ification]

i love how miss kate is not afraid of anything she jumps right in there and helps with anything that needs to be done

[@tuckerllc]

Whatever video equipment you’re using, plus your skills at operating it… is seriously impressive! Looks like a professional Hollywood production.

[@christianestories]

What a treat to have a man in the house who can fix you everything.😅Lucky Renée😊

[@JosephTMeiroseIV]

Every boat needs a "Keith". His skillset is seemingly endless.

[@TwinL222]

I have finally caught up and binge watched all of your videos. Thank you for sharing I have enjoyed watching your family adventures and watching everyone grow. Sad to see the kids leaving but I am sure they will be back with their families soon enough. I am always amazed by everything Keith knows and does. I as a mom and grandma am so impressed with Renee and all she does behind the camera and the scenes with the family. God Bless❤😊

[@barbarafreedman2463]

I am excited for the galley sink install. We are in the process of sprucing up our interior as well. It makes a huge difference!

[@dennishively5994]

The kitchen sink is awesome, those new engines will be a great addition , thanks for sharing video of your boat work

[@philhardy6470]

Keith’s knowledge is amazing, he is an encyclopedia of all moving parts on that Catamaran, it’s excellent to watch him, in his element. Loving these videos, of the new parts being installed. Congratulations Kate, on your Scuba certification, Keith’s & Renee, you have a very clever family, for such a young age. Will this help Kate, when herself & Jack, go on there next question, in the next few months.

[@andrewkast4087]

Great video of the progress! Sorry about the snag in fitting the engines but glad it could be overcome easily. Also glad you are working with such an attentive and accommodating group doing the work. The kitchen remodel looks really great, like that larger sink! Glad the upholstery work went well. It is amazing that after living with things for a period of time you come up with little modifications or changes that make daily life a little easier. The security camera will save a lot of steps in keeping track of all the areas of the boat again making life a little easier too. I hope that the project finishes without anymore glitches and you can be on your way out of any storms ways before the season starts. Looking forward to your next video!

[@Lea-rf5tw]

Love the sink and tap, you can wash your hair in there as well. You are a genius Keith, love watching you doing all jobs on the boat, clever man, well Renee is just amazing and so are your kids, work so well as a team. xxx

[@Emforever123]

Love your content and glad the kitchen turned out great ! Hoping for the best with the engine changes and the ruder fix. I know it's just a glimpse of how things really are but your lovely family like any other trying its best to make wholesome memories together .Thank for allowing us to experience it thru you.

[@CigTopGun38]

Quick tip for bilge pumps. Take a piece of thin sheet metal the size of a yard stick. Bend a right angle on the end. Mount bilge pump onto it. Mount sheet metal to side of bilge. Makes servicing it with engines much easier.

[@dklswh]

The old sea doo boats used those shaft seals, called a carbon seal, they work well.

[@judegambling5482]

Gosh! Sink too big.....engine too big.....Very testing.....Mr Fixit Keith is a God send! Amazing watching the precision of engines in and out....held my breath a few times. Sink looks amazing Renee! ❤ Cameras are great....

[@sailingwiththejamess]

That new sink will be amazing! We have worked on boats with the round ones and they are not the worst worst but that big sink will be so much easier ❤ and looks great to the eyes 😊 looking forward to seeing the new engines get installed

[@goththicus]

Renee. For your sink use mineral oil so that you don’t get water spots. I have a black sink that’s granite and that’s what I use. I put it on about every 2 weeks.

[@lhitchins]

Two months of binge watching to go from episode 1 to present day!!it has been a pleasure to watch your journey in a condensed time line, and as a father of four myself you should be dead proud of the fine young adults your kids have become! They are a real testament to you both Kieth and Renee. Hopefully I will see you all out there on the water!!

[@marilynkozlow8400]

When Keith talks about the mechanics of the boat, all I hear is Charlie Browns teacher. Love your channel ❤️‍🩹

[@geoffthefarmer]

Great video. Looking forward to seeing both engines in.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Y’all been busy, it all looks so good, I’m happy for you !!!! I love love love your new kitchen ❤

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

One valuable thing I learned from my friend that served in Submarines was rubber washers between metal in metal contact for vibration isolation, noise resistance. Is shocking how a few bits of rubber can make such a huge amount of difference with quality of life. For that sink I would find some cutting boards shape and route them out for a perfect fit for more usable counter space and or course for use as cutting and chopping boards. I would also stick a garbage disposal on it too. Grind that food waste up and feed the fishes.

[@vikimoody8783]

Gosh, Keith is a hardddd worker, along with all the kids help and Rene’, too, of course! Nice kitchen! A good sink makes all the difference!

[@CuriousHumbleMarie]

20:09 *LOL Funny 👀 Renae! Keith is acting all cool about the kiddos leaving soon but we all know he’ll be the one blubbering the hardest when they’re gone! 😳😂*

[@kathleenstrong1299]

I love that sink! Beautiful!! I look forward to seeing the complete engines.

[@dougd9944]

Keith in his element! I love it, great job.

[@ruthdavidson-schaller2245]

Love the security cameras everywhere! Great idea for the saloon control panels and in the engine room !!!

[@yvonneculley5626]

Keith is amazing…. I don’t know anybody so knowledgeable with all things… 🎉🎉🎉

[@sadiegaskell]

Come watch us buy a catalina 30 and bring her back to life! Thanks Zatara for giving so much inspiration to strive for this life on the water!

[@DanielSilva-ct1gd]

I've been watching Sailing Zatara since 2016 never missed an episode, each episode I watch I get more and more excited... Learning about new countries, new currencies, and new culturies

[@donnaryan2838]

I love that sink and faucet! What an upgrade.

[@dennisrobinson4588]

What a great job! Love the way the galley looks, and the engine room looks very efficient! I like the additions that you made to the boat, you and Renne should have no issues handling the boat. See you on the water.

[@cyndij.5382]

I love the kitchen now Renee! I put that same peel and stick back splash in my camper, and I have the very same faucet, but now I want your sink!

[@callydeare6878]

Yay for the upgrades and the kitchen looks great!!

[@kenhill9721]

Those engines look awesome, sure hope there's enough clearance for the oil pan to not hit the bottom of the boat when they take 2.5 inch off those engine stringers. I had to change oil pan on my new engine to get that clearance on my old commercial fishing boat years ago. Love your channel seen every episode.

[@NiclasLinden]

The boat is getting so nice! And I love the new things in the kitchen!

[@JackShults]

I just love it when you guys do projects on your boat to make it better so keep up the good work. Have a good day.😊

[@robertjohnson4784]

Renee I am so happy for you and your new kitchen and new sink LOL you know what they say if Mama's not happy nobody's happy

[@pamheller5526]

Love the kitchen! What a difference. So interesting to see all the improvements Keith comes up with. Thanks for sharing. PS: we are all going to miss the kids.

[@McQuokka]

Tip: cut a 45-60deg chamfer the front and back edge of your cushion track ends so you don’t catch toes on them. It hurts like a bugger and also makes sliding them in and out easier.

[@dennisgoettel3704]

Thank you so much for letting us into your home! I’ll never work on a boat but I can’t stop watching!! Keith, you are a master at explaining things clearly. Renee, your filing and editing skills are amazing. What audio tech do you use? It sounds like we’re in the same room as you. I can’t explain it but it’s awesome. Keep it going. Best of luck to you and your fam!

[@stephenmorgan3036]

The ole boat is looking very nice. Camera's were a good idea. Peace of mind and all that jazz. Bet you'll be glad when it's all over and you can straighten everything up the way you like it.

[@hankheyns2448]

Awesome upgrades...for the two of you! The kids our confident to live life on their own, well done to both of you, enjoy the next chapter

[@sherryacox65]

Love your new sink!!! Great watching all the updates to the boat!

[@Free-j3t]

This bloke is a legend. Highly intelligent, capable, can make money, stoic, does a great job, raised smart, talented kids, humble and not a show pony like a lot of other men in their sailing channels.

[@kylemannion8452]

Love this!!! Also this is how I learned everything about everything from working side by side with my Dad.

[@stephengreen2898]

Really good video that shows the camera & editing skills of Renee to show Keith’s incredible work! Thank you Zatara TEAM & Just Cat’s, Vetus, & THOSE CAMERAS & Lights down below

[@Niagra2011]

Keith is Amazing! He is a man with all the plans, and follows through with them all. His ideas are obviously well thought out. Having many hours at sea gives him plenty of thinking and planning time. When he finally does retire from Sailing, he would be Great at helping people to making their sailing experiences better. Zatara Style! Congratulations Kate & McKenzie on your Scuba Certs! Well done young Ladies.

[@MrJ-og2hk]

Yanmar engines are reliable, we used them at farms they last forever.... love you all from saudi arabia

[@throttlepinnedatvsxs]

I look forward to every Thursday!Thank you!

[@judycook1918]

Congrats on the new sink. I had one like that in my last house and loved it.

[@silvastories]

Keith, I don’t own a boat but maybe one day when I’m ready. But I learned so much fixer uppers on boats from you my friend than any other channel. Thanks so much.

[@mikefox1332]

I have been following y'all for a long time, from the start I believe. Never disappointed.😘

[@paulsteventon8315]

26 minutes flew by like 5. Great content. Thanks xxx

[@allenclark1914]

All I can really say is the video was awesome!! Thank you and keep bringing us along on your next phase of sailing and life.

[@KaleidoscopeMagic]

Very nice boat upgrades/repairs! So glad Rene got her rectangular sink! She earned it after cooking sooo many meals!

[@merryfergie]

Renee, I like the editing on the kitchen sink install.

[@karaleeann1211]

Great sink Rene! Expert install Keith! Great upgrade! Love the backsplash too! 😊❤👍🤙

[@quikkyle601]

I have that same faucet in my van. Just a heads up the main vertical tube likes to split/crack if you’re in freezing temps. You probably won’t be but keep that in mind. Great upgrades!

[@acp1866]

Keith, you constantly amaze me. Enjoy your videos, keep up the great content Rene.

[@sebrofseven]

An absolute marathon of projects. Your kitchen looks amazing btw.

[@sherriclearlake1611]

Nice to see all the upgrades to enable you two to sail when the kids are away.

[@smelkin]

Howdy, just an fyi, they make these straps specifically for under the sink. We found that with a giant turkey and full of water, our home sink was flexing too much. So if you fill that mini me tub full of water and notice any movement at all, you might want to further support it with the strapping (because that's a big sink to not have something across the middle to help support it.

[@highvibe4839]

Your galley looks great Rene, the Granite look sink with tap looks sharp with your new tile splash backs.. now you need some Matching sailing Z tea towels… 💭 great team effort as per normal!

[@MM-HTX]

Love watching these refits and upgrades !! I replaced a Westerbeke Diesel on our Morgan 51 with a Yanmar, I wish I knew about those shaft logs you used! Awesome stuff! Ft. Lauderdale is the best place to find great marine services for sure ! Thanks, Keith, for the Mechanical Tips !

[@DontTouchArtStudios]

Love it Renee. Keep up the work and get some rest Keith. Ive been going through a tough "what to do in life" scenario so the videos are great to look forward to. Keep filming and keep inspiring 🙌🏽

[@aidaovasapyan9951]

Empress how Keith is master for everything,he has so Mach patience and knowledge fixing everything, and ,also Rene she is like a professional news reporter ,and journalist ,and expert operator and editor,

[@lotusdolphin]

Renee, your kitchen turned out fabulous! And with all of Keith’s cameras, everywhere that’s gonna be so handy. Great Vlog. And fabulous editing. Thank you so much. Love to you all from California and LIZ.💜🥰😎💕⛵️🇺🇸

[@gordonagent7037]

Keith, you are a very Able Seaman sir, your skill base, eye for detail, level of involvement and practical knowledge befit what I consider necessary to take on the adventures you do. I always love seeing Kate, she’s really blossoming into a lovely, polite young person and I adore seeing her interaction with Keith. It’s bittersweet to see the kids leaving the nest but it’s also great that Mum and Dad acknowledge things will be a bit different in the boat handling department now and have taken the appropriate action to update. Awesome video, great content

[@FrantzHuby]

Nice desirable update, technically helpfull for those who have to upgrade their cats too! Thanks

[@sharimahigab1292]

Yeah!! Time for a break!! My Thursday fix after dropping kids at school

[@ejs6010]

Rene, you did a fantastic time measuring the sink. Also, it is nice to see you (Rene) in the videos. Hope the engines end up fitting to the T.

[@DavidSmith-ew6ih]

Happy wife = Happy life. And the kitchen she wants is key to ensuring the equation stays balanced. Now Keith just needs his engines, and all will be well.