TOOL BOX TOUR: Must-Have Tools for Boat Repairs, Maintenance, Upgrades

[@MrJudgementday99]

I would also have a cordless angle grinder just in case your mast comes down with a boat your size you need to grind those stays of. People think that a hacksaw will do, next time you change your stages just see how long cutting the wire takes, then transpose that to very windy wavy situation, then go and buy an angle grinder and always have it to hand

[@andre1987eph]

And charged battery

[@jaimieeckert]

Renee, you're getting pretty snazzy with your video editing skills. It gets more professional all the time! Great job!

[@jaimieeckert]

@@maxwhitlock1558 I don't know what you mean by your comment, but mine was meant as a compliment. :) I'll assume that was your intention, as well.

[@yeah4me2]

Why do I find this so interesting?-I don't even sail, and yet I'm glued to the screen...lol...

[@barryfoil3875]

Great job Keith! Please continue Keith’s Tool Time Updates! Please continue these. Great resource and learning tool for all of us trying to make our dreams happen out there on the water.

[@Niagra2011]

As I watched you go through all your tools, I was going to suggest my most prized tool in my collection. My Fein Multimaster with all the attachments including tight space sanding pads, cutters, etc. then I seen you have a multimaster type tool. That tool is the first tool I pull out on most projects because it eliminates a lot of other tools in the collection or makes the job easier, or less mess as it cuts with vibration as opposed to a spinning blade. Love it! Keith, really enjoy your channel. Thank you for taking me along on all your journeys. It was my dream to do what you’re doing after retirement and the BIG C came for a visit. Was given 60 days to live in 2016! The treatment almost killed me but I am still here! Unfortunately, the collateral damage made the dream disappear but thanks to you and a few other channels, I get to live through your videos and for that, I thank you Sir! Keep living my dreams and I will keep watching. May God Bless You and your Wonderful Family! Thanks for all you and your family do to make your channel so enjoyable to watch. It keeps me smiling!

[@mellikatt]

The wife and I traveled in a motor home for 2 years, and I was always asking people what tools they thought were must haves. We are curious about getting into sailing, and here is the best "must-have tools" video I have ever seen. Thanks for this!!!

[@terrylarkin690]

Your my kind handy man I sold Snap On for 5yrs and 20yrs with Mac Tools and I like you have every tool you will every need and going out on the water you need it.

[@susangraham7011]

You do such a very good job with your boat. Getting around everywhere it’s amazing , and you children they really help out which will teach them hard work pays off !

[@DustToGloryPW]

That’s a good tool assortment, I’ve remodeled almost my whole kitchen with a Makita Multitool. They are sooo handy! Enjoyed the video y’all stay safe. Also I was an electrician for 5 years and the Flukes are the best hands down! It’s a must have. See ya next time✌🏼

[@timholder6461]

Love you Keith and your family, God Bless and Protect your family and friends.

[@GizStudPrez]

Glad you are sticking to your channels priorities.

[@moore4807]

From a landlubber and non mechanic, Keith taught me two things. First, I wouldn't be very handy on board a boat unless you need computer parts put together. And secondly, I always thought putting holes in boats is a bad idea, but nearly every tool Keith showed us was for putting holes in boats!

[@Bill23799]

You have a great tool kit there. One thing you are missing is a product that Danger Stu uses in Australia. It is an aerosol engine starting spray called " Star Ya Bastard " made by the Nulon company. They also make a Spray Lubricant to break old rusted screws and bolts called " Shift Ya Bastard ". My favorite is a tool you need to celebrate after the job for opening Long Necked Beer Bottles called " Open Ya Bastard ".

[@stko6615]

Why did I read that in my mind in an Australian accent? Lol

[@DustToGloryPW]

😂I hope those are real

[@island7458]

BIGfan of Stu!!

[@Bill23799]

@@island7458 Have you heard any details about how Stu got injured yesterday? I heard about it in a live chat room. There was nothing about it yet in KZbin but I did find a pic of him on Instagram in a hospital bed with both hands bandaged up. He said he broke both his hands in an accident. I hope he heals soon and has not had any serious nerve damage.

[@Bill23799]

@@DustToGloryPW Haha they are real mate. www.nulon.com.au/products/aerosols/start-ya-bastard-instant-engine-starter Only in Australia could you find a Product Line with this name haha.

[@airplanetalk]

Very interesting and good info. When I get my next boat, I’ll watch this episode again. Thanks Keith aka tool time Tim!

[@dkgoff]

The moral of the story is Renee used this video "idea" to get Keith to clean up and organize his tools. :)

[@SailingZatara]

Exactly!! 😉

[@danielwardin1203]

Brava

[@danielwardin1203]

Let me amend that. Bravissima senza eccecione. As with many tools, I think Renee's choice of subject matter was multi-purpose.

[@jamescampbell9533]

Keith just thinks he’s the Captain.

[@farzana6676]

@@SailingZatara Why did you delete the Defending America video under pressure from liberals? That's a real shame. Expected more backbone from a conservative family.

[@docholladay7638]

Don't have a boat and probably never will. I'm here to listen to what Keith has to say. He's really holding it down for us middle aged guys. Grown man gets shit done... respect

[@soggybottom3463]

Yes.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

I've got all the tools, screws, bolts, spares etc.... now I just need a boat 🤭

[@josephaguilar9105]

Thank you! Definitely the best "must-have tools" video on KZbin.

[@JohnHernandez-tr2qw]

This was a great episode.... Filled with great information. One of my favorite saying is "If you have one Ome you have none." So to have extra anything is great. Safe travels and smooth sailing 🙏

[@stinkintoad]

Finally a sailor with a proper Fluke meter instead of a autozone 20 dollar special.

[@DustToGloryPW]

I love my Fluke meter, definitely the best hands down. I used mine at a fiberglass plant for 2 years and had it in some nasty stuff and it’s still working perfect 4 years later.

[@Bill23799]

I beg your pardon.....I have one of those $6.99 Harbor Freight Multimeters I actually got for free with a coupon. Those $20.00 Autozone Multimeters are for rich people.

[@DustToGloryPW]

Bill23799 😂hey whatever works!

[@flygringo]

@@Bill23799 I currently live by the ocean with a large selection of Harbor Freight tools. Unfortunately they are not proving to be able to withstand the elements. They are going to have to go to the trash bin when I buy my sailboat.

[@Bill23799]

@@flygringo If I could afford to buy a sailboat I am sure I also would buy high quality tools. However I am currently physically handicapped with severe osteoarthritis, Type II Diabetes and Atrial Fibrillation of my heart. I live on an SSI income of $783.00 a month. So when it comes to buying things I live in the world of crap. I currently have 8 unopened Harbor Freight Multi-Meters . They regularly put out coupons to get certain items FREE. I have a Harbor Freight Angle Grinder i bought 6 years ago for $12.00 with a discount coupon. It is still running great. If you like to buy top end things and you can afford them that is great. Some Harbor freight tools like my Power Screwdriver were so cheap i figure even if it breaks in a few years I am still ahead by just replacing it with another crap tool haha.

[@fayeverasvlogs]

i love sailing zatara! im from philippines. always love to watch your videos. stay safe guys

[@ianmclelland1503]

Keith, how large is/was your directional drill? looks massive! how big did you go? (pipe wise that is)?

[@cliffstarks9579]

That was a very informative and enjoyable video Keith. Thanks for sharing. I’ve been around underground construction equipment all my life and plus one of my hobbies is wood working. So needless to say I am a “tool head”. My wife and friends calls my garage the “little Lowes”, but I like you, I have tools I might use one time a year and others I use almost everyday. Again, very enjoyable show!

[@evgenytilezhinsky2016]

You are just like my father

[@alteredstate5111]

Sorry to mention the elephant in the room but was it removed or did you remove it?

[@incognito6337]

White Boy they aren’t

[@alteredstate5111]

White Boy Chris Crocker it was a Simple question he upset a lot of people, I was hoping for some sort of explanation in this video if they address it they might claw back some respect, I don’t want or need to get him cancelled unfortunately he has proven to be capable of destroying all their hard work

[@alteredstate5111]

Max Whitlock did she comment about it

[@toddwhite3217]

@@maxwhitlock1558 post your source

[@toddwhite3217]

I'll bet youtube censored it, cause it expressed a opposing view

[@rabukan5842]

Very informative video in more ways than one.

[@danielwardin1203]

Rabukan 58. In which one must read between the lines..

[@peter2611]

Spot on! Only thing I would have liked to see in addition is safety protection because it is so easy to put on and so many don't understand how simple and cheap it is. Good eye-, breathing (the rubber one with dual filters)-, ear- and hands protection.

[@jerrycooke6511]

Great vid...I generally carry more...but I learned a bit...soft shackles notably. Thanks.

[@markheatherly2915]

The multi tool comes from the coroner it was standard issue bone saw from way back.

[@nigelmorgan3449]

Thank you I look forward to seeing your next video

[@jcbaily5559]

I wish I had half the knowledge you have on repairing things, thanks!!!!

[@DustToGloryPW]

You can learn almost anything from the internet and youtube. The hardest part is getting the right tools but once you get a little collection going you’d be surprised what you can do on your own!

[@TheColson1221]

As a Marine Diesel Technician for over 10 years I'm impressed with your tool kit you have onboard. A couple of things that come to mind that you didn't mention was a couple of different size pipe wrenches, a large assortment of hose clamps, pipe dope, and you didn't mention box wrenches? Also look into bahco 8in adjustable alligator wrench. The funny looking end works great for getting off rounded bolts and small pipe. I carry one in my back pocket everyday and have fixed more boats with that one tool than I could count

[@randyloosemore4978]

wow keith i really liked your video and i really love watching your channel and your sailboat zatara i learn alot and your whole family are very fun and you all make me smile so thankyou very very much for everything you guys do from your new friend Randy from ontario.canada.awesome"

[@sailinginourfifties7036]

Thanks for your work! Enjoying your channel 😊

[@finshadforth7493]

finally, I have been waiting for another Upgrade. Thanks

[@rosstumangeloallauigan3255]

Atlast I finished all the episodes, you all keep me bc aside from doing stuff during the pandemic and I thank you for sharing your experiences on your adventure. “Some might be a storm to you but most is always like the bahama, calm and beuatiful. Dont let those hater let you down, your doing good, keep it up for us who love what you are doing and living the dream(also for us) Love from the Philippines. PS. Cant wait for your next adventure on the sea...

[@GaryMCurran]

Cool stuff, Keith. Takes a lot to keep a sailboat running and I wonder how many people actually think about this stuff when they start out.

[@captainmike808]

Thank you Kieth, always looking for ideas for adding to my tool set.

[@joshuamccarthy3493]

I just love Keath I use to fly planes, I’m in Western Australia work up in Karratha as a fitter welder so I get him I’m thinking of living on yacht so love you guys

[@stephanieellis5399]

I found this entire video really interesting. Keith, I'm curious why you prefer the soft shackle? Is it esthetics? Is it that you avoid corrosion that would happen on metal? Is it that you have fun making them (your version of "crafting" :D)? Is it the ease with which you can replace them, and make them exactly to size, when they wear out and there's no need to order the part and all the hassle that goes with that? One, all, or none of the above?

[@bengtkorswing5279]

I am a tool collector so it is really great to see this and see what are the most needed. I really need to cut down on my "kit". God bless.

[@aldunbar8015]

Thanks Keith, very informative. I now have a much better idea of what to get for my boat.... when I buy it!😎

[@timmc.9478]

Wow great video! With your tools could your use and small vise table. When I working as a tool and die maker I acquire a lot of tools, I see myself using them around my house a lot. Since I like tools and I like working around my house inside and outside I also bought more tools for gardening to repairing things around my house. Being the neighbor that I am, if I see one needs or ask me to borrow my tools I let them. That's how my neighbor nickname me the Toolman LOL.

[@nickshannon1806]

What I look forward from the tube on Thursday. Love the videos keep up the great work and living your best life guys

[@pepperjake44]

Another great video. With the exception of a table saw, band saw, and mitre saw, Keith displayed all the tools I have in my basement. Renee did a great job with the camera angles. You guys get better with each episode.

[@guyd3504]

Great video and very informative. I run past hardware stores due to tool addiction but as you indicated “better to have and not need it, Than to need it and not have it”. Well that’s my excuse..Always look forward to your videos. Stay safe!

[@sprendergast351]

The greatest tool ever invented, The Multi Tool. They can make an amaturer look very professional. Good video Keith, Thank you Steve.

[@LocalVideoAdvantage]

awesome video. Pretty complete tool kit

[@cakes_alot5782]

That was amazingly informative . Thank you .

[@christopherberthelet3977]

How much extra tool maintenance is required at sea vs on land due to salt corrosion?

[@toddwhite3217]

Keith please comment on the RANT video,, did you take it down or was it censored???

[@briang2566]

Oh please...they took it down due to the overwhelming dislikes and loss of subscribers. Plus it’s probably not making them too popular in New Zealand...

[@garytaylor7611]

Yep his true colours. Hypocritical of him taking it down. Same as trump his views change with the wind

[@Will-ol9lp]

Loved the tool time bro. Should do more

[@theshadowsovereign8914]

After owning a project car for the past 6 years I have gotten into the habit of always carrying my tools in my car. All the way from jack stands to a socket set, to my tool pouch and then carrying extra parts like sensors, gaskets, an extra alternator, tire patch kits, etc. No matter how good of a mechanic you are things always happen on the road, or in your case, the sea. It's always good to be prepared for any circumstance that may arise, and myself already having anxiety it gives me the piece of mind knowing that I can fix most problems while on the road without having to be home or at a service shop. It also helps when you're your own mechanic. :) It always helps having a mulitmeter on board, and it also helps knowing how to use one without having to google anything. I started using Fluke Multimeter's while I was a Telecomm Lineman in the Canadian Forces and will always use Fluke and 3M Products. Great and reliable. Hydraulic crimpers... spoiled. lol You use a lot of the tools I used doing work in the forces. Ah, the Klein fish tape. Klein was another heavily use product in the forces. We used the fish tape for all of our cat5 in structured building communications on bases, it's cat6 now but same principle. And cable ties(zip ties) are everyone's best friend for tidiness. Your'e right, it isn't rocket science, which is why I am always wondering why people need to call any of the trades, like a plumber, electrician, HVAC, framer, drywaller, painter, mechanic, etc. to do basic construction and service around the house. Being self-sufficient and being able to do everything yourself (I'm a Plumber by trade now) is a huge time and money saver. And at the end of the day, you know it was done right because you did it YOURSELF. And Fluke Mulitmeter's are NOT cheap btw, so the usage of relatively cheap is just that... relative.

[@ProjectsinLessTime]

Thanks for this!! Also good for your home kits as well.

[@kimnadon146]

Nice job Keith! One thing that people should keep in mind when getting a clamp on amp meter, is to make sure it also does DC! It’s a great tool for finding things that are draining down your batteries or charging inputs!👌

[@hillking11]

Same Fluke I have ;-) Thats 88V automotive meter. It does more than most people know or use it for. Lifetime warranty! A video tutorial from fluke on the 88v is available out there. Keith it also comes with a coil clamp on pick up acc. I didn't see in yours. I like having the screw on type back probes for checking harnesses when needed. Good choice though big guy!

[@mikeferguson2828]

Hey Keith almost a replica as on my boat. Yup the multi tool is great but fiberglass eats the blades real quick. The Dremel has saved my bacon at night when my steering chain snapped and I could but out the broken link and join it together again. I also have both but am disappointed with the battery one. It’s underpowered unless you are working with plastic etc. sometimes I think I carry tooo much in terms of tools but when you need them even once in some remote place it makes it all worth it !

[@jimanderson2518]

Great info Keith Can you expand on the inventory on bolts nuts screw washers/ lok . Ive been trying to fiqure out Teflon is a great goto Thanks

[@MIDTOWNE1]

He has so many must have tools he might as well just have a must have rope strong enough to pull a must have boat that's exactly like the first boat. Only difference is you built if from scratch with all your must have tools. You know just in case. Great show

[@acrophobic6911]

BUT... does your socket set still have the 10mm??

[@PaulBartomioli]

So, did Mac come through? Snap-On has an amazing set as well

[@jordanhumphreys901]

I love watching your videos!! Keep up the good work guys!

[@donnakawana]

As handy as a pocket on a shirt !!! Damn that struck me funny as sneakin farts in a crowd an watching ppl walk thru the cloud! I enjoyed the Tool time show for real... Cleaned for him in real life.. whole thing made my day!!! Thanks!

[@bareend1494]

From the department of redundancy department! Obviously a man with an aviation background. Love it! Love your videos!

[@williamdykes2750]

as a newly assigned lieutenant to my first Marine Corps attack squadron I was the SLJO (sh%%y little jobs officer). as such, one of my jobs was the Reports Control Officer. I had to write a monthly report on all the reports we had to write each month. kind of the same analogy as the department of redundancy department.

[@jeffkidwell5804]

Where's the duct tape and baling wire? Every Texan knows that's all you need to fix anything. Thanks for the video it gave me lots to think about for when I am able to move onto my own boat.

[@wishusknight3009]

Duct tape and binder twine. Gotta have it!

[@Bill23799]

I grew up a City Boy. We did not know what Bailing wire was. When my muffler dropped because of a broken bracket I used a wire coat hanger to make a temp hanger to keep it off the ground.

[@wishusknight3009]

@@Bill23799 I did that with my old ford truck while on the road with my sons. Forgot about it until I went to replace the muffler a few years later lol.

[@JP-mu3xl]

You need the marine version of bailin wire, so, SS wire & duct tape is water proof, so,there you have it!

[@everythingexplained]

Great tour Keith! Having a Fluke or equal is important, but having at least two multimeters available is important when one of them fails. Your tools seems to be immaculate condition considering the environment, I'll guess you apply generous amounts of WD-40 on them?

[@airborneimagery9620]

I love waking up to your videos!!! Keep it up

[@HARRRYVID]

If you motor for example used high or low tensile steel bolts to fit say cast iron manifolds wouldnt it be better to use these instead of stainless?

[@JerryWhatshisface]

Great video Keith. You made excellent choices in tools for the most part. Just wondering, if you're the guy everyone else comes to, to borrow tools or in need of help with quick repairs. I'm betting you just might be that "neighbor". LOL. Thanks for sharing this weeks video with us. Stay safe Z-Crew.

[@Emil-nk8fg]

Watching you repair everything from soup to nuts on your boat, I wondered what tools you had on hand. Having the right tool for the job makes all the difference in the world. Though your video looks like a lot of tools, in my opinion you presented a pretty lean list of must have tools. Thanks.

[@dwinsemius]

I was about to put a link for an oscillating tool when he got around to it at @15:20 "Handy as a pocket on a shirt."

[@kevincarey1076]

Thanks Keith for the "Tool Kit" must haves, will be a big help when I get my boat (when the wife says its ok anyways LOL) Fair winds and following seas Zatara!

[@simonkingsamurai]

Hi ,keith papa .... Did you plan to sail to Malaysia ?

[@terrylarkin690]

Were you ever in St Augustine Florida? I serviced St Augustine Marine and every once in awhile I would sell to boat owners who were coming through there.

[@charlesspidel3411]

Way to go Keith, informative and practical, nice...

[@johnpaul8885]

Cool I’m glad you guys keep the show going .Need to have a jam session with your boys

[@edrosenberger6947]

Another absolutely outstanding video....this one on "the best must-have tools" to have on a sailboat! Thank you Keith!

[@scubamarilu]

Very useful tools for a house too!

[@curtishupfer6390]

Keith, have you ever shopped Defender Industries in Waterford, Ct? I worked there a couple of years ago, you might should check their website and request a free catalog.

[@spacepants3]

Hello Z crew, I love the show. I have a question for you. When you're sailing through stormy weather, I imagine lightening being a concern considering your mast is the tallest object for many miles. What safety systems do you have on the boat to handle lightening, also what safety precautions do you as a family take when you're sailing through storms?

[@robertisley798]

Good tips on tool kit for boats. better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it. Of course with reasonable limits....don't need 5 needle nose pliers... Power tools should be common battery...either Ryobi, or Dewalt or other. Don't forget a good bolt cutter in case you need to cut away rigging in case of de-masting. A good electrical kit, and know how to use basic DVM skills are essential... Thanks for addressing this topic Keith.

[@dawson1220]

Great episode

[@tracksidebc5854]

Excellent video. Well done.

[@RGS61]

Love the channel and loved the “tool essentials” walk-through! .. FYI, the “awl” on your pocket knife is actually called a “marlin spike” .. the original tool sailors carried for rope splicing and fancy knot-work ..

[@rustymozzy]

Great video! It's always important to carry a variety of tools even if you're not handy yourself. People often say they don't need tools if they don't know what to use them for. If you're a long way from help, it's amazing the skills ppl can learn when you talk them thru it over the phone or email, as long as they've got the tools with them. Also, if someone comes to help, if you've got the tools they might be able to get you going again. Knowledge is learnt, but you need tools to implement it...

[@sprendergast351]

Hello Keith, I forgot to ask do you have a small air compressor for use in blowing out dirt and lines etc? regards Steve.

[@oreospeedwaggindoesamerica6078]

I wish I could like this video a million times! I’m looking to buy a boat and travel and being a rookie I’m going to save this video in my favorite. Thank you!!

[@joshuamccarthy3493]

The old trade u said love it teaching your kids fantastic

[@UserConn]

Ideal wire strippers and Kline lineman’s pliers.... The best electrical tools period.... Made right here in Mansfield Tx...

[@AlexGARCIA-ro4vr]

Love you guys, where are you going to go next??

[@jshrawder49]

Great selection of tools and I agree with your choices.

[@rorkesparks2598]

Why didn't you get a cordless multi tool???

[@scottnofriends9152]

nice tool setup!

[@mailo1125]

Now that you guys have the extra room, have you guys thought on converting it into a utility room?

[@soggybottom3463]

Great job Skipper Keith +100

[@1MillionMileRoadTrip]

Great video, great family

[@Miller6616]

"This is my Metric socket set" "It has a half-inch drive, it has a quarter-inch drive set" lol

[@_J.M.S_]

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[@Emil-nk8fg]

I have the same thing, metric sockets for 1/2”, 3/8” and 1/4” inch drive tools.

[@malin01s47]

thats standard, including three/eights-inch drive

[@Miller6616]

@@_J.M.S_ I couldn't find a video explaining humour, sorry :)

[@bongoslide]

the whole 9 yards? lol

[@zapper4321]

I appreciate the care you take with your tools.

[@jmwarden1]

It sad to see most tools on a boat look like they have never seen any kind of rust prevention

[@dennisdrexler5020]

Did I hear right, that you said you worked on helicopters? what kind and what did you do on them? How did you get into that?

[@robertrubano]

The electrical engineer in me is dying.. I know, not your strong suit Keith but it's a MULTI meter :-) A volt meter is a specialty item. I carry a fluke as well and they're absolutely the best! Love ya man! LOL

[@SVFresh2Salty]

Keith. Do you think coating your tools in machine oil or wd40 regularly would slow down or prevent rust ? I’m in the middle of putting my tool kit together and your video confirmed my own thoughts on what I needed.