SSL548 ~ Trying to solve our BIGGEST problem...

[@BillB23]

I like the way Maddie is so hands on with everything on the boat. Brava!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, she likes to be involved in everything!

[@larry1392]

Your throttle reversal had me cracking up laughing. 20 years ago, i had an adjustable variable pitch prop on my sailboat. One winter, I took all the blades off to do a great job polishing them at a machine shop. Anyway, I followed the manual and reinstalled the blades. Unfortunately, when the boat was put in the water, you can guess. Putting the boat in gear, it went opposite. We had to do a short haul to change the blades.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Oops..! Lol

[@gkeyman565]

Gotta do things in order, or you end up backing up to straighten it out. Complicated projects are always fun!!! But then you already know all that !, we have watched you figure all kinds of projects out start to finish, well as finished as it get's ... Have a great day

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks mate!

[@noreenswartz4163]

It was so very nice to watch this video you and Maddie work so well together bravo wishing you both blue skies and fair winds

[@dougnicoll]

Beautiful Sophisticated Lady tattoo on Maddy's ankle. Oh, and thank you for your DIY content, Rick. Always appreciated

[@AustinBoil]

New upgrade packages look absolutely killer. Will be awesome to have for the big crossings coming up. No matter how well the plans are, it's always a last minute scramble isn't it.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, can't wait to test it all out on the open water!

[@kevbjork1]

Looks like a Perkins 4-236? I have two in my trawler. Excellent engines. I have Velvet drives as transmissions, not quite as pleased with them but serviceable for now. I do prefer separate shift and throttle levers but looks like it would be a pain to change on your boat, Maddy gets the decorating award though. What color co-ordination! Bravo!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

If you're talking about the turquoise trim and paint.. that would the Capitan's choice.. but Maddy gets special mention for everything else.. ;)

[@dennisreeves632]

You look like you are getting excited to hit the road. I'm looking forward to it big time.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

You bet!

[@sarahpeck9398]

Hooray one step closer!!

[@eleanor4482]

Ahoy Captain. We missed your updates. Happy you made it safely but your work is far from over. Thanks for checking in.😎

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Eleanor!

[@timkelley8775]

Good to see you Capt Rick. Looking forward to your passage video to Panama.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

You and me both!

[@brianrousseau661]

Thank you for the lessens and a great video missed you guys.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Brian!

[@paulmaskill3138]

wow so busy, looking forward to the next chapter fair winds to my favourite couple.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks Paul!

[@donnakawana]

Yayy was waiting ..... So happy to see you guys getting it all in order to sail. Excited to see you button up the last boat jobs an pull up the hook an go!! Excited for the journey!! ✌🏻💗😊❣️

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Almost ready!

[@cntryboy1776]

Excellent way to end a Monday! Thanks Rick!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jemtuck1]

Good day Rick, having just redone exactly what you did here on throttle etc you did a great job. Two hammers to loosen spline joints is the way to go and anti seize before you tighten the splines. Happy sailing

[@benwilliams174]

Hi Maddy how is your ankle doing hope it gets better ok praying for you my friend ❤ 🙏 💗 💕

[@maddalenaalessio8053]

All the day my ankle feel better!!😃thanks so much for ask me 🥰

[@Brand0n2]

I was starting to go through SSL withdrawals. Welcome back!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@audreyseddon9749]

That shifter handle definitely looks like it's seen a lot of work and corrosion. Good thing you're doing a bunch of replacements. I've been really impressed with the people and services that you've had available on this island.

[@angusmcdonald7944]

Amazing finding the trademans & the cables etc to do this big projects.

[@wayneanderson1641]

I changed mine over to hydraulic controls, what a great Improvement they are hydraulic mostly used on motor yachts. My high-dollar helper hook two hydraulic lines backwards his last words were you just have to remember when you push it forward it backs up. You're fired

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Now that's funny! Lol

[@GS-kx1ys]

aHHHH! Island tyme.....will getcha evah tyme mon! Looks like the Captain has been busy! Getting there folks. Great job!!

[@LAP1050]

Capt. Rick, about the shift handle’s Phillips head mounting screw. Maybe consider making that a stainless bolt with lock-washer. Watching how much movement it requires, forward, backwards, in-out, a bolt would be more secure, and as you know, a the slots on Phillips head can round-out and it’s a P-I-T-A. Just my 10¢s

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, likely a good idea!

[@bobfmirvine6652]

To unstick the throttle controller you need two hammers. Hold the bigger hammer against the controller at the 9:00 O’clock position and tap the controller at the 3:00 O’clock position. The reason this works is because the blow and the diagonally opposite reaction tend to ovalize the stuck controller and when you do this around the circumference it works!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

as long as it comes off is all that matters to me! Lol

[@tonyrhoton6613]

Tks 4 the vid.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

You're welcome, and thanks for first comment!

[@richardgooding498]

Looking good. Navigation station is going to look fantastic from what you showed.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@chrisphinney6430]

Hello from wisconsin. Cheers

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Hi Chris!

[@trekOCLVone]

Intense more than most. Good going on the warp speed installs.

[@stevenplancich6449]

Geez Louise! It always something to Futz things up☹️ But adjusting seems to be a hallmark of Captain Rick👍 Stay Safe & Enjoy when ya Can😎

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks 👍

[@jimmarshall5453]

Safe and enjoyable sailing Rick, Maddie and Tiki!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@seansouth1556]

New video yay 😄

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Finally! right? Lol

[@robertfitzpatrick7966]

Hi Rick, welcome back, but i know you have been busy. The very last screww that holds the Prop selector in position, its a set bolt with phillips head? Right. next time you have a screwdriver in your hands, remove that bolt and apply some grease on the thread, then replace please. its the fist thing thats going to rust within a month.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, likely a good idea!

[@sergeroodbeen8582]

Seems you guys have been busy with deadlines, weather, test sailing and getting ready to go the Panama. As the weeks go by the video output seems to be delayed due to your busy schedule. Thanks for this video, hoping to catch next video soon, stay save🙏👍

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, we will try and catch up, but we definitely have our hands full!

[@RagazzoMafioso]

Captain: A techtip from my day of motorcycles repair :-) Take the cables from the jacket first and GREASE the heck of them. It would never weld themselves again.

[@christopherpeterson1400]

That new throttle shift cable doesn't look very scookum.. I would not trust that plastic on a ocean vessel, but that's me..

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

the cables, or the handle? the cables are all stainless, no worries there.. the handle just wasn't tight enough, all fixed now!

[@samculp6452]

Hello SSL ✌️ I've been patiently waiting for updates.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

We'll start to catch up now.. we've had our plates full! :)

[@samculp6452]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady , Yes. We know and understand the prep and upgrading is a big deal. It's coming along beautiously.👍 Be well and continue with the progression.

[@j.walker3498]

Capt'n next time you get a set of screwdriver's get the ones with anvil's on the butt's. helps with corroded screws. if screwdriver has square shank or a hexxed portion can use a wrench to apply torque as Maddie taps the anvil. Working mans impact driver. p.s. vaseline or other types of grease work as an anti-seize in a pinch/budget.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

yes, need to get some anti-seize on that screw for future!

[@billkrause4585]

Hello again from us guys in Pennsylvania.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers!

[@kevio6868]

Thanks Rick

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

You're welcome!

[@rambob5939]

Good job.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@patrolrider]

Just an observation every screw and spline that goes in should have anti seize on it .

[@jamesdruckemiller3117]

Sure getting exciting!!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Enjoy!

[@richb313]

Glad to see you posting again. Any current estimates on departure? BTW I agree there is still something not right about the new throttle assembly but nothing worth delaying departure.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

departure coming soon we think!

[@DavidA877]

We done Captain and crew more critical projects completed- Regards

[@RS-co1ln]

Are you going to be able to turn the wheel while the throttle is in reverse? It looks like it will hit.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

usually a thrust of reverse is only necessary to stop the boat, at normal throttle you can turn the wheel no problem

[@olavthyvold2288]

Yeah, I wouldn't want that.. :(

[@billhanna8838]

It annoys me the loose play in the new throttle assemblies Dont seem right , Looking good , On the clears i use a light car polish with a very light abrasive in it - Sun protection to .

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

we got the throttle fixed, it just wasn't on tight enough.. :)

[@outlawjjsmith]

I hope you make it before the Storms arrive, we are going to have a very active season.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, I believe you are correct!

[@jimgagne4484]

i'm right behind Jeff

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers Jim!

[@svlonestar7645]

Omg nice.. material and tools,,

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers!

[@svlonestar7645]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady Cheers Captain.

[@johnmcdevitt3683]

I see work is still a four letter word. Even on your own boat!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

always! Lol

[@clownworld-honk410]

Haven't watched this channel for a while... Rick looking sharper with the haircut. Got a bit of a Kevin Costner vibe going on... Mr Waterworld ! 🤓

[@hooper4581]

Safety first !

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

always!

[@edcrego396]

I apologize it's obvious I use the wrong choice of words boy alot of nerve racking work wish you luck

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

bad shape? it's just a couple old parts, replace with new and she's good as new.. all boats need ongoing maintenance, nothing lasts forever! :)

[@sailingsomeday5975]

Hi from Nigeria SSL crew

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers mate!

[@hanssolo4ever]

A small gear puller might work on getting the shifter handle off

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

hopefully we never have to deal with it again!

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Just buy looking can't say l am a fan of that loose fitting hand throttle lever....But hay what do l know but it is what it is lol Thanks Cap...!

[@jhaedtler]

Phillips Screw driver is Milk of magnesia and Vodka, Any good bar tender knows this! Stay safe you kids!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

getting drunk to kill the heartburn? Lol

[@edshelden7590]

Why is the shifter handle so loose? It look like something waiting to break.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Just wasn't tight enough, on final install it was fine

[@edshelden7590]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady OK!. I had visions of your sail boat losing shift control in the Panama Cannel. Then blocking the cannel like the Ever Given :') Have a good voyage.

[@sri160]

Hi RIck & Maddie good job guys xxx

[@jamesbillington5058]

I can "barely" change a lightbulb. I do not think I would be a good boat owner:)

[@finpainter1]

Are the navigating compasses off a little now due to magnetic pole shifts?

[@kevio6868]

interesting question

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

as long as they don't steer us North when we're trying to go SW! :)

[@smulismuli7976]

They are and in the days when only compasses and paper charts were used you had to calculate the deviation between magnetic north and true north. Depending of boat and how close the compass was of things like engine or other sources of interference had to be taken into account too. Today with gps, plotters and multiple systems running it’s “less of an issue” or better said most people don’t pay as much attention to it. It also depends where in the world are you

[@jimmarshall5453]

That will change the second sat nav goes down for any reason.

[@rogerkerkmann]

Looks like tiki could be getting a bath 🤔😱👍

[@speedtrapp219d2]

Needed this today shitty day been so long since ya all posted hope all is well

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Glad we could help!

[@TheBeatlemanic]

Handle a little corroded I see. Just love projects, don't you? Hate to see you leave that place, you guys have made alot of friends and a beautiful anchorage. Will you return there someday?

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

never know, but right now we are focused on getting sailing again! :)

[@jimmerriman6920]

"Turn it all on, and watch it work... F_ ck ya" Too funny!

[@stormtrooper11empire85]

Awesome!!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@MagellanXX]

There you are again, "Kapitän". Started missing you already.... 😉

[@apom316]

_Awesome Episode Capitan Rick!_

[@10lauset]

Cheers.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers!

[@cometjockeydave4041]

It looks like you're using WD-40 for a penetrating oil. Have you by any chance ever tried PB Blaster?

[@FrankConforti]

8:32 is that a Sailing Sophisticated Lady tat? Maddie has truly melded into this adventure.

[@jimmarshall5453]

They should offer temp tats in their merch.

[@barrywiddowson7987]

Nothing is ever simple !!!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

never! Lol

[@RagazzoMafioso]

Captain, now, you either put it on reverse, or drive. The shifter is interfering with the helm.

[@MagneticElectricPower]

How are things down in Panama.......waking up and seeing a different view.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Shh... gotta wait to find out! :)

[@jerseyjeff2915]

Greetings to my Panamanian friends

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers Jeff, you're quick tonight!

[@hanssolo4ever]

Your rpm in neutral is too low that is why the low oil pressure alarm goes off in idle.

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes even at operating RPM it still goes off.. bad sensor maybe?

[@hanssolo4ever]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady , maybe it is good to have a spare sensor with the right ohmage.

[@RNVOS]

Thought over last few weeks….you had sailed away…..guess not so much… Hope all is good! Where’s the new crew?

[@RNVOS]

Ok found them…had to wait till day 4….lol

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

can't tell you, but stay tuned, good things coming!

[@knowhim3624]

just wondering if the 'circle' will ever end of '[something always being 'broken' and needing 'funds-friends' to fix before (moving-on)??? with of course, booze/partying' for profit also a common hook??? you really need to find a place within yourselves/hearts where you just need to recognize your OWN inner/outer gifts, and put Them to USE - this will bring you true contentment and joy!

[@andybrands1883]

Im a marine electrician Rick im working in Panama at the moment, any probs on the shakedown give us a call, Only thing would be is we all like to dress as ladies at the weekend so if you ask for Juanita on Saturday or Sunday we will get ye sorted big guy !!!

[@MausMasher54]

Time to get a bearing puller, eh???

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

hopefully we never have to deal with again for another 26 years! Lol

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

We not only have side bets on when you will actually leave San Andres...we are now taking side bets on which year you will return there!...if you know what I mean? P.S. more Tiki talk please

[@jayfigg7981]

GIVE ME A FIN ON 2032

[@hydrostatics]

I'll take that bet. That gave me an amazong idea

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Can't tell you, but right now we are focused on leaving for next destinations! :)

[@airbear9445]

How much crew does it take to screw in a light bulb?

[@Vetteman372]

is that a 7-11 mechanic working on your boat

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

don't know, but he was a bit expensive for the job!

[@Vetteman372]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady Without out your guidance he would be in trouble . Not talking about upholsterer gentleman he does nice work

[@Keepingittocool]

I hope that you didn’t clean the compass like Gilligan did on the SS minnow on Gilligans island. LOL thanks for sharing

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

we actually have brand new Ritchie's to install next! :)

[@Keepingittocool]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady that is great it will look good

[@Keepingittocool]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady I have a question for you unrelated to the video when are y’all guys leaving for Panama?

[@janmiller839]

Your channel has stunned into a soap opera

[@itemgamers7762]

Nice

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Thanks!

[@jkonet1]

well you could only be 50% wrong on the cables, well done!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

yep, had a 50/50 chance, lol

[@susannapretty8137]

6:00 Rick looking at the island clock

[@yesbigfootyes6902]

LEVER LOOKS LONGER TO ME AND IN REVERSE THE CLEARANCE WITH THE WHEEL IS AN ISSUE

[@jeremypfau]

👍👍👍👍

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers Jeremy!

[@Eznot2cme]

Just as soon as 2 people telling me what to do. I would have quit that job and got in my dingy

[@Misterbillll]

I still miss Valentina........

[@fmclaridad7510]

Please captain, I need a Spanish translation to understand your interesting explanations. Thanks!

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Will work on it, lol

[@fmclaridad7510]

@@SailingSophisticatedLady Muchas gracias

[@bartpowers9972]

👍

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Cheers!

[@jamesblackwell2218]

U better watch out your wife and first mate could very well become Captain.Shes Great perfect couple

[@RNVOS]

Hi Captain Rick Do you sale beer coolies?

[@1sheinz]

Holy shift, you've gone grey. Did you just quit dying your hair. I didn't recognize you at the opening shots, the voice was right but it didn't compute. Very dignified look. Cheers and fair winds Steve h.

[@wayneanderson1641]

Fire up the cutting torch. Bad advice I used to own a salvage yard

[@jasonbabicki5571]

All this work on your boat but you don't talk about the haircut it's coming June where I'm at and we got to talk about hairstyles

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

we talked about that in a previous episode a few weeks ago.. :)

[@davemoulding8799]

Where the other guy that was doing all the work and living aboard