THIS COULD BE THE ONE!! Is this our NEW Sailboat??? Ep 299

[@australiawide2369]

Hi Guys, as an owner of a similar vintage Taiwanese built Robert Perry yacht (Norseman 447) and a Boat Broker in Manly, Qld. We sold a similar Vintage Tayana 47 a few years ago, the buyer took off the teck decks (Cost them an arm and a leg to pay some one to do it but they were very worn) if yours still have reasonable thickness just look art refurbishing, take out exposed screw, clean out whole with a spade bit and put new plug in with a good dob of epoxy on the end, put a bit of everdure in hole first, this makes a solid fix and can give you a few more years. If she still has Black iron tanks try and inspect for any signs of corrosion, also have a look at chain plates may have to remove timber covers to see for any signs of leaks and corrosion, Teak capping rail and Hull to deck joins are usually pretty good but Genoa tracks can be prone to leaking, hope this helps, Great Boat that when the going gets tough will look after you and will have a kindly motion in a seaway.

[@Megadoculous]

Oh man, what a beautiful boat! You guys can deal with this, no issue. Plus the fixup will make great episodes, to offset costs. I would jump at it. Good luck either way.

[@dave.willard]

A video series of you guys doing a refit of this wonderful boat might push you above 200k subscribers. I love your energy and I had to watch the sunglasses game with that infectious laugh three times! 😂 Thank you both for sharing your positive lifestyle.

[@MrNodde]

Go for it! You can handel it!

[@adambakerr3004]

The Tayana 47 is a hell of a weapon. Definitely get rid of that teac decking. This yacht will take you WHEREVER you may desire . Anyway, you'd be bored not working on your boat 🤣

[@michaelraabe3401]

I would definitely have the boat professionally surveyed before making ANY decision!

[@juliecross1567]

My thoughts also. Be wise to have a list of faults made up by a professional.

[@cdevoy84]

just the happiness in mamas eyes should tell you enough. the boat is beautiful.

[@pascalroyet3310]

Nice vessel, but make sure the cored hull is not water logged. Make sure you get the tool to test that above and below the waterline. It is a known problem with that model and the 52's as well.

[@Steve-ul8qb]

Listen to Pascal! 🙂

[@bmw171]

That’s some great advice! Beauty is more than skin deep. Do your do diligence. All the best moving forward.

[@CraigOverend]

My understanding is Tayana's hulls are PVC foam core, and these are closed cell and less likely to be water logged however delamination from fiberglass to the foam may be an issue if there is water ingress. Either way tap the hull. If the core was PU foam or Balsa they turn to mush. The Tayana decks are balsa....

[@saylaveenadmearedead]

@@CraigOverend rotten to the core, it's been sitting in the tropics for years letting fresh water in to destroy everything... shame. The owner should pay these kids to take it...

[@rickreid8149]

From what they said it has been on the hard for a long time so checking moisture levels may be difficult but either way I wish the crew of Nandji all the best. I love the Tayana's.

[@fredthornes5087]

Bob is still around and I'm sure would lend his support on the refit. Great boat! He chimes in almost every day on his Facebook fan page.

[@belindachappell9875]

Hey guys, beautiful boat. Lots of positives and you both have the passion and skills to make this your forever boat. Just seeing how much more you loved Nanji for the work you put into her I know that whichever boat you choose it’ll be amazing 🎉

[@soren1412]

Be aware, teak deck get very hot in the sun. Even to hot to walk on! If you get the boat - rip the teak off.

[@WHEREVER-I-ROAM]

EXACTLY

[@shawnlowrey7467]

Sailing magic Carpet recently did a Teak Deck removal you can check out. They decided to remove the deck and sell the teak.

[@samanthahancox8726]

A boat refit will lift your subscription base massively - highly recommend (dream boat + improved your long term earnings). You’ve got my support 👌

[@indydawson]

In my limited experience with buying an old boat that has been neglected with a lot of apparent water damage is this; the work you see is the tip of the iceberg. I think any estimate of work time and money spent for repair should be multiplied by a factor of three and more possibly four. A hefty discount off the price would be needed to make it worthwhile. A hefty, hefty discount.

[@petes9524]

Spot on, watched the very skilled Aladino of Magic Carpet deal with a teak deck and underlying beam replacement and repair. It was epic, so BIG discount, definitely.

[@hthring]

yes likely the deck under the teak if cored will have rot

[@petebernhagen4640]

Agreed. Good advise

[@philgray1023]

This is a quality boat though. These guys are no mugs either. I watched Yoshi negotiate a deal with a chandler in Australia, whereas I just paid retail and handed over my cash. I should have got him to go and in buy my stuff for me.

[@indydawson]

@@philgray1023 I agree, Yosh is capable.

[@tomlane4102]

Go for it. I have a 1978 Perry design ( Lafitte 44 ) that I have been sailing since 1987, still has the original teak decks, Yes they have been some work but manageable, Our hull is foam cored and rock solid, good surveyors have pounded all over it but never found a void, Our deck is balsa cored a sometime pain but manageable. Be sure to check the core under the genoa tracks. If its wet its fixable. Offshore Perry broke the code on a fast enough comfortable boat that will take care of you if the conditions go pear shaped. Talk to Bob Perry his consulting fees were reasonable. I learned a lot .Good luck Tom Lane

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks for the information

[@darlenemc3586]

The name of the boat, "Independence" is the essence of you as a family! It's a gorgeous boat. I hope you are able to buy it after negotiations. ⛵

[@tednottodd]

Beautiful boat. Bob Perry is still in Seattle, he may have some insight on the specs on the deck. I would worry that the core of the deck may be compromised where the screws enter it. If you can handle that, the teak can definitely be removed, epoxy the holes, repaint and Kiwi grip, good to go.

[@Seafariireland]

Pressure, worry, dreams, what a mix!

[@rbc5878]

What ever your decision, we’ll be here to support and watch it happen.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks 👍

[@daveamies5031]

🛷👍🏼

[@CPM_1975]

Make sure the core is not waterlogged and if you pull up the teak deck you could repair the leaks and potentially resurface the deck with synthetic surface flexiteak as an example

[@jimdoyle8224]

Hey Boys and girls, I have been looking at this boat for a while, I have been considering jumping on a plane from Sydney and having a serious look. I think their ain't no need though, It is definitely the right boat for you all. If you want some shipwright tips let me know, You mentioned a few things that I think you shouldn't worry about, there are easier ways to do some of the stuff that needs doing. Congrats if you get it, It is a weapon.

[@brucef5874]

you three are like kids at christmas best of luck

[@TheOaksHeart2024]

What a beauty! And so much potential, I think you guys could fix it up and make it your new home.

[@trigger7481]

Hi @Nandji, Ive followed you for years, and have loved following you, I can see its a little bit daunting with the work needing doing, but I'ts not out of the range of possibility for you. I think it would be a shame if you didn't go for it as you said it would be your forever home. AS another channel puts it you'll be more dissapointed by the things you didn't do than by the things you do. I'm sure your followers on the channel would love watching the process of bringing it back to life I know I would. Love the FROTHLYFE!!!

[@donaldbassett8769]

I HOPE THE SURVY GOES GOOD VERY NICE BOAT DID THE SURVER DO A MOISTER READIND ON THE HULL AND DECK

[@The_Dark_Shark]

Depleted batteries will demand a lot of amps and burn out an alternator - check that before getting too concerned 👍👍

[@burtba]

So exciting guys. I can see it's creating a lot of anxiety atm, but make sure you keep thinking about it WILL be and seeing your skills and positiveness, you guys have got this. This is going to be such an exciting journey and I know all of us are so stoked you let us along the ride.

[@beaudwayful]

Independence looks like a hella project! Also, I'd love to watch you guys get her back in ship shape!

[@daveamies5031]

Boat refits seem to be good for subscriber counts 🤣

[@music-man]

Hey guys. I have always loved these boats just like the Choy lee great boats sturdy and are really iconic in there pedigree. The Engine looks spotless which is a good sign. I know you guys can do it. I agree the teak deck needs to come up. All the holes you would have to fill in i know you guys can do that in your sleep. I guess as the inspection moves on you will know what you are faced with. Well i am on my way to hawaii for a Vaca. cheers guys from the Brit in California and happy 2023. Cheers all the best xx

[@halfglassfull]

oh my my... I am super practical old Brit and have rennovated several houses top to bottom, completing most of the work with my own hands. Ok not boats...but while fixing is challenging and fun, the exhausting demands of such physical labor is 80 per cent of the undertaking. You know that but this looks like a MASSIVE undertaking and if the hull is shot....well I followed "Sail Life" YT channel for a number of years. He bought "Athena", a 38ft 1987 Trident Warrior Sail Boat. He spent 5 years completely refitting including repairing a failed hull (osmosis). Almost not worth it when the hull is shot. THIS vessel sat on the hard for too many years never being put in - for a reason. Anyway hope it works out for you guys. Prayers to creation that you make (or made) the right decision.

[@kristaready8812]

I'm excited and frightened for you all at the same time! Congrats on the sale. Big hugs 🤗💞

[@Duh6666666]

Tayana is known for its beautiful wood interiors, what a beauty, try to get a surveyor over.

[@michaelcoad6828]

Congratulations you deserve the best all the best for 2023.

[@mp6756]

Guys it's a big boat and a big project! I'm confident you guys could do this if your felling it go for it. Thanks

[@broadreach3120]

I’d hazard a guess that once the teak deck is ripped up you find the deck itself will be wet and soft water works it’s way down the screws, but it’s still and easy repair. Good luck guys it’s a lot of boat and could be stonkin.

[@erics3238]

I only watched 30 sec so far but i vote for GET THE BOAT! ⛵🌅😎

[@G0KAD]

Hey guys. Looked at a Tayana42CC in the UK. It's not the teak deck that put me off but the screws which had caused the deck core to rot. I'm sure that there will be some rot in the core somewhere. Nothing that can't be put right but in my case, the price wasn't right.

[@dantheman9228]

need to rip up that teak mate and glass it ,dont try to replace it that is probably why its been on a hard stand for years,i would knock 15-20k off the asking price as its going to be a lot of work fixing the deck plus you dont want the little one getting a big splinter off it and that kind of deck gets red hot when the sun beats down on it. You can do it mate but its going to be at least 6 months before you can put her back in the big blue.

[@brianharris3622]

Personally I like boat work channels better that just sailing ones and I'm not alone so look for your follower numbers to go up and that could help!!! Good Luck

[@JohnJohn-cu7nk]

As for the teak floor you'd rip it out and fiberglass the floor.It definitely needs a survey

[@drewkennewell4267]

As long as you have the money, time and commitment to do it, I say go for it! I'm totally down for watching you guys fix her up.

[@shellsea9520]

ALL THE BEST HOPE ITS ALL GOOD FOR YOU 🥰💞💕💋💛🧡💗💖

[@earlashton1342]

Go low guy's. You can always come up/ And don't feel guilty. It's been on the market along time. Good luck.

[@einaronsager3007]

I recon the deck are in need of a total overhaul. Massive amounts of work

[@AnDrey-wf4gl]

Don't worry slow slowly u can make it guys

[@ridewithme2074]

Bonita likes the boat. Done deal!

[@johnperry7534]

If anyone can make a boat god with just simple labour it’s you two !!! You’ve got a track record and I know you are able to just work work work work until it is job done. So trust yourselves. It’s all good . Great work .

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Thanks 👍

[@Len385]

For the deck, forget the teak. Just go for the simplest way to get a nice white anti-skid deck and don't worry about any bit of weight it might add by doing the simplest solution.

[@philgray1023]

I agree with that. Our boat had the teak removed and you wouldn't know it had been there. I know of Australians who sail their boats to Thailand to get their decks replaced. It is about a third of the price you would pay here. That would be if you could get anyone to turn up and do the work. I've been told we can get a trimmer to replace our canvas in September. Well that's what he said in December. I'm still waiting for the diesel mechanic who said he would be here on the first Tuesday in February. 2022 that is.

[@bahamasking2063]

Definitely buy this boat. I will fly over and lend a helping hand.

[@bobosixxii9415]

GO FOR IT!!! Namaste.

[@salokinRukkuZ]

Team Tayana!! We bought a 52 Tayana last year we are in the middle of a long slow refit but we absolutely love her. They are incredibly built well. Ours is a 1988 that has been sitting for over 6 years so we feel you on the work. Good luck guys! ❤

[@davidnekola698]

Gorgeous S.V. It's only work guys. Worth everything you put into her. ❤️

[@Anne6621]

having owned a 57 foot boat for 36 years with full teak decks they are a semi maintenance pain but if i had your boat i would take up the teak and glass over the decks but you can divide it up into sections and finish them over a 2 year period , my teak decks were 3/4 inch thick and your decks seem to be thin teak strips and they are more problematic , nice yacht btw !!!

[@dougmoore5923]

Have a marine engineer inspection. Definitely worth the cost. If it passes, good luck and many more happy miles!

[@viltfjall]

”We are young, we need the work” :) Goooo!

[@lineypete]

Awwww, We heard that at the end... Keeping us hangin eh?? 😁

[@crazyg74]

I had my eye on this Tayana when I was there last year. She'll be an awesome ocean/forever boat - once she's made ship-shape!

[@christopherberthelet3977]

Nice. I love the headroom, something I keep in mind because my pastor is 6'5"" and others I know are tall as well.

[@benjaminclore8227]

Go for it! Selfishly there’s an obvious amount of content creation there too….😂🙌 but, you’re legends. You’ll make it sweet!

[@cmebgv]

Hi Guys....Spend a little money up front and have a surveyor or boat builder to take a peak at what you are concerned about before pulling the trigger. good luck!!

[@kathleengreenen8053]

You will love the boat they are voyagers. we have a 48ft DS tayana and are so happy with her.

[@bigs6566]

Just think of all the extra space for board storage!

[@christip20]

I love the galley and the heads, it looks to have so much more room and of course she’s beautiful! How about that name too? It just looks comfortable and more importantly Safe. Hopefully, we’ll all know soon….

[@greghall14]

You two have the guts and the skills to do this, go for it.

[@erichcollar9810]

OMG. sunset at 1:19 is spectacular. I guess its so common here that it is not even mentioned! And how about that awesome taxi! This is the boat for you. cheers from snowy Montreal!

[@adriaticbatman]

Great...DIY videos coming up....

[@michaelmacauley3875]

Go on take the leap 👍👍👍

[@daled8221]

Beautiful boat!!! It's been on the hard & unsold for a long time & because of the unknown dry wrought, lowball them for the unseen costs & massive labor. Rootin for you!!! Awesome laugh at 12.20!!

[@Cutlass-27-Mallorca]

Guys, forget center cockpit’s, also, look for vinelester resin layup, 4 sure she as osmosis.

[@mathewdavis-adventuresandd6643]

Everything that needs work appears to be well within your skill set. Leaky teaky, but you've got the right idea to pull it up and fill the holes. So much easier said than done, but it would solve so many issues down the road. If the price is right, I think you should seriously consider this vessel. It would be a heck of a home to see the world.

[@iainbrown4945]

I have a Tayana 58 I built new 10 years ago and love it - just get rid of the teak , saves a lot of weight and makes the boat much cooler without They are built super solid

[@brucewaldie8706]

go with your gut feeling the same way with Nandji

[@juans3728]

Knowing the teak wood is damaged in certain areas do you have to remove the ceilings in galley or under according to where the damaged teak are on the deck, you know water runs. She looks beautiful and after you made a decision you think you need a inspector.

[@robertcarkeek8391]

What ever you choose will be the right one for you!

[@mandmmilling3716]

If you are locked into a tayana 47, there is on for sale on yachtworld in seattle for 99k asking, no teak, and aft cabin.

[@usabayermicha6178]

Tayana 47 CC is my favorite. One of Bob Perry's blue water boats that still makes adequate speed at light winds as well as holding up to strong winds. Real sea going galley (very important to me). A boat that can last you a lifetime . Good luck!

[@banalpedant41]

Do it! The teak is superficial. They may have set the screws in epoxy so you thread out the screw and end up with a threaded hole. They use a release agent on the screw threads prior to it curing

[@eyefly82russellm80]

All if the price is right for what you need to fix and add . The teak deck is a big project but easy to do .

[@psy-op1201]

Beautiful boat.

[@joeparker3885]

Go for it. If the price is right.

[@Stuart.Mckenzie]

Congratulations guys, great upgrading

[@robertnixon3816]

Oh my, what a yacht! That is just about perfect for the Nandji family. Its going to require some work but the sweat equity equals value gained. Look how far you came with Nandji from day one to now. It will be fun in the next few episodes if you do put an offer in. Excitement is in the air! Can hardly wait! BTW: 299 episodes! Whoa!!

[@pacificpearlsailing]

Good luck with this one👍

[@kevinsearle4761]

Certainly exciting! But just my thoughts here … would you get a comprehensive inspection done !? Or even two independent inspections maybe ?

[@iainlyall6475]

nice boat if you get her. good luck.

[@NZL50505]

Tough decision for most people but easy for you guys. In fact I think you’ve already decided! It’s the right boat for you and you are the right people for this boat. Good luck with the purchase process! 😊

[@douglasrobbie9998]

Not sure how you feel about catamarans but, there is a 39' Privilege in the BVIs on YWorld for around $50,000 US. Needs some work (topside paint/gelcoat, 1 engine with stuck valve and may need main). Does have 4 cabins and 3 heads. Just a thought and a long way away, but a lot of cruisers or going for cats.

[@wissw.5210]

Beautiful Boat.. waiting for the restoration videos and Yoshi's creative ideas

[@Kelleena1on1]

So exiting I was on the edge of my seat watching ever nook and cranny ,lol and I don’t know about boats , lol 😊😊

[@BohemianBeatster]

Groovy boat

[@bobswezey7452]

Nice SV, 47 ft. big boat for a nice little family plenty of room...wishing you good luck if you bye this boat...

[@dirac135]

Check for termites in a boat that has been left for that long. Best of luck

[@jamesrhodes6462]

That’s my favorite boat. Good luck. Don’t overpay. That would be great content.

[@JuanChickenFoot]

Make an offer! The refit videos are some of your best vids.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

My dad was always a big centre cockpit fan. When he was around i never really got it. But I’m 55 and looking to buy a boat to sail and live on, potentially for the rest of my life and this layout is ideal and totally what I am after. My top choice is a Moody. Personally I think that’s a perfect boat for you and the work doesn’t appear too bad. The blackening on the interior wood could just be condensation damage.

[@americanbornwalkaway9110]

praying for you guys God Loves you and WILL Guide and Protect you in your decision ...BUT THE REFIT is ALL YOU BABY!!!!! SWEET ride NEEDS LOVE

[@thewanderingjojo4239]

I think its an amazing sv. I dig transformations more then sailing, you might find that this is exactly what you need in more then one way. I think you know the benefits. We will be here watching, assume many will join in to support your journey also.

[@davidc6510]

Hello Legends. This boat is a great find for sure! Time to get a plan on a place to tear her up and get her ship shape for the long haul. Thanks for sharing. Yew!

[@jamieallport7106]

That's a great boat. Watch some of Millennium falcon KZbin videos. They have a 1981 Tayana 42, which they have done loads of work on over the last few years. But have recently removed there teak deck, which in my opinion make there boat look alot nicer. And have done loads of nice upgrades.

[@garysankey4618]

Lovely boat guys even if it needs some froth lovin to get it right👍. It's the hidden bits that would concern me but you have the skills without a doubt, looking forward to the next episode, all the best.