WE GOT NEW ENGINES!! ⚠️ Step 1: Remove old engines (Ep 280)

[@elco400]

How many hours did the Volvo Penta engines have on them?

[@SailingZatara]

About 10k

[@chandlercampbell9146]

@@SailingZatara Dang, that's decent.

[@billhanna8838]

I believe they give the volvos away in the EU , Make there money on spare parts lol

[@scottmitchell9620]

Wow 10k. Awesome job. Good for you for sailing and motoring whenever you want to. That's the correct way to travel the world guys. I love your channel. Big fan. I hope the kids do well in there next adventures. Must be scary but hold on to the fact you raised them right. In other words no liberal bullshit. LoL 😮😮😮😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@goldentrim344]

I love my yanmar on my John Deere 3025e tractor.

[@azhiaziamnohiah897]

TRUTH BE TOLD: We love following all 3 channels. It's like a small recap and a different perspective. Seeing 3 episodes a week is kinda like a perk! Keep up the amazing work. Pray we see yall one day! Our dreams seem slow atm.

[@raybrdjr]

just curious what 3 channels do you favor so I can tune to them as well?

[@azhiaziamnohiah897]

@raybrdjr Jack's channel Finns channel and the main Zatara channel! We also follow other sailing channels like one life, parley, GBU, sunday, Delos, vegapond....... etc. I'm a son of a son of a sailor!

[@raybrdjr]

@@azhiaziamnohiah897 thanks! I’ll be sure to check ALL of them out! I do watch all the ones except vagabond!

[@northeastrailwayproductions]

la vagabonde sailing is a really great family to watch as well. The other channels are Jack Whitaker and Finn Whitaker, then there's Glory Stories... she's from Med Crew and post great content on her exploration... very funny too lol.

[@monumentmom7593]

And Luke Bosworth's channel. He's from the Med crew, and super fun vibe.

[@Tyrangarth]

This has to be the best family sailing channel.......The editing is always on point. Thanks for all the amazing episodes and can't wait for the many more to come!!

[@davidlong2048]

Yea Rene is awsome

[@AlexKall]

The tiles made a big difference, very nice! Nicely done Renee!

[@Judith-z3z]

Much easier to clean also. I did this in our land kitchen.

[@WilliamRussell-pf7fo]

Wow! Just wow. Everything you’re doing is so super cool. I have to also say that Kate has the most friendly and attentive personality both live and on camera. Wonderful Zatara.

[@seekthetruth1485]

Nothing like a man and his new engines to light up his eyes!!! Nice job Renee...Looks great! I am old school and love all of the beautiful wood on the boats...so many new ones are too sterile and have no personality. Zarata is cozy and comforting.

[@dalefree8090]

Loved the backsplash install! Made the kitchen look larger and brighter. Good job Renee!

[@barbarafreedman2463]

We put peel and stick backslash on our boat as well, and that little bit made a world of difference. Yours looks very nice. We like ours as well. We also got a new galley faucet and a new fridge and microwave. Our boat is also home. Happy wife, happy life!

[@glorysstories]

Just one question...where am I going to keep my tea now?

[@SailingZatara]

😂😂 ☕️

[@josephpiskac2781]

Your kitchen tile treatment really is identical to my van coffee snack bar. Have had mine in place for half a year and really very happy with it.

[@johnkosowski3321]

I installed a Yanmar 4JH57 in my Leopard 47 just last summer myself at my slip at the Riviera Beach marina. With a little planning and foresight, it really was very easy. Old one out in one day, clean up the engine bay one day and bring the new engine to the dock, next day get the new engine in. I remember opening that box just like yours.

[@Modimouse]

This is my fourth day binging this channel. I’ve finished over 70 videos: since they hosted the Z-crew. I don’t know why I haven’t known about this great family before OMG 🙈🙈🙈

[@nebselpam]

After the video a while back at the boat show where you all were talking about getting a new boat entirely, I love your decision to make upgrades and keep the one you have. The modern engines and the kitchen will make such a big difference. It's that "new to you" feeling while keeping all the memories you've made. Love the new engines and the new kitchen!

[@ejs6010]

Nice video. The kids have grown up - Kate looked beautiful, and Rene looks happy. Keith looked like a kid at Christmas with the new engines, all smiles.

[@Electrified_14]

I love the other episodes. But as a professional Engineer, I love the upgrade and retrofit episodes the most. Keith does a great job explaining things.

[@kaamkmca]

Great vlog. I wish I had Keith's vast knowledge about marine engineering, ocean navigation, etc. I love his coolness, his common sense, his courage and his leadership abilities.

[@fishnewmarch2764]

The kitchen looks so much brighter, awesome job Renée.

[@hankheyns2448]

Always so impressed on the adventure you both got to share with your kids.

[@andrewkast4087]

This has been a great video! I can see that Jack and Finn really take after their Father! The galley remodel looks really good and definitely makes it brighter! When everything is all done it will be like a brand new boat! Looking forward to your next video!

[@dmorgan28]

That was really nice getting those new engines put in and all the other upgrades. Renee those tile look awesome in your kitchen area. The boat will be better than new. That new dingy will be nice as well. Cool video. 👍❤️

[@williamwatson4067]

Awesome updates to Zatara. Thanks for sharing. Hope you are enjoying the change of pace for a while.

[@jnbond]

Renee those kitchen upgrades are fabulous! Love the look and a new big sink?! Awesome!!!

[@Skyyyyyy012]

Hi! I’ve been watching finn’s Channel for over a year now and i decided to come check yours and im super happy i did! You guys content is amazing!

[@jimmyrants4342]

The galley looks killer now. Just wait till the new sink gets installed. Those two Yanmar engines are like gold. Just a great, and fun video Zatara.

[@yvonneforth1076]

Renee you make great videos and have taught your boys the same art now we are blessed to have 3 different views of your lives! Thanks, we live vicariously thru you and yours! ❤

[@mrr8682]

Renee can become a Movie director IF they get sick of the boating crap..... she can produce Christian type "For family" movies!!!

[@AnitaSchiphoff-dd5pt]

I would just absolutely love to float around the world with you guys. I just think you guys are such a hoot and know so much that it would be safe travels no matter what

[@timtrinkaus7072]

I know Keith has been waiting a LONG time for the new Yanmars!! I’m so glad Zatara is getting some love with the new engines and galley makeover!! Can’t wait to seem the rest of the install and Keith’s review of the new engines!

[@dangrady0311]

Keith is like a kid on Christmas morning! Congrats on the new motors!

[@davidharbison6861]

Hey guys my family and I have been watching you all for years. Also I am a Pastor. My wife and I have four kids 3 boys and a girl. I saw the smooches that Jack gave to his new girlfriend and my thought was "hey he has finally found a girl he's comfortable with". Because we have watched for years I can say we have never seen any of them behave inappropriately toward members of the opposite sex. I agree our children have seen my wife and I kiss and show affection toward each other their whole lives. We taught our kids to respect one another and others as well. We have seen you do the same. So forget the haters and teach your children well. And even after they are grown and get married, they are still your children. And because you have taught them well they will still come to mom and dad for advice because they honor you all as parents because you honor them as your children. And children like that become very productive members of our society. Y'all be blessed.

[@SailingZatara]

Wow David; this means a lot! Thank you for the kind words, and I’m just so thankful for all the positive feedback on this whole thing. I get worried sometimes, of course, because we share so much of our lives to the world. I only hope that we can shed a little bit of light in the darkness, and share hope to the hopeless. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts! 💕

[@MrGuyDKendall]

I've been watching Sailing Zatara for a year and have seen every episode from the beginning. I enjoy Jack and Finn's channels as well. You guys are so inspiring. Renee your production value of the videos is awesome. What a way to preserve the memories... as kids grow up. Thanks for being so transparent with your lives and sharing.

[@kathrynhelm4176]

I love these types of videos…lots going on. Yahoo on new engines. Renee, the kitchen looks amazing, what a transformation and the new large sink will be the icing on the cake. Keith’s excitement at looking at the new engine was hilarious…he was almost drooling 😂😂. I knew he was going to forget to get the pliers out of the box.🥰.

[@schokrates8664]

it‘s sooo nice watching such a beatifull family doing such a beatiful hobby alltogether ❤ enjoy as long as possible 😍👍🏽

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Do they put a port hole hatch door in the hole they cut or reseal with fiberglass? Renee I don’t know how you’ve fed your family all these years with that little sink, I’m so excited for you to get a big sink !!! AND you’ve done a wonderful job raising your family, raising Keith will take a lifetime 😂😂 Love you all ❤

[@spaguyster]

LED light strip above the tile to fill in the gap. Love it! ❤️❤️❤️

[@80884bpresley]

Awesome video guys!!! The new engines are so nice! The tiles in the kitchen are an improvement for sailing magazines all over the world! Looks so good! The big sink is going to be a game changer for sure. Y'all have done a great job on the whole boat! Jacks never going to be able to talk y'all into wanting a new boat, when the one you already own is nicer than the new ones!!! Lol can't wait to see the new adventures.

[@m.e.r.y.l.m]

Renee, your kitchen looks fantastic! Great upgrade. Thank you for another fantastic video!

[@SirAdamMeek]

That is a giant sink! Love the new peel and stick backsplash too!

[@rwodka21]

The opening music always put a smile on my face and it is always a good day when Keith can unwrap new tings for the boat haha. Happy to see Renee gets to have some upgrades in her kitchen and she did a wonderful job on the back spash part. Cant wait to see the new sink in it!!!

[@SailingZatara]

Thank you!!! 🙏🏼 💕💕

[@srqlisa7881]

Love the new kitchen Renee. And the trash talk with Keith. ❤❤

[@pavlos.]

Hi Pavlos from Greece here. Awesome episode, was super excited watching the new engines. Nice kitchen

[@texasjohns]

Yes, yes, YES…Keith is back! Lots of smiles today Z-crew. 👊

[@larrydudley2941]

I haven’t seen Keith this excited in a long time awesome video

[@Rob_G459]

I love how Keith, left his cutting pliers on top of the new engine when he put the top back on the box....I have lost so many tools that way.

[@ridingwithairbubble1694]

I suspect that’s where all of my 10mm sockets have gone…and the neighbors sockets as well 😂

[@chandlercampbell9146]

@@ridingwithairbubble1694 It is always the 10mm's. Glad its not just me. Last November I bought an 8-pack of them, down to 2.

[@LaDeee57]

Can't imagine what your sailing life will be like once the kids are gone! Thank you for all your enjoyable and entertaining vids!

[@rwedel738]

It's going to be the most boring and subscriber #'s will plummet. The bright side is that the kids will learn what can't be learned living on a boat.

[@williamd1891]

​@@rwedel738Nah, I'll still be here for the "Empty Nest/Boat Syndrome" drama. 😂 Thats a joke, I doubt there be actual drama, but an important stage in life all patents must go through.

[@e4peace]

@@rwedel738i agree. Number of videos will likely go down to not having help to run the boat and edit videos. Seems like their preparing for retirement life, don’t need to make videos they obviously have money lol

[@mrr8682]

Obviously with no kids we're still entertained so I think it will all work out!

[@mrr8682]

@@williamd1891 you realize there's nothing between the old bag you married 20 years ago and find something new and exciting!!! Life goes on... she's younger than you so you eventually die happy and she does whatever old women do!! (Play games on their phone and get Fat)

[@TheAlpineHomesteadAdirondacks]

Hi Renee the back splash looks great! great producing and editing

[@organizedcouponer75]

Those tiles in the kitchen are everything. Can’t wait to see the larger sink.

[@Mike.s.563]

Just got my dad to watch this one. He enjoyed this episode, he does wanna talk with Keith, he’s retired sub vet

[@mrr8682]

Motors, Kitchen, it's all looking GREAT!!! I would want Keith as the Captain of my Plane or boat any day of the week!!!

[@ahkiv6127]

Wonderful adventure, beautiful family and friends! Thanks, so much!

[@CTaylor88BB]

Renee the kitchen looks fantastic. Keith, I love the yanmars.

[@mrr8682]

waiting for your Cookbook Renee!!! I've already started putting butter in everything!!! I'll start cooking something and Kim will say "What now?" Butter, Renee would add butter!!

[@globetrotting2628]

Zatara is a beautiful sailing yacht, and you guys maintain it well.

[@AverageJoeShmo]

Renee showing Keith that she's got skills too! Good job with the tiles. Great episode as well. 👏

[@SFDearing1]

Hey Renee! We boys never grow up...we just get more expensive toys! LOL! Looks like a kid at his first Chritmas! Y'all enjoy the new power! On a side note...we've been empty nesters for about 20 years and loving the grandkids now! They are the reward for not killing your own kids! Looking forward to more travels!

[@riffseeks10s46]

Amen on the engine I have owned three Volvo-powered sail boats and three Yanmar over the past 50 years. All the Volvos were dogs! Yanmars were never a problem. Only suggestion is replace the exhaust elbow at the recommended interval or buy a stainless steel replacement. I love to see people spending money!

[@davecummings6170]

We had an 8 hp Y😊anmar in our 27’ Hunter about 30 years ago. It was super simple. Occasionally needing to bleed air out, but I loved that engine.

[@TempTress23]

All those updates look awesome. Keith should talk about the difference in performance and fuel economy of the engines. I have been watch you guys for years. Maybe I’ll see you out there on water in 2 weeks. I’m going on my first cruise out of Miami to the Bahamas!

[@Tsenngu]

So exiting with all these upgrades! New engines. Great new kitchen look and lots of other things going on.

[@dennisrobinson4588]

Renee, I really like what you did with the galley. Looks completely different and quite clean and looks to be easy care. Boats coming along new engines and gear. Keith’s second Christmas. Hope to see you guys on the water. Enjoy and thanks.

[@darrenykema979]

Ok I'm a tech nerd and all that gives a little woody seeing the engines and all the fun stuff And I love the reno on the kitchen

[@gavin1443]

To much fun! Love this family. 😂

[@wannafly34]

Renee - make sure you buy some extra of that backsplash. We bought the same and ours has discolored after a few years. Easy to replace as it was to install!

[@pjritts1]

I don’t recall ever seeing Keith so giddy happy! Lol😂

[@TravelonlineWalk]

Amazing, we are exploring cost of Corralejo now

[@sgindy1]

We had a twin with big green Volvos. Just the sight of your engines stressed me out. Congrats on the Yanmars.

[@nutsandbolts432]

Can’t wait to see the new sink. When you first hopped on the other boat, I was thinking that was your new dingy. I was like, “that’s a hell of an upgrade”.

[@petermerrick5644]

Never seen the boss so excited!😁 hope you can sell all your old Volvo engines and spares? Not sure what you will need for spares for the new engines I guess the further you go the more you need? It make’s me feel better I am not the only one stimulating the marine economy! Have fun be safe! 🇺🇸

[@QWTrucker]

The tile on the boat looks amazing Keith you need to build selves in the seats so you can just pull out the shelf all your stuff is nice neat and organized.

[@LoriLynnYT]

I was watching the Wynns show off their new boat (so cool! saw you in one video) and all the storage space and my question for them and now for you was: with all those little cubbies, HOW do you remember WHERE stuff is stored? I guess you kinda keep stuff near where it's needed, but in my old age, and having downsized and moved a couple times in the last 5 years (and owing homes in Michigan and Florida), I've started keeping notes on my phone about where I've stored stuff. And also a list, photos of stuff I tossed or donated. It helps.

[@429nix]

LoriLynn, there's an organization app I saw on a different site that does all that for you. You print out QR codes that stick to your boxes n totes and you can itemize everything in that tote. So when you're looking for something you just scan the QR code. Saves you from going thru tote after tote. And QR codes are labeled for what they are, kitchen, Xmas lights, winter blankets, etc. Sorry I don't remember the app name, but if there's one app like that, there's probably 10 others similar. Do a search.

[@maryfogleman8883]

We have been living aboard our 1987 Island Packet 38 for five years now and our Yanmar is still holding strong and is seriously reliable! We always joke with our friends on newer catamarans when they start freaking out because they have to go through a serious cut or motor into a marina with only one engine functional because we always have just one engine, lol! But, the proof is in the pudding and if these Yanmars are well maintained then these puppies can live forever!😂

[@frankallen6419]

Love all three Channels. I am excited when the two boys hopefully continue as well as you three keep having this good channel Thank You !

[@donv6039]

Those Yanmar engines will make you sleep easier out on the water. I have a 2012 compact tractor with a three cylinder Yanmar diesel. Has about 650 hrs on it with never an issue. Change the oil every mowing season just bc. Looking fwd to the final install and sea trials!

[@WhatTheHeck1290]

THESE VIDEOS ARE PURE ENJOYMENT. THANK YOU ALL

[@tuftofflowers]

Thank you for sharing this renovation video! hope you guys are having a good. April so far

[@jeffosborne1147]

Great episode. Really enjoyed. Boat is looking good too. You made the kitchen look way too easy. Ready to see new engines dropped in. Til next episode. Have a great weekend.

[@Luke22022]

Congrats on all of the boat upgrades!

[@troyschomaker1606]

His excitement, made me excited.. even tho I know nothing about motors. 😂 very clean engine! ❤️ you guys!

[@CryptoCrew22]

Love the new kitchen guys! If I may make an observation regarding the recessed microwave though,are you not worried about the air circulation for the top and rear of the enclosed microwave? Would have thought you would need sufficient air flow for the intake and discharge air vents?

[@ericd2983]

Time flies can't believe I been watching your video since 2018 the story changed scene to scene and I enjoyed it.

[@justincase5272]

Nice! Yanmar! A good friend from the 70s swore by Yanmar. One of his boats came with a Yanmar and he put a Yanmar into his other boat when OEM engine died. While they're cutting install hatches, are you going to build hatch covers for expanded access? Will you build up a 1"-2" lip to meet with a nice hatch seal to prevent deck wash from falling in the hole? What's next for Renee? Captain's license? You should!!! Kate, too. Renee, your kitchen remodel looks VERY nice and was a LOT cheaper than most home kitchen remodels!

[@danielbriceno3235]

I hope you guys stop at Haulover Sandbar. Been watching you guys for years. You guys are a true inspiration.

[@jessicasimonson1195]

The tile in the kitchen looks beautiful!!!!!

[@kellinomnom]

Kitchen's looking good, Lady! Good work!

[@ginabrown3018]

Ahhhh im trying to watch from the beginning which i have started but then i see the most recent and everyone is so diff. I dont recognize them. But i love you guys. You have come so so so far

[@thebigguy8306]

Thank you for sharing your journey. Safe and healthy travels

[@bonnieleonard5134]

Kitchen looks awesome Renee, nice job!

[@loridodge3812]

Been binge watching the channel from the beginning. Still not all the way caught up but have to say I love this family. How is Anna?

[@allenclark1914]

What an episode,,, thank you for continuing your videos and . Just want to say,, I watch them all.

[@SailingAquarius]

Congrats on new engines! 🙌 Renee, I'm LOVING the look of your new kitchen 💕Zatara soon will be brand new! Hope to see you again in Granada or somewhere along the line, or maybe in our Circumnavigation Party on May 10-11 in St. Tomas??? 😁

[@SailingZatara]

Hey you!!!!! Unfortunately we’ll be in TX (me and Keith at least) that weekend because Anna graduates from college on the 10th! 🥹 Maybe we’ll reconnect after we get back around the 12th!

[@joyceedwards6112]

So nice to see you guys enjoying where I live. I've been watching you travel the world and you end up in my backyard 🌴💖🌝

[@prophetesstaunyaraffle811]

Awesome job on the kitchen ..it looks amazing ❤

[@jjl499]

I have watched you guys on and off for yrs! Always find your videos great content and ty for entertaining us!…. Stay safe, sending move from Boston!

[@Alan-l6k7l]

I'm sure it's a great feeling having two new motors🙏

[@harrygrimley4352]

Wow. Very happy for you guys.

[@soraya4890]

Waw Rene the kitchen looks awesome .little change and it looks like a new kitchen..amazing

[@Sommers234]

I don't know who looked happier! Keith with new engines, or Renee driving the powerboat. Terrific show,, the times they are a changin'.

[@beachhouseartinsouthwestfl6070]

You guys are so fun to watch! Great story telling!!

[@adamthrower5889]

Nice! I noticed you have the balmar alternator. I just wanted to give you a heads up that we have a balmar alternator on our 2023 Winnebago revel, and most every revel van out there has issues with the balmar alternator. I’m sure it’s not the same one, but wanted to give you our experience with balmar.

[@sansan357]

Another fun video. Love the tiles, sink and the engines, of course!!

[@hlrapoza]

Renee, the kitchen looks great!

[@damiancrabtree8638]

I love the backsplash Renee!! Nice work!