What Can Go Wrong, WILL GO WRONG 😳 Sailing Vessel Delos Ep. 385

[@boatelectricaldiy]

Most people don't do it. but every boat should have 3 independent battery systems. One for engine starting, one for house loads, and one on flybridge/roof for the electronics(last place to sink). Having these 3 independent battery systems in place makes sure that no matter what fails, you have a system that isn't compromising everything when it goes bad. You can also parallel any of the other systems to the failing system in an emergency. In this case I'd say that things were not fused or properly to protect the devices, and the difference in voltage, without high voltage detection-protection in place, led to something that shouldn't have been as bad as it was. Glad you guys were able to handle it as well as you did!

[@kevinhagan7199]

I love the Delos song, I’ve heard it for as long as it has been around. It is truly like a morning cup of coffee or a beer at night. It has become a life routine that gives comfort in knowing exactly what you are going to get. I am going to slow down for 20 or 30 minutes, go on a little adventure, learn something, remember the joys of life, and watch Brian fix something. You are amazing story tellers, cinematographers, and humans. Every week you inspire people to dream, some try something new, a few even start a new life of adventure. A lot of people travel the world, you do it while inspiring others, and that is a true gift!!!!

[@obieandlaurie]

Nothing beats Sierra’s “woo-hoo”….love it. ❤

[@inspektor31malone6]

Silence Pheasants! Was a great subtitle.

[@Hellyea4Trump]

I've watched every single video yall have uploaded to KZbin atleast twice and you guys never get old. I can't get enough content from delos. Thank yall for sharing yalls lives good and bad. Truly a great experience to see how yall live life to the max.

[@meadmaker4525]

And...POOF!!!...just like that, you're back to the very basics of sailing. A compass, the wind, and the helm. I know how much we all enjoy our electronics, myself included, but there just seems to be too much to go wrong (and it CONSTANTLY does) when you have this many systems on a boat. I know Brian will get to the bottom of it in the end, as he always does, but I enjoyed that moment when he pulled the master shutoff and...Delos just kept sailing.

[@jannepeltonen2036]

"Just steer by the compass or the wind or something" was an awesome order by the captain though :D "Okay!"

[@Boricua936]

When the Captain says, "Can somebody drive the boat please…?"…that’s where I get off at the next exit. Nicely handled!

[@robertscranton8293]

Honestly, there isn't a better YT Sailing channel...there is just something about the Delos experience...wow..If I could just be a fly on the wall and sail with you all...I know it's not feasible..but I really have enjoyed Jordan being with you all. She is so cool...and honest...and...you are an excellent sailor..you know when the weather gods tell you where to go and when.

[@Three_Random_Words]

Did she break up with her 'Drenched' guy and jump ship?

[@Largexxl-zn4lx]

@@Three_Random_Words yes, or ortherwise around, you never know.

[@ZAPN2525]

I love the begining wind..........love you Kiral!.... (and the funk is BADDASS too)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Dan-fx7qy]

I’ve been watching and/or subscribed to this channel since you guys where in the Philippines (I believe). Multiple crew rotations, Senior Brady doing his Senior Brady thing 😉😉. They’ve taught me to go with the flow, grow as a person and overcome adversity when I needed it. Keep it up 🍻

[@captaincrunchie8814]

I have been through that area, but a little farther out, delivering a boat from Panama to Hawaii. It was blowing Force 10 on the nose. To stabilize the boat as we motored, we double reefed the main and sheeted it in hard. So much more comfortable.

[@rerunplaya532]

See you tomorrow? Captain B you always make the right decisions. Help is SAFER than ignorng.

[@zyzzyx427]

Can't believe you guys are still out there doin it! I have some good pics from when we last met-up in Phuket! Cheers, Ken & Lori

[@JeremySpuds]

I always feel like such a dick whenever I see an episode where there's a technical failure and my response is pure joy. It's a rough day for y'all, but I love watching Brian figure out what broke, how it broke, how to MacGyver together a solution using spare parts and the old system he refused to throw out cause he knew he'd need it in the middle of nowhere. Like the tacos, beer, and raising baby nuggs is all great content, but what I really need is more twenty minute segments of Brian poking his greasy head out of the engine room to provide troubleshooting updates, holding an unrecognizable belt or gasket, explaining how a mechanical failure in the prop shaft caused the toilet to explode or something.

[@larrimos]

Great comment!

[@GregHopp]

I'm catching up and have been looking forward to this video. Brian never disappoints, just look at all those spare belts!

[@hockey1234able]

Treasure those heart melting moments when you wake your child up. They grow up fast!

[@pwnmeisterage]

Voltage regulators always run hot. Some manufacturers cheap out on the heatsinks. A few entirely neglect to engineer their thermal interface materials or geometries for proper performance, they know that people will still trust the specs and will still buy the thing if it _looks_ good enough to pass inspection. But even quality parts will eventually fail. If the thing is critical then you've just gotta buy redundancy.

[@peterlee2622]

It looks like there should have been a fuse protecting that dc-dc convertor. This could easily have been a fire starter - it took lots of energy to melt that plastic. Thank goodness you found out about it as you did!

[@scottmurray5600]

A 1/4 turn of the wheel and baby nuggs shouts 'whoohoo'. She is getting big, confident and soooo bossy. She looks so perfect when she sleeps. We used to get our boy to sleep and then return shortly after to sit down in front of him and watch him sleep. Parents!!!! What a great video. I got drenched in cold Scottish rain going to replace my rear motorcycle tyre here. I envy you bare chested electrical problems. The sea grass is always greener.....

[@drew6116]

ha! the sea grass

[@johnm7437]

Stories from the wall of fame/shame is now one of my favorite parts of your channel. That and "woo whoo".. hahaha... love it.

[@markulurus4209]

Watching a father saying she melts my heart, it is truly touching.

[@helenebee166]

Karin, what about the same thing for you that you give Sierra for sea sickness? Just a suggestion.

[@dennisfromoz6436]

Never doubted you and the crew...worked together in different ways............and Bingo.! Sussed it out and kept the positive voyage in entertaining us viewers...Cheers guys.

[@BillyReed68]

....and this is why a set of charts and a good compass is essential gear at all times with the ability to use them.

[@jbmcdonald5646]

“a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” Very good 👍🏻 keep up with the a amazing videos- JB from Utah - Use to go sailing ⛵️ out of Santa Barbara California with an amazing lady

[@markpeavy4005]

Those coordinates?! Ya'll have a long way to go! We live on a really big, really beautiful planet as you well know! Thanks!

[@jjetstream]

“Silence peasants”…😂😂😂 just spit out my drink. Classic!

[@pierremarie9961]

The only reason I come back to the Delos Channel is to see Jordan. I watched Expedition Drenched because of her, and now Delos because of her. Fan of her ""Joie de Vivre". It's immense.

[@ericjohnson1322]

When the magic smoke gets let out of the wire, it’s done.. Balmar charge controller smoked out and almost lit our boat on fire. Burnt a hose and charged the fiberglass!

[@jannepeltonen2036]

Can't get enough of that bump - Woohoo! clip

[@johannwolf1]

wow... you were so close to Huatulco. Next time... come check the area out. Mazunte, San Agustinillo, Pluma... it's amazing here.

[@williambunting803]

You should carry some meters of segmented belt of the different sections. Segmented belts last longer and are whatever length you need as you make them to suit.

[@shellybeau2006]

Brian, I LOVE you so much for providing water and food! You are a rockstar!

[@richgey1]

Each of those pictures represent a significant hangover.

[@mikeheard4859]

It’s called chain reaction Brian, it’s amazing you didn’t smell that inverter when it got so bloomin hot, perhaps it was the chilli that started the ball rolling, many congratulations on yet another great video 🇬🇧

[@vanessavandervalk1084]

I love Sierra's Woo Hoo at the end! I'll keep love'n it! Great update and 'wow' on what can go wrong! Power to ya'll 💪😍🙌

[@markpeavy4005]

Ok. Watching your video later...you have to learn a lot of different challenges to learn to run down and isolate the cause in order to buy your next fix! Great job!

[@troybordes6111]

Did you figure out why the transformer caught fire and why alternator belt snapped? I am a electrician if you still need help trouble shooting the cause, so that it doesn’t happen again. How long has that all been running? Make sure all your input and output voltages are rated the same voltage and same type (dc/AC). The output voltage of alternator needs to match the input voltage rating of transformer. Output voltage of transformer need to match voltage of the load, (starter or what ever it feeds). Then check the wattage rating of transformer and make sure you only using 80% of its rating. Also, make sure your transformer is 125% more wattage than the alternator wattage providing it, to allow for start up power surge and for continuous load. Use “ohms law” to take your calculations.

[@swimcat2333]

Most of my sailing, we had none of those instruments. Sometimes that " feeling " will do just fine. Compass VHF and charts, sextant and Loran for islands, pre GPS.

[@sparkyboots]

More Jordan please! Great adventure on this video..

[@fredgaither3707]

That's when I joined you guys was in South Africa been with you ever since watched a few of your older episodes that was cool times

[@jerrysmith3515]

I am glad to be back on line again. I missed baby nuggs so much. Brian I know what it is like to have problems with electronic equipment. I replaced my old computer and it died two weeks after the warranty. Bought another one that did the same thing. At least I was not on the ocean. Good luck with your electronic problems.

[@johnclamshellsp1969]

Hey folks, buy Delos a beer or something. Here are some crazy stats. Episode. #385 . Video editing avg 40 hrs per video or 15,400 hrs for 385 episodes. This is equal to 642 days of editing videos at 24 hours per day for 642 days total. So one year, eleven months and like 10 days at 24 hrs a day. That's WILD. Does not include filming time ,equipment setup time, or equipment costs, upgrade, or replacements. Crazy stats Delos.

[@jerrykorf4444]

They probably make minimum wage?? Ok maybe more than that, but still, a lot of effort goes into the videos, plus they have to sail, repair, parent, eat and have a life besides.

[@drx1xym154]

@@jerrykorf4444 - over time it a good investment - plus I am sure they want to keep some of the memories and narration. Fair winds!

[@johnduncan9749]

Everyone's perception of time is different that's why patience is a virtue:)) I change my belts every year and keep the old ones until the next change and a spare alternator with a pulley ready to go is always a great idea. WooHooo:)))

[@ashleighlecount]

The videos from Namibia are some of my favorites. I especially loved the camping trip.

[@Mark-ki7ic]

Lisa and Lizzie ❤️

[@curtisglidden8009]

Thanks 🙏 for putting the intro song for longer, to me it feels like Delos ✌️

[@lotusdolphin]

I’m glad you got everything figured out Brian as always. I’m glad too that you were able to hit land that must’ve been really nice. Always looking forward to the next. Thank you. Sending some California love🤟🏻😎💜🇺🇸

[@tomquinn5437]

Thanks for who you are and what you do.

[@teamhaas7406]

Enjoyable video, as always. I'm glad you were able to repair the system. You make it look so easy!!

[@robertwhittaker6999]

She is becoming more vocal adorable little thing. Every shot you take now we can hear us singing shouting in the background so cute As for those failed instruments, it has to be terrifying at night during rough conditions and dangerous waters Brian, do you have your Sexton stars and you know your winds but it all looks so complicated. Take care be safe all 💚

[@lantastic1]

As a retired boater, sailor, I can personally testify the title is as true as it gets.

[@kevindougherty4833]

Us old skewlers heard how you met the first time. But nice to update the new followers.. much respect 🙏

[@baeschler]

Cool! More wall stories please.

[@garibaldi929]

Your good people helping the locals 😊

[@alanw9677]

Always good to help locals, never know when you may need help. Good karma! Your nervousness at an approaching boat makes me want to ask what preparation do you have if the intentions look ominous? You may not want to air your plan but I hope the captain has one. I had spear guns, flare guns, and bear spray when I used to sail,”a long time ago in a galaxy far away”. 🙃. Stay safe and healthy ⛵️

[@drew6116]

Thanks for the food and drink, see you tomorrow!!

[@timhendley7175]

Thanks for your great wind/sun cheater which arrived today in the mail. Looks and feels vry comfortable.

[@firstlast1047]

I captained a crew boat in the Gulf of Mexico servicing MX oil rigs. Only 20 miles offshore we were frequently approached by fisherman in need of water and food. It was always a two man panga. Brutal, in 90 F degree heat and no shade. Bottled water was easy, but we rarely had left over cooked food. Can goods which we had to open. Yes, we received a fish or two.

[@svdelos]

Oh yeah, those guys are really roughing it out there...makes us pretty appreciative of our "tough days"

[@firstlast1047]

@Trevor Smith Arcane advice doesn't account for finances, limited space, and those random "acts of God" Better to stay in bed and diminish your chances of failure.

[@jascan1489]

If you bleed those skip Jack's out really good, they as good as any tuna. Cut them behind the gills and put in a 5gal bucket upside down in ice water. Or better yet, cut its gills and drag it behind the boat tied off for a couple miles.

[@svoceanrhythms1209]

calmness prevails,..., nice job y'all!

[@MARKLINMAN1]

My favorite sailing channel, been watching you guys from the VERY BEGINNING.

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. Looking forward to see how the damage to equipment is resolved (?).

[@justincase5272]

"I am hungry!" And you just threw that skipjack back... I'm surprised that your different electrical systems aren't better isolated, along with an alarm any time any system (except solar and wind) go down.

[@Notrocketscience101]

By far the best selling channel. I was looking up the ratings and there’s two or three on the ceiling channels with higher ratings but they’re totally low quality content. SV Delos is for a more discerning crowd😮

[@coldnorthadventures5905]

Excellent video, you really find a balance between being a family channel and not one.

[@catherineglanz5514]

Love the Wall of Fortune segment - or is it Wall of Infamy?? 😂 for those of us who’ve followed from the beginning this is a great look back . I’ve just gone back to the Australian season cos I recently flew to Cairns and went snorkeling on Fitzroy island.

[@slamhead]

I've always been one to throw the Bonito back but I recently came across a video on preparing sashimi from them. You bleed the fish right away and put filets in a bag with lemon or lime with diced red chilis. Let it marinate for an hour. Dry the filet and roll it in bonito flakes (Katsuobushi).

[@svdelos]

Oh interesting, that sounds delicious! Maybe we will have to give the bonitos another go

[@jimduke5545]

I’ve only been following y’all for a year or so. I’m not sure I’ve ever seen your electrical system diagram [edit: I found your EXCELLENT Nov 12,2019 video. I had seen it. It doesn’t show fuses/cb ]: is there a fuse or circuit breaker off the 24v bus prior to the 24-12v converter (charger)? From the video, it’s not apparent. I have a similar system (24/12v) with LOTS of loads on 12v but the alternator, batteries and inverter/chargers on 24v. I treat the 24-12v converter(s) and the starter battery charger just like any other load and use fuses to protect all loads. The charger, in particular, runs hot (the blue brand) after using the windlass which is on the starter battery circuit-until I convert it to 24v! (I know, a starter battery should be only a starter battery. I have a jumpstart kit as a hillbilly backup). I can say that I’ve never blown a fuse in the 24-12v charger but I have worried about the heat (amps) it takes after hauling the anchor in a deep anchorage. The 12v AGM is ancient, but supply chain challenges have caused me to put that maintenance off. After seeing your “meltdown,” I am re-thinking that decision. Probably a different failure mode, but same potential failure. You might also rethink the navigation system backup power. The wildly swinging voltages from solar probably isn’t good for the B&G stuff-especially the (critical) autopilot computer. Nugs is precious. Love the channel.

[@thejacobsonproject]

Zihua coming up! Can't wait. We've been vacationing there for over 10 years now. It holds a special place in our hearts. Sounds like you had a nice but short visit there. 🙌

[@ThoughtsfromTOM]

Thanks for the plug for the candy. Worth a beer or two. Also I had just watched the videos on your electrical layouts and thought how important it is to know what does what, when, and where. Safe travels.

[@ZAPN2525]

You're my wonderful family......Love Y'all so much!

[@MichaelNatrin]

Great episode! So scary that the converter failed catastrophically. Hopefully there is a spare way to charge the starter battery. Safe travels!

[@drx1xym154]

anything that can happen... will. anything that can go wrong, will. Murphy's Law, tangent - often at the worst possible time! Fairwinds!

[@roadboat9216]

The sail to Z town from Puerto Madiro was a motorsail indeed. We found the Mexican people good people. Unlike some Central American areas, we never had problems in Mexico. I hope that you are going into The Sea of Cortez. Absolutely some of the best cruising in the world. The sea life is amazing and the people and ports wonderful. A note on Bonito tuna: The trick is when you catch them, imideatly cut off their head, then hang them over the side by the tail. This will drain out most of he blood which is where most of the strong flavor is coming from. Then cube the fillets and pan fry with garlic and butter. Delicious. We found the streach from Z- town up to Banderas bay was a real relentless motor bash with 20+ on the nose. We also had no weather info at all, just HF radio, so had to just wing it.

[@drx1xym154]

I have heard/read similar things with the "Bloody Bonita" fish - where if it is prepared correct (blood drained), it does not taste "soo fishy"! Fair winds!

[@roadboat9216]

@@drx1xym154 Right. I have done it this way many times. Often while cruising, thats the most common catch. And a shame to throw it back. This really works.

[@mdv2043]

Cool video. Just FYI Bonito or little tunny are different from skip jack. Skipjack tuna are actually edible. I know Bonito are too. But skipjack are acuay palatable as where Bonita is strong and fishy.

[@MizzAugust7]

Nobody wants that kind of melt ! When, are They gonna start backing you up with a Fishing Net? That one you lost was painful, still remembered! Good of you to spare Sierra from the ravages of chocolate :) SO Right to be cautious of approaching boats, as Pirates exist still.Counted 24 bullet holes in the hull , dragged into Key Largo once.

[@rotl9915]

when a strange vessel approaches, what you really need to do is ensure they can see that you're armed with a weapon (rifle, shotgun, pistol, etc). then when you've established that they're friend not foe, it becomes easier. also, then your reputation on the seas becomes one of 'approach with caution' because they're armed, and not 'approach anytime you want to'...just some advice.

[@JMGrimm]

Dude! Love the black bar intro!

[@Matthew-ut6ed]

14:44 There used to be a brand of condoms called "Jiffy". Once advertised in the UK with the slogan "real men come in a jiffy"... (Or about the time it takes Brian to change an alternator belt...)

[@GalsOutwestTreasureHunting]

Glad you let the fish go. hello. Used to watch all your videos. Haven't really had time the last 30 episodes. We started our own magnet fishing channel. Anyway, had to check in and see how big the nugget is now. Glad to hear the same theme song. See you have a new crew member now. I'll go back and catch up when I can. I see not much has changed. lol Nugs is still in the tent.

[@aprilsteel9466]

Brian ...forget Battleborn now. Also forget the high priced voltage controlled alternators . Just get a new alternator as big as you can land . Mount it . Put the red wire directly to the battery , start and charge away . The alternator is a voltage supplying device which gives 14 volts out fixed . If your battery is at 13 volts the max it can go to on the alternator is 14 volts . The lower the voltage of your battery the more current will be produced by it. 14 v is good for LFP and lead acid. So the alternator can feed your lead acid and LFP batteries together at the same time and the sooner you swap the less damage you will get. Electricity is the same wherever it is supplied from . Only the pressure of the voltage cause you concerns.These converters are good for a set quantity of current.but if it is variable they don't take much overload without blowing up . What voltage comes out of it when it is connected to the battery ? The trouble with those devices is they can destroy themselves and leave the output with the full 24 volt age and you NEVER want that , it blows up electronics. Make sure that whatever you choose to use to make 12 volts be sure it can never supply more!

[@bobeastburn2266]

I have made that trip from Panama north a couple of times and each it seamed that the next point we made it around that we would be able to sail ( instead of motor sail) Never happened ether time. Close to shore it the way to go..

[@jessiebrader2926]

Zihuatanejo needs at least two weeks, three or more if you are going to Isla Grande as well. I loved it all, amazing people.

[@timwebb8153]

Nice intro screen! Very Master And Commander-esque ... ;~P

[@bubbagail7450]

That would be one of my top worries on a boat just going totally dark in the middle of the ocean. Uh just one of my top worries of many LOL. Take care guys.

[@celticlass8573]

Luckily they know how to do everything without modern instruments, but still very scary! What would freak me out is just being in very deep water. I find even the thought of it makes me shiver me timbers!

[@himelos1]

Zihuantanejo lol I'm happily anticipation a shawshank meme or two. Love you guys

[@jonalirez6710]

Alright... I've been looking for clues the last few episodes but now I have to ask. Brian, what the hell man?!?! You're aging in reverse and look great! Share the secret!

[@dannyfisher9223]

Yet another great episode from the Delos crew!!! Enjoy every moment you guy's share!!!!!

[@SVSecondChance]

I use MX Mariner and a few other apps on my phone to navigate as backup its not perfect by any means but it will help get you to a port for repair if needed. I had a reason to use it on a boat I was delivering to Texas and it did get us there with no problems when we lost the garden.

[@nosreda]

I really need to hear about the resolution of the wiring. I am surprised by the 24>12 converter being connected directly to the alternator instead of the house bank and that it was a converter and not a charger. So many systems at play here.. please give some details.

[@dianekennedy7077]

Just had to do it, I looked this up - The expression in a jiffy was in use as early as 1780. It is a colloquial English expression for “in a short amount of time.” The origins of jiffy are unknown, though there are theories. One suggestion is that it comes from British thieves' slang for “lightning,” hence very fast.Nov 11, 2018

[@caseycreghan4123]

Ahhhh . . . It is finally Friday. Thank you guys for making our day.

[@kraljo1]

I used to value bonito the same way until I tried it on fishing vessel with fishermen that got very excited (WTF?) when caching some. It turns out if you grill them lightly (sliced in stakes) they are very delicious. Secret is to expose them to heat just enough that it is not raw and then season with olive oil, salt and pepper,mouthwatering stuff.

[@garibaldi929]

Tough 😢😮 waaaaaaaaaaaa😅 life is so hard for you guys🧜🏽‍♂️ When s-it happens, for me, I think, Cadillac problems. And for you I think mostly it’s the same. I enjoy ALL your videos and hope for many more. Fair winds ❤️

[@stsomewhereP30]

Great video as always. Amazing amount of damage to that DC/DC converter.

[@RandyWHorton]

Another Great Adventure thanks for sharing as always!

[@jairorojas9436]

Optimism …. “It’s not in bad shape, only broken” in find solid logic in the statement

[@SunshineSailing84]

That's the good thing about windvane autopilots, they work for at least 60% of the time.

[@ScubaAnt72]

Fuses aka 'designed weak points' will save you. Cheap insurance. Love your channel.

[@marklapierre5629]

Woo Hoo! I'm lovin the Nugget. Fortunately the electrical fault didn't set the boat on fire. That would be a bad day.

[@johnellis4475]

don't know if you have a specific engine type but in every case I know the alternator belt goes with the ribber teeth on the inside, (against the pulley wheel) and the cloth re enforcing side on the outside.

[@gregorydamario7977]

Excellent episode. Great Stuff.

[@chuckarrand4281]

Love you guys. Enjoy life!!!!!!

[@SammyTheDitchDoctor]

Thank you for the history lesson on “Jiffy” it’s obviously way faster than “Two shakes of a lamb’s tail” haha. Happy Friday! When a new belt is that damaged I always check the components it’s spinning. Usually something has locked up or a pulley is damaged or something to that effect… out of curiosity have you considered wiring in a second alternator and making that one a 12 volt alternator and just getting rid of the dc-dc converter if it only charges the starting battery? Then you’d have a separate 12 volt system and eliminate additional failure points… (I’m not sure what else uses 12 volts on your boat.. I’m just assuming it’s just the starting system…)

[@everythingexplained]

Apparently the CAN bus (NMEA 2000) devices run on a (the same system as the starter?) 12V system since it and the fans ramp up and down according to wind turbines and solar panels output. I hope the starter batteries are just for the engine and that there is a separate 12V system for the other utilities. Having multiple DC voltage systems must be confusing and error prone?

[@SammyTheDitchDoctor]

@@everythingexplained agreed. I didn’t consider the gauges and the NEMA 2000 system. I was thinking everything else ran on Amel’s factory 24 volt system but I do remember now years ago when he did the gauge, plotting and Wi-Fi upgrades. I still vote for completely separate systems and a dual alternator setup. The less electronics in that corrosive saltwater environment the better I would think..