Who needs the makeover more: my sailboat Karl or me?

It`s time to fix my sailboat! Messing around with the rudder and getting some antifouling on the hull | Untie The Lines S7E06
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Ahoy everyone!
My name is Nike and I have been living and sailing on my sailboat Karl since 2013. After a massive refit marathon, I finally cast off the lines and learnt to solo sail my 37-foot Reinke Super 10 that I called "Karl". I am publishing videos (at the moment every two weeks) about the ups and downs of living, repairing and sailing my boat.
Since January 2022, I have a new permanent crew member: my furry friend Boga. When I started out, I did not know much about boat repair or solo sailing. Since I am still out there, I hope that my story inspires others, to chase their dreams, even if they might think they are not cut out for it. There is always a way, so I'll see you out there!
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Thanks to everybody who has supported the creation of these video and has shared this epic adventure with me so far. It would not have been the same without you!
Lots of ocean love, Nike🧜‍♀, Boga 🐾 and KARL ⛵
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[@grantpeachey6908]

I remember a young lady in Panama sitting on the ground and crying wondering if she had made a wrong chose, vid is still up .what a journey you have made (unty the lines) 10 years i beleave (and KARL WELL say no more-may the love of god fill youre sowl be happy stay as free as you can love ya

[@TheWibbo]

Drill tap and install two grease nipples 180 degrees apart on the bearing nut on the rudder stem

[@jabberwockytdi8901]

roller bearing on that application seems wierd, most boats have plain bearings? bound to fail prematurely with out fresh grease

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

​​@@jabberwockytdi8901 Its low speed moderately high loads and subject to the sort of forces you get on bycle and Motorcycle stearing head bearings encounter.. ie twisting ..pull push and turn ...so its cheap and cost effective .. A pair of Taper needle rollers would be optimal location and rotational wise.. but an oolitic bronze bush would also worl as long as its large enough and well greased. Basicly 6 monthly or yearly greasing by injection or repacking any bearings. Lithium boat grease... boat trailer Axel grease also works. 😊

[@mikefetterman6782]

Carl needs it, you look perfect. No worries. Happy sails.

[@mikefetterman6782]

Port Angeles WA hellos.

[@JurgenStrauss-ow2ge]

Nice to see Maria back again !

[@keithh3463]

Carl sure is looking good. Oh so much work!

[@DavidBridger1]

I love seeing you Get Stuff Done! You're bloody brilliant! Bravo Zulu!

[@TomGillis-wx1wr]

You might put a zero fitting in there then you could just grease it annually. Lots easier and cheaper

[@paulhunter8486]

PB Blaster works wonders with some patience. I have not gotten it to work for me yet...LOL. But my buddy swears by it. I just swear using it. Oh, not answering the question...but will comment on it...we can be told time and again how beautiful we are but it is our inner beauty that recognizes our outer beauty.

[@velocita6907]

I have been following you from the beginning, and I know you have heard all the accolades before but it needs to be said that you are one amazing woman!

[@RoyClare]

I’ve been in your virtual crew since Ep 1 …. you’re amazing, Nike. And Karl too …. 🎉😊

[@Mechone11]

That bearing housing should have a grease zerk installed so that fresh grease can always be applied flushing out the old grease and giving the bearing 4 x the life.

[@BoatingJourney]

We've been watching you from the beginning (remember the hanging mold?) and wow Karl had treated you pretty good and visa versa. You have learned so much over the years - we're so inspired by you. Safe travels!

[@yachticus]

with Total Boat helping - thats a blessing - they have really good support to the cruisers community

[@dm1g]

Nike, you're beautiful, as always!

[@TotalBoat]

It's looking so so good! Great work!👏✨

[@tujuprojects]

You’re correct. Having a steel bit in alu boat and salt water makes it corrode through your bottom.

[@faelsinnes]

Well I don't know who needs a makeover, I've been hanging around with bikers fot the last15 years , when touring abroad the expression a t shirt has four good sides has sort of stuck. Karl is looking good and you are smiling and appear happy, so that's good enough for me.

[@stevenm6592]

You need pampering just as your boat Karl does. Take time for you.

[@richardneu6582]

Hallo, ich liebe solche Videos die authentisch zeigen das so ein Lebensstil nicht nur Sonne blaues Meer und entspanntes nichts tun bedeutet sonder immer wieder auch harte Arbeit wenn auch manchmal an den schönsten Orten der Welt. Meinen Respekt wie du da ran gehst.👍👍🎩 Leider muss ich mich immer ganz stark an den Bilder das gesprochene zusammen reimen da mein Englisch stark zu wünschen übrig lässt 😂🙈 VG

[@jonathanvince8173]

To preserve the bearings again I think you need to put Zinc on the dry post part above the bearings to help preserve the bearings. May need Zinc below the water line too.

[@ghreyy1]

I am thinking grounding wire too. I wonder if the through hulls wired?

[@johnthomley1657]

I remember installing my rudder on the way to launching after doing a refit in the boatyard in Ventura. Things do get hectic especially on a Friday afternoon! I forgot to seal the rudder mounting plate to the keel, just bolted it in place. When under way the stern dug in and the sea water came in at an alarming rate. Once I cleared the harbor entrance I pointed her down wind and shut off the engine. The stern came up a bit and I was able to remove the 4 bolts holding the mounting plate and get sealant applied to the top of the keel. Bolted the plate back in place and the sealant oozed out all the way around. No leaks!

[@tas32engineering]

Always amazes me when someone who cannot do a task finds a way around it. Handing onto a grinder to cut a bearing takes a certain person. Nice delegation . Also rudder removal.

[@CheersWarren]

Nice to have a proper rudder bearing but with no way to remove what a pain. If you can find the waterproof grease it really works and does not get washed out ! If not a grease nipple in the top cap with a relief port 180 deg away might allow occasional greasing! Glad to see Karl getting done love , now we just need some for you❤❤❤ Cheers Warren

[@ckh2815]

Based on the appearance of that dry rudder bearing, I would put in a Zerk fitting and grease it often. You may never have to change it again. It might take 30 minutes to do.

Been a fan from day one,, you are Fine, spend the money on the boat... He was a hell of a lot of work and Love... Congrats on almot 100k subs, Wooo Hooooo

[@paulklebaum1682]

Definitely Karl. Although his bottom is looking almost as great as yours!😁

[@markmark2080]

Worked on a lot of different machinery over five decades, know the frustration of dealing with 'hard' parts in awkward spaces... Karl's looking sharp, Boga's chillin, and you look lovely as usual... Best wishes from Colorado, as usual.

[@davidstephens1092]

Hi Nike. just a little tip for you. Bearings are made from very hard material and can sometimes shatter when hit. I noticed at 3.32 that you didn't have any safety glasses on. I could be wrong but that bearing appears to be a taper-loc type with a taper on the shaft sleeve that matches a taper on the inside of the bearing. I was taught the easiest way to remove them is to loosen the retaining nut till the end of the nut is level with the end of the taper and then hit the nut toward the bearing. If there isn't already a grease nipple on the bearing support, It would be worth putting one there while it is apart so you can clean any drill shavings out. Also when looking for a non fluffy paint roller if you ask for one with a short "nap" pronounced nape in most English speaking places. I believe it is "der Flor" in German. It is great to see you making the effort to do a job properly.

[@MicBruise]

That guy who used a grinder to remove the bearing is clearly a disciple of Alexander The Great (of "the Gordian Knot" fame).

[@SuperChriscunningham]

Rudder maintenance very important. The sailboat Misty I crewed on the rudder broke in half on the way to Mexico. Just age of the boat I guess. A transom hung rudder.

[@rickchollett]

Here's my two cents: Karl can't take care of himself so he needs the makeover. You on the other hand are a different story. Your combination of self-confidence + independence + salt air + sunshine + exercise + natural beauty + wonderful attitude toward life bump you quite a ways up the beauty chart. You smile is always a plus (and lights up your videos) and I'd be more than happy to buy you dinner someday should our paths ever cross. But not mentioned is your shorts; now THEY really need a makeover! Do you ever accidently put your foot through the wrong hole when getting dressed? Big hug from Texas!

[@anglachel7407]

Good job! But - please remember to wear eye protection, and keep all flammable things away from places where you deal with recalcitrant parts. And keep the Grand Persuader handy :)

[@aktrapper6126]

Great to see you getting Karl ready for some more adventure. Your paint job / anti-fouling job looks fantastic.

[@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738]

Don't forget to consider purchasing a welding blanket to help contain the sparks. Play safe from Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada.

[@markfoster6110]

She is a keeper . Alwyjust wonderful . I have spent msny an hour with stuck bearings . dissimilar metals . Oh the engineering world is not as easy as it looks

[@bogsplash8612]

Nice job Nike...with a little help from ol' Joanna /Maria. I am surprised at the state of that bearing, it shouldn't get that way so soon after the last fix.

[@Coyotehello]

Lots and lots accomplished in what seems like record time. I know what you mean. I do not know what the previous owner used as primer and antifouling and it is waking me up at night. I think it might have been Some Petit paint as there were can of that around the yard when I bought the boat but it cold have been from a different boat. Karl is ready for new adventures! Yeah!!!

[@jeffdege4786]

People with no experience of metal hulled boats don't realize the danger posed by dissimilar metal shavings in the bilge.

[@craigkepchar2619]

Your a beautiful woman, and there is nothing wrong with getting a makeover; but Karl did need it more for sure. Thanks for bringing us along for all the jobs. All the Love, All the Power

[@cvs8545]

Loved the episode. As always!

[@deepdivedelight]

Great job lady!

[@ezequieldiaz1950]

FELICITACIONES !!!! GRAN TRABAJO !!!!! REPARA BIEN EL TIMON PARA PODER NEVEGAR EN LOS MEJORES RUMBOS CAPITANA !!! TE MANDO UN GRAN SALUDO DESDE ARGENTINA !!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lloydbrown9327]

Wow! What a woman! I need a lady like you to go sailing ⛵️! I know boat projects...you don't know sometimes what you are getting into! I also had to work on my rudder, before I put my sailboat in the water. They don't give you much room in the stern! Hopefully you will be putting Karl in the water soon! Stay safe from the east coast of Canada 🇨🇦 🙏

[@Andy-gb4yr]

Wow, well done 👏🏼👏🏼

[@ianmiles7916]

A classic WSP episode. Boat work is never finished and over the past decade no problem has been insurmountable. Even the gas torch work has been done by you this time. Would be great to see a crew attack Karl in the future and get him in A1 condition, inside and out. But then again would that be the essence of WSP?

[@manuelafellner5865]

👍👍👍super gute Reise👏👏👏🙏

[@jrehtil1494]

Great job

[@stevehartley8162]

Nike, you have truly inspired me to go sailing. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️⛵️⚓️⛵️

[@robertbartelmes7623]

Nike: with that New Antifouling on the bottom, as my Daughter would say when she was really young ... "All Better." You Do Good Work. - Bart

[@grantpeachey6908]

PS say hello to Maria she is a right arm

[@SailingWorldonWater]

Fix the boat first as you need it safe. You can do your personal makeover later when you are happy and confident all is right in your world.

[@ckh2815]

Try your own makeover and see what difference it makes. It won't hurt to do it.

[@GoPoundSalt]

Karl is forever cognizant.

[@scotthaley8070]

You have some very nice people following you 😉

[@michaelrobinson8915]

You are a wise woman who cares for countries. Eco systems, life, nature, the earth, knowing when introspection seems important as set aside for better living. Being a teacher, with an educated heart for world council, a friend to many... bendiciones...m

[@michaelrobinson8915]

And you sail!

[@michaelrobinson8915]

Dont get me started...blessings...m

[@heinermeyer-klamroth7895]

Moin Nike Ich glaube ich habe schon vor Jahren geschrieben, dass Pendelrollenlager mit Klemmhülse keine gute Idee sind für diese Anwendung. Normal löst man auch die Klemmhülse in dem die Nutmutter einen Gang gelöst wird und diese dann heftig nach unten geprügelt wird. Gruß Hein MK

[@Schaneification]

You are a pertty girl . Now Karl need to come out of the Water for a good year to have a complete make over !

[@individual_alias]

I'm impressed, again. Nice work!

[@sunline24]

Karl is looking good with his new paint.

[@vingreensill]

Huge progress!

[@2000jago]

Looks amazing. Good job!

[@otter736]

Thanks much for the video !!

[@sergionavarrete7728]

Tengo un velero y quisiera hacer lo que tu haces ,eres mi ídola, me encantas

[@aliciaspence5974]

Should Read 'sailboat, Karl or me'

[@TomcatCockpitPOV]

Hopefully this is enough for a bracelet in San Salvador... but I heard they can be pricey.

[@njbaskipper]

Well done/ Bien hecho

[@steal0119]

Great Video!!!!

[@jonathanduehring]

What I really want to know is how long those shorts will stay up? I thought when I saw the title maybe you were getting new ones.

[@chhindz]

Nice to have new bottom paint, wonder why you did not feather the paint chips on hull sides or just take all the paint off there.

[@joegilly1523]

We could use Karl ,loads of flooding up my way from Debbie. Neither,both just right.

[@jonathanvince8173]

I wonder if Use Hammerite paint may do anti fouling? Not sure if good for sea or not but it is used to preserve metal in the UK perhaps not good as some may feel textured.

[@davidjgarner3242]

Try Kroil Oil

[@neilquigley1030]

Hi Nikka, I've been an avid subscriber of your great channel since the very beginning. Partly because of your example, I'm about to head out for a couple years of Caribbean cruising - I retired 6 months ago and the boat is ready - untying the lines in 3 weeks!! I plan to post some videos - I love your low-key videography style - can you please tell me what minimum GoPro accessories I will need to get me started? Also, what editing program do you use? (I have a MacBook) Thanks!

[@JayDee28]

hatten die Chips eine oeligen Beigeschmack? Respekt.

[@tahirsargin8236]

👏👏👏

[@enriquelaroche5370]

Have you investigated materials or coatings that will make that bearing removal easier next time? No Oxide or Penetrox are used in similar situations.

[@SuperChriscunningham]

Hi I would like your perspective on buying a used sailboat. South of the border there’s some boats I’m interested in. A seasoned skipper what would your key considerations be. Size and beam and other factors keel type steering etc. my intentions will be to sail south very soon.

[@Cptnbond]

I noticed a rectangular section at the hull near keel joint that covers the hull plate about 50% of the length of the keel. Is that plate there to strengthen the attachment/weld for the keel forces, or is it some old repair of the hull itself? Just curious. Cheers.

[@Ramenscooter]

Wow all this time I thought Karl was steel?

[@emilybh6255]

Why doesn't Karl have more of a keel? It looks like all the boat has is two fins sticking out on he port and starboard side. Where is the weight at the bottom of the boat to prevent capsizing?

[@driesjottier5014]

for your information:...black antifouling might attract orcas... I don't know if you know the stories of Gibraltar, the Portuguese and Spanish coast and even Bretagne and Scotland !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Unfnation]

You, like Karl never ask for some pampering and a bit of good loving care. Allow me to be a bit forward. You need to soak in a tub drawn for you with some epsom salts and it needs to be warm when you get in, but it has to grow hotter. It needs bubbles. This is important and if it's fragrant, that's good. When you get out, you need someone to wrap a terry towel bathrobe around you, and whisper in your ear, "you are loved". Then gently guided to the table where you can lay down with a nice crisp white sheet over you and just breathe for a few minutes. Roll over and find the place where you face can rest as the sheet is drawn down to your hips. A moment, then the warm hands covered in oil touch you back. Slowly moving up to your neck, the strong hands move your muscles to and fro in a gentle release and you let out a sigh. Over your shoulders, your lats, pushing up from your hips, each caress brings relief to the pains you didn't even know about. Then the sheet is withdrawn completely and you starle, but then you feel the massage moving up your legs, over the calf, up each thigh and all the trepidation falls away with the sheer warm comfort that flows from hands to body. You feel the sheet move up your body and a very gentle kiss, just on the nape of your neck, lets you know it's time to rest and then, get up to work on the next show.

[@skaraborgcraft]

Closest you get to a makeover is a wet sponge............and none the worse for it. Those bearings shouldnt fail like that, what if any type of grease was used, or is it the same old problem of dissimilar metals in contact with each other, in an electrolyte? Karl looking better for some TLC.

[@larrystokes9193]

KARL,

[@greghapp8837]

Mix equal parts automatic transmission fluid and acetone for an excellent penetrating fluid

[@ckh2815]

Why use 4 inch rollers when you can easily get 2 inch ones?

[@craigbaxter6144]

use a jack to lift it why hitting shaft with hammer

[@BobbieGWhiz]

Nothing’s easy.

[@Unfnation]

You.

[@1SAVASK]

only karl need makeover

[@sunrey1938]

or me

[@smokindauberdoo4208]

Nikki you are such a beautiful woman/person 1😍😊

[@svgitana2499]

Nicht du! 😊

[@arthurme1911]

You should get some 1 to put a grease nipple on it then u can grease it when u need to

[@robertcarkeek8391]

If I were to make you over, I'd take you completly apart and meticulously put you back together . Every didget fiddled exactly were it was, every limb, and your various accouterments. A fresh coat of bottom paint, then maybe a wet sand. I wouldn't paint your llps. I'd look at you silently, thinking to myself, "Now this is a Woman properly done"!!❤

[@paulb5907]

It would be a great idea going forward if you fit a couple of grease nipples to that bearing assembly grease them regularly and the bearing will never fail again you could use a stainless bearing with 2 rs rubber seals to keep the water out as well also silicon based water proof grease so this won't wash out , lots of ideas there any combination will save alot of grief take it easy

[@seanthomas2989]

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