Wild Raw Water Pump Repair: Chuffed Adventures S01Ep13

[@johnturner2175]

A stop at a machine shop would Pull out and press a new one in in about 5 minutes. That’s the kind of place you would find near boat yards gas stations and so on.

[@marshalwhitehurst7358]

As others have said that shaft bushing ought to be replaced at this point but if not at least pick up a spare just to have around later,,,best to have and not need it then get caught without it ! Gotta love youtube now days,,,I wish we had it 30 years ago.

[@Dayofthetriffids]

That is the best video on water pump repair. Thanks for helping me with my own pump issues.

[@VetTails]

Oh thank you!!! Glad it was informative!

[@joshuadavis2156]

Happy Valentines

[@misterprofessor3511]

You are such a strong, intelligent and wonderful woman. You have got an enormous number of positive qualities going for you. I have been watching since the beginning and I haven't seen you display anything remotely resembling a negative quality. On top of all that, you help animals in need! Give yourself a large pat on the back for being a good person.

[@VetTails]

Wow thank you so much! Hope you are staying chuffed!

[@misterprofessor3511]

I'm Canadian, we do not get chuffed, but we do stay happy!

[@harryweyer2174]

I’ve got to say not only are you quite capable in maintaining your gear you are also easy on the eye which makes a huge difference from seeing beer guts and overweight captn pubwashes perform surgery on mechanicals with endless narration and tangents,I really enjoyed your content cheers.

[@VetTails]

Great to have you on board!

[@mikeferguson2828]

Having done a few of these myself, some advice I can offer is strip the shaft out completely and replace both bearings and the seal together. You need to remove the circlip and then knock the shaft on the impeller side to take out the shaft. This allows you to waterpaper sand the shaft to take out the small ridge where the seal fits ( developed over time). Replace the bearings and I use a right sized socket to knock them into place then the shaft and it’s done. Enjoy 😊

[@VetTails]

Awesome thanks mike! Maybe not so scary for me to tackle after all!

[@gking5522]

Agree

[@MrZachalewel]

I love seeing people rebuild rather than replace. Good on ya

[@VetTails]

Yeh much cheaper and great to know how it all works!

[@markandrews8731]

Great job! I would like to suggest using mineral oil to wipe down your rusty pump bracket and bolts to stop the rust and ease removal next time. Mineral oil leaves a protective barrier that isn't greasy or sticky. It also cleans the motor grime and keeps it looking fresh. Wiping down the tools will stop all rust also. Thank you for the great videos!

[@VetTails]

Oh awesome idea! I think I am going to do a big vinegar wipe down to remove as much rust as possible and then do a treatment - mineral oil is a good/cheap option and should be easy enough to obtain here in central america! Planning on doing another episode when I do the engine 'clean up'

[@allynonderdonk7577]

Globe Marine makes a blue run-dry impeller, so if they make one for your pump you should get one. They are usually about $10 more than a normal one but are 3 times more durable, and last three times as long. Also they can run dry for about 90 seconds before they start to burn, a time that can destroy a standard neoprene impeller. You can naturally see the benefit of not having to tear down the pump all the time, and not destroying the engine and exchanger.

[@VetTails]

Ah great idea will look into it!

[@spinaway]

I admire your tenacity and willingness to tackle any jobs, the one small piece of advice when replacing seals it to lubricate the new seals with a bit of silicone grease as this helps to locate them , also lube the impellar as this will stop it from friction burns for the first few seconds before water reaches the same, as for the oil filter you should lube the seal with a finger full of new engine oil. subbed.

[@michijimc9753]

Thank you for producing your videos documenting your life aboard. A lot of people dream of this lifestyle but few act on it. My hats off to you for “taking the dive.” A word to the wise on your oil filter. You should take a drop of oil and lubricate the black gasket on your oil filter. This helps the gasket to seal smoothly and sometimes will keep it from destroying itself by bunching up. Since the gasket in your filter was described as being loose applying a drop of oil to it is something to carefully consider. If it’s at all possible try putting some oil in the filter before installing it. When an engine is first started after an oil change the filter must fill up before the oil travels out into the engine. Finally, as a former boat and mold builder for Tartan Marine, I would consider getting a kit to relocate your oil filter to a handy bulkhead. If you decide to do this please get one which mounts the filter vertically with the filter opening facing up. May fair winds fill your sails and may God always keep your keel wet. Safe travels!

[@wammdriver]

I'm a marine engineer, just happed by. I thought I could see play in the shaft (side to side at the impeller end) when you have the seals out. If so the new seals will work but not for long because the sideways play in the shaft caused by wear in the bearings will cause the new seals to wear quickly.

[@VetTails]

Thank you for the advice, I have received extra info about the bearings and how I can test them so think I will try to get that done ASAP! Especially since I have them here ready to go, and got some advice on dealing with the rust too! Thank you for watching and sharing your knowledge!

[@skipperandy8081]

Wow, again you amaze us. A mechanic on your boat, an angel for the animals, n you're cute. There are probably numerous sailors on your channel that would be, or are already willing to pay a million dollars to sail away with you. There'll be a line on your dock tomorrow. Great job, keep up the good work both on the water and onshore. The animals love you n so do we, all your followers!!! Wishing you the best,..... Skipper Andy

[@VetTails]

Thanks so much Skipper Andy for the kind words, and I really do feel so blessed to be helping animals along the journey. Stay Chuffed!

[@DDuMond1]

Your the best Sheddy, compassionate, adventurous, sweet, mechanically inclined and easy on the eyes!

[@VetTails]

Oh thank you so much! Hope your staying Chuffed!

[@robwestern7702]

Remember the boat brings you freedom so don't forget to use it beautiful vet chick x

[@VetTails]

Yes my paperwork is close and should be free from the marina soon!

[@robwestern7702]

Vet Tails' Sailing Chuffed it's all good beautiful vet your doing a magnificent job as always im

[@robwestern7702]

Vet Tails' Sailing Chuffed sorry I'm sure when you know it's time best for you you will fly free on your journey no matter where it takes you xxx

[@MajTom-wd2yt]

Nice job Doc...as noted, dielectric grease on the seals, emery cloth on the shafts, a small set of deep sockets would help press the seals on evenly w/o damage, also may help with bearing install. ⛵️👍

[@VetTails]

Thanks for the advice, Stay Chuffed!

[@p.d.smithjr.3277]

Nice work. Having the bearings on hand is very good. No reason to change good bearings. Bearing lube will keep them fit! As you work on components rust conversion and paint should be part of your routine!!!! If you do that regularly your motor will start to sparkle. There is two good reasons other then vanity for this, when you work on the motor you will not get dirty, and problems will be easer to find early. Clean equipment can be a joy work on.

[@VetTails]

Great idea about using some rust conversion as a routine, I would love to not get so dirty cleaning the engine! Thanks for the advice and for being part of the Chuffed crew

[@mysurlytrucker7510]

The rusty holder is fine a light clean and it will be fine its a solid bit of metal.

[@johnasumaa8644]

You are a very resourceful and gutsy woman to tackle those jobs. Very impressive work.

[@VetTails]

Thank you!

[@PCB_Life]

You are unbelievably talented and real pleasure to watch. Smart, talented, fun and resourceful! On top of which you love and take care of animals!

[@VetTails]

Aw thanks!!! Stay Chuffed Jim!

[@mayflowerlash11]

You need a small vice mounted to a substantial part of the boat. The vice holds things still while you turn a spanner, smooth with a file or cut with a hacksaw or knife. But good job with what you've got.

[@VetTails]

Love the other comment, oil transfusion, and good idea re getting a vice too! Thanks and stay chuffed!

[@Sailingon]

Stripped my pump today ready for a rebuild and uploaded a video. Took me a while to realise the large nut on the shaft is the opposite thread. Helped having a cheapo battery impact wrench to get it off but should have used a pice of wood or something soft to put in the slot on the shaft instead of a spanner, I made burs on the shaft that I've had to file off.

[@VetTails]

Haha yes! I didn’t realize either until recently what a pain’ no wonder I couldn’t get it undone...

[@superdon1chw]

we put stuff like that in the oven heat it up to 350 and it comes apart a lot easier remember to remove all plastic and rubber parts first and use oven mit while you knock out bearings

[@VetTails]

Thanks for the advice, Stay Chuffed

[@williamf.ryanjr.8599]

I didn't see any knuckle busting with the engine work. I didn't see any cuts at all. Very impressive with the engine and the animals. ❤👍👍

[@VetTails]

Yes the job went surprisingly smooth!

[@waynedoeblin6801]

Girl verses boat part three?Again,boat zero,girl up another one👍 The animal kingdom thanks you Doc Sheddy,you're a hero😊

[@VetTails]

Haha thank you! Yes so far I am winning, but I think Chuffed is too!

[@CheersWarren]

Hi , great to see an animal surgeon with no fear tackling a typical mechanics job! But a spay or neuter would be scary for me!!!!!! FYI a small Allen key might be an alternate tool to push out the seal too. If the bearings felt smooth but tight then no need to replace especially as you have spares and as you said don’t over tighten the belts to damage the bearings. Westerbeke supply a small amount of glycerin to lube the impeller , a good idea for a dry start up! The pump is designed to let the water drip out the back and the O-ring just keeps the water away from the bearings. some pumps without brackets, direct engine mount, have seals to keep water away from the bearings. The mounting bracket will last for ever with a repaint it’s only a bracket! Diesel oil gets dirty looking very quickly so is not a good way to judge it’s condition , hours is best 50-100 on small diesels used infrequently. I love what you are doing for the animals , thank you Warren

[@VetTails]

Hi Warren, thank you very much for all the advice, I think I will spend some time sprucing up the engine soon! Stay chuffed and welcome to the crew!

[@harveyg845]

Great video and nice job on the seals and oil change. A general rule of thumb about bearing and this is true of ball and needle bearings alike, if you can spin the shaft ,while applying a little pressure against the shaft, and the shaft does not feel gritty or like its being kinked, then the bearings are good. Also if there is a grinding noise from the pump area when the engine is running you know its the bearings.

[@VetTails]

Ah that is great to know thank you! will give it a test one day soon!

[@tomas5376]

Good job! I always kept a spare water pump onboard along with many other extra parts. My onboard “hardware Store” saved a lot of other boaters bacon as well!

[@buzzylogic]

Very impressive, only thing I would comment on is that it is recommended that you put oil on the filter seal, to help with removal when it comes time to change again.

[@laurentfroggy6631]

You don't stop to amaze us with your hardcore boat projects... Well done Doc... Thanks and best from HKG

[@VetTails]

Thank you!

[@rhinooz1]

Gone that far you should have replaced the bearings too. It wold have taken another 15min. I'm doing mine right now. Thanks for sharing

[@SailingMalie]

Great video Dr Sheddy. You're doing well with the boat maintenance. As said below if you spin the shaft and its not smooth then the bearing would need changing. If it felt smooth then probably okay. I think you could do it if you tackled it methodically as you have with the rest of it. When you put your new oil filter in a smear of oil on the o ring with your finger just helps it slide on better and easier to remove in 100hrs when you do it again. Love your work. :-)

[@VetTails]

Great tips thank you... I will investigate the bearings further the biggest problem seamed to be getting them on and off again! Stay Chuffed!

[@noelg5783]

Boat jobs and Hilltop Hoods. Nice and I like!

[@VetTails]

Haha only a few people have ID the music so far 😂

[@noelg5783]

It should be a question when applying for citizenship in a kind of music trivia play “name this band”. Signing off from the Gong. Keep up your great work.

[@williamwurthmann1573]

I purchase at least two of all water pump replacement parts at home before my trips. I found it less expensive and handier. I love the idea of the medical tools, good on you mate.

[@VetTails]

Very good idea to buy ahead of time, you never know when youll need it, and inevitably will be somewhere remote! Thanks!

[@marins7810]

Hello there good job! the spring inside the seal will rust at a point and break , replacing it with an o-ring will give the seal extra life span!

[@VetTails]

Ah awesome advice thank you!

[@acamar704]

You're a Chuffed superstar, Dr. Sheddy.

[@VetTails]

Oh thanks!

[@allendabold5611]

Good job on the pump . I think you should get a new pump and bracket soon before a long travel.Once the shaft becomes pitted it will just eatup the new seal.The bracket looked very pitted and weakend . Deasles tend to shake and vibration will take its toll on the bracket.This pump cools the engine so without it your dead in the water and you could over heat and cause big damage. So replace the pump and bracket keep your repaired pump for a spare and pitch the old bracket. Chuffed on the ranch.

[@VetTails]

She is a vibratey old engine, hoping when I am in an area with more cruisers I can find someone to give me a hand!

[@jcf6597]

Great job on the water pump. A small bit of vaseline on the orings will make installation easier and also make it less likely to damage them. You can also buy the orings for about 1/10th the price at any industrial supply business, and you might even be able to pick the bearings there too for another great savings. As far as the bearings go, I would either figure out away to replace them on board or carry a complete rebuilt pump as they can be viewed as a consumable item which tend to fail at the worst moments.

[@VetTails]

Yes very true, the rebuilt pumps are actually pretty expensive, so will look into replacing the bearing further. Perhaps when I have access to a machine shop to assist with getting the bearings off the shaft!

[@mobiltec]

It looks as though you are as good a mechanic as you are a surgeon. Keep up the good work.

[@VetTails]

Thank you! Means a lot coming from someone with your knowledge!

[@richardmason902]

Well done Sheridan , smear some fresh oil on the face of the new cartridge seal & it will seal better. I also like to turn the motor over with the decompression lever activated for a short while to get the new oil around the bigend bearings after an oil change if at all possible. You may need a second person for this -- depending on your setup.

[@VetTails]

Sounds good! Thanks for the advice, Stay Chuffed

[@SailingTranquilityBay]

Way to kick ass Sheddy! Nice work!

[@VetTails]

Thanks guys! Finally have some photos of me surfing will put on on the facebook later for you guys to check out!

[@bru864]

Looks great. As you become a better mechanic you’ll have more confidence in your boat. Your an amazing woman doc.

[@VetTails]

Yeh totally agree, stay chuffed!

[@GrinsInc]

Thank you for posting! You have probably long ago considered if relocating battery is feasible/ valuable? So gentle... watching and hearing you whisper and connect with the patients.

[@VetTails]

Yes it is something I need to do I jus don’t know where to put them! Thank you and Stay Chuffed!

[@geetee50]

I pulled my Barings off a 2gm20 pump with a 3 arm puller, a great tip when putting the new ones on is put the shaft in the freezer for half hour and they will slip on real easy.

[@VetTails]

Oh awesome ok! and it went pretty smoothly? Were you using a vice or similar or just the 3 arm puller? I would love to get them done so maybe this is how!

[@arottie4097]

Thank you again & again for doing what you do Dr Sheddy! It really does matter sooo much!!! Be well & we'll see ya next week!

[@peterinthegong9437]

Hi, good on you for tackling this important project. A couple of comments if I may based on marine experience. If you have time on your hands while at anchor take the time to throughly clean the pump externals and the mild steel holding bracket. Those metric bolts are cheap so get spares n toss the old ones if the heads are rounding. I would carry a brass wire brush and I would galmet spray the bracket and all parts that can rust. Your other pulleys are showing signs of rust in the V grove section and believe me, that will chew out V belts. I would carry pieces of hard wood and a few sections of soft wood, say 200 mm long , 100 mm wide and 40mm thick. These are handy for tapping in new seals ( a base) and bearings. Always use a long socket to press or tap in new seals and bearings and always on the outer race when pressing them into the housing. Not so when pressing bearings on to the shaft. Be generous with the lubricant when reassembling. I have seen the underneath side of a sump rust out from salt spray from leaky hoses n pumps. So, take the time to wipe your engine over and clean and repaint areas that you can get to. Ideally, you don’t want one drop of salty water anywhere on the externals of your engine. That’s also difficult with the heating and cooling of your engine plus the fact that it’s sucking in salty air. When putting the rubber impella back, try and wind it in, IN the direction it naturally turns. The rubber blades should bend in that direction. I noticed that you are sucking the old oil from the dip stick tube. They make other sucking pumps that have a small tube that goes into the dip stick tube and ALL THE WAY TO THE VERY BOTTOM of the sump. Sometimes sucking old oil through the top of the dipstick, your leaving old oil below the bottom of the dipstick. I assume you wet the new oil filter oil seal with oil before tightening it? I’m not criticising your work, just adding suggestions.

[@VetTails]

Hi peter! Appreciate all the great advice, might do a big engine maintenance rust repair type day soon. And yes I didn’t film the bit about oiling the new filter but luckily new about that step! Thanks again, stay chuffed

[@aircurv6279]

Great job! To press the bearings in or out, a large C clamp, along with some blocks of wood, can be used in place of a press.

[@VetTails]

Thanks for that, I have seen something done similar to that on KZbin! Stay Chuffed

[@thesunreport]

The only advice I can offer is that there is a special type of grease that is suitable for use with rubber seals (maybe a little pouch came with the seals)....always a good idea for longevity and to help keep the seal....maybe?? :) *the only really fatal downside when changing bearings is when they break apart on removal...the middle part can come away and leave the outer ring siezed into the housing...in that case you might need some gas/heat to help remove it (when the outer housing heats up it should help it come away from the bearing). When putting new bearings back in....put them in the freezer for a few hours beforehand...that way they will shrink a little and that should help them slide in no problem.

[@VetTails]

Thanks so much for that awesome practical advice! I will tackle the job when I have some crew members for moral support!

[@thesunreport]

No worries and Good Luck!!!..Thanks for the reply. :)

[@brianmoore5498]

use your long screwdrivers tip to touch the waterpump while the engine is running. put the end of the handle firmly to your ear and listen as if its a stethescope. be careful of the moving belts. a badly worn bearing will sound quite noisy and grinding. you can monitor it over time and determine if the sound changes. a terrible bearing will slow that components pulley and possibly make the belt squeal or stretch prematurely. changing the bearing isnt a big deal but should be done with a press or at least a good c clamp and carefully because it appears your pump is made of brass which is a soft metal. have a fine week!

[@VetTails]

Great advice and listening like that sounds like a skill I might already have! Thank you!

[@brucedeane8]

Crikey, on top of everything else you're a mechanical wizard as well ... my water pump sank with my boat in 20 fathoms of the briny deep and as far as I'm concerned it can stay there ... two best days in a boat owners life ... the day you buy it and the day you say goodbye to it ... mind you, in between those two events can be a lot of fun ... you stay groovy youngen

[@VetTails]

I have heard that from a lot of old salts! Thanks for watching

[@brucedeane8]

you're a good egg ...love watching your stuff ...thanks for posting

[@johnturner2175]

A socket may have been workable to push on the new o-rings

[@smokindauberdoo4204]

Thanks Doc and please take care of yourself & your healing hands :-')

[@VetTails]

Always do thank you!

[@edsondantas7179]

Parabéns doutora pelo lindo copinho bonito de mininia linda

[@rondejoux8006]

Hi , You may already know, the hole in the pump is put there so if the seal should leak water will escape and not get into the bearings. You did a great job , I am a mechanic and could not have done any better. Great video.

[@VetTails]

Thank you. I assumed as much but good to know for sure! One of those things I understand a lot better now I have had to pull it apart a bit! Any tips on the bearings?

[@rondejoux8006]

@@VetTails Re bearings, I would have spun the shaft when the pump was apart if all felt and sounded smooth i would say ok. If they are about to fail the pump pulley will get wobbly and noisy.You will get warning. Take care.

[@JustAskingAndCurios]

Doing a great job doc...

[@trolling4dollars816]

You are the best looking Yanmar Tech of all time

[@VetTails]

Haha, I wish I was a yanmar tech!

[@sailingwayward1691]

A vet, a pirate, and a mechanic in training? It just doesn't get any better than that. Thanks for bringing us along on your adventurers. It's great to see how much your confidence is growing in dealing with the boat. - s/v Wayward

[@VetTails]

Yes slowly but surely boat jobs are going more as planned! It is fun to learn and feel more confident!

[@MrRourk]

Such a Saint for saving the bacon!

[@VetTails]

Hahaha, indeed

[@nedman3692]

Great job

[@bobhamilton298]

Love seeing you use surgical tools to do mechanical work. Been using forceps to get into tight spots for a long time. Some of those hooks look like they would work great. Going to look into some of them for my own tool box! Very cool...

[@VetTails]

Ebay/Amazon a cheap spay/neuter kit for all your tool needs hehe

[@utbelegs]

Good job on resourcefulness even if going about it the hard way. Just remove the small snap ring at the back(pulley side) of the pump and tap the whole shaft assembly out with a small ball peen hammer ..small little taps it'll pop right out. The bearings are usually rusty or if not,at least should be repacked with fresh grease..while the shaft is out replace both seals,remember the garter spring faces the fluid you're trying to contain. Since this is a shaft with lip seals the shaft is probably scored where the seal rides directly on it..unlike a mechanical seal, but maybe you'll get lucky and have a clean shaft. We do these pumps frequently at our pump repair facility all the way up to large Cummins, Cats, Man, John Deere, Volvo and smaller such as Fisher Panda,Westerbeke, Onan and Yanmar and many more. I'd be happy to answer any questions except pricing as i don't have my books in front of me..ballpark only. Keep up the good work!

[@VetTails]

Thanks so much! We later did pull it apart using the technique you described! Will message you if we run into trouble in th future!

[@swashfrogsailor]

Good job! It’s one thing to throw parts at a problem with a nearby source of replacement parts, quite another to do so while cruising remotely. This is when maintenance deferral becomes an art form. In a perfect world, and this goes for every circumstance, a part would be replaced immediately before it might imperil the system or the safety or security of those who rely on it ~ but not sooner. It’s perhaps more important to be familiar with the individual component or system in proper and diminished function than actually replacing a part before it’s service lifespan is diminished. Sometimes the gradual degradation of the component may impart a “story” which prompts preventative measures in the future. There are exceptions of course, such as how a failing component might progressively contribute to the damage of another component within the system, etc. This comes with experience. I think you did very well to limit the scope of your pump repair as you did. The trick now is to maintain awareness of the pump without succumbing to needless anxiety. I learned while I was out there that it’s more important to maintain a sense of awareness and an ability to adapt tools and parts to a specific need than carry duplicitous spare parts purely to assuage insecurity. FANTASTIC episode! 🤙🏼

[@VetTails]

Awesome comment thank you. and describes perfectly how I was feeling. I felt it was better to have a working pump, with perhaps older bearings, then one I have pulled apart and don't know how to rebuild! Hoping to tackle the bearing at some point when I am in a spot with more experienced cruisers around who can lend a hand. Thanks so much for being part of the Chuffed crew!

[@RoyClare]

Inspiring, as always Sheddy. Staying chuffed. 👍

[@VetTails]

Thank you!

[@gonagain]

You did a nice job of it, but it always cracks me up seeing you use your surgical implements along side of the mechanic's ones.

[@VetTails]

Hehe yes sometimes its about sticking with what you know!

[@austingode]

Use some surgical gloves when working on greasy oily stuff like that .....and Californiakayaker is right the bearings are very important and should be able to be sourced locally however you are doing very well ... re bearings the pump housing is bronze and will dilate when heated usually allowing the bearings to be removed easier , but a machine shop locally would not charge very much to do the job im sure , it should only be half an hours work anyway sending you all the best I think 💭 what you do with your boat and helping the animals is fantastic

[@VetTails]

Thank you for the advice!

[@trongod2000]

bearing pulling is actually doable but explaining it in text is pretty hard. I do have some useful information for you. IF you can clean a piece of iron of all grease and oil it can easily be restored to pre-rusty condition by soaking the rusted piece in white vinegar. It will leave the iron looking black rather than shiny but the rust will be gone. That will slow any reappearance of rust.

[@VetTails]

Great advice thank you! Will do a bit more engine care over the next few weeks!

[@andybrown8660]

What a super video! I admire your ability to take on so much with such a wonderful smile. I found myself clicking subscribe almost instantly. I think every challenge in life just makes up a better person. Sometimes taking on something we have never done (forced learning)can make us feel quite accomplished.. Keep up the wonderful work with the animals as well. I cannot wait to see what other adventures you have ahead of you....

[@VetTails]

Thanks Andy and so happy to have a new member on the chuffed crew! Welcome aboard!

[@saschaeuler7883]

great job....great update , for the next time you should put some oil.. can be new or the old one on the oil filter seal before you put it back on , never then less great job love your episodes specialy because i love sailing and your vet jobs bring great memories back of my childhood when i whas assisting my mother she also is a vet...se ya next time

[@VetTails]

Oh that’s so great your mum is a vet too! Such a great profession! Thanks for watching and for the advice!

[@saschaeuler7883]

yep....so similar to your job because she is a mobil vet...so im loving how you use the same enviroment operating or paching animals at their own home.Great job on you girl.

[@brettstevens9677]

Great job, you did extremely well. be proud of yourself.!

[@VetTails]

Thanks! Stay Chuffed!

[@smartcard1234]

good job, a veterinarian and boat mechanic ....

[@jasonm7804]

Your freakin' Awesome, one talented individual. Thanks for sharing and safe travels.

[@VetTails]

No worries glad you enjoy the journey!

[@carlmic7]

You are amazing! thank you for such caring moments!

[@VetTails]

Thank you for being part of the Chuffed crew

[@davidnelson3411]

Great episode. Very impressive mechanical skills.

[@VetTails]

Thank you!

[@johnmccormick175]

Great video!..your a very talented lady in so many ways,thanks for sharing ;-)

[@VetTails]

aw thanks so much!

[@cigarmann]

To be a great scientist/vet you have to understand engineering,,,,kudos on your abilities!

[@douglasrobbie7394]

Nice work on the raw water pump. And the surgery. As far as the oil filter, at least for you, the location of the filter is awkward. You might consider an oil filter relocation kit for better accessibility and no oil spills. For a Yanmar it runs around $55 plus shipping at etrailer dot com. Other site have them as well.

[@VetTails]

Ah good to know! Thank you and stay chuffed!

[@hiersche49]

Definitely The cutest mechanic on the Pacific, but I am reminded that a true surgeon would have gotten those seals replaced by going through the exhaust pipe. All kidding aside you did a great job. I wouldn't worry to much about the bearings, they will let you know when its time.

[@VetTails]

Haha yes that is very true, Nike and I had a few good jokes about stern tube repairs... thank you!

[@Nixontheman]

Well done! Only things I didn’t see was lubing the seals before installation and smoothing out the shaft where the seals ride. 👍

[@VetTails]

Good tips for next time thank you!

[@Nixontheman]

👍 just message me anytime, happy to help.

[@jeffb4969]

You go woman! Awesome stuff!

[@neilmcgregor4312]

Should do the bearings the rust is probably from them ,good luck see you out there 🤑😃

[@VetTails]

We did eventually do those too!

[@daylefound9313]

Hi again. Rule of thumb "if you're pulling something apart that has bearings, replace them". They should be cheap if they are standard size. Not very easy without a small press but still a good idea. I looked online to see if it has a mechanical seal which should also be replaced, but I couldn't confirm, although I did confirm the cost of a new pump :( .

[@VetTails]

Thanks you, I will get those bearings done soon!

[@daylefound9313]

In my working life as an electrical engineer (before I retired), I had many many roles, one was to develop an analysis system of reporting where failure predictions were paramount (which included bearings). The absolute fall back rule was "if in doubt, chuck it out" as a failure at the wrong time wasn't acceptable. That aside, I am impressed by your resourcefulness. Cheers

[@johntripp2028]

You put a little oil on the oil seal on the filter then hand tighten.

[@tomerlevi6961]

My favorite channel

[@VetTails]

Aw thanks!!!

[@markbernier8434]

suggest a tube of silicone grease to add to your stores. Surgical/dental/veterinary tools are very helpful. I've found a surprising number in stores similar to Harbor Freight. Presume these didn't make QC but lots good enough for the tool chest.

[@VetTails]

Yes definitely a good idea, putting my old surgery tools to use! Thanks for the advice!

[@dashaB-sl4pu]

I'd do the bearings asap now but only if you have access to a press, don't underestimate the pressure it takes to change a bearing and wouldn't attempt it with minimal tools, good luck

[@VetTails]

Ok, will look at getting them done next time I have access to a machine shop!

[@dashaB-sl4pu]

Just a handy hint for hard to start motors is an ether start spray can called "Start ya bastard " here, see if there's a CRC equivalent product there, it's really good gear and don't mind the smell either, at least you can get a bit of a high doing the crappy jobs I guess

[@dashaB-sl4pu]

Have a look to see if you can access one of these tools-[Harbor Freight Bearing race and seal driver set # 95853 ] or something similar when go to do the bearings, I've not long finished modifying my bearing press here in Aus and use one of these kits with it but ours are through Machinehouse tools, we obviously don't have Harbour freight here, cheers

[@johnandronaco1045]

You are awesome

[@VetTails]

Aw thank you! Stay Chuffed!

[@tooheys_pils4196]

“Still smells like bacon”. 😂 absolute gold! .I had to clean my screen after spitting my drink over it... a warning would have been nice 😉

[@VetTails]

Haha sorry, glad you liked it!

[@haripatel2586]

omg this is the best channel

[@VetTails]

Aw thank you!!!

[@Capt182]

That Sailor sure can chuff an engine🙂👍

[@VetTails]

HahAhaha, hope you’re staying chuffed!

[@blueboats7530]

Bearings: I'm in the camp of ideally they should be replaced, but only when you have the ability. My suggestion is that after you have the tools for this or access to them, do a "training" on a derelict pump from someone's scrap pile, not to renew it but to learn how to remove and re-install the bearings. If you are going to be doing boat maintenance yourself, you will always need this skill. The most important things to remember are: to never hit on the opposite bearing race to the mounting race you are trying to move, and when pushing on the mounting race make the force even all around, don't push hard just on one side, this is where wrench sockets, pipe bits, holes in wood blocks come in.

[@VetTails]

Yep, thank you so much for this comment and descriptions. Great idea about the pump, and I’m hoping when I’m in more fruitful cruising grounds I can get an old salt on board to go through the job with me!

[@whyme8068]

I'm going to have to throw in some surgical tools into my toolbox😂. Nice work as usual!

[@VetTails]

Haha yeh they come in handy!

[@allengrant]

@@VetTails Yep! Back in the day (50 odd yrs ago), we used curved hemostats in all manner of repairs, AND for something entirely different, as well ?

[@todloeffelholz5815]

I probably would have done the bearings but the old ones are probably ok I always change fuel filters when I change the oil

[@VetTails]

The fuel filters were done around 4 weeks previously (girl VS boat episodes) but normally would do them all at once too! Thanks for watching and the advice, stay Chuffed!

[@hyperchannel4048]

Grab a new one , the price has dropped to a fifth now. Keep one replacement pump on board. If you keep a used one make sure that the slipringseal is greased so that the slipringseal can not stick to the rod by time otherwise she will fail during the first turn. This also happens if she didn't turn during the winter season for a long time. The new one comes with a new shiny holder. The old pump will fail again. Scratches on the rod reduce the lifetime of the slipringseal. Too much tension on the belt wears out the bearings. Do not overheat Janet. She is so proud to be with you. She was invented exactly for this purpose. Give her the ability to support you with the power of more than 30 horses by just turning the key. By the way, never try to repair the internal coolant pump of Janet it is a wear part as with almost all engines. Check the bulbs filaments of the control panel and the functionality of the oil pressure sensor and specifically of the overheating detection sensor. If overheating has been detected stop the engine and do not cool down to fast by unblocking the water inlet and restart bevor cooling down. If the cooling system is not leaking and the water flows, change the thermostat you should have one on board. A defective thermostat can cause high temperature but also too much cooling, which causes very high diesel consumption. Stay healthy everybody !

[@hyperchannel4048]

Sorry the price is still high, only fake shops dropped the price !

[@chrisgraham887]

Who makes that hand pump? Mine is huge and not particularly effective! That looked like it worked quickly and efficiently. Thanks so much and I really enjoy your videos!

[@VetTails]

I honestly don’t know came with the boat, I assume if you look up pumps for Yanmar you could find it? Thanks for watching!

[@chrisgraham887]

I'll keep using mine until I can find something comparable. Thanks again! Great channel!!

[@paulbennett7743]

Good on you. Use some petroleum jelly when putting those seal in. Also, well done btw, great video.

[@VetTails]

Great advise thank you!

[@Audische]

Awesome job with the repairs ! where is Joel ?

[@VetTails]

Joels actually back in the states, and for now I will be Captaining the boat with crew. Stay Chuffed!

[@davidjensen9035]

To change those bearing is quiet easy. To press out the shaft use a large socket with the nut on the shaft side. if you don't have that any pipe that fits over the bearing with a washer will work and screw the nut back on to drawl it out. With that type pump you can tap out the bearing from the opposite side using a center punch or screwdriver and hammer just work it out gently being careful not to mark up the side badly a little scratching is normal and will not hurt anything you can sand or file that out. To press the new bearing back in just use a socket the same size as the bearing outer race and tap that sucker in until it is flush with it originally was. Re-assemble and you are good to go! PS use oil or petrolatum while assembling it will make things go together easier. I know you got it all back together and working this was meant for the next time you have to mess with it.

[@VetTails]

Awesome advice, saying it like that sounds totally manageable! Will watch a few more KZbin clips and go from there!

[@davidjensen9035]

@@VetTails sorry wish i was there to help! I have to do things like that all the time. i like finding unconventional ways to accomplish tasks. Good luck! Love your channel!

[@ПравовойКорабльюридическаякомп]

Great woman!

[@billroberts9182]

Did you remember to use dishsoap when putting the impellar in? I was told to put some grease on the hub of the impellar to assist removal later on.

[@VetTails]

I 100% forgot!!! Definitely would make things easier, and thats a good idea about the grease too

[@richardmason902]

Rubber grease is what I use. Dishwashing detergent foams and the pump refuses to work

[@richardmason902]

rubber grease -- detergent foams & the pump doesn't work.

[@billroberts9182]

The dishsoap will be swept out of the pump housing in a matter of seconds- it is only a temporary lubricant to assist getting the impellar back into the housing so I don't see what the problem would be and I've never had trouble. I thought grease would eventually wash out too, but my mechanic friends said to use a little grease rather than a tiny dollop of "never-sieze"so I didn't experiement with any changes. The impellar is pretty durable if it gets water right away after starting the engine- if you forget to reopen the thru-hull and you run it dry for a bit you'll have to re-change the impellar!

[@richardmason902]

palmolive dishwashing liquid definitely foams in seawater & impeller won't pump , necessitating another strip down -- a little rubber grease as lubricant until the water takes over is the answer