Boat Life! Being FRUSTRATED in Beautiful places! [EP 98]

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In this weeks episode we go through a VERY wide range of emotions! We flip flop between extreme frustration and extreme cheer and relief. Well at least Khiara was relieved... In a nutshell, we have put days and days of blood sweat and tears into getting the drive train perfect and in our first decent test run having just perfected the alignment and installed the Bruntons Sigma Drive we hear an odd knocking noise... We quickly dive on the propeller to discover that all of a sudden the Cutless bearing has developed some movement, seemingly overnight. Adams initial reaction is to fix the problem and hence we booked a haul-out... though after working over the problems and running it over and over with a few of the neighbors he was convinced that it is not a problem worthy of the $500 USD haul out fee and that further investigation (read Sailing) is required. Much to Khiaras delight the haul-out is postponed and we agreed to see if we can carry a less than perfect Cutless bearing through to our next scheduled haulout.
Oh and the new anchorage was pretty great too!
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@DonMarcoHH 3 года назад

You don't have to paint your prop, but you can grease it with vaseline or special prop-vaseline, which makes sure nothing can grow on it. It does wash away over time, but at least with us, it holds 9 months no problem and after haul out, its still clean. We do the same with transducers and seacocks. I am still binge watching, for the last 5 weeks every episode. If you cant tell, I love your episodes and cant wait to get back on the boat in 3 weeks

@carbarrer6 4 года назад

Adam, you're too hard on yourself. It's impossible to have absolute control over everything happening in the boat. No one, no one, no one could have forseen the alignment affecting the cutless bearing. This is just one of the thousand things happening on a boat... I know it's frustrating, I know. Welcome to the club... Anyhow, good that you come to the conclusion to wait and see. Thanks so much for sharing your line of thoughts, the experience and paradise with us. You TWO take care now, Carlos

@stubluesjhb1 4 года назад

I knew your smile would prevail. Your stories are much appreciated. Keep safe and have fun.

@Valden23 4 года назад

@ 15:54 Indeed, Gingers are not designed to be left to lie in the sun, but some are designed to be gorgeous in every way and this is a very acceptable trade off. :-)

@paulfritts8621 4 года назад

You can put a bag over the prop if anchored / moored in the same location for a while. I haven't tried it but it was suggested by the late Patrick Childress, Brick House, as one of the way he kept his prop clean.

@colingrant7355 4 года назад

Paul Fritts RIP Patrick

@adammallerman8153 4 года назад

I used to do that on my Catalina prop in the marina. Bit of a pain getting it on and off but worth it for long stays

@Verdigris. 4 года назад

That sounds like a pretty good idea. Plastic bag and a zip tie. What I don't understand is whether the aquatic life that grows would already be present in the bag when you sealed it. Seems like a plastic bag would not offer much resistance to the prop if you did need it in an emergency. Awful about Patrick Childress.

@RoyClare 4 года назад

What a great knack you guys have for radiating optimism in a world that’s frankly a tad weird right now. More, please! 😁

@anngallagher6069 4 года назад

Great to see you both entertaining us when you can’t really go anywhere! Thank you and keep smiling 😍

@billroberts9182 4 года назад

I don't mean to give advice you don't really need, but... My brother had an aluminum boat building company for 30 years- he impressed on me to change the zincs earlier rather than later! Even tho a zinc looks serviceable or partially consumed, change it! The electrolytic damage may not be seen by the eye, and the zincs do protect critical parts. Buy spares and don't wait a year to change them! The integrity of that prop is very important and zincs are cheaper than a tow/prop replacement, etc!

@sinclairearl 4 года назад

If you do to cutless bearing . Pull the shaft and throw it into some vee blocks to recheck for straightness. Also check your earths and electrical leakage , that could be fizzing away your anode.

@SteifWood 4 года назад

Yuuup. 1) Just reading on Wiki, "When you replace a drive shaft on your boat, it is also a good idea to replace the cutlass bearing where the drive shaft exits the boat." 2) The seeds @16:37 is most probably Terminalia catappa seeds, also known as sea or beach almonds. They tast somewhat as real almonds when ripe (though acidic), leaves are slightly medicinal, but mostly cultivated as an ornamental and shade tree.

@lets_go_see_ 4 года назад

Painting is a good idea. When cleaning the hull you migt want to invest in a diver's cap. The head covering when diving. Some of the little critters tend to migrate towards your hair and ears. Ear infection is a bother.

@joerosasco5306 4 года назад

As a painter who’s starting to learn about sailing, I was surprised to see that you guys put the boat in the water so soon after recoating a few episodes back instead of letting it cure for a couple weeks. Curing is the most important part of the process in addition to product choice and often times allowing to cure in the most extreme of temperature like peak summer allows the paint to easily withstand at least those conditions.

@chrisayles1679 4 года назад

I love the way you two laugh your way through perpetual adversity.

@timothysmith2128 2 года назад

boat maintenance, it happens when you schedule it. The prop and bottom, brush scrape and maintain. Harbors are just that, they harbor waterbourne microorganisms. Sail fast or motor, clean the bottom, when at anchor, clean more often. Lists help, as you age, it will be invaluable. Cheers mates, No drama's

@marksumner2292 4 года назад

Finally all caught up and loving this channel! Popped up in my recommendations, chuckled at the boat name and started at EP1. Great to binge watch as you really see the channel grow, the editing get sharper, the shots more creative and everything just gets that little bit more polished. Feels like watching early SLV but with added lift equations!

@billparker4211 4 года назад

Hi Kiddies, Nana Joan and I finished watching EP98, Adam from one engineer to another, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" Put it on the list for next dry dock. Keep smiling and Enjoy.

@SailingMerewether 4 года назад

Sailing = fixing boats in paradise haha. Loved it guys

@cliffmainor4255 4 года назад

You two continue to be awesome! Only thing better than Khiara's smile would be Khiara smiling at the camera in that white bikini we were teased with a glimpse of! Adam, I feel your OCD pain, brother!

@robertdunlop993 4 года назад

Nice to see Adam remember his shoes this time even though he wouldn't have needed them :)

@jamesbaldwin2866 4 года назад

Great time surfing your episodes. Adam, your geekiness is more than made up for by Khiara's good looks and amazing disposition. Lucky man! Don't let the mechanical/electrical snafus get you down. You're learning your boat. Nice job sorting out those shaft issues. You'll get ahead of the problems eventually. You're doing it right. Boat is good, but old enough that it's normal for things to need re-fit level attention. Go over everything, stem to stern, in anticipation of problems. Like you're doing. If it ain't broke don't fix it, but if it needs maintenance/overhaul do it before it craps out. Probably stuff and systems you can toss. Simplify! Good that you're on the boat so you can work on it everyday, but don't work on it all the time! Sail the darn thing! I came upon your videos after seeing the interviews you did with John Kretchmer (which were terrific). Liked what he said about the first thing he thinks when something breaks is 'how can i get along without this?'

@GrampalettasCamp 4 года назад

I sewed a bag to place over the prop after use. It has magnetic strips to keep it closed but Velcro would also work but not as well for remote removal. Keeping the water nutrients away from the prop stopped all barnacles. It has a grommet and line attached led up to deck. I tie it off to wheel so I can pull it and remove bag (remote removal) from on deck if I need to start the engine quickly

@GrampalettasCamp 4 года назад

Use a very tough material because barnacles will grow and cover the bag. Nylon for example and scrubbing will get them off

@brucedemoranville4577 3 года назад

It’s a big job to do on land. In the water would be a nightmare. I spent 6 hours pulling and replacing. Luckily my friend had the proper tools.

@gras4744 4 года назад

I agree with Frank. Let it go until further notice. Use that $400 and buy Khiara a nice dinner. Keep smiling and sail on.

@mattsb99 4 года назад

The joys of boat ownership. Only equalled or surpassed by the joys of home ownership. What a fabulous beach! Carry on!

@johnrathbun3028 4 года назад

Sir, you are correct that when you changed alignment on your shaft it took tention off your prop axel and the Grove that wore into your cutlass bearing started to let your prop flop so to speak. If you are going to take your boat out of the water to change your bearing may I suggest to check the level of your motor on your boat. Take a small ruler and check the heigth of your to your motor too the motor mounts and make sure that they are all equal heigths. You should have adjustment nuts on the shafts to your motor mounts. Try to keep them as short as possible, but not to short. It will cut down on vibrations from your motor. Myself I would find the shortest one as in motor mounts and adjust the other mounts to that height and recheck your out-put shaft alignment to make sure that you didn't through it out of alignment. Than put in your cutlass bearing and you should have no more problems.

@jaydog5223 4 года назад

Millie's way of reminding you she is the boss.:)

@trevhedges 4 года назад

Very nice guys! Thank you!

@johndavidson6867 4 года назад

A video I enjoyed immensely, Adam you are not going to pick up every problem first time every time, I think you have been great at what you do. I was going over some previous comments, how Adam is so lucky to be with Khiara, and I agree, but why, because Khiara found the man that fulfills her life in the same way. I fully believe Adam and Khiara complement each other in so many ways, I'm sure that they have disagreements that we don't see which is to be expected. I still love to watch their interactions as they go about life. Hope that you get to really get out sailing soon, and looking forward to seeing the updates. Take care and stay as safe as possible.

@adamdiakowsky4026 4 года назад

The dramers of that cutles bearing from the stern tube Is Never Ending. Really glad to see you nutted it out Adam. Persists definitely pays off, but I'm sure you would rather to see it run a little bit more smoother for you. In terms of mechanical happenings. 🔧 Keep the dream alive guy's. 🔩😊👍

@francinegolbeck3116 4 года назад

Nice video, I ran my sailboat with abt 2 mm play with the cutless for 2 years before changing the cutless, to have some play is not super critical and will not cause any damage as long as the driveshaft-engine is aligned. Fact that you have a flex coupling also gives you more reliability. Your prop noise, it is just that, a prop noise, and you probably get used to it, every prop has its unique sound signature.. You are ok Adam, soon you will know your Boat real good and you will graduate from an apprentice to a Master ! cheers P&F

@ianandjanechivers 3 года назад

For years we put Trilux on our prop (which never really worked), it was suggested to us to apply loads of waterproof grease. It’s cheap and it works and we have never looked back. Just a thought...Keep up the good work, we love watching your videos.

@averagejoe1943 3 года назад

I love your attitude, even when things aren’t perfect! I have enjoyed your channel during lockdown in the “backwoods” of central PA, I want to sale everything, and buy a boat!

@peterfrebold 4 года назад

..... "need to be on task" .. task on hand is being with your beautiful girl enjoying your surroundings, relaxing living the alternate lifestyle you have chosen ... is it that you are not comfortable with your own thoughts and need a project to distract you ... only later in life did I discover that it was not necessary to be constantly busy, or as you put it be on task .. wish I'd arrived at that point earlier in life as in reality the time we have is rather minut in the grand scope of things ..... I don't have time for this means it does not rate very high on your list of priorities ... high priority, you do what ever it takes to make time .... it is all choices pure and simple .. .... love how the two of you are such a team ... had to laugh at the "are you happy little miss bean counter" and the happy dance of joy that followed with that huge smile ..... thx for sharing a peek into your lives ..... as always .. never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .... have fun be safe, save our oceans .....

@James_taylor810 4 года назад

....... why use sentences when ......... disjointed...... mus..ings can wo...,..........rk.................?....

@CasonovaCorkClub 4 года назад

*Prettiest Girl on You Tube!!*

@edkleinstuber2119 4 года назад

I've been saying that for some time now. She is absolutely #1

@helihead11 4 года назад

WALT if I said that as many times I’d like to I might be reported , ha

@anngallagher6069 4 года назад

Such a natural beauty!

@PaulBKal 4 года назад

And there ends my binge watch. I have to WAIT for the next episode. Let’s see how I cope with that!

@allied1394 4 года назад

Prop speed is the way to go on shaft and prop you’ll be impressed with the results

@svdoinitright7519 4 года назад

Prop Speed is fantastic, except for the cost.

@cecilpacetti1491 4 года назад

I think Patrick Childress would agree. RIP.

@barbaralane9825 4 года назад

Wonderful video. Quite simply, love you both.

@wadejameson6168 4 года назад

Sometimes, after having so many things going sideways for a considerable length of time.....a brain tends to start looking for problems where there probably isn’t one. I drive 100,000+ miles a year and Ive been there, where everything is wrong or going to break or some such silliness. All of a sudden I’ll hear something or think I feel something. It gets to me sometimes. I really try and just trust my repairs and inspections. Remember what Captain Ron says....”if it’s going to happen, it’s going to happen out there, Boss”. Enjoy your times and trust that when stupid stuff breaks, you’ll be able to handle it.

@alejandrovanags4948 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your videos. Really entertaining. You guys are doing much better than Sailing into Freedom. Those poor guys got chased out all around the Caribbean

@nonaparker564 4 года назад

So it looks like it’s fine !! It must be so frustrating doing all that work in the boast yard and still feel that there is a problem. Maybe now it’s righted itself or you’ve found you don’t need any more hauling out! Love the video

@jimmusson 4 года назад

Hang in there guys. The prop is still attached and it's a beautiful place. I am stuck in North Carolina staying at home to be safe.

@AnthonyCribbs 4 года назад

After binge watching your entire video series in three days, I have to tell you you both are amazing Ben aka Adam lol hold on to that girl because she is an animal not only does she bake bread but her work ethic is amazing. Remember at the end of the day it you both are a team and you can accomplish everything thru love and team work. Adam also quit being so engineering on a boat it isn't a lab with controlled areas your floating home is its own little sphere of its own. Love the series and Ki your laughter is contagious lol I was expecting to see you snort when you get going but haven't heard it as of yet.

@tiborkiss9186 4 года назад

Guys, i understand the trouble with the cutless bearing... on the other hand: you are not in a russ - not like someone taking two weeks holiday from job to sail. Take your engine as if you had an electric drive - and use only at anchoring. This way the cutless bearing does not matter - and you can focus on your important things. Take advantage what you have: time. Very best regards.

@kevinreed8041 4 года назад

You have done well enjoy your channel. I think the new comers are stepping up, yours, Sailing into Freedom, Sailing GBU and the always interesting Sailing Sophisticated Lady

@goodiesspeedmarine6783 4 года назад

always entertaining love the videos!!

@rodbowes5309 2 года назад

Was it just me that noted Khiara's hand releasing the anchor and thought 'Oh heck, what's she going to bruise now?'

@LucMaes-123e-learning 3 года назад

Its wonderfull to see you laugh and enjoy most of the time. Yes maybe the engine was running so nice because the seal had a good grip by the new allignment. Did you ever expermiment with you're parachute ancher aside you're boat to temper the rolling movement? It did work out fine for me at sea. It just needs to be a few cm above the water.

@m2pozad 4 года назад

You know the good times are lean when not hauling out is as good as it gets.

@TheMorganMonroeShow 4 года назад

Absolutely love the countertops. That is absolutely amazing. There was a guy here on RU-vid and he was showing everyone how to do that. Yours is spectacular. That being said, he cut his hair? He full on cut his hair. I know, he did it a while ago. But I missed that episode. Then I said I was going to go back after you reminded me and I did not. #DepressionSetsIn lol

@bushcraftohio7320 4 года назад

NO man alive could say no to that smile... safe sailing u 2

@manfredschmalbach9023 4 года назад

@smiling millenial falcon realigning an engine aboard a shaft drive does mean You gotta rebuild the shaft drive (cutlass/stuffing box/dripless/thrust bearing alignment) because the wear already happened does accelerate the "new" resp. "other" wear starting anew considerably. Bummer not having done it in the first place, but You realigned Your engine just round the corner lying at anchor .... not the situation to realign/renew cutlass and the rest anyway.

@brettjamz3 4 года назад

That counter looks amazing

@ianscott3180 3 года назад

Milly will be a good buy some day when you move on.

@webheadusa9377 4 года назад

Don't let perfect be the enemy of good! Unless there is positive evidence that the Cutlass bearing work must be done asap, then monitor any change in movement & Cutlass bearing wear whenever you jump in the water to check the anchor setting or just hit the water to cool off. Khiara, did Adam just call you a bean counter? Well, you coulda fooled me, as I think you are more of a financial advisor than an accountant. :¬) Webhead USA

@Neilhuny 4 года назад

Goodness me! Genuinely surprised/shocked at approx 2 mins plus for Khiara's piece to camera - she looks very 1950's glamorous! (Think Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly). T'aint right, t'aint what we expect, t'aint normal (for a sailor). Ditto through to 5 mins. I have been a bit snotty about people commenting about/watching because Khiara is in a bikini or wetsuit; so tacky - and yet here I am saying how much I admire her! And I thought I watched this for sailing, travel etc. Hey, Adam (Bill to your friends) - you look great, too, especially that moustache of yours. It should have it's own RU-vid channel.

@Neilhuny 4 года назад

PS Craig is great! I hope your shaft is good for a very long time, Adam.

@perevalenti391 4 года назад

HOLA PAREJA, HAN HECHO UN MUY BUEN TRABAJO HASTA AHORA,Y YA VA SIENDO HORA DE CAMBIAR DE BARCO A UNO QUE ESTE MEJOR Y ASI DISFRUTAR DE BUENOS MOMENTOS.MUCHOS ANIMOS Y FUERZA Y NO GASTES MAS DINERO.

@Lesexplorateursamateurs 4 года назад

Adam careful with the windlass! don't touch the chain while it's turning! I broke my finger last year doing exactly what you were doing... Very awkward and very painful.... Afterward I was truly sailing single handed ;)

@MikeHarrison3266 4 года назад

Wings and a frigging big jet engine, ok a bit noisy and you may not be able to have sails up by golly you will fly along. 😉😍😂

@sharonlabrecque6084 4 года назад

Mourne Rouge is a beautiful bay.

@jerryfield5815 4 года назад

Any play in your shaft is worth sorting out. You may look into the integrity of the prop itself could be as easy as one blade that's out of wack.

@pkane5472 4 года назад

Khiara got some beach time while Adam ruminated on all his boat projects that weren't getting done...

@smplyizzy 4 года назад

Sorry but I enjoy your all projects and you getting the better of the situation (which I know you will).

@paulmapperson176 4 года назад

Watching Adam cringe as the suggestion to not fix something properly is too funny. As an engineering person there's fixed or broken. Grey isn't a colour is it? Thanks and enjoy team.

@superformOG 4 года назад

yeah i was going to say there was some play but its nothing that is worth hauling out immediately for, i have seen way worse cutlass bearing wear

@glennedwards1449 4 года назад

Your Sigma drive sounds like something Red October has :)

@whitevanman8703 4 года назад

A couple of interesting boats behind you 3:10, other boats are also interesting especially the unusual or old ones, also the people and stories that go with them. Maybe some brief footage and commentary would be a good addition to your videos.

@erickbourraine1897 4 года назад

The fruit you had is called almond in some.of the islands of the caribbean but is not a cashew almond. At least in Haiti the cashew is known as Pom Cajou, if you google it you will se pictures. The cashew nut actually is outside of the fruit in a cashew apple fruit. Pretty weird looking fruit.

@TimTimTomTom 4 года назад

And don't eat the nuts raw!

@georgegarnet3516 3 года назад

Great job guys, however you don't tell us where you are currently? Which part of the world?

@ktd9 4 года назад

Go back to Carriacou....everything is cheaper there...😍🥰💁‍♀️💁‍♀️

@MikeLoveBuns 4 года назад

Watch sailing ⛵️ sailboat video! Everything in time works out on your sailboat ⛵️! ⛵️😘 Mike from Missouri

@numbnut257 4 года назад

You were mentioning about anchoring in water depths and forgive my ignorance, does that area have tides? If so how do you find out for each area?

@leeh.4453 4 года назад

It's not broke until it smokes.

@nightfury1318 4 года назад

Think your next episode should be on milking almonds 😎. Jk good video as usual and keep having fun.

@englishmaninfrance661 4 года назад

Khiara , you are NOT a ginger , you are a strawberry blonde . Like my oldest son :)

@mayflowerlash11 4 года назад

Why do you try to alight the output shaft from the engine and the hole in the hull? And maintain a waterproof seal. I think this is rather difficult. Why not install a flexible connector or a universal joint so that the two shafts don't need to be co-linear? The seal in the hull would not be compromised.

@kiltedskipper 4 года назад

Hey there. Love your channel. Just saw you replaced your clutches. I have the same ones on my new boat but have not been able to fine new ones. Where did you find them?

@SailingMillennialFalcon 4 года назад

We got them from an Aussie supplier in store (southern seas marine) but if you’re not in Aus then Garheur should be able to send them out directly I think.

@johnwestacott9455 4 года назад

Prop Speed for sure

@lakehunter48p55 4 года назад

No such thing as perfect, just good enough. No such thing as new car, you drive it off the lot- it is used. think about it. :-)

@raygorinski4422 4 года назад

Prop Speed the only way to go, ive tried everything else!

@tiborkiss9186 4 года назад

Hey, since you have a coupling which can tolerate up to 3 degree differnce in allignment, why bother with some cutless bearing play? the coupler can smooth it out, no? i understand that it will wear out with time - just like everything.

@Verdigris. 4 года назад

That's a very good point. The cutlass bearing is rubber. If the engine and shaft are aligned and made of harder stuff, then the rubber will wear to a new path. In times this noise should settle down.

@robertmills794 4 года назад

Adam, is there an adjustment to the cutlass bearing? Are you able to tighten it down a bit? Is it leaking at the chafe seal?

@brandonroman4415 4 года назад

first guys! hope you're doing well! my 24footer is basically ready for the water! hopefully I can learn enough in Lake Ontario to prepare me for the oceans! ANY nooby advice would be lovely, cheers!

@notwhatiwasraised2b 4 года назад

Why you don't have more sail out in the glassy water intro clip?

@goulash75 4 года назад

Adam, surely the appropriate footwear for that beach was none?!? Not going soft on us are you mate? ;)

@drake1636 4 года назад

get rid of engine. invest in some oars.

@mikehurley5052 4 года назад

Welcome village idiot.

@Verdigris. 4 года назад

I'd love to see them do an electric motor retrofit, but I can see that is hardly practical for these two on a budget.

@georgehawkins5266 4 года назад

Use silicon antifoul for the prop.

@chrismadden74 3 года назад

Order the new parts and do the job when on your next hard.

@jamesbaldwin2866 4 года назад

PS: I'm not the James Baldwin that sails Atom and has written about his experiences, done videos, etc.. My boat's named Elf, and I go by Jamie, although for some reason RU-vid just identified me as James.

@andrewbowlgarte4738 4 года назад

put your nerves aside and try , save money if all fails then haul out

@bobbates6642 4 года назад

Gee that one second clip of the very hot girl in the white swimsuit was nice . I wonder who she is . I think short of your boat being at the point of sinking or catching fire you should have at least three things that need doing before you haul out.

@javierbetancourt9388 4 года назад

100

@AllMyHobbies 4 года назад

I think you should listen to that guy. I think your being way to picky its a boat and your motoring it will have noises. And its a sail boat after all so you just need it as a backup and its not like that problem will stop you from being able to use it.