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LIVEABOARD: Installing A Rainman Watermaker On Our Sailing Catamaran (game changer) 

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Water water everywhere and it is all salt water which does not do us any good (except to float on) UNTIL NOW! We recently installed a Rainman Watermaker (aka desalination unit) aboard our boat and can now desalinate salt water!!! Here is the link to the Rainman website for more info about the watermaker we installed. bit.ly/Rainmam
*According to Rainman the output of this unit is 26-37gph depending on water temperature. We have been seeing the high side of this output scale in the warm Caribbean water.
*Everything that we needed for install came with our rainman unit including valves, fittings, filters, filter housings and mounts, pex tubing, even hose clamps. The only thing that I had to get additionally was a sea water strainer and a short length of pvc hose.
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@n.leeball3049
@n.leeball3049 4 года назад
I sided with Sierra about the generator when that question came up. Glad that you now have a reason to use it and such a useful one too. Every convenience that makes it easier for you guys to do what you love is a good one. I enjoy your videos and want to encourage you to keep up the great work. I have said this before, but it bears mentioning again, I found your channel by searching for fiberglass repair. Billy was repairing the deck on the trawler. Been watching since then. Not everyone comes to your channel looking for sailing content, sometimes we come to learn something. Have a great day guys!
@commander1338
@commander1338 4 года назад
Make >> SURE
@l.h.2543
@l.h.2543 2 года назад
Great tip. Thanks!
@jimromero1384
@jimromero1384 4 года назад
Water maker, long over do! You two needed that. Just like Sierra's generator lol
@krismartin2038
@krismartin2038 4 года назад
Glad to see you have a water maker, it's a game/life changer. Three things, set up as much automation in the care and maintenance of your watermaker you can asap. Second, get your self a water tester. I know water can taste good but you would be surprised to find out how dirty good tasting water can be. Third, look into getting something to add minerals back into the water you drink. Your bones will thank you. I know I said three things but one more. Enjoy it.
@Putttn
@Putttn 4 года назад
Smart man. Got the generator and fresh water. She’s happy so all is VERY good.
@sailingmoab6894
@sailingmoab6894 3 года назад
About to pull the trigger on mine. This was one of my final "research" videos before buying.
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 3 года назад
Highly recommend!!
@fxpthl
@fxpthl 4 года назад
Hey kids, congrats on your new water Maker! Billy, nothing seems to keep you from stepping and tackling a big project! This was a perfect example, with so many boxes with so many parts involved. Mortal man would have picked up his phone and called HELP! Not you sir, making this project look almost easy. Of the many options you could have chosen, this one was the most logical and needed.
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
Haha thanks for the compliment. It really wasn’t that hard at all though. Pretty straight forward. The hardest part was determine what should be mounted where and running the tubing.
@geoffreygluckgunslingersgu916
@geoffreygluckgunslingersgu916 4 года назад
You made the right choice. Especially as healthy as you like to be having good water is a must.
@larrya3293
@larrya3293 4 года назад
Sierra is looking beautiful as always.
@Niagra2011
@Niagra2011 4 года назад
Hope you bought a test kit to make certain water is ok to drink. In close proximity to some countries, they recommend you don’t make water. Wait till you are further offshore. Look into it Billy & Sierra. Congrats on the Rainman!!! You needed it.
@Allan_aka_RocKITEman
@Allan_aka_RocKITEman 4 года назад
FWIW: I was on a camping trip some years ago on some private property in Central Virginia, and one of the other campers I was with had a Honda generator. I was *AMAZED* at how *_QUIET_* that thing was....
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
They really are. Sometimes when it’s running on deck you think it could kind of be loud but take the dinghy 30’ away and you can barely hear it!
@kjc9trader491
@kjc9trader491 4 года назад
...your life just got sooooo much better / easier... Congrats!!!
@dinghyride
@dinghyride 4 года назад
We love our water maker too! Not essential but unbelievably nice. Bucket laundry and cockpit cleans are sweet.
@marcericdavis
@marcericdavis 4 года назад
A coupe of points about water makers you will want to pay attention to: 1) Adjust the pressure based on what output the membranes are rated for, not just pressure. In brackish or fresh water the pressure will be much lower. If you use 850 PSI in brackish water you will damage the membranes. 2) Never back flush the membranes with chlorinated water. It will distroy them. This can happen if you fill your tanks at the dock and then back flush from the tanks. It's a good idea to install a carbon charcoal filter in the flush line in case you forget. Enjoy the water maker. We used our water to trade for fish and other thinks in remote areas.
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
Thanks for the heads up. Yes, Rainman recommends a different psi for brackish water and I believe the offer a flow gauge that helps when desalination gets brackish water too. An activated carbon filter did come with our autoflush to put in line from the water tanks.
@RainmanDesal
@RainmanDesal 4 года назад
Good points. All Rainman systems now come with flow meter to ensure you don't go above the specs of the system while in brackish water.
@robertottwell605
@robertottwell605 4 года назад
Vitamin and mineral supplements for the whole family when drinking filtered desalinated sea water. Congratulations
@purchasingemail9119
@purchasingemail9119 4 года назад
I worked on a 102' Fedship in 1980; 240gph under way and 40 gallons at anchor. Yummy fresh h20!! Great Video too!
@ernestdougherty3162
@ernestdougherty3162 4 года назад
Congratulations on finally getting a water maker it was a good thing Sierra won the generator contest we all voted for her anyway so she could have her AC right once again congratulations great job keep up the good work
@DBAllen
@DBAllen 4 года назад
Wise choice on both the generator and water maker.
@MT-tu8qd
@MT-tu8qd 4 года назад
Water Water everywhere. Not a drop to drink. Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Iron Maiden classic. Billy or Sierra listen to that song you’re gonna love it..
@dtonvista
@dtonvista 4 года назад
Billy and Sierra, having been on boats with and without a water maker I am not sure how to go cruising without one, Billy you made it look easy on the installation!
@snapstring3134
@snapstring3134 4 года назад
That fresh water 💦 maker is amazing. You are going to feel so much freer now . 👍
@BushImports
@BushImports 4 года назад
Congrats guys I'm glad you got that, I know you did not actually need it since you have made it until now without it but I'm sure it will make things easier for you and ensure that you hopefully never have a problem running out of fresh water. God bless you guys, Jesus loves you. I hope your trip back to Florida has been nice and safe.
@ralphholiman7401
@ralphholiman7401 4 года назад
From watching this video and others, Rainman sure seems like the easy way to go. I guess we need to get one!
@j.w.stevenson8510
@j.w.stevenson8510 4 года назад
Billy One Happy Girl is she . Some serious Drill control on the angle holes .Great Video Happy Showering till the hot water runs out Sierra !
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
Can’t believe I didn’t break a bit...
@lancedaniels
@lancedaniels 4 года назад
Anything that has Sierra smiling as she is in this video is a good idea!
@kumarmusic6691
@kumarmusic6691 4 года назад
Respect for your nowhow and way of doing
@gregorylowe1557
@gregorylowe1557 4 года назад
Great video! I hope to be cruising someday. I see you are adjusting pressure to get your product water. if you ever find yourself in lower salinity water, you may want to add a flow gauge to the product water output. If you run 850 PSI in low salinity water you will likely damage the membranes. You want to adjust the pressure to give the desired flow, without exceeding the maximum pressure. In fresh water you need very little pressure.
@PAPAMOZO
@PAPAMOZO 4 года назад
Billy, sir, you are nothing if not handy, buddy. Stay safe.
@darkerbrother1
@darkerbrother1 4 года назад
I am so glad Sierra won the generator battle. Now that you have Freshwater you can really wash your hair.🤗🤗🤗🤗 Also you can get a mini washing machine for about $150. Thats a game changer. Another benefit of having your own water maker is that you could actually help fellow boaters in need. You may also be able to help a family / business or two when you go back to the Bahamas. Sierra you might be able to work something out with Rainman to help you if you decide to do that.
@bobstienke178
@bobstienke178 4 года назад
Great decision! I’m glad Sierra won the generator onboard toss up! Time is money, money in the bank.
@delmarvadan31
@delmarvadan31 4 года назад
So glad you finally got this! You have both certainly earned it!
@fritzk9118
@fritzk9118 4 года назад
Now you need a water particale tester. Not expensive but handy dandy.
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
You’re definitely right. It’s on the list!
@warren935
@warren935 4 года назад
Paradigm shift of safety, maintenance and convenience. Well done.
@Sun-Soul
@Sun-Soul 4 года назад
I'm sure that whole process would have been so much faster if you hadn't filmed it, but I'm glad you did! 😉 Thanks for taking the time to share this stuff with us. I'm landlocked these days, but a girl can dream! 😊
@comicsandbeers519
@comicsandbeers519 4 года назад
One of your best video yet😊
@clintbraden6344
@clintbraden6344 4 года назад
It's hard to fathom y'all not having one. Makes life so much simpler. Great job. Enjoy it lol. Love y'all.
@scoobydo6454
@scoobydo6454 4 года назад
Great vlog and impressed with how smoothly the install went. Enjoy copious amounts of fresh water and the freedom it gives you. Happy sailing and safe passage :)
@richarddicks738
@richarddicks738 4 года назад
I seem to recall some discussion, prior to your departure, about taking or not taking the generator. Sierra was Pro and Billy was Con. Life is good.
@anthonyholmesoutdoors1837
@anthonyholmesoutdoors1837 4 года назад
So glad you guys got a water maker. The best tasting cleanest water that I have ever had was at Staniel Cay, from the islands watermaker system. Enjoy your winter, so envious right now as we sit if freezing temps watching you in Grenada.
@jacksbackable
@jacksbackable 4 года назад
Interesting to see your choice, my only comment would be around mounting it the Head/bathroom and the associated possibility of humidity and corrosion! Thanks for sharing. 🌴😃
@randygilmour
@randygilmour 4 года назад
I’ve never heard any complaint about the Rainman water makes, just comments of satisfaction. Sierra, 👍🏻 to the generator. 😎
@fredmeyling8599
@fredmeyling8599 4 года назад
Good job on this video and install. Congrats on your new water maker!!
@garyherlth9031
@garyherlth9031 4 года назад
Great video Cpt Billy. Very cool watching you install this system.
@christinekilar502
@christinekilar502 4 года назад
Very overdue, congratulations on Water 💦
@john50963
@john50963 4 года назад
Awesome! I know 0% about boating but this lifestyle looks pretty darn amazing. Thanks for sharing and keep living it up!
@hotrodhog2170
@hotrodhog2170 4 года назад
It is amazing...on the good days. It is rare to see the bad days in videos but there can be just as many bad days as there are good. Even with meticulous maintenance, shit happens and usually at the worst of possible times too. But all in all, it is a wonderful lifestyle that few can achieve
@galegregory97comcast
@galegregory97comcast 4 года назад
Wow that was a big Improvement for your boat. You both look excited. money well spent.may Your tank will always be full. It look like it was easy to install
@galegregory97comcast
@galegregory97comcast 4 года назад
Thanks guys
@UnyieldingSeraph
@UnyieldingSeraph 4 года назад
The install did appear to go well. When billy was unpacking, it looked like it might be a headache
@leonbeck6254
@leonbeck6254 4 года назад
Glad you got a honda gen😃 and the new water maker.🧜🏻‍♀️😍
@samm0110
@samm0110 4 года назад
So the generator: Do you plug its AC-out into Adrenaline's shore power-in... or direct to the watermaker or whatever else you power w/ the Honda?
@robweiss748
@robweiss748 4 года назад
Who is downvoting this? Awesome episode, love this stuff more than the cool sights you guys see, I.e., real boat life. Thanks, folks!
@christinestange4813
@christinestange4813 4 года назад
I know the system is a significant expenditure but ....SO WORTH IT! In the end it will save you time and money 💰 Great boat improvement! Splurge and get a portable ice maker .... for making frozen drinks .... YUM! 🍹
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
Such a game changer!!!
@thedaiseyproject8742
@thedaiseyproject8742 4 года назад
Cool video hope things are good with weather conditions surf is up I hear...be safe you too jetty
@bobbates6642
@bobbates6642 4 года назад
Sierra looks very happy . Not many women would have gone all this time with no electric no fresh water and no clean laundry . Good for her she is one hot pioneer woman
@shawnschallenger1972
@shawnschallenger1972 4 года назад
I know that water maker is a life saver and you said it's super easy to mount but it looks like a pain in the hinder to get out of the packaging 😆. Much respect you two. Hey i have to tell you im currently in Florida for the first time ever and it's cold 😥 but still better than Wisconsin where it was below freezing and a foot of snow. Blessings you guys 🙏
@gacastro
@gacastro 4 года назад
Well thought out purchase and install. Good video! Good luck with it.
@lordhydromage6614
@lordhydromage6614 4 года назад
Thats a beautiful thing Billy...well done!...
@andrewruble7706
@andrewruble7706 4 года назад
Great addition to your boat! Long overdue I am sure. Please make sure you are testing the water at least some to make sure it is potable. Happy Sailing.
@bobhemstreet7392
@bobhemstreet7392 4 года назад
I've had my Rainman for about a year and a half-- you will never go without one!!
@regressmenot
@regressmenot 4 года назад
Absolute game changer, worth every cent.
@annhysell6064
@annhysell6064 4 года назад
Wow, Nice job, Billy. Great benefits to watermakers..especially being able to do laundry aboard! Hope it has continued to be as useful as you predicted. So glad Sierra won the generator debate. :)
@111-x5x
@111-x5x 4 года назад
Great job with the watermaker. Hope you have loads of good drinking water from it. Greetings from Switzerland.
@foreverfixin
@foreverfixin 4 года назад
That is awesome now you guys have a water maker long showers I am excited for y'all
@canadaboycanada3620
@canadaboycanada3620 4 года назад
Well congratulations finally.your good to go now!
@spicat16
@spicat16 4 года назад
Lol 😂 The airplane emoji 😂😂😂😂 That cracked me up
@ronaldwarren5220
@ronaldwarren5220 4 года назад
A water maker is a luxury on a boat but also a necessity. Great install and very informative.
@richardmason902
@richardmason902 4 года назад
Lots of great information here. Thanks for posting.
@rockysouthflorida1707
@rockysouthflorida1707 4 года назад
Wow! New open and Billy becomes a poet! Oh and a water maker! Movin on up like the Jefferson's! Gold toilet seats next??????,------
@thomaspaccione8237
@thomaspaccione8237 4 года назад
They are probably too young to know who the Jeffersons are, god that made me feel old.
@bayardtaylor2990
@bayardtaylor2990 4 года назад
Great. Job. Billy
@kenlynch6332
@kenlynch6332 4 года назад
The installation sure looked easy.
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
It really was pretty simple and easy
@bigsimkoworld2833
@bigsimkoworld2833 4 года назад
Love y'all's videos !!! i normally watch on my phone cant comment on the app. Keep livin the dream !!
@johnnukecop
@johnnukecop 4 года назад
Big Simko World - I am not sure which app you’re using to watch but I watch using the native RU-vid app on my phone and that’s I am able to leave you this comment. See if that works for you. Best of luck and I agree, here’s to the three of them to continue living the dream.
@michaelwilloughby7215
@michaelwilloughby7215 4 года назад
Congrats on the water maker!
@derfwt1
@derfwt1 4 года назад
Great work on the water system. Awesome way to get fresh water. Sail ON!!!
@billvandenouden7302
@billvandenouden7302 4 года назад
Vegas bill and I think you made a great choice rain man would be mine
@scs130773
@scs130773 4 года назад
Nice job Billy! Don't you love when a project comes together.
@queticomoe4495
@queticomoe4495 4 года назад
Well done, Billy!
@rayallen1479
@rayallen1479 4 года назад
Awesome, I predict this will be a true game changer for you guys!
@webheadusa9377
@webheadusa9377 4 года назад
YIPPEE KI-YAY! Off the grid (except for consumable provisions). Next on the list: dog-food maker for Jetty! Sierra & Billy - drink in good health. I am happy for you. :¬) Webhead USA. PS: You can give water to others in exchange for fish!
@WadeGauthier
@WadeGauthier 4 года назад
Absolutely perfect video. Well done.
@tomwilliams8675
@tomwilliams8675 4 года назад
Soooo happy for you guys! Great choice on water maker. I only can say this from the good things other cruiser channels have said about them already 😊👍👍👍 Billy what ever happened to getting the engine fixed?
@jeffreylane6098
@jeffreylane6098 4 года назад
Nice install!! ENJOY !!
@danasims6074
@danasims6074 4 года назад
I'm happy for you guys..Awesome video❤️❤️❤️
@MrNickstevenson63
@MrNickstevenson63 4 года назад
26-34lph (7-9gph) I think you are making 7 to 9 gallons per hour. Correct me if I'm wrong. Either way you making fresh water and that's a great addition to your boating lifestyle. Good job guys.
@RainmanDesal
@RainmanDesal 4 года назад
It's actually 100-140lph or about 35gph. Towards the higher end in warm water, lower end in temperate water. In Antarctic -2C water, it would be about 80lph.
@MrNickstevenson63
@MrNickstevenson63 4 года назад
@@RainmanDesal That's amazing. I will follow the links to inquire on cost and shipping to Canada. Unless you have a rep in British Columbia. Thanks for the correction.
@RainmanDesal
@RainmanDesal 4 года назад
@@MrNickstevenson63 No problem. We work with Watertight Boatworks in North Vancouver. Our dealer map is at www.rainmandesal.com/watermaker-dealer-map/.
@MrNickstevenson63
@MrNickstevenson63 4 года назад
@@RainmanDesal Thank you.
@rockawaytreeservice1538
@rockawaytreeservice1538 4 года назад
Thank You Guys !!
@bubbagail7450
@bubbagail7450 4 года назад
Hopefully now when you are off the grid you can spend more time exploring and sharing that with us rather trying to figure how much time you can spend somewhere without running out of water. Great job guys.
@MrGbutter
@MrGbutter 4 года назад
Many happy showers to you. Congratulations.
@calvinhenshaw2147
@calvinhenshaw2147 4 года назад
I remember a discussion once between you two weather you will need the generator. Guess that is true now LOL
@Billparker43
@Billparker43 4 года назад
Jackpot! Endless aqua
@bobbland5744
@bobbland5744 4 года назад
major score with a watermaker
@tedotway3368
@tedotway3368 4 года назад
Congratulations to the both of you. Life looks so sweet from where I’m sitting, keep making these videos so we can keep on keeping on.
@billmcroberts6566
@billmcroberts6566 4 года назад
Congratulations, great addition to your sailing resources.
@stacey62293
@stacey62293 4 года назад
Great intro! Good job! Congrats on the water maker that will change things for you guys and you deserve it :)
@user-us6ce7me8k
@user-us6ce7me8k 4 года назад
Stunning place! 💙💙💙
@fishlips8336
@fishlips8336 4 года назад
Bro, well done & nice job. I would've been swearing within five minutes & that entire thing would be making water at the bottom of the bay!
@quarlow1215
@quarlow1215 4 года назад
Nothing wrong with bucket laundry. A pail and a toilet (clean) plunger works great.
@tigerdaws6363
@tigerdaws6363 4 года назад
Glad you got a watermaker!! Jetty can get a doggie bath too!!🐕👍
@riverakers
@riverakers 4 года назад
So glad you have a water maker now.A necessity for your kind of long term sailing.My only question maybe I missed it on the install.How did you plumb in the pickup pump?Through an existing saltwater pickup?Engine seacock maybe?
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
Exactly we t’d off an existing seacock. It was one that feeds salt water to flush the head and I put a check valve on the head side of the t just to make sure the watermaker didn’t pull from that side (redundant to the head mechanism)
@trulyamazingsailing7056
@trulyamazingsailing7056 4 года назад
Had this set up for 3 years the generator version made 35 gph like clock work. Enjoy
@markstaniland7655
@markstaniland7655 2 года назад
Great job!
@keithcope8113
@keithcope8113 4 года назад
Very nice thats really a cool deal fresh water on tap literally. Lol how long are the filters good for or i guess what is the interval for changing filters?
@omyoday9593
@omyoday9593 4 года назад
Wow, that is really exciting. That unit really puts out a high volume! I would be curious to hear your feedback after you have lived with the watermaker for six months or so. How often (hours of operation) do you change the pre-filter for the raw water? I am going to presume that the big reverse-osmosis filter eliminates any health hazard such as contaminants from things such as city sewer system. (not so much a problem in the out islands of the Bahamas, but could be a factor in city harbors). I would guess dinging water 5 gallons at a time makes you super conscientious of water consumption. I can take a shower on the boat in maybe 1.5 gallons of water, but that is still too much when you have only 50-60 gallons available for weeks at a time. Easy to fill up every few days cruising the Chesapeake. Love your video's. I discovered you about mid-way through the trawler and have been religiously following you ever since. You guys Rock.
@rastagrastag9496
@rastagrastag9496 4 года назад
O'My O'Day gotta love the Chesapeake Bay 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@caddyzig
@caddyzig 4 года назад
Awesome! This will be so nice for you guys. Will you have to be strategic about the water quality where you are (dirty harbor water or something) or will it really remove all the harmful impurities? How much power does it draw? Could you run it from an inverter in a pinch (if you ran out of fuel, or the generator died)?
@Tulasendlesssummer
@Tulasendlesssummer 4 года назад
It would remove the impurities from a dirty harbor but at the expense of the expensive membranes so we are strategic about where we use it. The cleaner the source water the better. It can run off of a high quality inverter.
@caddyzig
@caddyzig 4 года назад
I figured. Very cool!
@MarkLawrenceKiefer
@MarkLawrenceKiefer 4 года назад
In case something goes wrong you should look into getting a little water tester. The taste test isn't always the best method to see if the water is good to go.