33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Link to Abandon Comfort: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dtrickyy ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can order a Learning the Lines shirt (or two) here!: https://www.bonfire.com/learning-the-lines/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The free sailboat we obtained was in Titusville, FL and we needed to move it as close to home as possible to begin working on it. We had some time off because of Thanksgiving break so we decided to get the boat as ready as possible and set off on the 4-5 day trip through the Intracoastal Waterway, Okeechobee Waterway, and Gulf of Mexico. The diesel engine decided to die half-way through the trip, causing us have to leave the boat in Ft. Myers for a week while it was repaired. Ryan and Kelsey from Abandon Comfort joined us for this last leg of the trip. Learning the Lines is a channel about us, an average couple in our 20's, with big dreams to be sailing the world by the time we're in our 30's. We're not afraid to jump into anything, put in the work, and learn as we go. For this reason our channel is very DIY focused, with the goal to show anyone watching that a lot is possible if you're not afraid to make some mistakes along the way. Please leave a like and comment if you've enjoyed the video, and subscribe if you haven't already. Music Credits: Air Hockey Saloon by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/vendaface/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Link to Abandon Comfort: https://www.youtube.com/user/Dtrickyy ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You can order a Learning the Lines shirt (or two) here!: https://www.bonfire.com/learning-the-lines/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The free sailboat we obtained was in Titusville, FL and we needed to move it as close to home as possible to begin working on it. We had some time off because of Thanksgiving break so we decided to get the boat as ready as possible and set off on the 4-5 day trip through the Intracoastal Waterway, Okeechobee Waterway, and Gulf of Mexico. The diesel engine decided to die half-way through the trip, causing us have to leave the boat in Ft. Myers for a week while it was repaired. Ryan and Kelsey from Abandon Comfort joined us for this last leg of the trip. Learning the Lines is a channel about us, an average couple in our 20's, with big dreams to be sailing the world by the time we're in our 30's. We're not afraid to jump into anything, put in the work, and learn as we go. For this reason our channel is very DIY focused, with the goal to show anyone watching that a lot is possible if you're not afraid to make some mistakes along the way. Please leave a like and comment if you've enjoyed the video, and subscribe if you haven't already. Music Credits: Air Hockey Saloon by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/vendaface/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/

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Zack wagner
Zack wagner - 6 years ago
Aaayyy Tampa folks, first youtuber I found here. I live in tampa
callum duncan
callum duncan - 6 years ago
a jerry can on the deck and a hose into the injector pump will gravity feed you engine and get you out of trouble every time , you must learn how the bleed the air out of your diesel system after any trouble other wise it will never start
Stephen Duller
Stephen Duller - 6 years ago
What and where did u get those blue chairs are they inflatables
atabuoy050
atabuoy050 - 6 years ago
One of my older sailboats had a fuel problem, I’m no mechanic but advice was to eliminate issues. Eg, remove line from fuel tank and use a small jerry can, then from filter, pump etc. In my case it was a tarry substance on screen of fuel tank drop tube. It’s a pia bleeding ejectors each step but fortunately with electric fuel pump engine doesn’t have to run. Obviously if you don’t hear tick tick from fuel pump you know the problem. It’s also a learning process which is good for any boat owner cuz shit happen. Good luck
Joe Seabert
Joe Seabert - 6 years ago
My grandfather used to document his boat with the coast guard. It cost $10 and because we lived in Los Angeles only subject lux tax
Malakie Usn
Malakie Usn - 6 years ago
I assume there is a video of how you were able to get a free boat like this? Living on a boat is something I have seriously considered since leaving the US Navy and then medical retirement in 2014.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
The process of getting this boat is in this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQyhISn5uYY&t=25s. It really came down to being diligent about checking craigslist every single day, and when something came up jumping on it right away.
Never Mind
Never Mind - 6 years ago
Cup half empty Neo Yachtzi type. Daddy bailed him out. They don't make sailors like they used to. Thats for sure. Hahaha. $200. labor for snipping, stripping and crimping a new 50¢ connector on a wire. Hahahaha.
Fun fact. If your engine made no noise when it quit and wasnt excessively hot it had to be a fuel problem. The fuel level and hose/ line connections get checked first then the pump, by disconnecting the hose going to the injector. No fuel when you turn the key means either the switch or the pump or its wires are at fault. Multimeter etc to check switch. You coulda gone on line and fixed it where you
stopped. But probably not.
stanlosh
stanlosh - 6 years ago
Splain to me why you had to be towed in a "sail" boat.
bnelson313
bnelson313 - 6 years ago
What a fun adventure. If everything had gone as planned it wouldn’t be as memorable of a story to tell.

10. comment for 33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

Mike Crawshaw
Mike Crawshaw - 6 years ago
I was pleased to hear that you had now got a boat; and at a reasonable price, congratulations, a 300 mile maiden voyage with only one problem, Wow!
Finn Ziem
Finn Ziem - 6 years ago
Great video, but why do you have to talk so much? Let the pictures do the talking.
Bill L
Bill L - 6 years ago
Nice going guys. Having fun.
Mike Mjm
Mike Mjm - 6 years ago
I know nothing about sailing but is it possible that ur suppose to use the sails most of the time when weather permits not the engine 100% of the time ?
mynhardt saayman
mynhardt saayman - 6 years ago
It's a free boat and still a bargain even if you replace 10 grand worth of stuff.
Be Real
Be Real - 6 years ago
didn't find a corroded connection?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We didn't ourselves, but the mechanic did.
SV ARGO
SV ARGO - 6 years ago
Would like to know how long and at what speed it too you to get from ft Myers to st pete
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It took us 21 hours. As for speed it varied because we kept trying to sail despite having barely any wind. I would say we averaged around 5 knots when motoring.
Jay Johnston
Jay Johnston - 6 years ago
Do you have to pay to go thru the locks on the ICW?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Not on the route we took, no. On the Okeechobee Waterway there were five locks, all were free.
RAY PEREZ
RAY PEREZ - 6 years ago
Love your passion to live and dream!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you!
Blunt Conversations With Me
Blunt Conversations With Me - 6 years ago
I think your Babe has a great smile.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! -Randi

20. comment for 33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

Robert Bradford
Robert Bradford - 6 years ago
Sailing has always fascinated me. But I have an issue not being able to see the shore, it makes me very nervous, that's a whole lot of water.
I have no issues as long as shore is in sight, I think, because I learned early on, if I can see it, I can swim there. Yes 11 miles, not all at once but yes treading and floating and swimming I can get there. Or because I believe I can, it makes me have no mental issues trying to do it, that does not mean in actuality I could, but I believe I can so I don't have an issue trying to if I had to. Did that sound right?
In actuality unless I was picked up I'd probably drown. But in my head it makes me feel better to see the shore, makes it attainable
Robert Bradford
Robert Bradford - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines yes I agree, Ive been to the great lakes and that was an issue, I guess it's just really large bodies of water, I even get nervous standing on the shore looking out over the ocean, I love it the ocean, but imagine going to the darkest jungle blind folded and thats what the ocean is like for me, it totally bites really and I'm not even sure why it happened, I love to swim i used to do it every chance I got a regular fish. But even then big lakes and the ocean would freak me out
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I understand what you mean. You would like the Okeechobee Waterway then, other than the lake itself. You have land to each side as you're going through, but I was surprised at just how large the lake was.
Robert Bradford
Robert Bradford - 6 years ago
Dude, you have a SAILBOAT. Seriously? And are waiting for a tow because your engine quit. Really I know nothing about sailing, but just a question, can't you hoist the sails or whatever and just go by wind? Even the jib or something smaller to move you
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
If we were in more open water and had wind to move us, sure. We were in a tight canal system though, so our safest option was using our tow service.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching!
Sailing Daddy
Sailing Daddy - 6 years ago
You guys are so lucky, I had to pay Billy the Boat Tipper to get me under that 49' bridge!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Oh my goodness. That would make me so nervous. I think I would have rather gone around the keys. Lol.
MrTradeTroll
MrTradeTroll - 6 years ago
That mechanic loved ur boat it seems :D
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It did seem like it was an easy fix for him. Thanks for watching!
PSR_Gaming
PSR_Gaming - 6 years ago
I live in tampa and would love to find a boat like this how did you find it ?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Jordan would check Craigslist basically daily, searching for boat brands like "Endeavor", "Pearson", "Island Packet", "Amel", etc. He had previously seen an Island Packet that had been damaged in Irma listed for free and that motivated him to search on a more regular basis. Good luck searching!
Saipan Sam
Saipan Sam - 6 years ago
lack of fuel is easy to diagnose. corroded elect. connections easier still. Are you up for this??
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We couldn't diagnose a corroded electrical connection, so maybe we should just quit sailing altogether! (sarcasm)
Carl Stone
Carl Stone - 6 years ago
Could be a glow plug issue, a rope caught on 5he propeller, could be any number of issues.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We think we have figured out the engine issue. Seems to be a priming bulb from the fuel tank to the engine that is collapsing on itself.
Tim M
Tim M - 6 years ago
Also, not a failed trip, it all adds up to learning and being better sailors. You MUST develop the ability to think outside the box when it comes to repairs and self-sufficiency.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input! In the moment we were having a bit of a pity party, but we definitely did learn and gain experience.
Tim M
Tim M - 6 years ago
You don't need boat us towing. You have a sailboat. You can do this.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I would much rather have that sense of security. In that narrow canal system, sailing out would have been quite a challenge.

30. comment for 33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

Edwin Valentin, Rev
Edwin Valentin, Rev - 6 years ago
Graduations on your new sailboat wishing you the best experiences wherever your travels will take you.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you!
John Elser
John Elser - 6 years ago
I just bought westsail 32 in stock island sailed around key west to st Pete before Irma injector pump went out north of fort myers same deal guy gave it to me for 500 bucks I worked on it a month said screw it and sailed home in Frenchmans creek in st Petersburg next to Eckerd college mine wasn't free watched boat go from 8 k to 500 flew to key west and bought it
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That's a great deal too! Sounds like you had an adventure getting it home. You're right by where Freebie is located. She's in the Marina Bay neighborhood docks right by Eckerd College.
Victor Farinas
Victor Farinas - 6 years ago
Congratulations!!! Dunedin neighbor here, warm wishes and best of luck!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Dunedin is beautiful.
ray bignell
ray bignell - 6 years ago
I am hooked with your Channel good luck with SV Freebie. Look forward to seeing more videos. Ray from the UK.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Glad you are enjoying the channel. :)
Jake Hoskins
Jake Hoskins - 6 years ago
I lived on a sailboat in the keys for years, these things happen. Maybe you should think about a new hobby. This is way to good of a sailboat for newbies to complain about.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We just want to share what our experience was really like. After having very little sleep for several nights, having an engine failure in a canal system isn't exactly a fun experience. We are happy with Freebie, but as I'm sure you know there can be frustrating moments in boat ownership. We had one of those moments and shared it. Personally I think some channels don't show enough of both the "ups and downs" of boat ownership. -Randi
Jolinda Saindon
Jolinda Saindon - 6 years ago
Much better than the $25,000 one that was a piece of work!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! We think so too.
John Smith
John Smith - 6 years ago
................." nothing was perfect on the boat', What about his girlfriend ?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol. I'll never claim to be perfect either. -Randi
James MacKinnon
James MacKinnon - 6 years ago
Nice Abandon Comfort Shirt! I'm rewatching my favorite sailing channels! SV Freebie AWESOME!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Hope we make your list of favorites. ;)
ralph holiman
ralph holiman - 6 years ago
You guys made out like bandits!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching!
Sailing Happy
Sailing Happy - 6 years ago
Hello I'm amazed at the acquisition of your new Sailboat free; Congratulations on the achievement and wish you lots of luck.
I still have not got my sailboat ... here in Brazil things are not so easy, but I hope to achieve until my retirement.
Soon I will be posting videos of a crossing that I will take along the coast of the State of São Paulo / Brazil and I will show some of the most beautiful beach in the world that are accessible only by sea. Stay tuned.
Good winds...

.Olá estou maravilhado com a aquisição do seu novo Veleiro free; Parabéns pela conquista e desejo muita muita sorte.
Eu ainda não consegui o meu veleiro... aqui no Brazil as coisas não são tão fáceis, mas espero conseguir até a minha aposentadoria.
Em breve estarei postando vídeos de uma travessia que farei pelo litoral do Estado de São Paulo/Brazil e mostrarei algumas das mais belas praia do mundo e que são acessíveis apenas por mar. fiquem atentos.
Bons Ventos...
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Sounds beautiful! Best of luck to you in your search for a sailboat! Thank you for watching.
Anjelica Dixon
Anjelica Dixon - 6 years ago
I love You!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks. Lol.
INDEPENDENCE for RESEARCH at SEA - PROJECT MANAIA
INDEPENDENCE for RESEARCH at SEA - PROJECT MANAIA - 6 years ago
Nice Job guys! A pretty nice boat! I was amazed the engine is running.... did NOT see that coming!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! Took a look at your channel after you commented and it looks interesting. I like your new Bruce Roberts steel boat! I'll have to watch some more of your episodes when I get the chance.
Steven Canfield
Steven Canfield - 6 years ago
soooo... how did you get it for free?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
The previous owner did not want to pay for storage fees during a traditional sale process. He had moved two hours away from the marina and had a baby on the way. Essentially we got lucky from someone else's circumstances.
C Schnitker
C Schnitker - 6 years ago
That's one nice boat.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you!
Corrie Van Velzen
Corrie Van Velzen - 6 years ago
Set Sail by Vibrant Arm from Amsterdam. Fantastic Theme Song!! https://youtu.be/5Thx3KSnvbY
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the tip!
Philip Titlton
Philip Titlton - 6 years ago
Thanks for shareing
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching!
jeff wood
jeff wood - 6 years ago
I just lived on a boat for a couple years and wish now that i had joined a boat club and got experience on other peoples boat... you need classes or someone to show you the ropes or you will probably miss some important steps. Worse you loose your life or boat, just my opinion.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Jordan was sailing for a while on other people's boats at a local yacht club. He definitely got some valuable lessons from those experiences.
dimitris agg
dimitris agg - 6 years ago
i would suggest that you had a basic course of mechanical trouble shooting for your future in the see! nice vids
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We're working on learning through YouTube videos and a Diesel Mechanics book. They're actually pretty straight forward once you start to figure them out.
Symphony Farm
Symphony Farm - 6 years ago
I might just watch your channel due to the choice of tunes!!!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha we try! Anytime you incorporate music though there's a mixed response.
Catherine Janes
Catherine Janes - 6 years ago
Came here from Abandon Comfort, just finished binging from the beginning. The trip was not a complete failure, you learned knew skills and lessons. Looking forward to your future videos and DIY videos :)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks so much! We love hearing when people say they've binged. It's crazy to think our channel is binge-worthy :)

50. comment for 33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

flashpoint
flashpoint - 6 years ago
whats going on guys why are you not sailing?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Unfortunately we either did not have good wind direction, wind speed, or were in the narrow channels along the waterway. We were on a time crunch due to the lock systems and quick one day trip at the end. We tried to put out the sails whenever we could.
Gone Fishing
Gone Fishing - 6 years ago
Lovely boat.... but Wear a lifejacket!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you for the feedback!
Marc  A Gagnon
Marc A Gagnon - 6 years ago
Is it not a sailboat where is the sailing part?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
In the areas we could have sailed we either did not have good wind or were being towed. The canals were very narrow and not the best sailing environment.
kevin bweb
kevin bweb - 6 years ago
WOW Titusville Florida is my Home town. And St. Petersburg is my playground. Have fun guys
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! Titusville was nice and the marina was great. We do love St. Pete though.
John Smith
John Smith - 6 years ago
14;30 HOT !!!!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks lol
Capttomguam Buckley
Capttomguam Buckley - 6 years ago
Three things that I would do; 1; install a"Y" valve on your raw water intake so your diesel auxiliary can act as a emergency bilge pump, 2nd; make sure all alarms are working on the diesel especially the OVERHEAT ALARM, NOT JUST A GUAGE!!!!!!!!!! 3rd.; install a "High Water Alarm" in your bilge so it sounds before your engine is flooded.
Fair Winds and Following Seas,
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the advice! We will look into those options.
Gary
Gary - 6 years ago
Replace the water pump timing gear and chain along with all the hoses when you fix the fuel pump. Be good to have the head reworked before you take it out on a long cross water sail.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Definitely will be working on the head system. There are lots of jobs to do, but I am sure we will be getting to the items you mentioned.
John L. Cwierz
John L. Cwierz - 6 years ago
You have had very good luck, and I congratulate you. I spent myself a few days solo on the water,in 2013, 63 days, when I sailed from Marathon to Chipiona, Spain, trough Horta in the Azores. Keep on the good work and don't dismay. Cheers,John.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That sounds like quite the adventure! Thanks for watching.
CaptainRon1913
CaptainRon1913 - 6 years ago
Rule #1 when purchasing a used boat. Replace all through hulls, hoses, and prop shaft packing, whether it looks like it needs them or not.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input!
Bums on a Boat
Bums on a Boat - 6 years ago
Great video guys! Yea that definitely looked like a Bush Gardens ride. Nice to see you got the engine up and running. What a great trip:)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching! Hope you guys are enjoying your adventures as well.
gess ges
gess ges - 6 years ago
Have you checked the bottom for pox , osmosis,
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We checked the bottom when we got in the water during this trip, but that's it. The man we paid to clean the bottom also inspected it. Everything looks great, but we can't guarantee anything.
john mccormick
john mccormick - 6 years ago
What an amazing find!....I like your new boat!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks so much! We are enjoying her for sure.
Marc René Yvon
Marc René Yvon - 6 years ago
Probably a dumb question here: You've got a SAIL boat, why didn't you sail it back home instead of being towed ? I figure that you can't in narrow channels but once in the open, why you used the diesel ? Lack of good winds ?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Marc René Yvon Thank you for the kind words. It means a lot to us hearing from people who are living the dream with us through our experiences. It is very motivating.
Marc René Yvon
Marc René Yvon - 6 years ago
Bright answer to a uninformed question. You two youngsters are realizing a dream of mine: Sailing. I'm too old now to embark in such an adventure but by watching your videos, I kind of live it myself. Wish you two all the best and safe sailing ! Take care, guys, you are a sweet couple. :-)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Where the engine stopped we were in a narrow channel, and once we were being towed we needed to have a destination for Tow Boat US to drop us off. They have to leave us in a "safe" location and being that our engine had stop working I do not think they would have let us sail off because they do not want to pick us up again somewhere else.
DR. BADFISH
DR. BADFISH - 6 years ago
HEY  you could always give it away on craigslist...  OR  Break Out Another Thousand
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol. We've definitely got options, but we will be keeping this one and breaking out some money to fix her up nice and pretty. :)
bigcatfishin
bigcatfishin - 6 years ago
I got my 25.5 hunter Sailboat for like $1,800 ,came with nice 9.9 outboard and lots of sails.
It took 2 days to scrub the bird poo off it lol. It had been sitting on a lift a very long time.
It came with most everything I needed as the guy who owned it had plans to restore it and sail it around places -maybe some overnight trips & weekends.
He just gave up ....
So there are good deals out there- I never saw one like yours lol.
You got the deal of a lifetime .

I have been living on my sailboat now for about a year and a half.
made lots of videos of the fix up and many fishing videos too.
Its awesome people.....
I love it.
I just found this channel and subscribed to it - hope to some day see you on the water
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Sounds like you got a pretty great deal yourself! Awesome that the boat came with so much for you. You're living the life. Hopefully we will be living on our boat in the near future. Hope to see you out on the water one day!
Eddie Michaels
Eddie Michaels - 6 years ago
Thanks very cool nice people interesting experience for me
Eddie
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the feedback, Eddie! Glad you enjoyed it. -Randi
campbub
campbub - 6 years ago
How come you all didn’t make sail? The lake would have been a great place to do so.

Deff not a fail... perspective ~ your stuck with water front property... with a beautiful girl... in a home you received as a gift.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Unfortunately we were on a pretty strict time crunch because of the lock schedules, but you're right if we had more time we could have tacked our way through.
W Coyote
W Coyote - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines - you can still sail upwind, it's called "TACKING", unless it has been changed in the last 50 years. Love seeing your (mis-?)adventure video's...keep them coming...they bring back memories of my own.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching! Good reminder to check our mindset and perspective. On the lake we were going straight upwind unfortunately. Have yet to get a really good sail in on this boat. Hopefully we will soon. :) -Randi
David Hightower
David Hightower - 6 years ago
Great videos guys have the same boat but still fixing her up ways to go still
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks!
David Hightower
David Hightower - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines
Here is a link you might find useful
http://www.endeavourowners.com
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Good luck with your boat. -Randi
Sailing Norma
Sailing Norma - 6 years ago
Super nice move love the editing.! Hugs from sailing Norma
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks so much! <3 Randi
Jason
Jason - 6 years ago
awesome video. watching from Seminole just up the road. I just moved away from downtown St. Pete close to the marina! great area.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Awesome! Thanks for watching. We're hoping to make a move over to Pinellas at some point. -Randi
Binh Bentsen
Binh Bentsen - 6 years ago
Yes this is awesome since lost the old sailing boat
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
This was definitely an awesome experience for us. Not sure what you mean by losing the other sail boat, but it has been on the hard for quite some time now. Thanks for watching! -Randi
Tim Erickson
Tim Erickson - 6 years ago
Check for air leaking into the fuel loose hose fitting at the fuel pump the machinic worked on first. Fill a spray bottle with water spray around the fittings the engine will either run better or worse for a couple secounds it may even die. That's your leak. Check around the injectors and injector fuel lines low hour motors the sometimes vibrate loose. Air leaking in at the injectors can cause a hole to burn in a piston requiring a rebuild. Good luck enjoy you lucky bastards.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol. Thanks for watching! We will look for leaks, but right now we are thinking it may be an issue with a priming ball that is coming from the fuel tank to the engine. It seems to be collapsing closed on itself while we use the engine and starving the engine of fuel. The engine itself is self-priming, so we are thinking we should be able to get rid of this priming ball, but we are still researching. -Randi
crikycrocky
crikycrocky - 6 years ago
Engine cut out happened to me on an old boat like this. Ended up replacing the steel tank and lines. Possible corrosion blockage issues in the lines?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input! There is a priming ball leading from the fuel tank, but the engine itself is self-priming. The priming ball seems to be collapsing shut on itself, so we are looking into removing it. -Randi
Albert Rodriguez
Albert Rodriguez - 6 years ago
I see you guys motoring a lot, don't be afraid to put out your sails guys . Great video keep it up
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching! We would love to sail more. Just weren't having luck with wind (there was no wind). :( -Randi
Sail Before Sunset
Sail Before Sunset - 6 years ago
Great update. A bit different than out here on the west coast, so it's good to see how you guys sail there.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching! :) Randi
Randy Watson
Randy Watson - 6 years ago
Try the Endeavour owners site, I own a 37.5 Endeavour at Gulfport Marina, they are excellent, well built boats. You two will be very happy the the 32. A lot of good info and knowledgeable owners on the site.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the recommendation and for watching! -Randi
Bill Lane
Bill Lane - 6 years ago
2 questions. The chairs in the cockpit, where do I find them? and the banjo tune that was playing?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We bought the chairs during the Black Friday sale at West Marine. They were half off. I'd suggest waiting for another such sale. They're regularly $150 each, but were then $75 each. The banjo song came from EpidemicSound.com
-Randi
R T
R T - 6 years ago
Well done!

I was the guy that told you to “run away” from the 52’ Irwin, even if the owner gave it to you for free and handed you a check for $25,000. This Endeavor is a great start to the joys of boat ownership.

A truism I authored many years ago:

“The cheapest part of owning a boat is buying it “

I’ve shared this truism with countless boat brokers while shopping for my own, and they always look puzzled at first while they process the statement, and then usually burst into laughter and say “That is so true!”
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Certainly a truth of boat ownership. Thanks for watching! -Randi
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching! Jordan had been checking Craigslist everyday, searching our surrounding area for boat by type "Endeavor", "Island Packet", "Pearson", etc. He happened to be the first one to see the listing and called within the first 5 minutes it was up. The previous owner had moved two hours away from the marina and had a baby on the way, so he ultimately just did not want to pay the marina fees while waiting for someone to purchase the boat through a traditional sale. Good luck on your search! Jordan also used Yachtworld.com -Randi
Karl Friedrich
Karl Friedrich - 6 years ago
I posted a long winded story about how you keep a Diesel Engine going on your last video about an hour ago. it looks like I was a little late to save you. Kudos for getting towing insurance! I think your going to find out that this could just as well have happened on a boat that you paid a lot of money for. Anyway, I thought the engine was running a little rough the first time you started it. You might want to get the injectors looked at. Additionally, I would look into some better Engine mounts. It should not have that hard knock and be that noisy.....So just in case, I'll re -post the my advice on how to keep a diesel going here again. It might possibly help some people who missed your last video. Good luck, I think you'll have a nice little boat there.
Re-post from last video:
Hi guys. Congratulations on your new boat.
I thought I would contribute a couple of stories to help you stay out of trouble with your Diesel engine.
If a Diesel engine is basically in good mechanical condition, then here is the only other thing you need to know about keeping it running for a long time.
My Father in Law was in the production side if the movie business with Warner Bros. Columbia all his life.
One time on location, in the middle of winter in one of the Northern States, a scene required a Longboat full of Fur Trappers to be shown rowing upstream. The current on the partially ice covered river proved to be too strong for the actors rowing the boat. An outboard motor would show a wake, so that was not an option.
The crew came up with the idea of using an old Caterpillar Dozer from a nearby ranch. It had a winch up front that they figured could help them pull the boat upstream. They build a little fire under the oil pan, so they could crank the old thing over and get it started. The problem was that the way the director wanted to shoot the scene, there was no way to hide the Cat or the winch cable, so they decided that the only solution was to submerge the cat with an operator in the river.
They extended both the air intake and the exhaust up, took the fan belt off, got it started, then took the remaining electrical gear off and drove it under water where the operator in scuba gear worked the winch. Some greenery on top of the cat hid anything that showed above water, and that did the trick.
The moral of this long winded story is that if a Diesel engine gets AIR, CLEAN FUEL and you manage to TURN IT OVER, it will have to start. (Off course new clean fuel is of no value if old dirty fuel has previously clogged the injectors). Also, if you want to keep it running, keep clean oil in the pan and keep it cool. Running seawater through an cooling system is also asking for trouble. A heat exchanger is usually the best way to go.
Commercial boat engines when rigorously maintained, can last for up to 40 000 hours.
I build four steel commercial fishing vessels in the early 80”s. The last one, (my profile picture) weighed out at 140 tons. All of them as far as I know are still floating and plowing the waters of the Bering Sea. I always installed several Heavy Duty (Racor) Fuel Filters on a manifold system. They could quickly be switched over when one of the filters failed. Also keep in mind that the most likely and worst time for dirty fuel to reach the engine is in bad weather when the boat gets tossed around, and old sediment gets stirred up. Not a good thing under the best of circumstances. It is also important that you frequently inspect the filter(s), and that you can visually see the fuel or any possible water in the glass bowl under the filter. There should be a drain cock. A crappy filter, with a metal bowl, which is many times standard factory issue, will filter your fuel, but will not let you see what you got until you open it up after the engine fails.
To further prove my point, in the early 70’s, I was single handing my sailboat just south of Punta Abreojos in Baja on a stormy night when I ran aground on a sandbar. As the boat was pounding in the surf, the portholes blew, submerging the cabin and off course the Engine. Long story...At low tide the next day I managed to get the engine started again.
I did that by hand cranking it with the compression lever pulled. The minute I let that lever snap, that little Perkins got everything it needed, clean fuel and air and away it went. Long live Rudolf Diesel! Sadly the prop shaft was badly bent and I could not save the boat.
I cannot emphasize enough the importance of clean fuel. I never had a problem with anything Diesel I have ever owned, because I always went overboard on fuel filtration. The only Diesel that ever let me down was a piece of crap Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup Truck. The timing belt broke, and the engine exploded. I take comfort in knowing that it was running on clean fuel until it took its last breath.
Good Luck
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for looking out for our audience too! Your advice could definitely help others as well. We did have a mechanic look over it, but may want to still have someone look at the injectors again. We'll examine the engine mounts to see if there is anything we can do to fix that knocking. -Randi
Tim O'Brien
Tim O'Brien - 6 years ago
This is what happens when you don't prepare for a crossing of 300miles with out a spare motor.. Just needed an outboard bracket on the stern with a 10hp outboard motor.. You could of even made an outboard motor using a 10hp riding lawnmower motor with starter adapted to OMC drive and have air cooled motor for about $200-300..
You also could of made a sculling oar which could be an alternative means of propelling your boat... Could also serve as a spare rudder..
Sails are not a reliable means of propelling a boats on coastal waters.. Diesel motors are very expensive and less reliable than a 4 stroke motor.. A Kalcker Reactor for $20 can save you 6x the fuel making it 3x more fuel efficient than a noisy smelly expensive diesel motor..
Tim O'Brien
Tim O'Brien - 6 years ago
What is the annual cost of Tow Boat USA?? Seems to me it would be cheaper to have a DIY outboard motor with Kalcker Reactor which doesn't pollute and last forever..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYjmJYI4aJI&t=2s

A sculling oar could serve as both a means to propel your boat and as an extra rudder..
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Luckily we prepared ourselves with Tow Boat U.S. For coastal cruising here it is a workable option. We knew we would have another means of transport if the engine had issues. -Randi
SV Esprit Libre
SV Esprit Libre - 6 years ago
Glad you guys made it. As I said before any questions you have about the E32 let me know.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks!
Stargate Pioneer
Stargate Pioneer - 6 years ago
Who prepares your meal menu and does the grocery shopping before a trip like this?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We are admittedly not the best planners. Lol. I went grocery shopping and picked up items that I knew we could easily store and not have to worry about refrigerating. We do not trust the propane lines right now, so that is something we want to get worked out. As we get things like the cooler and propane situated we'll be able to open up other options. We'll be more thoughtful in our meal planning when we have these set up. For this trip we had lots of fruit, a pecan pie (for Thanksgiving), salami, beef jerky, tuna, crackers, English muffins, tortilla chips, salsa...it was not a very healthy diet.
SV Barry Duckworth
SV Barry Duckworth - 6 years ago
It's a good idea to close up all the thru-hulls when you are not on the boat. We turn off the engine raw water seacock when we take the key out of the ignition, then hang it on the valve handle so it isn't forgotten. I really don't trust the engine cooling system not to leak when it isn't being used or watched. Too many points of failure. IMHO, never trust something that can fail when it comes to keeping water out of the boat when a simple valve could have been turned off to prevent it. Wicked Salty lost their new boat because their head siphoned water up through it and flooded the boat when it was on the mooring can. Simple to have prevented it just by making it a habit to close all the thru-hulls every time you leave the boat -except for cockpit scuppers which need to be left on so rainwater can drain through.

Don't sweat the engine thing. All older sailboats are going to run into fuel issues sooner or later if they are not kept up meticulously and most people don't know how to do that. You'll learn it as you go, and eventually it'll become second nature (or you will go broke paying professional mechanics forever) But it isn't really all that difficult once you start learning the common failures and how to fix and even prevent them. Get Nigel Calder's books on diesel repair and he'll walk you through the troubleshooting of problems as well as maintaining the fuel system so that problems are minimized if not almost totally avoided. Remember with diesel engines it is almost always fuel. Fuel, fuel, fuel. If it is a non-fuel issue it is likely to be a VERY expensive failure -often requiring a rebuild that may or may not be worth doing on an older engine.

Have fun. Learn those lines :D
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input! We do make it a habit of closing the thru hulls whenever we leave the boat. I can't imagine how I would feel if I knew leaving the thru-hull open was the reason my boat sank. I don't think I could forgive myself. Lol.


We actually were given a Nigel Calder book about engine maintenance from the previous owner. When the engine went out in the waterway we were looking over every possible reason in the book. It's why we were thinking it had to be the fuel pump diaphragm. Right part, but ended up being the power for the fuel pump. It is definitely a helpful book. -Randi
Allyn Onderdonk
Allyn Onderdonk - 6 years ago
You know you guys could live on that one. Don't you both own a condo, and are planning on renting it out?? Anyway, move out of that condo now, find a storage unit and start renting. My wife and I have recently decided to do rental properties. If you own the condo outright, I would do this...put it in an LLC if you can. If there is a mortgage use the business to pay the mortgage....if there isn't one get a loan on it to buy another one and rent it out as well. You can do it over and over if you have the equity already. If you are thinking we don't make enough money for that....well if the existing one is being paid for by the business it doesn't count against your earning potential typically. Card in all financial (stick it all together minus the last letter)did up a loan for us that way. By next year or the year after that, my wife and I will retire and take the kids cruising....we are 42.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input! I think you're right about your points. We are lucky in that we both have family nearby, so if we do begin cruising it is possible that a family member could take over managing the AirBnB for a portion of the profit, which would be great it if is bringing in good cash flow. Otherwise, traditional renting may be the way to go.
Allyn Onderdonk
Allyn Onderdonk - 6 years ago
Traditional renting is good for long term cruising. For the most part the renters take care of themselves. You have to do something only occasionally as a maintenance item, and most things can be taken care of by maids, handymen, plumbers, electricians, etc. So all you need to worry about is finding another renter when another one leaves. There are companies which can manage your rental, but they usually take a good portion of the cash flow. AirBnB is much more lucrative, but managing it is much more intensive and complex a process. You have to run it much like a hotel... AirBnBers expect to have management close by, and the space to be cleaned every time someone leaves. Expect to be cleaning or meeting people every two or three days. It might be a good idea to do AirBnB until such a time as shortly before you do any serious long term cruising. AirBnB will be like a choke collar and a short leash to most cruisers if they don't have someone else looking after the place.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Nice! You've done well for yourselves. We are considering fixing up this boat to a livable condition and living on it while AirBnBing our place. We live in an area where we could potentially make more with our condo on AirBnB than traditionally renting. Still in the logistics phase of thinking through this process and need to finish some renovations in the condo before we can move forward. -Randi
Jim Hendricks
Jim Hendricks - 6 years ago
I'm still checking Craig's list everyday. Hopefully, we'll be on the water at some point too.  

Totally, awesome you and Abandon Comfort got together!

BTW: Had the rev issue on a diesel myself before and found out it was bad fuel.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That's awesome! Keep it up. We had emptied the old fuel and refilled the tank. We noticed that their is a priming ball on the fuel line that had collapsed close on itself. When we got that to pop back open, the revving issue stopped. We need to figure out if that priming ball is something we can remove or not, since the engine itself is self-priming. -Randi
Aiaiaii z
Aiaiaii z - 6 years ago
I think u have to know how to repair engine.. what will hapen if u decide to somewhere out of usa.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
This is definitely something we are working on learning. -Randi
Aiaiaii z
Aiaiaii z - 6 years ago
Maan.. in thery engines are simple. Learn it!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We are working on it. We have a book about engine maintenance that we are reading now. -Randi
Jason Darby
Jason Darby - 6 years ago
I came here from abandoned comfort..... I like the vids!!!!! Good job!!!!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Glad we got to share this experience with them. :) -Randi
Daniel Robertson
Daniel Robertson - 6 years ago
Ad some turbo maxx to your oil it's awesome.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Daniel Robertson I don't know what that is, but we'll look into it. Thanks for the tip! -Randi
SV Valiant
SV Valiant - 6 years ago
We were wanting to take that route but our 55' mast wont allow it. And the depths get pretty shallow. Not good for a 6 foot draft. Did you see any depths lower than 6?
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Not that we recall on the Okeechobee Waterway, but the mast height would definitely be an issue for the 49' railway bridge. -Randi
Cptn Uwe's Pirate Tales
Cptn Uwe's Pirate Tales - 6 years ago
Its not a big thing everyone has engine problems at the least appropriate time. When you figure it out you will have gone over your first learning curve, remember its FREE, or is it enjoy
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol. Thanks for watching and for the input! It was definitely a learning experience and now we know we need to check all of our electrical connections and grease them to prevent corrosion. -Randi
RILEY SHEEN
RILEY SHEEN - 6 years ago
nice
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
RILEY SHEEN Thanks! -Randi
Christina Queeno
Christina Queeno - 6 years ago
lol. My BF bought my dog a life jacket two summers ago! He steals my dog throughout the summer to go crabbing. Love Abandon Comfort. Waiting for them to be on the water again.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That's great! I'm sure your dog enjoys going crabbing with him. I feel like dogs always love getting brought along. We can't wait for them to get on the water either. Hopefully we can stow away somewhere on Luci. Lol. -Randi
Phil H
Phil H - 6 years ago
Since you said neither Somnium nor Freebie are your forever boat, I vote for the idea that you sell both and put the money towards a boat you think will take you where you want to go.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It's definitely a thought that has crossed our minds, but we want to spend some time enjoying Freebie for a bit while we fix her up. We've missed sailing while Somnium has been on the hard. -Randi
ted renard
ted renard - 6 years ago
Hi guys. Really well done, not only on getting there but making a great video too. Regarding your leak. It's possible that you're getting water into the boat via a thing called the stern gland. This is the "device" which the propeller shaft passes through to the propeller. You need to establish if it's an old style gland with gland packing material in it (usually has a big nut on it, or a sort of plate with a nut on either side, well, save a load of words, have a look here, scroll down to find yours : https://coxengineering.sharepoint.com/pages/sternglands.aspx). It will either be one of these or a newer (& costly) dripless seal type. If it is an old style one, and it drips in a cupfull or so an hour when the engine is in use, don't tighten it to prevent that. The water lubricates and cools the whole thing. It can be adjusted, and the Boatowners Electrical & Mechanical book by Nigel Calder should have a good description, or read that link I've posted. Vyv Cox is one of the foremost yacht/boat engineers in the UK, so following his advice will stand you in good stead. Although it's tempting to rush to a new style dripless one, I wouldn't recommend it. If the old style one fails, there are a number of ways to recover from it, & if maintained they're very reliable. Some of the newer one's are brilliant until they fail, and when they do they tend to be very difficult to seal to keep out the in-rushing water, so you could end up walking home. The boat looks like a winner as far as I can see, and a little maintenance (which you could need on a $100k boat anyway) and you'll be flying. We're cheering!
P.S Time AC's dog got his own channel :-)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for watching and for the input! We are familiar with the old style stern gland from removing the propeller shaft on our O'Day 272. We will need to carefully inspect the one on the Endeavor though to see if this is the source of the leak. Jordan thought it could be coming from the raw water inlet somewhere. Roo is an awesome dog! He doesn't have his own channel (yet), but he does have his own instagram: @meruthemini
-Randi
Derek Nicholson
Derek Nicholson - 6 years ago
Time to buy a multimeter, if you don't already have one. Also, undo, clean and grease with dielectric grease every electrical connection you come across.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We do have a multi-meter, so we will be putting that to use. We plan on going through and checking all the electrical connections we can find now. Lol. Thanks for watching! -Randi
Just Dave
Just Dave - 6 years ago
Wow! Awesome! Best wishes
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! -Randi
Blackcat Holman
Blackcat Holman - 6 years ago
Reminded me of motoring down the ship canal from Lake Union in Seattle to the locks in Ballard. Several draw bridges to cope with, and rafting in the locks with other boats.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It's an interesting experience to go through so many draw bridges and locks. It was a fun adventure! -Randi
Brian Percival
Brian Percival - 6 years ago
Awesome trip. It looks so nice. I'm in the grips of -12c and 6 inches of snow overnight. While watching the video and your engine trouble, it was running fine and suddenly not running, so I was thinking an electrical issue. Boats, water and electrical always tend to corrode connections. A free boat is still worth those small problems. Congrats on bringing it home. I'm so jealous right now. :=/
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
BRRR! It's currently 46F/7.8C here and I think that's plenty cold. Lol. We are going to go over our connections and grease them to prevent further corrosion. -Randi

100. comment for 33. Three Hundred Nautical Miles on a FREE BOAT! - DIY Sailing

Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We were very lucky about where the engine quit- nice, secure location. Honestly, the $200 was really worth it because it brings peace of mind knowing that we had a true diesel mechanic look over the engine as well. -Randi
Sailing Kittiwake
Sailing Kittiwake - 6 years ago
Another great video guys! Love the maintenance side of your channel :)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! I think the maintenance side is definitely a reality of boat ownership. Maintenance is key. -Randi
Andrew Foden
Andrew Foden - 6 years ago
Are inboard diesels so unreliable on just about every cruising channel the engine breaks on every episode it seems.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I must admit that even on the Endeavor 32, we feel like the design of that space makes it very difficult to service the engine. We were both in and out of the lazarette and quarter berth many times addressing engine needs. Thanks for the input! -Randi
ted renard
ted renard - 6 years ago
The problems usually relate to maintenance, age, access and installation. Access and installation are (surprisingly common) poor design issues. Things like tanks installed without a way of draining and cleaning them (no drain stopcock on the bottom and no access hatches on top). Lack of access to critical maintenance points on the engine (filter, pumps etc) usually means they don't get the maintenance they should, resulting in failures. A lot of owners bought the boat to use, not to maintain, says it all too. Another issue is fuel. Here in the UK, with the advent of biodiesel, fuel has a 6 month lifespan. Lots of people don't spend time finding this sort of stuff out until it bites them. Others here have mentioned wiring. Buy oversized, tinned marine grade wire to replace all critical systems wiring, with gel filled crimps and heat shrink or /and self amalgamating tape. For HT leads I use a type of welding cable, which is usually higher spec and cheaper than the boatstore stuff, lugs sealed on with plastic dip before the double heatshrink over all. It takes years to catch up on everything that can shaft you, but thinking that your engine should be capable of running underwater is a good place to start.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha it does seem that way! Yet, we've always been told they are so reliable....very confusing. Our little Tohatsu 9.8 outboard on Somnium was super reliable. We shall see now with this fix how our Westerbeke 20B2 does. -Randi
Sasquatch
Sasquatch - 6 years ago
Consider carrying a tub of vaseline - works as an insulator, protector and lubricant.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Great tip! Thanks. -Randi
LouB
LouB - 6 years ago
Stuff Happens
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Always! -Randi
No Job
No Job - 6 years ago
Oh yeah there a awesome couple I love their channel too.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Ryan and Kelsey are awesome! Roo as well, he was so great on the boat. -Randi
Dale Leslie
Dale Leslie - 6 years ago
Yes, I was thinking the same when the main engine cut out and died, a Long Shaft Merc or Honda or anything....all the sailboats around here have outboards too, Kingston, Lake Ontario...and hours of work and a bad connection was not found, this should have been fixed overnight....oh the young man is learning,...
Findbhair N. McConaught
Findbhair N. McConaught - 6 years ago
Your first adventure on this boat ... great! :) And I love the new name "SV Freebie" :D ... a very nice name, sounds like many good journeys with great experiences. I wish you all a lot of fun with it and I'm glad to hear that the boat seems to be in good shape.
The engine defect ... that could have happened to anyone. Do not worry about it, corrosion on an older boat is more than normal. But you will have to check all this to find all those little flaws. Nevertheless, a great video, thanks a lot for taking us on your first ride. :)

I wish the SV Freebie and its crew bon voyage at all times and that it will always have a a hand's breadth of water below the keel - as we always say in Germany.

Greetings - Fin
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you, Fin! We've been in most of her nooks and crannies looking her over. Now we know that we really want to inspect all of her electronic connections very carefully though and grease the terminals to prevent future corrosion. I am sure we will find little things to fix along the way in addition to the cosmetic fixes she needs. <3 Randi
Kemxt
Kemxt - 6 years ago
Always excited to see the next adventure. Still glad you guys were the ones to get that free boat. Also, you sailed right passed where I am in Stuart
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! We are excited to get to share this opportunity with all of you. My grandfather lived in Stuart for quite some time. Great place! -Randi
joel1239871
joel1239871 - 6 years ago
I'm a new sailboat owner, and I already have some regrets.  I had watched S/V Atom's postings about refitting boats with little outboard motors, and couldn't understand why someone would do that.  My little diesel has run flawlessly, but doing maintenance is a pain (hard to get into the engine bay where half the damn things are located), and it takes up a ton of boat room for storage in a long distance passage.  IMHO, I would take that into consideration for the next boat you purchase.  Really good video!  I look forward to more!
strangebrewski80
strangebrewski80 - 6 years ago
Have you considered having a backup fuel pump you can attach quickly (possibly quick connects) for such a situation? What speed do you think you can get from the boat in a good wind? Nothing like the quietness of sailing under a good wind. Love the video. Boat that passed you on the Okeechobee looked like a Sea Ray. Maybe going to a boat show at Captiva Island, you are fortunate enough to not be paying for fuel that they were using. Keep up with the great videos! Look forward to seeing more.
SailAwayItsaBreez
SailAwayItsaBreez - 6 years ago
Hey a free boat..... just enjoy the journey and think of the fun your having. who cares if the motor quit. Just part of your adventure..
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
One of my favorite quotes is "The only difference between an ordeal and an adventure is your attitude." This was an adventure for sure. :) - Randi
Rhonda Armstrong
Rhonda Armstrong - 6 years ago
Totally awsum video..your doin magic, giggle..thx furr sharing...
a new fan
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. -Randi
faircompetition1
faircompetition1 - 6 years ago
First thing I did on my boat was remove the fuel tank and clean it . Worth it . Almost certainly a fuel issue. Also in the locks if you use shovel handles you can hold the boat off the slimy walls . Available at any hardware store .
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Good tips, thanks! We have talked about cleaning the fuel tanks. We will most likely be doing this in the near future. -Randi
Titus Tiger
Titus Tiger - 6 years ago
Haven't seen you guys in a while, and thought this was a new vlog... then after hearing the familar 'voice' had to go back and see what you were ... what a month ago.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! It's nice to get some feedback on it. -Randi
Titus Tiger
Titus Tiger - 6 years ago
the more I look at it the more I like it. Like you say the saw.. I didn't know it was a coral, but it was intriging, The thing I like is how it still reflects a bit of the previous logo.. so you are still you...
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! Jordan went through at least ten variations of logos, but we love the way this one turned out. Encompasses our love of sailing (sailboat), DIY (saw), and corals (piece of coral on the foresail). -Randi
Titus Tiger
Titus Tiger - 6 years ago
I'm surprised more peole don't change the name of their vlogs once they get going, but it does take some getting used to.

Edit --- like the new logo
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
The channel name change was probably a little confusing, but this name encompasses more about us rather than just our sailboat. It worked out well now that we have a different sailing vessel, as well. -Randi
curacao11
curacao11 - 6 years ago
cool video guys
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the feedback and for watching! -Randi
spinnaker5514
spinnaker5514 - 6 years ago
When you buy a boat or get one for free, you take a chance. I think you did great! I bought a 38' sportfish from out of state about 10 years ago and picked it up on of all days Thanksgiving. I paid for a thorough in/out of water survey and nothing of significance was found. We left the marina out on Cape Cod with an egg shell thickness of ice on the water. Idling out and loading coordinates into the GPS we finally cleared the channel and I proceeded to open up the throttles a little. Almost immediately both engine overheat alarms sounded and I shut down both engines. We opened the engine compartment and couldn't find any visiable problems, waited for the engines to cool and tried a re-start. One engine would not re-start and one engine did. So we proceeded on one engine at basically idle speed to the Connecticut River all night long. Once at my homeport marine my mechanic opened up the manifolds and discovered that they were thoroughly clogged and rusted basically shut. My survey stated that the engines were run at idle, 1500, 2000, 2500 and 3200 rpm's for 15-20 minutes at each zone with reccorded oil temps and pressure and water temps and all was normal. It would have been impossible for this to happen. Come to find out the surveyer took me for a ride and since I was out of state it was almost impossible to pursue him legally. I called the licensing authority and they basically said as long as he paid his dues they couldn't do anything to him or about the situation. I wasted 1700 dollars on a full survey. So everything in life is hit or miss. I still think you did good. The owner obviously tried to trick me your owner did not. That would have been something almost impossible to find I thiink. You did great, you didn't panick, did your best to make the best out of a bad situation, kept a smile on your face and were as prepared as possible. (in that you had towing insurance) Good job. I'm sure you'll get a lot of enjoyment out of this new boat. I also subscribe to "Abandon Comfort" another great site! Thanks for your video and next tie instead of telling us your jumping in to cool off, video it! :)  Happy New Year and good luck with the "Freebie"!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I'm very sorry to hear that. We will get some fishing in for you. <3 Randi
spinnaker5514
spinnaker5514 - 6 years ago
Randi, Unfortunately I suffered a stroke about a year after I bought the boat which is about how much time it took me to remove and rebuild the two engines and complete a couple other projects on the boat. I always thought I would return to work, but was never able to. So I ended up loosing the 38' Egg Harbor just as she was ready to do some serious fishing on her. I haven't fished since. I do hope to see you guys catch a few in future episodes though! I look forward to living through your adventures so please keep the dream alive for all of us!!! Happy New Year!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the input! I am sorry to hear about your survey experience. It is unfortunate that there are individuals out there who would so intentionally mislead you. I hope that the sportfish has since brought you some more enjoyment. We do need to be a little better about keeping the cameras on for more of the things we do. That will have to be our new year's resolution. Lol. I can't remember if Ryan filmed when the rest of us got in the water. There's a chance he did and it will be in their next episode. Happy New Year to you too! Thanks for watching. -Randi
Craig Perth AU
Craig Perth AU - 6 years ago
Aussie Humour ha ha , AMR has a way with words. Well said , was thinking the same . Wish you guys all the best for 2018 , great video . Cheers xoxo
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha we enjoyed his comment as well. Thank you! Best wishes for you in 2018 too! -Randi
richard y.
richard y. - 6 years ago
good show guys i well be looking for more show thanks for shareing..
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you for the feedback! Hope you enjoy the rest of the episodes. -Randi
Gogs
Gogs - 6 years ago
Brilliant video, thanks. If you worry about mast clearance as i do, fit a cheap video camera to the very top of the mast and an equally cheap monitor in the cockpit then you have a direct line view of the obstacle, and some great video if it takes the top of the mast off.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha. That would be some interesting footage for sure! I just never want it to be our footage. Lol. It is definitely a good idea for viewing height obstacles, though. Thanks for the tip and for watching! -Randi
Jesse Reed S/V Matador
Jesse Reed S/V Matador - 6 years ago
My Endeavour fills up with water more when shes hauled out then when she is out on mooring, lol
Jesse Reed S/V Matador
Jesse Reed S/V Matador - 6 years ago
No worries, Cheers guys !
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Jesse Reed S/V Matador Whoops! Lol. It's hard to remember who wrote what, but at least you know I was paying attention to what you said! ♡Randi
Jesse Reed S/V Matador
Jesse Reed S/V Matador - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines I think that was me , as soon as I covered the compass on the binnacle I noticed the difference but the bottom where it connects to the cockpit deck is very suspect
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It's always tough to determine the source, there's so many possibilities. Lol. One of our other viewers with an Endeavor 32 found that his binnacle was leaking. -Randi
Jesse Reed S/V Matador
Jesse Reed S/V Matador - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines pretty sure it's the cockpit and or lazeretts
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
What do you think is causing your water issue? We are still trying to figure out where exactly on our raw water intake is leaking. We are just happy it is not the thru-hull. That would be a much bigger project. -Randi
Kevin Blanchard
Kevin Blanchard - 6 years ago
Its all about the adventure, if everything went perfect it would be boring (right)! great vid keep living the dream.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
It was quite the adventure! Thanks for watching and following along with us! -Randi
Jesse Reed S/V Matador
Jesse Reed S/V Matador - 6 years ago
Furling main ?! Lucky !!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That is really a treat! Thanks for watching. -Randi
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Greece is certainly on my bucket list, beautiful water. My cousin and his wife were stationed in Germany for quite some time. They loved it there. Would love to visit there as well. -Randi
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Hello! Definitely a learning experience! We will be sure to check our terminals and grease them to prevent future events like this. We were very lucky to be in such a good position. Looking forward to getting her nice and spiffy with a little TLC. <3 Randi and our sofa crew (1 German Shepherd and 2 cats)
Uncle Bob
Uncle Bob - 6 years ago
Best boat name ever! Good luck Kids. Things going wrong is great content
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! The name was Jordan's idea. -Randi
Parknest
Parknest - 6 years ago
$200 for corroded fuel pump terminals? White grease is your friend. It will prevent a repeat performance.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! -Randi
Parknest
Parknest - 6 years ago
You want to get in an aerosol can. You should find it in places such as your local Auto Zone or Advance Auto.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the tip! The price was mostly for labor/cost of the mechanics time. We are definitely going to be checking our terminals and greasing them to avoid any further issues. -Randi
someonec86
someonec86 - 6 years ago
engines.... seems every youtube channel has engine issues.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I think it just goes along with having a boat. Lol. -Randi
Thomas D Harrell
Thomas D Harrell - 6 years ago
congrats on the boat. be careful have fun.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you and thanks for watching! -Randi
S/V Adma
S/V Adma - 6 years ago
Hm, not really happy with the boat name. It is just the same as a 40.000,- dollar boat. The owners just had confidence in you two. At the end of your sailing carer money is much less important then good new owners. If you buy about the same boat for $ 40.000,- your fuel line and tanks are still a problem, nothing to do with the price. Boat ownership is different. It is more the relation between parent and child. You wouldn't ask money for your daughter, or at least not anymore :-) Really cool what you are doing and I did not see anything that you might call a fail!!!
Captain Mark Gray
Captain Mark Gray - 6 years ago
Why not get a Patreon page for people to support your efforts?

I have seen 50 ft sailboats go for $1 but they take tens of thousands to restore often. Most often they need an expensive engine to start so you made out there. I would have the fuel tank cleaned professionally, change all filters, empty the water fuel separator, check / replace all hoses etc to start and keep that expensive engine in top condition for starters. Best of everything life has to offer to both of you. The trip and memories last a lifetime, especially when you are too old to well, do much more than enjoy your memories of youth :-)
Daniel Petrosky
Daniel Petrosky - 6 years ago
boats are way better and much better then any house
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Hopefully one day our boat will be our "house". -Randi
Daniel Petrosky
Daniel Petrosky - 6 years ago
boats cars airplanes all break down
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Very true! - Randi
Lee Davies. SV PATCHAMIE
Lee Davies. SV PATCHAMIE - 6 years ago
It's like watching a marvel crossover with Ryan and kelsy There. I also subscribe to them too, keep up the good work you guys xxxx
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol we kept talking about it as a crossover show too! Thanks watching! -Randi
Paul Green
Paul Green - 6 years ago
A free 31' sailboat. With a working engine. With a roller furling main and roller furling jib. You've got some good karma. What's happening to the old boat?
FiddleStick's bessette
FiddleStick's bessette - 6 years ago
how long will the engine work,''Free,ugh..Nothing's Free..
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Project Manaia - Ocean Conservation & Research We were very lucky indeed.
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INDEPENDENCE for RESEARCH at SEA - PROJECT MANAIA - 6 years ago
I was blown away as well. Free boats usually come with ZERO extras and a seized engine...
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
As of right now, she's in a bit of limbo. We had a local viewer reach out about potentially purchasing her. We want to give him some time to think through his plans. If it is not a good fit for him, we will be listing her for sale. -Randi
Hank Johns
Hank Johns - 6 years ago
Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to the adventure! Happy you got a bigger boat, hate that you wont be working on the O'day 272 anymore. I actually bought one myself this summer and just started working on it this winter to take to the Keys next winter. I hope. Awesome to see Abandon Comfort. I love their channel as well. Stuck in Kentucky living the sailing life through YouTubers.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Depending on who ends up with the boat, there may still be videos of it coming. Just a thought. Lol. We always wanted to do a Keys trip with Somnium, so I hope you get to take your O'Day 272 there. Ryan and Kelsey are amazing. Can't wait to see how their video from the trip ends up. -Randi
Sailing Vessel Southern Lady
Sailing Vessel Southern Lady - 6 years ago
Glad to hear it was just a corroded terminal. Add clean all terminals to your to-do list! Great video!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Definitely on our to-do list! Thanks for watching! -Randi
Astrodiver 1
Astrodiver 1 - 6 years ago
At least the wheel stayed on! Thanks for posting guys.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha that would have been very unlucky. Would have had to tested that emergency tiller. -Randi
Mr C
Mr C - 6 years ago
It’s the old running out of gas trick, “ Wink, wink, Nod, Nod “
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol
Bob Harlow
Bob Harlow - 6 years ago
Hi guys, and Happy 2018! You've probably already found it, but there is an Endeavour owner's group site with lots of great info on your boat. Check it out at http://www.endeavourowners.com/boats/e32/e32specs.html . You did good!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the tip! I hadn't seen this yet, not sure if Jordan had. -Randi
Rick Harris
Rick Harris - 6 years ago
I'd call that a success.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
In the moment it didn't feel like it but now it's definitely a success!
Mr
Mr - 6 years ago
With a little hard work you will have a nice boat
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We think so too. Thanks!
chiwea123
chiwea123 - 6 years ago
On a motor boat, places are the destination. On sailboats, the boat is the destination.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Couldn't agree more. Thanks for watching!
Charles Thomas
Charles Thomas - 6 years ago
I've never been that route in a sailboat either. Never even occurred to me not to sail around south Florida. Well done. Thankfully, you got a boat with a short mast.
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INDEPENDENCE for RESEARCH at SEA - PROJECT MANAIA - 6 years ago
Amazing how many times in life a short mast actually makes life easier...
Charles Thomas
Charles Thomas - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines Actually, the course I was referring to is 15 weeks and very hands on intensive. There are two maritime training schools in Florida. MPT and the Chapman Institute. The course I was talking about gives you a full working knowledge of boating from the basics through emergency protocols. The USCG Captains license you get at the end is a minimal thing compared to what you learn. This is a professional level curriculum and takes the same dedication as any college or vocational training. The benefits to being a trained sailor, are lower insurance rates, peace of mind, and the ability to take paying passengers should finances be an issue in the future. The bottom line is that the sea kills people every year and preys upon the ignorant more than the knowledgeable. Don't want to get too in depth or time involved? No problem. Call one of the institutes and see what courses you can fit in. Also ASA has affiliate instructors ALL over the U.S.A. for their classes as well. Cheers!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Yes, we actually love the learning process. Is the Ft. Lauderdale course done on weekends? It's a bit far for us. We watch a good amount of informational boat videos (e.g. Skip Novak's Storm Weather Sailing) on Youtube, plus info from comments and books. -Randi
Charles Thomas
Charles Thomas - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines Seems to me that you two are studying up on things which is a great way to go. There is a fifteen week boat course in Ft. Lauderdale that would have you ready to take on the world if you are interested. And there are lots of people who have brains you can pick and of course there is always books and tech stuff!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I do not like the barrel idea at all. Lol. I'd rather find another route, but I guess sometimes you have no other options. We bought a book that was all about sailing in the southeast region (I can't remembered the book/guide's title and its on the boat), but it mentioned the power line issue in it. There was a set of power lines on the ICW on the east coast that we had to cross under that has apparently caused many issues because of how quickly it tapers down from the mid-point. Apparently a lot of ships have had their electronics fried because of arcing from those power lines. Scared me reading about it. Lol. Made sure we crossed directly under center. -Randi
Charles Thomas
Charles Thomas - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines That can be tricky and can end up with a capsized boat! Also, you can bend or break the mast. On rivers around the world watch out for low crossing power lines as well. Cheers.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Right? We were worried even though we double and triple checked the heights. Supposedly some people heel their boat with barrels attached to the mast if they're a little too tall.
pate allan
pate allan - 6 years ago
Not that bad a cruise. Glad the engine got fixed cheap. I'm still stuck in Titusville. We've had engine troubles, now V-drive troubles. Nothing but problems out of this dock queen I bought. Its the prettiest shiny turd you ever saw. Its a real head turner at the dock but cant leave the dock. Well, we tried 3 times so far. See, you guys are doing a lot better than me.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Hopefully this last throw of money will get things worked out. Lol. I'm sure you don't want to keep throwing money at it without results. At least you'll have looked over the systems thoroughly with all of these fixes so that you can be confident in your travels to the Caribbean. Best wishes on getting your boat up and running reliably. -Randi
pate allan
pate allan - 6 years ago
We own a house in SC. I'm not giving up my dirt home for a unreliable boat. We work at nuclear plants during shut downs and then cruise a little , then go home for a while. We just sold a 43' Hatteras which was awesome but we wanted to go to the Carib. and not in a Hatteras. As soon as the gear box gets rebuilt and I buy a new shaft then I'll go back down there and install it. Every since we bought this boat its been nothing but trouble. maybe one day I'll get the mechanical stuff fixed. There's no problem that cant be solved by throwing money at it and I've been spending a bunch.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I'm sorry to hear that! Hopefully you'll get her running soon. Will you stay in Titusville or are you traveling?
Gary C
Gary C - 6 years ago
Good video guys. A pity about the fuel pump issue. Its always handy to have what the car recovery guys call " A racing fuel cell". That's just a gallon can with a fuel line attached. You can put some fuel in it attach the line directly to the injector pump and hang it above to gravity feed fuel to the engine. Works every time.  Have subscribed and look forward to your adventures. Fair winds & regards from the UK
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Sounds so simple that it just might work! I think we'll try to figure this out and maybe put out a video on how we did this. It could be helpful for a lot of boat owners. Thanks for the suggestion!
3DPDK
3DPDK - 6 years ago
I am so glad you made a comment about clearance height during you're passage under the lift bridge. My mast is 45 feet plus wind vein, and I was worried I wouldn't make it under the bridge. My word-of-mouth info was that it was 42 feet. I need to get that chart! I may still go around on the outside just to go to Key West for a "liberty port" but at least I know that Okeechobee is an option.

I totally agree with the comments of Tylee and Alf Torp. With a Westerbeke, other than an ol' Detroit is one of the simplest diesels out there, unless it stops with a loud mechanical clunk (main bearing seize or worse, a broken piston rod) it will be a fuel problem. Since you replaced the old fuel you would rule out clogged injectors, which leaves one thing - fuel pump. Not all Westerbekes are set up exactly the same, some have a shut off solenoid and some have an in-line electrical fuel pump, and either (sometimes both) are connected to a safety cut off relay circuit controlled by the oil pressure and water temp gauges. Wire corrosion and previous owner "gerry-rigging" are the two major things that will give you problems with your Westerbeke. A really good initial test is to simply run a wire from the battery to the electric fuel pump. Only do this if you are sure the engine isn't overheating and has good oil pressure. If yours is a mechanical fuel pump with a solenoid the most effective emergency solution is to bypass it with an emergency electric fuel pump. With some fuel hose, hook the pump directly to the throttle inlet tubing. For $50 from AutoZone, Advance or NAPA, a generic, 12 volt inline fuel pump, 2 feet of fuel line hose and six appropriately sized hose clamps (not zip-ties) should (must) be part of your emergency engineering kit. Wire connection corrosion are a constant problem everywhere on a boat and should be part of your periodic maintenance checks.

All in all, a nice passage. Even an unexpected squaw can be a nice excuse to duck below and cuddle with the spouse ;) Even brand new boat deliveries are rarely "un-eventful". As long as you keep a cool head and don't panic or curl up in a corner of the cockpit and give up (I HAVE seen that response ... by a former wife!) it's the "events" that make the sea stories you later tell your grand kids!

Now comes the refurbishing work. Just try not to get so wrapped up in the yard work that you neglect to get her out in the bay once in a while. Fair Weather and Following Seas! I'll be watching. Capt Paul "Pappy"
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the informative feedback as always! I'll be sure to figure out if our engine has a shutoff solenoid or an in-line electrical fuel pump, and figure out the best way to jerry rig it if fails again on a longer passage.


For the bridge height we used Active Captain. If you're not familiar you can find it here. https://activecaptain.com/na_st_petersburg_us/. The live map is interactive and tells you information you need for cruising about bridges, anchorages, shoaling, etc. It's updated by cruisers so it stays as current as possible.


Thanks again for watching! Fair winds!
Tony Stott
Tony Stott - 6 years ago
What a bargain! Don't let little setbacks deter you - you will get there in the end
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Definitely we will! The setbacks are part of the journey. Thanks for watching!
aj2674
aj2674 - 6 years ago
Having a "kicker", or a separate small outboard can be worth it sometimes, especially in situations like this, or when you don't want to fire your inboard. Diesels are pretty fuel efficient though, so they're not as common as they used to be. Just as a heads up, try to check any grounds you can. Many free boats that have been sitting for any length of time can have wire/ground corrosion issues, especially and obviously when exposed to salt water. Great advice to give now huh? Lol. You're still ahead. You'll get there also where you'll learn enough to keep you from being another person that says a boat is just a hole in the water to throw money in. The handier you get, the better off you'll be. Someday you'll go around the world as planned. USE THESE ISSUES. Imagine they are a course in boating. If you stretch the repair over a few years it's still cheaper than taking a ship/boat engine, wiring and navigating course. Thinking in those terms, you're still, far far ahead.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We try to DIY everything we can for this exact reason. We've found that owning a boat is much more affordable if you can educate yourself and DIY all the maintenance, refitting, and repairs. The only issue with doing this is now instead of the boat being a money-sink, it's now a time-sink, so it's a trade-off. Luckily Randi and I enjoy most boat work so it doesn't feel like work. Thanks for the feedback and for watching!
warp21drive
warp21drive - 6 years ago
Good job guys, I know that fuel pump connection is factory and does not look like it could ever fail. I'll check mine in spring! Got same engine.
So glad you were also able to sail too. I was going to say could you get you in mast roller mainsail enlarge from your old boat but you're main looked good! What a deal! Fix as you go and enjoy. Cheers Warren.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the feedback! This was not something I thought would fail but hey, I'm new to diesels so my thoughts aren't worth much, lol. Definitely check your connections! Cheers.
Geoff Withers
Geoff Withers - 6 years ago
Great video keep up the great work you guys from Australia
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the watching and the feedback!
Rooney Elkish
Rooney Elkish - 6 years ago
Abandon comfort have the best boat on you tube hand down
Edward Hart
Edward Hart - 6 years ago
The HR is a very good boat and they got a good deal
Why have you subscribed?
Why have you subscribed? - 6 years ago
Check out Sail Surf Roam it’s home made
campbub
campbub - 6 years ago
Rooney Elkish

MJ Sailing boat is really nice too
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lucidity is beautiful. We've been lucky enough to see her a couple times. (Never sailed on her though).
Art
Art - 6 years ago
Good Luck, I had the same start with my sailboats, first in the rivers waters with locks that gave me a good start of the intimacy with the boat and with the crew .... I restored a 19-foot Kolibri and went from Holland to England .... in the 80s. After the small problems in closed water I bought a 3hp reserve motor , it can also serve for the support boat ... my support boat was a plastic kid's boat! Do not pay attention to the best boats that are by your side ... I went through this ... just leave your little sailboat in good company of the big ones that can help you in bigger fights! Arthur (www.batatinha26.blogspot.com.br)
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for the feedback! We'll most likely have a real tender with an outboard and maybe we'll rig something up to be able to use the tender outboard to limp the boat along if the diesel fails.
Keith Sullivan
Keith Sullivan - 6 years ago
Great video of your first trip was fun to watch. Good luck as you take multiple journeys [different journeys: 1)going places in your boat, 2)learning your boat, 3)repairing/upgrading your boat] . It is all very emotional. I noticed in part of your video while in one of the locks you laid your handheld radio on top of your bimini. I wouldn't do that because a shift in the boat for any reason could cause it to slide off into the water. Lots to think about while in a lock and sometimes lots of movement.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
I noticed that handheld too as I watched the film, meant to say something to Jordan. Thanks for reminding me. Lol. We are very excited about all the possibilities with this boat! We look forward to sharing our journeys with her. -Randi
Tim Erickson
Tim Erickson - 6 years ago
Older fuel tanks crap gets in the fuel and can plug the lines. Carry a little bicycle pump. Just to blow out fuel lines. But he'll it's a great deal a nice boat that won't cost your right nut to get out on the water.enjoy
Carlos Portini
Carlos Portini - 6 years ago
go to Rick Moore's latest video aka Sophisticated Lady re: fuel line blockage. Free boats are never "free". Good luck
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
We had heard there can be build up in the tanks, but had never heard of this solution. Lol. Pretty clever. Thanks for the input! -Randi
AussieMusicRocks
AussieMusicRocks - 6 years ago
Stuck on a yacht, overnight, with an amazingly beautiful Woman such as Randy. Man your life sucks. LOL.
Great video guys.
Oh, I should say something technical about the engine. Get the mechanic to show you exactly which wire to loosen for more of those "stuck on a yacht with Randy moments. Hehehe.
Or maybe it was Randy that loosened the fuel pump wire. Either way, your both winners.
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INDEPENDENCE for RESEARCH at SEA - PROJECT MANAIA - 6 years ago
Seems they are leaving the frekin' dream :D Thinking that many times as I am taking the dinghi back to the boat in a massive downpour and the paper shopping bags :D
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Lol
Fred Fadungy
Fred Fadungy - 6 years ago
all subs should sign a Sympathy card for him..
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha we both laughed. Thanks for this entertaining comment!
Sailing S/V Teak Key Randy Fryling
Sailing S/V Teak Key Randy Fryling - 6 years ago
Welcome to sail boat life challenging at times. You did very well.....S/V Teak Key
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you for the feedback and for watching! -Randi
Sail Oria complete refit
Sail Oria complete refit - 6 years ago
what happened to Somnium??? I look forward to your adventures...favorable winds!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! It is hard to say goodbye after so much work, but we always knew Somnium wasn't our forever boat. Right now, we don't even think Freebie is our forever boat. They will both teach us a lot of lessons though. :) -Randi
Sail Oria complete refit
Sail Oria complete refit - 6 years ago
Learning the Lines after all the work you guys did on her, I was shocked...I have too much time, blood, sweat, pain in my girl to change plans now LMAO....Good luck with Freebie. She looks pretty sweet!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
She is still up on the hard in Palmetto, Florida. We've tidied her up a bit in case we need to make a listing for her. We had a local viewer reach out who is interested in her. He has quite the plans for her if everything works out. We shall see. -Randi
Uncle Muir
Uncle Muir - 6 years ago
You show me a boat that hasn't broken down and I will show you one that will. Take care and have fun.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha I like that saying. It is probably accurate as well. Thanks for watching! -Randi
ScubaTony Anschutz
ScubaTony Anschutz - 6 years ago
getting a free boat with a working motor is way more than you can ask for . Expect the boat to break a lot and be ready for that. This is a great learning tool cuz your going to need to fix everything.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Yes, we will definitely know every inch of this boat very quickly. We have lots of fixes ahead of us. I think sailing has definitely taught me to be prepared for anything and everything. You really have to be able to keep a level head too as things come up. -Randi
KSfixitman
KSfixitman - 6 years ago
Wow great video. The real or shall I say behind the scenes is very appealing so I think your subs will grow fast. I lived in titusville for a few years and surrounding areas before moving back home to Kansas. You might check out "Sailing SV Delos" for tips and more. They have had their fare share of problems and fixes. I am looking forward to more content from you guys. Thanks and be safe.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you for the feedback! We love watching Delos as well. I am always impressed with Brian and how he jumps right into fixing any issues that come up on the boat. He knows her so well. -Randi
Tylee
Tylee - 6 years ago
The engine issue could have happened to any second hand boat at any price. It will happen again, as it does to every sailboat engine anywhere in the world. You'll get used to it eventually.
SV Barry Duckworth
SV Barry Duckworth - 6 years ago
A diesel engine that has not been well-maintained will likely have fuel-related issues. If not in the tank with diesel bugs, or in the filters, it'll gum up in the lift or injector pumps or in the injectors themselves. It's all about fuel quality and maintaining of the filters, hoses, and hose fittings. You should go through every fuel hose and connector and replace them if they are at all iffy. Rubber fuel hoses only have a lifespan of a few years before they become prone to failures and are no longer going to be reliable. Also always have a spare fuel pump on board, and enough spare hose to fix any 2 runs of line plus all the fittings and hose clamps. You will figure this stuff out. People don't usually sell or give away boats that are in tip-top shape. There is usually a reason why they are getting rid of them. Boats that are sold by people who are very anal about maintenance and have service records and documentation of the work usually sell for a LOT more money. There is a reason for that.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Very true. Seems to be our tradition with boats that the engine cuts out on us soon after "purchase". It happened with our first boat, Somnium, as well. As soon as the previous owner drove off the outboard died. Hopefully it doesn't happen with every "new to us" boat. Lol. -Randi
Alf Torp
Alf Torp - 6 years ago
Older diesel engines are usually very, very simple when it comes to wiring. The wire going to the fuel pump is there to shut the fuel supply off, thus basically "starving" the engine of fuel in order to make it stop. Meaning that as long as that wire gets a voltage (12 or 24V depending on your setup) the engine will keep on running. The most important bits to look after on the engine (apart from the oil/filter and fuel lines/filter is the alternator. Make sure all the connectors are clean and non-corroded, and same with the main switches and battery connectors. If there is green corrosion buildup(I have no clue what that gunk is called in English, sorry) on any connectors, try washing it off with a little hot water, then protect the connectors with some battery terminal grease. Any wires you have that are corroded, try to either cut the corroded bits off until you find clean, fresh copper, or replace the wire in its entirety. I would recommend getting a book called "Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual". It is an excellent source of tips, tricks and examples.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you for the input. We need to do a thorough inspection of the electrical to avoid future issues. We'll look for that spray as well. -Randi
Netpackrat
Netpackrat - 6 years ago
If the old parts are working, definitely keep them for spares. Probably a better and cheaper thing you can do right away is clean all of the connections, and inspect the terminals and wires for damage and corrosion. As Alf said, most diesels are relatively simple, and there are only a few things that will make one quit outright like that; also a lot of fuel problems are actually electrical. A basic multimeter or even a simple test light to check for voltage might help you a lot in pinpointing similar issues in the future. Also get some Corrosion Block spray to protect your wiring connections as you clean them.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks for this solid feedback. Definitely a lot to think about. Before we do some long term cruising I'll most likely be replacing all of the engine electrical if it seems corroded. Thanks for watching!
Charles Thomas
Charles Thomas - 6 years ago
Alf Torp What Alf said.
Alf Torp
Alf Torp - 6 years ago
Solenoid was the word I could not think of. Some times it sucks to be a non-native English speaker :) The shutoff solenoid is present on most semi-modern diesels, though I know Mercedes used mechanical shutoff far in to the nineties.
Netpackrat
Netpackrat - 6 years ago
I don't know how their particular engine is set up, but some diesel engines will have a fuel shutoff solenoid to turn off the engine. Engine pump is typically mechanical with probably an electric supply pump from tank. Solenoid works as you describe, turning off power to solenoid interrupts fuel and kills engine. We had one (in a truck, not a boat) that would work fine when cold, but when hot, would not operate so engine wouldn't start until it cooled again, although malletizing it was also effective until we could get it replaced. If your engine uses a shutoff solenoid that is a good spare to have.
laman491
laman491 - 6 years ago
I was already subscribed to Abandon Comfort! Didn't know you knew them...
It is always nice to see collaborations between friends and channels! Wishing you better luck on your next adventure!
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! They're always great to be around and it was nice to get to share a little of our time with them. -Randi
Mike L Hawaii
Mike L Hawaii - 6 years ago
Seems right that you all know each other, great kids the lot of you. Aloha
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thank you! Thanks for watching as well. :) - Randi
Chrys Hansen
Chrys Hansen - 6 years ago
The addition of the map was a nice feature.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Thanks! I can't take credit for that one, but I will let Jordan know. :) - Randi
Z BEAR
Z BEAR - 6 years ago
I found your guyses channel because of abandon comfort by the way you guys should do a nice big sail with the two sailboats
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Haha that would also be fun! -Randi
Jc Regal
Jc Regal - 6 years ago
Two sailboats together, going the same direction....they call that a RACE ! ! !
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
That would be a great experience! We'd basically have to do that last day in reverse to get back to where they are though. That was a long day. -Randi
Z BEAR
Z BEAR - 6 years ago
That's awesome you guys got to hang out with the folks from abandon comfort they had a rough trip this past summer here I thought United States was bad for car break-ins nope it's Canada lol.... Awesome video happy to see you guys made it I wish I wasn't so afraid of the ocean I would get a sailboat myself keep the good content coming we enjoy it
Netpackrat
Netpackrat - 6 years ago
Obvious troll is obvious.
Learning the Lines
Learning the Lines - 6 years ago
Getting back to the original comment, it was great to hang out with Ryan, Kelsey, and Roo. You should try sailing sometime. You may feel more comfortable/secure than you imagine it. You can always start on fresh water too. -Randi
Tony Stott
Tony Stott - 6 years ago
Z BEAR I never said that. Also, are you seriously suggesting that the answer to US gun violence is to get MORE guns?
Z BEAR
Z BEAR - 6 years ago
Tony Stott your the one that said they have the most break-ins not bud
Z BEAR
Z BEAR - 6 years ago
Tony Stott go watch the video I'm talking about and there is a reason I said what I did. And us does have gun violence only because there's too many restrictions on the ones we do have the bad people that do have them we're taking advantage of the good people that don't have them
Tony Stott
Tony Stott - 6 years ago
Bit harsh claiming Canada has the most car break-ins. That's like saying that the US has the most gun deaths... oh wait
Netpackrat
Netpackrat - 6 years ago
US license plates likely made them a target. A few years ago a friend of mine was driving home to Alaska from lower 48; his truck was broken into and a bunch of stuff stolen.

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