And I do love your videos I grew up in New York City on Staten Island spent my entire life out on the open ocean I now live in Illinois I am landlocked I do love your videos please never stop making them
Marty, thank you very much for doing your full resolution edited videos. I know they are behind timewise but they are much much more enjoyable to watch then Mike’s live at five broken crappy looking video. One of the biggest things that we get out of watching your videos is living vicariously through what you are doing. Watching the broken up junkie videos during a live doesn’t put you there. Watching a crystal clear video that you upload makes us feel like we are there with you because of its clarity. Once again thank you for not doing live.
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, these videos really is a highlight in my life, livin the 9-5 grind in other part of the world. Take care of yourself and the dogs first, worst comes to worst you can always head home and start new adventures. There are many boats out there but only one Marty. Cheers mate🍺
I love your vids Marty, I live in the Rockies and hate water but over the years of watching your vids I have learned so much about how to look at life in general. I turn 50 this year, been looking at life through blind eyes and you have changed that, thank you my friend:) Been loving every day as is comes along!
Hi Marty! The squiky in that motor it have to be a loose belt that run waterpump, powersteering, or alternator. If those belt are tight, its time for new ones. Be safe🛥....😊✌
Marty, You may have figured it out by now but just in case - check the bearings on the water pump. I treated the same squeal as belts and my pump shaft busted out of the case. Cost me plenty for my negligence. Just passing on my experience.
Been there during the shrimp run. Unfortunately some of the locals can be jerks. They do have some monster redfish in mosquito lagoon. All of the little islands are spoil islands from dredging the channel.
I have been through that canal and at that boat ramp before. Usually there are a lot of Manatees there. There is a nice trail if you cross over the parking lot.
In a way calling the ICW Inter-Coastal is appropriate, since it is "between" the coastal water ways of several States. Calling it the Intra-Coastal is also fitting since it connecting locations _within_ the borders of these United States. With those clowns anchored in the middle of an _ACTIVE_ channel, I would have been very tempted to go through at the maximum speed that was either legal or that my boat could do (whichever was higher). Yes, I admit it, I can be an asshole LOL! Stay positive Marty, even when idiots get in the way!
So true! My dog jumped out the back window and hit his head so hard he had a seizure and thank God I was at a toll booth or I might not have noticed. If it happens 1 minute earlier on the highway I'd have never seen my best friend again. Be careful everyone!
Marty, If that engine got hot, that thermostat will lock up and need to be replaced. But if the waterpump goes out that will also kill your thermostat. Im not familiar with boat engines, but I've worked on those SBC 350s
I cruised the Great Lakes with my brother on his 37 ft sailboat. We only had one engine: a 35 HP three cylinder Volvo diesel engine. But it was a great engine. Many a day we ended motoring when the winds were light or blowing from the wrong direction. That engine moved that heavy boat at a steady 7 knots at cruise speed. Not very fast.
I have come through that haulover draw bride near mosquito lagoon many times. I do not believe I could have made it through there with them anchored in the channel. They would have had to pick up their anchor and move. My blood is boiling just thinking about the confrontations that might have ensued. With that said. Most see me coming and have the common sense to move.. With 6 feet of draft i can't just go around them. Like you did
Hey Marty, sounds like you sucked up some grass. That eel grass would always do it.. You should always check your intakes before and during your travels for deb re inside the sea strainers..
Consider your engine problems part of your trip 'shake down'. You'll get it figured out and it will make your trip smoother. At least your issues occurred down here in friendly Florida and in relatively calm seas.
Now I understand why Marty opts for no shoes.....second set of hands to steer the boat...LOL. As for the engine not working, you probably just sucked up a cat....and it has a hair ball....lol
I think you mentally will be better once you leave Florida because it's your home and it's comfortable it's what you know so I think you're fear might get a little better because you will be busy exploring the new places just my opinion !
I have not been subscribed to your channel for that long but if I am not mistaken did you not just replace the starboard motor as well as the port side because they gave you a motor that spun the wrong direction
@@arthurmanderson4892 When first he started motor you didn't hear belts making noise. As far as overheating I did not commit to that as far as my experience i was line tech and shop foreman at a Ford dealer 40 years maybe you don't know what your saying
@@Vetteman372 So you are a peaching Internet mechanic from a position of authority? I got a great idea for you, you can start up a website called I-Mechanic. People call in with their issues, and you solve them online. For a modest fee of course-40 years of experience doesn't come for free.
ANother good update Marty, but it sure is getting difficult to tie things together with the Live@Fives & your videos being out of sequence. Stay safe & well. 👍👍
Marty I live in Edgewater just south of New Smyrna Beach. I left you a message on facebook. Get in touch with me if you need transportation to the grocery store or anything. I checked with the marina and they did not have you checked in. I was looking for you today. New Smyrna has a dock you can stay at for a short time. My Ford explorer can fit you and the dogs if you need to get supplies.
These videos are way behind. If you follow Mike's channel you can see where they are in more real time. They are well past Jacksonville already heading north each day. I hope this helps you and bless you for offering to help them.
Stay calm, yessss you’re aware, and it’s nerve wracking as hell piloting a boat from Point A to Point B, many things to be concerned about. I thought a guy was to meet up with you and check the motor out? Possible intake issue?
Often times the ICW is just passing through a larger body of water. Easiest way to spot a local vs traveler/tourist is what they call that body of water. The local will often go by real name (i.e. "We're out in Big Lagoon"), while the traveler will just say, "We're on the ICW".
Owning a boat is like owning a RV I was in the RV industry for over 15 plus years and I would friends of mine that was wanting to buy a RV Motor Home or Travel Trailer for the first time. That RV stood for ruined vacation not recreational Vehicle
Marty, if you're going to enjoy this trip... you've got to get a handle on your emotions. Worrying 24/7 will only break down your health/immunities and cause you Physical problems...and I'm speaking from experience. I had to learn that (1) The challenges are NOT permanent and things do get better. (2) If you plan for the worst case scenario, you can and should, let go of the stress. You will not complete this trip if you continue to let every challenge, stress you out and turn you into a zombie with shattered nerves. Remember, you have folks out here not only rooting for you but supplying you with the funds to help with the challenges and to continue your journey... it doesn't get any better than that. I'm rooting for you Marty however, you have got to get ahold of yourself man. Buck up, take charge of yourself... and leave the "worrying" to the Women!
I've commended you for thoughtful comments in the past, Lone Wolf. Yet, in some respects, I think you may have this one wrong. Marty's handling the trials and tribulations of the adventure very well. His worry and frustrations are totally understandable. There's been a tremendous amount of wind in the past six weeks, which can wear you down overtime. Add to that these nagging engine issues, and a certain amount of distress is unavoidable. I am sure Marty knows that the challenges " are not permanent". That's of little comfort when one is in the heat of a challenge. Planning for "the worst case scenario" is seldom possible. How does one plan for sinking your boat or drowning? The key is avoiding these and other type catastrophes. Doing so on a cruising vessel requires hundreds of decisions each week. Some of the toughest decisions are close calls, and that gives rise to worriment. While it is true that worriment doesn't, in and of itself, make circumstances better, it can heighten one's level of alertness. This can be a good thing; helping one avoid catastrophe with split-second decisions that may be delayed if one is too relaxed. Certainly, extended, uninterrupted worriment is deleterious to one's emotional wellbeing. Yet, Marty is taking breaks from cruising by remaining in safe anchorages for awhile, which gives him time to regroup and relax.
@@arthurmontana8791 I agree that they have had more than their fair share of challenges however, Marty is an emotional mess. He can't sleep, he's stressed, constantly worrying etc. He has got to pull himself up by his bootstraps and toughen up a bit or he will never finish the loop and destroy his channel in the process. I will encourage but I will never sugarcoat. The kind of stress he's putting himself under, can also put him in danger. He needs to take a deep breath and CHILL! I like Marty but I don't do Drama.
@@LoneWolf-ni1zj Perhaps I missed the report about Marty "constantly worrying" and "can't sleep". What vLog episode revealed that information? The episode before this showed a relaxed shore leave for some beer. In this episode, though Marty mentioned feeling stress over the engine trouble, that's not the type of stress that will "put him in danger". It is normal stress imposed by a significant mechanical issue. Marty also attributed some of his stress to the shrimp-boat blocked channel, but that was just an off-the-cuff, slice-of-life comment; the opposite of a chronic stressor. In this episode, Marty also expressed relief at leaving the wind-whipped mooring field, and at the end of the vLog he seemed to be looking forward to finding a protected marina to chill at before resuming the voyage. Relief and positive, forward-looking thoughts are indicative of a sense of wellbeing. At the very end, Marty said he was going to enjoy a beer and "hit the sack"; hardly the behavior of an over-stressed man.
Yeah "Go figure" on the dirty looks. You're right to be vigilant. Anyone who's been a competent captain understands that. You're not sitting on a sofa on land.
Bunch of entitled locals thinking they own the bridge, you're going to encounter a lot of psycos along this journey as well, luckily no confrontation from them.
And I do love your videos I grew up in New York City on Staten Island spent my entire life out on the open ocean I now live in Illinois I am landlocked I do love your videos please never stop making them
Marty, thank you very much for doing your full resolution edited videos. I know they are behind timewise but they are much much more enjoyable to watch then Mike’s live at five broken crappy looking video. One of the biggest things that we get out of watching your videos is living vicariously through what you are doing. Watching the broken up junkie videos during a live doesn’t put you there. Watching a crystal clear video that you upload makes us feel like we are there with you because of its clarity. Once again thank you for not doing live.
"Dirty Looks" are a dime a dozen these days, what you are doing is special and inspirational.
Hi Marty, good to see the often posting coming back
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, these videos really is a highlight in my life, livin the 9-5 grind in other part of the world. Take care of yourself and the dogs first, worst comes to worst you can always head home and start new adventures. There are many boats out there but only one Marty. Cheers mate🍺
These videos really make you feel like youre there for the trip, good & bad.
Thats just so amazing actually.
Great video! Safe journey my friend
I love your vids Marty, I live in the Rockies and hate water but over the years of watching your vids I have learned so much about how to look at life in general. I turn 50 this year, been looking at life through blind eyes and you have changed that, thank you my friend:) Been loving every day as is comes along!
Your dog almost became like Wilson on Castaway. Glad you got him back onboard.
Always good to see you moving forward. Been following you for years and you have the best videos 0n the tube. Keep up the good work.
I camped one of those islands where you anchored ⚓ up. Very beautiful place.
Tomorrow's a new day brother! Keep your chin up
Gotta love those learning curves.
Bit a chop out there in Titusville? Love your movies. Can't wait for you to pass by :)
Always nice to see a new video post. I know you will overcome these little hurdles just keep swimming 😆
Thanks for working hard to get caught up on your video's Marty, we appreciate it!
I've been looking forward to your Haulover Canal video. We love kayaking that area despite the heavy current.
Marty, don’t forget to stop at Boondocks for lunch or dinner, it’s at Windward Adventure Yacht Harbor. Excellent food and company!
I was think of Barney Fife when you said “we’re though we’re though!” Cave episode
Hi Marty! The squiky in that motor it have to be a loose belt that run waterpump, powersteering, or alternator. If those belt are tight, its time for new ones. Be safe🛥....😊✌
Too each his own Marty, but Mike's constant travel, leaving you sitting for days, would drive me nuts!
If you watch the live streams it was planned before they even left. He had jobs lined up through May, then he would be on the boat full time.
@MontalbanJR And Marty knew the situation before leaving so your opinion is irrelevant.
Thanks, keep on keeping on. 👍
You are right about the E-nter Coastal Waterway LOL 😂 I am from the New Orleans, La. area.
Our dad used to take us camping on the different islands from New smyrna South to Oak Hill.
Hang in there buddy. The grind is what tests your resolve. It wears you down.
Excellent fishing in Titusville on the Indian River
I saw the launch while fishing in Jax. Incredible
Welcome to Volusia County =)
Marty,
You may have figured it out by now but just in case - check the bearings on the water pump. I treated the same squeal as belts and my pump shaft busted out of the case. Cost me plenty for my negligence.
Just passing on my experience.
I just fished the stanchions on that RR bridge tressel last week...
Been there during the shrimp run. Unfortunately some of the locals can be jerks. They do have some monster redfish in mosquito lagoon. All of the little islands are spoil islands from dredging the channel.
I have been through that canal and at that boat ramp before. Usually there are a lot of Manatees there. There is a nice trail if you cross over the parking lot.
Reluctantly crouched at the starting line.......hang in there!!!!
Michigander, can’t wait to see cross the Great Lakes. We should do some fishing
In a way calling the ICW Inter-Coastal is appropriate, since it is "between" the coastal water ways of several States. Calling it the Intra-Coastal is also fitting since it connecting locations _within_ the borders of these United States.
With those clowns anchored in the middle of an _ACTIVE_ channel, I would have been very tempted to go through at the maximum speed that was either legal or that my boat could do (whichever was higher). Yes, I admit it, I can be an asshole LOL!
Stay positive Marty, even when idiots get in the way!
You get another Thumbs Up on Inter Coastal Waterways Marty . Your still Young Marty Happy Birthday .
What about life vests for the pooches when running? Too much trouble?
Hopefully that second engine issue can be resolved soon!
So true! My dog jumped out the back window and hit his head so hard he had a seizure and thank God I was at a toll booth or I might not have noticed. If it happens 1 minute earlier on the highway I'd have never seen my best friend again. Be careful everyone!
Marty, If that engine got hot, that thermostat will lock up and need to be replaced. But if the waterpump goes out that will also kill your thermostat. Im not familiar with boat engines, but I've worked on those SBC 350s
Yeah Josh, that's what I was thinking too. Also a squeaky belt, a bit of soap will fix that, although could be squeaking cause of the pump too.
@@bobbyb9371 I was thinking the same thing about the belt squeal. I'm guessing water pump, and thermostat.
How much fuel did it take to go around the loop
Another awesome video. I’m from Mi. And we moved down to Ga in 93. That is what I call it too 😂 Inner Coastal Waterway..... Not Intra.
I cruised the Great Lakes with my brother on his 37 ft sailboat. We only had one engine: a 35 HP three cylinder Volvo diesel engine. But it was a great engine. Many a day we ended motoring when the winds were light or blowing from the wrong direction.
That engine moved that heavy boat at a steady 7 knots at cruise speed. Not very fast.
When will you be in New Smyrna? Would love to meet up with y'all on the water!
Love the videos!
I have come through that haulover draw bride near mosquito lagoon many times. I do not believe I could have made it through there with them anchored in the channel. They would have had to pick up their anchor and move. My blood is boiling just thinking about the confrontations that might have ensued. With that said. Most see me coming and have the common sense to move..
With 6 feet of draft i can't just go around them. Like you did
Hey Marty, sounds like you sucked up some grass. That eel grass would always do it.. You should always check your intakes before and during your travels for deb re inside the sea strainers..
Cool video. Danger Jet blast - USN?
I would love to do the loop. I need a boat.
Are you stopping by Jacksonville?
check pipes to the cooling system may have picked up some river plant in the water inlet making the engine overheat a bit worth a look
When do you plan on being in the Chesapeake Bay area near Baltimore?
Consider your engine problems part of your trip 'shake down'. You'll get it figured out and it will make your trip smoother. At least your issues occurred down here in friendly Florida and in relatively calm seas.
Marty, I'm in need of a dual bilge pump installation video for the Bass Raider 10e 😛. Also how do I get the ergo360 seats for my Bass Raider 10e ?
Looks like new levers on your controls.
Now I understand why Marty opts for no shoes.....second set of hands to steer the boat...LOL. As for the engine not working, you probably just sucked up a cat....and it has a hair ball....lol
That would be heartbreaking for sure....
Down to one motor, again?????? Jeez...Are we having fun yet?
I think you mentally will be better once you leave Florida because it's your home and it's comfortable it's what you know so I think you're fear might get a little better because you will be busy exploring the new places just my opinion !
I've been here for 20ish years and I've never seen the bridge down
I have not been subscribed to your channel for that long but if I am not mistaken did you not just replace the starboard motor as well as the port side because they gave you a motor that spun the wrong direction
I'm sure you're gone from mosquito lagoon but there's awesome bioluminesant kayaking to be done there at night
happy to see your diy screens and fiberglass holding up great. hows the solar system going any changes you'd like to do to it?
When the engine temp goes up try a few more revs as it will pass more water through the exhaust manifolds. I would bet the temp goes down.
your motor noise is just the belts aren't tight enough
Always love a diagnosis from an Internet mechanic who never even seen the actual issue up close with his own eyes, LOL!!!
@@arthurmanderson4892 When first he started motor you didn't hear belts making noise. As far as overheating I did not commit to that as far as my experience i was line tech and shop foreman at a Ford dealer 40 years maybe you don't know what your saying
@@Vetteman372 So you are a peaching Internet mechanic from a position of authority? I got a great idea for you, you can start up a website called I-Mechanic. People call in with their issues, and you solve them online. For a modest fee of course-40 years of experience doesn't come for free.
@@arthurmanderson4892 when your retired its free
@@arthurmanderson4892 take a chill pill. I’m a marine mechanic and agree with him. It’s simply a diagnostic starting point.
Take care.
ANother good update Marty, but it sure is getting difficult to tie things together with the Live@Fives & your videos being out of sequence. Stay safe & well. 👍👍
Keep em coming
I heard a saying decades ago; _"if you plant negativity, you'll grow negativity."_
Marty I live in Edgewater just south of New Smyrna Beach. I left you a message on facebook. Get in touch with me if you need transportation to the grocery store or anything. I checked with the marina and they did not have you checked in. I was looking for you today. New Smyrna has a dock you can stay at for a short time. My Ford explorer can fit you and the dogs if you need to get supplies.
These videos are way behind. If you follow Mike's channel you can see where they are in more real time. They are well past Jacksonville already heading north each day. I hope this helps you and bless you for offering to help them.
@@kevincollins8014 Thanks Kevin
@@billk3230 No problem Check out Michael Steen TH-cam for live at 5 and other updates 😁
next project for Marty: put a mast in center console and sail.
Stay calm, yessss you’re aware, and it’s nerve wracking as hell piloting a boat from Point A to Point B, many things to be concerned about. I thought a guy was to meet up with you and check the motor out? Possible intake issue?
Often times the ICW is just passing through a larger body of water. Easiest way to spot a local vs traveler/tourist is what they call that body of water. The local will often go by real name (i.e. "We're out in Big Lagoon"), while the traveler will just say, "We're on the ICW".
Happy Birthday
thank you how did you know today is my birthday ? may many fluffy cloud's be with you
hate to bring up a bad subject, but are you guys thinking of using one boat due to the fuel prices and shortages?
Motor issues from my past experience is normal for boating, even though you have new engines?🤢
Hey marty, look for the tailer trash fly fishing podcast guys while your there in mosquito
While you’re out there why don’t you do some catching cooks see what’s out there
time to replace the skull and crossbones flag with the TB Bucs Super Bowl Flag!
To the person that came up with the definition of (BOAT) Bust /Out /Another/Thousand I wonder if you knew how far it would go and be so accurate.
Owning a boat is like owning a RV I was in the RV industry for over 15 plus years and I would friends of mine that was wanting to buy a RV Motor Home or Travel Trailer for the first time. That RV stood for ruined vacation not recreational Vehicle
Look at the (foot) power steering
Most of my boat captain friends call the Intracoastal Waterway the “Ditch”.
What is with those junkwagon boats and those motors?
Stick to the ICW, Marty!
Marty, if you're going to enjoy this trip... you've got to get a handle on your emotions. Worrying 24/7 will only break down your health/immunities and cause you Physical problems...and I'm speaking from experience. I had to learn that (1) The challenges are NOT permanent and things do get better. (2) If you plan for the worst case scenario, you can and should, let go of the stress. You will not complete this trip if you continue to let every challenge, stress you out and turn you into a zombie with shattered nerves. Remember, you have folks out here not only rooting for you but supplying you with the funds to help with the challenges and to continue your journey... it doesn't get any better than that. I'm rooting for you Marty however, you have got to get ahold of yourself man. Buck up, take charge of yourself... and leave the "worrying" to the Women!
I've commended you for thoughtful comments in the past, Lone Wolf. Yet, in some respects, I think you may have this one wrong. Marty's handling the trials and tribulations of the adventure very well. His worry and frustrations are totally understandable. There's been a tremendous amount of wind in the past six weeks, which can wear you down overtime. Add to that these nagging engine issues, and a certain amount of distress is unavoidable. I am sure Marty knows that the challenges " are not permanent". That's of little comfort when one is in the heat of a challenge. Planning for "the worst case scenario" is seldom possible. How does one plan for sinking your boat or drowning? The key is avoiding these and other type catastrophes. Doing so on a cruising vessel requires hundreds of decisions each week. Some of the toughest decisions are close calls, and that gives rise to worriment. While it is true that worriment doesn't, in and of itself, make circumstances better, it can heighten one's level of alertness. This can be a good thing; helping one avoid catastrophe with split-second decisions that may be delayed if one is too relaxed. Certainly, extended, uninterrupted worriment is deleterious to one's emotional wellbeing. Yet, Marty is taking breaks from cruising by remaining in safe anchorages for awhile, which gives him time to regroup and relax.
@@arthurmontana8791 I agree that they have had more than their fair share of challenges however, Marty is an emotional mess. He can't sleep, he's stressed, constantly worrying etc. He has got to pull himself up by his bootstraps and toughen up a bit or he will never finish the loop and destroy his channel in the process. I will encourage but I will never sugarcoat. The kind of stress he's putting himself under, can also put him in danger. He needs to take a deep breath and CHILL! I like Marty but I don't do Drama.
@@LoneWolf-ni1zj Perhaps I missed the report about Marty "constantly worrying" and "can't sleep". What vLog episode revealed that information? The episode before this showed a relaxed shore leave for some beer. In this episode, though Marty mentioned feeling stress over the engine trouble, that's not the type of stress that will "put him in danger". It is normal stress imposed by a significant mechanical issue. Marty also attributed some of his stress to the shrimp-boat blocked channel, but that was just an off-the-cuff, slice-of-life comment; the opposite of a chronic stressor. In this episode, Marty also expressed relief at leaving the wind-whipped mooring field, and at the end of the vLog he seemed to be looking forward to finding a protected marina to chill at before resuming the voyage. Relief and positive, forward-looking thoughts are indicative of a sense of wellbeing. At the very end, Marty said he was going to enjoy a beer and "hit the sack"; hardly the behavior of an over-stressed man.
Just found my wife of 8 years in bed w/ a kid.
Was going to ask her to marry me in September lol.
We got this Marty. You keep on boating on brother.
Yeah "Go figure" on the dirty looks. You're right to be vigilant. Anyone who's been a competent captain understands that. You're not sitting on a sofa on land.
Bunch of entitled locals thinking they own the bridge, you're going to encounter a lot of psycos along this journey as well, luckily no confrontation from them.
My nabour hood .
Hi
did you say high ? if so yes
@@fredflintstoner596 ?
@@couchpotatoes5158 what were the skie's like when you were young ?
Well better to try then to die
Early gang
If only someone made something that dogs can wear to keep them afloat;)
Buck Fiden
That boat is a curse
Always the drama queen.
@Country Gambino What made Marty great doesn't live there anymore. Marty is gone.
@Country Gambino Marty should not drink.
@@johna5874 Marty has bigger a bigger problem than he's willing to reveal. Marty should not drink.
@@douglasnorth2964 Before Marty stops having a few beers, I think you should stop writing.
Sell the boat and go get your place back..