I’m a retired US Coast Guard Machinery Technician Chief and initially thought that you might be mental, but the deeper I got into this video, it looks like you’ve got this. Deep respect man best of luck.
Mate. You're a bloody legend. My dear wife and I have been enjoying your videos since day one. She would talk as if you were her own son. Sadly I lost her this year and watching your exploits has helped me immensely. Keep up the great work and good luck with this fabulous new project. It makes our 30ft cruiser seem very small.
@@InTooDeepBroHey Gus!! I’ve been watching your videos from day one and my daughter saw your videos at my house and heard you in this last video mentioning a girl to help you run your new boat well I found you one and she’s a awesome person and girl!!
You got yourself a good friend for life. Not a guy that shows up to enjoy the labors of your work, but coming out and joining in the dirty work with you. It's good to see.
Gus, I noticed you are using Delo 400 oil, I am a Detroit owner and have done much research regarding oil usage. You should be using Delo 100 for Detroit’s which is specifically designed for Detroit 2 Stroke engines. I think if you do your own research you will find the same information.
I'm 67. I'm living vicariously through you. I think you are simply an amazing human being and I am so much better off having accidentally found your channel. Set up a give/send/go.... I'll front you a few bucks!
Funny you mention that, I'm 60 and Gus reminds me of when I was 19-20, My dad was another Gus, Buying older boats that needed work and turning them into something special. He taught me all I know about Boats and being Captain of a larger boat. Keep up the great Work Gus, We Love your videos, They keep some of us young again ! LoL
Known Gus for a number of years, long before his yachting ventures. Nothing short of a gentleman, a genius and one of the kindest souls I've had the pleasure of knowing. Very happy to see the fruits of your labor and your well deserved success Gus.
@@InTooDeepBro Gus, you really are inspiring. Thanks for what you do- it helps to get me off my ass and moving. A donation, tip cup - buy me a beer etc. needs to be on your page. You deserve it. Hope to meet you one day.
@@mickdee6590 I second the thought! maybe "buy me a gallon of fuel!". Thoroughly enjoyed the video, you are an inspiration and just like mickdee6590, I'm getting off my ass and going to work on my boat that I've been avoiding!! You truly are an inspiration! Keep it up and safe travels!!!
Gus I’m so proud of you for the example your setting , I often share your stories of trials and tribulations to my young grand children. Just getting the job done and with a positive mentality pays off. You’re an inspiration to so many. You’re an Amazing man. Thank you😂
I’m 67. You’ve inspired me to want to live on the water. Your story is a story that I share with my two grandsons about who you are, a guy who’s setting a trend, hard work pays off. Our younger generation needs inspiration and to see how hard work pays off. A job well done. Thank you Gus!
As a 70 year old who’s spent a lot of time in marine engine rooms and now need hearing aids…..wear ear protection when in the ER with those DDs running.
I'm with you brother. Engines, firearms, fireworks, power tools, nail guns, hammer drills, etc. I'm 72 with hearing aids. Wear your ear protection youngsters.
There are two groups of people that I find to be genuinely friendly and helpful - Full-time boaters and full-time campers. The nomadic lifestyle just causes people to be a little kinder.
@@sqwk2559 Really. Usually it's the opposite, either it's right wing that got real lucky and don't actually lift a finger themself or it's left wings that say "enough" to capitalism. But sure, keep seeing the world in Blue and Red and telling yourself how less than half the world are working, cause only right wing does that and how they support everyone els, like all highly intelligent people believe...
@@VikingRul3sWhy the hell would u feel the need to get fuckin political on this guys channel????? Keep that stuff to yourself if you can't figure out the correct audience with whom to bring it up.
@@mattlarew2100 Are you blind of incapable of reading? You do see that's a response right? Now if you are able to use a tiny bit of logic, do you then think i maybe have the exactly same opinion as you and my response was exactly for the same reason as your respons to me....... Keep that attitude to yourself if you can't figure out why people wrote what they did
Never piloted a big boat in my 67 years, but watching you take this awesome boat out of the harbor on its maiden voyage and then returning it to the slip "like a boss" was very satisfying to watch. It is quite clear that even if you may be financially "in too deep" you are not over your head as far as your nautical abilities. I think you are going to do great things with this new boat and I for one will be subscribing so I can go on your adventures vicariously. Glad I stumbled on your channel. Good work getting her cleaned up and seaworthy so quickly.
Notice to all would be sailors : See how slow the captain steers his boat during the whole procedure of entering the harbor. This is the only way to go. Doesn't leave any wake. The most important is that he can always correct his course and maneuver. The mooring is perfect too : even if he had touch the pole he wouldn't moved it. Good work. Im not a fan of motor boat, but this guys deserves all the cheers. He learned on a small boat then went step by step on a higher level. And he has the ability to fix it. Hope you will make this boat live again and fulfill all you dreams of livind on the water.
I wish it wasn't so dangerous to exchange contact info on the web. Ive been doing what you're doing since the 1980s. Here is an important thing to check while you are hauled out / dry docked. I love aluminum yachts, as long as they are taken care of properly. Most Chris Craft Roamers, Browards, etc aluminum yachts , have a system on the hull called Capack Systems. They monitor any voltage coursing thru the hull, and introduce the reverse polarity of that voltage preventing electrolysis on the aluminum hull. Make sure all the bonding straps are in good shape with clean connections. That hull will last forever if taken care of properly. Take care. Safe travels. Semper Paratus
You are correct I have a 1977 93ft Chris and she is plugged in all year round on ground until we go on vacation. Like that even the wood doesn't rot although I piss off the grand kids having em brush on clear coatings. I never knew for how many years I had the my Chris. There are are two 4ft by 1ft packs of magnets in the upper fiberglass of the bow. I have never quite figured that mystery out and have asked at times. Enlighten me if ya know about the long black magnet packs in the BOW SUITE area. I only seen what they were when I put in a wireless monitor for the cameras for my ah first mate sleeps in the bow. I sleep in the friggin salon area use the top side head. The master bedroom is only my shower & clothes storage. I am actually making plans to live on her full time soon. My desires are to put her on lake in Arkansas or Tenn if not the Miss river which is my least choice. My goal is safe cheap moor no sail just live,
Just from the information that I was able to gather from your message, I could shut down all of your navigation systems and both of your Cummins diesel engines!
As a mom...I would be jumping around like a cheerleader watching my kid live his dream....even if he falls flat on his face...I can tell that he'll just learn from it and keep going. This is every parents dream for their kids
Watching Gus buying a frickin' ship and just running around giggling at all the things that needs fixing is just too good, love it! I'm sure I wasn't the only one watching the entire one and a half hour with a constant smile.
I know right? Iv bin following yatchies that are always down on the mouth about all the repairs (I’m sure and the costs) they have to do. U can smell their fear through the camera, and then I come across this guy who’s just bursting to get going on the repairs lol
I just left a comment how Ive been laughing and smiling along the first quarter lol Its just so cool he has no fear, so positive even knowing things are never 💯 Love it!
What a funny young guy, first time viewing this channel. Positivity & brains plus a little hard work, he would make it anywhere in the world with those attributes. Anyone complaining about young Americans should watch this video cause it’s not what I am seeing.
I am a 63 year old retired Marine Engineer, I am an Australian, and I have worked and skippered on everything known to man, including sailboats. I found your channel by chance. What you are doing makes me wish TH-cam was around when I was your age, because I have some incredible stories to tell. You remind me of an old friend of mine, a German guy who knew a lot about boats and I would bring him with me on my delivery’s all over the world. I am looking forward to seeing what happens next, keep up the enthusiasm, its what makes your channel , in my eyes
You are still young,,,,, go for it,,, start your own channel,,, its easy peasy and the only hard part is interesting content and you have tons of it, original. good luck
I love boating and it is expensive. In sure a yatch is even more expensive. Simply the gas and fluids alone will run your pockets. Thanks for filming it all. Had a great time watching.
That boat has so much character in it, and by watching your videos, I know you are going to add even more to it. Good to see you giving more life to older boats. Love watching your videos.
Hi Gus, I’m a 68yr old former welder from the Isle of Anglesey in North Wales 🏴 UK 🇬🇧. I used to sail my 18’ Hardy Navigator in and around our local waters. I have nothing but the utmost respect for your courage in giving up your successful Motor Shop business to take such a blind leap of faith and take the journey into boating that you have. I love watching your adventures, your practical engineering skills and the fun you have. I wish you safe travels. Rich
That's sooo cool...you got a Broward. I had a 81 foot 1958 wooden Broward. I spent two years in a San Francisco Bay boatyard restoring her. 23 new frames and I replanked 52 foot of hull from dry rot. We had 2 kids and lived aboard for 7 more years. In 2011 I down sized to a 69 footer...So I sold her to a friend of mine and he has finished the restoration and the boat is so amazing. I had Payed many captains to pilot her until one day the guy was a no show so I single handed her to the boatyard and I had the time of my life. I wasn't nervous like when I hired someone else so after that I was always at the helm having a blast. She has pair of big Cummins 6 cylinder turbos and a 30kw generator with 42 inch props. She was a dinner cruise boat at San Franciscos famous "Pier 39" for decades. Her name was the "Pacific Spirit" now she is called "No Regrets" she was originally purchased in Florida by a woman that needed a charter yacht for corporate charter so her and her kids motored it through the Panama Canal to San Francisco in the 1980s. It helped evacuate stranded people off of Treasure Island after the big 1989 earthquake. I met many people while in the boatyard that had been on her as a booze cruise/dinner/wedding yacht. She was coastguard certified for 80 passengers. After retirement she fell into disrepair and was sold in a lien sale to a non profit then I bought her off them on eBay for $7300. I would tell people I don't own a 81 foot wooden yacht it owns me.
I am starting the exact same story today. I just bought a retired booze and dinner cruise boat in San Francisco. It's 100ft all wood and served the bay area for many years. It looks identical to your boat. I actually work for that dinner cruise company (if it's the same one). I have no idea what I'm doing, never drive a boat or worked on one, but I have flipped many houses and couldn't pass up the opportunity. Would love to pick your brain, you still in the bay area?
I am a retired double "E" - Disel Electric Locomotive Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer. Thanks for the show. If you were a stock, I'd buy it. Keep your attitude and love for life. You will go far. Take care.
I’m a newly employed bridge tender in New Bedford Harbor in Massachusetts and have taken an interest in everything boating as of late…I just turned 40 and i must say-a 26yr old Captain/ Owner of a 70’ vessel is 1 of the most impressive things I’ve seen yet. Best of luck to you on what’s sure to be a journey of a lifetime and I think I found my new favorite YT channel. Go get’em Gus.
Bridge tender? Do you mean ship bridge or are you one of the people who moves the movable bridges to let ships past? If the latter that sounds like a cool job.
@@jimmydesouza4375 yeah, aka bridge operator, if you google New Bedford/ Fairhaven span bridge, you can see it. They actually shot a movie here last year called ‘Finestkind’ with Jenna Ortega, Tommy Lee Jones, Ben Foster and shot a few scenes here for over a week.
OK damnit. You got me hooked. I subscribed. Great job! Im a 100 ton Master. Biggest vessel I captained was a 105’ 300 passenger ferry. You did a GREAT job. As I watched you maneuver out and in. Im going “yup. Little. Fwd on the stb. Ha ha. And all the Mechanical to do. Wonderful skills. Captain and engineer. Heck, i loved you albin. Nice boats. Broward. Yes. I was raised on the water about 5 blocks from the Broward Yard on the New River. I remember big wooden minesweeper navigatings the NR with lots of challenge. What a beauty. Wow. Love her. Really sweet!! Thanks for the video.
OK damnit. You got me hooked. I subscribed. Great job! Im a 100 ton Master. Biggest vessel I captained was a 105’ 300 passenger ferry. You did a GREAT job. As I watched you maneuver out and in. Im going “yup. Little. Fwd on the stb. Ha ha. And all the Mechanical to do. Wonderful skills. Captain and engineer. Heck, i loved your albin. Nice boats. Broward. Yes. I was raised on the water about 5 blocks from the Broward Yard on the New River. I remember big wooden minesweeper navigatings the NR with lots of challenge. What a beauty. Wow. Love her. Really sweet!! Thanks for the video.
I've been watching an englishman rebuild a 100 year old, 50' foot racing yacht (Tally Ho) for the past 5 years and he has finally got her in great shape again. Guess I'll hang out here for a while for a little vicarious adventure. Beautiful boat BTW
AWESOME! I worked as transport crew on a 92' 112' Broward named Independence 2. unbelievable how similar the layout is. every year we would transport from fort Lauderdale to Old saybrook Connecticut, then back after hurricane season. I think she has been sold off and renamed since. we towed a 40 ft center console Ocean Master as tender. the Detroit's never left us hanging ever, I believe she had John Deere generators. could be wrong. every year aluminum bubbling required paint repair, but that was always farmed out. she eventually got a complete repaint. I've been in some pretty nasty seas in her, nothing like that hull shuddering when touching back down.. I don't think I would have felt any safer in anything but a Broward. I'm impressed man! congratulations !
As a senior, I'm glad to see young people living a purposeful life! These memories will last you a life time and the strong bond of forming male relationships are critical for men.
@@PreservationEnthusiastif you're so g.d damn knowledgeable on old aluminum boats why don't you go help Gus survey the hull and help him with his boat instead of sitting at your puter and lambasting Gus & his chanel? Don't be such a downer man! 😎
The whole first part of this video was like "But wait there's more" ... Such an awesome boat... There is no better person to bring it fully back to life than you!
I was a tour bus driver and my old 1990 Prevost had the 8V92 and I got pretty familiar with them. They will run pretty much forever, it's just a matter of how much oil you will burn as they get older. The cylinders can be re-sleeved right there in the block so you don't have to take the engines out. If you haven't been told already, I assume you know, but just in case you don't, these engines require a special straight low ash DELO-100 40W. Don't run regular 15/40 or regular oil in it.
I think you kid when you say "in too deep". Your well researched and motivated. I was going to mention a few things about the Detroit two stroke engines and to not use modern day engine oil because of the additives, but you already knew to use straight 40 weight. They are bulletproof and easy and inexpensive to rebuild and work on. And you eased it in and out of that slip like a knife through warm butter. This will be a fun watch. Congrats.
Gus, I am so impressed with your knowledge, skills and positivity. Good people surround themselves with good people. I stumbled on your Bella build and have been hooked ever since. Keep up the amazing videos.
This was one of the best TH-cam videos I’ve ever seen. I’ve rented small boats plenty of times and use to live on a carrier back in my navy days. Never been on a yacht but was super entertained and interested the whole video. Well done!
Your parents have to be the proudest people in the world, to have such a tenacious, go-getter of a son. You are an inspiration, and I am really enjoying this adventure with you. I pray you all the best in life.
Wow…9am not a boater and I’m have no technical or mechanical background. I’m a newly retired psychologist and I just spent an hour and 1/2 watching your video. Amazing. I was struck by your 1. Contagious Joy , 2. Attention to detail and 3. Your attitude. You reminded of a quote , “ work is love made visible” .what I saw in your video was love. Thank you. GRG, your new subscriber !
I dont know if this is considered psychology but ive noticed when some one really loves what they are talking about it infectious, people cant help but be interested... I dont know why it is but it is kinda similar with genuine laughter and yawning maybe something to do with empathy idk
I have been looking for a yacht for several years. Mostly on "Yacht World". And earlier in 2024 I looked at a 70' Broward in Virginia, named "Enuff", but decided that it was a yacht better suited for a young man. And here comes Gus. It is great watching you do all the work that I would have had to do. At 76, I would not have been able to half the stuff you did. Good luck. I will be watching you and deciding whether I am able to buy my own Broward.
Oh yeah. You did it. I'm the guy who met you in Hamilton Marine store. My boat is Legacy right next to the fuel sign at Sunset Marina. I'd say stop by whwn you have a spare minute but i dont think you will until 2026! 😂
Gus, You have impressed me to no end. I'm 77, do all my own work on my '67 Vette for the last 50 years by learning as I go, just like you. You did so well on your last two boats, you'll do the same on this one. Although it is quite a handful, I think you get a live aboard member to help.
CONGRATS Gus!!! Been watching your videos and really enjoying watching your progress and enthusiasm. I did the exact same stuff when I was your age! Started with a 1959 Chris Craft 35ft Constellation wooden boat with gas engines right out of school because I had a yacht desire but a dinghy budget, so I bought a wooden "yacht" with my dinghy budget, and started fixing boats up and selling at a profit ofer 20+ years to work my way up to my dream boat whish we are still cruising on. My first "real" boat was a 1969 36ft Hatteras, then a 1967 41ft Hatteras, then a Hatteras 58ft Yachtfish (same as your 53 but the cockpit version) that I fully restored. I got married on the flybridge of an old Broward in the Bahamas that belonged to a family member in the 1990's! I was never brave enough to buy an aluminum boat, too scared of maintaining the corrosion and paint blisters that show up every few years no matter how good your paint prep is, so I sincerely wish you the very best of luck with that. ALL my previous Hatteras had Detroit Diesels! They will run and get you home with 27 different things wrong with them as long as they stay running cool, have oil in them and have a good supply of semi-clean fuel. A couple of points about Detroits: a good compression test is if they smoke on cold startup. If they don't blue smoke on cold start, compression is good!! A little white smoke is okay until they warm up. Black smoke not under heavy load can be a stuck injector. Detroits pull WAY more fuel than they burn so if they pull 4 gallons, they will burn 1 and return 3 gallons so remember that when moving your tank supply and return valves. This means you can use the engines as a transfer pump easily as well! Arguably the most important thing I have learned from buying old boats that have been sitting is PLEASE IMMEDIATELY change the raw water impellers and both primary AND secondary fuel filters on BOTH engines and BOTH generators before you take a trip! If you have time, it is best to have all the heat exchangers cleaned and tested as well. I have bought and sold many old boats that have been sitting and impellers and all fuel filters are an ABSOLUTE MUST! Buy a case of Racor 1000 series for the mains and a case of (probably) Racor 500's for the gens. Hopefully you won't need them, but this is a must to take a trip. Diesel engine issues almost always are fuel starvation or overheating, so this bit of preventative maintenance can save you! Also, the 92 series Detroits are not nearly as tolerant of running hot like 71 series or 53 series, so be careful if your temps get above the 180-185 mark. 195 is big trouble for 92 series so keep your handy temp gun (you DO have one, right??) at the ready and use it to shoot the coolant tank and pipes, oil filters, shaft logs, gear cases, etc. during every engine room check while underway. Sorry for the long post and as a mechanic you probably know most if not all of this but this is just my $.02! GO GUS GO!!!
My daughter lives in Port Charlotte Florida! How cool! I stayed with from July 2023, until June 2024. I love Florida, and will return. Spending the summer with my oldest daughter in Illinois, where I was born and raised until 2018. Many happy safe adventures to you!
SW Florida, specifically Port Charlotte / Englewood is absolutely gorgeous all around! My late father lived in Englewood for about 20 years. I visited often and one day will move there from mi hometown of Baltimore Maryland.
At 24 years old i look up to people like gus because he has a dream and makes it happen and a lot faster than most ever could, you've givin me new goals in my life and a new mentality while working. Hope to run into you one day and have the same knowledge on boats, i now plan to buy a boat in a couple years to live on and share with my dad 😊
I'm 60 and with Brian -67 and the 68 yo Aussie. Absolutely love your determination. Set up a fund, I'll help and others will too. Super excited to eatch this massive adventure.
Just got onto your channel a few days ago, my first episode! Going to enjoy your videos, for sure! Your enthusiam and excitement is so contagious, I feel like I'm the one who got a new yacht! What a project!
Good job!!! Follow your dreams. 20 years ago I did the same thing, 48' Pacemaker Sportfisher a complete wreck. After 2 years of working every weekend I finally made her seaworthy. I wish I was younger because I would step up to a 70 footer just like you. Good luck and never give up!!!
Gus, your spirit, drive and wonder are boundless and infectious. Here’s hoping your endeavors never truly get you “in TOO deep” as we would really miss witnessing more of your adventures!
Awesome channel! Glad I found it. After spending over 20 years in the Coast Guard operating / working on boats and ships, it’s great to watch you do the work from my living room! Looking forward to more videos!
This is frigging awesome ! The size of everything inside, the build quality. The level of knowledge you must have to take on a project this size is nuts. Absolutely incredible !
Had to leave a comment on this 1. Dude is amazing, busting his butt and laughing. He gets things done and what an attitude. We can all learn from this.
Somebody loved that boat and took great care of it. I’m normally not a fan of older boats and how they look BUT I really like the looks of your new boat. More modern than I thought it would be.
I know you read this in here often, maybe it even gets old but I'm 52 years old and live vicariously through your videos (love these long ones BTW). You are such an inspirational and smart young man and your parents must be so proud. As the late Casey Kasem used to say "keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars". I also hope you still talk to Cam ands he's doing alright. Never stop chasing those sunsets.
Good on YOU. I watched this as a shade tree mechanic and a day boat owner. When i saw all those older systems, I thought, "Man, I'm glad that is him and not me that has to maintain all those systems, diagnose them and fix them when they break."
Don't knock those Detroit's. One of the single most dependable motors ever made, even though they are thirsty. 8V92 is a monster. That is a giant boat, you are definitely in to deep! Major score for a metal boat. Even though it's very dated looking, what a sweet live aboard.
@djpar3492 thise motors wouldn't work at 1200 to 1400 rpms. Those things like rpms. Reason everyone called them screaming demons. Old 2 stroke, run it till it sounds like she's about to scatter than go 400 more rpms lol
@@Stephen-carr That's right. Sweet spot for the 8V92 is 2100 RPM. I imagine the boat is set up to do about 12-15 knots at that range. Depending on tanks, he might have anywhere between 500 to 1200 nautical mile range. Current (modern) engines might add 200 to 300 more to that... However the Detroit will never have sensor/computer problems. If it has fuel and air, it will run. Deboss tried to kill one running it without water, and letting it run away. It seized up. They thought it was done. The next day the tried to start it for laughs... and it did... ran just fine. Amazing engines. They are still made for the military to this day.
It has been written that youth is wasted on the young, but I'd say you're making optimal use of your youthful energy and enthusiasm. As someone from a tiny landlocked country who realises that 75% of Earth is covered in ocean I'm amazed at your courage in undertaking this project. Thanks for doing what you're doing. I've done similar things as you, only with land-based things like apartment buildings.
Although the only boat I’ve owned was a 34’ sailboat from 1979 which I bought more or less unseen I can relate to the feeling of in to deep. I also love the feeling of discover problems and sort shit out as you go. I owned it for 4 years and I learned a ton of new stuff that I didn’t know before. I spent a lot of hours on it and some cash but I actually turned it around for a profit and it was in 50% better shape when I sold it. This shit is fun!
Gus, Allow me to Thank You "Sincerely", for allowing an old Maritime Salt like myself, to relive the adventures of my youth, working aboard different vessels throughout the Gulf Of Alaska, the North Pacific, and the Bearing Sea, in the capacity as an onboard Chef/Steward, and deckhand, doing the one thing I love most of all, which is traversing the open ocean, putting as many miles as possible on my resume, and across my very soul! You're an inspiration to me, and thousands just like me, and I "for one", feel a tremendous amount of pride, just being able to follow along in your adventures! Kudos Young Man, May You Find Calm Seas, Fair Weather, And Blessings Wherever You May Roam! God Speed Gus
I just discovered your channel and I am proud to say you have a new subscriber. The way you work and carry yourself reminds me of myself and it’s refreshing to see someone else who gets so involved in their projects that they forget to do other things, like record what you’re doing! And I agree with you, there’s something about being in over your head that is just exciting and refreshing at the same time. I look forward to following your adventures in the future. Fair winds and following seas.
You may be nuts but you are one in 10 million people that will take on the challenges you do and we just love it, Looking forward to the cruise up to Portland! PS: The Detroit Diesels sound great.
At one time i had never driven anything bigger than 25ft. Then one day I was assigned the task to bring a 62ft wooden stephens to dry dock and back. It was a bit nerve wrecking, but in the end I docked it all by myself without any assistance. Didn't even touch the dock and I had to jump off the boat while it sat untied to tie it off myself. I was quite proud since I never driven anything so big before.
the way you docked that boat was incredible to watch. I have a 281 mako and i still struggle to dock it after 3 years. I start to panic and even watching you i was having a bit of a panic lol thats awesome man enjoy it!!
Holy Sh*t you docked that Beast like it was nothing!! Absolutely incredible! You are Amazing Gus, so intelligent and fun, you can make pressure washing interesting! 😂. Keep up the great work and thank you for bringing us aboard in all your travels.
Gus,I have 1 word,W O W ! That boat is impressive ! Watching the video I’m more jealous of your abilities to make the fixes that it needs ! I have to apologize,this is definitely more than 1 word !
Gusta! You were given a gift for engine's, and you can fix anything once you put your mind to it! Congratulations on your new Project, and yes Mikea, is a true blue friend! He's always been there for you when you need him. And yes! Your name fits you Perfectly! IN TOO DEEP! HA HA HA ! BUT YOU GOT THIS!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂🎉🎉
Agreed. It's especially difficult and scarry in an older boat when any mechanical failure with the engines, shafts, props, or bow thrusters can mean disaster.
I am a retired heavy jet A&P mechanic who loves boats. This is a cool video. I am adding it up as a project and can work on anything. Maybe I'll do a boat restoration. New subscriber. Oh and maybe you could take it to some Asian port where the whole project can be done on budget.
1. Diagnoses all manners of diagnostic, mechanical, electrical, and physical problems on $million dollar yacht. 2. Fixes all of it himself - with genius level knowledge! 3. USES DRY ERASER ON OWN FACE - BECAUSE THOUGHT "HE WOULD GET CLEANER" - PEELING LAYERS OF SKIN OFF! (You sir have earned my Subscription AND Like!)
😂😂 on god, perfect description He had oil and grime and shit on his face, he thought the magic eraser might help get it off! Clearly incredibly intelligent, he just didn't know what the magic eraser was composed of
lots of comments all over the place. Gus seems to be a very grounded and capable guy. It is very cool to see him rebuild, fix, restore these boats. Hats off to him there ar many people that just buy and use new boats. Gus is a great mechanic and troubleshooter. great job Gus!!!
I'm 900 years old and usually spend my time training Jedi, but I like these videos.
You are also a liar.
saw the trend did ya xD
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I’m a retired US Coast Guard Machinery Technician Chief and initially thought that you might be mental, but the deeper I got into this video, it looks like you’ve got this. Deep respect man best of luck.
I’m with you Chief! Engineman First Class here, he’s doing a great job with the systems and sub systems.
Reminds me of an overgrown UTB. Those diamond plate bilge plates gave flashbacks.
@@tjsean0308 ahhh yes the 41 ft UTB with those big thirsty Cummins VT 903’s in all her glory.
It's nice to see you buzzing. You're so happy. Great video wish you all the best .
Bonne idée de récupérer un bateau après un ouragan
Mate. You're a bloody legend. My dear wife and I have been enjoying your videos since day one. She would talk as if you were her own son. Sadly I lost her this year and watching your exploits has helped me immensely. Keep up the great work and good luck with this fabulous new project. It makes our 30ft cruiser seem very small.
Sorry for your loss man. Losing a loved one is never easy but it does get better as time goes on. Keep your head up.
MUCH MUCH LOVE TO U AND KEEP LOVING AND LIVING MATE!
I’m sorry to hear that man. Life has an end for all of us, but knowing that won’t make it any easier. I hope and pray you’re doing well.
I am sorry for your loss. Thank you for your support. Im glad the videos cheer you up, Ill keep them coming!
@@InTooDeepBroHey Gus!! I’ve been watching your videos from day one and my daughter saw your videos at my house and heard you in this last video mentioning a girl to help you run your new boat well I found you one and she’s a awesome person and girl!!
You got yourself a good friend for life. Not a guy that shows up to enjoy the labors of your work, but coming out and joining in the dirty work with you. It's good to see.
Gus, I noticed you are using Delo 400 oil, I am a Detroit owner and have done much research regarding oil usage. You should be using Delo 100 for Detroit’s which is specifically designed for Detroit 2 Stroke engines. I think if you do your own research you will find the same information.
This is very important information he is absolutely correct!!!!!!!!!!
I just posted about this also.
If 400 is in there, get it out ASAP and put in DELO-100 Low Ash Straight 40. This is very important.
Correct. Lubricant Specialist at Chevron here. Definitely need the DELO 100 in those Detroits.
I'm 67. I'm living vicariously through you. I think you are simply an amazing human being and I am so much better off having accidentally found your channel. Set up a give/send/go.... I'll front you a few bucks!
Why don’t you live your own life?
@@Mahalo_83 so harsh hahahaha
Funny you mention that, I'm 60 and Gus reminds me of when I was 19-20, My dad was another Gus, Buying older boats that needed work and turning them into something special. He taught me all I know about Boats and being Captain of a larger boat. Keep up the great Work Gus, We Love your videos, They keep some of us young again ! LoL
@@pete.theeggbox
Thank you! It was harsh and ignorant - that tw*t has no idea what challenges OP is dealing with.
@@Mahalo_83some people like to live their dreams through others , that’s what dreams can be used for .
Known Gus for a number of years, long before his yachting ventures. Nothing short of a gentleman, a genius and one of the kindest souls I've had the pleasure of knowing. Very happy to see the fruits of your labor and your well deserved success Gus.
He comes across as a top lad to be honest, genuine people are a rare commodity these days.
Thank you bro🙏
@@InTooDeepBro Gus, you really are inspiring. Thanks for what you do- it helps to get me off my ass and moving. A donation, tip cup - buy me a beer etc. needs to be on your page. You deserve it. Hope to meet you one day.
@@mickdee6590 I second the thought! maybe "buy me a gallon of fuel!". Thoroughly enjoyed the video, you are an inspiration and just like mickdee6590, I'm getting off my ass and going to work on my boat that I've been avoiding!! You truly are an inspiration! Keep it up and safe travels!!!
Gus I’m so proud of you for the example your setting , I often share your stories of trials and tribulations to my young grand children. Just getting the job done and with a positive mentality pays off. You’re an inspiration to so many. You’re an Amazing man. Thank you😂
I’m 67. You’ve inspired me to want to live on the water. Your story is a story that I share with my two grandsons about who you are, a guy who’s setting a trend, hard work pays off. Our younger generation needs inspiration and to see how hard work pays off. A job well done. Thank you Gus!
As a 70 year old who’s spent a lot of time in marine engine rooms and now need hearing aids…..wear ear protection when in the ER with those DDs running.
I'm with you brother. Engines, firearms, fireworks, power tools, nail guns, hammer drills, etc. I'm 72 with hearing aids. Wear your ear protection youngsters.
WHAT?!
@@galactictomato1434 😉
Especially those screaming 892s lol
First thing I wanted to SCREAM at Gus when he turned on the engines! Must be an old guy thing.
There are two groups of people that I find to be genuinely friendly and helpful - Full-time boaters and full-time campers. The nomadic lifestyle just causes people to be a little kinder.
That’s because you have to overcome a lot to live that life. So small things are easy to get over
You’re describing people with a purpose. They tend to be happy. Usually hard working right wingers.
@@sqwk2559 Really. Usually it's the opposite, either it's right wing that got real lucky and don't actually lift a finger themself or it's left wings that say "enough" to capitalism. But sure, keep seeing the world in Blue and Red and telling yourself how less than half the world are working, cause only right wing does that and how they support everyone els, like all highly intelligent people believe...
@@VikingRul3sWhy the hell would u feel the need to get fuckin political on this guys channel????? Keep that stuff to yourself if you can't figure out the correct audience with whom to bring it up.
@@mattlarew2100 Are you blind of incapable of reading? You do see that's a response right? Now if you are able to use a tiny bit of logic, do you then think i maybe have the exactly same opinion as you and my response was exactly for the same reason as your respons to me....... Keep that attitude to yourself if you can't figure out why people wrote what they did
Hire Pat as a full time camera man-hes got better angles and stability than any other videos-hes a savant. Pat's THE MAN!
Never piloted a big boat in my 67 years, but watching you take this awesome boat out of the harbor on its maiden voyage and then returning it to the slip "like a boss" was very satisfying to watch. It is quite clear that even if you may be financially "in too deep" you are not over your head as far as your nautical abilities. I think you are going to do great things with this new boat and I for one will be subscribing so I can go on your adventures vicariously. Glad I stumbled on your channel. Good work getting her cleaned up and seaworthy so quickly.
Notice to all would be sailors :
See how slow the captain steers his boat during the whole procedure of entering the harbor. This is the only way to go. Doesn't leave any wake. The most important is that he can always correct his course and maneuver. The mooring is perfect too : even if he had touch the pole he wouldn't moved it.
Good work.
Im not a fan of motor boat, but this guys deserves all the cheers. He learned on a small boat then went step by step on a higher level. And he has the ability to fix it.
Hope you will make this boat live again and fulfill all you dreams of livind on the water.
I love how common sense is some masterful character quality these days.
@@LupusMechanicus we used to say this on the boat and on the water, common sense isn't common
Slow is pro.
@@Oshawapilot yeah, long as its riding ON the water not IN the water
Learning to drive a big truck, one thing that stuck with me was the instructor saying, "if you move slow, you can put it anywhere you need to".
I wish it wasn't so dangerous to exchange contact info on the web. Ive been doing what you're doing since the 1980s.
Here is an important thing to check while you are hauled out / dry docked.
I love aluminum yachts, as long as they are taken care of properly.
Most Chris Craft Roamers, Browards, etc aluminum yachts , have a system on the hull called Capack Systems.
They monitor any voltage coursing thru the hull, and introduce the reverse polarity of that voltage preventing electrolysis on the aluminum hull.
Make sure all the bonding straps are in good shape with clean connections.
That hull will last forever if taken care of properly.
Take care. Safe travels.
Semper Paratus
You are correct I have a 1977 93ft Chris and she is plugged in all year round on ground until we go on vacation. Like that even the wood doesn't rot although I piss off the grand kids having em brush on clear coatings. I never knew for how many years I had the my Chris. There are are two 4ft by 1ft packs of magnets in the upper fiberglass of the bow. I have never quite figured that mystery out and have asked at times. Enlighten me if ya know about the long black magnet packs in the BOW SUITE area. I only seen what they were when I put in a wireless monitor for the cameras for my ah first mate sleeps in the bow. I sleep in the friggin salon area use the top side head. The master bedroom is only my shower & clothes storage. I am actually making plans to live on her full time soon. My desires are to put her on lake in Arkansas or Tenn if not the Miss river which is my least choice. My goal is safe cheap moor no sail just live,
Just from the information that I was able to gather from your message, I could shut down all of your navigation systems and both of your Cummins diesel engines!
@@vanguy7810 No worries China will go that shortly. Its called lack of parts.
Great advice! Thanks! 😊
It’s not that hard. Make a temporary email. Send your contact info to him then delete the email account
The guest who joined you did a great job calling out distances and pertinent info. Nice job getting her in and out of the slip!
I thought the same thing.
As a mom...I would be jumping around like a cheerleader watching my kid live his dream....even if he falls flat on his face...I can tell that he'll just learn from it and keep going. This is every parents dream for their kids
Watching Gus buying a frickin' ship and just running around giggling at all the things that needs fixing is just too good, love it! I'm sure I wasn't the only one watching the entire one and a half hour with a constant smile.
True. His genuine giddiness is a sight to behold. Love it.
The giggles just kill me! 😂😂😂😂
I know right? Iv bin following yatchies that are always down on the mouth about all the repairs (I’m sure and the costs) they have to do. U can smell their fear through the camera, and then I come across this guy who’s just bursting to get going on the repairs lol
His smile didn't even flitch when the gauge showed 33 gallons per hour on idle lol. This thing will create a vortex in his wallet.
I just left a comment how Ive been laughing and smiling along the first quarter lol
Its just so cool he has no fear, so positive even knowing things are never 💯
Love it!
What a funny young guy, first time viewing this channel. Positivity & brains plus a little hard work, he would make it anywhere in the world with those attributes. Anyone complaining about young Americans should watch this video cause it’s not what I am seeing.
I am a 63 year old retired Marine Engineer, I am an Australian, and I have worked and skippered on everything known to man, including sailboats.
I found your channel by chance.
What you are doing makes me wish TH-cam was around when I was your age, because I have some incredible stories to tell.
You remind me of an old friend of mine, a German guy who knew a lot about boats and I would bring him with me on my delivery’s all over the world.
I am looking forward to seeing what happens next, keep up the enthusiasm, its what makes your channel , in my eyes
Why don't you make a channel to share your sea stories?
How many of your routes included China White ?
Never too late to start TH-cam...I am 52 now and started seriously just 4 years ago.
Share your stories on TH-cam, I would love to hear them, as would most most people, please do it.
You are still young,,,,, go for it,,, start your own channel,,, its easy peasy and the only hard part is interesting content and you have tons of it, original. good luck
I love boating and it is expensive. In sure a yatch is even more expensive. Simply the gas and fluids alone will run your pockets. Thanks for filming it all. Had a great time watching.
That boat has so much character in it, and by watching your videos, I know you are going to add even more to it. Good to see you giving more life to older boats. Love watching your videos.
Hi Gus, I’m a 68yr old former welder from the Isle of Anglesey in North Wales 🏴 UK 🇬🇧. I used to sail my 18’ Hardy Navigator in and around our local waters. I have nothing but the utmost respect for your courage in giving up your successful Motor Shop business to take such a blind leap of faith and take the journey into boating that you have. I love watching your adventures, your practical engineering skills and the fun you have. I wish you safe travels. Rich
Me too. From Pensarn. 😂
That's sooo cool...you got a Broward. I had a 81 foot 1958 wooden Broward. I spent two years in a San Francisco Bay boatyard restoring her. 23 new frames and I replanked 52 foot of hull from dry rot. We had 2 kids and lived aboard for 7 more years. In 2011 I down sized to a 69 footer...So I sold her to a friend of mine and he has finished the restoration and the boat is so amazing. I had Payed many captains to pilot her until one day the guy was a no show so I single handed her to the boatyard and I had the time of my life. I wasn't nervous like when I hired someone else so after that I was always at the helm having a blast. She has pair of big Cummins 6 cylinder turbos and a 30kw generator with 42 inch props. She was a dinner cruise boat at San Franciscos famous "Pier 39" for decades. Her name was the "Pacific Spirit" now she is called "No Regrets" she was originally purchased in Florida by a woman that needed a charter yacht for corporate charter so her and her kids motored it through the Panama Canal to San Francisco in the 1980s. It helped evacuate stranded people off of Treasure Island after the big 1989 earthquake. I met many people while in the boatyard that had been on her as a booze cruise/dinner/wedding yacht. She was coastguard certified for 80 passengers. After retirement she fell into disrepair and was sold in a lien sale to a non profit then I bought her off them on eBay for $7300. I would tell people I don't own a 81 foot wooden yacht it owns me.
I think I know of that boat!
Wow wow😮😮😮😮😮wow😅
HE'LL YEAH BROTHER
Wow.
If she could only talk.
Great story.
Thanks for sharing it. ⚓️
I am starting the exact same story today. I just bought a retired booze and dinner cruise boat in San Francisco. It's 100ft all wood and served the bay area for many years. It looks identical to your boat. I actually work for that dinner cruise company (if it's the same one). I have no idea what I'm doing, never drive a boat or worked on one, but I have flipped many houses and couldn't pass up the opportunity. Would love to pick your brain, you still in the bay area?
I am a retired double "E" - Disel Electric Locomotive Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer. Thanks for the show. If you were a stock, I'd buy it. Keep your attitude and love for life. You will go far. Take care.
Josh is about to become family LOL... Kudos to Josh for giving our man, Gus, a hand. It means the world to have that extra set of hands!
You docked that thing like a CHAMP BRO! I was on the edge of my seat!
This kid is like energizer bunny. And that’s a compliment.
A intelligent one at that.
I’m a newly employed bridge tender in New Bedford Harbor in Massachusetts and have taken an interest in everything boating as of late…I just turned 40 and i must say-a 26yr old Captain/ Owner of a 70’ vessel is 1 of the most impressive things I’ve seen yet. Best of luck to you on what’s sure to be a journey of a lifetime and I think I found my new favorite YT channel. Go get’em Gus.
Bridge tender? Do you mean ship bridge or are you one of the people who moves the movable bridges to let ships past? If the latter that sounds like a cool job.
@@jimmydesouza4375 yeah, aka bridge operator, if you google New Bedford/ Fairhaven span bridge, you can see it. They actually shot a movie here last year called ‘Finestkind’ with Jenna Ortega, Tommy Lee Jones, Ben Foster and shot a few scenes here for over a week.
Correct, aka bridge operator. If you search NewBedford/Fairhaven Swing Bridge, you can see it.
Gus, Thank you for sharing your experiences and allowing us to come along. CHEERS!!!
"At least I can say I did it." Love your positive attitude. Bravo!
OK damnit. You got me hooked. I subscribed. Great job! Im a 100 ton Master. Biggest vessel I captained was a 105’ 300 passenger ferry. You did a GREAT job. As I watched you maneuver out and in. Im going “yup. Little. Fwd on the stb. Ha ha. And all the Mechanical to do. Wonderful skills. Captain and engineer. Heck, i loved you albin. Nice boats.
Broward. Yes. I was raised on the water about 5 blocks from the Broward Yard on the New River. I remember big wooden minesweeper navigatings the NR with lots of challenge. What a beauty. Wow. Love her. Really sweet!! Thanks for the video.
OK damnit. You got me hooked. I subscribed. Great job! Im a 100 ton Master. Biggest vessel I captained was a 105’ 300 passenger ferry. You did a GREAT job. As I watched you maneuver out and in. Im going “yup. Little. Fwd on the stb. Ha ha. And all the Mechanical to do. Wonderful skills. Captain and engineer. Heck, i loved your albin. Nice boats.
Broward. Yes. I was raised on the water about 5 blocks from the Broward Yard on the New River. I remember big wooden minesweeper navigatings the NR with lots of challenge. What a beauty. Wow. Love her. Really sweet!! Thanks for the video.
I've been watching an englishman rebuild a 100 year old, 50' foot racing yacht (Tally Ho) for the past 5 years and he has finally got her in great shape again. Guess I'll hang out here for a while for a little vicarious adventure. Beautiful boat BTW
Been watching Tally Ho too. He's done an amaing job on that. Lets see what happens here.
haha same
I can't belive you just hopped in and docked it that smoothly. You're amazing.
AWESOME! I worked as transport crew on a 92' 112' Broward named Independence 2. unbelievable how similar the layout is. every year we would transport from fort Lauderdale to Old saybrook Connecticut, then back after hurricane season. I think she has been sold off and renamed since.
we towed a 40 ft center console Ocean Master as tender. the Detroit's never left us hanging ever, I believe she had John Deere generators. could be wrong. every year aluminum bubbling required paint repair, but that was always farmed out. she eventually got a complete repaint. I've been in some pretty nasty seas in her, nothing like that hull shuddering when touching back down.. I don't think I would have felt any safer in anything but a Broward. I'm impressed man! congratulations !
Your tender was bigger than my fucking sail cat Jesus Christ 😂😂
As a senior, I'm glad to see young people living a purposeful life! These memories will last you a life time and the strong bond of forming male relationships are critical for men.
absolutely hes got some brilliant friends
Absolutely, well said.
Gus is an old soul man. This kid is brilliant.
@glennhand2593 This boat is 45 years old. It's absolute scrap!! The only good thing would be videos showing how he breaks it up and parts it out.
@@PreservationEnthusiastif you're so g.d damn knowledgeable on old aluminum boats why don't you go help Gus survey the hull and help him with his boat instead of sitting at your puter and lambasting Gus & his chanel? Don't be such a downer man! 😎
The whole first part of this video was like "But wait there's more" ... Such an awesome boat... There is no better person to bring it fully back to life than you!
I was a tour bus driver and my old 1990 Prevost had the 8V92 and I got pretty familiar with them.
They will run pretty much forever, it's just a matter of how much oil you will burn as they get older.
The cylinders can be re-sleeved right there in the block so you don't have to take the engines out.
If you haven't been told already, I assume you know, but just in case you don't, these engines require a special straight low ash DELO-100 40W.
Don't run regular 15/40 or regular oil in it.
I think you kid when you say "in too deep". Your well researched and motivated. I was going to mention a few things about the Detroit two stroke engines and to not use modern day engine oil because of the additives, but you already knew to use straight 40 weight. They are bulletproof and easy and inexpensive to rebuild and work on. And you eased it in and out of that slip like a knife through warm butter. This will be a fun watch. Congrats.
Gus, I am so impressed with your knowledge, skills and positivity. Good people surround themselves with good people. I stumbled on your Bella build and have been hooked ever since. Keep up the amazing videos.
This was one of the best TH-cam videos I’ve ever seen. I’ve rented small boats plenty of times and use to live on a carrier back in my navy days. Never been on a yacht but was super entertained and interested the whole video. Well done!
Your parents have to be the proudest people in the world, to have such a tenacious, go-getter of a son. You are an inspiration, and I am really enjoying this adventure with you. I pray you all the best in life.
Wow…9am not a boater and I’m have no technical or mechanical background. I’m a newly retired psychologist and I just spent an hour and 1/2 watching your video. Amazing. I was struck by your 1. Contagious Joy , 2. Attention to detail and 3. Your attitude. You reminded of a quote , “ work is love made visible” .what I saw in your video was love. Thank you. GRG, your new subscriber !
I dont know if this is considered psychology but ive noticed when some one really loves what they are talking about it infectious, people cant help but be interested... I dont know why it is but it is kinda similar with genuine laughter and yawning maybe something to do with empathy idk
Gus you may well be a lunatic but you’re my kind of lunatic love this new boat and look forward to how in too deep you get. 🇨🇦👍
Congratulations to you Brother and your skills are 200 years ahead of your time.
I have been looking for a yacht for several years. Mostly on "Yacht World". And earlier in 2024 I looked at a 70' Broward in Virginia, named "Enuff", but decided that it was a yacht better suited for a young man. And here comes Gus. It is great watching you do all the work that I would have had to do. At 76, I would not have been able to half the stuff you did. Good luck. I will be watching you and deciding whether I am able to buy my own Broward.
I feel the old girl is pleased that you have chosen her, looking forward to the work to be done.
You backed that beast into that slip like you've done it hundred times! Great camera work too. I think this is going to be my new favorite channel.
Oh yeah. You did it. I'm the guy who met you in Hamilton Marine store. My boat is Legacy right next to the fuel sign at Sunset Marina. I'd say stop by whwn you have a spare minute but i dont think you will until 2026! 😂
Damm, you got balls of steel and a real friend helping you out. Thats the American spirit I love and respect. Smooth sailing to you.
Gus, You have impressed me to no end. I'm 77, do all my own work on my '67 Vette for the last 50 years by learning as I go, just like you. You did so well on your last two boats, you'll do the same on this one. Although it is quite a handful, I think you get a live aboard member to help.
Man what a boat. It needs someone like you thats brave enough to bring her back to life. Cant wait to see the haul out.
CONGRATS Gus!!! Been watching your videos and really enjoying watching your progress and enthusiasm. I did the exact same stuff when I was your age! Started with a 1959 Chris Craft 35ft Constellation wooden boat with gas engines right out of school because I had a yacht desire but a dinghy budget, so I bought a wooden "yacht" with my dinghy budget, and started fixing boats up and selling at a profit ofer 20+ years to work my way up to my dream boat whish we are still cruising on. My first "real" boat was a 1969 36ft Hatteras, then a 1967 41ft Hatteras, then a Hatteras 58ft Yachtfish (same as your 53 but the cockpit version) that I fully restored. I got married on the flybridge of an old Broward in the Bahamas that belonged to a family member in the 1990's! I was never brave enough to buy an aluminum boat, too scared of maintaining the corrosion and paint blisters that show up every few years no matter how good your paint prep is, so I sincerely wish you the very best of luck with that. ALL my previous Hatteras had Detroit Diesels! They will run and get you home with 27 different things wrong with them as long as they stay running cool, have oil in them and have a good supply of semi-clean fuel. A couple of points about Detroits: a good compression test is if they smoke on cold startup. If they don't blue smoke on cold start, compression is good!! A little white smoke is okay until they warm up. Black smoke not under heavy load can be a stuck injector. Detroits pull WAY more fuel than they burn so if they pull 4 gallons, they will burn 1 and return 3 gallons so remember that when moving your tank supply and return valves. This means you can use the engines as a transfer pump easily as well! Arguably the most important thing I have learned from buying old boats that have been sitting is PLEASE IMMEDIATELY change the raw water impellers and both primary AND secondary fuel filters on BOTH engines and BOTH generators before you take a trip! If you have time, it is best to have all the heat exchangers cleaned and tested as well. I have bought and sold many old boats that have been sitting and impellers and all fuel filters are an ABSOLUTE MUST! Buy a case of Racor 1000 series for the mains and a case of (probably) Racor 500's for the gens. Hopefully you won't need them, but this is a must to take a trip. Diesel engine issues almost always are fuel starvation or overheating, so this bit of preventative maintenance can save you! Also, the 92 series Detroits are not nearly as tolerant of running hot like 71 series or 53 series, so be careful if your temps get above the 180-185 mark. 195 is big trouble for 92 series so keep your handy temp gun (you DO have one, right??) at the ready and use it to shoot the coolant tank and pipes, oil filters, shaft logs, gear cases, etc. during every engine room check while underway. Sorry for the long post and as a mechanic you probably know most if not all of this but this is just my $.02! GO GUS GO!!!
Man, I'll bet the former owner is sooo happy!
My daughter lives in Port Charlotte Florida! How cool! I stayed with from July 2023, until June 2024. I love Florida, and will return. Spending the summer with my oldest daughter in Illinois, where I was born and raised until 2018. Many happy safe adventures to you!
SW Florida, specifically Port Charlotte / Englewood is absolutely gorgeous all around! My late father lived in Englewood for about 20 years. I visited often and one day will move there from mi hometown of Baltimore Maryland.
At 24 years old i look up to people like gus because he has a dream and makes it happen and a lot faster than most ever could, you've givin me new goals in my life and a new mentality while working. Hope to run into you one day and have the same knowledge on boats, i now plan to buy a boat in a couple years to live on and share with my dad 😊
I'm 60 and with Brian -67 and the 68 yo Aussie. Absolutely love your determination. Set up a fund, I'll help and others will too. Super excited to eatch this massive adventure.
Just got onto your channel a few days ago, my first episode! Going to enjoy your videos, for sure! Your enthusiam and excitement is so contagious, I feel like I'm the one who got a new yacht! What a project!
Good job!!! Follow your dreams. 20 years ago I did the same thing, 48' Pacemaker Sportfisher a complete wreck. After 2 years of working every weekend I finally made her seaworthy. I wish I was younger because I would step up to a 70 footer just like you. Good luck and never give up!!!
Gus, your spirit, drive and wonder are boundless and infectious. Here’s hoping your endeavors never truly get you “in TOO deep” as we would really miss witnessing more of your adventures!
Just gotta push harder forwards!
Awesome channel! Glad I found it. After spending over 20 years in the Coast Guard operating / working on boats and ships, it’s great to watch you do the work from my living room! Looking forward to more videos!
This is frigging awesome ! The size of everything inside, the build quality.
The level of knowledge you must have to take on a project this size is nuts.
Absolutely incredible !
Your knowledge of the yachts systems is unbelievable! You seem like a seasoned pro!
It would not surprise me that in the next video, Gus buys a superyacht.
That'll be next year.
there are a shit load on the market whose previous owners are stuck in Russia while their boats have been confiscated....
helicopter for his yacht
@@SRM_NZThere will be alot of boat cheap and free nect year from thesheep who got the V and only 1 partner left that doesn't want to pay marina fees
I was thinking the next one would be worded as "Gus buys a cruise ship"
That big butterfly looking thing you saw in Delaware is a lunar moth
Gus, I recently signed on for your adventures and am having a blast watching. Above all, you have a great attitude and treat people with respect.
What A Beaut, Gus! Dang Son You've Got Balls! Million Hats Off To You From South Africa!😎
For a young guy ... you are very knowledgeable on a wide array of systems. You're well suited for this project. 👍
Had to leave a comment on this 1. Dude is amazing, busting his butt and laughing. He gets things done and what an attitude. We can all learn from this.
That thing is UNREAL. Its like a floating apartment!! SO COOL!! YOU GOT ME HYPED TO DO SOMETHING LIKE THIS DUDE!!!
It's got its own sewage system. It's a floating city.
Somebody loved that boat and took great care of it. I’m normally not a fan of older boats and how they look BUT I really like the looks of your new boat. More modern than I thought it would be.
I know you read this in here often, maybe it even gets old but I'm 52 years old and live vicariously through your videos (love these long ones BTW). You are such an inspirational and smart young man and your parents must be so proud. As the late Casey Kasem used to say "keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars". I also hope you still talk to Cam ands he's doing alright. Never stop chasing those sunsets.
That’s a real friend tracking you down and staying to help instead of encouraging you to mess around
Good on YOU. I watched this as a shade tree mechanic and a day boat owner. When i saw all those older systems, I thought, "Man, I'm glad that is him and not me that has to maintain all those systems, diagnose them and fix them when they break."
Don't knock those Detroit's. One of the single most dependable motors ever made, even though they are thirsty. 8V92 is a monster. That is a giant boat, you are definitely in to deep! Major score for a metal boat. Even though it's very dated looking, what a sweet live aboard.
He will have to tow a fuel barge
@CaptainKevHaurakiGulf ya think so? You know he will ruin it at 12 to 1400 rpm right???
@djpar3492 thise motors wouldn't work at 1200 to 1400 rpms. Those things like rpms. Reason everyone called them screaming demons. Old 2 stroke, run it till it sounds like she's about to scatter than go 400 more rpms lol
@@Stephen-carr That's right. Sweet spot for the 8V92 is 2100 RPM. I imagine the boat is set up to do about 12-15 knots at that range. Depending on tanks, he might have anywhere between 500 to 1200 nautical mile range. Current (modern) engines might add 200 to 300 more to that... However the Detroit will never have sensor/computer problems. If it has fuel and air, it will run. Deboss tried to kill one running it without water, and letting it run away. It seized up. They thought it was done. The next day the tried to start it for laughs... and it did... ran just fine. Amazing engines. They are still made for the military to this day.
My 1996 Freightliner fld-120 is pushing 700k miles on a Detroit Series-60 12.7 still running smoothly! Detroit Diesel makes great engines!
It has been written that youth is wasted on the young, but I'd say you're making optimal use of your youthful energy and enthusiasm. As someone from a tiny landlocked country who realises that 75% of Earth is covered in ocean I'm amazed at your courage in undertaking this project. Thanks for doing what you're doing. I've done similar things as you, only with land-based things like apartment buildings.
I knew you were nuts after the first time I watched one of your videos. You are now clearly certifiable. Lots of fun for your viewers!!! Good luck!!!
i was hooked from the first bella video then i had to watch all of them .hes an inspiration
im 3 years old and usually spend my time with colors and shapes, but this channel made me like boats too
Although the only boat I’ve owned was a 34’ sailboat from 1979 which I bought more or less unseen I can relate to the feeling of in to deep. I also love the feeling of discover problems and sort shit out as you go. I owned it for 4 years and I learned a ton of new stuff that I didn’t know before. I spent a lot of hours on it and some cash but I actually turned it around for a profit and it was in 50% better shape when I sold it. This shit is fun!
Gus, Allow me to Thank You "Sincerely", for allowing an old Maritime Salt like myself, to relive the adventures of my youth, working aboard different vessels throughout the Gulf Of Alaska, the North Pacific, and the Bearing Sea, in the capacity as an onboard Chef/Steward, and deckhand, doing the one thing I love most of all, which is traversing the open ocean, putting as many miles as possible on my resume, and across my very soul!
You're an inspiration to me, and thousands just like me, and I "for one", feel a tremendous amount of pride, just being able to follow along in your adventures!
Kudos Young Man, May You Find Calm Seas, Fair Weather, And Blessings Wherever You May Roam!
God Speed Gus
Congratulations! Gorgeous yacht! Perfect docking for a first time! Bravo!
You need to buy a couple of backup cameras and screens to dock ol' girl! Great video!
I just discovered your channel and I am proud to say you have a new subscriber. The way you work and carry yourself reminds me of myself and it’s refreshing to see someone else who gets so involved in their projects that they forget to do other things, like record what you’re doing! And I agree with you, there’s something about being in over your head that is just exciting and refreshing at the same time. I look forward to following your adventures in the future. Fair winds and following seas.
You may be nuts but you are one in 10 million people that will take on the challenges you do and we just love it, Looking forward to the cruise up to Portland! PS: The Detroit Diesels sound great.
Guss. You never stop smiling. Love your videos. You docked that yaught like a pro. Congratulations 😊
At one time i had never driven anything bigger than 25ft. Then one day I was assigned the task to bring a 62ft wooden stephens to dry dock and back. It was a bit nerve wrecking, but in the end I docked it all by myself without any assistance. Didn't even touch the dock and I had to jump off the boat while it sat untied to tie it off myself. I was quite proud since I never driven anything so big before.
I love the fact that you had a NAVY guy on board on your sea trials 👍👍👍👍👍👍
the way you docked that boat was incredible to watch. I have a 281 mako and i still struggle to dock it after 3 years. I start to panic and even watching you i was having a bit of a panic lol thats awesome man enjoy it!!
For a boat of its age not too shabby , Let the journey begin , Let's Fn GO !!!
Holy Sh*t you docked that Beast like it was nothing!! Absolutely incredible! You are Amazing Gus, so intelligent and fun, you can make pressure washing interesting! 😂. Keep up the great work and thank you for bringing us aboard in all your travels.
If anyone can do it, it's you Captain Gus. Just relax and enjoy the process. You got this! You will need a crew. Just put the word out to you subs.
Gus,I have 1 word,W O W ! That boat is impressive ! Watching the video I’m more jealous of your abilities to make the fixes that it needs ! I have to apologize,this is definitely more than 1 word !
I know less than zero about boat driving, but man that reversing job was something else!
Gusta! You were given a gift for engine's, and you can fix anything once you put your mind to it! Congratulations on your new Project, and yes Mikea, is a true blue friend! He's always been there for you when you need him. And yes! Your name fits you Perfectly! IN TOO DEEP! HA HA HA ! BUT YOU GOT THIS!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂🎉🎉
Hey Buddy, you’re living the dream… kudos to you…. You only live once
I cant believe you dropped that boat back into the slip first try in the wind. Nailed it.
That was an awesome sight. I was watching it and thinking about my poor manouvering :D. I think i´ll stick to my single engined, 23ft Princess XD
@@anvorarak3384I don’t even think he used the bow thrusters lol he’s a beast of a captain
@@ralphmonticello1476 He did , that was his left hand reaching down occasionally
Agreed. It's especially difficult and scarry in an older boat when any mechanical failure with the engines, shafts, props, or bow thrusters can mean disaster.
I am a retired heavy jet A&P mechanic who loves boats. This is a cool video. I am adding it up as a project and can work on anything. Maybe I'll do a boat restoration. New subscriber. Oh and maybe you could take it to some Asian port where the whole project can be done on budget.
Beautiful driving backing that girl in. Damn man, that is impressive.
1. Diagnoses all manners of diagnostic, mechanical, electrical, and physical problems on $million dollar yacht.
2. Fixes all of it himself - with genius level knowledge!
3. USES DRY ERASER ON OWN FACE - BECAUSE THOUGHT "HE WOULD GET CLEANER" - PEELING LAYERS OF SKIN OFF!
(You sir have earned my Subscription AND Like!)
😂😂 on god, perfect description
He had oil and grime and shit on his face, he thought the magic eraser might help get it off! Clearly incredibly intelligent, he just didn't know what the magic eraser was composed of
OMG! Gus you’re a wild man. Love ya brother, keep on keeping on.
lots of comments all over the place. Gus seems to be a very grounded and capable guy. It is very cool to see him rebuild, fix, restore these boats. Hats off to him there ar many people that just buy and use new boats. Gus is a great mechanic and troubleshooter. great job Gus!!!
Yes, you are COMPLETELY nuts, and I'm envious as hell. Loving your adventures!