we just bought a boat and i had the back stay cylinder, vang and outhaul all rebuilt, the hydraulic control panel rebuilt and the fluid all flushed. the backstay cylinder was leaving a tiny bit of residue on the chrome shaft which i noticed at survey and felt that it was well worth the $$$ to get the hydraulics all serviced.
Well done Simon. You know what’s on my agenda next week. When I had my 37 C&C surveyed he deliberately omitted the rigging. I was lucky but not taking any chances going forward. Rookie mistake ignoring it.
Hey Larry, The whole boat survey thing is minefield. How can one surveyor or survey include the rig and not another? It all comes down to whether the surveyor can be bothered to go up the rig! And if you don't know any better you assume it's normal. Best wishes with your rig going forward. You're in a good place to have it sorted out. S.
rod rigging is difficult to evaluate when the rig is in the boat because the common failure is at the rod head and you can not inspect those when they are installed.
@@Sailingbritican We had a new forestay, baby stay, and furler replaced back in October along with a full rig adjustment. Now everything is at the bottom of the sea including our new radar. Now motoring back to FL for repairs. The worst part was the lost of our cat which we thought was hiding in the boat somewhere, 😔. Be safe out there.
Another good video, Simon. Anyone who complains about the cost of boat ownership should try owning an airplane. It's far cheaper, financially and safety-wise, to maintain these critical components than to suffer their failure.
No kidding! And it must have happened in the last few months as we check it every time we go up the mast! At least we caught it before it blew. Smiles, K.
Hi Simon, I am curious about the way you secured the ends of the dyneema in the video at 8:30. Also, is that a dyneema link that is looped through the head of the sail?
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Finally! You're back on the green screen again! I welcome you.
Thank you Serban :)
we just bought a boat and i had the back stay cylinder, vang and outhaul all rebuilt, the hydraulic control panel rebuilt and the fluid all flushed. the backstay cylinder was leaving a tiny bit of residue on the chrome shaft which i noticed at survey and felt that it was well worth the $$$ to get the hydraulics all serviced.
Well done Simon. You know what’s on my agenda next week. When I had my 37 C&C surveyed he deliberately omitted the rigging. I was lucky but not taking any chances going forward. Rookie mistake ignoring it.
Hey Larry, The whole boat survey thing is minefield. How can one surveyor or survey include the rig and not another? It all comes down to whether the surveyor can be bothered to go up the rig! And if you don't know any better you assume it's normal. Best wishes with your rig going forward. You're in a good place to have it sorted out. S.
rod rigging is difficult to evaluate when the rig is in the boat because the common failure is at the rod head and you can not inspect those when they are installed.
Unfortunately even with inspections things let go without notice, this is what happened to us 2 weeks ago. Just 2nm out of Mayaguana
Yes...of course. Things happen. We can do our best but that doesn't eliminate all failures. I hope your issues outside Mayaguana were not too bad?! K.
@@Sailingbritican We had a new forestay, baby stay, and furler replaced back in October along with a full rig adjustment. Now everything is at the bottom of the sea including our new radar. Now motoring back to FL for repairs. The worst part was the lost of our cat which we thought was hiding in the boat somewhere, 😔. Be safe out there.
Another good video, Simon. Anyone who complains about the cost of boat ownership should try owning an airplane. It's far cheaper, financially and safety-wise, to maintain these critical components than to suffer their failure.
Hey Garrett. We have many ex-pilots that become sailors. I suppose that is the best way to get into the sailing life...it will feel less expensive ;)
That baby stay was scary to see!
A good guide to the basics
No kidding! And it must have happened in the last few months as we check it every time we go up the mast! At least we caught it before it blew. Smiles, K.
Cheers guys!
Cheers Trev. :)
Hi Simon, I am curious about the way you secured the ends of the dyneema in the video at 8:30. Also, is that a dyneema link that is looped through the head of the sail?
Pete - best way is to explain this over the phone. If you email me with your number I can call you and explain. Simon@SailingBritican.com
What happened to your boat safety audit sheet? 🤔
Wish I seen this last year 😢
Great advice thanks for sharing. You don't sound well at all Simon. Going back to bed sounds like a good idea lol
After this season I'm going to sleep for a while! S.
"upstairs"???
I know one way is to actually take it down on purpose 😂
Another's hard won experience is miles better than your own bitter variety. Ta.
Thanks for commenting Jonathan.
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Thank you J....SK.