It's great when you have the knowledge, the ability and of course the desire to undertake such a project. Aladino's comment about being pleased to see the deck needs more work than originally thought, because it makes it worth while to remove it all and start fresh, is certainly the right attitude. Watching his work ethics in the past, I am confident this boat will be as good as new when you two finish her, looking forward to following your progress.
I think the thing I find most amusing about your videos is how calm you two are, even in the face of setbacks and "bad news". I have a fiery temper, and many of my projects are accompanied by florid cussing at loud volume, so seeing others just seeming to glide through these things is really interesting to me. Good luck on this journey!
Always a pleasure watching and learning from a professional. The tiny details that can lead to huge issues if not addressed, knowing what to look for and where. This is going to be a most enjoyable and instructive season!
I didn't realize how robbed we were by not following along with your rebuild of Magic Carpet, but looking forward to watching you go through the process and rebuild of this boat makes me understand the scope of what you went through with MC! Wish we could have followed along on that journey, but at least we have this one to watch! We enjoyed traveling with you through the Med and Europe, we'll enjoy these land-locked months as well! Just promise we'll get some music along the way!
Perfect timing! Now when Mads is finished his amazing restoration, we just jump over to another amazing restoration. This is entertainment on a high level.
It is very clear that you two are the right owners for this boat, to take it forward and give it the restoration it deserves. You have no rose tinted spectacles and can look at the project objectively, with the expertise and skills to bring out its best. Really looking forward to following the progress.
Owner finished boats seem to have a bad reputation, but in some cases the buyer and finisher was a master with higher standards than even the yard might have. Our boat was purchased as a hull kit and the owner, a shipwright, took 12 years to build her out, using the best materials and hardware. I think he has passed on, but when I put my hand on some of the teak he crafted, I can feel the craft and heart he put into his work.
@@spider0804 Probably so...one of those "Not always but usually the case..." things. He bought it from Skookum Marine as a hull kit, also in Port Townsend.
You two have this in hand. With Aladino’s knowledge and workmanship and both of you with a beautiful can do attitude. This boat will be brought back to life, taking the seas on her bow and carrying you safely anywhere you wish to go. Will watch each episode, can’t wait.
Watching you two surveying the new home is something that we think every new and present owner should do. We would say to them to watch your videos on how you are doing this survey. It's also great that you are keeping the name Magic Carpet. For us we finish our boats names with Maiden. Keep up the great work you do are doing. Regards Suzie and Robert on S.V. Snow Maiden.
An odd rollercoaster episode. Following Aladino, as he made his way through the survey I am like, oh, that's bad and then I get the explanation as to why it is not so bad I am like oh, ok not so bad then. It is great you are finding these faults as I know the end result will be so much better. You are quite an inspirational couple and a joy to watch and get to know.
You guys bought yourself a super nice hull and with the skill and persistence of the 2 of you I look forward to see the results! So happy for you! Go for it!
I deeply admire the skills you have displayed in determining the condition of the boat. Your willingness to stick to it for the long haul and rebuild that beautiful boat is rare with today's young people.
Can't wait to watch you tackle each problem. You have so much knowledge on the workings of a boat. Sounds like you had a great mentor and instilled in you a great work ethic.
I am loving all these boat reviews you were making at new boat ! A lot of projects and possibilities !!!! Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!! As an engineer I love to see these technical discussions ! Great class for me !!!!! Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!!!!
What a joy to see you guys, I already missed you. For me, you are like McGyver and Wonder Woman repairing vintage sailboats with a lot of experience and knowledge. Keep the good work :)
Looking forward to a masterclass in boat refitting from two people with skill and passion for their work, beginning with today's practical demonstration of a good vs. bad thump. Also, the video editing and Maya's music - maybe in the black turtleneck, folk style.
Hi again, I red that your father sailed on the Dutch Bark ‘’Europa’’ I sailed twice on the Dutch schooner ‘’Oosterschelde’’ ‘’ Eendracht’’ and clipper ‘’ Stad Amsterdam’’. Sailing the seas is fantastic special the nights under the stars. Have fun and enjoy!
It is always best to know what is wrong before you attempt to fix anything. I see nothing wrong with your plans on how to continue. I look forward to further episodes and see what you do. Good luck.
Hi guys! I follow you from Argentina since half a year. Me and my partner have recently got our sailboat it's a 36 foot classic Dorado de Frers, design and build in Argentina. We have a similar situation with the bulwarks. It has been uncomfortable to see we are not the only ones. Like a self help group! Lol Now seriously it has been very supportive, i've learned a lot from you guys thanks for share your knowledge and experiences!
Thank you for taking us through the survey and explaining the delamination and the difference in sound! Very informative video. Excited to watch the refit process!
Yikes you two, I’m so impressed by your calm demeanor with the project ahead. Yet truly once completed the diamond in the rough will be an amazing jewel of a lifetime! I’m happy to follow this journey with you, best regards!
Excellent! So many believe they will be able to buy a boat cheap, repaint it, replace a few things, and sail away. This video shows some of the many issues that are almost always lurking in a cheap boat. And many expensive used boats too! It is so good that you showed some of the ways to look for the issues and that you expected to find them. Now you will be able to show how to fix, repair, and replace the problems to make the boat sound. And your rebuild videos will show how much work is involved in repairing the problems as well as how much it really costs. Great project!
I love your dedication and determination. When everything is done, I'm sure this craft will serve you foe decades. Thank you for sharing with us. Cheers.
Throughout your journeys on Magic Carpet I always thought "man, it would have been great if you had documented her reconstruction in more detail on this channel!" So it´s just awsome that we get the chance to see you rebuilding a boat in full detail now. I am SO much looking forward this season! (And maybe also a visit to Sampson Boat co.? That would be really cool!)
Magic Carpet II is still a beautiful vessel and with both of your assistants, she is going to be strong better than she ever was even from the original builder. They would be proud. With your knowledge and experience the lessons you have learned from Magic Carpet and applying your gifts I am excited to learn from you. Thank you for sharing your talents.
Hi I built the Cape George 36 "Mariposa" and lived aboard her for ten years. Truly a joy to own. Great fun catching a Valiant 40 or Baba 40 out for a sail trial with a prospective owner on board and horizoning them. Along with several race boats of that era. Every older Cape George I know including the yard built ones was fundamentally improperly designed in the bulwark area. Except the one built with my method and a little advice from John Guzzwell.. At 40 years of age the last time I saw her she was structurally perfect. And the teak decks were still sound and leak free, although ready to be replaced. Wood, of proper specie and installed with proper engineering is not the problem. If you put those chainplates back in she will revert to being a problem in a shed within ten years even if you replace every bit of wood with glass. The design of these boats is so massively strong that I could take your boat and rebuild her without removing the partially rotted decks and deck beams for a fraction of what it will take to maker her "right." The side deck beams would be sistered and not pretty, but I could sail her around Cape Horn and she wouldn't creak and moan like 99.9 of production fiberglass boats. My "Mariposa" was on magazine covers and if truth be known, too much of an example of woodworker's art rather than of a world traveler. But she will be still sailing 40 years in the future. These are special boats, and if you have the time, skill, and finances to bring her back to better than "yard built condition you are to be commended. But I've built other special boats, and have reached the point where I'd rather go sailing!
Hy Richard! Very glad to hear from you. I do a lot of research on what I am passionate about so I was perfectly aware of who you are and what you did. Congratulations on building one of the prettiest cg’s out there! Glad to having the good sailing characteristics confirmed again. Which is also something I researched a lot before closing the deal. It may not show from the videos but there is some serious research happening in the background;) Also we plan on redoing things the way CG marine works do things now. I am very confident that that will eliminate any future problems. I also read all of your comments and replies on AAC and have gotten to know some things about our new boat😸 it would be great if you can send us an email so we could see if you have some ideas or suggestions on ideas going forward. SailingMagicCarpet(at)Gmail(dot)com ~Aladino
Bulwark comes from the Dutch "bolwerk", which refers to a part of the defences or fortifications around cities . As the Dutch were at one point in time, one of the most important seafaring nations and therefore leaders in boatbuilding, it makes sense that a lot of shipbuilding terminology originated in the Dutch language.( starboard/stuurboord) The word "bolwerk" became "boulevard" in French.
Starboard is originally from the norse language, "Styri", to steer and "bord" the side of the ship pronounced with a soft "d". So "Styrbord", which was later adopted by the anglo saxons and dutch. Port side or "Bagbord", is still used in the nordic countries literally meaning "backboard", because the steering board always was on the right so the "styrmann/d" literal translation "steering man" had his back to "Bagbord" or port in todays english.
Better. Just think of those wooden bulwarks they're gonna get rid of. And Aladino obviously does know exactly what he's doing - and what he'll avoid doing.
I have all the faith that the 2 of you will bring this beautiful vessel back an surpass it's current state an I can not wait to see what you do with an to her!! ✌🏻💗😊❣️
WOW, your video appears to be 4K, FANTASTIC!!! I prefer your video from 30 to 45 minutes duration. It is interesting with great descriptions. Thank you! Now you are on to a new adventure which we get to live though YOU!
I'm glad it was a better survey than the Yaba`, which basically needed everything below the deck replaced. I can't wait to see Aladeno flex his craftmanship.
Oh yeah, I watched Yaba from the start and I don't think that I'll forget about that Survey in a hurry...😳 but at least they went to a really good Yard to do the work that they couldn't, Aladeno has skills that few Sailors have when it comes to craftsmanship and carpentry
What a pleasure to meet you. I think you make a really cool, interesting interesting couple!!! I’m a new patron and especially happy after seeing this episode. Even with all the problems you found, She’s still beautiful. Her lines are so graceful and elegant. You’ve found a beauty. I bought my 1989 Passport 40 without knowing she needed new chain plates aaarrrggghhh. At least you’re finding all that needs work. I was wondering if you ever considered an electric engine with all the different ways to make and store electricity?
Hi Jeri - thanks so much for watching and for the comment! Congrats on your boat - the chainplates aren’t so bad in the grand scheme of things haha, and it makes for good peace of mind to replace them! And no, for the engine we’ll go diesel.
@@SailingMagicCarpet I was wondering the same thing about the engine. If you ever get time it would be interesting to understand your thinking on this. I have a traditional boat and am hoping her next motor might be electric, if the tech evolves in the next decade. I guess this being such a heavy displacement boat that electric is less realistic than for lighter designs. I would love to be diesel-free!
It's going to be so much fun rebuilding the desk and bulwarks. I'm very jealous but there again you know what you're doing. Happy to be along for the journey or should I say voyage.
I love both your positivity and willingness (or should I say excitement) to take on hard work. I know you will have your perfect boat and all the work will be worth it. That engine though, my heart sank when you first showed it. Great decision to replace it. Lol. It will be exiting to follow along on your adventure!
I too was warned about the chain plates and I decided with Cecil's help was to cut a whole through the deck plate and run my chain plates 24" below the deck line these were bolted through with polished metal plates. It make me feel better knowing this was done. The cut did not compromise the deck plate nor the deck structure. Hope you have good luck with this project.
Woohoo. Love it. Great project you have there. You have scored an excellent hull that needs work. You have the skill and time to do it. Get stuck in. Based on my experience having done this 6 years ago, Don’t be shy to get that angle grinder out and just cut away all the suspect areas. Be brutal. Don’t try save the existing paintwork Just cut all the suspect stuff out you will save time in the end. Then fix all the rotten bits. You can do it. Can’t wait to follow along with you.
You guys have a big job ahead of you. I had no idea you are prepared to do so much work. Now just hit the fast forward button and it's all done. Good luck ,have fun....
I must have missed your announcement about what you are doing with Magic Carpet l. I am very happy for you and looking forward to watching your work on Magic Carpet ll
Years ago I too was looking at boats the needed repair for cruising at some time. Again this was a long time ago, and after looking at and finding many real dogs, I settled on a Gulfstar 41 center cockpit. Some of the big reasons that this was my choice was the fact that they are solid fiberglass, no coring of any kind anywhere. This is a game changer in older boats. It has a walk in engine room, and the list goes on. They were noted also for a less than high end interiors and a lot of stuff, wiring etc was covered and difficult as well. It was a heavy boat and sailed well. I totally get what you are doing!! Work safe and press on!! BTW, my old boat name is Anticipation and the current owner has a youtube channel, Sailing Anticipation. Give it a glance.
In my ocean cruising experience , if you are going to sail around the world , I’d put in a Yanmar diesel , even a rebuilt one as parts and service is avail everywhere and they are so reliable. Long external hull mounted chainplates are an easy reliable fix to that issue. . Cheers !
One suggestion... seeing as this is the NW ( for example, a couple of off-shore quakes this morning, off the Oregon coast line). Chain your stands together. You see that all the time in yards. Admittedly outside (we get the occasional wind storms here), but would be a real pity to see all that hard work on the ground. As an added incentive, Nisqually quake in 2001, usually recurs every 10 years or so. You do the math!!!
Yes! You two are an amazing & exceptional couple. Vicarious pleasure is the only possibility as taking on this rebuild is impossible for the average guy like me. Thanks for creating sharing!
Perhaps Mads greatest contribution is the "glorious glorious"....it has become a staple of utubers with boats! But the real reason for this reply is to ask (cuz this is the first time to see your honorific) whether you get any deep space flak from Weber fandom....A hard name to live up to, I imagine...
@@dhamma58 Luckily no flack just the passing "Cool Nic" or similar. Weber is great except for tending to put a 10 page Socio-Political-Military dissertation in the middle of a group of characters talking! Still, if you want hard military scifi he is a must read. :)
Magic Carpet is turning into Wildlings Sailing! Excellent - Wildlings is also a great vlog about young people having been ripped off by someone selling a rotten boat that has been filled and sprayed. Here in England every second-hand car / van / camper / boat / house is filled and sprayed to fool the unwary. It's an industry! We're really keen to see what happens with Magic Carpet II - once its'totally rebuilt it will be amazing. It will need a full spray hood / vinyl cover for that back deck.. Good work.
They (wildlings) were well warned to walk away from that cat. The difference here is that Aladino is a boat builder by trade, and went into this with his eyes wide open. I have no doubts at all that this project will be a success.
@@stevenpaul9259 I think you're right. Both though are doing what TH-cam seems to demand which is young people seen to be buying new boats that need a lot of work. Wildlings views went up hugely after getting the cat. People like the 'Oh no we've discovered a disastrous bit of rot' drama. Genuine navigatiion vlogs don't seem to get a lot of views - can't buy new stuff (Amazon mentioned an awful lot) and viewers are bored with sailing per se.
A great boat; a great list of repairs; a great amount of video's from you! No complaints from me! Only the finish-line will show what's what. I'm putting my stakes on you two!
Since you will be pulling the engine- good thing it's been disassembled- smaller- lighter- easy-peazy removal. Lots of deals out there for rebuilt engines- I'd have made the same decision to replace. Having fun watching your project!
Great video guys! I love seeing both of you going through and explaining everything that is wrong. Looking forward to seeing how you fix her and make her better!
You are so lucky to have the skills to regenerate this yacht. With your knowledge and hard work not only will you end up with a beautiful traditional vessel but you will have saved her from a near certain sad end. Too many traditional yachts are lost forever, we need many, many more people with Aladino's skills. Governments and educational institutions take note.
can't wait to see the adventure with your "LOaP" repairs (lipstick on a pig) . Having bought a few "classic cars" In similar conditions I feel your pain. But you will know your boat from stem to stern. Let the games begin. If you feel overwhelmed - got to "Sailing Yaba" for a real "Upside down " boat. Love these vids and will be watching From my comphy chair Bill.
There's a real illustrated lesson here! Of course, boat exteriors are bathed in water. Water (which breeds xylophagous fungus) is kryptonite to most wood (over time.) Paint, epoxy resin, even some oils can keep most water out. BUT, water is relentless. The TINIEST opening, an unprotected screw-hole, a hairline crack, a PINHOLE - that's all water needs, like a thief in the night.
100% early rather than late inspecting, re-bedding hardware, ports, windows, fasteners, repairing cracks/means of ingress. Having owned an all wood boat- I know both sides of this story- neglect vs. proactive maintenance. "Pay me time/money now.... or pay me x10 later."
I will be watching your progress with great interest. You make us all feel as if we are there in the trenches with you working to make your dream come true.
I really cant wait to see this ship finished with your attention to detail on the wood and the bronze features i think this boat will be spectacular after her refit
Respect for you guys. You are living the dream. Could you show on a little sketch how the deck is connected to the hull? It seams to be a combination of old and new construction methode. Wood / fiberglas.
It's too bad they didn't seal those screw holes, O well. well time to strip the gelcoat remove the fiberglass and do it right. Then do the repairs and then you'll know you will have a great vessel that will last for many years to come. lookin forward to this restoration and refit of a new motor upgrading electrical. Your going to have a beautiful vessel when it all said and done. You know that and that is going to be reassuring. bigtime. You also know that all this is an investment into your future and a good one at that. Regardless its a beautiful boat with massive potential in the hands of a young man who knows what to do to restore it better than new. Congrats....excited for you both.
not just the screw holes, seems they screwed up every single edge and connection. Water damage at the hatches and portholes indicates there's no caulking or other sealant there for example, that they're just bolted on directly onto the wood or fiberglass.
There is an old saying in the boat biz "it's possible to pay too little for a boat" and once again it has proven to be true. But I have no doubt that you guys will succeed. I just wish I could give you a hand.
With a quick search I find these boats selling for up to $240,000 so they have lots of room for putting in skills and time to bring it up to scratch. This is a great project and it will be exciting to follow.
Understanding boat building allows you to deep dive the root causes of these "blemishes" they eye will see or the hearing will catch whilst checking stuff ..Agreed, this is a big undertaking but in the end you will fully understand and know your boat..Boat electrical is another nice challenge looking at today’s market with lithium and all the Bluetooth driven control devices..anyway keep up the good work..
Hi guys, this should be a interesting series, have repaired a few boats working as a shipwright mostly built wooden boats then we graduated to fiberglass built boats later on. Hope you gain many more subs and views while repairing this beautiful boat, a substantial amount of work but both of you are young and talented we are here too give you a little boost now and then lol. Nova Scotia Canada
Sorry for being a party pooper but, “ Superb quallity.“ i don’t know, the deck to hull connection is quite an important one. And this seams nicely srewed up.
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Aladeno's knowledge is amazing. Luckily you two are not afraid of hard work. Wishing you so much luck.
It's great when you have the knowledge, the ability and of course the desire to undertake such a project. Aladino's comment about being pleased to see the deck needs more work than originally thought, because it makes it worth while to remove it all and start fresh, is certainly the right attitude. Watching his work ethics in the past, I am confident this boat will be as good as new when you two finish her, looking forward to following your progress.
I think the thing I find most amusing about your videos is how calm you two are, even in the face of setbacks and "bad news". I have a fiery temper, and many of my projects are accompanied by florid cussing at loud volume, so seeing others just seeming to glide through these things is really interesting to me. Good luck on this journey!
Fascinating to see all this work, thank you.
Always a pleasure watching and learning from a professional. The tiny details that can lead to huge issues if not addressed, knowing what to look for and where. This is going to be a most enjoyable and instructive season!
Amen to that! 😉 I’m hooked on this adventure already. Lol! The Cape George resources will prove invaluable on this journey.
I didn't realize how robbed we were by not following along with your rebuild of Magic Carpet, but looking forward to watching you go through the process and rebuild of this boat makes me understand the scope of what you went through with MC! Wish we could have followed along on that journey, but at least we have this one to watch! We enjoyed traveling with you through the Med and Europe, we'll enjoy these land-locked months as well! Just promise we'll get some music along the way!
Perfect timing! Now when Mads is finished his amazing restoration, we just jump over to another amazing restoration. This is entertainment on a high level.
Thanks, Maya and Aladino!! Looking forward to more of these great restoration videos!! Very well done!!
Thank you so much for watching!!
You two made a great choice with this boat. Your efforts in the retrofit will serve you for many years in seagoing comfort.
It is very clear that you two are the right owners for this boat, to take it forward and give it the restoration it deserves. You have no rose tinted spectacles and can look at the project objectively, with the expertise and skills to bring out its best. Really looking forward to following the progress.
Good video. This overhaul is absolutely no challenge at all, it is merely an exercise for Aladino to practice his craft.😉
Owner finished boats seem to have a bad reputation, but in some cases the buyer and finisher was a master with higher standards than even the yard might have. Our boat was purchased as a hull kit and the owner, a shipwright, took 12 years to build her out, using the best materials and hardware. I think he has passed on, but when I put my hand on some of the teak he crafted, I can feel the craft and heart he put into his work.
Your boat is the exception to the rule.
@@spider0804 Probably so...one of those "Not always but usually the case..." things. He bought it from Skookum Marine as a hull kit, also in Port Townsend.
That’s a beautiful thing.
Amazing..
You two have this in hand. With Aladino’s knowledge and workmanship and both of you with a beautiful can do attitude. This boat will be brought back to life, taking the seas on her bow and carrying you safely anywhere you wish to go. Will watch each episode, can’t wait.
Watching you two surveying the new home is something that we think every new and present owner should do. We would say to them to watch your videos on how you are doing this survey. It's also great that you are keeping the name Magic Carpet. For us we finish our boats names with Maiden. Keep up the great work you do are doing. Regards Suzie and Robert on S.V. Snow Maiden.
An odd rollercoaster episode. Following Aladino, as he made his way through the survey I am like, oh, that's bad and then I get the explanation as to why it is not so bad I am like oh, ok not so bad then. It is great you are finding these faults as I know the end result will be so much better. You are quite an inspirational couple and a joy to watch and get to know.
I like listening to Aladino talk about boat building/renovating. So calm and knowledgeable.
You guys bought yourself a super nice hull and with the skill and persistence of the 2 of you I look forward to see the results!
So happy for you! Go for it!
I deeply admire the skills you have displayed in determining the condition of the boat. Your willingness to stick to it for the long haul and rebuild that beautiful boat is rare with today's young people.
Can't wait to watch you tackle each problem. You have so much knowledge on the workings of a boat. Sounds like you had a great mentor and instilled in you a great work ethic.
I am loving all these boat reviews you were making at new boat ! A lot of projects and possibilities !!!! Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!! As an engineer I love to see these technical discussions ! Great class for me !!!!! Thanks for sharing !!!!!!!!!!
What a joy to see you guys, I already missed you. For me, you are like McGyver and Wonder Woman repairing vintage sailboats with a lot of experience and knowledge. Keep the good work :)
where most people would be a little depressed at a new problem and unforeseen repairs it is interesting watching Aladino's face light up
Looking forward to a masterclass in boat refitting from two people with skill and passion for their work, beginning with today's practical demonstration of a good vs. bad thump. Also, the video editing and Maya's music - maybe in the black turtleneck, folk style.
Another well-produced episode. Yours has become a channel we look forward to seeing each week.
Hi again, I red that your father sailed on the Dutch Bark ‘’Europa’’ I sailed twice on the Dutch schooner ‘’Oosterschelde’’ ‘’ Eendracht’’ and clipper ‘’ Stad Amsterdam’’. Sailing the seas is fantastic special the nights under the stars. Have fun and enjoy!
It is always best to know what is wrong before you attempt to fix anything. I see nothing wrong with your plans on how to continue. I look forward to further episodes and see what you do. Good luck.
Hi guys! I follow you from Argentina since half a year. Me and my partner have recently got our sailboat it's a 36 foot classic Dorado de Frers, design and build in Argentina. We have a similar situation with the bulwarks. It has been uncomfortable to see we are not the only ones. Like a self help group! Lol
Now seriously it has been very supportive, i've learned a lot from you guys thanks for share your knowledge and experiences!
Thank you for taking us through the survey and explaining the delamination and the difference in sound! Very informative video. Excited to watch the refit process!
Yikes you two, I’m so impressed by your calm demeanor with the project ahead. Yet truly once completed the diamond in the rough will be an amazing jewel of a lifetime! I’m happy to follow this journey with you, best regards!
This refit is going to be an absolute joy to follow. So looking forward to this.
Yes it will provide entertainment for many more years !
Excellent! So many believe they will be able to buy a boat cheap, repaint it, replace a few things, and sail away. This video shows some of the many issues that are almost always lurking in a cheap boat. And many expensive used boats too! It is so good that you showed some of the ways to look for the issues and that you expected to find them. Now you will be able to show how to fix, repair, and replace the problems to make the boat sound.
And your rebuild videos will show how much work is involved in repairing the problems as well as how much it really costs. Great project!
I love your dedication and determination. When everything is done, I'm sure this craft will serve you foe decades. Thank you for sharing with us. Cheers.
I’m so excited to see you both on this project with your expertise. Have fun along this new journey and chapter in your life!
Throughout your journeys on Magic Carpet I always thought "man, it would have been great if you had documented her reconstruction in more detail on this channel!" So it´s just awsome that we get the chance to see you rebuilding a boat in full detail now. I am SO much looking forward this season! (And maybe also a visit to Sampson Boat co.? That would be really cool!)
Magic Carpet II is still a beautiful vessel and with both of your assistants, she is going to be strong better than she ever was even from the original builder. They would be proud. With your knowledge and experience the lessons you have learned from Magic Carpet and applying your gifts I am excited to learn from you. Thank you for sharing your talents.
People in love doing what they love ❤️ there is nothing more wonderful or inspiring!
Hi
I built the Cape George 36 "Mariposa" and lived aboard her for ten years. Truly a joy to own. Great fun catching a Valiant 40 or Baba 40 out for a sail trial with a prospective owner on board and horizoning them. Along with several race boats of that era.
Every older Cape George I know including the yard built ones was fundamentally improperly designed in the bulwark area. Except the one built with my method and a little advice from John Guzzwell.. At 40 years of age the last time I saw her she was structurally perfect. And the teak decks were still sound and leak free, although ready to be replaced. Wood, of proper specie and installed with proper engineering is not the problem. If you put those chainplates back in she will revert to being a problem in a shed within ten years even if you replace every bit of wood with glass.
The design of these boats is so massively strong that I could take your boat and rebuild her without removing the partially rotted decks and deck beams for a fraction of what it will take to maker her "right." The side deck beams would be sistered and not pretty, but I could sail her around Cape Horn and she wouldn't creak and moan like 99.9 of production fiberglass boats. My "Mariposa" was on magazine covers and if truth be known, too much of an example of woodworker's art rather than of a world traveler. But she will be still sailing 40 years in the future.
These are special boats, and if you have the time, skill, and finances to bring her back to better than "yard built condition you are to be commended. But I've built other special boats, and have reached the point where I'd rather go sailing!
Hy Richard!
Very glad to hear from you.
I do a lot of research on what I am passionate about so I was perfectly aware of who you are and what you did.
Congratulations on building one of the prettiest cg’s out there!
Glad to having the good sailing characteristics confirmed again.
Which is also something I researched a lot before closing the deal.
It may not show from the videos but there is some serious research happening in the background;)
Also we plan on redoing things the way CG marine works do things now. I am very confident that that will eliminate any future problems. I also read all of your comments and replies on AAC and have gotten to know some things about our new boat😸 it would be great if you can send us an email so we could see if you have some ideas or suggestions on ideas going forward.
SailingMagicCarpet(at)Gmail(dot)com
~Aladino
You pick the right boat .
You know what you want .
I am so excited to see how are you going to fix it!
Bulwark comes from the Dutch "bolwerk", which refers to a part of the defences or fortifications around cities .
As the Dutch were at one point in time, one of the most important seafaring nations and therefore leaders in boatbuilding, it makes sense that a lot of shipbuilding terminology originated in the Dutch language.( starboard/stuurboord)
The word "bolwerk" became "boulevard" in French.
Starboard is originally from the norse language, "Styri", to steer and "bord" the side of the ship pronounced with a soft "d". So "Styrbord", which was later adopted by the anglo saxons and dutch. Port side or "Bagbord", is still used in the nordic countries literally meaning "backboard", because the steering board always was on the right so the "styrmann/d" literal translation "steering man" had his back to "Bagbord" or port in todays english.
I have no doubt that by the time you’re both done refurbishing her, she’ll be as beautiful and sound as If she were an all original Cape George.
Maybe by then CoVid will no longer live ?
Better. Just think of those wooden bulwarks they're gonna get rid of.
And Aladino obviously does know exactly what he's doing - and what he'll avoid doing.
I know I'm going to love this. I love sailboat refitting. We just got finished with "Free range sailing" with Troy & Pascale down in Tazzy Australia.
We love Troy and Pascale!
You guys are AWESOME too. Are you going to try and go all electric like Dan & Kika on "Sailing Uma" with an Electric motor and solar panels?
Always great to see your post. Looking forward to following the extensive repairs and improvments.
Thanks Gary!
I have all the faith that the 2 of you will bring this beautiful vessel back an surpass it's current state an I can not wait to see what you do with an to her!! ✌🏻💗😊❣️
WOW, your video appears to be 4K, FANTASTIC!!! I prefer your video from 30 to 45 minutes duration. It is interesting with great descriptions. Thank you! Now you are on to a new adventure which we get to live though YOU!
I'm glad it was a better survey than the Yaba`, which basically needed everything below the deck replaced. I can't wait to see Aladeno flex his craftmanship.
Oh yeah, I watched Yaba from the start and I don't think that I'll forget about that Survey in a hurry...😳 but at least they went to a really good Yard to do the work that they couldn't, Aladeno has skills that few Sailors have when it comes to craftsmanship and carpentry
What a pleasure to meet you. I think you make a really cool, interesting interesting couple!!! I’m a new patron and especially happy after seeing this episode. Even with all the problems you found, She’s still beautiful. Her lines are so graceful and elegant. You’ve found a beauty.
I bought my 1989 Passport 40 without knowing she needed new chain plates aaarrrggghhh. At least you’re finding all that needs work.
I was wondering if you ever considered an electric engine with all the different ways to make and store electricity?
Hi Jeri - thanks so much for watching and for the comment! Congrats on your boat - the chainplates aren’t so bad in the grand scheme of things haha, and it makes for good peace of mind to replace them! And no, for the engine we’ll go diesel.
I'd say another 10 years or so til the battery tech makes electric engine sailboats truly viable.
@@SailingMagicCarpet I was wondering the same thing about the engine. If you ever get time it would be interesting to understand your thinking on this. I have a traditional boat and am hoping her next motor might be electric, if the tech evolves in the next decade. I guess this being such a heavy displacement boat that electric is less realistic than for lighter designs. I would love to be diesel-free!
Good boat with lotsa work ahead. You two are up to it. Get going and look forward to the learning process and finished project
This appears to be a large endeavor equivalent to somewhere between Sampson Boat Co and Expedition Evans ... best of luck.
Yes it does help that you have an expert boatbuilder . So excited to watch you rebuild this boat U2 are amazing!!!
It's nice to see someone who actually knows what they are doing doing a repair!
It's going to be so much fun rebuilding the desk and bulwarks. I'm very jealous but there again you know what you're doing. Happy to be along for the journey or should I say voyage.
If I’m not too late, it appears you just broke 100K subscribers! Congratulations, you both certainly deserve it!!
I love both your positivity and willingness (or should I say excitement) to take on hard work. I know you will have your perfect boat and all the work will be worth it. That engine though, my heart sank when you first showed it. Great decision to replace it. Lol. It will be exiting to follow along on your adventure!
I too was warned about the chain plates and I decided with Cecil's help was to cut a whole through the deck plate and run my chain plates 24" below the deck line these were bolted through with polished metal plates. It make me feel better knowing this was done. The cut did not compromise the deck plate nor the deck structure. Hope you have good luck with this project.
Woohoo. Love it. Great project you have there. You have scored an excellent hull that needs work. You have the skill and time to do it. Get stuck in. Based on my experience having done this 6 years ago, Don’t be shy to get that angle grinder out and just cut away all the suspect areas. Be brutal. Don’t try save the existing paintwork Just cut all the suspect stuff out you will save time in the end. Then fix all the rotten bits. You can do it. Can’t wait to follow along with you.
You guys have a big job ahead of you. I had no idea you are prepared to do so much work. Now just hit the fast forward button and it's all done. Good luck ,have fun....
She is going to be so beautiful when U2 are finished with her can’t wait to see her in the water!
I must have missed your announcement about what you are doing with Magic Carpet l. I am very happy for you and looking forward to watching your work on Magic Carpet ll
Looks like fun! Good luck with it all. I am excited to follow along!
Thanks Graham!
Years ago I too was looking at boats the needed repair for cruising at some time. Again this was a long time ago, and after looking at and finding many real dogs, I settled on a Gulfstar 41 center cockpit. Some of the big reasons that this was my choice was the fact that they are solid fiberglass, no coring of any kind anywhere. This is a game changer in older boats. It has a walk in engine room, and the list goes on. They were noted also for a less than high end interiors and a lot of stuff, wiring etc was covered and difficult as well. It was a heavy boat and sailed well. I totally get what you are doing!! Work safe and press on!! BTW, my old boat name is Anticipation and the current owner has a youtube channel, Sailing Anticipation. Give it a glance.
Nice work Maya and Aladino! You both explain the process very well!
In my ocean cruising experience , if you are going to sail around the world , I’d put in a Yanmar diesel , even a rebuilt one as parts and service is avail everywhere and they are so reliable. Long external hull mounted chainplates are an easy reliable fix to that issue. . Cheers !
I can't wait to watch this process. Totally here for it! Congrats on an awesome boat and the boat you will have when you're done!
Dino has a handle on it all, can’t wait to see her final day in the shed! Maya you’ll be master in your own right when MC2 is finished.
She's worth the work. Glad you are capable of the restoration and upgrades. Highest Blessings
One suggestion... seeing as this is the NW ( for example, a couple of off-shore quakes this morning, off the Oregon coast line). Chain your stands together. You see that all the time in yards. Admittedly outside (we get the occasional wind storms here), but would be a real pity to see all that hard work on the ground. As an added incentive, Nisqually quake in 2001, usually recurs every 10 years or so. You do the math!!!
They are chained together! It’s definitely a good idea :)
Yes! You two are an amazing & exceptional couple. Vicarious pleasure is the only possibility as taking on this rebuild is impossible for the average guy like me. Thanks for creating sharing!
Mads over at Sail Life is a great inspiration and he shares lots of information on extensively refitting a sailboat.
Perhaps Mads greatest contribution is the "glorious glorious"....it has become a staple of utubers with boats! But the real reason for this reply is to ask (cuz this is the first time to see your honorific) whether you get any deep space flak from Weber fandom....A hard name to live up to, I imagine...
@@dhamma58 Luckily no flack just the passing "Cool Nic" or similar. Weber is great except for tending to put a 10 page Socio-Political-Military dissertation in the middle of a group of characters talking! Still, if you want hard military scifi he is a must read. :)
Magic Carpet is turning into Wildlings Sailing! Excellent - Wildlings is also a great vlog about young people having been ripped off by someone selling a rotten boat that has been filled and sprayed. Here in England every second-hand car / van / camper / boat / house is filled and sprayed to fool the unwary. It's an industry! We're really keen to see what happens with Magic Carpet II - once its'totally rebuilt it will be amazing. It will need a full spray hood / vinyl cover for that back deck.. Good work.
They (wildlings) were well warned to walk away from that cat. The difference here is that Aladino is a boat builder by trade, and went into this with his eyes wide open. I have no doubts at all that this project will be a success.
@@stevenpaul9259 I think you're right. Both though are doing what TH-cam seems to demand which is young people seen to be buying new boats that need a lot of work. Wildlings views went up hugely after getting the cat. People like the 'Oh no we've discovered a disastrous bit of rot' drama. Genuine navigatiion vlogs don't seem to get a lot of views - can't buy new stuff (Amazon mentioned an awful lot) and viewers are bored with sailing per se.
A great boat; a great list of repairs; a great amount of video's from you! No complaints from me! Only the finish-line will show what's what. I'm putting my stakes on you two!
Since you will be pulling the engine- good thing it's been disassembled- smaller- lighter- easy-peazy removal. Lots of deals out there for rebuilt engines- I'd have made the same decision to replace. Having fun watching your project!
Great video guys! I love seeing both of you going through and explaining everything that is wrong. Looking forward to seeing how you fix her and make her better!
Good luck my lovelies, this is going to be an amazing project, will enjoy watching you turn this into something amazing. Bless you both.
You are so lucky to have the skills to regenerate this yacht. With your knowledge and hard work not only will you end up with a beautiful traditional vessel but you will have saved her from a near certain sad end. Too many traditional yachts are lost forever, we need many, many more people with Aladino's skills. Governments and educational institutions take note.
I'm really excited to see your refit/rebuild. thanks for another cool episode! Hi from Montreal.
Outstanding video. Well done, I'm impressed with how your doing. Let the journey begin.
Great episode! Love your channel. Cheers from the Saginaw Bay, Lake Huron, MI, USA ⛵
Thanks so much for watching Sara!
can't wait to see the adventure with your "LOaP" repairs (lipstick on a pig) . Having bought a few "classic cars" In similar conditions I feel your pain. But you will know your boat from stem to stern. Let the games begin. If you feel overwhelmed - got to "Sailing Yaba" for a real "Upside down " boat. Love these vids and will be watching From my comphy chair Bill.
Looking forward to seeing you progress with this build. You certainly seem very switched on and able so good luck.
Nice with all the boatbuilder tips, especially for stalling
There's a real illustrated lesson here! Of course, boat exteriors are bathed in water. Water (which breeds xylophagous fungus) is kryptonite to most wood (over time.) Paint, epoxy resin, even some oils can keep most water out. BUT, water is relentless. The TINIEST opening, an unprotected screw-hole, a hairline crack, a PINHOLE - that's all water needs, like a thief in the night.
Fresh water (including rain obviously) is far more detrimental than salt water.
100% early rather than late inspecting, re-bedding hardware, ports, windows, fasteners, repairing cracks/means of ingress. Having owned an all wood boat- I know both sides of this story- neglect vs. proactive maintenance. "Pay me time/money now.... or pay me x10 later."
I will be watching your progress with great interest. You make us all feel as if we are there in the trenches with you working to make your dream come true.
Awesome project, hopefully time will fly while making it new again & you will know this boat inside + out.
Thanks for the video! Great to show people what all the tapping is about! 🤣
I really cant wait to see this ship finished with your attention to detail on the wood and the bronze features i think this boat will be spectacular after her refit
Respect for you guys. You are living the dream. Could you show on a little sketch how the deck is connected to the hull? It seams to be a combination of old and new construction methode. Wood / fiberglas.
Good luck with the new venture, having followed you for a long while I am sure the result will be spectacular. Looking forward to the future.
What one hell of a project set before you two. My heartfelt wishes for a happy restoration. May the sailing gremlins not notice you.
Thanks guys, very very interesting! Watching from our canal boat 💜 xx
Hello from Canberra. Love your boats and videos. Thankyou! David.
It's too bad they didn't seal those screw holes, O well. well time to strip the gelcoat remove the fiberglass and do it right. Then do the repairs and then you'll know you will have a great vessel that will last for many years to come. lookin forward to this restoration and refit of a new motor upgrading electrical. Your going to have a beautiful vessel when it all said and done. You know that and that is going to be reassuring. bigtime. You also know that all this is an investment into your future and a good one at that. Regardless its a beautiful boat with massive potential in the hands of a young man who knows what to do to restore it better than new. Congrats....excited for you both.
not just the screw holes, seems they screwed up every single edge and connection. Water damage at the hatches and portholes indicates there's no caulking or other sealant there for example, that they're just bolted on directly onto the wood or fiberglass.
Love your decision making process!
I’m so glad you’re a self starter!
Keep up the good work!
JIM
What an exciting journey you are setting out on. Looking forward to joining you from the comfort of my arm chair
There is an old saying in the boat biz "it's possible to pay too little for a boat" and once again it has proven to be true. But I have no doubt that you guys will succeed. I just wish I could give you a hand.
With a quick search I find these boats selling for up to $240,000 so they have lots of room for putting in skills and time to bring it up to scratch. This is a great project and it will be exciting to follow.
This is sooo awesome! This looks like such a lovely boat and I can't wait to see how you tackle this project.
Last time I was this early Aladino was building a boat
Hahahahahaha 😂
Understanding boat building allows you to deep dive the root causes of these "blemishes" they eye will see or the hearing will catch whilst checking stuff ..Agreed, this is a big undertaking but in the end you will fully understand and know your boat..Boat electrical is another nice challenge looking at today’s market with lithium and all the Bluetooth driven control devices..anyway keep up the good work..
Hi guys, this should be a interesting series, have repaired a few boats working as a shipwright mostly built wooden boats then we graduated to fiberglass built boats later on. Hope you gain many more subs and views while repairing this beautiful boat, a substantial amount of work but both of you are young and talented we are here too give you a little boost now and then lol. Nova Scotia Canada
Sorry for being a party pooper but, “ Superb quallity.“ i don’t know, the deck to hull connection is quite an important one. And this seams nicely srewed up.