It's always so wonderful to have a friend/neighbor that knows shit like that so it seems that their mind is a manual for fixing shit without having to look shit up.
That man brought back memories of my husband whose technical, mechanical skills, knowledge and patience made him a legend in his field of work that all started when he enlisted in the USAF in 1974!
How aspirational today video is after so depressing previous about timber issues, thank you for not only entertaining but also educational video.Keep them coming and thank you . I hope I can come soon to visit central and not coast soon.Maybe when you pass Shewell island you can make video on that spot , it looks like there may be a lot to learn about it.
The attention to detail is remarkable! Were also in the middle of a massive rebuild on our 65' power catamaran, and its been so much fun seeing others share their process. Keep it up!
I have no idea why I am not a patreon of yours anymore. I noticed one day it had just stopped and wanted me to upgrade. I'll have to go back in and redo my membership one of these days. Its so pretty there. I love that someone gifted you a drone! So many good people on the planet! I need to remember that!
huh bummer! Not sure why it would just stop? Sometimes Patreon has issues processing payments :) The community is one of the best aspects of having a youtube channel, we've met some amazing people over the years 💞
Another great video. Wow. Great drone shots. Such beautiful scenery and clear turquoise water. Love it. Love the sound of the birds. Great narrating. Glad the engine is working. Cool to watch the fix. Thanks for sharing ❤
Gotta love the carb repairs, or at least have a friend that does😊. I rebuilt my Johnson 88 a few years back. Wasn't fun. Loved the explanation on the Society Islands, makes sense when you out it that way.❤ Good stuff guys! Be well!!
You are lucky to have friends with that level of knowledge. Back in the day, the High, Low, and Mixture jets were knobs on the outside of the motor because you would adjust them one way to get started, another to troll and another for high speed. Another fix for the plug wire is to put a wrap or two of stiff wire around the plug and then jam on the plug wire. Baling wire is good. I'd order an ignition coil for it. That bad plug was wet and the coil may be on its last legs also. Check your case seal as random splashes shouldn't be able to get inside.
Whoa guys....this was a fantastic episode! One of your best ever IMO. From the beautiful scenery so well captured and narrated by Grace, to the awesome technical outboard analysis and fix, it had it all. Way to go!! Safe travels and looking forward to the next one!
Torch tip cleaner or a proper jet drill set are really nice to have to fix carbs. Just go easy as you can make it oversize and then have to replace it. All you need to do is dislodge the junk/varnish/crud from the jet. Ignition wires on outboards are almost consumables. Buy one of the longest wire as a spare. Very nice video.
Nice work on the episode. It you can't find a spring boot for your spark plug. You can crimp or solder on a ring terminal and screw it onto the spark plug. When cleaning jets, always use a tip cleaner softer than the jet. A welding tip cleaner will ruin a jet in one pass.
You see a beautiful garden, I see a beautiful garden + spiders and snakes. 👍🏻 Always be on the lookout for orchids in remote spots…and snakes 😊 Heard nothing but good things about the neighborhood…since Gauguin anyway. Cheers!
Good video lovely Islands, for me of interest it seems the outboard you have is a Yamaha 9 or 15 hp they are the same outboard. The diffidence as I understand it in hp is only in the carburetor reeds are different, to change the 9 hp to a 15 hp change the reeds. What I like about this segment of the video is the repair detail on your old Outboard. As I have what looks like the same 15hp Yamaha 2 stroke, Thank to your effort I have learned now to clean and repair the carburetor. SV Skoiern IV
Yep that is correct ours is labelled a 9.9 but I bought a new reed valve assembly and made it a 15. We did this prob a decade ago and it's worked out perfectly. This was a bit of a deeper dive than we normally would have to do to get the outboard running :)
YES! Thank you! We got some killer shots with it while motoring between the reef and island :) We've been using it over our older drone, seems to have much higher quality imagery!
Although I'm sorry to be somewhat negative, I'm moved to point something out. Barry, the Old Seadog, has a number of issues on his boat that cause him strife. When a viewer pointed out that preventative maintenance would have averted a particular problem, his response was that he was too busy fixing things to do maintenance. 🤔 I am disapointed that you would operate that outboard for so many years without referencing the owners manual. If you did, the spark plug issue would never have happened. And possibly the carburetor as well. When all else fails, read the manual.😊
Outboard issues !! I had the same and finally found the fuel line from the tank had deteriorated. Cleaning out the carby was only a temp fix until it clogged it up again.
Very interesting episode. Lots of good stuff there with the carburetor repair, the scooter trip around the island, and those beautiful drone shots! Would love to have seen a bit more about vanilla growing and harvesting/processing on Taha'a. Was the scent in that processing area incredible?! 😀
The carb problems are so familiar. I picked up a 1981 Honda motorcycle at an auction in September of 2023 and had to do some work on the carbs (it's got two) to make it work properly. So this is like deja vu to me. I've had to fiddle with a couple 2 stroke outboard motors of my own to get them to work properly. Also, the aerial segments were wonderful! What multi rotor did your patron send you? I would guess a DJI product, but I happen to like Yuneec products. Either way, I enjoyed the images from the sky. It can help so much regarding where the water gets shallow due to reefs and such. They are more of a tool than a toy.
@ silly person! Yea, I think its good to consume proteens but I'm not a cannibal and there are so few young people around here who hold the status of professional.
@@CalicoSkiesSailing Ha Ha I was referring to the thumbnail; replacing the asterisk with something more PG. BTW that shot of the Hibiscus was beautiful! 😊
It sort of did yes, could only take moorings and the stay was capped at 48 hours. We really ran out of time on our visa and had to make moves. The days we coulda gone to bora bora was cloudy and we felt that wouldn’t have been the same visually :)
@CalicoSkiesSailing ¿20hp won't be much? you'll be flying low..🚀 Maybe in Fiji you can find a Tohatsu 9.9 (10hp) 4 strokes...ok good luck to both of you. 👌
@@njbaskipper Our dinghy is rated for a 20hp. We can get 3 people on plane currently, it would be very nice if we could do 4. The 4 strokes will have better fuel efficiency
I like you guys, you have a particular vibe that makes me feel welcome and a bit more chill. Thanks for sharing your journey with us all x
Awesome! Thank you!
It's always so wonderful to have a friend/neighbor that knows shit like that so it seems that their mind is a manual for fixing shit without having to look shit up.
totally!
That man brought back memories of my husband whose technical, mechanical skills, knowledge and patience made him a legend in his field of work that all started when he enlisted in the USAF in 1974!
He sounds like an awesome guy :)
I'm a little bit jealous of all the beautiful places you and Bill get to see!! But I'm glad you share it thru your videos!! Thanks so much!
Thanks so much, we're lucky to get to see these amazing places!
How aspirational today video is after so depressing previous about timber issues, thank you for not only entertaining but also educational video.Keep them coming and thank you . I hope I can come soon to visit central and not coast soon.Maybe when you pass Shewell island you can make video on that spot , it looks like there may be a lot to learn about it.
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thank you!!!
The attention to detail is remarkable! Were also in the middle of a massive rebuild on our 65' power catamaran, and its been so much fun seeing others share their process. Keep it up!
Thanks, that sounds awesome!
@CalicoSkiesSailing Always Welcome! 🔥❤️🔥
great job- thanks for sharing
I have no idea why I am not a patreon of yours anymore. I noticed one day it had just stopped and wanted me to upgrade. I'll have to go back in and redo my membership one of these days. Its so pretty there. I love that someone gifted you a drone! So many good people on the planet! I need to remember that!
huh bummer! Not sure why it would just stop? Sometimes Patreon has issues processing payments :) The community is one of the best aspects of having a youtube channel, we've met some amazing people over the years 💞
Great video as usual. Learned something about old outboard engines.
Thanks! We did too. A deeper dive than we normally go!
Another great video. Wow. Great drone shots. Such beautiful scenery and clear turquoise water. Love it. Love the sound of the birds.
Great narrating. Glad the engine is working. Cool to watch the fix.
Thanks for sharing ❤
We're glad you enjoyed it! We really enjoyed those islands
Gotta love the carb repairs, or at least have a friend that does😊. I rebuilt my Johnson 88 a few years back. Wasn't fun.
Loved the explanation on the Society Islands, makes sense when you out it that way.❤ Good stuff guys! Be well!!
LOL call a friend for carb repairs ha.
nice video.
There is always some sort of boat work to do. A never-ending story. Catch you next week
Yep that's for sure, it never ends!
What a beautiful island. Enjoy sailing along. The photography of the carb rebuild was great. Thank you.
Thanks so much! The South Pacific is just stunning.
You are lucky to have friends with that level of knowledge. Back in the day, the High, Low, and Mixture jets were knobs on the outside of the motor because you would adjust them one way to get started, another to troll and another for high speed. Another fix for the plug wire is to put a wrap or two of stiff wire around the plug and then jam on the plug wire. Baling wire is good. I'd order an ignition coil for it. That bad plug was wet and the coil may be on its last legs also. Check your case seal as random splashes shouldn't be able to get inside.
interesting! its still running a bit rough so maybe a new coil is needed
Whoa guys....this was a fantastic episode! One of your best ever IMO. From the beautiful scenery so well captured and narrated by Grace, to the awesome technical outboard analysis and fix, it had it all. Way to go!! Safe travels and looking forward to the next one!
aww thank you! 💞 A pretty typical mix of the cruising life, beautiful places and boat projects hahha
Nice catch
You surely are blessed to experience such beauty.
It truly is a special place!
Torch tip cleaner or a proper jet drill set are really nice to have to fix carbs. Just go easy as you can make it oversize and then have to replace it. All you need to do is dislodge the junk/varnish/crud from the jet. Ignition wires on outboards are almost consumables. Buy one of the longest wire as a spare.
Very nice video.
Thanks yea we should prob carry new wires! Just had the boots and springs replaced
Nice work on the episode. It you can't find a spring boot for your spark plug. You can crimp or solder on a ring terminal and screw it onto the spark plug. When cleaning jets, always use a tip cleaner softer than the jet. A welding tip cleaner will ruin a jet in one pass.
Very true on the using something softer than the carb to clean the jets. I was using a sewing pin but was advised against that!
Wow how beautiful…thank u 🇨🇦❤
Thanks, the islands are pretty special!
Personal choice, but I would personally always carry a carb rebuild kit + extra spark plug and lower unit seals.
Yep we have a carb kits and spark plugs with us, also impeller and water pump
You see a beautiful garden, I see a beautiful garden + spiders and snakes. 👍🏻 Always be on the lookout for orchids in remote spots…and snakes 😊
Heard nothing but good things about the neighborhood…since Gauguin anyway. Cheers!
LOL
The only thing about sailing is BOAT Bust out another Thousand ,The views, the drone shots the water so clear ,so beautiful thanks for sharing this,
Yep, that's definitely true! 😂
Stunning shots Grace 😊
Thank you!
Awesome video, guys knowledgeable
Yes Michael was a mechanic for years before sailing full time :)
Good video lovely Islands, for me of interest it seems the outboard you have is a Yamaha 9 or 15 hp they are the same outboard. The diffidence as I understand it in hp is only in the carburetor reeds are different, to change the 9 hp to a 15 hp change the reeds. What I like about this segment of the video is the repair detail on your old Outboard. As I have what looks like the same 15hp Yamaha 2 stroke, Thank to your effort I have learned now to clean and repair the carburetor. SV Skoiern IV
Yep that is correct ours is labelled a 9.9 but I bought a new reed valve assembly and made it a 15. We did this prob a decade ago and it's worked out perfectly. This was a bit of a deeper dive than we normally would have to do to get the outboard running :)
Well I am not going to outline all of things that have happened. But Calico Skys has consistently stepped up when the chips were down for others.
aww thank you! We try and help when we can!
Keep that guy around
LOL that's for sure! Great to have around!
LOve the drone shoutout! :)
YES! Thank you! We got some killer shots with it while motoring between the reef and island :) We've been using it over our older drone, seems to have much higher quality imagery!
Groovy episode.
Love the still photos, looked like a post card🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️
Thanks! The South Pacific is just stunning. We've been incorporating some stills into our videos lately
Don’t you just LOVE a good running dinghy.
SO good! it's our wheels. Crazy those old two strokes can run on one cylinder
Great info. Thanks.
You can adjust for the temperature thru the year.
adjust for temperature? For the outboard?
Although I'm sorry to be somewhat negative, I'm moved to point something out. Barry, the Old Seadog, has a number of issues on his boat that cause him strife. When a viewer pointed out that preventative maintenance would have averted a particular problem, his response was that he was too busy fixing things to do maintenance. 🤔
I am disapointed that you would operate that outboard for so many years without referencing the owners manual. If you did, the spark plug issue would never have happened. And possibly the carburetor as well. When all else fails, read the manual.😊
Hey 4437RR, hope you're doing OK. Peace and love x
Boat jobs never end.
Glad your engine is healthy again.
They never do! The old adage of fixing the boat in exotic places is holding true LOL
Outboard issues !! I had the same and finally found the fuel line from the tank had deteriorated. Cleaning out the carby was only a temp fix until it clogged it up again.
Yep been there done that with fuel lines! The fuel quality in the south pacific has been suspect at times as well.
Very interesting episode. Lots of good stuff there with the carburetor repair, the scooter trip around the island, and those beautiful drone shots! Would love to have seen a bit more about vanilla growing and harvesting/processing on Taha'a. Was the scent in that processing area incredible?! 😀
The vanilla smells so good! We have a couple stalks onboard :)
Cutting torch tip cleaners are a good way to clean those jets
I'll have to check that out, never heard of a cutting torch tip
The carb problems are so familiar. I picked up a 1981 Honda motorcycle at an auction in September of 2023 and had to do some work on the carbs (it's got two) to make it work properly. So this is like deja vu to me. I've had to fiddle with a couple 2 stroke outboard motors of my own to get them to work properly. Also, the aerial segments were wonderful! What multi rotor did your patron send you? I would guess a DJI product, but I happen to like Yuneec products. Either way, I enjoyed the images from the sky. It can help so much regarding where the water gets shallow due to reefs and such. They are more of a tool than a toy.
Our new drone is a DJI Air 2s! Yes the view from above is awesome
Yeah, I cut out carbs. Protein is def the better way to go! 🙃
@ silly person! Yea, I think its good to consume proteens but I'm not a cannibal and there are so few young people around here who hold the status of professional.
Brilllllliant ⛵️
Hillbilly fix!! Love it
hahaha you know it! Def not a good fix but what can you do when parts aren't available LOL
Mercury tech told me that the daily use we have on our dinghy leaves a 3 to 5 year life. They don't make em like they used to
Wow thats pretty crazy?! Ours is. 2005 we bought in 2012 or so. We've run it daily for the last 8, almost 9 years
And that my friends, is what is referred to as Motu Engineering
LOL very true!
Fer sher! :)
Oh no it's Fried!
Not sure, it's still running a bit rough, prob will have to do a compression test
@@CalicoSkiesSailing Ha Ha I was referring to the thumbnail; replacing the asterisk with something more PG. BTW that shot of the Hibiscus was beautiful! 😊
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Did high cost of Bora Bora chase you away?
It sort of did yes, could only take moorings and the stay was capped at 48 hours. We really ran out of time on our visa and had to make moves. The days we coulda gone to bora bora was cloudy and we felt that wouldn’t have been the same visually :)
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Hi guys.. 👌
Hi Bill, the most sought after outboard for its efficiency TOHATSU 8HP 4 Strokes. good luck to both of you.
Yes the two strokes do burn a lot of fuel, hard to beat the reliability. I'd love to get a fuel injected Tohatsu 20hp
@CalicoSkiesSailing ¿20hp won't be much? you'll be flying low..🚀 Maybe in Fiji you can find a Tohatsu 9.9 (10hp) 4 strokes...ok good luck to both of you. 👌
@@njbaskipper Our dinghy is rated for a 20hp. We can get 3 people on plane currently, it would be very nice if we could do 4. The 4 strokes will have better fuel efficiency