Pre-Departure Boat Projects - Part 1 | Sailboat Story 14
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- There's a huge list of boat projects that we must finish before we can launch our Endeavour 32 sailboat!
Kick back and relax - this is a long video. So long in fact, that we're dividing it into 2 parts.
We spend a total of 10 days back in Mayo, MD getting the boat ready to sail away. This video shows the first 5 days of that trip.
That's right folks, we're boat owners! Wow, it feels nuts just to be typing that out right now, but the dream has finally become a reality.
We own a 1979 Endeavour 32! We named it... well, you'll have to wait to find out the name.
Now, it's time to roll up our sleeves and get down to business. Sanding, cleaning, painting, prepping, polishing, waxing, and in other words... preparing for departure.
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I am watching this video on July 6, 2023. I can’t believe how young everyone looks. I really am enjoying catching up from years ago. Keep up the great work.
I love going back in time to compare your boats and your growth in experience and your personal growth too .
We love that you love doing that. So have we made some good progress?
@@Sailboatstory your organizational skills have really progressed and your inventiveness is just crazy . Considering how short a time you all have been at it , you absolute Pros ! I like too that no one of you shrugs off any task . You are great examples for the sailing community .
It was not only fun to be on the adventure of working on the boat but also great to see such a wonderful loving family enjoying working together for a common goal.
Watched your entire search episodes and happy you found your boat ! You folks are awesome and have MUCH more patience than I ! Wish you tons of luck on the vessel and loads of happiness. Ex Navy and Merchant Mariner from Oregon, anchors aweigh !!
hello I've been watching from the beginning and I'm so happy for you guys. Enjoy. Keep up the great work.
Thanks Steve. Things are going well, and we're happy to have you watching. Keep in touch!
I just recently acquired a morgan 35 and you guys have given me hope for my big baby
There's hope! :)
Really enjoy watching your videos! Pay no attention to the thumbs down people, haters will be hating no matter what you do.
Ben PM with your shirt sizes of your family and I will send you Endeavor 32 Tees with your boat name. Largest Boat Apparel Company in the World and also a sailor. Like what you all are doing and gets people motivated to get on the water.
You bet.
Enjoy the way you present the videos. I also saw the concentrating look of Molly as she was doing here letters. I see the same look in Tambi when she is doing things. Looking forward to your next video's. Thank You
Glad you like them Don! Yes, those 2 girls have a lot of little nuances in common.
Not an insult, it is a easy to read book on sailing that I read before sailing my 8.7 Columbia. Best advice you have gotten so far.
"Pulling the fuel tank out is not nearly as much fun as it sounds." I laughed and laughed when hearing that. And when you had mentioned using wall paint for the bottom I shook my head. Believe it, people have done such things. You really got me with that one. Your humor is top notch. I see a wonderful family. Capt Molly is precious.
You guys are doing a great job. On the tanks, You have done better than you possibly know by pulling and cleaning them. Dirty tanks have ruined more than one engine. I do not know anything about the tank liner but as Joe Surfer said below, have that one tank welded or replace it. Also while you are working in there make sure your fuel filters are located where you can check them often and easily. I wish you all many happy days upon your boat.
Got to sub now. Is just me or does this guy remind anyone else of Jim Carrey? Looking forward to more
Dang, you too huh? You're officially the first online viewer to make that connection.
... well, alrighty then.
I thought the same thing, his mannerism are the same
Hey I liked the leaking tank song, I'm Puertorican so rythm is important, and sir you had it..lol
Watch/subscribe to a lot of sailing channels. You are my favorite because you keep it real, are funny as shit and more importantly your love for your wife and her "respect" for your insanity means this is the real deal. As for your daughter, she's the smart one and is plotting on you, cute as a button, watch your back. All the best, God speed.
Thanks very much for that, Fred.
What a great compliment.
Happy that you're enjoying the videos.
We'll continue to keep it real for ya.
-B
Congrats! The boat's looking great so far, and I can tell it'll be amazing by the time you all finish with it.
Whew! It's been a journey already. Thanks for the kind words.
Looking good guys, can't wait for your next update! Thumbs up.
Thanks!
just found you guys we are liveaboards from the UK, we love you guys I think you could be your new favourites, now going to start from the beginning so will see you soon
We appreciate the kind words!
Maybe our paths will cross one day - who knows.
Thanks for watching!
really like your Sailboat Story.
Looks like a rewarding DIY experience for the whole family...
You guys are so cute. Looking forward to watching the rest of your vids
Finally... I'm happy for you. Really enjoying watching you guys.
More like... FIIIIIIIINNNNAAAAAAAAAAAALLLYYYYYYYYY!!!
Haha. Thanks for watching - and good to hear that you like the videos!
Haha. That's exactly what I feel actually. Thanks.
The last part of playing at the fuel tank I really like it, you are a funny family, I love a loot your spirit and your positive altitude, I watch and give like to all of your videos, great job :)
Super ADI thanks so much! Always try to keep it positive.
-Tambi
What's up with all the crosses in your house,...trying to keep out vampire's? Garlic dude,....hasn't anybody ever told you that ?! lol.
Ya know it's a good vid when folks watch it like a rerun. Lol. Love this one even months and months later. Plus I have an Endeavour 32 as well and love it. Love ur channel.
Hey, that's good to hear! That's still our longest video I think.
Ben and Tambi you guys are great and you storytelling is wonderful. Keep it up!
Thanks Jim. Always good to hear, and we appreciate the encouragement!
Congratulations on the boat. You do a great job with your videos. I noticed that your prop shaft looked a little offset to the bearing, might be worth checking it out to see if the bearing needs replacing . Keep up the great videos!
Thanks Greg. Good eye on the prop, I believe all is well with it, but I do know what you are talking about. Please continue keeping an eye out for us. :)
Geat job Ben. You have such a great attitude, and such a great family. I wish you all the luck !!
Really appreciate the compliment - we hope you'll follow the rest of the journey. :)
Great Stuff guys and Congrats on finally being done with the search and getting onto the next phase.
Congrats on finding your sailing vessel. You'll have a blast getting it set up for your needs. You have more energy than I could come up with but I'm twice your age. lol. Have fun, and enjoy this new episode of your adventures.
I figure we put in a solid 100-120 hours of work over the course of that 10 day trip to Maryland. Double that if you count mine and Tambi's time independently. My back still aches - the pain didn't catch up with me until the trip back home, but Tambi and I are both in recovery mode now from all the work we put in, in such a short span of time.
I think she's darn-near ready to go, but there's still lot's of little things that we'll continue to work on along the way. We appreciate the good wishes!
Oh yes. This is now the song of my people: Ow, oooohhhhh, aaaaaahhhhhhh....
looking good .you guys look so happy. gratulations look forward to seeing your future videos
S.S. thank you for these series of videos. I am about to start my sailboat story and watching you start from scratch on an older boat ( she looks very nice) is giving me real motivation as to "How to " and your trails and successes. I am watching your series with real educational interest. ( I am an architect builder and one that used to service my own cars so not afraid of the challenge that you have taken on as having the mental tools)
Thank you thank you thank you! DH
Wonderful family! It's great that you all are involved in cleaning and readying the new boat.
"All for one - one for all."
~ The Godfather.
* Yes, it's definitely a team effort. Having a lot of fun even in the "get ready" phase".
Congratulations ya'll.
Very Nice Job ! Very Though and Detailed . I have fallowed your adventure since you started . You have done this the right way. You and your family will enjoy for years . I have embarked on the same path . I enjoy fallowing your progress. David:
Glad to have you onboard David.
Nicely done. I for one like long videos assuming it isn't fluff. I didn't think there was any young people left that didn't mind getting dirty and working. You're doing a great job with your daughter as well. Looking forward to your adventures. Your patience seems to have paid off. Thank tank sort of looked like somebody had tried to patch it on the outside already. Be safe out there.
Good to hear Sir. Didn't know how a 35 minute video would be received, so relieved to hear that it's been enjoyed.
Hey, like it or not, sometimes you've just got to get dirty and do what it takes to make it happen, right?
Thanks for the compliment on Molly. Very proud of that little lady.
Great video guys..... Wow you're working hard on her, but that's all part of the joys and fun of having a boat...! At least you can do it in the warmth, here in Sweden all those kind of jobs are done in the winter and that's cold as hell.!
Warren
s/y Legend
Great video, Thanks!
Love the videos you've got a very able and positive crew good luck to y'all. Just bought an Endeavor ourselves trying to find information on it. Your videos are very informative thank you keep up the good work
Oh nice! Is your's a 32'?
Magnificent video. Well done! You made great time and most of all very efficient. Ben you have many skills and with your wife helping you will be off sailing soon. She is a big help.
Wow, what a great compliment. Thanks for watching - and you're very right - I wouldn't be able to (or want to) do this stuff without my wonderful ladies helping me out and inspiring the journey.
~ Ben
Hey I just found you all! love the vlogs; please keep up the good work. Because you make our lives better.
John The Limo Driver from Kansas city .
Thanks JTLDFDT.
Congratulations and all the best. Great videos for us to watch and for your family to look back on in the years ahead! Keep it up - the boat is looking amazing! Dave
Congrats!!! Nice boat.
given how adorable and impressive your daughter is I am recommending more kids for your family. Great vids, I subscribed.
Thanks for the compliment, but our boat can barely hold the 2 kids that are on it. (Ben & Molly)
Congrats on the new boat, look forward to your future stories!
Awesome I've been really thinking about buying a sailboat myself.
Do it. Maybe our sailboat search videos could benefit you.
Really look forward to your videos! Thanks so much for documenting your experience.
You bet. Good to hear that you're liking the vids.
Congrats on finding a boat that you are making your own. You have most definitely improved in your video and editing skills. While the longer videos I often have a hard time getting around to watch I stayed up past my bedtime to watch.
Thanks. I enjoy the editing bit. Tambi actually did the editing on the first 3 videos, then I took over after that. Thanks for staying up late to finish the video. That's a nice thing to hear. :)
Ben is obviously a MUCH better video editor than me! :)
-Tambi
At least y'all are able to put out videos regularly, I got side tracked by some family problems and just have not been able to get back to it. At least I did start getting some work done on my boat.
Concerning our regular upload schedule - I hope things stay somewhat regular once we depart. It's coming up soon! I think we have 1 more video that will be an "easy upload", but from there it will be a matter of uploading somehow while we're on the boat. It'll be interesting for sure, but we'll figure it out.
You guys are making go progress.... well done !!
Great job guys! thats a lot of work , My 2 cents on your tanks the boat is fiberglass and no holes in it so if you glass the tanks then no leaks just putting a few layers of matt over them then you wont have to worry. Aluminum is bad for corroding the other tank will leak soon also. course best to make new fiberglass tanks, around $130.00 for 5 gallons resin.
An idea for sure. I'm hoping that with both the interior and exterior treated we should be able to enjoy a long while of leak-free service from the twins.
I have laughed so much my left eye hurts
Great job on the boat and video
Congrats! May you have Fair Winds and Following Seas!!!
Congrats! I bought my boat off Greg (GBS) 2 years ago. Great guy. Those E32's are GREAT boats!
Thanks a ton. We encountered many brokers along our search. All were very disappointing in many different ways except for Greg. You know what - let me throw a little plug his way...
For anyone looking for a broker that specializes in sailboats, who is knowledgeable, helpful, and focused more on finding you the RIGHT boat rather than just selling you anything that floats, get in touch with Greg: www.grabbagsailboats.com/
Thanks for watching our videos - and always good to hear supporting opinions about the quality of the Endeavour 32s.
Congrats! Looks like a project, but you've got a good crew to keep you focused! Now, you've got the "repair the boat" down, but you've got to get to the "exotic locations" part of the definition of a cruiser. LOL
That's funny - but very true.
Aren't all boats projects?
Absolutely. That's why they say Bring Out Another Thousand!! LOL
Four people object to iridescent aviator glasses. 349 people (and counting) love Molly.
Lol, that's funny.
Some people can't handle an advanced sense of fashion. :)
Definitely right about the other 349 though.
I'm happy for you guys! Good Luck!
awesome! congrats
Nice update again... Doing a nice job you guys... Keep up the good fun!
Thanks Harmen - and will do!
Surely the coolest family. Well done guys and congrats on the new floating home
Thanks a ton!
Great video and story!!!!
As a recommendation....I'd still get that pin hole on the leaking fuel tank welded......just one opinion.
A good idea, however the tanks are now treated inside and out and also re-installed at this point.
My thinking on the matter was that if there was 1 pin hole, there were probably other areas that could also be getting thin. Im my mind it made more sense to do the full interior treatment instead of an isolated welding job.
Oh, I knew I was a say late and a dollar short from the get-go. I am just more of a fan of a mechanical bond vs a chemical bond. Fingers crossed that it works well for the long run.
I'm with you. Ideally, I'd really prefer to pull them both and install a larger, single plastic tank - but with our budget being what it is, it felt like a good compromise to seal them up and get on the water.
Awesome. Congratulation!
You have a nice family. Don't risk their safety. Take that tank in and have it welded.
What about my safety? :)
The tanks are now repaired. All is well.
Still, plenty of other ways to get into trouble, but I don't think the tanks will be one of them.
Enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing.
You bet guys. Thanks for watching.
All right~, congrats on the new vessel hope to see you on the water soon.
Stand by, we'll be out there before you know it!
You'll have to get that welded for sure.
don't worry, it's not all work. well yes it's mostly work but hey it's YOUR boat😀!
If your fuel tanks are still out, I would recommend visiting "The Rust Store" online and pick up some Citrisurf 77 or similar stainless steel rust removal/repassivation liquid. Will remove ANY free iron /rust even if it is not visible to the eye and will repassivate or pickle the stainless to recreate the protective layer.
They're reinstalled now, but I'll still keep that product in mind. Sounds useful even outside of the fuel tanks.
Congrats guys! Excited for the adventure!
Thanks Justin. Excited to have you along for the ride. :)
We are setting our 2 year plan to do the same. Cant wait!
It's taken us right at 1 year to go from regular old homeowners with jobs to sailors (kinda) with a sailboat.
That timeline can be shortened up further if you are renting a place to live and can get out easily, or you're located in an area that is close to the water with lot's of sailboats around.
We had neither of those advantages, so it took us a bit longer than what we really wanted.
2 years is the plan. We are located in Michigan right now. If we don't find a boat here we will find one down south. Exciting times and we are looking forward to traveling the world! I own a business so now I am in the process of setting it up so I can walk away and still be able to have the income. To us, sailing/cruising is a lifestyle that we are both seeking in order to change our day to day routine and to get out of the rat race America has become...
We actually made a purchase of a 40ft pearson this summer but backed out due to the broker leading us a different direction. I didn't "love the boat" anyway, so it was best that we wait until we find the right one!
We did a ton of looking in Florida for a sailboat. Very generally speaking, there's a very noticeable difference between the Southern and the Northern boats. The E32 we got spent the vast majority of it's life as a great lakes boat - we think that's a huge part as to why it's been so well preserved. That, and of course, the maintenance it's received from the prior owner.
I too am a business owner - a house flipper. We actually closed a house while away on the trip while we were filming this video. It does take some set up, some forethought, and some objective planning on how to set up a "virtual" business, but it can be done, and I think it's highly complimentary to the cruising lifestyle.
Good on you guys for your plans.
Keep in touch and let us know anything we can do to help you along the way.
Hi I defiantly understand why you bought this boat, I know your in the Bahamas , but the boat did look like it was well loved by the po. The new looking engine is really nice too. Hope it's still working out for you. Cheers Warren
My last boat was a Endeavour 40 center cockpit. Right after purchasing her, I found the 70 g fuel tank to have a leak. The tank resides under the engine in the bilge, so salt water sits there and crevice corrosion happens. Florida marine tanks made the original Endeavour tanks, and are still in business today. I tried first to seal them using marine tex epoxy, and to seal them inside, but in the end decided to just have new tanks made. Aluminum tanks have a finite life span. Best to replace if you can.
I agree that a plastic tank is best.
Our repair has been holding up well though. No leaks!
Keep em coming! Glad I found your Channel from the start, really lookin forward to watch ya refit and progress. :)
Will do Bill. You keep watchin' - we'll keep filmin'.
Very entertaining video's...The Endevours have very few flaws but the fuel tanks are the biggest! You might go ahead and install port openings on them for future cleaning! Also the endeavour owners website is a wealth of information. (i have a 40' endeavour) That folding prop will help push your boat too, these guys are heavy!
Crazy thing about the tanks is that they are new as of 2010. Not even that old!
Congratulations, I love your boat!
Thanks a bunch. We like her as well - especially after gaining so much perspective after 15 other boats and 7000 miles of searching... she's just that much sweeter.
~ Ben
YOUHUHUHUUUUUU ;-) CONGRATULATION, FINALLY ;-)
Wish You very very very much fun with Your new boat !
Much thanks indeed!
Awesome boat! I swear I remember seeing it in Erie PA years ago.
You probably did. It's been all over the place. Up and down the East Coast at least twice (soon to the a 3rd time), and also up in Nova Scotia. Spent most of it's life up North, in fact, I believe the Federal Registration for the boat was for Erie, PA.
Hope you have good luck with that tank seal I never could get it to work. I welded the hole and coated the tank with some stuff the airboats use to coat their boat bottoms with and that was that for my gas tank. Diesel is a pain in the butt.
300 gallons through it so far.
Running like a top!
Sailboat Story Great!!! Where are ya'll from?
Hahahaha the Waaaa Zoooom in the beginning made me LOL.
the name is a seecwit.....so adorable she reminds me of my 7 year old girl. I just found your channel and it looks great. ill subscribe
Where are you guys? I'm having to watch for the second time. Buy that second boat, already!
We're working on it Kevin! Dang it boy! :)
@@Sailboatstory Who's Kevin?
@@kencarter3616 That Freudian slip actually illustrates that we are indeed working on it. Sorry Ken. :) Kevin is that name of a Yacht Broker that I've been in recent correspondence with.
You got me with the "bottom paint"
!)
Glad you appreciate the ridiculousness.
So, will you be at the boat show in Annapolis next month? Be a shame to miss it!Love watching your videos! Enjoying watching the whole family dig in and work to get her ready!
I know, I know. I do think we'll be missing it, unfortunately. It is by choice though. I'm feeling a little pressure with the seasons changing and not wanting to be stuck in the cold. I know we could tough it out, leave a bit later, and still probably end up being alright, but still feeling like playing at safer and going ahead and making some good progress South. Those are my thoughts anyways.
I can see your point, sailing south in the freezing temps is no fun! Hey, I'll have a Painkiller at the boat show for you! If you are stopping in the Hampton/Norfolk VA. area let me know. I have local knowledge and a cold beer...
Alright, will do!
Hi there, congratulations for the boat. Meg's Ultimate compound is a heavy grain polish with fillers that unforunately hides more than it restotes. The 3m is a lighter polish that needs more work (and probably a power polisher) to show its best. But without fillers what you see is what you get. Meg"s UC fillers are not durable at all, especialy in contact with water. Unfortunately...
Wow. You know a lot about polish.
We've still got them both, plus 2 little tubs of wax.
Maybe we'll be waxing and polishing with the dinghy alongside next time.
When the Meguires looks bad in a month, I'll give you credit for knowing your stuff. :)
Nothing fancy about knowing that, as I polish cars and boats since 1984. If you want to learn about detailing techniques and products, here's your link : detailingworld.com/
Thanks!
The white rudder is cute but unless that is white bottom paint then you're going to have a problem with keeping it free of growth. I'd also be very leery of reinstalling a metal tank that has degraded to the point of leaking. Probably better to just replace with a plastic tank of similar dimensions. Fairwinds!
It's ablative paint. White to dissipate heat better, or so I've been told anyways.
Sailboat Story you need bottom paint on it, it's in the water so it will foul up! 👍⛵
Agree with tank being too sketchy in current condition. Needs at minimum tig repairs.
Wax on, wax off. Repeat. Keep up the great work.
Congratulations 🎊
Finally got that boat , eh?! So glad you found one :) Gdonya... For a while I thought ,you'll never find one :)
Oh, we thought the same thing at times as well.
nice video!
Congrats.....:)...
HELL YEA BROTHER
I just found you guy's I can't stop watching the Video's I love them I Have to tell you Tammy you have a twin here in Kansas city MO I am going to get a pic of her and send it to you I am sure your husband will agree with me you two look like the same girl anyhow love the story can't wait to see the next one
Send us a photo. We'll set up a side by side shot and let the viewers decide.
Might be fun. :)
Glad you're enjoying the videos!
You seriously need a machine buffer to get that Gelcoat back into shape. A hand job makes it look good for a week or two.
That's not gelcoat, it's paint. Depending on the kind of paint, there may not be much you can do.
Depending on where you are bugs may eat the shelf paper.
That's typically true, but most discerning bugs will be repelled by the zig zag pattern.
love how funny you guys are. i hope you guys and Wicked Salty somehow meetup.
Well a 34.40 min vlog , lets go
I know! Wasn't sure whether the length would be a good or bad thing, but we had sooo much footage, and we try to keep the videos as current as possible instead of having a backlog of footage to work on.
Grab a (huge) cup of coffee and enjoy!
~ Ben
Coffee it is, will get back to you in about 35 min
love the videos . if ever you make it to kenmare Ireland.
just started watching. you are a funny f,er.... beautiful family, great life your living. keep it up and I will use your link to Amazon sales.
PS...s..s. I think you should grow a mustache while wearing the aviator glasses. might ass week go full Reno 911
Did have a sea trail before you bought,, and a marine survey done before. Purchase
Nope. Self survey.
lol. The german name for french fries is pommes frites, not french fries. You guys make one nice family. Good luck to you all.
Pommes frites is the french name for french fries. Funny that the germans call them the same as the french. Must be french fries after all.
Awesome congrats :)
Congratulations team :)
Thank you, thank you.