Loved the video. Great problem solving Shel. We have an 86 Tolly 44 CPMY and it seems you can never anticipate all problems that can come up, but watching you gives us hope.
As with most electronic problems, finding something that thinks it is broken but actually is not, is the most difficult. That "neat" blue catamaran is currently listed for sale on YW, and yes, the pics look like a beautiful and very capable boat
You've learned that too many security blankets (alarms) can be detrimental to effective piloting. The best practice is to have thorough and up-to-the-minute knowledge of the status of your vessel - don't take on water, don't set the boat afire, don't drag anchor, don't run aground - none of these require alarms, just regular attention. Afterthought - Switches on a boat should be of a type and location that precludes accidental throwing.
True, but both up to the minute knowledge and working alarms are good to have as redundancy. Agreed about the switches. Should at least have a cover over the switch as well.
@@SearchingforCShels The reason for my practice regarding most alarms (even engine alarms - gauge monitoring is superior) is that (1) boaters tend to rely on them rather than frequently proving systems, and (2) alarms often fail causing their own problems and needless anxieties (as you've experienced). In my 60 years plus going in all manner of boat and most conditions, I've learned not to have alarms (or automatic stuff other than bilge pumps) aboard. Even on large vessels where inspections are difficult due to geometric considerations, alarms are unnecessary with the availability of reliable crew.
Ya , when boating you have to be an electrician , a mechanic , a pilot , a doctor you name it ........ you’re always on alert but that’s part of the fun !
Great Video guys, Sheldon you are one safe and smart captain, Cyndi you are one great 1st mate. I especially liked the entertainment by the guitar-playing singer. We love you guys.
@@SearchingforCShels yachting, on the other hand, is PAYING someone to perform maintenance and repairs while you enjoy exotic locations! Lots of new moorings here at Hope Town. Many unoccupied, room for a good 20 more boats. Hope your recommissioning not too involved.
Hello guys: great to see you back at it, hope to see you again on a weekly basis. I assume everything's okay with you guys? Thanks for everything you do. Love the videos.
We are Alaskan and want to see all the islands I have to fish around as I'm a commercial fisherman here. So nice to see your videos . Gives me courage to not just dream but do a little something like you too but Alaskan style. Look forward to more videos.
Just found you kids by chance today. Great video, glad you found the problem. I think I'd be finding the one that sold you the boat and ask WHY they didn't fix it before selling the boat or at least tell you about the problem. Well you got me hooked I'll be out here waiting till your next video... Be safe and be blessed in Jesus name... BBE..
Welcome aboard Bobby. Glad you found us. Yes, we wonder the same thing on why didn't the previous owner highlight the issue at least. New video coming tomorrow morning. Cheers!
@@SearchingforCShels I agree. If the previous owner knew about this and it’s cutting both engines that’s not something you keep shut up about. Jeeze. Bypass bypass bypass ......temporarily of course ....
That storm came awfully fast. Thanks for the great tour of Eleuthera, looks like plenty to do. Current cut looks like Hell Gate here in NYC, kind of scary when the current just grabs your boat. Thanks for the great video.
Great video. It shows all we go through when living on a boat. I've also started noticing ear troubles then heart troubles seem to occur. I do hope you are feeling better. Great video and editing.😎⚓🦘
Oh me the trials and tribulations of owning a boat. Been there done that LOL. One time I don't like being on a boat is in storms that is not fun and can be very scary. Sorry you have had all these problems it just part of boat ownership. Glad to see it end on a more positive note for you guys. I'M doing well and start physical therapy April 1st. Hope you haven't had any more problems and are enjoying yourselves!
Great video guys, it is awesome that you show the fun and not so fun realities of cruising. We are 3 weeks away from the early start to our season here in New Brunswick. Can't wait!
I was stressed for you the whole time 😆 Happy to know everything is fine (almost). Do you use alcohol-vinegar for asseptizing-cleaning your ears after diving? Some bad stuff might pile up over time behind your ear drum.
Well, it made for a great suspense filled show! However, Yikes! So, are you saying some jerk sold you this boat in over-ride, knowing it would work as long as it stayed there? That's so wrong, if so. I sure hope you all can get it fixed soon! 💕
The seller was a bit of a tool then. I take it override ride means there’s no fire suppression system that’s going to engage if there’s a fire. That’s not cool not to disclose and I am wondering why the person who surveyed the boat before purchase did not catch that little tid bit that’s really not so little .........
This is from 2019-2020 correct? I thought Covid was keeping you in Canada this year ? Anyway always enjoy tagging along on your adventure as we are again about to start our own on a new to us boat!
Ok Shel. That was pretty long and took about 20 beers to watch but worth it. Did you check the head gaskets? You know that is a joke. Cheers you two! Give Cyndi our love. Bret and Talyn.
Great video I’m in New England so very envious of the weather you’re having although I was boating on my Tollycraft yesterday . I do have a question I noticed on your anchor pulpit you were able to move your anchor roller to the rear in the pulpit how did you get the axle out of the pulpit it looks like the axle was molded in . Thanks for the videos.
Hi James. Thanks. On our boat, with the bottom of the bow pulpit taken off, it was easy to get at the nuts holding the axle on. Then we used a right angle drill to make new holes 3 inches back, we put in stainless steel bushings in the new holes and secured the axle. Your's may be different.
I would like to say Thank You about the wind advisory. I 🙏🙌🥰❤️🔥🌎🤲 that where ever you are and where ever you may go you receive fair good winds in your favor, Thank you 💦😇💦 in 🥰❤️🔥name, Amen and Amen.
We are in the planning phase of cruising life..(hopefully next year) we love the comforts of a power vessel..but would you do a sailboat of you had to do it again..just looking for some guidance..I'm a fan of sailboats but the wife is used to the storage,space and comforts of bigger power boats.. thanks
At this point, for costal cruising and the islands, I think a motor vessel is still for us. We occasionally talk about sail but the room and comfort gets us everytime.
Thank for not hiding the reality of cruising life. So I’m assuming you have diesels with electric cutoffs , is that what the fire suppression cuts off? I’m surprised they do that as normal thinking is if you have a fire you run the engine to such the fire into the engine . Unless they are assuming cutting off the engine cuts the fuel supply . Which makes more sense with gas engines .....but not diesels Cheers Warren
Yes, that is the fire suppression shutdown. If there is a fire in the engine room it is really no use having the engines running. It may make things worse. You could even save your engines if you get to put the fire out before damaging hoses, wires, and belts. once wires, hoses or belts get damaged the engines are going down anyway.
Hey Guys, I was in Eleuthera last week and it was spectacular. Hopefully you made it down to Lighthouse Beach. I love this Island and could frankly retire here.
Cindy and Sheldon....I love your channel. You are one of only a few powerboat cruisers reporting on TH-cam....and very near THE BEST. I have only one problem. Your background music constantly interferes with your NARRATIVE. PLEASE. MUTE THE MUSIC while you are speaking......AND keep the videos coming!
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Who doesn’t like someone focusing on any other negative possibilities, when there’s already an issue to resolve.
Good TROUBLESHOOTING ~ connectivity CONNECTIVITY connectivity..... is everything ! Great show folks !
Thanks Ted! Cheers.
My wife called it, the fire suppression system. We bump the test button all the time, we never bumped it while engines running.
Good call. That was the first time we heard that alarm.
I’ll have to remember that. Thanks again!
Loved the video. Great problem solving Shel. We have an 86 Tolly 44 CPMY and it seems you can never anticipate all problems that can come up, but watching you gives us hope.
As with most electronic problems, finding something that thinks it is broken but actually is not, is the most difficult. That "neat" blue catamaran is currently listed for sale on YW, and yes, the pics look like a beautiful and very capable boat
So happ happ happy to see you posting a video again. Love The Bahamas, and love you two, too!! Take care from Muskoka.
Thanks so much!!
I enjoy every minute of your work. Keep them coming!
Much appreciated!
I love the thinking. Great focus. That’s what it takes to sort out a mystery.
Love your video's, great job getting through all the challenges. Boating is funny that way 🙂
Sure is. 😎👍
"long may your big jib draw." I thought the accent was familiar. Take 'er easy bys. Hopefully, I see you out there one day!
lol 😎👍
You've learned that too many security blankets (alarms) can be detrimental to effective piloting. The best practice is to have thorough and up-to-the-minute knowledge of the status of your vessel - don't take on water, don't set the boat afire, don't drag anchor, don't run aground - none of these require alarms, just regular attention.
Afterthought - Switches on a boat should be of a type and location that precludes accidental throwing.
True, but both up to the minute knowledge and working alarms are good to have as redundancy. Agreed about the switches. Should at least have a cover over the switch as well.
@@SearchingforCShels The reason for my practice regarding most alarms (even engine alarms - gauge monitoring is superior) is that (1) boaters tend to rely on them rather than frequently proving systems, and (2) alarms often fail causing their own problems and needless anxieties (as you've experienced). In my 60 years plus going in all manner of boat and most conditions, I've learned not to have alarms (or automatic stuff other than bilge pumps) aboard. Even on large vessels where inspections are difficult due to geometric considerations, alarms are unnecessary with the availability of reliable crew.
Some really good points Bob. Thanks for that. Valuable opinion for sure.
Ya , when boating you have to be an electrician , a mechanic , a pilot , a doctor you name it ........ you’re always on alert but that’s part of the fun !
Great Video guys, Sheldon you are one safe and smart captain, Cyndi you are one great 1st mate. I especially liked the entertainment by the guitar-playing singer. We love you guys.
Aw thanks!
Cruising is the art of performing maintenance and repairs in exotic locations! Glad to hear you've made your way back to the boat.
Cruising is that for sure. Thanks, it's good to be back.
@@SearchingforCShels yachting, on the other hand, is PAYING someone to perform maintenance and repairs while you enjoy exotic locations!
Lots of new moorings here at Hope Town. Many unoccupied, room for a good 20 more boats. Hope your recommissioning not too involved.
Hello guys: great to see you back at it, hope to see you again on a weekly basis. I assume everything's okay with you guys? Thanks for everything you do. Love the videos.
We will try our best to be regular and weekly. Everything is good here. Thanks for watching.
We are shopping for our boat as we speak. Thanks for the tips.
Have fun!
We are Alaskan and want to see all the islands I have to fish around as I'm a commercial fisherman here. So nice to see your videos . Gives me courage to not just dream but do a little something like you too but Alaskan style. Look forward to more videos.
Just found you kids by chance today. Great video, glad you found the problem. I think I'd be finding the one that sold you the boat and ask WHY they didn't fix it before selling the boat or at least tell you about the problem. Well you got me hooked I'll be out here waiting till your next video... Be safe and be blessed in Jesus name... BBE..
Welcome aboard Bobby. Glad you found us. Yes, we wonder the same thing on why didn't the previous owner highlight the issue at least. New video coming tomorrow morning. Cheers!
@@SearchingforCShels I agree. If the previous owner knew about this and it’s cutting both engines that’s not something you keep shut up about. Jeeze. Bypass bypass bypass ......temporarily of course ....
Hey guys. Glad to hear you are back on the boat. Enjoy! Looking forward to your next adventures. Stay safe.
Thanks so much!
Another great video. I know not fun for you guys but enjoyed your troubleshooting thought process and changing your plans accordingly! Good stuff
Thanks 👍 All in good fun.
Great job guys! I hope all is well with you. GOD speed, JC
All is good here JC. Thanks for checking in.
That storm came awfully fast. Thanks for the great tour of Eleuthera, looks like plenty to do. Current cut looks like Hell Gate here in NYC, kind of scary when the current just grabs your boat. Thanks for the great video.
Thanks for watching Bob! Yes, very similar to Hells Gate.
Guy with the guitar is good!!
The drinking game for this video is slam one each time you hear "current cut".
Thanks for the video and the fire suppression lesson.
LOL
Great video. It shows all we go through when living on a boat. I've also started noticing ear troubles then heart troubles seem to occur. I do hope you are feeling better. Great video and editing.😎⚓🦘
Thanks. Yes, feeling much better. No heart troubles here. 🤞Cheers!
@@SearchingforCShels That's excellent news👏👏
This was an EXCELLENT video! Thank you.
Yaaaa, your good, but is he from the East side or West side of Florida.. because I'm in Tampa and I never seen him before.🙃
Oh me the trials and tribulations of owning a boat. Been there done that LOL. One time I don't like being on a boat is in storms that is not fun and can be very scary. Sorry you have had all these problems it just part of boat ownership. Glad to see it end on a more positive note for you guys. I'M doing well and start physical therapy April 1st. Hope you haven't had any more problems and are enjoying yourselves!
So nice to hear from you again. Yes, all that comes with boat ownership. We try to take it in strides. All the best with the physio.
I love you guys story. I watched all of your videos from 10 years ago. Great content. Keep posting awesome videos.
Thank you for watching all that! We are so glad you enjoy them.
It was Baracuda! Nicest fish you will eat.
Thank˚s sharing, boating is always rock•n•roll.. I hope You Guys get fixed, wish Capt. Wiki from Finland
Hi Wiki from Finland. That's boating! Cheers.
Since we have a Tollycraft this was very helpful regarding the fire suppression system. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Another great video! I really appreciate and enjoy your content!
Safe travels 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊
Thanks so much!
Great video guys, it is awesome that you show the fun and not so fun realities of cruising.
We are 3 weeks away from the early start to our season here in New Brunswick. Can't wait!
Thank you guys! 3 weeks is not long. Have fun!
@@SearchingforCShels You guys should Cruise to Atlantic Canada this summer(pending Covid off course)...the scenery and beaches are amazing.
Cyndi & Shel, So pleased to see your latest video!
Tight Lines!
Alan & Jeanne Cecil
M/V SIGMACHI
(Preparing to launch in mid April..near Baltimore)
Thanks Alan & Jeanne!
Great video yall! Fair winds and following seas
Thanks for watching guys!
This episode was full of adventure, beautiful images and reality, I loved it.. keep going , i hope yo watch another episode soon !
Thank you so much 😀New episode out tomorrow morning.
I was stressed for you the whole time 😆 Happy to know everything is fine (almost). Do you use alcohol-vinegar for asseptizing-cleaning your ears after diving? Some bad stuff might pile up over time behind your ear drum.
LOL Sorry about the stress. Thanks for the tip on ears. We use Dry Ear. Will try your recommendations. Thanks.
Glad to see that you are back and safe. Hopefully it isn’t anything serious.
Thanks James.
Hi Guys! Nice video and production, really enjoyed it! Thank You
Thanks so much!
I would say 5 things.
Weather.
Rations.
Mechanical Failure.
Medical Issues
Pirates (Thieves)
Very nice. Thanks for sharing Capt.
Thanks for watching!
Get Video, thanks. Not every day is perfect but all part of the adventure. Cheers
Thanks, very true!
Glad to see that you are back.
What a suspens
Yay! Nice to see you guys back!
Thanks!
Well, it made for a great suspense filled show! However, Yikes! So, are you saying some jerk sold you this boat in over-ride, knowing it would work as long as it stayed there? That's so wrong, if so. I sure hope you all can get it fixed soon! 💕
Pretty much! 🤷🏻♂️
The seller was a bit of a tool then. I take it override ride means there’s no fire suppression system that’s going to engage if there’s a fire. That’s not cool not to disclose and I am wondering why the person who surveyed the boat before purchase did not catch that little tid bit that’s really not so little .........
Lekker man lekker
This is from 2019-2020 correct? I thought Covid was keeping you in Canada this year ? Anyway always enjoy tagging along on your adventure as we are again about to start our own on a new to us boat!
This is 2019. We are almost caught up to real time. One more episode and we will be putting out current videos. Congrats on the new boat!
Ok Shel. That was pretty long and took about 20 beers to watch but worth it. Did you check the head gaskets? You know that is a joke. Cheers you two! Give Cyndi our love. Bret and Talyn.
LOL
Love these video's......great work
Glad you like them!
Great video I’m in New England so very envious of the weather you’re having although I was boating on my Tollycraft yesterday . I do have a question I noticed on your anchor pulpit you were able to move your anchor roller to the rear in the pulpit how did you get the axle out of the pulpit it looks like the axle was molded in . Thanks for the videos.
Hi James. Thanks. On our boat, with the bottom of the bow pulpit taken off, it was easy to get at the nuts holding the axle on. Then we used a right angle drill to make new holes 3 inches back, we put in stainless steel bushings in the new holes and secured the axle. Your's may be different.
You guys are awesome 👍
Awe thanks so much! You are awesome for saying that.
Big fan of your show
Awe thanks!
I would like to say Thank You about the wind advisory. I 🙏🙌🥰❤️🔥🌎🤲 that where ever you are and where ever you may go you receive fair good winds in your favor, Thank you 💦😇💦 in 🥰❤️🔥name, Amen and Amen.
We are in the planning phase of cruising life..(hopefully next year) we love the comforts of a power vessel..but would you do a sailboat of you had to do it again..just looking for some guidance..I'm a fan of sailboats but the wife is used to the storage,space and comforts of bigger power boats.. thanks
At this point, for costal cruising and the islands, I think a motor vessel is still for us. We occasionally talk about sail but the room and comfort gets us everytime.
I know this is a little old but how do you protect your dingy from crooks while you venture out? I've always wondered
We don't in the Bahamas, unless we are in Nassau. When we feel it is necessary we just have a long lock and lock it to the dock.
Glad you figured it out. Did you add the hard top over the pilot house?
No, we didn't add that. It was installed by a previous owner. We don't know who made it unfortunately.
Thank for not hiding the reality of cruising life. So I’m assuming you have diesels with electric cutoffs , is that what the fire suppression cuts off? I’m surprised they do that as normal thinking is if you have a fire you run the engine to such the fire into the engine . Unless they are assuming cutting off the engine cuts the fuel supply . Which makes more sense with gas engines .....but not diesels
Cheers Warren
Yes, that is the fire suppression shutdown. If there is a fire in the engine room it is really no use having the engines running. It may make things worse. You could even save your engines if you get to put the fire out before damaging hoses, wires, and belts. once wires, hoses or belts get damaged the engines are going down anyway.
Plus if the fire retardant goes off, you don't want the engines to suck that in internally. Would be catastrophic to the engines..
Are you both from Newfoundland if so where may I ask?
Hey Guys, I was in Eleuthera last week and it was spectacular. Hopefully you made it down to Lighthouse Beach. I love this Island and could frankly retire here.
It certainly would be a beautiful place to retire. We didn't get to Lighthouse Beach. Maybe next time.
Wishing you guys the Best!!!!!! I know a lot of Cruisers are returning to the Water........What are your Plans? :)
Thanks! We are going to spend a few months doing much needed boat projects/upgrades.
@@SearchingforCShels Awesome!!!!!
you had a great time, then motor alarms? hot water bottle for the ear.....then tomorrow comes...
so, did you get the override fixed? can you share the problem? inquiring minds would like to know. :-)
Cindy and Sheldon....I love your channel. You are one of only a few powerboat cruisers reporting on TH-cam....and very near THE BEST. I have only one problem. Your background music constantly interferes with your NARRATIVE. PLEASE. MUTE THE MUSIC while you are speaking......AND keep the videos coming!
Thanks for the feedback John. We will try to do better. We appreciate you watching. Cheers.
What type of anchor? Just found your site. Really enjoying.
So glad you found us! The anchor is a Rocna Vulcan. We love it.
Hi there,was wondering how you both are.? ..let us know what your plans are ? We are going home to Newmarket.,Ist week of May
We are great Jeff! We are in Stuart for the short term to work on boat projects. Unknown after that.
Great to hear.....if your travels take you to Dania Beach,let us know,my wife and I would love to meet you both
thks so much for this episode.. one question about Hatchett bay... do you think a 50 feet x 23feet catamaran can enter there..thks in advance
You wouldn't have a problem entering Hatchets Bay with that. Thanks for watching.
Glad your doing ok. Adock at Spanish Wells for $25. Could you share the name.
Thanks. It was Papa Key Docks. You will see it in the next episode.
Rerun?
100
What connections do you have to NL?
Ah... we are from there. 😃😎
@@SearchingforCShels I live there just outside of Corner Brook. U south now or in Ontario.
Why add emotional stress to someone trying to fix something. This is a get off the boat now until it's fixed only going to happen once thing.