When most people watch something by themselves they normally don't physically show emotion, but when I watch your videos, I find myself smiling and i don't know how many people and exes say im emotionless. All three of you are awesome. Love the new stowaway you have aboard for this passage. Keep rockin
I'm in my early 70s, and spent most of my working life in various parts of technology industries. I keep looking at your videos and marvelling at how fast the world has changed. Only in my grandfather's day, people who wanted to see the world would get a boat, just like you two did, work on it, get it ready for sea, just like you two did, and there the similarity would end. They would wave goodbye to their family and head out to sea. Their family would not hear from them until they reached the other side of the passage and could send mail. Or maybe they wouldn't hear from them at all. If the voyage went pear-shaped no one would know what happened to them, except they didnt arrive in Capetown or whever they were pointed. Now here you are, asking for technical help with your autopilot from thousands of people watching every day. It's amazing to me. and Exciting. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us.
42:33 I’ve been following Nick Zentner, a professor at CWU in Ellensburg WA, and he asks that everyone write their questions in ALL CAPS so they’re easier to find. His livestreams typically have ~900 +/- followers and he will answer in real time because they’re easy to spot. As a lifelong technical support person, I would advise that whenever you have an unexpected event, especially like a tripped breaker or leaking fluid, trouble shoot the cause BEFORE addressing the symptom. ~Greg~
Brett you can use engine oil mate. Only use as much as you need and when you get to land just empty out the reservoir and replace the oil. It won’t hurt the system short term. Hope that helps stay safe guys
As the past Head of the GM Engineering Library, and contract Librarian at the US EPA National Vehicle and Fuels Emissions Laborarory Library, Brett, you want an incompressible oil that is as close in viscosity to the normally specified hydraulic oil specified for the system. Understand? Pilot you! Oil. Same SAE Spec as possible. Keep a close eye on that system. Monitor it regularly. ;-) Automatic Transmission FLUID is hydraulic fluid. Transmission OIL is lubrication oil. Hydraulic to hydraulic mix is likely the best mix.
@@DBartWesti forgot to add in to my comment about hand tighten the hydraulic pump..being it turn to tighten up which means it probably used a strap wrench for that, you can use a belt or serpentine belt you have by just wrapping around the cylinder, put pressure on it and use that to get a bit more turns to tighten the cylinder seal up. Don't go overboard to where you might crush or dent it. We don't know how thick it is. See ya on the next airing.❤
@@DBartWest It is common practice in mining industry to not use hydraulic oil (expensive) but use engine oil SAE 10, SAE 20 or SAE 30 with the lowest API rating
Ayanna if possible use 2 ziplock baggies, put one inside the other and fill it with ice, wrap a wash cloth or hand towel around it and apply it to your neck. You can try, acetaminophen, pain relievers, heat and a massage. Twist or wind up a towel and wrap it around your neck for support. I was in an mva & knocked over 1/10 of a mile from the point of impact, major neck damage. Good luck. 👍🙏😎✌️
Engine oil or transmission fluid is your best bet If you REALLY need to top it off. (gear oil will work but is much harder to clean out of the system and hard on the pump itself) You will need to flush it clean when you get a chance but it will get you to where you need to go. As a reference I have 25 yr's as marine engineer under my belt working in the Pacific ocean and Bering sea.
I wouldn’t try vegetable oil, it has a much lower flash point and can start fire if the pump is getting hot, I agree with @revtoyota a transmission fluid would probably be your closest substitute
Maybe marine hydraulic oil is different. If you combine R&O 32 or 46 hydraulic oil with ISO 220 or 460 gear oil you are going to make a peanut butter looking emulsion. I have 30+ years in industrial maintenance experience and learned the hard way when I was young and dumb. I topped a gear box off with hydraulic fluid because I though oil was oil.
No better ad for Starlink than your ability to upload on your crossing. One of the best safety devices - perhaps ought to be a default item for any boats making any kind of offshore passage.
My husband, Jim, said to tell you he has used cooking oil in logging hydraulics before. Also, just a reminder that hydraulic fluid can catch fire. Oil in bottom of outboards will work, Take screw out and drain it. Love your videos. We are in Kettle Falls, Washington State.
I’ve seen plenty of industrial hydraulics that use vegetable oil (specifically peanut oil) as sop. Don’t want anything too thick. Engine oil would be fine as well.
Good for Jade calling out the lack of life jacket, it is vital that no one ever feels uncomfortable doing so. It is easy to overlook, rush or just not have full awareness of your own actions and it would only takes a misstep and the consequences are serious.
I think it's the sound that also makes this so immersive. It's super calming and nice not having any fast cuts and music in any of this and actually just being with you all. The sound of the waves, the quiet between conversation. It makes it feel so much more real for a viewer. Just fantastic and thanks so much for the hard work going into these ❤
I love you guys. You always make me smile and laugh. I'm a hydraulic mechanic with 25 years of experience. I'd recommend engine oil first, then whatever oil after that, starting with the thinnest first. DO NOT USE DIESEL! It will ruin the seals in the system. They're not meant for diesel or gas. I laughed so hard when Bret said he uses hydraulic oil to moisturize his skin. As I said, I was a hydraulic mechanic for 25 years. I also love to dance. On several occasions, I had women tell me that I had the softest hands of any man they had ever met. They would undoubtedly ask what I used to keep my hands so soft, especially being a mechanic. I would laugh and tell them, "I use hydraulic oil!", to their shock. They always thought I was just joking but I really wasn't. Spending 7+hours soaked in hydraulic oil will make your hands soft. However it probably isn't really good for you. Lol Well please stay safe out there. I'd like to meet you guys if you ever make it to the Texas coast.
If you put a couple bay leaves in your rice and flour it will keep the weevils out. It doesn't change the flavor either. You can also put some in your pantry or storage compartment to prevent them from making a home there. Garlic also works well but would be best in the compartment not the containers as it will change the flavor. The bay leaves can be fresh or dried It works for roaches and other pesky bugs as well. I love watching your videos and have been watching from the beginning. My son and I are selling everything and buying a sailboat right now.
Hey I love watching you guys on the sea it's nice to wake up with nothing around you and to go to bed with nothing around you but water love you guys ❤
“Also her watch battery”😂 love it Hey for your next Q&A can you explain your glass cockpit? You likely have a lot of non sailors, a lot of mast sight sailors, and some curious pilots. Hopefully you get a B&G or Garmin sponsorship.
It is a Mutual Benefit!! Good Sailors utilise Intelligence , which makes the difference! As as Experienced Sea + Atlantic Ocean Sailor I Appreciation In Time Knowledge Which B+G have capability! Indeed, I would like to have a B+G Mutual Co Operation agreement ! Which work benefit Us Both! It is MutualCoOperation + Benefit! So B+G reach Out and We May Help Each Other on a Round The World Sailing Adventure!
Been a manager of oil change shops for over 15yrs you can use engine oil or gear oil for the time being just to top it off but flush the system when you arrive and love the daily updates but you should do lives and aynann should stay forever she is awsome
I am playing catch up on your series. While listening to this recording I was listening to the ocean sounds. Realized it would be amazing to just listen to the sounds of the ocean as you're slicing through the swells. Thank you for your fantastic recording and raw footage.
Use the fluid that you have with the least viscosity. Hydraulic fluid is usually around a 32 weight so motor oil or transmission fluid will work, especially as a top up fluid.
Have you ever thought about going to Newfoundland? it is the best place in the world Very friendly people. The Newfies will take you in and show you a great time.
Windvane would be a handy. Also be nice to have a boatwork video of the install. (Assuming there will be some boatwork videos after the crossing for the autopilot and some othermbits and bobs)
Ham radio would give you more options on things to do while on a long passage. You could talk to people 1000s of miles away. Good way to pass the time.
We are getting so spoiled with the daily videos! I'm enjoying them so much! Something to look forward to every evening.Thank you for all the effort you are putting into it to post them for us!
The best treatment for muscle pain is alternate of ice and heat. Use 15-20 minutes of ice and then switch it to 15-20 min of heat. Keep your neck in a neutral position where you feel no pain for 90 seconds.
You guys are braver than me! Seeing that pushpit open with none of you wearing tethers gives me the willies! 😱 Looks like a lovely sail though! jealous!
Well done on the hydraulic awareness. We can often be late to the game with that kind of thing. It is most often the most logical and weakest link. Regards
Truly enjoying these daily crossing videos. Love all the water shots. I am retired on a fixed income; I want to thank you both for sharing all the videos with everyone, and I want to thank your patreons for doing what I can't. Thank you.
GDay Brett and Jade, in a vehicle, ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid is also commonly used in Power Steering. Years ago I was informed that ATF is basically similar to water but has properties to prevent corrosion. Water does not compress. My first reaction when I just saw the issue in this video, use your reverse osmosis filtered water to top it up and resolve it when you make port. But I just noticed you found what looks like could be the main body was loose and leaking. I will continue watching, only started watching your Expedition Evans videos about a week ago. WELL DONE with what you both have accomplished so far that I have seen... The understanding that you both and Dingo and Penny have is simply amazing!
Can you guys talk a bit about your battery management so far? Have you had to run the engine at all or a generator to top up the batteries? Has your solar gotten you to 100% by the end of the day with the autopilot, all the instruments, computers and phones running all day? Thanks!
What a great escape you three are, always enjoy your videos from the beginning, this is the best time of your lives, enjoy every minute of it. Thanks for sharing, safe travels.
brett i admire your resilient nature of fixing things on the fly. im 55yo i would expect nothing less from you being a pilot safe travels and god speed! oh on another note... Has to be the best passage ever with the 2 most beautiful girls ever! ... reminds me of my younger years...
I did my first South Atlantic crossing in 1996. We were also three on board and the watch system used was five watches per 24 hour period . Three 4 hour watches during the night and two 6 hour watches during the day. That gave everybody a 12 hour day time off every 3rd day and always a different night watch period. it worked fine and there was no fatigue or sleep deprivation of any kind. I have done there after 4 more crossings of the North Atlantic under different circumstances and in different boats always with more crew and a different captain every time. It worked as well. my boat was a lot less sophisticated but did up to 186 NM in a 24 hour period. was absolutely fantastic.
fun fact! in the same time period that you sailed over to the Azores, I was in Spain on holiday, we had great weather throughout the period from 24 June to 8 July. I've only seen the episode up to and including day 4 so I'm crossing my fingers that you have good sailing weather ahead. We wish you good wind and good weather on the voyage ahead :)
You guys are incredibly mature and knowledgeable. Very impressive. I have no sailing background (aside from sailing merit badge, Bret). But I’m really enjoying the videos! Be safe, and happy travels!!
Trick for making potatoes,take 2-4lbs of Yukon gold potatoes put them in a pressure cooker. Not sure if a insta pot is high enough pressure but then put in 2 or 3 bulbs of garlic an an onion of your choice I use Spanish/yellow. A true pressure cooker will cook the potatoes and everything else 90% and will store for over 2 weeks because of the high temperature. The garlic will be like butter and will store for a very long time. 20-25 minutes in cooker.
Hey guys, remember when you were talking about you were disappearing from peoples TH-cam channel well, you guys did for the longest time now now, every time I turn on my TH-cam you’re there ha ha ha ha ha loving it very entertaining fun, and just a little little bit of learning not enough to give me a headache thank you keep up the good work guys love it
This format makes me feel like I'm there in the cockpit/salon with you. Someone will be speaking to another of you then someone will just turn toward the camera and speak directly to me ;)
I have followed you guys from day one and have enjoyed all of your videos but the last 4 days has been terrific. You could not have picked a more perfect person to go with you than Ayanna. She is so cute and funny. I look forward to the rest of the passage. Be safe.
Consider cleaning up any leaked fluid really well and placing an oil absorbing pad underneath so you can easily detect if there is still any leaking going on. Love you guys ❤
I’ve read that autopilot failure is one of the big reasons for people abandoning a boat. People just get exhausted hand steering across an ocean. Two ideas that you’ve no doubt already thought of. Carry more spare fluids and if a system is leaking fluid don’t just top it off, check where the leak is coming from. Fair winds.
Aiyana's spirit and energy are amazing :-)! Love the marine biologist input! Plus love seeing you getting on so well and having so much fun! For Aiyana's neck - POLICE - Pain relief (Paracetamol/acetaminophen, opitmal loading - so gentle stretching - so gentle stretching, try to move it not stretching ("resting") it will make the spasm worse in the long term. Ice - probably doesn't actually do much but you can try it, compression you can't really do for necks and elevate - also happens anyway. One thing that does work but is quite painful - friction massage, find the painful part of the muscle and grind down on it with your forearm/elbow bone in circles - essentially you're stretching it, it hurts (really!) but it does relax the muscle and improves better. Enjoy! Amazing that you have swimsuit weather at the same latitude as the Titanic sank! I don't know why marine toilets don't have a lug and socket at the side opposite to the hinge to provide the seat with better stability - putting all that stress on the hinge in a seaway seems stupid!
In order of preference. 1- Transmission fluid 2- Mineral oil 3- Canola oil 4- In total emergency you can use any oil, but there will be damaging consequences, but it should get you to your destination. Resort to manual steering. I have crossed the Atlantic twice with no auto pilot. It is brutal; but that's how things were done back in the days!!! It's a good thing you are not fighting 20' plus seas!
When most people watch something by themselves they normally don't physically show emotion, but when I watch your videos, I find myself smiling and i don't know how many people and exes say im emotionless. All three of you are awesome. Love the new stowaway you have aboard for this passage. Keep rockin
I'm in my early 70s, and spent most of my working life in various parts of technology industries. I keep looking at your videos and marvelling at how fast the world has changed. Only in my grandfather's day, people who wanted to see the world would get a boat, just like you two did, work on it, get it ready for sea, just like you two did, and there the similarity would end. They would wave goodbye to their family and head out to sea. Their family would not hear from them until they reached the other side of the passage and could send mail. Or maybe they wouldn't hear from them at all. If the voyage went pear-shaped no one would know what happened to them, except they didnt arrive in Capetown or whever they were pointed. Now here you are, asking for technical help with your autopilot from thousands of people watching every day. It's amazing to me. and Exciting. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us.
42:33 I’ve been following Nick Zentner, a professor at CWU in Ellensburg WA, and he asks that everyone write their questions in ALL CAPS so they’re easier to find. His livestreams typically have ~900 +/- followers and he will answer in real time because they’re easy to spot.
As a lifelong technical support person, I would advise that whenever you have an unexpected event, especially like a tripped breaker or leaking fluid, trouble shoot the cause BEFORE addressing the symptom. ~Greg~
Brett you can use engine oil mate. Only use as much as you need and when you get to land just empty out the reservoir and replace the oil. It won’t hurt the system short term. Hope that helps stay safe guys
Thanks for that answer Corey. I knew there had to be someone out there who knows.
As the past Head of the GM Engineering Library, and contract Librarian at the US EPA National Vehicle and Fuels Emissions Laborarory Library,
Brett, you want an incompressible oil that is as close in viscosity to the normally specified hydraulic oil specified for the system. Understand? Pilot you! Oil. Same SAE Spec as possible.
Keep a close eye on that system. Monitor it regularly.
;-)
Automatic Transmission FLUID is hydraulic fluid. Transmission OIL is lubrication oil. Hydraulic to hydraulic mix is likely the best mix.
@@DBartWesti forgot to add in to my comment about hand tighten the hydraulic pump..being it turn to tighten up which means it probably used a strap wrench for that, you can use a belt or serpentine belt you have by just wrapping around the cylinder, put pressure on it and use that to get a bit more turns to tighten the cylinder seal up. Don't go overboard to where you might crush or dent it. We don't know how thick it is. See ya on the next airing.❤
@@DBartWest It is common practice in mining industry to not use hydraulic oil (expensive) but use engine oil SAE 10, SAE 20 or SAE 30 with the lowest API rating
10w30 motor oil will be best
I’m obsessed with these videos every day. This is epic!!!!!
Same Same!!
Me too!!! And the PredictWind link
@@gra6276 have you downloaded the app? I think their boat is actually listed as SAM.
No doubt about it Ayanna has every one flying over the Rainbow.
Ayanna if possible use 2 ziplock baggies, put one inside the other and fill it with ice, wrap a wash cloth or hand towel around it and apply it to your neck. You can try, acetaminophen, pain relievers, heat and a massage. Twist or wind up a towel and wrap it around your neck for support. I was in an mva & knocked over 1/10 of a mile from the point of impact, major neck damage. Good luck. 👍🙏😎✌️
Engine oil or transmission fluid is your best bet If you REALLY need to top it off. (gear oil will work but is much harder to clean out of the system and hard on the pump itself) You will need to flush it clean when you get a chance but it will get you to where you need to go. As a reference I have 25 yr's as marine engineer under my belt working in the Pacific ocean and Bering sea.
try vegetable oil
I wouldn’t try vegetable oil, it has a much lower flash point and can start fire if the pump is getting hot, I agree with @revtoyota a transmission fluid would probably be your closest substitute
Maybe marine hydraulic oil is different. If you combine R&O 32 or 46 hydraulic oil with ISO 220 or 460 gear oil you are going to make a peanut butter looking emulsion. I have 30+ years in industrial maintenance experience and learned the hard way when I was young and dumb. I topped a gear box off with hydraulic fluid because I though oil was oil.
Agree with transmission fluid. Many steering systems list ATF (automatic transmission fluid) as an acceptable substitute in case of emergencies.
Veg oil mixing with mineral oil doesn't sound a great idea.
No better ad for Starlink than your ability to upload on your crossing. One of the best safety devices - perhaps ought to be a default item for any boats making any kind of offshore passage.
“Also her watch battery” *smurks* Brett, the Deadpan God Emperor of this episode. What you did there sir, I seen’t it. BRAVO 😂😂😅😅😅😂😂😂
Thank you for making him wear his life jacket!
My husband, Jim, said to tell you he has used cooking oil in logging hydraulics before. Also, just a reminder that hydraulic fluid can catch fire. Oil in bottom of outboards will work, Take screw out and drain it. Love your videos. We are in Kettle Falls, Washington State.
Great idea! I was just about to suggest same. Thanks Jim.
Wow, great idea, 👍
I’ve seen plenty of industrial hydraulics that use vegetable oil (specifically peanut oil) as sop. Don’t want anything too thick. Engine oil would be fine as well.
Good for Jade calling out the lack of life jacket, it is vital that no one ever feels uncomfortable doing so. It is easy to overlook, rush or just not have full awareness of your own actions and it would only takes a misstep and the consequences are serious.
I think it's the sound that also makes this so immersive. It's super calming and nice not having any fast cuts and music in any of this and actually just being with you all. The sound of the waves, the quiet between conversation. It makes it feel so much more real for a viewer. Just fantastic and thanks so much for the hard work going into these ❤
Just take a note on your present heading in your compass and make sure the sun is in front of you in the mornings. You cannot miss Europe.
Except that the sun is in the southwest at 40N latitude. They'd miss Europe, I believe.
I love you guys. You always make me smile and laugh. I'm a hydraulic mechanic with 25 years of experience. I'd recommend engine oil first, then whatever oil after that, starting with the thinnest first. DO NOT USE DIESEL! It will ruin the seals in the system. They're not meant for diesel or gas.
I laughed so hard when Bret said he uses hydraulic oil to moisturize his skin. As I said, I was a hydraulic mechanic for 25 years. I also love to dance. On several occasions, I had women tell me that I had the softest hands of any man they had ever met. They would undoubtedly ask what I used to keep my hands so soft, especially being a mechanic. I would laugh and tell them, "I use hydraulic oil!", to their shock. They always thought I was just joking but I really wasn't. Spending 7+hours soaked in hydraulic oil will make your hands soft. However it probably isn't really good for you. Lol
Well please stay safe out there. I'd like to meet you guys if you ever make it to the Texas coast.
If you put a couple bay leaves in your rice and flour it will keep the weevils out. It doesn't change the flavor either. You can also put some in your pantry or storage compartment to prevent them from making a home there. Garlic also works well but would be best in the compartment not the containers as it will change the flavor. The bay leaves can be fresh or dried It works for roaches and other pesky bugs as well. I love watching your videos and have been watching from the beginning. My son and I are selling everything and buying a sailboat right now.
The life jacket scene was such a caring loving moment between you.
@8:00 LOL! wtf were u thinking, no jack, no pfd.
You're killin' me. Those potatoes look awesome,, I want, I want.
Somewhere over the rainbow ( well done Iona)
Sorry if I have spelt your name right
Transmission oil. Marvelous weather, so fortunate.
Thank you! 🐙⛵🎏
Thanks!
You guys have the opportunity to do the funniest thing when going by the Titanic, you guys should do the "I'm flying" scene at the bow.
Hey I love watching you guys on the sea it's nice to wake up with nothing around you and to go to bed with nothing around you but water love you guys ❤
“Also her watch battery”😂 love it
Hey for your next Q&A can you explain your glass cockpit? You likely have a lot of non sailors, a lot of mast sight sailors, and some curious pilots.
Hopefully you get a B&G or Garmin sponsorship.
It is a Mutual Benefit!! Good Sailors utilise Intelligence , which makes the difference!
As as Experienced Sea + Atlantic Ocean Sailor I Appreciation In Time Knowledge Which B+G have capability! Indeed, I would like to have a B+G Mutual Co Operation agreement ! Which work benefit Us Both! It is MutualCoOperation + Benefit! So B+G reach Out and We May Help Each Other on a Round The World Sailing Adventure!
Somewhere over the rainbow! 👍🏻👍🏻
Been a manager of oil change shops for over 15yrs you can use engine oil or gear oil for the time being just to top it off but flush the system when you arrive and love the daily updates but you should do lives and aynann should stay forever she is awsome
love it when the wind floats your dogs ears
I am playing catch up on your series. While listening to this recording I was listening to the ocean sounds. Realized it would be amazing to just listen to the sounds of the ocean as you're slicing through the swells. Thank you for your fantastic recording and raw footage.
Im 59 and disabled. I'm loving these daily videos. Thanks for bringing me along.
Use the fluid that you have with the least viscosity. Hydraulic fluid is usually around a 32 weight so motor oil or transmission fluid will work, especially as a top up fluid.
Knitting on the boat is very clever. A real savior for long and boring roads.
Some wer over the rainbow on the ukulele not a bad song and the dog loves it to love your channel don't stop ok❤👍👍💯
Very proficient job crocheting. The pattern is concise and consistent. The fabric drape is flattering. Color choice right on your wheel. Great job!
I can’t with jade lol she is just so sweet and adorable lol such a bright soul
Sleep is a pure blessing! 8 hours 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼.
Somewherrrre....over the rainbow...🎶🎵
Have you ever thought about going to Newfoundland? it is the best place in the world Very friendly people. The Newfies will take you in and show you a great time.
Windvane would be a handy. Also be nice to have a boatwork video of the install. (Assuming there will be some boatwork videos after the crossing for the autopilot and some othermbits and bobs)
Ayanna’s somewhere over the rainbow ❤, if it hurts when you do it stop. Agree ice, heat and message. Nice passage.
Over the rainbow on the Ukulele. Another fantastic day, keep the dailies coming.
If you play somewhere over the rainbow then Jade needs to accompany it by singing it!
Ham radio would give you more options on things to do while on a long passage. You could talk to people 1000s of miles away. Good way to pass the time.
With the entire ocean as a ground plane you can get some serious DX
Everytime I watch you guy all I can think about is your video of the fiberglass repairs what a journey.
We are getting so spoiled with the daily videos! I'm enjoying them so much! Something to look forward to every evening.Thank you for all the effort you are putting into it to post them for us!
I have started looking forward to these every day.
9:00 cast iron pan struggles! (we only use cast ion pans fyi, they are great)
The best treatment for muscle pain is alternate of ice and heat. Use 15-20 minutes of ice and then switch it to 15-20 min of heat. Keep your neck in a neutral position where you feel no pain for 90 seconds.
"The sisters" are gorgeously alike, fun to watch, laughter al day, I love them, OsoYolo, Anitgua Guatemala.
You guys are braver than me! Seeing that pushpit open with none of you wearing tethers gives me the willies! 😱
Looks like a lovely sail though! jealous!
Much love 💘 Ianna 💘 😻 💜 💛 💚 🧡 hope you feel better soon
Well done on the hydraulic awareness. We can often be late to the game with that kind of thing. It is most often the most logical and weakest link. Regards
Truly enjoying these daily crossing videos. Love all the water shots. I am retired on a fixed income; I want to thank you both for sharing all the videos with everyone, and I want to thank your patreons for doing what I can't. Thank you.
Captain Jacqueline sparrow jumps in the picture during q and a. Gorgeous. The glasses, bandana, and braids.
At 13:41 I'm glad that was just air in the line and not a result of your breakfast cooking....Lol I'm enjoying the ride as usual....
Good on you Jade SAFETY FIRST life jacket !!!!! Stay Safe
Aiyana is a gift. What a great choice for crew. 👍🏻
Watch out for Orca`s if your near Straits of Gibralter - they have a taste for Rudders lately lol
GDay Brett and Jade, in a vehicle, ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid is also commonly used in Power Steering. Years ago I was informed that ATF is basically similar to water but has properties to prevent corrosion. Water does not compress. My first reaction when I just saw the issue in this video, use your reverse osmosis filtered water to top it up and resolve it when you make port. But I just noticed you found what looks like could be the main body was loose and leaking. I will continue watching, only started watching your Expedition Evans videos about a week ago. WELL DONE with what you both have accomplished so far that I have seen... The understanding that you both and Dingo and Penny have is simply amazing!
The sound of the boat moving through the water is totally mesmerizing, takes me back to the ocean sailing I have done, fabulous episode, thank you!
I was thinking the same thing, the waves had me in a trance.
I'm over the rainbow with this one. Fair sails.
vegetable oil will work and will not affect seals, some petroleum based oils can affect o rings and seals depending on their materials.
Can you guys talk a bit about your battery management so far? Have you had to run the engine at all or a generator to top up the batteries? Has your solar gotten you to 100% by the end of the day with the autopilot, all the instruments, computers and phones running all day? Thanks!
What a great escape you three are, always enjoy your videos from the beginning, this is the best time of your lives, enjoy every minute of it. Thanks for sharing, safe travels.
I'm glad you (Jade) made Brett put on a life jacket to change the propane.
Enjoyed the Q & A. Knitting in the middle of the ocean! It's amazing!
brett i admire your resilient nature of fixing things on the fly. im 55yo i would expect nothing less from you being a pilot safe travels and god speed! oh on another note... Has to be the best passage ever with the 2 most beautiful girls ever! ... reminds me of my younger years...
Good catch. Jade, catching Bret-before he went on the Sugar Scoop without his vest.
I dream of a transatlantic crossing. I sincerely appreciate you bringing us along.
same!
I graduated to warning boat life after an obsession with tiny houses an shipping container hoses!
I heard a silent "Yes Dear" with that forgotten life jacket on the sugar scoop. hahaha
Ayanna was picking Somewhere Over the Rainbow 🌈 very good for only 3 weeks!
Nice,stay safe love the puppies❤❤❤❤ oh and love you guys also! 🤣😂
I did my first South Atlantic crossing in 1996. We were also three on board and the watch system used was five watches per 24 hour period . Three 4 hour watches during the night and two 6 hour watches during the day. That gave everybody a 12 hour day time off every 3rd day and always a different night watch period. it worked fine and there was no fatigue or sleep deprivation of any kind. I have done there after 4 more crossings of the North Atlantic under different circumstances and in different boats always with more crew and a different captain every time. It worked as well. my boat was a lot less sophisticated but did up to 186 NM in a 24 hour period. was absolutely fantastic.
Best video yet , You're so chilled in front of the camera with the sound of the ocean in the background..... Loved it.
✌️💙🎵 From STL MO
made this trip a few times in the early 70s so far you have had great weather and of course many luxuries a bit jealous lol enjoy
Somewhere over the rainbow!!! 😊
fun fact! in the same time period that you sailed over to the Azores, I was in Spain on holiday, we had great weather throughout the period from 24 June to 8 July. I've only seen the episode up to and including day 4 so I'm crossing my fingers that you have good sailing weather ahead. We wish you good wind and good weather on the voyage ahead :)
You can use fresh water in a pinch but you will need to flush the system when you get more fluid.
You guys are incredibly mature and knowledgeable. Very impressive. I have no sailing background (aside from sailing merit badge, Bret). But I’m really enjoying the videos! Be safe, and happy travels!!
Transmission oil with 10 to 15 % addition of diesel will work fine.
Trick for making potatoes,take 2-4lbs of Yukon gold potatoes put them in a pressure cooker. Not sure if a insta pot is high enough pressure but then put in 2 or 3 bulbs of garlic an an onion of your choice I use Spanish/yellow. A true pressure cooker will cook the potatoes and everything else 90% and will store for over 2 weeks because of the high temperature. The garlic will be like butter and will store for a very long time. 20-25 minutes in cooker.
Hey guys, remember when you were talking about you were disappearing from peoples TH-cam channel well, you guys did for the longest time now now, every time I turn on my TH-cam you’re there ha ha ha ha ha loving it very entertaining fun, and just a little little bit of learning not enough to give me a headache thank you keep up the good work guys love it
Her goal should be to learn Sublimes Santoria (heard that for a sec when they were working out)before you finish the crossing
Wow, another video… I feel like I am crossing the ocean, thanks so much for sharing! Expedition Evans is the bomb!!!
This format makes me feel like I'm there in the cockpit/salon with you. Someone will be speaking to another of you then someone will just turn toward the camera and speak directly to me ;)
I have followed you guys from day one and have enjoyed all of your videos but the last 4 days has been terrific. You could not have picked a more perfect person to go with you than Ayanna. She is so cute and funny. I look forward to the rest of the passage. Be safe.
Brett: "... So is her watch." LOL!
Consider cleaning up any leaked fluid really well and placing an oil absorbing pad underneath so you can easily detect if there is still any leaking going on. Love you guys ❤
BTW, LOVE the question and answer part of your video too. :)
So relatable, keeping advil next to the spices
Thanks for starting the Rice recipe, we appreciate that.
I know I'm a bit late, but Ayanna that was definitely somewhere over the rainbow!
I’ve read that autopilot failure is one of the big reasons for people abandoning a boat. People just get exhausted hand steering across an ocean. Two ideas that you’ve no doubt already thought of. Carry more spare fluids and if a system is leaking fluid don’t just top it off, check where the leak is coming from. Fair winds.
Aiyana's spirit and energy are amazing :-)! Love the marine biologist input! Plus love seeing you getting on so well and having so much fun! For Aiyana's neck - POLICE - Pain relief (Paracetamol/acetaminophen, opitmal loading - so gentle stretching - so gentle stretching, try to move it not stretching ("resting") it will make the spasm worse in the long term. Ice - probably doesn't actually do much but you can try it, compression you can't really do for necks and elevate - also happens anyway. One thing that does work but is quite painful - friction massage, find the painful part of the muscle and grind down on it with your forearm/elbow bone in circles - essentially you're stretching it, it hurts (really!) but it does relax the muscle and improves better. Enjoy! Amazing that you have swimsuit weather at the same latitude as the Titanic sank! I don't know why marine toilets don't have a lug and socket at the side opposite to the hinge to provide the seat with better stability - putting all that stress on the hinge in a seaway seems stupid!
Love the daily videos guys. My dream is yours come true.
Love your everyday stream Crossing!!
I loooooove this!!!!!! ❤
In order of preference.
1- Transmission fluid
2- Mineral oil
3- Canola oil
4- In total emergency you can use any oil, but there will be damaging consequences, but it should get you to your destination.
Resort to manual steering. I have crossed the Atlantic twice with no auto pilot. It is brutal; but that's how things were done back in the days!!!
It's a good thing you are not fighting 20' plus seas!