BOAT MODIFICATIONS AND DINGHY REPAIRS while in Nassau

BOAT MODIFICATIONS AND DINGHY REPAIRS while in Nassau - Ep 42

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3 ай бұрын

We stop over in Nassau , New Providence Bahamas to refuel, and do some modifications to the R25's bow in order to secure the fuel and water containers. Once again we try to solve the mystery of the leaky dinghy. Julia bakes some delicious cornbread without an oven on board.
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@sco3592 3 ай бұрын

Really like to see the Ranger in action in all the situations you come across. Thinking hard on one myself.

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Sco...we have had so much fun with it. If you choose the Ranger Tug we imagine you won't be disappointed. Any time on the water is time well spent.

@woody1851 Ай бұрын

I can tell you an Autopilot, AIS and a Radar are complete game changers, especially when alone on board. After installing the autopilot in addition to Radar/AIS on my Parker 760Quest - I enjoy long trips much more on this small boat. Open water, night runs or high traffic areas - its so much safer.....

@expeditionseanest Ай бұрын

You are so right Woody, and you will be happy to hear we have recently installed both radar and auto pilot- so happy we did. AIS will have to wait a bit

@tmac709 3 ай бұрын

I like how Michael takes a chance to make his crossing with a not-so-good weather forecast. Glad you're getting repairs done. Hope the dinghy holds air. Those were some big sharks around the docks. I enjoyed the video.

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Thanks T, the dinghy is still an ongoing thorn in our side...hope to get things figured out soon- and yes, those sharks were curious!

@megayachtnewsshow 2 ай бұрын

I'm loving the way you both are using your boat. I have a R23 and I am also a Mega yacht captain. Generally speaking we are very respectful of the smaller boats in the channels but there are some bad apples for sure. safe travels.

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

Yes, I'm sure most are very professional. Enjoy your R23.

@valalbert6310 3 ай бұрын

I loved this video. We had our Cutwater 32 in almost the exact same slip three months ago. The sharks as big as submarines was hilarious. Are you going to Chub Cay next?

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

We understand Chub is very expensive now and very busy so we are hiding in the Berry Islands.

@Rashnak66 3 ай бұрын

re:water use I've found it to be directly proportional to how long before the next fillup. At first I conserve then I splurge.

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely true!

@Winkmeister 3 ай бұрын

You should have a magnet for retrieval... also, was thinking a white cover over the water tanks to reduce the sun's breakdown of the plastic into the water, but you said it wasn't for drinking... the skin absorbs chemicals too.

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

That's a good idea. We are hoping to get a water maker. Then we don't have to carry the water jugs.

@michaelaronsohn3624 3 ай бұрын

Looks like a lovely trip, and you had fair weather

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Yes, the season was fantastic weather wise. Quite different as the planet continues to change.

@rangertruth4776 3 ай бұрын

Your a brave soul with your fingers so close to the business end of the Barracuda !

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Michael's experience working on charter boats for years really helps, but always best to be extra careful especially on a moving boat.

@markwatson9034 3 ай бұрын

I bought the slime for large tires and put it in my dinghy. it filled the pinholes from the inside!

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

great idea.

@cankicker6570 Ай бұрын

It was only a drill bit this time.... I would invest in a (fishing) magnet. It could also help you retrieve a lost anchor. Mine is rated for 1100lbs. Cost $20ish....cant remember but it looks like you could have used one. Hope this helps

@expeditionseanest 25 күн бұрын

Cankicker, good idea!

@UrjunkMygold 3 ай бұрын

Mike needs a magnet and rope to “fish” for dropped tools in shark infested waters.😄

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

Ha Ha..

@coryjay16 3 ай бұрын

Have you thought about getting a OCTENDER ?😊

@expeditionseanest 2 ай бұрын

Way out of my price range.

@robertp.7090 3 ай бұрын

Should you cover the u-bolt so you don't rip your shins open on them?

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

We actually did. There is a crown not on the end of each thread. Very observant Robert! Thanks for watching.

@robertp.7090 3 ай бұрын

@@expeditionseanest Rather than getting a radar, look into getting a FLIR. Very nice video and the mystery of the dingy continues!

@raymondnybakk1311 3 ай бұрын

The leek in the dinghy is substantial enough to find, you just haven’t looked good enough. Have you checked that the locking ring on the vent is as tight as it needs to be?

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

The locking ring was tight it ended up being dozens of tiny perforations in the fabric. This was not caused by us. It was a defect in the PVC material. High field would not cover it and instead poured a little bit of product into the tube to seal it then charged us $250.00 the boat was still under warranty, and they would not cover it. We are very disappointed We are looking at purchasing an AB inflatable. We understand the material that they build it with is a better product.

@M-R-travel 3 ай бұрын

I enjoy the mods and would like to hear more about costs and logistics.

@expeditionseanest 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions and comment M-R . We will try to fit in a video with all the modifications sometime in the future. Or maybe have it available on the website. Not sure I kept track of all of the costs though. It is always helpful to see what others have come up with . So many great ideas out there.