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@sassy-pants 6 күн бұрын
You’re not the only Catamaran that’s snapped the spinnaker, I’ve watched other brands do the same … all new boats
@HalaciousCharters 8 күн бұрын
One last thing we used to Makita cordless mini shop vac for so many things on that boat and works really well to suck up the water out of bilges
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
We have the Makita shop vac, but something's not been working right. I've started to take it apart as lately it sucks at sucking.
@HalaciousCharters 8 күн бұрын
@@GTFOplan I'm not sure what exactly the problem we're having but I noticed that the unit itself can't be too much higher than the water I'm trying to suck out. So if you're putting the hose down into the bilge and it's up above the engine you're likely not to get it to suck that far vertically up and you'll need to bring the back down lower. Hope that helps. FYI you asked what I was up to I haven't owned a 1974 196 aquasport since 1976. It's been put away for about 15 years and I have decided to bring it back to life so I've got a project on my hands for the next few months. I'm hoping to use the boat in the Exumas very much like Alex was using that 17 ft BW Montauk in the spring of 2025 down in Georgetown. We'll see. Say hello to Ann for me
@HalaciousCharters 8 күн бұрын
Hey guys, you don't say where the water was coming from so I assume you haven't quite figured it out. We had a similar issue on board sea life. First, can you determine if it's fresh water or saltwater. If it's salt water not sure if I can help you. But if it's fresh water check and see if your starboard water tank levels have gone down without much usage. Here's what happened on sea life. High water alarm bilge went off, we investigated, it was fresh water not salt water. Notice the water level in the starboard tank was lower than what we would have consumed. And then after talking with Jason on Tahina, he explained that the starboard hot water heater probably developed a hole in the membrane between the engine water flowing through it and the fresh water tank flowing through it. The engine coolant is a closed system and so when the breach in the membrane inside the hot water heater developed the fresh water tank has more water pressure than the pressure inside the engine and therefore pushes the coolant out of the overfill Reservoir. That Spilled Out most of the antifreeze and subsequent freshwater from the water tank. If you had coolant in your starboard engine and you don't detect coolant in the bildge this is probably not your issue and you would absolutely know if you had antifreeze coolant in your bilge unless your bilge pump was pumping it out and you didn't didn't know it. This scenario can be temporarily fixed by turning off the two in feed valve hoses going into the engine heat exchanger right at the top aft end of the motor. Then as like we had to order a new hot water heater and you know I think. To compound our problem the bilge pump not the high water bilge pump is not screwed down is and it is just an adhesive stuck to the hull. It broke free and after it broke free moving around the nipple broke off the pump itself and no longer would come any of the water out of the bilge. I was too claustrophobic to get down in there because it takes a contortionist to get to it so good luck on that if it happens to you. But that's what alerted US was that the high water bilge pump came on. I hope that helps and it wasn't too long winded. Please give me some heads up when you're headed back south through Northeast Florida I'd love to stop by and say hello. Safe travels
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
Whoa! That's crazy! It was definitely saltwater, and we've since figured it out, but that's for a future episode... 😂 Our high water alarm is also just stuck on with adhesive and has come unglued twice already. For sure we will let you know when we pass through Florida again!
@laurapitre5797 8 күн бұрын
Dyneema will stretch a little when first installed so its important to tighten the lashings periodically until they stop moving. We used bigger diameter line on ours so it only took one adjustment to stay snug. We still check it before every passage. Glad you got it sorted.
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
Thanks for posting. Yeah, prevention is everything! Sometimes we learn mistakes best the hard way. LOL
@bengale6693 8 күн бұрын
So where did the water come from in the engine room?
@ballievogel5385 8 күн бұрын
Hey guys about the twist in the torsion line this will only happen if you keep the line under load while the sail is you. Its best practice to easy out about 4-6ft while the sail is flying and when you want to furl get tention again and then only furl it away. This giving the torsion line time to relax an untwist
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
Thanks for the advice Ballie! So you're saying slack the halyard once the asym is deployed in order to float the torsion line and take some off some of the tension?
@bengale6693 8 күн бұрын
nice to see a clothing optional boat :-)
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
It gets hot on a boat... 😂
@bengale6693 8 күн бұрын
is it easy enough to put the course from predicted wind to your plotter, It looked a little tricky
@GTFOplan 8 күн бұрын
We'd love help on how to import the GPX file into our Garmin...
@peterpawlak8418 9 күн бұрын
Dennis, did you think to try the manual bilge pump (I understand you thought there was a problem with the electric)? It would have been easier than using that portable pump.
@GTFOplan 9 күн бұрын
Thanks Peter! No, because I assumed all of our bilges were working properly. Our big mistake was having crap on the nav table and accidentally turning off our bilge pump. So in the heat of the moment, thinking our bilge pump had failed, I resorted to the portable pump. Plus, being woken up and still foggy didn’t help. Rookie mistake for sure, and our nav table is much more pristine now.
@xiniatiti 16 күн бұрын
Ustedes los alimentan Yo estaré haciendo una barbacoa😂😂😂
@GTFOplan 16 күн бұрын
We do love bacon! 🥓 🤣
@MrSchribler 17 күн бұрын
I love it, however, I would Cross just because of the challenge even if it took one month,
@GTFOplan 17 күн бұрын
@@MrSchribler that’s part of what it’s all about! Challenging yourself and learning new things! Thank you for watching!
@Skippernick1957 25 күн бұрын
Lots of repairs for a brand new boat!?
@GTFOplan 25 күн бұрын
@@Skippernick1957 Yes, but nothing out of the ordinary. ‘NEW = Not Everything Works’ applies to all boats. But as we said in the video, it’s still the right boat for us and we would buy her again.
@benmalisow8533 28 күн бұрын
Anyone that committed to walking their dog is BALLER in my book.
@GTFOplan 28 күн бұрын
@@benmalisow8533 Thank you 🙏 She’s worth it. Can you believe we are her third owner?! Who would give up such a cutie?!
@benmalisow8533 27 күн бұрын
@@GTFOplan That makes NO SENSE. She's adorable (I have to say, the best looking of the three crew). Glad to see she's found her permanent home, though. I don't think she could have done better in that regard.
@DCweav Ай бұрын
Looks like you guys are having a blast! 🎉🥳 How are you guys liking the Balance? Just got back from a 6 day sail to Maine from Virginia. It was so cold up there. Need to head South after hurricane 🌀 season. 🙌⛵️
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@DCweav we love our boat! We would easily pick the same boat again, because it meets all of our needs.
@bobf4765 Ай бұрын
Nice ride, thanks! Had a thought while Dennis was playing with your grass mat... It looks to be the same width as the tramp net. Punch holes along both sides, thread a loop thru with 1/4" line & a snap link on the end. Work it like an accordion shade. Fair winds....
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@bobf4765 you’re welcome! Thank you for commenting - securing Schatzi’s “front yard” has been a constant struggle as you saw in this and other vids. We are quite behind in our vids, but Ann wove line around all 4 edges and that has held WAY better than the clamps. We haven’t had to adjust her front yard since. Phew - what a relief! We are constantly learning and we love the help!!!
@dd214veteran Ай бұрын
I see Dennis learned how to use the Pee pad too.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@dd214veteran I did. And it’s such a freeing experience. I’ll have to fight the dog for real estate space.
@leandremarais6288 Ай бұрын
Hey yall, awesome tips and information. I’m currently busy with the process for my basset hound . Which document did you only find out about 2 days before flying ? And how did you get your ITM permit to ship the bloodwork to Belgium ?
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@leandremarais6288 yay - we love helping others. Thank so much for asking! There was a form that had to be manually submitted to a Johannesburg location. They didn’t allow electronic form so we had to pay $$$ for a courier to do massive leg work. We are spoiled in the US with electronic forms and apps!
@leandremarais6288 27 күн бұрын
@@GTFOplanthank you for the reply . Was it the AIA permit ? How long did you wait for your pet USDA- Aphis endorsement certificate? This process is so stressful and I really just want to be sure that I have done everything and that all my paperwork is correct
@GTFOplan 13 күн бұрын
I know, it’s crazy how difficult it all is especially given the huge number of stray animals wandering around. The timing of the forms is on the usda aphis site. I don’t remember the specifics anymore as my vet walked me through the process. I highly recommend Dr Edwards at Fairfax Banfield. He’s so helpful!
@GTFOplan 13 күн бұрын
This is the form that I forgot: A veterinary import permit is required for all dogs and cats traveling to South Africa. Veterinary import permit applications and further information can be found on the Republic of South Africa’s website at www.gov.za/services/import/import-animals-and-animal-products. The completed veterinary permit applications can be sent to the Permit Office at [email protected]. Email them and ask how long processing takes.
@leandremarais6288 13 күн бұрын
@@GTFOplan Thank you we’ve already received our veterans permit from South Africa. Only waiting on the test results from Belgium and the endorsement
@happyisashley Ай бұрын
I am doing the same trip with my dog this September and wanted to know what the cost breakdown was for all 5 blood tests, health certificate and who you went through to help you attain your import permit
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@happyisashley I think between $500-800 for all costs. The timing of all the documents is key! We have a Banfield Pet Hospital Health plan (mid tier that includes an annual dental cleaning that pays for the annual cost). We used Dr. Edwards at the Fairfax VA Banfield office. He was super knowledgeable!
@happyisashley Ай бұрын
@@GTFOplan thank you so much for your information one last question, this airway bill?? I’m having a difficult time understanding how to obtain an airway bill, and if it is absolutely necessary. I will be flying my dog in cabin with me as a service dog so I will not be using Cargo or a pet shipper- but on the South Africa website, it states that I would still need to attain in airway bill. How did you guys combat this?
@en8581 Ай бұрын
Something must not be right with either how your valve or pump. I have the Highfield CL340 and when I insert the pump hose and twist it clockwise it stays connected and sealed till I unscrew it.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@en8581 thank you! We will keep trying.
@steveking6204 Ай бұрын
Yes. It's ocean water that dries in stages in the sun. First in the brine ponds and then to dryness. The color comes from microbes.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
@@steveking6204 it’s impressive, right?
@colinedwards7367 Ай бұрын
Video is tooooo Bitsy.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Hi and thanks for watching! We appreciate feedback, and would love to hear more about your comment. Thank you!
@glennmeder1276 Ай бұрын
Wait…what happened to the drone?
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Oops we thought it was obvious - it went for a swim in the ocean and died. Even with floats on so it didn’t sink, it was no match for salt water. 😞
@Passport-Bro Ай бұрын
Masks outside lol. That is how far I made it thru the video. I don’t need to hear from anyone who is that weak.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
It was a crazy time when we published that video November 2020, during the height of COVID. But thanks for watching that far!
@JostVanDykeFan Ай бұрын
When there are a ton of boat stickers I wish utubers would take a quick video capture so we can see if ours is still there!
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Brilliant!
@dd214veteran Ай бұрын
The jeep would have let you use the windows if you didn't call it angry-looking
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
It had attitude from the get go… 😅
@ray6659 Ай бұрын
I wanna party with you guys!
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Welllllll… hit us up and let’s figure it out!
@gothamt9843 Ай бұрын
I feel so bad for Ann for always being the one that gets pushed in. Good luck next time Ann.
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
I know, right? At least I’m crushing him at Yahtzee and Cribbage! I’m open to ideas…
@SailingFullMoon Ай бұрын
Apparently, we were only introduced to a quarter of your personality! We want more! You two are amazing. Great video!!!!
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Ha! Likewise! We can’t wait to meetup again as we loved hanging out with you two, and can’t wait to see the other quarter of your personality! Thank you!
@thomasmacken9721 Ай бұрын
Why did'nt you just unscrew the old plug?
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Because we’re idiots. 🤣 We realized after we cut it that all we had to do was take apart the plug versus cutting it. Fortunately we kept the other plug end.
@bengale6693 Ай бұрын
Nice trick with paddles and poles
@kirkb3473 Ай бұрын
Love the boat hacks, keep them coming!!!
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Thanks for the helpful advice! We hope you can join us in October and/or November. 💜
@ray6659 Ай бұрын
A Delos shirt??? 😁
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
They are the Original KZfaq Cruising Gangstas!
@ray6659 Ай бұрын
@@GTFOplan true
@DCweav Ай бұрын
Crazy kids!! 🤣🙌
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
We identify as 15 year olds! 😂
@SailingFullMoon Ай бұрын
You two are so much fun!!!
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
Thank you! Come join us and make more memories!
@dd214veteran Ай бұрын
Well that backfired
@GTFOplan Ай бұрын
The Captain got busted! 😂
@twaxrt 2 ай бұрын
Hello this is Sa(I don’t want to say my name on the internet) sorry about your kayak also the food and the turtle whias amazing I had a amazing time seeing you and on your boat. Also I showed my friend this video and he was mainly interested in your dog because he thought it was really cute.
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@skipbaccus 2 ай бұрын
Beer math is my favorite math!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Practice Makes perfect!
@svsalserenity4375 2 ай бұрын
Good luck with that , I use a sock. Thanks for the great video!!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Thank you. We’ve debated a lot about going back to a sock, but will give the new furler a chance.
@svsalserenity4375 2 ай бұрын
@@GTFOplan funny and was going to go to a furler . Saw a bunch of people having trouble with them so stayed with the sock , it always worked.
@SailingFullMoon 2 ай бұрын
New or old boats, no one is immune from boat work in exotic places!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
True dat! Can’t wait to meet up again!
@dd214veteran 2 ай бұрын
Wow that was an awesome couple you met!!!! JK It was great meeting you guys we will for sure meet up again.
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
They were awesome! Likewise! Looking forward to seeing you again.
@gothamt9843 2 ай бұрын
Cool that you met new folks and some old friends as well. Seems like a nice community.
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
It’s one of the things we love about the community!
@Jdixon000 2 ай бұрын
Met these great folks today At ZMI . They are the best…
@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665 2 ай бұрын
Zig zag is a beautifuly decorated essentially bare bones Wharram .. You will travel the world and when you get off the beaten paths you will always find Wharrams designs ..The Tiki's and the Pahis are probably the best known the Tangeroa was an earlier design. One of the most developed designs are the Islanders 55 and 60 are unique as they are the only Wharrams you cannot buy as plans. The Tiki 46 and the Pahi 54' and 63' are the larger boats they have dual masts and use the Wharram wingsale ..they are all true oceanic voyager boats ... They use dynema lashings because it flexes but doest fatigue like metal or composite. ..so you can repair and re rig almost anywhere with basic wood working tools and some spools of Dynema. James Wharram built his first cat in 1955 and is generally regarded as the father of the cruising catameran...also a complete iconoclast. He set sail with two German girlfriends. 😊 Wharram's surviving partner is Hanneka Boone she drafted all the plans and continues the buisness. Her vessel is The vast Spirit of Gaia... They have over the years sold 10,000 plans from small day sailers and out riggers or proas to the biggest Pahi's like Spirit of Gaia. 🗿
@kelleighmoyer2536 2 ай бұрын
Go Hokies!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Go Hokies!
@rickirizarry5079 2 ай бұрын
Assuming you considered monohulls, what was the defining moment that persuaded you to choose a catamaran?
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
While we owned a monohull for several years, a catamaran was always the desired future boat. The Captain’s years of sailing led her to have already made that decision by the time the Colonel came into the picture. But basically comfort at anchor and not having to heel. 😃
@dd214veteran 2 ай бұрын
That handmade Cat was cool. We saw them in ST John. Nice Silkies!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
They let me breathe… 🤣
@dd214veteran 2 ай бұрын
@@GTFOplan 😂😂😂😂🫡💨
@davidfrancis8899 2 ай бұрын
Thanks i am enjoying watching your experiences and learning about your boat. Thanks for sharing
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@dd214veteran 2 ай бұрын
I got my sticker!!
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Yes you did! 🤣
@dd214veteran 2 ай бұрын
@@GTFOplan I just got to the scrapple part. Is it like Spam?
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
@dd214veteran like spam in that it’s made from leftover meat pieces, but not because they mix in flour and corn meal which spam doesn’t have.
@rickirizarry5079 2 ай бұрын
What was the determining factor in choosing the 482 over the 526?
@GTFOplan 2 ай бұрын
Cost. The 526 was simply out of our price range. The 482 also incorporated a lot of owner inputs and tweaks that we liked.