The look on Nuggets face, all bundled up at the end is priceless!! She really expresses her feelings on her face. Karins beautiful face, Brians eyes. Binging past episodes n riveted. Hugs all around
For guys like me it really helps that you show and admit that you make simple mistakes, correct them, and go on. You're an inspiration to the short time cruising sailboat owner.
I know that being in the northern areas during the winter has a lot of challenges, but I want you to know how very much I enjoy and look forward to your vlogs. You inspire me. You educate me. You make me smile. And I really have enjoyed learning about a part of the country we seldom see and to see it from a totally different perspective has been so wonderful. As a nature photographer, I have now added that particular region of Maine to my bucket list. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! (Also, I absolutely adore The Nugget. You are doing a great job as parents, especially when she is in meltdown monster mode.)
Funny you say you find working on Delos calming. Working in the engine room (anywhere on the boat really) with my old man on our 90' commercial scalloper had the same effect on me. They're also my favorite memories of my old man and times I deeply cherish. We fixed everything ourselves and for big jobs (main engine rebuilds/replacement, changing turbos etc) we would work directly with the crane operators, welders and diesel mechanics we contracted to save on labor costs. We even got the whole family together and "grubbed up" the boat ourselves at BJ's Wholesale Club before every trip. The looks on shopper's faces when they'd see us in line with 4 huge flat carts and 7 or 8 shopping carts full of food and supplies. Then we'd clean the boat ourselves after every trip. Anyhow! Another Friday, another enjoyable Delos video. I'd bet as Sierra gets older, she'll be keen to gear up and get her hands dirty with Dad! 🍻 Safe travels!
I have watched almost all episodes now. One constant for me has been the thrill of visiting places that I had never even heard of, or that are just place names to me. Many places are way off the beaten track, and in other places where tourists do visit, you show the everyday more interesting side of life. No travelogue could hope to be as complete or as honest as your adventures. Such professional excellence in video making too! So, thank you for continuing your channel where others might have quit, and continuing the excellent presentation of your real-life adventures.
Brian, I am the same way. Unfortunately I don't have a boat to learn on haha, but I absolutely love working on my cars. It's so therapeutic, saves you a lot of money, you learn every square in of your car (or boat) and you get that sweet satisfaction of doing the job all by yourself. That's funny that you got a fuel filter. We all make those mistakes. One mistake I've made like that, was back when I was changing my alternator on my old focus, I was trying to loosen the mounting bolts. Turns out, I was tightening them.... never caught my mistake cause I figured they were just seized up. Ending up snapping one bolt in half. Yep. You guessed it, I had half of a bolt still mounted in the alternator. Turned that day job into a week. Man that was not fun. LEFT LOOSEY, RIGHTY TIGHT. Never forget! Hahaha. Anyways, I love watching you work on Delos. I feel like I learn so much. Stay safe and warm out there guys!
Hey guys! Awesome to see you guys growing you little family. Me and my hubby raised our son on a boat in Norway for the first 4 years of his life. I found he loved to throw things in the water from the boat, and a bucket full of stones/shells etc to chuck from the rail overboard kept him very buisy and happy for those rainy days when they fuss and need stuff to do.. ♡ From South Africa
My husband, two kiddos, and I live in a thousand square foot home. For the last three years though, we have spent six to seven months out of the year living in our camper. We love living in a small space together, but there are absolutely those days. Those days, where you just wish everybody has about 500 square feet to themselves, to spread out. Getting outside, absolutely helps 💛
I absolutely love watching your videos. I am trying to catch up on your adventures and loving every one I see. My dad was a sailor. He got the bug when he was in the Navy and I grew up sailing with the family. Our boat was docked in Long Beach, CA. I remember when we sailed all the way to the Catalina Island. Unfortunately, I have really bad motion sickness and find it difficult being on a sailboat now. My dad bought a 54ft sailboat in 1997 and planned to sail around the world and was excited when he got his Captain's license. Sadly, he passed away from a massive heat attack in his sleep in 1998. He went down to the boat to get it ready for a race the next day and passed on his boat. Respectfully, we honored him by giving him a burial at sea. I miss him every day! I will continue to support your channel and will live vicariously through your adventures. My dad's favorite song was Sailing by Christopher Cross. Much love to you both and baby Nuggs. If you are ever in Southern CA, Id love to meet you all!
I love your videos, especially those when you remember no matter how bad it is for you it is still so much better than most have it. Just keep in mind you live on a sailboat and you travel the world, it is an amazing life you guys have
Brian & Kaza, Keep cruzin! I really appreciate the transperancy in these vids. Brian, I think u r smart and appreciate how you make problem solving a priority as something worth filming. Owning anything takes maintenance and I get so much satisfaction seeing you take care of business. Not to mention how Kaza's joined forces with you. Thank you so much for the really fun watching time. I am living vicariously!
Hi Kazza. I just want you to know ALL moms feel how you are right now. It is ok. If they know your ok they are ok. Every family home is different and you are no exception. Hugs and kisses. Babies thrive with love and she does not feel deprived. Hugs and kisses from momma Keller from South Dakota
Oil Filter Change: When changing out a side mounted oil filter, try using a Ziploc or grocery bag around the filter prior to removal. Not perfect but usually helps me minimizing the mess. They also sell kits that thread over the old filter mount and allow you to remotely mount the oil filter. Love you guys!
I am totally with you on the oil filters mounted on the side. What I have done on some tractors is install an "oil filter relocation kit". With that, you can mount the filter on the wall of the engine compartment. Depending on the length of hoses you could mount it anywhere. You should easily be able to find one that'll fit your engine. Hope that helps, Rob
Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. When ever I change the oil filter on my motorcycle I use aluminum foil to create a funnel / channel away from the motor to the waste pan.
How cool is it when you visit the same places on 2 channels, totally unrelated. A year ago I was watching Aquachigger standing alongside that same lighthouse, but he was looking in the rock crevasses for relics. A piece of the world now on my list.
Such a joy watching all your achievements and also your challenges. Having a toddler in a house is never easy, I can’t imagine my patience would be as good as yours on a boat. You guys are great parents. Loving the scenery you guys share each time. Thank you. 🙏🏻
You might look into an oil filter relocation fitting that fits where the filter now goes and has hose barbs to route hoses to a better filter location. You'd also need the adapter on the other end for your filter to screw onto. I know these are made for old air-cooled beetles mostly for the baja bug market but I'd be surprised if you couldn't find one for a kubota or whatever it is you have
hey brian and Kaza. my brother is a freshwater fisherman here in KY. he has a depthfinder/sonar unit on his boat that shows the bottom in amazing detail. it runs on a single 12 v battery. maybe something like that on maggie would help you scope out channels and anchorages before risking your keel when water is less than krystal clear. love your videos - stay safe.
I moved to Alaska in my late 20s.. raised a family I commercial fished both on shore and on boats, worked as a dock worker,, lived off grid , worked on oil platforms. The weather is no joke , some of the most DANGEROUS waters I have ever seen .. but also the most beautiful place.. I'm drawn to the sea. Always have been ...Now I'm south. Refitting a little piece of the dream . I love watching your videos, Brian your such a calm logical thinking captain it will serve you well.. STAY AWAY FROM THE BEARING SEA on your travels.. Always may your sails be full my friend ..
In the late 70's I sailed on one of the schooners out of Camden for the summer. Back then with no radar, GPS and electronic charts it was completely different. You guys have done stuff that we could never do back then. My captain always said if you can sail down east you can sail anywhere. I see Kazaa said it correct in this video going "down east" instead of "north".
Hello from Argentina. I hope my comment is not annoying, just from experience, I have 2 children (4 and 7 years old) and at that age their discomfort was due to the teeth that were coming out. I know that it is difficult to spend all day with children in a small space (with confinements we all learned it) sometimes music calms them down, sometimes dancing (even if space is little) sometimes doing nothing and letting them get bored and explore. They were born in Patagonia and with the cold and the wind they walked as if nothing, now we live in Buenos Aires and are used to the humidity and the changing temperature. She shows she is well and happy, you are doing well !! you are good have no doubts. Much love !!
Thank you so much for not just sharing the Instagram life kinda moments, but also the hard ones while keeping it beautiful and interesting. It puts a nice reality touch in the whole history. Keep it up!
That was a great mix of boat life, adventure, Nugget development, repair and the pitfalls of sailing. It was fun watching the contrast of the bacon theft to the mid-tow meltdown. Thanks for sharing your lives with us.
Question: How do you make sure that Nugget learns social contact to other kids? Now, it was only natural, that she thinks "I am the only queen on earth". She gets no chance to learn how to share toys, assert herself, deal with conflicts ("aww, somebody wants my toy!!") or develop empathy. I am no expert but I guess social contact _to other kids_ is important for learning to speak and communicate. I am wondering because these are abilities that are hard to catch up later. These abilities are established now for her entire life.
I am a sailing grandma now. Until my daughter was one year old, we were traveling by boat ⛵ she could not speak out for herself but we could see, that she needed a Homebase. So I hope Delos finds one too!!
@@s.r.183 Yes, from the videos you can see what wonderful and loving parents Karin and Brian are. I am convinced that they will care about it. Tho, it's time IMHO ;)
@@martinsassenberg9420 depends on location. I live in small country and if my kids didn't go to school, they wouldn't have much social time. And as to them socialising with each other they have a big age gap.
I got towed once! I'd just put my my 20 foot sailboat into the water. The launch is on the east shore of the "Bluff" on Keuka Lake, NY. Well, I had some wind to get me going but then it petered out and I started drifting toward the somewhat rocky shoreline. I tried to get my 4 hp outboard going, but it would not start (found out later - water in the gas!). So there I was stuck with my (retractable) keel grounded - which happily kept the hull from hitting the rocks. After repeated attempts to start my outboard, a power boat came by, I flagged them down and they were nice enough to tow me out to where there was some WIND! So I can sympathize with Calico Skies! (hey, that rhymes!) Hey on that recon you did, Brian, you were supposed to be in a kayak! According to 2:46 : - ? Instead you were in good old Maggie. Hey, I once got stuck in a mud hole. My shoe was even sucked off! BTW - What were those things floating in lines back in that inlet? They are very easy to see at 6:26 . Then we get engine/generator maintenance! Yea! : - ) I wonder, could Delos ever be converted to 100% electric? Dan and Kika's boat is smaller but they seem to have done a good job with it. In fact, they recently coined the phrase - Do you want to sail, or be a diesel mechanic? I do think going electric would be harder on a large boat like Delos. Next at 9:55 we find that cuuutttee little Nugget cleaning up the beach! I wonder with her in a bad mood, is she still teething? And, yes, I am serious. I'm not teething you. ; - ) I will add that Sierra looks like Randy in "A Christmas Story"! LOL Oil diapers? Seriously? lol Well, if it works! I know what you mean. My current vehicle has a horizontal oil filter. And it's a Toyota! They usually do a good job with that kind of thing. The blades are in the WRONG way! LOL haha Svalbard is GREAT! I've watched it 3! times 80 North! Okay, so are we talking about toad, toed or towed? Have you guys ever seen "The World According To Garp"? The part about the Under Toad? Very funny.
Ha too funny, the very same thing happened to me in my Catalina 22 in Lake Washington. The only twist is it was in Medina, which is a super rich neighborhood over by where Bill Gates lived. I got stuck right in front of a gigantic house having a dinner party. Evening entertainment for the guests I suppose. Brian
@@svdelos Hey Brian, didn't you use to work for Microsoft? If so, couldn't you have just given Bill a call to help you out? He probably owned a (power) boat. : - D In my case there were no fancy homes nearby. It was a rocky shore line with woods heading up a steep hill. Now in places there are 1-3 million $ homes on Keuka, but not where I got stuck. What's nice is that people on boats often seem to be friendly to other people on boats. Otherwise I'm not sure what I would have done. Scott W PS - The more I learn about your past the more you seem like a "brother from another mother". lol My Paceship P2-20 is very similar to Cat 22. And when I was younger I worked for CATV and you worked for an Arizona(?) Telephone Co. (if I remember right). I'm wondering did you learn how to gaff a pole? Or did they give you a bucket truck? Oh, but maybe it was just an office job!?!?
I eat waffles everyday.. Here in Georgia we have over 1000 Waffle House restaurant to pick from... Blue berries waffles and 2 eggs make a meal with coffee and Honey on waffles... Mmmmm good.!!
FriYAY Delos! Kazza welcome to parenthood eh? All parents have those days where we’re not feeling it. You guys need a second nugget so they can entertain each other. Brian - you can buy remote mounts for any filter and put it wherever you want it! You can also get an electric oil pump to remove your old oil. I love mine. It makes boat oil changes much easier. Much love as always!!
I found your channel in the winter of 2019 and watched from the first episode until now, I've fallen in love with your adventures and your family and your friends and your travels aboard your home Delos. Thank you sincerely for allowing me to vicariously live through you guys. Many more adventures to come thank you.
Thanks for the shout out to the northeast sailor! 👍 I grew up sailing in Nova Scotia with my family and now live in Sambro where it's said " if you can sail here you can sail anywhere in the world" ! Also Karin I can relate somewhat, I homeschooled my 2 daughters in a tiny house by the sea and have always said that the beach is the best babysitter 😄 Safe travels to ya'll! 💙
A trick I’ve used for years, and captain Rick also recently showed on SSL, put a plastic shopping bag with some towels in it around the filter and then spin it off inside the bag, contains the mess nicely
I’m loving the up close and in your face imagery of Maine. It’s ruggedly beautiful and Sierra adds the perfect perspective!!! Love watching her explore boardwalks to beaches!! Can’t wait for the next installment. Hugs from sunny Arizona 💖😎💖
Kazza, I feel you! There are those days when it feels you are done and everything seems helpless. Glad you have possibility to walk around in nature from time to time. This helped us a lot with our little one and still helps. And I am sure you know that this too will pass :) Kram! And thank you for sharing and inspiring with your ups&downs, excitements&disappointments 🙏🤗 😍
Another fabulous video. Thank you! I’m not at all sure that a screaming baby is less stressful on shore, but you handle it so well. I sometimes used to sit and cry too! You do look just a little tired Kazaa but you’re doing it! Find Brian’s maintenance bit so interesting, memories of car maintenance and filters always, always being inaccessible. Oh and bravo for the tow.
Your comments about the ease of living in contrasting lattitudes served to solidify my judgment that the daily additional challenges of living at altitude or 40 North and more grows a local who is more likely to see that "flatlanders" appear 'soft' and ill-prepared. My opinion may be shadowed by the fact that there is 24" of new snow on the ground, and hurricane-force winds are forecast for tomorrow night. Around here, we don't NAME the wind storms. Greetings from Mt. Shasta, California.
Tides, fog, lobster boats, lobster pots (with and without toggles), frigid water year round, rocks, wild winds, and don't forget wild reversing currents...but then theres the history, the scenery, the endless coves and islands, the villages, the schooners, lobster rolls, bakeries, steamer clams, mussels, blueberries, fresh haddock, and lobster everything. Maine has a lot going for it.
New subscriber here😊😊really enjoy watching your videos and make me feel jealous at the same time.take care and keep updating us really inspiring how u live your life to the fullest
Beautiful anchorage!. I liked, “When you get here, you really feel like you earned it.” Can’t wait for Camden next week...where we live! Thanks for sharing, from Maine!🦞
I have the same messy filter change issue. My solution is to make an oil gutter (from rubber roofing material) which directs the oil as it pours from the filter into a catch basin. The flexible rubber allows the "gutter" to be flexed into position then shaped into a gutter. This has worked well for years. Good luck! Thanks for the entertaining videos.
That looks like an exciting trip. I did not know that you were in the cold climate. Best of luck to you all. And especially little Nugget. You will enjoy your grandchildren more. I already have three great granddaughters. Good luck.
Brain, I appreciate your approach to self maintenance and DIY projects. I’m the same way with my home, family vehicles & boats. I saw you do something that I have been doing for years. It is why I change the oil myself. I fill the new filter with oil. That and knowing I’m using quality oil is why I deal with the trouble and mess of an oil change. I can’t recall anyone ever advising me to fill the filter. However, I can’t imagine it being a good thing for the volume of air in the filter to be pumped through the bearings. Enjoy every moment with Sierra! You would miss so much if you were doing the 9 to 5
Yes, guys. Sailing in Maine, especially Down East, is challenging and harder than the tropics. My bride and I have sailed there for almost 30-years before moving south. It is why we were able to give you so many tips on where to go and stuff. And then I realized, you are not in real time which was a bummer. But, hey. You had fun. ✨✌️💕✨⛵️🍷✨
Watched the 80 north series tonight!! Absolutely incredible footage, the singing whales was the best. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us
I am with you on the oil filter design deal, Brian. Dunno WTH they are thinking designing some of this stuff. One trick I use that works...sometimes...I get a 1 quart plastic bag ready to slide over the filter, then use a Phillips screw driver or ice pick and hammer and put a hole in the oil filter where it can drain. Then slide the ziplock on, and let it drain into the bag. Unscrew the filter "in the bag" once you have most of the oil out. Then drain it all into your recycle bin. It cuts down on the oily rag/paper towel mess considerably.
most normal children are very easy to engage in something that will interest them - one thing i noticed, first time we've watched you all, is that - if your child can pick-up their own drink, then they can easily be taught how to feed themselves, which, is like a great challenge and accomplishment for them - also, allow them to HELP in the smallest things and then give them praise for their effort and effect - you both seem real sweet - always make sure that your dreams are real/attainable, and then go for the gold...hugs...
On my way from Portugal to Madeira, a few days into the trip my buddy boat friend called me to say he had lost his rudder. I towed his 36" sailboat with my 34" sailboat at 5kts under engine (25HP) and full sails, for 35 hours until we reached Quinta do Lorde on Madeira island. Yes towing a sailboat with another one is doable but stressful. Cheers, Richard
For anyone that hasn’t checked out 80 north video go check it out.it is an awesome video!! Another great video Delos!! sailers helping sailers.fair winds !
I just love these videos so much. I like watching your tropical adventures, but I'm relating so hard to these Maine ones. I live aboard my 40' Beneteau on the west coast (PNW), and it is so similar: tiny, dodgy anchorages, cold cold water, tides, fog, currents, so much love for your hydronic heater, 2 hours of preparation for a 20 minute walk ashore (ha - so true), children so bundled they can barely walk, things going sideways with attention split between kids losing their poop and boats behaving badly, and such stunningly beautiful surroundings that no amount of cold, suffering and mishap can erase the awe... our prawn and crab traps are *never* as bad as those lobster traps though!
I love your “ Life Aquatic” watch cap! Very fitting 🤙🏻🇺🇸. I love watching your videos, you guys have been very inspiring to me and allowed me to see that my dream is possible.
Regarding your oil filter: I have seen a few folks install remote filter mounting brackets on their engines. Basically a fitting that screws into the oil filter mount with high temperature hoses on it that lead to a mounting bracket and fitting you can mount on the bulkhead in a more convenient location. This is done (aftermarket) on automobiles and boats where they have the same issue you have: An engine designed with an oil filter in a really difficult location.
What a gorgeous place, but wow, the lobster pots sure make things difficult! I think I'm also getting a much better understanding as to why Daley adventure went to land when Ayla was a toddler. It must be very difficult to manage their desire for mobility in a confined space when 'going outside to play' on land is such a production! I didn't get it then, probably because we didnt see much of the negative, but watching the struggle I am now remembering family toddlers and imagining what it would be like without any large play rooms or covered porches to ride big wheels etc.... Kudos to you both for managing with grace such a difficult situation requiring creative solutions every day!
Love the comments/content from the both of you :) really get a sense of what it’s like, to do what you guys do. Everyday is an experience, lots of joy on the never ending journey. Some days are a challenge, that is for sure! Overall you are enjoying life to the fullest. Really thinking of the words said- to get to this place you have to earn it! Deep words that represents a lot in life and the successes we can achieve with hard work.
@ BRIAN SV DELOS : Quite often they make adaptors for oil filters many engines. Especially industrial engines. Do a search under your engine brand and number, for a 90* oil filter adaptor. Another thing you can do is form is form up some aluminum foil to make a catch/funnel to direct the oil into something the size of the oil filter. Set it under the bottom of the filter and use a screw driver and hammer to punch a hole in the filter to drain it slowly onto the aluminum foil then on into a peanut butter jar or something alike. I do this every time I change my compressor oil and did it for years on customer cars. Just make sure you can get the filter off before you poke a hole in it!! Hope this helps!!
Oh you did a gr8 job with sling pull . I wonder if a float would have helped with the pots ? Please write a book and include every lesson you have learned . All those little tips and trick are priceless to new sailors .
Tip when fitting oil filters. After wiping the filter seat on the engine. Dip you finger in the clean oil and apply a light film of oil on the new filter seal. ... it helps it to seat better. Old mechanic told me. It works.
Love you guys would much rather have you in the southern hemisphere though. Miss the blue water! You've inspired us and we'll set sail sometime in the near future as well. Thanks!
Hi Delos crew! Regarding your main engine and possibly the genset oil filter setup. On Googly, type in "Volvo Penta remote oil filter adapters" or, just oil filter adapters...and you will find a decent selection of adapters that allow you to mount the filter itself vertically. We have done this to many race cars, boats and street cars. It adds extra capacity (can use a bigger filter) as well, better for cooling/reliability.
All your effort in the videos graphs, sound and editing is very appreciated. I’ve seen channels with more views but that’s because their are fewer people that have an eye for quality. (Just look at the highest rated t.v. shows).
Having raised two children, now adults....I must say.....my heart and prayers goes out to you both. And by the way - I love the NE coast but I don't enjoy sailing near it.
Thanks for the tow guys!!! You're the best 😚!!
HOLY SH*T, Can't imagine how ya'll were feeling in that moment.
Isn't the Delos crew Tow-da-lee awesome! Or should that be tow-da-windward awesome?
@@scyz2807 Carlos!
but its a sailboat lol why doesnt he put his sails up and bring it on it lol or wait for wind then go in.
@@bradjohnson3140 Ha normally we would but there was no wind and lot of current :)
Between the beautiful vlogs and showing how to properly help other boaters, you guys are a huge credit to the cruising community!
Old oil filter: poke a hole in the top, put a pan under, rotate it 180°, catch oil that is in filter. When empty, unscrew all the way! Less mess!
The look on Nuggets face, all bundled up at the end is priceless!! She really expresses her feelings on her face. Karins beautiful face, Brians eyes. Binging past episodes n riveted. Hugs all around
For guys like me it really helps that you show and admit that you make simple mistakes, correct them, and go on. You're an inspiration to the short time cruising sailboat owner.
I know that being in the northern areas during the winter has a lot of challenges, but I want you to know how very much I enjoy and look forward to your vlogs. You inspire me. You educate me. You make me smile. And I really have enjoyed learning about a part of the country we seldom see and to see it from a totally different perspective has been so wonderful. As a nature photographer, I have now added that particular region of Maine to my bucket list. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! (Also, I absolutely adore The Nugget. You are doing a great job as parents, especially when she is in meltdown monster mode.)
Funny you say you find working on Delos calming. Working in the engine room (anywhere on the boat really) with my old man on our 90' commercial scalloper had the same effect on me. They're also my favorite memories of my old man and times I deeply cherish.
We fixed everything ourselves and for big jobs (main engine rebuilds/replacement, changing turbos etc) we would work directly with the crane operators, welders and diesel mechanics we contracted to save on labor costs.
We even got the whole family together and "grubbed up" the boat ourselves at BJ's Wholesale Club before every trip. The looks on shopper's faces when they'd see us in line with 4 huge flat carts and 7 or 8 shopping carts full of food and supplies. Then we'd clean the boat ourselves after every trip.
Anyhow! Another Friday, another enjoyable Delos video. I'd bet as Sierra gets older, she'll be keen to gear up and get her hands dirty with Dad!
🍻 Safe travels!
INSPIRING is the right word for this video...as well as all the videos about your life on Delos...thank you guys, big hug and fair winds!!!
I have watched almost all episodes now. One constant for me has been the thrill of visiting places that I had never even heard of, or that are just place names to me. Many places are way off the beaten track, and in other places where tourists do visit, you show the everyday more interesting side of life. No travelogue could hope to be as complete or as honest as your adventures. Such professional excellence in video making too! So, thank you for continuing your channel where others might have quit, and continuing the excellent presentation of your real-life adventures.
Towing other boats and nursing little nugget at the same time... you guys are superheroes! 🦸♂️🦸♀️
Brian, I am the same way. Unfortunately I don't have a boat to learn on haha, but I absolutely love working on my cars. It's so therapeutic, saves you a lot of money, you learn every square in of your car (or boat) and you get that sweet satisfaction of doing the job all by yourself. That's funny that you got a fuel filter. We all make those mistakes. One mistake I've made like that, was back when I was changing my alternator on my old focus, I was trying to loosen the mounting bolts. Turns out, I was tightening them.... never caught my mistake cause I figured they were just seized up. Ending up snapping one bolt in half. Yep. You guessed it, I had half of a bolt still mounted in the alternator. Turned that day job into a week. Man that was not fun. LEFT LOOSEY, RIGHTY TIGHT. Never forget! Hahaha. Anyways, I love watching you work on Delos. I feel like I learn so much. Stay safe and warm out there guys!
Hey guys! Awesome to see you guys growing you little family. Me and my hubby raised our son on a boat in Norway for the first 4 years of his life. I found he loved to throw things in the water from the boat, and a bucket full of stones/shells etc to chuck from the rail overboard kept him very buisy and happy for those rainy days when they fuss and need stuff to do.. ♡
From South Africa
My husband, two kiddos, and I live in a thousand square foot home. For the last three years though, we have spent six to seven months out of the year living in our camper. We love living in a small space together, but there are absolutely those days. Those days, where you just wish everybody has about 500 square feet to themselves, to spread out. Getting outside, absolutely helps 💛
I absolutely love watching your videos. I am trying to catch up on your adventures and loving every one I see. My dad was a sailor. He got the bug when he was in the Navy and I grew up sailing with the family. Our boat was docked in Long Beach, CA. I remember when we sailed all the way to the Catalina Island. Unfortunately, I have really bad motion sickness and find it difficult being on a sailboat now. My dad bought a 54ft sailboat in 1997 and planned to sail around the world and was excited when he got his Captain's license. Sadly, he passed away from a massive heat attack in his sleep in 1998. He went down to the boat to get it ready for a race the next day and passed on his boat. Respectfully, we honored him by giving him a burial at sea. I miss him every day! I will continue to support your channel and will live vicariously through your adventures. My dad's favorite song was Sailing by Christopher Cross. Much love to you both and baby Nuggs. If you are ever in Southern CA, Id love to meet you all!
Watched the 80 North series EPIC journey love your work keep on the Sea warrior way
Really love you guys. After all these years, it's like checking in on family. Maine has been beautiful.
I love your videos, especially those when you remember no matter how bad it is for you it is still so much better than most have it. Just keep in mind you live on a sailboat and you travel the world, it is an amazing life you guys have
Brian & Kaza,
Keep cruzin! I really appreciate the transperancy in these vids. Brian, I think u r smart and appreciate how you make problem solving a priority as something worth filming. Owning anything takes maintenance and I get so much satisfaction seeing you take care of business. Not to mention how Kaza's joined forces with you. Thank you so much for the really fun watching time. I am living vicariously!
Hi Kazza. I just want you to know ALL moms feel how you are right now. It is ok. If they know your ok they are ok. Every family home is different and you are no exception. Hugs and kisses. Babies thrive with love and she does not feel deprived. Hugs and kisses from momma Keller from South Dakota
"Such is life" is a great philosophy. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Oil Filter Change: When changing out a side mounted oil filter, try using a Ziploc or grocery bag around the filter prior to removal. Not perfect but usually helps me minimizing the mess. They also sell kits that thread over the old filter mount and allow you to remotely mount the oil filter. Love you guys!
Sierras smile is so contagious ☺️🤗
I am totally with you on the oil filters mounted on the side. What I have done on some tractors is install an "oil filter relocation kit". With that, you can mount the filter on the wall of the engine compartment. Depending on the length of hoses you could mount it anywhere. You should easily be able to find one that'll fit your engine.
Hope that helps,
Rob
Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. When ever I change the oil filter on my motorcycle I use aluminum foil to create a funnel / channel away from the motor to the waste pan.
How cool is it when you visit the same places on 2 channels, totally unrelated. A year ago I was watching Aquachigger standing alongside that same lighthouse, but he was looking in the rock crevasses for relics. A piece of the world now on my list.
Such a joy watching all your achievements and also your challenges. Having a toddler in a house is never easy, I can’t imagine my patience would be as good as yours on a boat. You guys are great parents. Loving the scenery you guys share each time. Thank you. 🙏🏻
The sweetest baby girl......in the world.....
You might look into an oil filter relocation fitting that fits where the filter now goes and has hose barbs to route hoses to a better filter location. You'd also need the adapter on the other end for your filter to screw onto. I know these are made for old air-cooled beetles mostly for the baja bug market but I'd be surprised if you couldn't find one for a kubota or whatever it is you have
Kudos to Kiril and Brian. Your video editing continues to be topnotch professional.
I second this statement. I think Kiril, Kazza, Lisa, and Brian are outstanding editors. Another well done video.
So glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏻
hey brian and Kaza. my brother is a freshwater fisherman here in KY. he has a depthfinder/sonar unit on his boat that shows the bottom in amazing detail. it runs on a single 12 v battery. maybe something like that on maggie would help you scope out channels and anchorages before risking your keel when water is less than krystal clear. love your videos - stay safe.
I moved to Alaska in my late 20s.. raised a family I commercial fished both on shore and on boats, worked as a dock worker,, lived off grid , worked on oil platforms. The weather is no joke , some of the most DANGEROUS waters I have ever seen .. but also the most beautiful place..
I'm drawn to the sea. Always have been ...Now I'm south. Refitting a little piece of the dream . I love watching your videos, Brian your such a calm logical thinking captain it will serve you well.. STAY AWAY FROM THE BEARING SEA on your travels.. Always may your sails be full my friend ..
Good morning Delos Crew and Tribe!
In the late 70's I sailed on one of the schooners out of Camden for the summer. Back then with no radar, GPS and electronic charts it was completely different. You guys have done stuff that we could never do back then. My captain always said if you can sail down east you can sail anywhere. I see Kazaa said it correct in this video going "down east" instead of "north".
Hello from Argentina. I hope my comment is not annoying, just from experience, I have 2 children (4 and 7 years old) and at that age their discomfort was due to the teeth that were coming out.
I know that it is difficult to spend all day with children in a small space (with confinements we all learned it) sometimes music calms them down, sometimes dancing (even if space is little) sometimes doing nothing and letting them get bored and explore.
They were born in Patagonia and with the cold and the wind they walked as if nothing, now we live in Buenos Aires and are used to the humidity and the changing temperature.
She shows she is well and happy, you are doing well !! you are good have no doubts. Much love !!
Baby nugget is so adorable! I bet she is ready for some sandy beaches. I imagine you all are. Lol
Thank you so much for not just sharing the Instagram life kinda moments, but also the hard ones while keeping it beautiful and interesting. It puts a nice reality touch in the whole history. Keep it up!
30 minute episode! That was fun!
Why does this comment say six days ago?
That's interesting... 1 week ago vs 1 hour ago.
@@t0ast_164 patreon get access to videos one week early. :)
Ong lubky
That was a great mix of boat life, adventure, Nugget development, repair and the pitfalls of sailing. It was fun watching the contrast of the bacon theft to the mid-tow meltdown. Thanks for sharing your lives with us.
Love you guys, your amazing videos are getting me through lock down in the U.K.
Thank you 🙏
Being a mother is soooooo two ended. Courage, but know many have felt the way you do today. ❤️
It’s funny how Delos is basically a character at this point. I was so proud of how well she handled that towing ...
Great side gig turning Delos into a working tug!
I love this video, really highlights what its like to have little ones and still getting on with life.
Question: How do you make sure that Nugget learns social contact to other kids? Now, it was only natural, that she thinks "I am the only queen on earth". She gets no chance to learn how to share toys, assert herself, deal with conflicts ("aww, somebody wants my toy!!") or develop empathy. I am no expert but I guess social contact _to other kids_ is important for learning to speak and communicate.
I am wondering because these are abilities that are hard to catch up later. These abilities are established now for her entire life.
Play areas at ports are a solution to that. I imagine Sierra has as much or more interaction that kids that get homeschooled.
@@mycrazylifewfawnlisette3582 Well, I don't think so. I'm sure homeschooled kids get the chance to play with neighbour's kids after schooling.
I am a sailing grandma now. Until my daughter was one year old, we were traveling by boat ⛵ she could not speak out for herself but we could see, that she needed a Homebase. So I hope Delos finds one too!!
@@s.r.183 Yes, from the videos you can see what wonderful and loving parents Karin and Brian are. I am convinced that they will care about it. Tho, it's time IMHO ;)
@@martinsassenberg9420 depends on location. I live in small country and if my kids didn't go to school, they wouldn't have much social time. And as to them socialising with each other they have a big age gap.
I got towed once! I'd just put my my 20 foot sailboat into the water. The launch is on the east shore of the "Bluff" on Keuka Lake, NY. Well, I had some wind to get me going but then it petered out and I started drifting toward the somewhat rocky shoreline. I tried to get my 4 hp outboard going, but it would not start (found out later - water in the gas!). So there I was stuck with my (retractable) keel grounded - which happily kept the hull from hitting the rocks. After repeated attempts to start my outboard, a power boat came by, I flagged them down and they were nice enough to tow me out to where there was some WIND! So I can sympathize with Calico Skies! (hey, that rhymes!) Hey on that recon you did, Brian, you were supposed to be in a kayak! According to 2:46 : - ? Instead you were in good old Maggie. Hey, I once got stuck in a mud hole. My shoe was even sucked off! BTW - What were those things floating in lines back in that inlet? They are very easy to see at 6:26 . Then we get engine/generator maintenance! Yea! : - ) I wonder, could Delos ever be converted to 100% electric? Dan and Kika's boat is smaller but they seem to have done a good job with it. In fact, they recently coined the phrase - Do you want to sail, or be a diesel mechanic? I do think going electric would be harder on a large boat like Delos. Next at 9:55 we find that cuuutttee little Nugget cleaning up the beach! I wonder with her in a bad mood, is she still teething? And, yes, I am serious. I'm not teething you. ; - ) I will add that Sierra looks like Randy in "A Christmas Story"! LOL Oil diapers? Seriously? lol Well, if it works! I know what you mean. My current vehicle has a horizontal oil filter. And it's a Toyota! They usually do a good job with that kind of thing. The blades are in the WRONG way! LOL haha Svalbard is GREAT! I've watched it 3! times 80 North! Okay, so are we talking about toad, toed or towed? Have you guys ever seen "The World According To Garp"? The part about the Under Toad? Very funny.
Ha too funny, the very same thing happened to me in my Catalina 22 in Lake Washington. The only twist is it was in Medina, which is a super rich neighborhood over by where Bill Gates lived. I got stuck right in front of a gigantic house having a dinner party. Evening entertainment for the guests I suppose. Brian
@@svdelos Hey Brian, didn't you use to work for Microsoft? If so, couldn't you have just given Bill a call to help you out? He probably owned a (power) boat.
: - D In my case there were no fancy homes nearby. It was a rocky shore line with woods heading up a steep hill. Now in places there are 1-3 million $ homes on Keuka, but not where I got stuck.
What's nice is that people on boats often seem to be friendly to other people on boats. Otherwise I'm not sure what I would have done. Scott W
PS - The more I learn about your past the more you seem like a "brother from another mother". lol My Paceship P2-20 is very similar to Cat 22. And when I was younger I worked for CATV and you worked for an Arizona(?) Telephone Co. (if I remember right). I'm wondering did you learn how to gaff a pole? Or did they give you a bucket truck? Oh, but maybe it was just an office job!?!?
You know its going to be a great video when it starts with Brian making waffles.
I frickin love making waffles!
I actually went out and bought a waffle maker, and a box of bisquick, and Vt Maple syrup............. a challenge here in Manila, PH
The waffles I'm ambivalent about, it's the bacon... when the bacon gets fried you know it gon b gud!
I eat waffles everyday.. Here in Georgia we have over 1000 Waffle House restaurant to pick from... Blue berries waffles and 2 eggs make a meal with coffee and Honey on waffles... Mmmmm good.!!
FriYAY Delos! Kazza welcome to parenthood eh? All parents have those days where we’re not feeling it. You guys need a second nugget so they can entertain each other. Brian - you can buy remote mounts for any filter and put it wherever you want it! You can also get an electric oil pump to remove your old oil. I love mine. It makes boat oil changes much easier. Much love as always!!
Great video, glad you guys are doing well!
Nugget loves the beach so she can explore.Love seeing both of you guys.Safe travels.🇨🇦🥰
I found your channel in the winter of 2019 and watched from the first episode until now, I've fallen in love with your adventures and your family and your friends and your travels aboard your home Delos. Thank you sincerely for allowing me to vicariously live through you guys. Many more adventures to come thank you.
Thanks for the shout out to the northeast sailor! 👍 I grew up sailing in Nova Scotia with my family and now live in Sambro where it's said " if you can sail here you can sail anywhere in the world" ! Also Karin I can relate somewhat, I homeschooled my 2 daughters in a tiny house by the sea and have always said that the beach is the best babysitter 😄 Safe travels to ya'll! 💙
A trick I’ve used for years, and captain Rick also recently showed on SSL, put a plastic shopping bag with some towels in it around the filter and then spin it off inside the bag, contains the mess nicely
I’m loving the up close and in your face imagery of Maine. It’s ruggedly beautiful and Sierra adds the perfect perspective!!! Love watching her explore boardwalks to beaches!! Can’t wait for the next installment. Hugs from sunny Arizona 💖😎💖
Kazza, I feel you! There are those days when it feels you are done and everything seems helpless. Glad you have possibility to walk around in nature from time to time. This helped us a lot with our little one and still helps. And I am sure you know that this too will pass :) Kram! And thank you for sharing and inspiring with your ups&downs, excitements&disappointments 🙏🤗 😍
Another fabulous video. Thank you! I’m not at all sure that a screaming baby is less stressful on shore, but you handle it so well. I sometimes used to sit and cry too! You do look just a little tired Kazaa but you’re doing it! Find Brian’s maintenance bit so interesting, memories of car maintenance and filters always, always being inaccessible. Oh and bravo for the tow.
Best show on earth , what a great vibe . Luv you guys
Your comments about the ease of living in contrasting lattitudes served to solidify my judgment that the daily additional challenges of living at altitude or 40 North and more grows a local who is more likely to see that "flatlanders" appear 'soft' and ill-prepared. My opinion may be shadowed by the fact that there is 24" of new snow on the ground, and hurricane-force winds are forecast for tomorrow night. Around here, we don't NAME the wind storms. Greetings from Mt. Shasta, California.
nothing better than delos uploading on a friday! look forward to every friday! been like that for awhile!
Tides, fog, lobster boats, lobster pots (with and without toggles), frigid water year round, rocks, wild winds, and don't forget wild reversing currents...but then theres the history, the scenery, the endless coves and islands, the villages, the schooners, lobster rolls, bakeries, steamer clams, mussels, blueberries, fresh haddock, and lobster everything. Maine has a lot going for it.
Thanks for another great episode.
Regarding the oil filters, look up oil filter relocation kits, they should be available for most motors.
New subscriber here😊😊really enjoy watching your videos and make me feel jealous at the same time.take care and keep updating us really inspiring how u live your life to the fullest
I always prefilled my filters when and where I could to make it easier.
Beautiful anchorage!. I liked, “When you get here, you really feel like you earned it.” Can’t wait for Camden next week...where we live! Thanks for sharing, from Maine!🦞
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You guys are earning it now! Good luck!
Great video. You guys are really developing into a new groove. Loads of variety and a great watch..well done!
I’m moving to an apartment with the number 304 today and I am taking this as a sign I am on the right path. Love you guys and thank you!!!!
I have the same messy filter change issue. My solution is to make an oil gutter (from rubber roofing material) which directs the oil as it pours from the filter into a catch basin. The flexible rubber allows the "gutter" to be flexed into position then shaped into a gutter. This has worked well for years. Good luck! Thanks for the entertaining videos.
That looks like an exciting trip. I did not know that you were in the cold climate. Best of luck to you all. And especially little Nugget. You will enjoy your grandchildren more. I already have three great granddaughters. Good luck.
Brain, I appreciate your approach to self maintenance and DIY projects. I’m the same way with my home, family vehicles & boats. I saw you do something that I have been doing for years. It is why I change the oil myself. I fill the new filter with oil. That and knowing I’m using quality oil is why I deal with the trouble and mess of an oil change. I can’t recall anyone ever advising me to fill the filter. However, I can’t imagine it being a good thing for the volume of air in the filter to be pumped through the bearings.
Enjoy every moment with Sierra! You would miss so much if you were doing the 9 to 5
Yes, guys. Sailing in Maine, especially Down East, is challenging and harder than the tropics. My bride and I have sailed there for almost 30-years before moving south. It is why we were able to give you so many tips on where to go and stuff. And then I realized, you are not in real time which was a bummer. But, hey. You had fun. ✨✌️💕✨⛵️🍷✨
Friendship is priceless.
Watched the 80 north series tonight!! Absolutely incredible footage, the singing whales was the best. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us
Found my new favorite show!
Take a large Ziploc bag put it around the filter after you've loosened it and it will catch most if not all the oil if you just hold it up there
18:00 Oscar-worthy comedy! :D
I am with you on the oil filter design deal, Brian. Dunno WTH they are thinking designing some of this stuff. One trick I use that works...sometimes...I get a 1 quart plastic bag ready to slide over the filter, then use a Phillips screw driver or ice pick and hammer and put a hole in the oil filter where it can drain. Then slide the ziplock on, and let it drain into the bag. Unscrew the filter "in the bag" once you have most of the oil out. Then drain it all into your recycle bin. It cuts down on the oily rag/paper towel mess considerably.
Really beautiful video guys. I miss the tropics too.
most normal children are very easy to engage in something that will interest them - one thing i noticed, first time we've watched you all, is that - if your child can pick-up their own drink, then they can easily be taught how to feed themselves, which, is like a great challenge and accomplishment for them - also, allow them to HELP in the smallest things and then give them praise for their effort and effect - you both seem real sweet - always make sure that your dreams are real/attainable, and then go for the gold...hugs...
If ever my boat breaks down, I just hope that Brian and Kazza with Delos will be around 😉😂 Great job 👍👍👍
On my way from Portugal to Madeira, a few days into the trip my buddy boat friend called me to say he had lost his rudder. I towed his 36" sailboat with my 34" sailboat at 5kts under engine (25HP) and full sails, for 35 hours until we reached Quinta do Lorde on Madeira island. Yes towing a sailboat with another one is doable but stressful. Cheers, Richard
For anyone that hasn’t checked out 80 north video go check it out.it is an awesome video!!
Another great video Delos!! sailers helping sailers.fair winds !
I just love these videos so much. I like watching your tropical adventures, but I'm relating so hard to these Maine ones. I live aboard my 40' Beneteau on the west coast (PNW), and it is so similar: tiny, dodgy anchorages, cold cold water, tides, fog, currents, so much love for your hydronic heater, 2 hours of preparation for a 20 minute walk ashore (ha - so true), children so bundled they can barely walk, things going sideways with attention split between kids losing their poop and boats behaving badly, and such stunningly beautiful surroundings that no amount of cold, suffering and mishap can erase the awe... our prawn and crab traps are *never* as bad as those lobster traps though!
I love your “ Life Aquatic” watch cap! Very fitting 🤙🏻🇺🇸. I love watching your videos, you guys have been very inspiring to me and allowed me to see that my dream is possible.
Nugget is just developing her lung capacity! She is the highlight of this show.
She will be a mermaid by age 4
Regarding your oil filter: I have seen a few folks install remote filter mounting brackets on their engines. Basically a fitting that screws into the oil filter mount with high temperature hoses on it that lead to a mounting bracket and fitting you can mount on the bulkhead in a more convenient location. This is done (aftermarket) on automobiles and boats where they have the same issue you have: An engine designed with an oil filter in a really difficult location.
What a gorgeous place, but wow, the lobster pots sure make things difficult!
I think I'm also getting a much better understanding as to why Daley adventure went to land when Ayla was a toddler. It must be very difficult to manage their desire for mobility in a confined space when 'going outside to play' on land is such a production! I didn't get it then, probably because we didnt see much of the negative, but watching the struggle I am now remembering family toddlers and imagining what it would be like without any large play rooms or covered porches to ride big wheels etc.... Kudos to you both for managing with grace such a difficult situation requiring creative solutions every day!
Being parents is the most rewarding lil mess ever!! I adore y'all an wish to meet y'all one day! Fare winds following seas!!!
Love the comments/content from the both of you :) really get a sense of what it’s like, to do what you guys do. Everyday is an experience, lots of joy on the never ending journey. Some days are a challenge, that is for sure! Overall you are enjoying life to the fullest. Really thinking of the words said- to get to this place you have to earn it! Deep words that represents a lot in life and the successes we can achieve with hard work.
Wow... emergency action required huh... Gotta help out other cruisers... Well done Delos
It is the challenges that make it all worthwhile!
@ BRIAN SV DELOS : Quite often they make adaptors for oil filters many engines. Especially industrial engines. Do a search under your engine brand and number, for a 90* oil filter adaptor. Another thing you can do is form is form up some aluminum foil to make a catch/funnel to direct the oil into something the size of the oil filter. Set it under the bottom of the filter and use a screw driver and hammer to punch a hole in the filter to drain it slowly onto the aluminum foil then on into a peanut butter jar or something alike. I do this every time I change my compressor oil and did it for years on customer cars. Just make sure you can get the filter off before you poke a hole in it!! Hope this helps!!
Oh you did a gr8 job with sling pull . I wonder if a float would have helped with the pots ? Please write a book and include every lesson you have learned . All those little tips and trick are priceless to new sailors .
In the opening clip, nugget looks so concerned, but I laughed anyway. 😊
Tip when fitting oil filters. After wiping the filter seat on the engine. Dip you finger in the clean oil and apply a light film of oil on the new filter seal. ... it helps it to seat better. Old mechanic told me. It works.
I don't own a boat, but I enjoy your videos. I'm just here to enjoy the adventures of Baby Nugget!
Love you guys would much rather have you in the southern hemisphere though. Miss the blue water! You've inspired us and we'll set sail sometime in the near future as well. Thanks!
Good morning yall and nice to yall again❤️❤️👍👍
Hi Delos crew! Regarding your main engine and possibly the genset oil filter setup. On Googly, type in "Volvo Penta remote oil filter adapters" or, just oil filter adapters...and you will find a decent selection of adapters that allow you to mount the filter itself vertically. We have done this to many race cars, boats and street cars. It adds extra capacity (can use a bigger filter) as well, better for cooling/reliability.
All your effort in the videos graphs, sound and editing is very appreciated. I’ve seen channels with more views but that’s because their are fewer people that have an eye for quality. (Just look at the highest rated t.v. shows).
Having raised two children, now adults....I must say.....my heart and prayers goes out to you both. And by the way - I love the NE coast but I don't enjoy sailing near it.