OK Tips, so keep your engine number and quote it in any future orders. Beta should have put a test card in the box. After the engine is installed run all the tests on the card and tick them off send the card to Beta for your self-install guarantee. Paint the engine bay white with diesel and oil proof paint as it makes it easy to spot leaks in the future. Make sure to fully bleed the fuel line. you can draw the fuel through by taking the fuel line off the engine and use a little hand pump to get the fuel though the lines and primary filter, then connect the fuel line and use the lever on the fuel pump at the side of the engine to bleed the fuel to the injectors. Finally if the engine doesn't start after a few seconds cranking STOP. Check everything, try again with the water stopcock CLOSED. Cranking for an extended time with the coolant stopcock open can cause a waterlock. But soon as the engine fires and starts open the water stop cock. Good luck
We got our 20 year old beta with our boat. We quote our engine number every time we order parts. Beta keeps track of the parts attached to our engine. It helped us understand part changes the previous owner made. Still going strong after 20 years.
"Big Red" for the engine. R2D2 for the washer/dryer. Also make sure that the washer/dryer has some rubber mounts to the hull because when it goes into a spin cycle with a load, there's going to be vibration because its not going to be perfectly balanced and might cause some hull problems with the fiberglass that you don't want.
Fuel filters mate. Get more fuel filters. They will be a must (dirty fuel is a killer of filters and it happens all the time). At least 3-4 sets of replacement fuel filters. The first time you pick up some dirty fuel from some little marina you will be thankful. Filters aren't expensive and seem like a nothing part - until you dont have one. Running without one is a bad idea as dirty fuel destroys injector pumps and injectors (some of the more expensive components on your new engine). Love your channel, love your work. Hope to meet you on the blue one day. All the best with the refit and and the best to you both.
I agree i have a Racor first then the Beta. You need a water separator filter before the lift pump and check it frequently for water and drain it when you see it. If you are using dyed fuel it’s easy to see the line between water and fuel.
Look if you fill your tank even the best filtered fuel will grow bacteria and absorb water from the air especially on or near the ocean. The last thing you need is fuel that’s gone bad getting into your injectors. So you filter it.
Man that engine looks sweet . It's going to change your life for the way you will be able to cruise now . You can just motor through if you want instead of tick tacking back n forth . GBU ain't lookin so ugly anymore .
Been watching you two for 2 years .... I'm retired and a powerboat owner, don't hold that against me ....my first 3 boats were sailboats! Great gig you have going. I always look forward to your next episode. Waiting on warmer weather up here in Seattle before this years explorations.
You guys crack me up. I spent my Sunday morning coffee with you guys every Sunday I love your adventures I love your videos keep them coming. I only wish the very best for you too God bless
Let the engine sit on its mounts for at least 24 hrs before you attempt to align the shaft.. I am a power boater so I personally am glad to see your new engine going in. Nice job guys
"CherryBomb" or maybe "Enzo". I'm not a sailor but , what the last guy said, "Fuel filters mate" Good, solid advice! Can't wait to see you two back in the water!
Tips... Your new engine is going to have different mount points, Get everything mated up decently and mark where the new motor mounts are going to go before you start drilling holes. Also, now's the time to install an engine bay light if you haven't already done so. That makes it a lot easier to work on in the future.
Matt and kristen installing a high output alternator to charge up the batteries would be fantastic for you. if you watch the Gone with the Wyns video it will explain what I mean
Yup, I just finished watching that video on GwtW but they get a lot of free stuff sent to them. Maybe they're just a more popular channel, maybe they're better at making these promotional deals. I'd bet they could even get a free engine if they asked for one.
@markleyg check out this video from victron, ruclips.net/video/jgoIocPgOug/видео.html Lithuim is nothing like lead acid, it will eat an alternator for lunch, I know cause I've already fed it one...
Hey guys, we've been watching your channel for quite some time and really enjoy your "let's go do it" attitude. we see your refit is going well (as long as you listen to Kristen). I have an older but very robust auto pilot we removed and been dragging around from our CSY44WT. Matt, you will like this. It is yours for the taking if interested. It is a Robertson Simrad complete with fluxgate compass. It handled our 38k beast and surely would handle anything your home would throw at it. We would ship it to you. We are in Florida, near Titusville. Let me know if you are interested.
New engine install.. 1. Remove drain and clean the fuel tank, or fit a new plastic one 2. Get the alignment of the engine and shaft mocked up from the drawings so you know if you have to alter the engine bearers 3. Get a Dial gauge indicator so you can align the coupling flanges 4. As you have flexible mountings you need a flexible coupling for the shaft flange joint. 5. Add a water separator to the diesel line Those are the main points, I knew the guys who started Beta Marine and they and their successors have done a great job.
You two are doing great!! Mat I love your comedy while you sweat the work to perfection now. I don’t really know you but I am so proud of you two! You started with minimal and have worked hard to get to the point you no longer have to bandaid🤗 Great video’s!!
Put a good quality clear inliine fuel filter in a spot that is easily accessed, they're cheaper than the engine mounted fiter and you can see contaminants if you get bad fuel.
Matt, it's going to be a 7 on a scale of 10 for difficulty installing your motor. With your resourcefulness, you'll be fine. Make sure that you mount that engine well. I would always put electrical stuff higher. Including the transformer for the washing machine. A flood on a boat is frequent so protect the electronics. The gauge you called "pressure" is actually your temperature gauge. The "Hour Meter" which tells you running time on the engine is that little electronic display in the middle of your tachometer.That tells you running time on the engine so you can know that after (...) hours, change the oil. Green light on your control panel is indicating "Power On". On your Ignition switch, to the left is "Heat". That's for your "Glow plugs". They heat up your engine's cylinders before the initial start up when the engine is cold. Using those regularly on a cold engine is good for it. Tachometer indicates engine Revolutions Per Minutes (RPM). For the most part, diesel engines, 1,600 RPM or 3/4 or less of maximum RPM will get best fuel/engine life. The single most important thing of a diesel engine is heat, followed closely by maintenance. Follow the "break-in" procedures to the letter. Do not skimp out on cheap "breaking in" oil. Order it now and follow the hours of operation on your engine to change the oil from "break-in oil" to regular diesel engine oil. I wish I was there to help.I love fabricating as much as you do! Great video!
Looks like a lot of work ahead for you guys. Looking forward to seeing all done and Matt sitting back enjoying himself thinking look what I done Kristen. Here’s a beer clink to the both of you . Great job guys.
Congrats on that beautiful new motor! I’m sure it’ll be a game-changer for you guys but, it sure was entertaining to watch Matt steer GBU with the dinghy. ⛵️ 😉🤙
I like Clifford, but you could also call it Red Bull. It gives you energy and keeps you going. Congratulations you two. Long time coming and you deserve it.
I'm so happy you got your new engine, Clifford the mighty dawg, and thought ahead for the extra parts. Could you install a higher Amp alternator to the engine to help you with power consumption? Led lights are cheap and hardly use any amperage. They would be great for the engine bay and other dark spots you might need to get to in an emergency. Also fuel tank .. the bigger you can get to fit the better. Put those in first!! You got this Matt. Kirsten ..you are such a sweetheart. Have you thought of a stove? One last thing... *IMPORTANT * Fire extinguishers are a must In any boat or motorhome. Please have them where they can be gotten to in an emergency. Love you both. You' ve got this!! Regards, Myk
You asked about someone who did an engine swap by them self. I pulled out a 35 year old seized Volvo and replaced it with a Beta Marine. A good amount of the work was pretty simple. You already pulled the old engine so reverse it to get the new one in your engine compartment. The hardest part is getting the Beta lined up with your prop shaft. The height and angle of the engine MUST align with the shaft and make sure the shaft is centered in the tunnel. Perfection is required for this. Do not put the engine mounts into the ways until you know you have everything aligned as you might need shims under the mounts to get the angles right. READ and reread that part of Betas manual. Once you have it aligned drill one hole per mount while everything is in place. Put In the first lag screw or bolt recheck the alignment befor drilling the second hole as you still might need some slight adjustment. Don’t forget to use the flex coupling between the shaft and the transmission. Good luck. Reply if you have questions
Great choice on the engine fitted one in a classic wooden yacht 12 years ago in a refit replacement for a vintage volvo penta. Basically a Kubota marinized by Betamarine but easy to get spares for worldwide from Kubota dealers and priced fairly unlike Volvo who gouge the back out of their customers. Make sure you stick rigidly to the install instructions particularly the cooling and exhaust aspects the other most important part is the anti syphon install do not compromise in any way on this, it could ruin your engine if not done properly. The last thing I would suggest is installing a flexible propshaft coupling this will take out a lot of the hassle in lining up the old prop shaft to the new engine gearbox.
One suggestion, overheating is the biggest enemy of a diesel engine. You should consider installing an exhaust alarm system. The exhaust alarm will warn you of overheating before it harms your motor. She’s looking good guys. 👍👍👍
I can't wait you you two to have a baby! They are the latest sailing channel accessory and they always add levels of work, fun and humanity to every channel! In the Bahamas, you'd pay a minimum of 35% import duty on your engine. Name for the engine? My favorite redhead, REBA!
Congrats you guys! There is nothing like knowing when you turn that key, she'll start. Also, give you peace of mind in case things go south whilst sailing, you know you have a proper backup propulsion source.
One more tip, grab enough oil for 2 or 3 oil changes when you can. PR is very well stocked and as you said, it may be harder grabbing parts and the proper oil in other countries.
Rufus for the motor and patience for the install, engine room fire extinguisher and 12v work lite. Just getting caught up on your project, seems you're v fortunate to be in a yard thats letting you store materials, more imptly they let you work on your boat right there! Good luck and i'm looking forward to seeing more
You guys are always fun to watch! The engine is beautiful and will look so good installed and running. Keep in mind the washing machine will pull more amps with a load of wet clothes in it. Can't wait till the boat is finished. It will be like new and you guys will have a ball sailing her! I think "Little Red" is a good name for the engine.
Can't wait to see the new engine in action. It should be named Hellboy for obvious reasons. You guys are a real treat to watch every week and it is nice to see the boat evolving.
Have you considered cork leather for your wooden panels, its, flexible, hard waring, comes in fantastic colour options, looks and feels absolutely amazing, and because it's actual wood, it's totally sustainable and eco friendly..and to top it off, its not as expensive as you might think, especially when you compare it to the plastic alternatives you are looking at...
Hello, youz guyz... Your measuring the "ampages" when the washer is empty... It's going to use different amounts of power when its empty than when it's full of clothes and water.... So glad you finally got your power plant in.
Thank you for really brightening up my day. I always get a great laugh and a chuckle out of your videos. You both are doing a great job. Keep up the good work.
I replaced a 30 year old Volvo-Penta with BetaMarine 38 in my boat a couple years ago. Best thing I ever did. The BetaMarine is a great motor and easy to maintain.
Stay white. gray, metalized, and modern colors ! Seeming it's such a small place you need clarity to feel like you have more space than you actually have !
Just a little insignificant observation. The top corners of the cabinet doors doesn't have a stop block to rest on. Just a small wood block glued to the inside of box will keep the doors aligned preventing them swinging to far inside rather than stopping flush. Once you do that, kristen can then say 'oooh, daddy! ' 😉🤣🤣🤣
Hey guys congrats on your English engine!! Check out another channel for some excellent advice on your engine ! He’s a very knowledgeable guy and his channel is called ‘Travels with Geordie’ He goes through everything you need to know and more! This will be a game changer once you have that installed! Best regards from England
Matt, the look on your face when you opened that box and saw your bright shiny red new engine....PRICELESS. I haven't watched the rest of the video yet, just wanted to put that out there. I hope every thing goes well with the rest of the install.
I have the same engine in my 42 trimaran, it sips fuel at 1800 rpm, less than a liter per hour. Mine is 15 years old now and runs fantastically, Do the scheduled maintenance she will last forever. You lucky man. That looks more finished teak than peanut butter, time you trim it out it will look great.
Yes, and those guys in the comments advising you to get more fuel filters are spot on. Get more extra filters and do everything possible to make sure your tank and lines are clean before hooking her up. And when you do, give that engine a good sea trail to make sure she's getting an ample flow of clean fuel with no air bubbles.
Matt and Kristen, I'm really happy for you guys. It'll be so much safer (and less nerve racking) when approaching mooring balls and docks. Your gonna love that washer! One bit of advice. You need to pick up a water separator filter setup. They're less than $100. Put it between your tank and your engine filter. They're a spin-on filter with a water drain screw on the bottom. This'll save you having to change the engine filter so often. Also save you having to air bleed the system. You WILL buy dirty fuel eventually! And it's a lot easier to change that pre-filter a few times than it is to clean the tank!
15:05 Matt plugged in your washer and pushed the POWER button to wake it up and the washer's face flashed all the controls in Korean and I laughed out loud. My Korean washer story. 15 years ago, I took a job in Korea that included a studio apartment for me. I lived on a boat, and I like small spaces, so a studio apt suited me. First weekend I put my dirties in the washer and closed the lid. Stared at all the controls in Korean. I could read Hangeul letters -- yes, Korean has letters and an alphabet and is ten thousand times easier than Japanese to read and ten times harder than Japanese to speak -- but I had no idea what the words meant. So I called my boss, the Director, for help. He said, "Wait." I waited. He drove to my apt and joined me in the kitchen. Now the two of us stared at all the controls. I asked, "Can you tell how to operate this machine?" "No." The Director now called the Assistant Director. The AD said, "Wait." We waited. The AD drove to my apt and joined us in the kitchen. It was now crowded in there. The three of us stated at all the controls. Again I asked, "Can you tell how to operate this machine?" "No." It turned out that Korean men do not do laundry. That is a Woman's Task. Seriously. Until they marry, Korean men take their laundry home to momma. After they marry, laundry is the wife's job. Men do not do laundry. Even dry cleaners employ women to do laundry. AD called his wife. Lots of discussion. How much? About an hour's worth. AD turned the washer off, turned it on, poured powdered detergent in the machine, pushed buttons, and Voila! the machine started. The AD pointed to one button, turned to me, and said, "This is Fuzzy Logic. Use this button only. Don't touch anything else." From experience, I can tell you that Google translate will screw up some -- maybe all -- of the Korean phrases on your washer. I shall ask my Korean wife to translate those for you. Do you have Korean installed on your phones? On your computer? Why? So you can read the Hangeul and translations when I send them.
The engine is beautiful. I'm sure it will take you to places you have not yet imagined! And, you will arrive there in clean clothes! You certainly inspire us each and every week! Thanks for Sharing!
I am excited, you guys rock, I have never not watched one of your videos and not laughed, thank you for being honest and down to earth. The of your motor should be Randy Red
Got the same BETA model Engine.. Most reliable machine everrrr! Just make sure it's turning the prop shaft the same way the last one did, or a new prop will be req. Enjoy your newfound free time. ; )
Plasteak decking is great stuff. I used their flat boards on my boats cap rail. As smooth as it feels dry, when wet, it grips great. No glue or paint sticks to it either, not even 5200. Your Beta will please you too. I put a 50 in my 30 foot trawler and it has been great. I envy your energy to get all this work done. I did this kind of work for years but at 72, I get tired just watching Matt work.
Pro tip. Do not try to directly connect your engine alternator directly to your solar batteries to charge them. Do some research and you will see why. You guys are great. I enjoy your videos.
Big improvement on your forward locker cabinetry. Upgrading that to something you can be proud of will make you feel better about the project for years to come and also will probably creak less than the separate slats.
On the washing machine go by the weight of the load. We Americans tend to underload washing machines. You can fill the machine to the top as long as you don't go over the weight limit. We also tend to use more detergent than needed.
Wow, that washer is cool. Our RV machine weighed a couple hundred pounds and was huge. The whole rig shook on spin. This machine looks like the same capacity and so much smaller. Clifford sounds so GBU. Thumbs up. Glad to see the doldrums are behind you.
Congrats on the new engine, as long as your redoing the boat how about installing some Bow Thrusters, it makes getting in and out of tight places so much easier...
Go with “Clifford”. And i agree about the peanut butter. 😝 Go with something way lighter. Maybe something like the boat interior you showed a few episodes ago.
Very forward thinking and smart by ordering spare parts upfront just like and experienced sea captain. You don’t want to loose a belt in the middle to the ocean.
You guys have made some great interior improvements. I would suggest that you employ uniform “wood” colors for any remaining bulkheads and trim to mimic factory installations.
I have an empty 45' slip at our yacht club here on the Indian River near Cocoa Beach, Florida. So Matt, Kristen you're always welcome to park GBU here gratis.
One trick I learned years ago keep the paint dust of your a little bit; take a T-shirt for a head-covering (to keep the paint/grease/junk out of your hair) take a short-sleeve t-shirt and just put the neck over your face (vertically), and tie the sleeves around the back of your head, tuck the rest into the neck of your shirt.
Wow ! Red motor looks fantastic. Korean Washing machine cool, my wife is Korean , we have lots of Korean appliances, Koreans never peal the protective plastic off. You can be in a 5 year old car and they still have the plastic on the dash. Mount the electricary stuff in the driest place you have. The fake teak decking is ok in small amounts , not so sure about the vinyl laminate interior look. If you can find some real timber veneer it will give a professional look, with several coats of satin finish . Or just paint everything Uma style . All in all looking good and thanks for sharing all this.
OK Tips, so keep your engine number and quote it in any future orders. Beta should have put a test card in the box. After the engine is installed run all the tests on the card and tick them off send the card to Beta for your self-install guarantee. Paint the engine bay white with diesel and oil proof paint as it makes it easy to spot leaks in the future. Make sure to fully bleed the fuel line. you can draw the fuel through by taking the fuel line off the engine and use a little hand pump to get the fuel though the lines and primary filter, then connect the fuel line and use the lever on the fuel pump at the side of the engine to bleed the fuel to the injectors. Finally if the engine doesn't start after a few seconds cranking STOP. Check everything, try again with the water stopcock CLOSED. Cranking for an extended time with the coolant stopcock open can cause a waterlock. But soon as the engine fires and starts open the water stop cock. Good luck
We got our 20 year old beta with our boat. We quote our engine number every time we order parts. Beta keeps track of the parts attached to our engine. It helped us understand part changes the previous owner made. Still going strong after 20 years.
"Big Red" for the engine. R2D2 for the washer/dryer.
Also make sure that the washer/dryer has some rubber mounts to the hull because when it goes into a spin cycle with a load, there's going to be vibration because its not going to be perfectly balanced and might cause some hull problems with the fiberglass that you don't want.
Fuel filters mate. Get more fuel filters. They will be a must (dirty fuel is a killer of filters and it happens all the time).
At least 3-4 sets of replacement fuel filters. The first time you pick up some dirty fuel from some little marina you will be thankful. Filters aren't expensive and seem like a nothing part - until you dont have one. Running without one is a bad idea as dirty fuel destroys injector pumps and injectors (some of the more expensive components on your new engine).
Love your channel, love your work. Hope to meet you on the blue one day. All the best with the refit and and the best to you both.
I agree i have a Racor first then the Beta. You need a water separator filter before the lift pump and check it frequently for water and drain it when you see it. If you are using dyed fuel it’s easy to see the line between water and fuel.
Wow, makes a person want to filter the fuel even before ya get the nozzle into the fuel port. Pre-filter before it even gets into the tank...
Also with fuel filters you get what you pay for. Cheap ones disintegrate!!
Look if you fill your tank even the best filtered fuel will grow bacteria and absorb water from the air especially on or near the ocean. The last thing you need is fuel that’s gone bad getting into your injectors. So you filter it.
Agreed
Blowing on a connector to make it work is so nintendo. Love it.
Man that engine looks sweet . It's going to change your life for the way you will be able to cruise now . You can just motor through if you want instead of tick tacking back n forth . GBU ain't lookin so ugly anymore .
It will definitely help with pulling into mooring fields
Been watching you two for 2 years .... I'm retired and a powerboat owner, don't hold that against me ....my first 3 boats were sailboats! Great gig you have going. I always look forward to your next episode. Waiting on warmer weather up here in Seattle before this years explorations.
You guys crack me up. I spent my Sunday morning coffee with you guys every Sunday I love your adventures I love your videos keep them coming. I only wish the very best for you too God bless
The size of the steps doesn’t matter,, it’s about the direction ,, keep going forward 🎉🎉👏👏
I'm just sitting here smiling right along with you Matt. GJ! you two. Happy you guys bit the bullet for a well deserved engine.🤓👍
@Matthew Tupper Rut Ro, Shaggy! 😂
To be continued…….
What are ya, ignant r sumpin
Those aren’t spares that the new engine; the ad said “some assembly required.”
Washing machine ? Just get a mesh bag and tow it behind the boat.
This is George W Bush; it even has plugs for Merica.
Let the engine sit on its mounts for at least 24 hrs before you attempt to align the shaft.. I am a power boater so I personally am glad to see your new engine going in. Nice job guys
It's been a long ride for all of us watching y'all with no engine.. Congratulations!
Glad we all made it out unscathed🙌🙌
@@SailingGoodBadandUgly Love watching you two keep them videos coming and be safe wherever you guys go.
When Matt unboxed the engine I got so excited, it's a beautiful new engine, I want to run down to the dock and help put this puppy in right now!
"CherryBomb" or maybe "Enzo". I'm not a sailor but , what the last guy said, "Fuel filters mate" Good, solid advice!
Can't wait to see you two back in the water!
This is “quintessential” you know, like really helpful for anyone doing a boat renovation. Happy Days!
Tips... Your new engine is going to have different mount points, Get everything mated up decently and mark where the new motor mounts are going to go before you start drilling holes. Also, now's the time to install an engine bay light if you haven't already done so. That makes it a lot easier to work on in the future.
lol "jumping in the guagua" , Im puerto rican so I find it super cute when you guys use the slang on the island in your episodes. It's awesome.
Matt and kristen installing a high output alternator to charge up the batteries would be fantastic for you. if you watch the Gone with the Wyns video it will explain what I mean
And a decent alternator to battery charger, if they have lithuim they will need that
Yup, I just finished watching that video on GwtW but they get a lot of free stuff sent to them. Maybe they're just a more popular channel, maybe they're better at making these promotional deals. I'd bet they could even get a free engine if they asked for one.
@@allornothing7957 no such thing. Just need to make sure the voltage regulator is at correct voltage.
@markleyg check out this video from victron, ruclips.net/video/jgoIocPgOug/видео.html
Lithuim is nothing like lead acid, it will eat an alternator for lunch, I know cause I've already fed it one...
@@allornothing7957 you need an electronic battery charging controller and program it correctly for your battery and it'll work just fine.
I installed a very similar washing mahine in our boat and its been absolutely fantastic. Just makes life so much easier.
Hey guys, we've been watching your channel for quite some time and really enjoy your "let's go do it" attitude. we see your refit is going well (as long as you listen to Kristen). I have an older but very robust auto pilot we removed and been dragging around from our CSY44WT. Matt, you will like this. It is yours for the taking if interested. It is a Robertson Simrad complete with fluxgate compass. It handled our 38k beast and surely would handle anything your home would throw at it. We would ship it to you. We are in Florida, near Titusville. Let me know if you are interested.
I'd pin this comment again to make sure they see it.
@@chris47374 thanks. hope they can use it. safer for them if going to voyage any distance.
@Sailing Good, Bad, and Ugly ...Check this out
New engine install..
1. Remove drain and clean the fuel tank, or fit a new plastic one
2. Get the alignment of the engine and shaft mocked up from the drawings so you know if you have to alter the engine bearers
3. Get a Dial gauge indicator so you can align the coupling flanges
4. As you have flexible mountings you need a flexible coupling for the shaft flange joint.
5. Add a water separator to the diesel line
Those are the main points, I knew the guys who started Beta Marine and they and their successors have done a great job.
You two are doing great!! Mat I love your comedy while you sweat the work to perfection now. I don’t really know you but I am so proud of you two! You started with minimal and have worked hard to get to the point you no longer have to bandaid🤗 Great video’s!!
Your enthusiasm for just about everything is tops. Good job and I am glad you changed the inside of that cupboard it was a shocker.
Put a good quality clear inliine fuel filter in a spot that is easily accessed, they're cheaper than the engine mounted fiter and you can see contaminants if you get bad fuel.
@Bowhunters you keep the engine mounted filter in place and use the inline filter as a prefilter and to be able to visually monitor your fuel
15:28. Ooo Boy!! Perfect response 🤣🤣👍🏽😎
The "plastique" is great stuff, but don't go back with dark colors on the interior... 😱🥵
you guys are my favorite peeps of all the sailing videos out there. carry on!
Matt, it's going to be a 7 on a scale of 10 for difficulty installing your motor. With your resourcefulness, you'll be fine. Make sure that you mount that engine well. I would always put electrical stuff higher. Including the transformer for the washing machine. A flood on a boat is frequent so protect the electronics. The gauge you called "pressure" is actually your temperature gauge. The "Hour Meter" which tells you running time on the engine is that little electronic display in the middle of your tachometer.That tells you running time on the engine so you can know that after (...) hours, change the oil. Green light on your control panel is indicating "Power On". On your Ignition switch, to the left is "Heat". That's for your "Glow plugs". They heat up your engine's cylinders before the initial start up when the engine is cold. Using those regularly on a cold engine is good for it. Tachometer indicates engine Revolutions Per Minutes (RPM). For the most part, diesel engines, 1,600 RPM or 3/4 or less of maximum RPM will get best fuel/engine life. The single most important thing of a diesel engine is heat, followed closely by maintenance. Follow the "break-in" procedures to the letter. Do not skimp out on cheap "breaking in" oil. Order it now and follow the hours of operation on your engine to change the oil from "break-in oil" to regular diesel engine oil. I wish I was there to help.I love fabricating as much as you do! Great video!
Looks like a lot of work ahead for you guys. Looking forward to seeing all done and Matt sitting back enjoying himself thinking look what I done Kristen. Here’s a beer clink to the both of you . Great job guys.
Congrats on that beautiful new motor! I’m sure it’ll be a game-changer for you guys but, it sure was entertaining to watch Matt steer GBU with the dinghy. ⛵️ 😉🤙
I like Clifford, but you could also call it Red Bull. It gives you energy and keeps you going. Congratulations you two. Long time coming and you deserve it.
I'm so happy you got your new engine, Clifford the mighty dawg, and thought ahead for the extra parts. Could you install a higher Amp alternator to the engine to help you with power consumption? Led lights are cheap and hardly use any amperage. They would be great for the engine bay and other dark spots you might need to get to in an emergency.
Also fuel tank .. the bigger you can get to fit the better. Put those in first!! You got this Matt. Kirsten ..you are such a sweetheart. Have you thought of a stove? One last thing...
*IMPORTANT * Fire extinguishers are a must In any boat or motorhome. Please have them where they can be gotten to in an emergency. Love you both.
You' ve got this!!
Regards, Myk
You asked about someone who did an engine swap by them self. I pulled out a 35 year old seized Volvo and replaced it with a Beta Marine. A good amount of the work was pretty simple. You already pulled the old engine so reverse it to get the new one in your engine compartment. The hardest part is getting the Beta lined up with your prop shaft. The height and angle of the engine MUST align with the shaft and make sure the shaft is centered in the tunnel. Perfection is required for this. Do not put the engine mounts into the ways until you know you have everything aligned as you might need shims under the mounts to get the angles right. READ and reread that part of Betas manual. Once you have it aligned drill one hole per mount while everything is in place. Put In the first lag screw or bolt recheck the alignment befor drilling the second hole as you still might need some slight adjustment. Don’t forget to use the flex coupling between the shaft and the transmission. Good luck. Reply if you have questions
And by the way The name Clifford for the engine is absolutely perfect.. I can hear Matt pulling the anchor yelling back, Start Clifford up
Great choice on the engine fitted one in a classic wooden yacht 12 years ago in a refit replacement for a vintage volvo penta.
Basically a Kubota marinized by Betamarine but easy to get spares for worldwide from Kubota dealers and priced fairly unlike Volvo who gouge the back out of their customers.
Make sure you stick rigidly to the install instructions particularly the cooling and exhaust aspects the other most important part is the anti syphon install do not compromise in any way on this, it could ruin your engine if not done properly.
The last thing I would suggest is installing a flexible propshaft coupling this will take out a lot of the hassle in lining up the old prop shaft to the new engine gearbox.
One suggestion, overheating is the biggest enemy of a diesel engine. You should consider installing an exhaust alarm system. The exhaust alarm will warn you of overheating before it harms your motor. She’s looking good guys. 👍👍👍
I can't wait you you two to have a baby! They are the latest sailing channel accessory and they always add levels of work, fun and humanity to every channel! In the Bahamas, you'd pay a minimum of 35% import duty on your engine. Name for the engine? My favorite redhead, REBA!
So glad the engines arrived. I’m looking forward to the install
Congrats you guys! There is nothing like knowing when you turn that key, she'll start. Also, give you peace of mind in case things go south whilst sailing, you know you have a proper backup propulsion source.
One more tip, grab enough oil for 2 or 3 oil changes when you can. PR is very well stocked and as you said, it may be harder grabbing parts and the proper oil in other countries.
Congrats guys. Good things coming your way.
Rufus for the motor and patience for the install, engine room fire extinguisher and 12v work lite. Just getting caught up on your project, seems you're v fortunate to be in a yard thats letting you store materials, more imptly they let you work on your boat right there! Good luck and i'm looking forward to seeing more
I feel your joy, you guys deserve this. Ya Gotta love it when an engine comes fully dressed. Good luck I can’t wait to see it installed.
Thanks for mentioning the flooring you are looking at. We need to replace ours and when you showed your samples we decided to look into it as well.
You guys are always fun to watch! The engine is beautiful and will look so good installed and running. Keep in mind the washing machine will pull more amps with a load of wet clothes in it. Can't wait till the boat is finished. It will be like new and you guys will have a ball sailing her! I think "Little Red" is a good name for the engine.
Can't wait to see the new engine in action. It should be named Hellboy for obvious reasons. You guys are a real treat to watch every week and it is nice to see the boat evolving.
Have you considered cork leather for your wooden panels, its, flexible, hard waring, comes in fantastic colour options, looks and feels absolutely amazing, and because it's actual wood, it's totally sustainable and eco friendly..and to top it off, its not as expensive as you might think, especially when you compare it to the plastic alternatives you are looking at...
Hello, youz guyz... Your measuring the "ampages" when the washer is empty... It's going to use different amounts of power when its empty than when it's full of clothes and water.... So glad you finally got your power plant in.
Thank you for really brightening up my day. I always get a great laugh and a chuckle out of your videos. You both are doing a great job. Keep up the good work.
I replaced a 30 year old Volvo-Penta with BetaMarine 38 in my boat a couple years ago. Best thing I ever did. The BetaMarine is a great motor and easy to maintain.
Stay white. gray, metalized, and modern colors ! Seeming it's such a small place you need clarity to feel like you have more space than you actually have !
Just a little insignificant observation. The top corners of the cabinet doors doesn't have a stop block to rest on. Just a small wood block glued to the inside of box will keep the doors aligned preventing them swinging to far inside rather than stopping flush. Once you do that, kristen can then say 'oooh, daddy! ' 😉🤣🤣🤣
Best one yet, can’t wait to see you put the engine in. You are doing a fantastic job, just spent the whole video laughing and smiling 👍😂
If you havent already, many of the Korean control panels are programmable and might be able to switch to English. Just a thought.
You officially own a Korean Laundromat. Add a nail salon and you’ll be in business.
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That's got to be the most prettiest motor I've ever seen. Wow guys! You guys are moving up in the world. Getting some luxury.
Hey guys congrats on your English engine!! Check out another channel for some excellent advice on your engine ! He’s a very knowledgeable guy and his channel is called ‘Travels with Geordie’ He goes through everything you need to know and more! This will be a game changer once you have that installed! Best regards from England
Matt, the look on your face when you opened that box and saw your bright shiny red new engine....PRICELESS. I haven't watched the rest of the video yet, just wanted to put that out there. I hope every thing goes well with the rest of the install.
I'd be cautious about mounting electrical components so low.
I have the same engine in my 42 trimaran, it sips fuel at 1800 rpm, less than a liter per hour. Mine is 15 years old now and runs fantastically, Do the scheduled maintenance she will last forever. You lucky man. That looks more finished teak than peanut butter, time you trim it out it will look great.
Name the engine "Beta Boy"...Say Matt don't wear flip-flops when moving heavy objects..remember you are Neptune's Reaper not Neptune's Gimp !
Yes, and those guys in the comments advising you to get more fuel filters are spot on. Get more extra filters and do everything possible to make sure your tank and lines are clean before hooking her up. And when you do, give that engine a good sea trail to make sure she's getting an ample flow of clean fuel with no air bubbles.
The way Matt gets after it with these projects that motor needs to be named "Hellboy"! Give'em Hell Boy!
Matt and Kristen, I'm really happy for you guys. It'll be so much safer (and less nerve racking) when approaching mooring balls and docks. Your gonna love that washer!
One bit of advice. You need to pick up a water separator filter setup. They're less than $100. Put it between your tank and your engine filter. They're a spin-on filter with a water drain screw on the bottom. This'll save you having to change the engine filter so often. Also save you having to air bleed the system. You WILL buy dirty fuel eventually! And it's a lot easier to change that pre-filter a few times than it is to clean the tank!
15:05 Matt plugged in your washer and pushed the POWER button to wake it up and the washer's face flashed all the controls in Korean and I laughed out loud.
My Korean washer story.
15 years ago, I took a job in Korea that included a studio apartment for me. I lived on a boat, and I like small spaces, so a studio apt suited me.
First weekend I put my dirties in the washer and closed the lid. Stared at all the controls in Korean. I could read Hangeul letters -- yes, Korean has letters and an alphabet and is ten thousand times easier than Japanese to read and ten times harder than Japanese to speak -- but I had no idea what the words meant. So I called my boss, the Director, for help.
He said, "Wait."
I waited.
He drove to my apt and joined me in the kitchen. Now the two of us stared at all the controls.
I asked, "Can you tell how to operate this machine?"
"No."
The Director now called the Assistant Director. The AD said, "Wait."
We waited.
The AD drove to my apt and joined us in the kitchen. It was now crowded in there. The three of us stated at all the controls.
Again I asked, "Can you tell how to operate this machine?"
"No."
It turned out that Korean men do not do laundry. That is a Woman's Task. Seriously. Until they marry, Korean men take their laundry home to momma. After they marry, laundry is the wife's job. Men do not do laundry. Even dry cleaners employ women to do laundry.
AD called his wife. Lots of discussion. How much? About an hour's worth. AD turned the washer off, turned it on, poured powdered detergent in the machine, pushed buttons, and Voila! the machine started.
The AD pointed to one button, turned to me, and said, "This is Fuzzy Logic. Use this button only. Don't touch anything else."
From experience, I can tell you that Google translate will screw up some -- maybe all -- of the Korean phrases on your washer. I shall ask my Korean wife to translate those for you. Do you have Korean installed on your phones? On your computer? Why? So you can read the Hangeul and translations when I send them.
The engine is beautiful. I'm sure it will take you to places you have not yet imagined! And, you will arrive there in clean clothes! You certainly inspire us each and every week! Thanks for Sharing!
I think you should name you're new baby (motor) Beuhler. That's for you get "Matt's Day Off" from motor work. It's a beauty!
The engine should be “D - Sail”. Straight forward and known by many sailors as such. Eagerly waiting to see the finished project!
I am excited, you guys rock, I have never not watched one of your videos and not laughed, thank you for being honest and down to earth. The of your motor should be Randy Red
Clifford the Big Red Dog. The first is sometimes the best! And there is nothing more loyal than a Dog!
Woooo Hoooo sweet looking engine! Nice place for your washing machine, glad everything worked out for you both. Great vlog.
Love your videos!!! El Toro rojo, and those pot holes 🕳 have been there since I was a kid..
I'm excited to see the motor install, finished interior and your first test blast on the open ocean. My hats are off to you both.
Darker colors are nice and warming but brighter colors make your interior spaces appear larger.
Got the same BETA model Engine.. Most reliable machine everrrr! Just make sure it's turning the prop shaft the same way the last one did, or a new prop will be req. Enjoy your newfound free time. ; )
Name it "RED BEAR" .. By the way you carpentry skills are becoming top shelf..
Plasteak decking is great stuff. I used their flat boards on my boats cap rail. As smooth as it feels dry, when wet, it grips great. No glue or paint sticks to it either, not even 5200. Your Beta will please you too. I put a 50 in my 30 foot trawler and it has been great. I envy your energy to get all this work done. I did this kind of work for years but at 72, I get tired just watching Matt work.
Pro tip. Do not try to directly connect your engine alternator directly to your solar batteries to charge them. Do some research and you will see why. You guys are great. I enjoy your videos.
Big improvement on your forward locker cabinetry. Upgrading that to something you can be proud of will make you feel better about the project for years to come and also will probably creak less than the separate slats.
Hi guys , in my opinion I think you should use lighters colors for the wall. Is a small space and it will look bigger and brighter with light colors.
On the washing machine go by the weight of the load. We Americans tend to underload washing machines. You can fill the machine to the top as long as you don't go over the weight limit. We also tend to use more detergent than needed.
Congratulations on the new motor. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing.
Wow, that washer is cool. Our RV machine weighed a couple hundred pounds and was huge. The whole rig shook on spin. This machine looks like the same capacity and so much smaller. Clifford sounds so GBU. Thumbs up. Glad to see the doldrums are behind you.
Just a simple, Thank you for the Great Entertainment. Wish you both the Best of Everything.
When you pulled off the cardboard a tear ran down my cheek!
Congrats on the new engine, as long as your redoing the boat how about installing some Bow Thrusters, it makes getting in and out of tight places so much easier...
My lord 11%.So happy for you guys. The boat is looking awesome.
Go with “Clifford”. And i agree about the peanut butter. 😝 Go with something way lighter. Maybe something like the boat interior you showed a few episodes ago.
Your motor is going to be a jewel. We would name her Ruby.
You guys just crack me up. All the time. Matt you're a stud, just keep on working and some day you'll look around and say "I'm done, let's go".
Ooooh Daddy, the cabinet looks so much better!
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Matt BE SURE TO MOUNT YOUR 240 VOLT inverted above any Water level over the washer!
100% entertainment fab job I’m in Greece for a month working on my boat but can’t wait to see what you two are upto next. John
Travels With Geordie just installed a very similar engine in his wooden boat in the last year, lots of considerations and good video of the install.
Love that Matt paid homage to Captain Ron with the washing machine plug!!!!!
Very forward thinking and smart by ordering spare parts upfront just like and experienced sea captain. You don’t want to loose a belt in the middle to the ocean.
You guys have made some great interior improvements. I would suggest that you employ uniform “wood” colors for any remaining bulkheads and trim to mimic factory installations.
I have an empty 45' slip at our yacht club here on the Indian River near Cocoa Beach, Florida. So Matt, Kristen you're always welcome to park GBU here gratis.
what a vision the heart of GBU is ready to RUMBLE!
One trick I learned years ago keep the paint dust of your a little bit; take a T-shirt for a head-covering (to keep the paint/grease/junk out of your hair) take a short-sleeve t-shirt and just put the neck over your face (vertically), and tie the sleeves around the back of your head, tuck the rest into the neck of your shirt.
Another great show kids...... always fun to watch ya'll.....
Lighter colors make the space seem more open and reflect light better. A small area with dark walls will seem like a prison cell in short order.
Wow ! Red motor looks fantastic. Korean Washing machine cool, my wife is Korean , we have lots of Korean appliances, Koreans never peal the protective plastic off. You can be in a 5 year old car and they still have the plastic on the dash. Mount the electricary stuff in the driest place you have. The fake teak decking is ok in small amounts , not so sure about the vinyl laminate interior look. If you can find some real timber veneer it will give a professional look, with several coats of satin finish . Or just paint everything Uma style . All in all looking good and thanks for sharing all this.
Engine name suggestion. “Reba” or “Fancy” since it’s red and fits the boat good.