This SUCKS! 30 gallons of DIESEL in my bilge and my parents come visit next week. S4E01
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- Опубликовано: 4 окт 2018
- UNTIE THE LINES is BACK!
After some time back home in Germany and helping Maria with charters on Joana, I am finally returning to my floating home Karl. As usual, he has not been too impressed with my absence and has prepared a fairly annoying surprise for my return...
I guess this new season starts off just as you all know Untie The Lines...boat problems 🤣.
Watch the first episode of Season IV now to find out what smelly surprise I had to deal with upon my return.
Enjoy and Ahoy,
Nike
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Hey Nike, great to see you back on the boat, to bad under the unfavorable conditions you found. I love the fact that you're always so resilient and have such a good positive attitude and you attack every problem with vigor and after all I guess it is part of the boat life. I'm still in the RV and a had a unfortunate incident the other day when a tree came along and tore my awning off so now I'm in the process of rebuilding and replacing it. This is just part of the RV life and we just have to take take it in stride enjoy the highs and deal with a lows as you always do in such a positive way in the boat life and I'm always so proud of how you do it! Cheers Terry
Welcome back! I’m so glad the next season is finally starting. One of my favorite channels on RUclips.
Hello Nike, thanks for posting. It's always great to see and hear about how things are going.
You can be like me. Going to work every day and coming home exhausted because my whole day is spent fixing other people's problems, while I can't fix my family. Or...….You can do what you are doing. You fight through your adventures but you travel and experience many places. The best part is that you take us, who feel dead in the water, with you and we feel alive. Thank you! We know that you struggle but thank you for keep going! We are rooting for you!
so glad to see your back, hope all the issues get done and out of the way you deserve to have a great time back on Karl and he better be nice to you.
Glad to see you back, you have been missed 😀
Nike, wonderful to see you back. Your ability to overcome obstacles is an inspiration to so many of us. Please try to remember this when conquering these annoyances. Carry on, girl!
All that comes to mind is: "Bless your heart" and it's nice to see your friendly self back on Karl.
s/v ...Waves
Not the welcome home you were wanting Nike!. great to see you back. Looking forward to more adventures with you.
Cheers.
Wade.
You are amazing!! How we deal with adversity is one of the importand measures of our character. I am glad to have found your channel and lok forward to many more adventures with you. Best wishes.
thanks for posting Nike.
Yay, you're back!
So regards to your family and to you. Looking for to seeing you again. Glad you only had those issues. Karl was not waiting for you on bottom or with a large slick around the mooring. Peace.
Schön dich wieder zu sehen, auch wenn nicht alles glatt läuft. Wünsche dir weiterhin alles Gute und freue mich über die Berichte aus deinem Leben,danke.
It’s not for everyone. Watching your little videos I have a lot of empathy and makes me proud to be a sailor. You’re a sailor for sure.
Hey Nike! Glad your back! Just showed my friends the first video where you cleaned Karl of the mold and got to know Karl. Your so inspirational and follow you with my whole heart. Keep it up Nike, and I can’t wait to see your story coming up.
So good to see you back! Hope everything gets squared away for the arrival of your parents.
It's so good to have you back again, can't wait for more!
So happy you are back! Karl is worth all the challenges he throws at you!
Anne winning I totally agree on that one 😘⛵️😎!
Hi Nike. Good to see you are back, you have been missed. Great full feature video that you produced and I look forward to buying the second one in another year. Stick with it, the sea and boats are there to challenge us but you inspire so many people to untie. Smile and remind yourself how far you and Karl have come. Happy days....
I am extremely amazed at your strength and tenacity. We've gotten to watch a young, nervous, adventurous woman fight through tough times and what has emerged is a battle hardened, self sufficient sailor. Keep it up, Nike, you inspire many of us.
Oh Nike, what an annoying surprise! I feel deeply for what you must have went through and can firmly smell the Diesel fume, which now (in my imagination) has vapored out of the screen filling my apartment and hands with that lovely odor we might all know and hate so well. I trust, as usual, you got it all sorted and enjoyed a lovely time with your family. They say we grow by experiences, but this was probably one not too regrettable if missed. I hope the rest of your start into a new sailing season went smoother since! Keep doing what you love despite the obstacles encountered.
Schön das du wieder on Tour bist. Auf das nicht nochmehr böse Überraschungen auf dich zukommen.
Good luck on the next chapter of your adventure. Hope you find what you need. Aloha.
Was just thinking that its been a while since i have seen a video from you last night, and like magic this morning a new video. Nice to have you back.
Glad to see you back and safe even if a little annoyed , missed seeing you.
I feel your pain.
You have an unbelievable amount of perseverance. Things must turn for the better.
So glad to see you back and hope this is only a minor setback. You are a truly patient sailor and certainly will be rewarded with beautiful sails in the future. Best of luck, take care and be safe.
Welcome back.
So many problems
I have the greatest respect for what you do.
Welcome back, you have been missed. Sorry that you've had to come home to so much difficulty.
Hello Nike,
Glad to see you sharing with us again. Righty tighty, Lefty loosy. :-)
Glad to see Nicky and kharl back finally. ;)
I would have cried! You are an incredible fighter!
Great to see you out there again! I just got down to my boat after 6 mths also. Went out for a sail ! Had a great time but had engine problems ( to do with fuel also ) the boat owners life eh ?? Chin up Lass , all’s well that ends well.
Welcome back to Karlito Nike, sorry to hear about the diesel leak. It’s always so sad and distressing seeing you when you’re facing a difficult hurdle (Although the anguished expression on your face is also still very cute - I just feel bad for you knowing how much work is in front of you to get Karl ready for your parents arrival...)
I hope that there is no diesel bug (fungus) in your fuel system, but if there is, your current task is a perfect time to remedy that! I’m very excited to think that series four is underway and I look forward to sharing your triumphs and tribulations via RUclips...
Take care, stay safe and most of all - ENJOY THE RIDE! Cheers from Mike xoxo
So Sorry Niki. Glad you are back!!
Very happy to see you and Karl back. I guess he prefers being under sail!
Welcome back !!......it’s been awhile and have missed your great videos
nice to see you back Niki and Karl
What a pleasant surprise, I am sure glad you are back.
Welcome back!⛵️
Slow Boat Sailing nice to finally see the Hull shape a bit like too look at a
Finally. You’re back.!!! You’ve been missed ⛵️⛵️🙂🙂
Love that you're back!
Good to see season 4 is starting :)
I am glad you are back! Sorry to hear about the fuel tank.
Welcome back, missed you, poor you, with the diesel problem, a sailors worst nightmare apart from a hold in the Hull
I'm happy you're back! Sorry about the diesel tank issue.
Hang in there , keep building memories.
You amaze me. You just don't stop. Awesome job.
Good to see you again.
The look on your face when you first crawled into the tiny space was.. "damn it I forgot the ratchet" ...? 😆 welcome back ⚓️
You are a very impressive woman. I hope your smile continues to shine and that things get easier for you. You are an inspiration.
Great to see you back Nike! A shame it's not under happier and less anooying circumstances but considering how bad things could have been....
Looking forward to seeing the next episode :)
MrTatts64 very true! I am glad all this diesel did not get pumped overboard, that would have been a Desaster.
Ah, boats...aren’t they fun 🤣
Ahoy, Nike & Karl
How did your bilge pump not pump bilge water overboard while you were away?
I was so very excited to see your notification thismorning,welcome back😀
Not a very nice way to be greeted by Karl though,more than a bit discouraging.I know you will get it sorted,when you get time,and you've been very clever and resourceful already working towards that goal.Enjoy the time with your parents,see you next time😊
Welcome back! Sorry about the diesel tank, but I got a good laugh at the lighter lying there next to your pump and bucket. Hope you weren't contemplating setting Karl on fire.... lol
Welcome back home Nike, even if it was to a mess. I had diesel in my bilges and I did a through cleaning but it had soaked up into the engine soundproofing and till this day it still smells like diesel everytime I open the boat after it has been closed for awhile. Guess I would have to replace the soundproofing to get rid of it. Seems like any old sailboat has that diesel smell to it.
I'm very pleased that you are back! You're looking adorable as usual.
Sorry about your problems!..your an amazing lady!
I love the smell of diesel (napalm) in the morning. Great to see you again Nike!
Welcome back, we missed you.
Welcome back Nike'. Always jobs to do hey... The beard trim was well overdue. Well at least the bilge will have a nice clean out. Try a mixture of hot water, ammonia, washing powder and vinegar to clean the bilge surfaces. That will reduce the smell quite a lot and also remove 'most' of the residue. Pump to a bucket if concerned about the environment, but the detergents will have broken down the diesel molecules, so it will be ok to pump overboard in small amounts.If you can get some epoxy putty to suit the tank material (I couldn't tell if it is a steel or alloy tank), clean out the cracked area with solvent, use a file or similar to roughen surface. Knead the putty as directions and smear into crack with a spatula or similar. It will probably only be a temp repair, as cracks in tanks have a habit of growing.
Great to see you back!
Omg so glad you are back!!
Welcome back, so glad to see you. I guess Karl got so lonely without you that he behaved badly. Trust him and yourself that things will be better now that you two are back together.
How goes the battle? Looking forward to your next video. Hope your not super tired and we hope you sail on! Strong!
Great to see you back . Aiways l admire you , you are incredible , all the best for you 🙏🙏😍😍
Your luck is going to change ,you are to nice for this to continue,best of luck to you nicky .
This reminded me of when you first got Karl... good times.
Nice to have you back.
welcome back missed your adventures
Welcome back! Missed you
New camera new gear, and new life chapter - Congrats!. Hello to Pirate Girl and Berry the old sea dog.
On the bright side, crocodile makes good boots and luggage. And you are lucky to have great access with the entire top of the fuel tank lifting off. Possibly you can have any pinholes spot welded but then consider applying an epoxy tank liner to prevent more holes in the long term. Good to see you back on board.
Karl can be such a Trickster! If left by him by himself for a while he channels his coyote side, and conjures a nasty surprise for your return.
exact same happened to my boat!! So no more metal fuel tank, measured up for a plastic tank, lighter, easy to see the fuel level, and no corrosion. The diesel can be reused after filtering it several times.
Glad you are back, bummer about the fuel tank.
So excited for this season!!!
Emily Graham awesome! I hope you will enjoy it!
Always do!
Welcome back! To bad you had to go into perseverance mode straight away. My previous boat had a 400 ltr tank on the hull under the wheelhouse between two bulkheads. The forward bulkhead failed so diesel flooded the forward saloon. Total disaster. Never really got the smell out.
S/V Adma 🤣 sorry to hear that...but also always nice to hear that one is not alone with such problems ☺️. I got the smell out by now pretty much...but took a bit...
The boat sucks since you bought it. I can not be respectful enough about the way you deal with all the issues and still keep your head up and solve them. You can be very proud about what you have achieved so far. Keep going 👍
A neglected alu boat like Karl is a oneway into bankruptcy or the loony bin, depends on what happens first (usually happens both right beside each other).
Nike is about the toughest singlehander when it comes to longanimity versus her alu-catastrophe I can think of. Singlehander and boatbuilder myself I got to admit I probably had feigned an insurance case already with the first attempt to weld it back high-and-dry in the boatgraveyard ...
Definitely headed towards a Ship of Theseus situation at this point
You struck oil! Ha. I am happy your parents are coming. The best memories are of adventures shared.
Ich hätte den Schrotthaufen längst versenkt. Respekt für deine Geduld und Leidensfähigkeit.
Yeah! Welcome back!
Glad to know your back.
Friday nights are again complete with you and the seadog!
Cigarmann he’s actually anchored three boats down from Karl right now ☺️
Welcome Back!!! Sure that's not the welcome back you wanted, but it is a boat in it's truest form, breaks while just sitting there... I'm always amazed how much stuff breaks in the winter here while I'm just tied to a dock. Maybe this winter I'll brave the cold and waves, take her out, and see if it makes a difference.
North Star South you totally should! Would make for good sailing footage, too ☺️
Welcome back!
WELCOME BACK NIKE......really missed you. All of your frustrations will soon fade and you will be super fine! I promise! Get your rest and stay healthy.
Mic Brenoel I’ll take your word for that 🤣😎🤞
Hi Line, welcome back to YT, looks like your start with beardy Karl was more work than pleasure , hope the future with shaved Karl works out better
Have fun 👍
Once again you have shown amazing determination and real inner strength despite Karls efforts to test you. Hope you get settled back into the swing of it and Karl starts behaving like the gentleman you deserve. Safe travels xx
Merry Christmas, hope you have a wonderful day..
Gad! If that had been my boat my automatic bilge pump would have pumped it overboard. I would have come back to a fine as well as a mess. Good Job Dealing With This.
Having fun, we had that problem on are boat needed new tanks had to takeout the rear deck to replace two tanks … was not fun … :-))
Yay!!!! Niki's back! Yahoo! You were missed young lady, sailor girl extraordinaire. You have no idea how much I missed you and your life adventures on Karl. Sorry that you got a gut-wrenching surprise when you got back. It reminds me when I had to leave for work in Africa and left my boat to be covered by a friend who has no mechanical skills...big mistake. He failed to cover the mast hole and all Fall, Winter and Spring the rain and snow went down the hole flooding the interior of the boat so that the water level rose above the top of the oil intake pipe. The mess that created was unbelievable. The entire interior up to two-feet above the cabin sole was covered in a thick film of oil. It was a nightmare to clean, even with the help of a cleaning company. It took about three days to return things to normal and about two weeks to repaint the interior. So Niki, I feel for you but like all your past trials and tribulations...you shall overcome. It will all work out and Karl will be better in the end with a new and improved diesel tank. Onward and upward my dear Niki. As Oprah says, "You go girl!"
Mfanawemkosi Fakudze oh gees that sounds dramatic. Good thing is that we can laugh at those things when they lay in the past ☺️.
Mfanawemkosi Fakudze oh gees that sounds dramatic. Good thing is that we can laugh at those things when they lay in the past ☺️.
Mfanawemkosi Fakudze oh gees that sounds dramatic. Good thing is that we can laugh at those things when they lay in the past ☺️.
Welcome back Nike!
You and adventures of an old seadog Barry Perrins channel are awesome!
Good to have you back
Also next time you need a tank. Or anything made let us know. We may be able to save you a ton. We have a fab shop and would love to build anything we can for Karl.
thanks for your kind offer. For some reason, I only saw your comment now...sorry. The diesel tank is part of the hull, so it would be a bit tricky to have that remade...For now, I fixed the holes with splash zone and it seems to be holding up allright. Fingers crossed, hey ;)
😁Hang in there sister. I am a veteran and I think you are a good joe. Keep going it only makes you stronger
Hey there! Love your videos looking to see if you'll be doing any sailing around December of this year. Looking to jump aboard with you gals and tour around
Our diesel tank did the same thing last cruise. We yanked it out, cleaned it, and epoxied it completely with West System epoxy. Still going strong two years later. But, cleaning up the mess was a pain in rhe butt! Enjoying your videos!
nice to see your videos again!
Glad your back and sorry Carl was being to annoying ! You need to get a work hat, that hat is much to nice to wreck ! So, something else I'm adding to my equipment list, a little emergency fuel pump for stuff like this. I suppose It could be for water or fuel. . Crock ! I've seen those bottom cleaners in other places and they could care less about those particular crocks for some reason. I swear I'm going to build or buy a robot bottom cleaner before I sail ! I think I've seen one, and if they are active when the stuff is really small it just takes a little brush to interrupt them. But when they get solid like yours it takes a jack hammer ! For long term anchorage, I also believe 1 having a baby sitter visiting the boat every so often would be good. 2 having an alarm system to tell the baby sitter something is up could be very helpful. Radio type, on a special marine channel. I know, nerdy tech guy, that's me. And Larry Janus, facebook, even more so with his marine company.
Yes, stuff happens, especially corrosive related stuff. My friend "larry janus" has a company in florida and deals in electronic monitoring systems, which costs money. But , my idea, since I'm into radio and electronics, is to have a system that talks every so often into a radio, telling the listeners (on shore) what is happening on the boat. At least a "alls well" every so often. Bilge alarms, very basic types, could be hooked to the digital talker, and it would say Bilge Bilge every so often. Probably the most important alarm of all I would say. Yes, starting the engine so it remains primed is really good. And a simple look around. A cleaning hull gadget example, trying to find out more, but it looks like someone has to run this one. ruclips.net/video/4a-eI-wEs3s/видео.html