1985 Ericson 26 Sailboat Upgrades (Boat Tour)

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  • @TaylanYalniz
    @TaylanYalniz Месяц назад +1

    Watching 7 years after…. And, wow, just wow, well done 👍⛵️🧿👏

  • @petenelson8136
    @petenelson8136 3 месяца назад +1

    Very impressive. My son just bought a 1983 Catalina 25 and has already decided it's too small and is looking at the Ericson 26. Seeing all the modifications you did to this boat really makes it sea worthy for long trips, something he'd like to do as well. Thanks for sharing.

  • @53glowe
    @53glowe 6 лет назад +113

    That is one of the most comprehensive boat tours/upgrade summaries I have seen on any yacht channel...excellent. I follow many yachting channels and you have won yourself a new subscriber. Well done👍

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +5

      Haha Thank you very much! We are glad to have you along for our epic sailing adventure! =D We also noticed that you are subscribed to "Sailing Saoirse". We met them while in Florida when we got back from The Bahamas, and became good friends.

    • @Niaaal
      @Niaaal 6 лет назад +2

      Seconded!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +2

      Thank you so much for being part of our sailing adventure!

    • @speckledperch4158
      @speckledperch4158 5 лет назад +2

      I subscribed as well. $-)

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +2

      @@speckledperch4158 Thank you for your support by Subscribing! We are glad to have you along for our adventures.

  • @ericryanmodelling9859
    @ericryanmodelling9859 6 лет назад +57

    The best equipped 26fter I have ever seen! Nice work!

  • @patriotpirate8167
    @patriotpirate8167 6 лет назад +43

    Awesome. I appreciate your thoroughness. Also, I think it's pretty awesome of you to show that you carry a shotgun on board. I haven't seen any other cruisers on youtube do that. Thanks for being brave enough to leave that in.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +19

      We debated on wether or not to show it, but we wanted to be completely honest and show every aspect of our trip and of ourselves. We've always kept a loaded shotgun in our home and felt no different about keeping one on our boat. Thank you for your compliments! We appreciate you watching our videos!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +14

      Thanks for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment with your questions. In the case of sailing to Mexico or any other country where we know that firearms are not allowed, we would not take them. We have respect for other countries and their choice in laws and will do our part to obey their instructions when visiting. It is always a good idea to research the laws of your destination, before traveling there. Before we left for the The Bahamas, one of the things we researched was their firearm laws. We found some helpful information concerning entering The Bahamas with a firearm, and also good information about leaving and re-entering the U.S. with a firearm.
      Leaving the USA with a firearm has no legal ramifications unless the items are "export restricted" (typically military weapons) Re-entering the USA however, requires proof of ownership in order to avoid taxation and import paperwork. (proving you owned the gun before leaving the country and then bringing it back) and it requires a specific customs declaration paper. (Form 4457 from the CBP) You can also use this form as documentation to show customs when you get to the Bahamas. They will want a full list of each gun (limit of 3) and specific counts of ammunition for each gun. You must be able to security lock the guns on board and they must remain on board at all times. If you end up leaving your boat in the Bahamas to fly home, you will need to deliver the firearms and ammunition to a local police department for safe keeping while you are gone. We took not only a 12 Ga. shot gun, as you probably saw in the video, but also a 357 revolver. We got nothing but pleasant smiles from officials when checking into the Bahamas and never felt any negative vibes. We have lived in states where we are able to carry concealed on a daily bases and it felt only natural to take guns with us on our trip. We were very appreciative of the Bahamas for being welcoming to not only us, but also our rights to protect ourselves.
      Each country might have different rules, so just research before going. Thanks again for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment. Hope this could be of some help to you.
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    • @michaelsmith9308
      @michaelsmith9308 4 года назад +3

      yes, and the SECRET shelf in the kitchen for cash? I hope know one looks directly for that from online LOL:(

    • @stvsanders
      @stvsanders 4 года назад +1

      I think an AR -15 would be better.

    • @artsmith103
      @artsmith103 3 года назад +1

      @@stvsanders For the range it would be used, shotgun is better.

  • @robertlee8042
    @robertlee8042 5 лет назад +19

    This is the mos informative sailboat video I’ve ever seen. Thank you also for the absence of music! What a joy. I single handed on a much bigger more complex boat. If I were to do it again I would go your route. Smaller and simpler.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Hey thanks! We appreciate you watching our videos and for leaving us a great comment! Fair winds!

  • @ggfox13
    @ggfox13 5 лет назад +3

    Fantastic detail on your boat and the upgrades. Anyone would be proud to have all that you have done to make your boat not only safe but very functional. Great job!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much for your support! We are happy that we have had the opportunity to share our home with other people who can appreciate the hard work and details that went into it. Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a great comment!

  • @furrane
    @furrane 4 года назад +6

    Damn this is so refreshing. In an ocean full of seniors that bought themselves a mansion on water and call themselves sailors and young couples that say they renov their boat but really they just pay for every little things, this was just perfect ! Young couple with a good small boat and nice DIY skills ! Let's go turtle =)

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Hey thanks man! We really appreciate your inspiring words and can't thank you enough for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us such a great comment!

  • @davidallred4611
    @davidallred4611 6 лет назад +22

    What a really smart guy. You have done some great things to your boat.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +2

      Thanks! It was a lot of hard work that really payed off in the end. Thanks for watching our videos!

  • @ilovecocoduh7519
    @ilovecocoduh7519 5 лет назад +7

    You are the MAN 💪😎👊 . Thank you for the detail and the super PROFESSIONAL explanations. Seems like you are quite the well to do Craftsman, excellent ideas. Looking forward to more videos capitán. May God bless you and your family with Peace, Patience, Clarity, Guidance, Wind, 🐟, 🥥, and 🌞 sunny sunny days.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us an awesome comment! We really appreciate your compliment and support!

  • @sailingddcircumnavigation5931
    @sailingddcircumnavigation5931 6 лет назад +14

    Buddy you guys have thought of everything extremely impressed and I learned a lot happy sailing and safe travel.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We appreciate you watching our videos and for SUBSCRIBING! We are happy that you found our channel and are excited to have you along for our sailing adventure! We post a new video each week and still have a lot more to share.

  • @nicholaspablocmith3165
    @nicholaspablocmith3165 3 года назад +2

    As a long time live aboard solo sailor I tell you well done. Smaller boats like yours make excellent escape pods and are very practical for those who want to live the dream.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  2 года назад

      Thank you! We really appreciate you watching our video and for taking the time to reach out to us.

  • @youyouulf
    @youyouulf 6 лет назад +3

    Wow.. this boat has everything in absolute first class condition after you've done the job with it. So much to take home from this, thank you for sharing and for tons of tips! Greetings from Norway, SV Tiger Lily

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment! We are happy to hear that you like our upgrades and hope that they can be helpful to you! =D

  • @paxmagellanic498
    @paxmagellanic498 6 лет назад +2

    Wow! You have truly gone above and beyond what the average sailor would do. Cheers!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you! Randall has spent 25 years of his life building and working on boats, studying and researching EVERYTHING and has a true passion for sailing, working hard, and doing a job well done the first time around. We are both excited to share our experiences with everyone and are so glad that you found our channel. Thank you so much for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment!

  • @pornstarlivesmatter3319
    @pornstarlivesmatter3319 5 лет назад +5

    I LIKE HOW YOU THINK IN TERMS OF "JUST IN CASE" VERY NICE!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад +1

      ....the shotgun....Yes! Hahaha because you just never know! Thanks for watching our videos we really appreciate your support!

  • @sethile
    @sethile 6 лет назад +5

    Wow, this is fantastic! Lots of excellent upgrades that look extremely well thought through and implimented. I'll be considering a lot of these when I finally get a boat worthy of this level of attention. Looking forward to watching you put her through her paces!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much! It was a lot of hard work that payed off in the end. We are very happy with how our little home turned out and are so glad that we get to share it with everyone through our videos. Thanks for watching and for leaving us a comment! We wish all the best of luck with your boat projects!

  • @jonmills4687
    @jonmills4687 7 лет назад +1

    If I recently got divorced and had the house listed and wanted to start my life anew, I would start with this sailboat you have put so much time and thought and effort into! Best You Tube on sailboats I have ever seen! Well done and you never know!!! I am so grateful to you for taking the time to make such a great video! Legend!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  7 лет назад

      Thanks Jon! That means to world to us!

  • @sharkmentality9717
    @sharkmentality9717 4 года назад +1

    Great job!! I bought a Freedom 21 with trailer and kicker for $3000. I then put $10,000 in new equipment. Friends were shocked at the cost. You have confirmed money well spent!!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад +1

      Yes! Fixing up old boats can be spendy, but well worth it in the end! It's kinda like fixing up an old hotrod, but better. Thanks so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to connect with us here in the comments. Fair Winds!

  • @syfalke5896
    @syfalke5896 5 лет назад +2

    It’s one of the best boat tours I’ve ever seen. Thank you for many smart ideas, I’ll borrow some of them for my C&C 25.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Glad to hear! Thank you for watching our videos and for taking the time to let us know that you liked some of our upgrades! We are glad that our video could be helpful to you and wish you all the best with your boat projects!

  • @FX5067
    @FX5067 3 года назад

    I had owned a 1983 26 Ericson and I can’t believe how you have modernized your boat. Much better than new in many ways. Very professional. Safe sailing.

  • @marmstrong281
    @marmstrong281 4 года назад +5

    Thank you for the most informative boat tour Iv'e ever seen. You have done an amazing job of fitout and upgrades.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thank you! We really appreciate your kind words and can't thank you enough for watching our videos.

  • @webbrowne2291
    @webbrowne2291 6 лет назад +9

    The best refit on You tube. I have a Ericson 30+ so this is very helpful. Thanks

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much for leaving us a comment and for SUBSCRIBING!! We are so glad that you found this video to be helpful. It's always fun for us to connect with people with similar boats and who share our same passion for sailing. Thanks for watching! =D

  • @bardarians
    @bardarians 2 года назад

    I'm late for the show! This video is simply amazing! The best indepth boat tour I've ever seen. I just bought a small boat myself and will binge watch this video many times. One day I will physically shake your hand with a cheque. Keep living the free world brother 🙏 💯 💪 🙌 👌

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  Год назад

      Definitely stop us to say hi if you ever see us out and about. We are glad that this video is inspirational for you! Good luck with your boat and fair winds!

  • @paulbertagnoll4044
    @paulbertagnoll4044 3 года назад +1

    wow, your video is 4 years old and still amazing..thank you !

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      Oh wow has it been 4 years?!?! Time sure has flown by. Thank you so much for watching and for reaching out to us!

    • @paulbertagnoll4044
      @paulbertagnoll4044 3 года назад

      @@SailingTurtle the video on Turtles upgrades was EPIC, thank you!! I loved "Turtle",curious how much didi you get for her?

  • @RaymondCore
    @RaymondCore 6 лет назад +2

    clear, concise, great camera work, covered so much, and I love all the original ideas. Thank you.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment. We appreciate it!

    • @RaymondCore
      @RaymondCore 6 лет назад

      @@SailingTurtle I designed the interior and sailplan for a 30 ft. sailboat hull/deck based on the lines of a H28 by Hershoff so I understand what you had to consider for each upgrade. I made the the first one out of the mould the designer had made from his one-off. Such a joy.

  • @jodyssey9921
    @jodyssey9921 4 года назад

    I'm impressed by just how livable such a small space can be made. Nice work!

  • @Sharpiesailor31
    @Sharpiesailor31 5 лет назад +1

    I gotta say that was quite a tour of your boat. Good job and well done.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching our videos and for leaving us a comment!

  • @davidharlem6824
    @davidharlem6824 5 лет назад +1

    Best tour I have ever seen. Meticulous planning. Awesome!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thanks for watching our videos! We really appreciate your compliment and support!

  • @detlefkurpanek
    @detlefkurpanek 4 года назад

    This is simply impressive! SO many ideas... and they all got executed with excellence and top rate craftsmanship. Agree, one of the most engaging and comprehensive boat tours I have ever come across. Again, what an amazing job. Thanks for sharing this very inspiring video!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching our video and for taking the time to leave such a great comment. We really appreciate your kind words and are glad that you liked what you saw!

  • @mboyer68
    @mboyer68 3 года назад

    I'm writing separate comments because they're separate issues..I'm sorry if this is improper RUclips etiquette.
    You've done such incredible work on your boat..it's amazing. You have single handedly increased the value of the Ericsson 26 without a doubt. And your boat..you could probably have an auction and get twice the value just because it's your boat and you did the work. The sugar scoop stern...I've often wondered if that could be done. You proved it...it can be done! Dude..I'm extremely handy and creative with mechanical things, and you blow me away. I'm talking about repairing things, improving things, using a part for something it was not designed for and it's awesome, etc. MacGyver stuff but real life. I'm in awe. Cheers.
    If you and the guy from Sailing Uma ever got together you'd be able to design the sickest boat ever in the history of boat design.
    Where does you anchor locker drain to? They make..as I'm sure you know..stainless steel drain..um..things that screw onto the outside of your boat. You make sure you've found the lowest point in the shelf inside the locker. You drill a hole outside film inside the locker and attach the stainless steel drain piece onto where the drilled hole is. They work really well and it makes it did that you don't have to drain the chain locker into the bilge.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      Hahaha Thank you so much for the compliments! When we sold Turtle we did get twice what we paid for it, but only 1/2 of what we put into it. I suspect we could have done better if our channel had launched by the time we had put her up for sale…also rushing to get the boat sold just as hurricane season was beginning, didn't do us any favors. To answer your question about the anchor locker drain, the boat originally had a small drain hose out near the anchor locker bottom, like you described. When I removed the anchor locker pan to create a larger space for our anchor and rode, this drain system was naturally eliminated. I installed a new floor pan in the anchor locker that angled forward with its lowest point right at the bow stem just above waterline. At this point I drilled a drain hole directly through the bow stem so that every drop in the anchor locker quickly drained out with no potential of any water to ever reach the bilge. This also created a watertight crash bulkhead for the first 3 feet of the bow.

  • @donnakawana
    @donnakawana 4 года назад

    That is the best buncha upgrades I've ever seen. I must say I dig the sugar scoop really makes things easier for so many reasons. As well as all the other upgrades that were done.....brilliant. I'd feel safe to sail anywhere in that. Plus I learned so much!

  • @cnc75adventures49
    @cnc75adventures49 6 лет назад +1

    Hi well I hope you read this just because I’m so impressed thank you your time with this video!!!! I’m 43 and just became interested in sailing and buying a boat but I’ve only been around power boats , this is the most comprehensive and informative video I have seen excellent excellent job 🙏

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Chad, thank you for leaving us this comment! We do read every comment we receive and try our very best to reply to each one the best we can, in a timely manner. We really appreciate you watching our videos and are so glad that you like what we did to our boat. There is so much freedom that comes with owning a sailboat. Being able to sail where ever the wind takes you and being able to experience new and exciting placing in such a natural way is so rewarding. There really isn't anything quite like it. We have had so much sailing and hope you will too once you get yourself a sailboat. We wish you the best of luck!!!!

  • @dinkaboutit4228
    @dinkaboutit4228 6 лет назад +1

    Wow. That's a great refit. Congratulations on making so many substantial upgrades to safety and durability without bolting on anything that looks silly on a 26 footer. Well done!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We appreciate you watching our videos!

  • @morbidfollower
    @morbidfollower 2 года назад +1

    A lot of great ideas. Nice work, and great looking vessel. I had an Ericson 32 that I miss.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching and for reaching out to us. We miss our Ericson as well. It was such a great boat for us, but after living aboard Turtle for 5 1/2 years we knew we would need a bigger boat. We are getting closer to our goals and hope to get back on the water soon.

  • @captgrant
    @captgrant 6 лет назад +1

    You really know your vessel. Some intuitive ideas on the improvements. It looks like you invested a lot of time and effort and it shows. Cheers.

  • @boatreeves1861
    @boatreeves1861 5 лет назад +7

    Love your video! You have some really cool ideas going on. When I'm feeling skint though I may pop over with a small tooth pick for your companionway hatch, sneak in, grab the key for the shotgun then reach above the locker below the galley stove for your big stash of cash!☠

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +2

      LOL sounds sneaky and adventurous! Hahaha We appreciate you watching our videos and for leaving us an awesome comment! We have had a blast sharing our story with everyone and are glad to have you along for the adventure!

  • @moriver3857
    @moriver3857 5 лет назад +1

    Very nice updates, some of which I'm working on currently. Definitely a nice equipped 26'. Lots of sound safely features. Thanks for sharing.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a great comment! We are happy that we can share our upgrades with others and really appreciate your support.Good luck on your boat projects! Hope everything turns out great!

  • @stevedearden1799
    @stevedearden1799 4 года назад

    July 2020 . Just had this drop in my suggested videos, nice photography and great narrative. The boat looks newer and larger than it is, which is kudos to you all. Subscribed

  • @HousesBuiltTiny
    @HousesBuiltTiny 6 лет назад +1

    My wife and I are about 10 videos and to your series from the beginning and quite Enchanted looking forward to more

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Well thank you! We are glad to hear that you have been enjoying our videos so far and that you started from the beginning! We post a new video every week and still have more to share! Thanks for leaving us comments too, we really appreciate it!

  • @ivaneccles1869
    @ivaneccles1869 5 лет назад +2

    If i was doing up a boat, I'd want to borrow this guy for a month. Awesome detail mate 🙂

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Hahaha Thank you for the compliment! We appreciate you watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us an awesome comment!

  • @BreezyRider66
    @BreezyRider66 5 лет назад +2

    I've just bought a very similar boat, a Bowman 26 (videos of how she is now on my channel) & plan to do some refitting/remodelling, some great ideas here and very nicely executed...

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      David thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a fun comment! We checked out your channel and Subscribed so we can follow your sailing adventures as well. Thank you for sharing your boat with us. We love it when we can connect with our viewers!

  • @deanmerculief6326
    @deanmerculief6326 5 лет назад

    Extremely well thought out and everything you did serves a purpose. I found this channel while looking for ways to improve your boat and how people work with a surveyor to fix issues found during a survey.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      We are glad that you found our video and are happy to hear you enjoyed the work that we put into our boat. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to leave us a great comment!

  • @Upnorthof48
    @Upnorthof48 6 лет назад +3

    Well done! Very well thought out. Ericsson should take heed. Cheers!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you very much! It was a lot of hard work that we feel has paid off for us. Thanks for leaving us a comment and for watching our videos, we really appreciate it!

  • @JP-xy8dq
    @JP-xy8dq 4 года назад

    One of the best boat\upgrade tours on RUclips. Great explanation for all!

  • @brandtdetering8486
    @brandtdetering8486 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing all your great details. Your boat is very well planned out.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thanks for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a great comment! We really appreciate your support!

  • @williambailey5405
    @williambailey5405 5 лет назад +1

    I've always been a small - ish cruising boat fan. I believe that if done correctly they are all that most couples need. And, you have taken a very good basic desingned boat and done it up right. Congatulations.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much for your kind words and support! We are happy we get to share our boat with so many people and love it when we can connect with our viewers.

  • @psmithrpm
    @psmithrpm 6 лет назад +4

    Some brilliant mods. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Strippz
    @Strippz 6 лет назад +1

    Nice tour,lots of great upgrades!
    Thanks for taking the time to make a quality presentation.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We are glad that you found our videos!

  • @edmilsonsilva7283
    @edmilsonsilva7283 5 лет назад +2

    Congratulations,you did a fantastic upgrade.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a comment!

  • @artsmith103
    @artsmith103 3 года назад

    I have a trailer sailor 26ft, but you gave me some things to think about. Fantastic job. Congratulations!

  • @ironwarehouse
    @ironwarehouse 2 года назад

    You're on a next level. Absolutely the best refit on RUclips.
    Well done!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  Год назад

      Thank you for watching and for taking the time to comment! We really appreciate it.

  • @GulfCoastTim
    @GulfCoastTim 4 года назад +1

    That is a very well equipped boat. Great job!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thank you. We are proud of the hard work we put into our tiny home. Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a great comment!

  • @andrejens1
    @andrejens1 5 лет назад +1

    Great upgrades, thanks for sharing! Fair winds and greetings from SV Bedúin, Norway.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Hello SV Beduin from Norway! Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us such a fun comment! We love being able to connect with our viewers and really appreciate your kind support!

  • @Jmmondeau
    @Jmmondeau 6 лет назад +1

    You did a wonderful job of building your boat up. I've done many of the same things on my 27 footer but did not publish it. Great job.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      That's awesome! It's made such a huge difference on our boat. Thanks for leaving us a comment and for watching our videos!

  • @fissh29
    @fissh29 7 лет назад +4

    just found your channel...great tour, one of the best I've seen...look forward to seeing more...need all the help I can get...favorable winds

  • @scable-eq7bp
    @scable-eq7bp 5 лет назад +1

    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW, so many cool upgrades, love the water maker design, that was one of my biggest concerns when we started planning our trip to the Bahamas on our Dana 24, having enough water and knowing that to purchase water in the bahamas can get expensive, so we purchased a Rainman Portable Watermaker, great little unit, takes up very little space, is powered by a honda engine and makes 37 gallons of water per hour, the only other big change we did, was do away with the marine head and all the plumbing and installed a composting toilet....

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us an awesome comment! We really appreciate your support! It sounds like you also have a great set up on your boat! We love it when we can connect with our viewers and get excited when we hear other people with small boats planning their sailing adventures. We knew that we would want to sail to further out Islands and wanted to have the freedom to stay there for as long as we wanted. Having a water maker aboard allowed us to do just that. Do you document your sailing trips and share them online? We would love to follow your story if you do.

  • @richardshade7052
    @richardshade7052 4 года назад

    Your the first sailing channel that Ive seen that keeps a firearm onboard! A shotgun is a great boat gun too! Merica!! lol

  • @peterfigueroa8807
    @peterfigueroa8807 5 лет назад +1

    Absolutely awesome tour Sir! I am looking for a 38 Ericson at the moment and was just thrilled to have bumped into your channel. Keep em coming your guys are future Utube stars!!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us an awesome comment! We really appreciate your support! The Ericson's really are great boats! Let us know when you find yours and if you ever plan on sharing your adventures on it. We would love to follow along.

  • @RobertVinet
    @RobertVinet 6 лет назад +3

    Just found your channel. Impressive set of upgrades. Well thought out.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Welcome to our sailing adventure! Thank you so much for leaving us a comment and for watching our videos, we really appreciate it! We post a new video every Sunday and still have a lot more to share (:

  • @mildmitch
    @mildmitch 6 лет назад +1

    , Fantastic Tour! I appreciate all you have done and showing us. You have a great boat and made so many improvements. Thank you!
    Mitchell

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our video and for leaving us such a great comment! We have loved being able to share this video, along with all of the others with everyone and are glad to have you along for the journey!

  • @hackledrummer1543
    @hackledrummer1543 6 лет назад +1

    My current passion is refurbing a 20' 'Trailer Sailer' as we call them in this part of the world (pocket cruiser in America?) Always looking for good, smaller yacht, ideas. Your video is awesome! Plenty of inspiration right here!!!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We appreciate you leaving us a comment and for watching our videos! Good luck with your projects, we hope it all turns out great!

  • @edwardfinn4141
    @edwardfinn4141 6 лет назад +1

    And that Aluminium rudder and shaft is epic!

  • @martinulrichsen8578
    @martinulrichsen8578 6 лет назад +1

    Truly great work! You have made a really solid pocket cruiser! I am always looking for ideas for my 31ft HR Monsun offshore cruiser, and found your work and enthusiasm most inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
    Best regards from Norway.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Martin, thank you so much! We are so glad that you found our videos and that you like what we did to our boat. We really appreciate you leaving us a comment and letting us know where you're from! It's so exciting to connect with people who share our same interests. Happy Sailing! Thanks for watching.

  • @megaluckydog1212
    @megaluckydog1212 2 года назад

    its like you're an engineer but more like an artist. will be using this as a guide for my refit.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  Год назад

      It is always refreshing to me when people recognize and appreciate Randall's talents. You get him! Thanks for watching and for commenting. Also, let us know if you have any questions in the future. We try our best to respond when we can. You might get a quicker response if you message us on Instagram.

  • @outlyingdatapoint8563
    @outlyingdatapoint8563 4 года назад +1

    Well done! Really like the sugar scoop on the transom, you have some great skills!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thank you! We really appreciate you watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a great comment! We really appreciate it.

    • @luisromanlegionaire
      @luisromanlegionaire 4 года назад

      @@SailingTurtle Where and how did you pick up all your skills and know how?

  • @JoelWelter
    @JoelWelter 6 лет назад

    .....and now I need to watch your beginning videos. Nice tour!!!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Hey thanks for watching our video and for leaving us a comment! We hope you like the rest of our videos. We post a new video every Sunday and still have a lot more to share!

  • @aldoacitelli
    @aldoacitelli 6 лет назад +1

    I love that enormous wrist watch. You can see that from across the room

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Randall very much likes his Nixon 51-30 (It also tells the tide) hahaha ;) Thank you so much for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment! We appreciate you being part of our adventure!

  • @johngagne33
    @johngagne33 3 года назад +1

    Really great job with everything and excellent work!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  2 года назад

      Thank you! We appreciate you watching our video and for taking the time to reach out to us!

  • @toddr2265
    @toddr2265 5 лет назад +1

    GREAT TOUR!! You've given me a lot of ideas for my future boat. Thank you

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Happy to hear! Thank you so much for watching our videos and for leaving us a great comment!

  • @neemguy81
    @neemguy81 5 лет назад +1

    Best tour ive seen thus far.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you! We really appreciate your support!

  • @edwardfinn4141
    @edwardfinn4141 6 лет назад +1

    Great modifications and safety tips!

  • @christophertanner8057
    @christophertanner8057 4 года назад

    what a little beaut is a picture from outside,just love

  • @scottcravens9454
    @scottcravens9454 6 лет назад +1

    What a nicely and well thought out set up on yalls boat! Thanks for the video!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you, and Thanks for watching our videos!

  • @fedsengineeringhelitechccs2468
    @fedsengineeringhelitechccs2468 6 лет назад +2

    Fantastic, you have covered points Ive overlooked in the past. Would like to see more details on your window hatch grill. Great job :)

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you! The hinged security bars on the forward hatch are secured with an all stainless marine-grade padlock and retains enough size in the hatch opening that we can still crawl through for egress or to shove a spinnaker through the hatch etc. It's a pretty simple addition, but gives us both peace of mind both on and off the boat to be able to leave the hatch open and still have security. I welded it out of aluminum scrapes that were lying around the shop, but it could be built out of any material a person has available to them and has the ability to work with. I could have just as easily cut it out of 3/4'' marine-grade plywood coated with epoxy, paint, etc. Thanks for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment! We appreciate you being part of our adventure!

    • @fedsengineeringhelitechccs2468
      @fedsengineeringhelitechccs2468 6 лет назад +1

      @@SailingTurtle So new to replying to comments, only realized what the "BELL" symbol means :(
      Thanks for replying back to me. Will be looking at doing something similar to my boat. Will continue watching your videos.

  • @wayoutsailing7443
    @wayoutsailing7443 5 лет назад +1

    Nice boat and great work!
    I'm on the beginning of this way.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to connect with us! We are so excited for you! It looks like a great boat! We can't wait to see all that you will do with her and the places you will go. Good luck and Fair Winds!

    • @wayoutsailing7443
      @wayoutsailing7443 5 лет назад

      ​@@SailingTurtle Thank you too.
      Yes, I have a lot of job here, just need to "keep putting one foot in front of the other".

  • @MrHAPPYHAWAIIAN
    @MrHAPPYHAWAIIAN 6 лет назад +1

    I’m in awe. Biggest watch I have ever seen.😀

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment, we really appreciate it!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Randall very much likes his Nixon 51-30 (It also tells the tide) hahaha ;)

  • @brucebaldy
    @brucebaldy 4 года назад +2

    nice run thru. Sounds like you've kept busy. The solar cells look small for the juice puting out, cool.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thanks for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us a good comment. We needed to go with small solar panels because we din't have an enough space available for larger sized panels, and we didn't want a large contraption built above to cockpit. It also meant that if one panels got shaded, it only stoped a small portion of solar energy instead of losing an entire large pannel's worth. We got plenty of energy and never felt limited on power.

  • @grahamsgoneagain
    @grahamsgoneagain 5 лет назад +1

    This boat is freaking awesome. Super jealous

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us an awesome comment! We really appreciate it!

  • @popsboatsnhotrods
    @popsboatsnhotrods 3 года назад

    I miss your videos and I hope you both are doing well in life. I love boating and I watch lots of RUclips videos and I miss looking through you guys window of life.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      We miss it too! We CAN'T WAIT to get back out on the water! We watch a lot of sailing youtube vides too, just dreaming and waiting for our next adventure to start. The past couple of years have been rough with little adventure in our lives; 2020 didn't help the situation at all... BUT we are doing great! We have been working hard, going to school and saving our pennies to purchase our next sailboat. And when we do you know there will be plenty more fun videos to come! Thanks for watching our content and for reaching out to us. Your message meant a lot to us.

  • @Jolie_sailor
    @Jolie_sailor 5 лет назад +2

    Tnx for sharing your ingenuity. Great set of ideas. Subscribed

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us such a great comment! We really appreciate your support and are so glad to have you along for our epic sailing adventure!

  • @andredc9583
    @andredc9583 4 года назад +1

    Lots of very practical solutions! THANKS :)

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thanks! We appreciate you watching our videos and for taking the time to reach out to us!

  • @mboyer68
    @mboyer68 3 года назад +1

    The exhaust water temp alarm is brilliant. I find it amazing that in 2020 the best impeller design still relies on a rubber (I know, they're usually neoprene) impeller. Rubber is an old silly term so it's fitting for this comment. With so much at stake, the health, or should I say the death of your marine engine, a silly $20 rubber impeller is all that stands between a healthy cool engine and an engine with a warped cylinder head or worse. And you're right, the engine temp gauge doesn't work to prevent engine damage, it's too late. All marine engines that rely on rubber impellers for bringing cooling water to the engine should have some sort of alarm like you showed for when the impeller shits the bed. 99.99% of the time, if you replace the impeller as per manufacturer specs you'll have no problems. But when you have a boat that doesn't get used a lot, maintenance schedules get...complicated. I really like your approach to everything on your boat. I'm very handy, I do everything myself...i never have anyone fix anything except standing rigging, but I'm learning from you! Thank you

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      Thanks for the comment, we treat our boats very much like airplanes; replacing or rebuilding important systems long before they expire. I typically replace the rubber impeller every spring, but like you, I still don't trust it. I debated between the temperature alarm and a flow sensor alarm, which can also be installed in-line with the raw water flow. The flow sensor alarm would probably give earlier warning, but has a real potential for a clog from debris. In the end, we were happy with the added sense of security. Thanks again for watching our videos! We really appreciate it and love it when we can connect with our viewers!

  • @andredc9583
    @andredc9583 3 года назад +1

    Many very nice solutions that I will definitely consider on My boat :) Thanks..

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching and for commenting. We are very proud to how Turtle turned out and are happy to share with everyone! Good luck with your boat and fair winds!

  • @lespr52
    @lespr52 5 лет назад +1

    Excellent job. Great improvements.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you. We really appreciate you taking the time to watch our videos and to leave us a great comment!

  • @timmodavis3893
    @timmodavis3893 5 лет назад +1

    Great job this is the best setup I have seen on any boat!! please do more video thank you

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We really appreciate your support and for watching our videos! We are happy we get to share our boat with so many people.

  • @kimberblake4215
    @kimberblake4215 6 лет назад +1

    Damn, that was a great video. Educational and informative. Great additions and improvements. Thank you.

  • @richardthomas9263
    @richardthomas9263 6 лет назад +1

    What an informative and detailed video, thank you so much for sharing.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you for watching! We appreciate you leaving us a comment and being part of our sailing adventure!

  • @mboyer68
    @mboyer68 3 года назад +1

    I was just about to suggest that you add an alternate companion way opening mechanism from the inside just in case something happens to the primary opening mechanism...and then you described the secondary option you had designed and installed! Excellent! I don't know what you do as a profession, but you're an engineer at heart, you're a engineer by design, you're an engineer whether you like it or not!
    When you were "all done" with your upgrades, did you create a new owners manual or training manual? You really should if you haven't yet. Creating a new, updated, extremely detailed safety section and having every crew member, even young children if they're aboard frequently, do safety drills, could get you a reduced general liability rate.
    From what I see of your work, I don't think anything that you build that's designed to float, will sink, unless you build a submarine.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching our videos and for taking the time to reach out to us in the comments! It's always nice when someone fully comprehends the thought and ingenuity that goes into these upgrades. I really was truly proud of that companionway latch system and it worked so incredibly well, our next boat is definitely getting the same treatment. (We are currently boat shopping for our next adventure.)

  • @margiegandy9189
    @margiegandy9189 6 лет назад +1

    I seriously think you thought of everything! Wow!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thank you! We have no regrets and love how livable Turtle has been for us! Thanks for watching and leaving us a comment! We really appreciate it!

  • @brucewatkins9410
    @brucewatkins9410 6 лет назад +1

    I just found your channel and have been watching your videos. I am looking for a trailerable vessel that is blue water capable. I recently retired from the Army and am now working a civilian job but am trying to do something similar to what you're doing. Very respectable work on the boat. Lots of great ideas. Congratulations.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Sweet! Welcome to our channel! We are so glad that you found us and that you have been enjoying our videos so far! We try to post a new video every Sunday and still have quite a bit more to share. We are stoked to hear that you are looking for a boat! There are a lot to choose from. We wish you all the best in finding the perfect one for you and getting out on the water soon! =D Thanks!

  • @vidguy007
    @vidguy007 6 лет назад +3

    My friend replaced his windows much like you did, but the flex from the boat under load showed him exactly why he should have stuck with the old frames. Your experience may vary.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Hey thanks for watching our videos and for leaving a comment! sorry to hear about your friends window troubles.

  • @88888gerald
    @88888gerald 6 лет назад +1

    amazingly attentive to detail....thanks for sharing..

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thanks for watching and for leaving us a comment! =D

  • @darrenjohnson
    @darrenjohnson 7 лет назад +1

    Great Video and excellent work on all the upgrades!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Thanks Darren! We really appreciate it.

  • @MrFruitstick
    @MrFruitstick 6 лет назад +2

    Wow amazing job! I have learnt so much from this vid! Thank you 😊

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you! We are glad to hear that. We appreciate you watching our videos and for leaving us a comment!

  • @austinadams1732
    @austinadams1732 4 года назад +1

    so many good ideas in here. I probably won't include a shotgun in mine, but if it makes you feel safe go for it!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Hey thanks for watching our videos and for taking the time to connect with us here in the comments. We really appreciate your support!

  • @matheusafrancez
    @matheusafrancez 5 лет назад +1

    great solutions, buddy! keep sailing

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  4 года назад

      Thanks mate! We appreciate you watching our videos.

  • @fldallyb
    @fldallyb 5 лет назад +2

    Amazing video and a great job on your boat! And If you internationally gave this video a thumbs down I’m pretty sure you need to seek professional help because you must have some serious underlying problems that you need to work out.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Thank you so much! We've noticed that it is easy to accidentally thumbs up or down a video when using a mobile device when trying to swipe up or down on the screen hahaha, so we really don't know how many were intentional or not, but Yeah we totally appreciate that you understand and have respect for the hard work that was put into our upgrades! We really appreciate you watching our videos and for taking the time to leave us such an amazing comment!

    • @fldallyb
      @fldallyb 5 лет назад +1

      Sailing Turtle26 Hey guys, Roughly where are you all currently?

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  5 лет назад

      Well, currently we are back to reality and back to work, saving money and trying to plan our next big adventure!

  • @pashhunter5965
    @pashhunter5965 4 года назад +1

    Incredible boat man!!!!

  • @MusicGodsNFT
    @MusicGodsNFT 3 года назад +2

    What a great video! Thank you! Another new subscriber!

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed our video enough to subscribe. We are hoping to have new content in the future.

  • @ltGargoyle
    @ltGargoyle 6 лет назад +1

    i like the moveable kitchen counter system. A fully thought out system.

    • @SailingTurtle
      @SailingTurtle  6 лет назад

      Yeah it is nice to have the extra counter space when we need it without it being in the way all the time. Thanks for watching our videos and for leaving us a comment!