This was a very unexpected discovery, but one that was great to find whilst out of the water, rather than half way across an ocean! Would you have dropped it too with this much play?
Yes..I would..especially after some second opinions telling it is too much like happened with you. Great job done with some ohh glorious hacking, sanding, epoxy and fiberglass..absoluty!! I admired!!🎉❤And even being completly yummie on icecreams😂😊I had needed some external motivators to get me through this...already worrying that this would not be my first serious 'gulp' discovery at my boat (although that is a 'life-damaging' thingy..so maybe I became a fierce warrior dealing with it in force😅🎉)
Yes, that was the right call for safety and peace of mind! I'm just wondering... Being epoxied now, and noticeably heavier, would the eight bolts on the skeg be sufficient for the weight or should you replace them with some bigger, sturdier ones??. 🙄🤔
Yes, without question. There are very few things that are so catastrophic that, if they occur on passage, a jury rigged solution can’t be employed to get a boat to land…albeit slowly. A lost rudder is one of the few things that instantly make a boat completely uncontrollable and because of the hydrodynamic forces of constant wave action it is extremely difficult to manufacture a sufficiently durable or effective alternative. You’ve now seen first hand how robust the original construction was, so you’ll entirely appreciate the problem of coming up with an alternative that would have even limited durability and be able to hold the boat on any sort of course. Well done, it looks like a fair long term fix and you’ll be able to pick up on any shape tuning that it might need at any time you lift her again in the future. Cheers and again, well done! R.😎👍🍻
Your approach of “do it once, do it well” is very good; by far the best way to go. You’ll want to have complete confidence when you are crossing an ocean.
Fell across this video when convalescing from a crappy Rheumatism flare up in the rainy and cold U.K. Well done kids (I say kids as I am in my 70’s and anyone 10 years plus younger, middle age and now old age. than me are kids)! I know you will be able to look back on this in your old age with humour and enjoyment. I had many similar adventures in my youth and I am now reaping the physical consequences so take care but above all love each other and enjoy your youth. For future reference passing a blow lamp or heat gun over epoxy can remove lots of bubbles
You two are making videos which are getting better and better. The balance between pictures and talk is good and the editing is worth every minute you put into it. Keep it up!
I am a retired engineer and sailer . Boats always deliver surprises, better found on the hard than in a 40knot blow with the rocky bit to leeward! You fix it and stop having to worry about it. I think you two did up a really good boatyard fix!
We would have been thinking about the rudder for the rest of this coming season if we didn't drop and fit it in Aruba. Thank you, that means a lot to us!
The man who said “you always open a can of worms on a boat when you do something” I felt that in my soul haha. Keep at it. You’ll be back on the water.
That look like a little bit much play. And you should be able to fill that sailing. It'll feel like cavitation on the ruder. And it will only get worse over time. And I am sorry for your luck. Yes I will try to get that fixed sooner than later. There's a lot of things you can do without on a boat. But a rudder ant it. I'm just discovering your channel, I'm going to subscribe and see how it goes for yalll. And good luck to y'all. Everything will be worth it once you get yourself into the water. Life will be good just keep a smile on your face. Just think you could be in a apartment watching TV. Thinking what you can do with your life. Saying coulda, woulda, should have !!!!!
First, thank you for such a long video to cover the whole process. Lots of extra work on your part. I must admit that I had my fingers crossed at the start of the project in hopes that it would be an easy fix. We are now certain that my finger crossing is of no real value. Sorry. Points for trying? 😁I thought the older gentleman nailed it. You open a can of worms whenever you start a boat project. Well done you two. Stay safe. Love the channel. ❤🙏
Beck and Zack, it always happens eh. Once you think you are basically finished your work and ready to splash in within days you find another job bigger than you anticipated. You both did an amazing rebuild of your rudder and thankfully some great people to help in the marina. Hopefully once you complete the little touches of the rudder and refit back in. That should hopefully be it fingers crossed. You two have come a long way since departing the UK I'd say hooray. I'm no poet, but you know it. Okay I'll stop lol looking forward to next video and seeing the finished product and hopefully splash back in.
Bless you Mrs Becka 🙏 it looks like you are going to be adopted by the boatyard Kitty 😸and your training is coming along nicely , fetching water and giving loving cuddles and pettings to your new owner 🙏😸😺
Zack/Becca, I have followed you during your search and since, I feel like you are living my dream. I have noticed that boat work always devolved into been more work than first thought, just the nature of boats and their environment. With your rudder repair, doing the fill with thickened epoxy one of you had said the job wasn't perfect, but it worked, its hidden behind layers of fiberglass, so it was as perfect as it needed to be. Hope the rest of your shore time goes exceedingly well and you get back to chasing waves.
Massive respect to take that project on. I would have been stressing out like nobody’s business! You seemed to take it in your stride. Seemingly you could now accomplish almost anything! 😊 well done.. how far you have come!
Thank you ..really enjoy your videos and the detail you put into them as well. Especially like the shot of your “ emotional support kitty”. Marvelous job guys, keep up the good work.. very glad you identified the rudder issue and addressed it properly.!!
Great job fixing that rudder. I love the look that Becka gets in her eyes while talking about tackling a largely unknown project such as this one. You really get up for the challenge, Becka, and it's so refreshing to watch. I also enjoy that you guys respect the quality of the initial work that went into building that yacht. That rudder came apart hard because it was so well built. You have a quality home in Teulu. Good episode. Stay well my friends!!
Hi loved the blog, best to things when they are spotted as it takes out some of the worry when sailing in rough seas, but Becka your a bad lass not using glasses when using the grinder!!. Bet it’s already fitted by now but I would use some molybdenum or dry graphite spray on the bare shaft seal, it all helps prevent corrosion plus it lubs. Any way nice blog, splash next week?? 👍👍🇬🇧🏴☠️
Loss of the rudder would be a major potential disaster. So glad you chose to fix it now. Well done on another major project completed. Safe sailing to Columbia, and then on to Panama! 😊
Outstanding! You two show good common sense in fixing the rudder and amazing skill, determination and patience. We know it’s not all fun and sunshine out there, so thanks for showing us the real sailing life. Cheers and Merry Christmas.
Wow....now that was an enjoyable and educational video!! I love understanding how mechanical fixtures work and watching a rebuild. That was quite the job and impressive considering you two were doing yourselves! I am loving this adventure that you two are on. I told my wife of 39 years tonight that instead of going the traditional route of settling down and having kids right away, maybe this was something we should have considered!! She just smiled at me.
Great job on the rudder rebuild! When we talked in Annapolis, I mentioned we just bought a new rudder for our 36' boat, which was nearly $4000, so you saved at least that much by doing it yourself. That's a lot of provisions, good choice.
A really good job well done. Adding those small gussets was brilliant. I hope that when you get to installing the rudder that the key in the shaft is a good snug fit, tap in with a hammer snug so when you bolt it up it is absolutely solid. BTW that rudder head came apart beautifully. I anticipated you having to grind it loose and make new parts.
The reason for your success is exemplified in this excellent video. You have a common mind set with a meticulous approach to resolving issues on an older boat. I have never seen a rudder stripped down like that before to resolve a small amount of 'play' in it. Great work!
A good decision to drop the rudder and to give you such peace of mind. It doesn’t matter what it looks like inside as you are covering it with layers of fibreglass, so it is pretty enough. You have both done a great job of repairing the rudder! Hopefully, any other projects you have will be a bit easier. Best wishes from Bonnie Scotland 🏴
I tend to put repair videos into the "watching paint dry" category, but this was one was fascinating, especially as I began thinking the rudder might not be worth repairing. You proved me wrong and made a fantastic job of it. You were 100 per cent right to drop & inspect it: the fingers on that rudder post looked knackered.
Once again you both have approached the rudder concern in what has become a Z&B approach, logically, thoroughly, frugally, and cost consciously. The experiences of all these projects will make it all that more enjoyable on your future voyages as you become more confident with Teulu, and knowing the inner bowels of this vessel which will convert into a greater confidence , and less fear as to where you can take her. She will take both of you to "who knows where" interesting places around the globe.Good luck and always enjoy your "weekly".
Wow, that was a big one. I hope it all works perfectly for you. You two are so impressive the way you go about solving problems. These learning experiences, taking on new challenges are going to serve you well for a lifetime. I feel like a parent looking on, watching you two grow stronger together.
I know its been a lot of hard work, emotion and pain, but it'll all be worth it! You've done excellent work, and made ol' Teulu a safer and better home than before! I've loved the boat yard videos, but this though was quite scary to watch tbh. a huge job, with a very successful completion you both should feel very proud. It's amazing seeing how far you've both come through your journey, be safe and all the best to you.🙏
You two are smart beyond your years. I am very impressed with the go-getter attitude that you both have making a very smart decision while you were on the hard to take the time to pull that rudder and fix it right. A lot of people would have said well it's not really that bad You know we can let it go for a while but you two decided now is the time which was a very smart decision. I think the sky is the limit for both of you You're both very smart not afraid to venture into something that you've not done before reminds me a lot of myself I would rather try and tackle something myself then pay to have it done. Knowing your limit is key. God bless Hope you soon got the boat in the water and may you have many happy healthy and prosperous years to come Great job kids
Genuinely impressed with your work so far. The rudder job being right up there in terms of applying skill sets and not to put too fine a point on it… ballsy! A big job to take on which many wouldn’t have even attempted on their own. Well done to you both.
omg my heart drop and so sad to see that your rudder was moving you but so much hard work determination and patience at least you have peace of mind now well done to you both luv u loads and thx
Boat School For The Win imho. ❤ Rudder Play can be bad news for over working the autopilot, and reducing Weatherhelm feedback sensitivity feel for nice and early depowering of the Sails. It's a big part of why I will ever have a boat with Twin Rudders tbh. Never been a fan of Balsa or Plywood Sandwich laminate anything on a boat either. Best Wishes. Bob. ❤
My goodness. I’m in awe at your ‘ we can do this ‘ attitude. I take my hat off to you both. I would be aching for a week if I had to drop and refit my rudder. Would be a good time to have a go with your emergency tiller in case you lose steerage or the quadrant fails. Either that or treat yourselves to a slap up meal as a well done us treat !
@@TeuluTribe big day for me today. The repainted re rigged mast gets stepped today then I’m splashing and tuning. If there’s any issues I’m stuck here till after Christmas so 🤞
Landlubber Grandfather from Colorado, living vicariously with trepidation but mostly elation seeing your adventure, determination, and passion. Stream some Avalanche ice hockey for a change of pace, and we'll all keep watching you, with strongest regards!
Fantastic job guys, your team work is amazing and you deserve all the success you have. It is not purely the physical but also the mental effort you put in, also your vlogging is getting better and better. Xxx
Even if you would have found out it wasn’t bad it still would have been worth it. You can’t sleep knowing that you don’t know if the rudder is going to fall apart. At the beginning I was almost talking to the tv. Telling you to take it apart. lol. You did a great job.
That was a serious amount of thickened epoxy!! My arm was tired just thinking about mixing it also well done on a great repair and exceptional shaping to get the profile with the epoxy! You saved yourself many sanding hours with those 'icing' skills.
Love how you guys aren't shy about tackling the tricky but essential maintenance jobs on the boat yourselves ... saving cash and learning so much on the way ... good luck with the final fit and looking forward to seeing you splash in next weeks episode
There are so many things I love about your channel . If I had to pick only one thing for this episode, it would have to be your great and inspiring attitude. Love you guys. Happy Holidays to everybody.
First time viewer, not sure how I’ve missed you but this video was super helpful and encouraging. If the time comes to do this job, I’ll have a great reference point. Thanks!
Life sends us challenges and you have both risen to the challenge and overcome it with growing confidence and determination. Well done to you both, super determination 👏👏👏
Knowledge is a lot better than cash, learning all the things about your boat by fixing it yourself is a lot better than paying someone to fix it for you because the lessons gained from failures and success in repairs will stay with you forever and could be applied in other areas as well. There is no end to the pursuit of knowledge and experience. Well done. I can really see it in your facial expressions. Just my two cents of an advice though, people sometimes tend to overdo (overfix) a problem, just because a certain material is technologically better does not mean it IS better, It may be heavier (disturbing the boat weight distribution), or be a different metal in reference to the main metal in your boat (enhancing corrosion). Please do not fall into the trap of overfixing and just do what is necessary.
Super job guys and you didn’t let it put you off your stride. You never know what you will find inside rudders but you have done a great job of a sound repair. No matter how well made rudders are prone to water ingress but apart from the corrosion and the loose tangs yours looked pretty sound. It will feel so much better steering now. Great to see the cat keeping you company for those moments when you felt you needed some comfort, nothing like a chilled furry friend to help you relax. Take care and look forward to seeing you put the rudder back and get in the water. Andy UK
Cheers Andy! I'm glad it turned out how it did in the end. It already feels much better when we are under sail😁 Not long until we are back in now, see you next week.
You guys are totally awesome. I love the attention to detail and the effort you put into doing things right. There will come a dark and stormy night while on a long passage when you will feel safe and confident because of the work you’ve put into this rudder repair. Well done! Safe journeys.
Great video / You are a very talented couple / stay positive and remember it is not the destination but the journey that makes the destination that much better.
Bloody great job! I stumbled upon your channel about a month ago. I’ve gone back to the beginning and got all caught up. What an amazing journey. Really proud of everything you guys have done and accomplished. Looking forward to next week already
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This was a very unexpected discovery, but one that was great to find whilst out of the water, rather than half way across an ocean! Would you have dropped it too with this much play?
You saved yourself heartache later by biting the bullet now, well done you bloody did it! ✊🏻🏴
Yes..I would..especially after some second opinions telling it is too much like happened with you. Great job done with some ohh glorious hacking, sanding, epoxy and fiberglass..absoluty!! I admired!!🎉❤And even being completly yummie on icecreams😂😊I had needed some external motivators to get me through this...already worrying that this would not be my first serious 'gulp' discovery at my boat (although that is a 'life-damaging' thingy..so maybe I became a fierce warrior dealing with it in force😅🎉)
Yes, that was the right call for safety and peace of mind!
I'm just wondering...
Being epoxied now, and noticeably heavier, would the eight bolts on the skeg be sufficient for the weight or should you replace them with some bigger, sturdier ones??. 🙄🤔
Yes, without question.
There are very few things that are so catastrophic that, if they occur on passage, a jury rigged solution can’t be employed to get a boat to land…albeit slowly.
A lost rudder is one of the few things that instantly make a boat completely uncontrollable and because of the hydrodynamic forces of constant wave action it is extremely difficult to manufacture a sufficiently durable or effective alternative.
You’ve now seen first hand how robust the original construction was, so you’ll entirely appreciate the problem of coming up with an alternative that would have even limited durability and be able to hold the boat on any sort of course.
Well done, it looks like a fair long term fix and you’ll be able to pick up on any shape tuning that it might need at any time you lift her again in the future.
Cheers and again, well done! R.😎👍🍻
Yep, right call! Great repair job ! better than new!
Your approach of “do it once, do it well” is very good; by far the best way to go. You’ll want to have complete confidence when you are crossing an ocean.
Great work guys, just remember, when your 500 miles offshore, in rough sea's you will not be worrying about your rudder..
Fell across this video when convalescing from a crappy Rheumatism flare up in the rainy and cold U.K. Well done kids (I say kids as I am in my 70’s and anyone 10 years plus younger, middle age and now old age. than me are kids)! I know you will be able to look back on this in your old age with humour and enjoyment. I had many similar adventures in my youth and I am now reaping the physical consequences so take care but above all love each other and enjoy your youth. For future reference passing a blow lamp or heat gun over epoxy can remove lots of bubbles
You two are making videos which are getting better and better. The balance between pictures and talk is good and the editing is
worth every minute you put into it. Keep it up!
Loved seeing your new fuzzy boat yard assistant!!
I am a retired engineer and sailer . Boats always deliver surprises, better found on the hard than in a 40knot blow with the rocky bit to leeward! You fix it and stop having to worry about it. I think you two did up a really good boatyard fix!
We would have been thinking about the rudder for the rest of this coming season if we didn't drop and fit it in Aruba. Thank you, that means a lot to us!
Absolutely right!
3 min 35. But safer……
Possibly one of the best episode yet! Well done
You are the new Matt and Amy looking forward to following next adventure
From France, only one word: a great bravo!! 🍾👍
Honestly, you are my favorite sailing channel. I never miss a week
Awww you're too kind Jack. Thank you☺️
The man who said “you always open a can of worms on a boat when you do something” I felt that in my soul haha. Keep at it. You’ll be back on the water.
That look like a little bit much play. And you should be able to fill that sailing. It'll feel like cavitation on the ruder. And it will only get worse over time. And I am sorry for your luck. Yes I will try to get that fixed sooner than later. There's a lot of things you can do without on a boat. But a rudder ant it. I'm just discovering your channel, I'm going to subscribe and see how it goes for yalll. And good luck to y'all. Everything will be worth it once you get yourself into the water. Life will be good just keep a smile on your face. Just think you could be in a apartment watching TV. Thinking what you can do with your life. Saying coulda, woulda, should have !!!!!
Awesome job, that rudder is now officially bombproof!!! :)
First, thank you for such a long video to cover the whole process. Lots of extra work on your part. I must admit that I had my fingers crossed at the start of the project in hopes that it would be an easy fix. We are now certain that my finger crossing is of no real value. Sorry. Points for trying? 😁I thought the older gentleman nailed it. You open a can of worms whenever you start a boat project. Well done you two. Stay safe. Love the channel. ❤🙏
You guys made an excellent decision repairing the rudder. This is better than later having to say "what if"
I love how you two handle boat projects...together.
Beck and Zack, it always happens eh. Once you think you are basically finished your work and ready to splash in within days you find another job bigger than you anticipated. You both did an amazing rebuild of your rudder and thankfully some great people to help in the marina. Hopefully once you complete the little touches of the rudder and refit back in. That should hopefully be it fingers crossed.
You two have come a long way since departing the UK I'd say hooray. I'm no poet, but you know it. Okay I'll stop lol
looking forward to next video and seeing the finished product and hopefully splash back in.
Very well done indeed Zach and Becka!!! Outstanding achievement 👌👌🥰🥰
I never thought I could have been so enamored by a RUclipsr, thanks for the inspiration and enjoyment. I hope to one day thank you in person.
Thank you so much, you’re very generous 😊 Hopefully one day 🤞
Awesome job on the rudder looks as good as new and you now will have peace of mind
What a great piece of mind having this repaired…
Bless you Mrs Becka 🙏 it looks like you are going to be adopted by the boatyard Kitty 😸and your training is coming along
nicely , fetching water and giving loving cuddles and pettings to your new owner 🙏😸😺
That repair job was pretty well done. Great job
Terrifying you two are very brave and resourceful, I think you both give each other courage. Well done, this is beyond diy.
Wow well done guys that was a big job doing the rudder. 👍👍⛵️⛵️
Zack/Becca, I have followed you during your search and since, I feel like you are living my dream. I have noticed that boat work always devolved into been more work than first thought, just the nature of boats and their environment. With your rudder repair, doing the fill with thickened epoxy one of you had said the job wasn't perfect, but it worked, its hidden behind layers of fiberglass, so it was as perfect as it needed to be. Hope the rest of your shore time goes exceedingly well and you get back to chasing waves.
It's never as easy as you first think with boats! Fingers crossed that all that epoxy and fiberglass holds it all together. Cheers John.
Massive respect to take that project on. I would have been stressing out like nobody’s business! You seemed to take it in your stride. Seemingly you could now accomplish almost anything! 😊 well done.. how far you have come!
Good looking rudder guys!
A difficult job well done! Both of you should be very proud of your selves and your abilities!
Happy you found that issue now. Great job and attention to detail you have at doing a task. Cheers
Unbelievable how you both work magic on these boatjobs! So well done! Congratulations..
You two work so well together. Well done you x
Looks like you’ve done a super job. You’re bloody doing it !!!😊😊😊
Yours is turning into one of the best "new boat DIY fixes" accounts on RUclips. Great work guys, well done!
That was a tough job but you both got stuck in and totally nailed it, well done!!!
Thank you ..really enjoy your videos and the detail you put into them as well. Especially like the shot of your “ emotional support kitty”.
Marvelous job guys, keep up the good work.. very glad you identified the rudder issue and addressed it properly.!!
Serious Tough Guy and Gal points! Very brave fix friends.
That is such an impressive job you undertook to get it back to a proper rudder! Well done you guys! 😀☺👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👌
You should be justifiably proud of an outstanding DIY job.
Thanks Steph!!
Great job fixing that rudder. I love the look that Becka gets in her eyes while talking about tackling a largely unknown project such as this one. You really get up for the challenge, Becka, and it's so refreshing to watch. I also enjoy that you guys respect the quality of the initial work that went into building that yacht. That rudder came apart hard because it was so well built. You have a quality home in Teulu. Good episode. Stay well my friends!!
Hi loved the blog, best to things when they are spotted as it takes out some of the worry when sailing in rough seas, but Becka your a bad lass not using glasses when using the grinder!!. Bet it’s already fitted by now but I would use some molybdenum or dry graphite spray on the bare shaft seal, it all helps prevent corrosion plus it lubs. Any way nice blog, splash next week?? 👍👍🇬🇧🏴☠️
Another great job done. Hats off to you both. My cup runith over with admiration for you both. You two are certainly the Dreamteam. Well done.
Loss of the rudder would be a major potential disaster. So glad you chose to fix it now. Well done on another major project completed. Safe sailing to Columbia, and then on to Panama! 😊
We are so happy we dropped it, I'm still surprised how many people told us it would be fine to leave🤯 Thanks!
Outstanding! You two show good common sense in fixing the rudder and amazing skill, determination and patience. We know it’s not all fun and sunshine out there, so thanks for showing us the real sailing life. Cheers and Merry Christmas.
Cheers David! Thankfully we had some help from people in the yard and some sound advice from @saillife. Marry Christmas😁
Great job. Love how you jump into the unknown, keep pushing and work so well together!
Wow....now that was an enjoyable and educational video!! I love understanding how mechanical fixtures work and watching a rebuild. That was quite the job and impressive considering you two were doing yourselves! I am loving this adventure that you two are on. I told my wife of 39 years tonight that instead of going the traditional route of settling down and having kids right away, maybe this was something we should have considered!! She just smiled at me.
Great job on the rudder rebuild! When we talked in Annapolis, I mentioned we just bought a new rudder for our 36' boat, which was nearly $4000, so you saved at least that much by doing it yourself. That's a lot of provisions, good choice.
Thanks! 4000 is so much for a rudder, the epoxy and welding did add up, but nowhere near to that price, luckily!
Well done guys. Very impressed with your repair. A job well done; you should be proud of yourselves.
So glad you could get your rudder repaired and fitted! Great job! You two are amazingly resilient. Keep your chin up!
Thanks Ken, we were beyond relieved when it fitted😅
A really good job well done. Adding those small gussets was brilliant. I hope that when you get to installing the rudder that the key in the shaft is a good snug fit, tap in with a hammer snug so when you bolt it up it is absolutely solid. BTW that rudder head came apart beautifully. I anticipated you having to grind it loose and make new parts.
The reason for your success is exemplified in this excellent video. You have a common mind set with a meticulous approach to resolving issues on an older boat. I have never seen a rudder stripped down like that before to resolve a small amount of 'play' in it. Great work!
Very very impressive you two! Outstanding and well done on achieving this together 🥰🥰
A good decision to drop the rudder and to give you such peace of mind. It doesn’t matter what it looks like inside as you are covering it with layers of fibreglass, so it is pretty enough. You have both done a great job of repairing the rudder! Hopefully, any other projects you have will be a bit easier. Best wishes from Bonnie Scotland 🏴
Wow. Well done and what a bold undertaking! It’s definitely looking very “rudderish”. 😄
I tend to put repair videos into the "watching paint dry" category, but this was one was fascinating, especially as I began thinking the rudder might not be worth repairing. You proved me wrong and made a fantastic job of it. You were 100 per cent right to drop & inspect it: the fingers on that rudder post looked knackered.
Once again you both have approached the rudder concern in what has become a Z&B approach, logically, thoroughly, frugally, and cost consciously. The experiences of all these projects will make it all that more enjoyable on your future voyages as you become more confident with Teulu, and knowing the inner bowels of this vessel which will convert into a greater confidence , and less fear as to where you can take her. She will take both of you to "who knows where" interesting places around the globe.Good luck and always enjoy your "weekly".
Wow, that was a big one. I hope it all works perfectly for you. You two are so impressive the way you go about solving problems. These learning experiences, taking on new challenges are going to serve you well for a lifetime. I feel like a parent looking on, watching you two grow stronger together.
I know its been a lot of hard work, emotion and pain, but it'll all be worth it! You've done excellent work, and made ol' Teulu a safer and better home than before!
I've loved the boat yard videos, but this though was quite scary to watch tbh. a huge job, with a very successful completion you both should feel very proud.
It's amazing seeing how far you've both come through your journey, be safe and all the best to you.🙏
You two are smart beyond your years. I am very impressed with the go-getter attitude that you both have making a very smart decision while you were on the hard to take the time to pull that rudder and fix it right. A lot of people would have said well it's not really that bad You know we can let it go for a while but you two decided now is the time which was a very smart decision. I think the sky is the limit for both of you You're both very smart not afraid to venture into something that you've not done before reminds me a lot of myself I would rather try and tackle something myself then pay to have it done. Knowing your limit is key. God bless Hope you soon got the boat in the water and may you have many happy healthy and prosperous years to come Great job kids
Genuinely impressed with your work so far. The rudder job being right up there in terms of applying skill sets and not to put too fine a point on it… ballsy! A big job to take on which many wouldn’t have even attempted on their own. Well done to you both.
You guys are genuinely so inspiring. I love how you’re not afraid to do something you’ve never done before and go all in. It’s awesome.
It took Calico Skies waaaaay longer to do her rudder. I think you 2 did a brilliant job.... impressive!
omg my heart drop and so sad to see that your rudder was moving you but so much hard work determination and patience at least you have peace of mind now well done to you both luv u loads and thx
You two are so frickin' brave. Good on you.
Absolutely awesome video, I learnt a lot. More importantly it was great to see you both work together. Much appreciated from Lismore NSW Australia
Ya Folks did Good👍 Yeah, it’s a lot of extra work & time, but avoiding a Disaster must be worthwhile…Continue to Stay Safe and Enjoy 😎
Everything seems impossible...
until it is done. 😉
Well done, indeed!
Boat School For The Win imho. ❤ Rudder Play can be bad news for over working the autopilot, and reducing Weatherhelm feedback sensitivity feel for nice and early depowering of the Sails. It's a big part of why I will ever have a boat with Twin Rudders tbh. Never been a fan of Balsa or Plywood Sandwich laminate anything on a boat either. Best Wishes. Bob. ❤
Awesome and impressive job, you guys! The finished product is not just "ruddery", it's beautiful!
My goodness. I’m in awe at your ‘ we can do this ‘ attitude. I take my hat off to you both. I would be aching for a week if I had to drop and refit my rudder. Would be a good time to have a go with your emergency tiller in case you lose steerage or the quadrant fails. Either that or treat yourselves to a slap up meal as a well done us treat !
Thank you🙏 Yeah I was in bits by the time it was done. We have tested the tiller a few times before, such an important bit of kit!
@@TeuluTribe big day for me today. The repainted re rigged mast gets stepped today then I’m splashing and tuning. If there’s any issues I’m stuck here till after Christmas so 🤞
Landlubber Grandfather from Colorado, living vicariously with trepidation but mostly elation seeing your adventure, determination, and passion. Stream some Avalanche ice hockey for a change of pace, and we'll all keep watching you, with strongest regards!
Fantastic job guys, your team work is amazing and you deserve all the success you have. It is not purely the physical but also the mental effort you put in, also your vlogging is getting better and better. Xxx
Absolutely First Class Job
Even if you would have found out it wasn’t bad it still would have been worth it. You can’t sleep knowing that you don’t know if the rudder is going to fall apart. At the beginning I was almost talking to the tv. Telling you to take it apart. lol. You did a great job.
That was a serious amount of thickened epoxy!! My arm was tired just thinking about mixing it also well done on a great repair and exceptional shaping to get the profile with the epoxy! You saved yourself many sanding hours with those 'icing' skills.
You both must of had outstanding parent who instilled perseverance, determination and patience into you. They must be very proud.
Love how you guys aren't shy about tackling the tricky but essential maintenance jobs on the boat yourselves ... saving cash and learning so much on the way ... good luck with the final fit and looking forward to seeing you splash in next weeks episode
When you are in a place like Aruba you don't have much of a choice sometimes. Cheers Martin!
There are so many things I love about your channel . If I had to pick only one thing for this episode, it would have to be your great and inspiring attitude. Love you guys. Happy Holidays to everybody.
Love you guys! Stupendous job. You do excellent work. Thanks for watering the cat, Becca. Take care of yourselves and Happy Holidays! ❤
Excellent job guys. Love and be safe!🤗😘🎄🇻🇪
Wow, you have both done an amazing job there. You are learning so much in that boat yard. A really good video, always.
First time viewer, not sure how I’ve missed you but this video was super helpful and encouraging. If the time comes to do this job, I’ll have a great reference point. Thanks!
Wow you sure earned those ice creams! Amazing work & so much respect for your teamwork.
Great team work! 👌Sending blessed vibz your way 🙏
Massive boat job and well handled
Good decision to carry out the repair and well executed. Peace of mind when you're next in heavy weather.
Just started the video and I’m sweating bullets about the rudder. Loving the channel!
Very impressive diagnosis and skills in the repair! That was quite some job.
What a job. You should be very proud of yourselves for a excellent outcome. Congratulations!!!
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Well done kids, 🎉 I'm not a sailor or engineer, but proud of yas, 👍 again well done!! Keep up the good work.
Life sends us challenges and you have both risen to the challenge and overcome it with growing confidence and determination. Well done to you both, super determination 👏👏👏
Knowledge is a lot better than cash, learning all the things about your boat by fixing it yourself is a lot better than paying someone to fix it for you because the lessons gained from failures and success in repairs will stay with you forever and could be applied in other areas as well. There is no end to the pursuit of knowledge and experience. Well done. I can really see it in your facial expressions. Just my two cents of an advice though, people sometimes tend to overdo (overfix) a problem, just because a certain material is technologically better does not mean it IS better, It may be heavier (disturbing the boat weight distribution), or be a different metal in reference to the main metal in your boat (enhancing corrosion). Please do not fall into the trap of overfixing and just do what is necessary.
Problem addressed and overcome!!!!!!!... well done!!!!!!
Great job guys well done very compelling viewing.
Super job guys and you didn’t let it put you off your stride. You never know what you will find inside rudders but you have done a great job of a sound repair. No matter how well made rudders are prone to water ingress but apart from the corrosion and the loose tangs yours looked pretty sound. It will feel so much better steering now. Great to see the cat keeping you company for those moments when you felt you needed some comfort, nothing like a chilled furry friend to help you relax. Take care and look forward to seeing you put the rudder back and get in the water. Andy UK
Cheers Andy! I'm glad it turned out how it did in the end. It already feels much better when we are under sail😁 Not long until we are back in now, see you next week.
Well done so brave taking on a big project in a remote location and not getting too stressed about the consequences. 👍⛵️
You guys are totally awesome. I love the attention to detail and the effort you put into doing things right. There will come a dark and stormy night while on a long passage when you will feel safe and confident because of the work you’ve put into this rudder repair. Well done! Safe journeys.
Great video / You are a very talented couple / stay positive and remember it is not the destination but the journey that makes the destination that much better.
Great job Guys ❤
Bloody great job! I stumbled upon your channel about a month ago. I’ve gone back to the beginning and got all caught up. What an amazing journey. Really proud of everything you guys have done and accomplished. Looking forward to next week already