Prepping our 5k boat for 10 day adventure!!!

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  • Опубликовано: 12 янв 2025

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  • @richardlewis2290
    @richardlewis2290 4 года назад +208

    A couple of things to say on these videos. They contain good solid mechanical and towing advice and they don't have any profanity. So refreshing.

    • @SweatyWelder68
      @SweatyWelder68 4 года назад +10

      God Bless you my Brother!!!!! Profanity is terrible!

    • @Harry-zz2oh
      @Harry-zz2oh 4 года назад +9

      @Barry Barry They could be Democrats or even Independents. I've known people of all different political persuasions and some cuss but others don't. Myself, I much prefer no cussing; I did way too much when I was in the Army, so I've worked hard to eliminate it from my vocabulary.

    • @davidmieres1329
      @davidmieres1329 2 года назад +3

      Change the tires make them brand new and rotate them grease up the hubs and the axles and you'll be good to go

    • @russellbenson64
      @russellbenson64 Год назад +2

      Age of the trailer is important , most important is the load rating on the tire and to torque the wheel studs every couple of hundred miles when doing this hold the the bearing for heat and the tire for heat. Soft rubber is a killer. 🤞 😊
      10:31

  • @garyg5947
    @garyg5947 4 года назад +188

    Such a lucky guy to have a genuinely amazing woman as your life partner! Glass always half full, amazing smile, gorgeous eyes and such a lovely warm nature! She’s a keeper!! 👍

    • @jlj777
      @jlj777 3 года назад

      He looks like he did not get any last night the way he is towing anchor ! The dog gets more love than him that is because she is a narc and triangulates him with the animal.

    • @RockDog101
      @RockDog101 3 года назад +21

      @@jlj777 Dude, if you can't be happy with a woman like this, you can't be happy.

    • @ElioGuida
      @ElioGuida 3 года назад +7

      Glass always half full, and that´s it 4me. Amazing woman

    • @supersonic1246
      @supersonic1246 3 года назад +1

      @@ElioGuida ... yep ... :)

    • @donaldjohnson257
      @donaldjohnson257 3 года назад +2

      @@RockDog101....I would imagine he is a pretty damn cool dude too or else she wouldn't stay with his ass!!

  • @charlesoleson6616
    @charlesoleson6616 2 года назад +16

    I just started watching you two yesterday and truly enjoyed it. My wife and I bought a 28 foot Bayliner at an auction for $1,100 and planed to spend our retirement years on it but then found out my wife has cancer so our plans changed. You know what the late great John Lennon said about life it is what happens while you are making other plans. The good news is, we sold it $1,200 and didn't put a sign dime into it. It is especially cool to see you guys enjoy yourselves so much. Thanks for letting us live vicariously through you two and your family. Thanks again.
    Cher and Charlie from Casper Wyoming

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  2 года назад +2

      Thank you so much for your kind comment, Charles! 🧡 So glad you’re enjoying the videos, we send our love!

    • @calmerthanyou6180
      @calmerthanyou6180 2 года назад +1

      Vote blue for universal healthcare....
      You won't have to sell your dream or buy your health...
      Sincerely, a Spanish citizen with universal healthcare.

  • @mrgrow2417
    @mrgrow2417 4 года назад +71

    I like how they both are working together..relationship goals

  • @gelert66
    @gelert66 4 года назад +44

    When you listen to this lady and watch her husband working on the boat, they’re so informative, unpretentious and positive about what they’re doing it’s a pleasure to watch! I’m British and sometimes find the over excited boasting unwatchable, this is great!

  • @RobsterInEdmonds
    @RobsterInEdmonds 3 года назад +60

    The Bayliner 2855 is a sweet boat. It was our first "big" boat in the Pacific Northwest. We loved it so much we upgraded to a 4788! We now spend our entire summer on our boat. Hope you're still loving the 2855. :-) A couple of quick notes from a former 2855 owner: check the bilge pump to make sure it works. Mine was burned out and didn't work. It was impossible for me to remove (don't have your skillset) as it was directly under the engine. It was easy to add a new bilge pump in a low spot, wire it up and good to go. Check the holding tank vent twice a year. Bugs nest in the tube and can clog it. Clear it with compressed air or a shopvac. If your depth gauge is off, they can be set with a clearance factor. I would set ours to show 8 feet as zero depth, as shorelines rise quickly here and I wanted an early alarm. Check the rubber bellows every trip for cracks and leaks. Water leaking in there will ruin your outdrive. Finally, if you want/need navigation I downloaded software to my iPad that is awesome. I prefer Navionics for ease of use and cost, though I also use iNavX (which is beefier but much harder to use, and is overkill for the average boater). Enjoy your time on the water!

    • @mikewinchester3185
      @mikewinchester3185 3 года назад +4

      Excellent advice. Wonderful of you to share with this great couple!

    • @antonminos1737
      @antonminos1737 8 месяцев назад

      Good people get blessed 👍👍👍❤️

  • @simonress9090
    @simonress9090 3 года назад +12

    I like how positive she is about negative internet comments.

  • @ronturner6411
    @ronturner6411 4 года назад +49

    It was a great deal, but what kept me going was y’all’s personality’s. You two are perfect together thanks for bringing us along for the adventure.

  • @famillee.millairem.paquett1174
    @famillee.millairem.paquett1174 3 года назад +3

    Hey.. quick note to all boaters. Don't spend cash on StarBright cleaners (40$++) or specially boat cleaning products. They are crazy expensive. Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner/Stain Remover, (4$) works way better for a fraction of the cost. Decking, hull it's awesome. Dilute 1/1 for daily cleaning after big day on water or leave undiluted to clean nasty hull. It's sticky so let it sit on the surface for a few minutes and then scrub it in and rinse.

  • @DestinationCampground
    @DestinationCampground 4 года назад +128

    Keep the old props. You never know when you may spin one off and find yourself without. Always good to have a spare!

    • @seedlessgrapes2605
      @seedlessgrapes2605 4 года назад +5

      Yup

    • @youcanbesmartaskhow3857
      @youcanbesmartaskhow3857 4 года назад +10

      Yes. And a spare nut, they sell a floating wrench for the prop nut so you can change it in the water and prevent a possible long slow trip back to the dock with a bad shake, possibly doing more damage.

    • @seedlessgrapes2605
      @seedlessgrapes2605 4 года назад +4

      @@youcanbesmartaskhow3857 yupp... Good tip

    • @thomaspaccione8237
      @thomaspaccione8237 4 года назад +3

      The Bravo 3 props need to be changed in pairs.

    • @steviedow8117
      @steviedow8117 4 года назад +2

      Not to mention rebuilt and rebalanced is cheaper that a new one !!!!!!!!!

  • @wesbeachey5379
    @wesbeachey5379 4 года назад +23

    I love watching both of you work together repairing your boat as a team, and no foul language!!!! Blessings to both of you for the awesome videos!!! 😎

  • @williamhogg7830
    @williamhogg7830 3 года назад +6

    It may not be a WELLCRAFT, or a CHRIS CRAFT, but don't let that get you down! You have a beautiful family, your health, and each other . ENJOY THAT BOAT! GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!

  • @stormtrooper88
    @stormtrooper88 4 года назад +139

    keep the old props stowed in the boat. you never know if you will need them in an emergency. hit a submerged log in my bass boat. the trip was saved by my spare prop.

    • @mattprice37664
      @mattprice37664 4 года назад +4

      There are a ton of hacks that they can be used for on the water in a pinch!

    • @stormtrooper88
      @stormtrooper88 4 года назад +9

      @@mattprice37664 i hear that...but not everyone is built the same way. i have seen it all...lmao.. i can't count how many times i have seen boats, jet skis, etc towed back to the dock because the owners couldn't start their boat because of user error. jet ski owner/renter didn't pop the safety kill switch teather back in. bass boat towed back from a dead battery with a fully charged trolling motor battery right beside it. didn't even dawn on them to use it to start the boat. HA HA HA...boat owners plowing their boat down a lake because they had no clue to trim the motor to get on plane. thinking the trim was only for raising/lowering the motor when you put your boat in/out of the water. then the mistake everyone is guilty of doing at least once. that pesky drain plug.. lmao...take care!

    • @garymonaghan7196
      @garymonaghan7196 4 года назад

      Great advice!!!

    • @lomeygoat
      @lomeygoat 3 года назад +3

      Storm Trooper88 yes, I always carry a spare prop, just in case... and some MRE's for emergencies..

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад

      They need to check the WOT RPMs to see if the props on the new lower unit are maxing out, giving optimal top-end speed. If not, perhaps the original props should be put on the boat.

  • @roberthardy6390
    @roberthardy6390 4 года назад +82

    The little girl blowing kisses is just the cutest thing 😊

    • @leonardwalters154
      @leonardwalters154 4 года назад

      There is a old saying "never bring bananas on a boat, they invite bad juju " but I'm glad you and your family have it to enjoy

  • @Onewithsource888
    @Onewithsource888 4 года назад +20

    She's so friggin handy, Andy. What great couple. You guys are awesome.

  • @cliffdavis5244
    @cliffdavis5244 4 года назад +8

    Whaat!? Wow! A beautiful lady who knows mechanics and isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty, PLUS - she does all the editing! AMAZING! And the boats pretty nice score toO! 👍👏

  • @Mike-bo1oj
    @Mike-bo1oj 4 года назад +48

    man the youtube algorithm sure does know me. Its 3am i don't even own a boat and here i am enjoying this!

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад +1

      It's 11:35 P.M. here and I have to be up by 4:15 to run a charter. Spellbinding...

  • @thesuncollective1475
    @thesuncollective1475 2 года назад +7

    Living the life, just goes to show what you can have if you put the work in. My mechanic days are over but it's great to see you guys do it!

  • @smallwoodmatt
    @smallwoodmatt 4 года назад +106

    I wouldn’t run the boat tie down points to the wood of the trailer. Run them to the metal frame of the trailer.

    • @thomastirolflorida5363
      @thomastirolflorida5363 4 года назад +1

      wrong !

    • @jimimcintosh7796
      @jimimcintosh7796 4 года назад +4

      My concern more is the eye's of the bolrs are inboard and hull punches when loading and uploading

    • @Crazy_Worlds
      @Crazy_Worlds 4 года назад +2

      The wooden beams they attached them to look pretty substantial, but longer straps would give more elasticity and better take any shock loadings.

    • @nathanross6960
      @nathanross6960 4 года назад +6

      I agree. We've all seen the photos of the boat on the bed of the truck after a violent stop. I would recommend a u-bolt kit each side of the rear trailer frame and a CE Smith Tie-Down Bracket attached by a nut on both. $20 to ensure she stays put.

    • @BobWiersema
      @BobWiersema 4 года назад +2

      If you look at 6:10 the trailer has hoops where four straps were originally. Two in and two out. And they should be clamp straps not ratchet straps. The center straps typically cross each other for stability.

  • @barrylinkiewich9688
    @barrylinkiewich9688 4 года назад +62

    7:20 watching that hitch straighten up as you took the weight off it was sketchy AF, glad you guys got the right parts in there.
    I'm here and subscribed for a few reasons: I like boats. I like supportive spouses. I like watching other people work.

    • @TheDeezelsmoke
      @TheDeezelsmoke 4 года назад +1

      Went back and watched that again, you aren't kidding, it really was flexed. Wonder what that tongue weight is.

    • @AnthraxBird
      @AnthraxBird 4 года назад +2

      Damn I didn't even notice that. I had an 18.5ft boat w/ a single axle trailer. I couldn't lift the tongue on that, it was probly 400lbs. This boat most likely has a tongue weight of 1,000 - 1,500... At least!

    • @johncalise4858
      @johncalise4858 4 года назад

      Tongue weight is usually 10% of boat weight just a rull of thumb

    • @TheDeezelsmoke
      @TheDeezelsmoke 4 года назад +2

      Jeffrey Buerk lol, no hitch has a 5000 lb tongue rating. Class three drawbar is 500lb, Class V is around 1800 I think.

    • @barrylinkiewich9688
      @barrylinkiewich9688 4 года назад +1

      @@jeffreybuerk9426 if you watch it in full screen and slow down you'll see that the ball mount definitely flexes. There may also have been slop in the hitch adapter which would only cause more issues, if the hitch is jumping around every time the boat shifts then eventually the metal will fatigue and bend or snap.

  • @lcswartz49
    @lcswartz49 Год назад +1

    When you store your boat do you want to jack the trailer up to get the tires off the ground and you also want to bar tire covers you can get them at any RV place by Jacqueline above the ground you don’t have to wait on the tires to crack the tires

  • @dude81869
    @dude81869 4 года назад +63

    Can't beat pulling a $5000 boat with a nearly $100,000 truck 🤣🤣.....Love it

  • @martinarmstrong3233
    @martinarmstrong3233 4 года назад +11

    CHECK THE WHEEL BEARINGS ON THE TRAILER!!! Get an infrared thermometer to check them on long road trips, takes 30 seconds each time you stop.

  • @billjones2719
    @billjones2719 3 года назад +18

    I'm a sailor and normally don't watch "stink boat" videos, but I was super impressed with the way the two of you work together and the level of comptetence you demonstrate. Your positive attitude is contagious and I love how you don't let naysayers get you down. It doesn't matter what kind of boat you have, some folks are not going to like it. Now, if I could just convince you to become sailors....

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  3 года назад +2

      That sure means a lot!!! Thanks so much 😊
      We are certainly open to sailing!

    • @stopspam420
      @stopspam420 3 года назад

      @@flyingsparksgarage
      Ya know, he's absolutely right about there will always be "SOMEONE" who doesn't like yours! Whatever it is. It's that way with cars and trucks and motorcycles too, so you are doing the right thing by just simply loving and enjoying your "this is what we've got"!! It's better than a lot of those others who have.."wish we had something"..
      Much love to both of you good people!

  • @richardkortea2857
    @richardkortea2857 4 года назад +231

    Love this couple they actually work great together. And a woman that can be helpful with tools very hot.

    • @codybear59
      @codybear59 4 года назад +3

      She poundable

    • @dc5ftw06
      @dc5ftw06 4 года назад +13

      I love how they praise each other for the work they each do. Very nice to see that.

    • @scottmckenna9164
      @scottmckenna9164 4 года назад +8

      Hopefully, they are christians reading the Bible. Then this family can go the distance.

    • @kevintreadaway6769
      @kevintreadaway6769 3 года назад

      Awesome

    • @shrekiskek
      @shrekiskek 3 года назад

      @@codybear59 huh?

  • @fleminj2pa
    @fleminj2pa 4 года назад +29

    That’s THE nicest $5000 Bayliner I’ve ever seen! Congrats! Plus, I own a tire store and your decision to replace those almost certainly dry rotted tires was excellent!

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад

      $6250. :-)

    • @enam0001
      @enam0001 3 года назад +2

      @@Lees920 still a good deal by the looks of it, the boats in good condition all over, just the interior looks dated but that can be made looking good for cheap.

  • @TeddyBear-rw4xj
    @TeddyBear-rw4xj 4 года назад +7

    I was admiring the interaction both of you had. That is a great marriage with both of you giving 100% each. God Bless

  • @cretebest3202
    @cretebest3202 4 года назад +11

    You two are such a nice and positive couple! Greatings from Crete/Greece

  • @netropolis
    @netropolis 4 года назад +48

    I spend many weekends enjoying my childhood on an earlier 80's model 28' Bayliner just like this. Owned by my grandfather. SO MANY fantastic childhood memories have been drummed up just watching this adventure you have brought me on. Thank you for sharing this with me.

  • @andriesvandermerwe2557
    @andriesvandermerwe2557 3 года назад +1

    Wow...congratz with your purchase! And yes...I must agree with some of the other comments...girl...you have the right attitude for boating. Your man is one lucky dude. Not many of you out there...I only know two of you...the other one is my best-half....hehe.
    We wishing you both endless days & nights of fun in the sun. Be safe and take care.
    Andries & Mel
    South Africa

  • @darylsmart9459
    @darylsmart9459 4 года назад +15

    When launching and pulling the boat out, back the trailer into the water a little more so you don't have to use the motor much to get the boat on the trailer. It will save your rollers/carpet on the trailer.

  • @katdvjackson
    @katdvjackson 4 года назад +28

    Having served in The U.S. Coast Guard I'd like to help you out with your safety needs. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will give you free safety inspections if you look up your local Auxiliary Unit and call them. Great buy and beautiful boat. Happy boating guys!

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  4 года назад +2

      Bryan Wheeler Thank you so much, Bryan!!

    • @notsofresh8563
      @notsofresh8563 4 года назад +13

      @@flyingsparksgarage It would even be cool if you guys did an on camera inspection with the coast guard, it could be vary informative.

    • @jaytomson7052
      @jaytomson7052 4 года назад +1

      That is an awesome offer from Bryan all right. You will be boarded one day by the lake patrol for a little "safety inspection".

    • @joejuska5390
      @joejuska5390 4 года назад +1

      Bryan. Don’t forget your PPE and PFD and your 70000000 form to diraux for VE approval. At least in 5NR.

  • @stevenm86
    @stevenm86 3 года назад +8

    I just started watching y'alls videos and I must say I really enjoy them. Also, I don't care what anyone says, for $6,250ish dollars that is an incredible boat to have. Really great find!

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  3 года назад +2

      Thanks so much!!!! We’re so grateful for this boat and for all the folks like you that enjoy watching our adventures!!!

  • @ccroson7935
    @ccroson7935 4 года назад +7

    I just want to say I love your guys positive attitude in a world where people are so critical you guys are upbeat and very positive and the world needs more people like you

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  4 года назад

      Sure do appreciate your comment!!

    • @1986Willstokes
      @1986Willstokes 3 года назад

      Same!!!!

    • @AIRPORT-mc2ys
      @AIRPORT-mc2ys Год назад +1

      SEPARATE BEDS, child is NEICE, they are contracted to FORD and she is a PROFFESIONAL MODEL and ARON left holiday bedroom with BROKEN ARMS/SHOULDERS in an ambulance when ONLY EMILY WAS THERE. oh and he is ALCOHOLIC.

  • @ronaldwarren5220
    @ronaldwarren5220 4 года назад +6

    As an old boater I am VERY happy you are taking our advice. Have a great vacation!

  • @majorwayne9866
    @majorwayne9866 7 месяцев назад +1

    5:15 A bit of advice, before loading back the trailer far enough to wet the boards then pull ahead to desired location (make sure you don’t exceed the concrete & drop off the end) wetting the boards will basically lubricate & help load easier, especially with a boat that size.

  • @bodge6886
    @bodge6886 4 года назад +7

    This has to be in the top five of my favourite buyer/finder videos. Perfect👍

  • @labamba282
    @labamba282 3 года назад +14

    Hat off to those that are mechanically inclined. She probably likes all the manly thingies like hunting, fishing, football & MMA. Lucky guy.

  • @paulhyde1834
    @paulhyde1834 3 года назад +11

    I love that you two are so appreciative of the good things that you have in your lives! Just watching you gives me a boost.... could you bottle some of it??!!

  • @cduemig1
    @cduemig1 4 года назад +13

    Anyone who’s owned a boat saw your previous video and thought, “Can’t wait time see them make the same mistake I did!” Unfortunately for the viewers you guys nailed it. “Great deal on that boat!” Is a pretty rare comment.
    P.S. Your family is adorable. Have fun!

  • @mattf49006
    @mattf49006 4 года назад +25

    i want ya'll to pick my next lotto numbers...you got a hell of a deal...many happy boating days!

    • @stevegrim
      @stevegrim 4 года назад +2

      They got lucky by working hard.

  • @barkendog1
    @barkendog1 3 года назад +2

    It's great to see such a positive happy woman.

  • @alexthomas4671
    @alexthomas4671 4 года назад +9

    This guy is awesome...mad skills and a great wife! I wish he was my neighbor!

  • @saltcar
    @saltcar 4 года назад +34

    Great job and nicely edited! Just a pointer on starting an engine when its out of the water. Always hook up the garden hose with water, even if its only a quick start. You don't need water for engine cooling, but you do need it for lubricating the water impeller that's inside the lower unit. The rubber impeller will melt almost immediately if it doesn't have water to lube/cool it.

    • @mboemmels
      @mboemmels 4 года назад +3

      100% correct. they stick and rip in a single turn

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад

      Exactly.

    • @davidmarberry5565
      @davidmarberry5565 3 года назад

      yep! i was thinkin the same thing

  • @pth6060
    @pth6060 3 года назад +13

    You guys are doing an awesome job,i love the way you work together. I'm so happy for you .You're such positive happy people ,wish you all the best ,from Canada.

    • @harveyanthony4209
      @harveyanthony4209 2 года назад

      Love watching all you guys working together Emily is always happy and smiling Love Your projects

  • @duckiemoto2637
    @duckiemoto2637 4 года назад +28

    Y'all's first boat video came up in my suggestions and now I am hooked on the channel!! So happy for y'all God bless stay safe and I can't wait for more 😆

  • @MrJMO78
    @MrJMO78 4 года назад +7

    Love love LOVE their dynamic!
    I've been a fan for years. So good to see a happy couple do something fun together on such a constant basis. So beautiful ♥️

    • @jackcole1706
      @jackcole1706 4 года назад

      The boat is so heavy it's not going to bounce off the trailer it will bust off the wood pad

  • @colinf.gilmartin9030
    @colinf.gilmartin9030 3 года назад

    It's not the boat, Which is sweet and well worth the price, it's you. You are a natural at "hosting". The fact that you can get your hands dirty and do it like a pro is a bonus.

  • @Leo92053
    @Leo92053 4 года назад +4

    It is a pleasure to watch you two work as a team. Bless you guys.

  • @jpshipwash6240
    @jpshipwash6240 4 года назад +5

    In addition to just simply enjoying your content, I like how you acknowledge comments.

  • @lcswartz49
    @lcswartz49 Год назад +1

    About every other tankful, you might wanna consider putting high test gas in your boat that way to clean the injectors out a lot better did the injector cleaner goodbye from an auto parts place

  • @franciscovasquez4555
    @franciscovasquez4555 4 года назад +17

    nothing wrong with the boat, and keep enjoying life with family. God bless y"all

  • @stevekreibach2889
    @stevekreibach2889 4 года назад +10

    I am enjoying watching your adventures and attitudes. Love it.
    I would recommend using a forged structural shouldered eyebolt for the trailer tie down rather than the non-structrual kind that's not a joined circle.

  • @samdeangelo6640
    @samdeangelo6640 3 года назад +1

    I’ve owned boats my whole adult life and spent a lot of time on them. (Nothing this big but it’s the same stuff just bigger.) I like everything you guys are doing. And keeping the maintenance is a must. Especially when trailering. Keep it up and don’t worry about the haters. I’m jelly myself. But negative feedback won’t help. I’m very happy for you guys. Love the videos.

    • @samdeangelo6640
      @samdeangelo6640 3 года назад

      Oh. And when trailering, at least in Ohio, an easy tension strap under the outdrive or a like minded product is safer. Especially since the o-rings in the hydraulic pumps for the trim and tilt can pop and the outdrive sags and drags. And skegs are hard to fix and bolt on replacements can throw the balance off. Basically you end up needing a new outdrive housing. Happy boating!!

  • @79tazman
    @79tazman 4 года назад +26

    You can send the injectors out to be cleaned professionally places like Mr Injector cleans them and flow test them and replaces all the filters, o rings, spacers and pintle caps and they come back brand new

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  4 года назад +8

      79tazman We have sent injectors off before- we only had a few days though 🤓

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 4 года назад +1

      Bring or rent some bikes???

  • @trythistv
    @trythistv 4 года назад +17

    Advice for trailer depth: I've always found to get the front of the bunks just at the water level or an inch out of the water, that'll largely depend on your trailer, launch ramp angle, and boat hull design, but that rule of thumb has worked for me on jetskis, ski boats, cabin cruisers, pontoons, houseboats, literally anything that floats that I have worked on.

  • @jkabens
    @jkabens 3 года назад

    In 1983, my wife & I drove from Wisconsin down to Lake Ouachita on our honeymoon & camped along the shore & sailed in an 11 ft Snark. Fell in love with the Ozarks & have been back many times since. Love your videos.

  • @edallen5119
    @edallen5119 4 года назад +5

    I think ya'll got a good deal on the boat . It's always so refreshing to hear such positive words from You two .I hope you have a wonderful time on your camping trip and catch some fish with the kids

  • @elvisshadid270
    @elvisshadid270 3 года назад +3

    Hi guys I'm from Toronto, Canada and I bumped into your segment of you buying your boat.what a great big chance that is to take but it worked and am soo happy for you guys . Getting the boat to work and Cleaned up just put you in a better place financially and you know what that is.I hope to keep following you and also a great big shout out to you as well thanks for putting a smile on my face to see things work out for you...your new subscriber Elvis.

    • @flyingsparksgarage
      @flyingsparksgarage  3 года назад

      Hi Elvis!! Welcome, so glad you found us!! Thanks so much for taking the time to write these kind words! We’re glad you’re here 😉

  • @walterferrara8331
    @walterferrara8331 3 года назад +2

    I am so happy for you folks .I love to see people who work hard every day to get rewarded once in a while .

  • @johntaheri
    @johntaheri 4 года назад +7

    She is the reason I watch her every episode she make my day she is awsome

  • @justinbarker3905
    @justinbarker3905 4 года назад +8

    G'day from OZ guys.
    Love the deal you got! Always good to see nice folk bag a bargain👍
    Hope you have many happy family times on the new toy.
    Love the vids. I'm one of the newby's here.
    Take care guys
    👍🌞🛥

  • @12vLife
    @12vLife 3 года назад

    I bought a 21 ft Bayliner Cuddy a few years back, cleaned it up, changed the plugs and starter , spent all summer on it and then sold it for twice what I paid. BTW at 1:14 Cherry is the best flavor of Bubbly! Product placement. She's such a great deal.. oh, yeah the boat too.

  • @dennisdrexler5020
    @dennisdrexler5020 4 года назад +28

    don't listen to the naysayers. They're sitting home watching reruns of F troop, while you guys are enjoying your life and boating.

    • @scotthinkle6613
      @scotthinkle6613 4 года назад

      Couldn't said it better. The smiles on there face say it all.

  • @stephencunliffe3062
    @stephencunliffe3062 3 года назад +7

    What a beautiful boat. Love what you guys do .Enjoy.

  • @pyongan80
    @pyongan80 3 года назад +1

    Love to see this couple... respectful and cheering each other

  • @rdspix
    @rdspix 4 года назад +13

    I’ve always strapped all my boats down on the back like that. Good call adding those hold down straps

    • @barrylinkiewich9688
      @barrylinkiewich9688 4 года назад

      Too right, boats should be strapped, 12' or 120'. Gravity is only useful when you're working with it, once things start to go sideways gravity ain't always your buddy.

    • @DonCatherman
      @DonCatherman 4 года назад

      I have towed my 22 ft..with no strap's 1,500 miles straight..no problem..I don't think y'all need them strap's.but your call.i have never ever had an issue...in 15 years .. hauling that boat around...
      Great boat by the way..very pretty wife.. supportive...you guys go man go...👍👍👍👍

    • @bryanhays7753
      @bryanhays7753 4 года назад +1

      @@DonCatherman well I experienced the bad side of not strapping the boat down. Went maybe 50 miles and found the boat sitting on it's side. Went to an auto shop and they hooked onto the outdrive and lifted up the boat so we could reposition it. 20 foot boat. It was pouring down rain when we pulled it out and decided to skip it. Well it didn't work out for us. But, I see people pulling boats all the time without tie straps and I guess don't have a problem. So who knows, I always strap my Malibu surf boat down for sure. Straps are built into the trailer. Happy trailering.

    • @DonCatherman
      @DonCatherman 4 года назад

      @@bryanhays7753 guess it's luck ..idk..my boat is 22 ft.cuddy..
      Heavy.....deep v...never had it move an inch..towed it from NY to Mississippi.. Mississippi to Tennessee...20 years of good luck.
      Never having any problem..
      Now I better strap it if I take it 2 Mile's....lol..the mouth God's will get me if don't...now.lol...bummer you had that happen man...hope all is well today....

  • @jamesmichael3998
    @jamesmichael3998 4 года назад +4

    The two of you guys are blessed to have each other I love this show cheers from Jacksonville Florida

  • @davidmurchie5346
    @davidmurchie5346 5 месяцев назад

    When changing out trailer receiver hitch balls, turn the hitch horizontal in the receiver pending on tighten or loosing so that your always pushing the wrench down. Makes the job much safer & easier. Good video!

  • @ua787
    @ua787 4 года назад +58

    Dude you hit the JACKPOT!!! With this beautiful women!! Love watching your adventures.... keep em coming!

    • @terrydavis6132
      @terrydavis6132 4 года назад +3

      Au 787 , yes he did this man is very , very wealthy , and I think he realizes it .

    • @ronaldmartin5600
      @ronaldmartin5600 4 года назад +3

      Beautiful family

    • @jaytomson7052
      @jaytomson7052 4 года назад +2

      How many he got? I too will choose Texas. Clap your hands and praise the Lord!

    • @brucebryan6504
      @brucebryan6504 4 года назад

      @@ronaldmartin5600 0

  • @rockjones3576
    @rockjones3576 4 года назад +4

    I love the way u 2 support each, complement each other.. love u guys!!

  • @majorwayne9866
    @majorwayne9866 7 месяцев назад

    7:18 when towing you do want you hitch & related equipment ratings to exceed the weight of what you’re towing. When you hit bumps it can shock load & that energy is absorbed through the hitch.
    It also appears that trailer has hydrostatic brakes. That F450 can tow it but it needs help stopping it. Check/change that fluid & I suggest adding bearing buddies to easily grease the wheel bearings. If it doesn’t already have them.

  • @howardmccarthy5811
    @howardmccarthy5811 3 года назад +4

    Definitely keep the other props for emergency spares! I would highly suggest you redo the rear tie down strap bolts and put the eye bolts into the metal frame of the trailer. A boat that size could tear those eye bolts out of the wood if it shifted.

  • @jimk351c
    @jimk351c 4 года назад +15

    Cover the trailer tires. They’ll stay crack free longer! Have fun..

  • @lcswartz49
    @lcswartz49 Год назад +1

    And you might want to buy said wheel locks for those pretty aluminum wheels you got

  • @h20togo6
    @h20togo6 3 года назад +3

    That Doggy is living the good life😅

  • @Tsiniastje
    @Tsiniastje 4 года назад +14

    When working outside on the lawn I usually put an old sheet or blanket under the wheel I'm working on. You won't loose any small parts.

    • @Loosehead
      @Loosehead 4 года назад

      And a sandy soil is never a good mix for lubricated parts.

  • @bbeaumont5
    @bbeaumont5 3 года назад

    at 7:54; try turning the hitch receiver 90-degrees and re-inserting it into the truck. 90 left makes your wrench movement top-down when taking off the ball. 90 right makes it easy top-down to tighten the nut fully (since you can stand on the wrench)

  • @anvilj
    @anvilj 4 года назад +6

    This was so endearing and enjoyable to watch. Amazing job guys.

  • @roberttrahan4251
    @roberttrahan4251 4 года назад +6

    Dang, just as I was typing a suggestion to strap the boat down, you mentioned it. Good job. Guide poles on the rear of the trailer may help as well on windy days.

  • @sicks6six
    @sicks6six 2 года назад

    As you get old and look back at your life working together will shine brighter than anything else. It's what it's all about. IMO.

  • @davidschmidt6013
    @davidschmidt6013 4 года назад +4

    Great job on the boat!! You two are fun to watch! All The Best to you both!!

  • @zornbratton
    @zornbratton 4 года назад +4

    Seem like some very good folks. Hope you all enjoy yourselves!

  • @dennyoconnor8680
    @dennyoconnor8680 3 года назад

    Having pulled my Ranger Tug from Michigan to Florida and back for 9 years (sometimes twice a year) I change the tires every third year no matter how good they look. Never had a flat. All the guys at my marina down there that also pull tell me I'm wasting money. Every single one of them has had at least one adventure on the road, at night, in the rain, semis rocketing by at 70 mph. You did the right thing. I hope your year went well.

  • @michael123cody5
    @michael123cody5 4 года назад +3

    Love how he drives the boat. Like hes driving a car. I was the exact same way when I got my first boat. Scared as shit. I feel u my friend.

  • @chucker625
    @chucker625 4 года назад +56

    "Is that a cam or a miss? I'll let you think about that while I rewire this trailer..."... Said my wife never....

    • @jeffsteelman8036
      @jeffsteelman8036 3 года назад

      Mine never

    • @donaldjohnson257
      @donaldjohnson257 3 года назад

      @@jeffsteelman8036......Yeah, my wife's idea of roughing it is a non wifi room at the Holiday Inn!!

    • @donaldjohnson257
      @donaldjohnson257 3 года назад +1

      ......@C. Pouliot.....My wife asked me what was wrong with our hot tub water heater and I told her it had a short circuit.....She wanted to know if we could lengthen it?!!

    • @chucker625
      @chucker625 3 года назад +1

      @@donaldjohnson257 Send her to home depot looking for a circuit stretcher.

  • @scottwinter6117
    @scottwinter6117 3 года назад +2

    I can't help smiling back at you guys, as I watch you on your wonderful adventure.... its great to see someone so excited about something.

    • @AIRPORT-mc2ys
      @AIRPORT-mc2ys Год назад +1

      SEPARATE BEDS and the whole show is AN ACT.

  • @michaelduff9925
    @michaelduff9925 4 года назад +6

    Wow, what a bargain and a really nice couple. I bought a flat on the Isle of Bute just off the West Coast of Scotland, next time you get a chance of a great boat give me a shout....really jealous...lol 😀😀😀

  • @619patrickmickey
    @619patrickmickey 4 года назад +8

    "Good job Aaron'' I love it when she says that

  • @advancedmachiningsystems7760
    @advancedmachiningsystems7760 5 месяцев назад

    Great Job you two. It's refreshing to see a couple work together on rebuilding electrical mechanical items. I hope you enjoy your boat ( and each other ). Have fun!

  • @johnslobbe7438
    @johnslobbe7438 4 года назад +30

    I always had waterproof led lights on my trailer and still found i was blowing fuses in the truck. So anytime i go to launch I unplug the trailer and no problems since. Love the channel!

    • @gregh7457
      @gregh7457 4 года назад

      good tip

    • @robertpontius1689
      @robertpontius1689 4 года назад +1

      I've always done the same. Waterproof lights or not.

    • @nathanbutler8240
      @nathanbutler8240 4 года назад +1

      Depends if you have trailer brakes or not. If you unplug the plug you can't back up the boat to launch it cause the brakes will lock up theres a switch in the wiring that unlocks the brakes in reverse allowing you to back up

    • @robertpontius1689
      @robertpontius1689 4 года назад

      @@nathanbutler8240 an electric trailer brake uses power to apply the brakes, not to release them. A surge brake will lock in reverse if you don't manually override it with the lever.

    • @nathanbutler8240
      @nathanbutler8240 4 года назад +3

      @@robertpontius1689 my mistake I have hydraulic brakes on my trailer if my plug isn't plugged in i can't back up cause it pushes on the master cylinder on the trailer and locks the brakes unless the electrical is plugged into the truck

  • @jackdearnley-davison2533
    @jackdearnley-davison2533 4 года назад +7

    Good Move with the trailer tires, I'm a pro driver, I pass alot of people hauling trailers, on the side of the Highway...wishing they were somewhere else...

  • @joepeterson4140
    @joepeterson4140 Год назад +1

    Have a great time watching you two !!!Great personalities and people we wish we knew...Great Job and keep being honest

  • @ndf8095
    @ndf8095 4 года назад +9

    very enjoyable to watch, lovely lady and nice to see you get "your hands dirty" fixing up the boat

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад

      With mechanic's gloves, she ain't gettin' those hands dirty. Love it. She's a pro. hahaha

    • @donaldjohnson257
      @donaldjohnson257 3 года назад +1

      @@Lees920.....Uhuh...several times I saw dirt in the creases of her hands and under the fingernails.....what a great lady!

    • @Lees920
      @Lees920 3 года назад

      @@donaldjohnson257 that's down right sexy. It's a lucky man who has a woman who can dive right in and get greasy fixing something draws an A+ in my book. Cool couple.

  • @harryballzack
    @harryballzack 4 года назад +30

    When you park the trailer jack the axles up and get tires off ground. They will last a lot longer.

    • @noahlearsmith
      @noahlearsmith 4 года назад +2

      Do you own any trailers? No one does that.

    • @rstrst2099
      @rstrst2099 4 года назад +4

      And cover them with plywood cutouts so the sun doesn't beat down on them just sitting there

    • @mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310
      @mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310 4 года назад +1

      Noah Smith maybe they should...

    • @youcanbesmartaskhow3857
      @youcanbesmartaskhow3857 4 года назад +5

      @@rstrst2099 yes or the nylon covers are a good investment. Sunlight [Ultraviolet rays] are to plastic and rubber as saltwater is to metals.

    • @ironmike742
      @ironmike742 4 года назад +2

      @@noahlearsmith yes they do when stored for longer periods. Do you own any trailers?

  • @kennethhartenstine4845
    @kennethhartenstine4845 3 года назад

    In 2006 wife and I bought a 38 ft Chris craft in downtown Washington DC, with live-aboard status for 40,000. Lived on it for 10 years. Loved every minute of it.

  • @HappyRooster
    @HappyRooster 4 года назад +13

    You're probably aware of this already but, I would recommend an anchor alarm app to monitor if your anchor slips during the night and also the Navionics app.
    Really enjoy the videos 😋

    • @codylapoint
      @codylapoint 4 года назад +1

      Maybe out in the ocean, but a lake I wouldn't see the need. Lakes are full of mud and shit so anchors tend to hold a lot better than they will in sand or coral.

    • @snafufubar
      @snafufubar 4 года назад +3

      @@codylapoint no body anchors in coral you won't get it back. Any anchor can slip in a strong wind. Better safe on the water than being wise after.

  • @Duddyt
    @Duddyt 4 года назад +24

    Yeah I'm with you on the tires but the scenario where you have a blowout on the interstate pulling that behemoth would cost way more than all of those tires

    • @turboflush
      @turboflush 4 года назад +4

      One tire blowout you would be fine. Enough to get to somewhere safe.
      Old tires that have been sitting with weight.. no good. Did that on a RV.. lost all of them one by one.

  • @TerryB-xg3ox
    @TerryB-xg3ox 6 месяцев назад

    Look into portable a/c units if needed. What’s good about the A/c can put your unit or hose into your tent for cool nights.
    Good boat lines for what ever your needs may be. You are doing great so hang in there with the armchair Captain. Extra parts and tools are good to have with you.❤❤❤❤

  • @benshow3000
    @benshow3000 4 года назад +10

    I just recently discovered your channel my first episode was part one of the boat purchase. Love the adventure!