Order a replacement pin from edson, then have a machine shop drill a couple of holes in it, one part way through lengthwise and 2 that intersect that hole crosswise at 45 degrees to the retaining pin and 90 degrees to the loaded axis. Then tap the end for a fitting and extension tube to bring a grease zerk out to an easy place to get to. That way you can just apply some grease once a month with a grease gun without needing to crawl into the hole. Do the same with the more open ones as well. Or replace the sheaves with ones that have actual sealed bearings in them and keep one spare on board.
This comments needs upvotes. The "Bury the equipment someplace unreachable and write in the manual that it needs monthly servicing" design is nonsense of the highest order.
Great idea. Our heavy equipment is loaded with grease extensions to make it easy to maintain these parts. Especially something that gets as much movement as this steering pulley. I can understand the not wanting to use bearings as they might be difficult to find, but this dry system is nutty.
That's a big ask for such a small island in the middle of nowhere! :) Remember, it takes a month or more for anything to get here, then trying to locate a professional to machine parts is an entirely different story.
@@gonewiththewynns Not really, You could have it done and waiting at the next port of call and just use the one you have until then. As for the machine work, it would only take someone with a drill press or small mill to do the job. The hardest part would be laying out the holes. I'm surprised they don't make a pin that way already given that the sheaves have to be lubricated so often.
All engine manufactures say to change the oil after the engine has been warmed up . I know it's somewhat of a pain but the oil will pump out easier and running the engine stirs up the oil so that the dirt that has settled out will be pumped out . It's not the end of the world that you did it cold, but do it warmed up in the future . The steering pully shafts should be lubed in place in future with engine oil - the spray oils give rapid results but do not last long as they are so thin . You guys are GREAT workers and take great care of your boat ,really nice to see . Will be great to see you back in the water Best of luck
I’m constantly amazed at the skill sets you both have to master to maintain a safe functioning open ocean yacht. I’m also impressed that both of you understand the maintenance procedures and are equally capable of doing what’s needed to keep Curiosity in top condition.
You both amaze us with your constant smiles and good nature, even when you are dealing with no fun projects! How Nikki didn't get oil all over the wall is a miracle. Every time we change the oil, something makes a mess. Plus Jason sweating so badly, yet smiling the entire time dealing with that tough spot. I wonder if you could create a hatch to access that pully? Great job guys and thanks for all of your hard work!
Fortunately you are both svelte. Those tight spaces are challenging. I admire the persistence and good humor, although there must be some "bleep" moments.
Can I make a recommendation? I got this from an old VW guy and it’s been very helpful for me. Every time you do a project, make a note of the sizes of fasteners you have on your vessel. Use that information to build a custom tool kit for your boat. A 17mm box wrench would be very useful to have. Keep on keeping on.
Haha at video 14m25s mark, Murphy’s Law < If anything can go wrong, it will, so take care your stuff to distance from catastrophe >. You guys definitely follow the mantra. Thanks for all the awesome repair videos, it’s your first big overhaul, be safe and work hard, play hard!
I’ve always been impressed by the way you two always strive to do everything “the right way”. You always follow instructions and when you have none you get’em. Stay safe.
Those fat and ripe bananas (actually a kind of plantain) that you were prepping when green, make the best patacones or where I’m from, tostones. After you fry them the first time and smash them, pass them briefly through ice cold water where you have smashed a couple of garlic cloves and a fair Tbs. salt. then take them out of the water quickly, let them dry out and fry the second time. Scrumptious!! You can actually freeze the patacones after their first fry. Or you can just make them like chips sliced very (very) thin, but they must be very green, not ripe or they will burn.
Nice work guys. So I have a suggestion. It's a little bit involved, but will save you a ton of headache in the future and prolong the life of your equipment. Next time you take out the steering pulleys you should take the pins to a machine shop and have them drill lubrication holes in them and tap the hole in the end of the pin to 1/8-27. Then you can add push to connect fitting on the pin, connect tubing to it and run it to a more accessible location, add a grease fitting to the end of the tubing and then can pump grease down to the pulley without climbing down and dismantling them.
Great video, guys! Coming along nicely. Just a heads up, from our experience we understand you are not to re-use the Nylock nuts as they may work themselves loose. A quick fix would be to add an additional SS nut of the same thread on the end of the bolts to use as jam nuts. Best!!
Your promotional adverts are excellent and not a pain for this New Zealander to watch. I have to live vicariously through other peoples holidays!! 🇳🇿🇳🇿🐑🐑
You are both so much happier now. And I must say your maintenance and cleanliness aboard is perfect. Before I went in the military I lived aboard private pleasure yachts and crewed as first mate. Stem to stern truck to keel we kept everything just as you do. I love your channel and you both are really a fine couple having kind and good hearts. Best wishes and respect sent from southeast coastal Ga. USA. Thank you for sharing the adventures. 👏👍
You two have become such good mechanics over the years ,not afraid to tackle any problem, hope you had a good Thanksgiving, hugs from the Mittons and their Kittens 😻😸
Jason & Niki scuff up the outside of the tank really well with a really coarse abrasive wheel, and epoxy coat the outside of the tank with a layer of 4-6oz glass up the sides too, you will never need to worry about it again, I had the same issue with an 80 gal fuel tank and it has been 22 years and as good as new. I did the top as well which if you want more work you could also do the same
Yup! I saw that also. Never seen them two acting so totally delirious. Haahaahaa Get er done Wynns, and get back at sea before you two totally lose it. Haahaahaa
So impressed how skilled you've become in managing a boat. I expect soon enough you'll figure out you can build your own tanks and forge your own pulleys. True sailors!
Abundantly clear you must be a jack of all trades to own a boat! You could now sit down and design your next boat or know exactly what you want it to be and how much easy access you would need to work on anything! Just mind blowing what you have accomplished!
5:11-5:13 [Nikki] "So it's a win win, 😀 ha-ha-ha, 😦 sorry. 😁 Nikki it kind of felt like you were laughing in code or something, with the rhythm of your laugh. Gone With The Wynn's videos are The BEST, So Entertaining.
@@Topanga. meant strictly as a compliment. Nikki is a very beautiful woman and I’m simply taking the opportunity to compliment her. If she or Jason find it offensive I would gladly delete the comment, something they could also do. I have been following the Wynn’s from the beginning of their journey and have nothing but the utmost respect for them.
@@Topanga. Why are compliments creepy? What the world needs is not less compliments, but more people pointing out how fine Jason looked in this episode.
My 2 most important things to do while on the hard and youve done them , They both could cause a tragedy in a typhoon if one or both fails. #1 Clean the fuel tanks inside so sediment doesnt come loose in big seas and #2 rudder maintenance. Good job you guys. Most other things you can Macgyver at sea.
sometimes when I'm in a tight spot sweating my ass off covered in Fiberglass I think...do I really need to film right now it just slows down the process. But then i remember we can't just show the fun stuff, cause its the not-so-fun stuff that makes this lifestyle more interesting and exciting.
If you need to service the steering monthly, it would make it much easier to install an inspection port above the sheaves. This would eliminate having to crawl into the aft access way.
I was thinking the same thing... along with a grumpy letter to Leopard for designing something that needs regular maintenance to be so hard to access. But at the same time, they may have a recommended fix/access port template.
As a heavy equipment mechanic i was kinda worried when you purchased the boat, But now im really proud of you guy's that your learning so fast ! And Jason here's a tip, Instead of using too rachets put vice grips on the back side of the bolt they don't fall off, Take care guy's !
Nikki Wynn proves a true lady sailor who makes rudder gear cleaning, sealant fills, nut torquing and oil changes amusingly glamorous 😆 --- so CAPABLE! Nice job on the fuel tank improvising and crawling into the rudder blocks' "bake locker", Jason. And so close to relaunch, too. With so many of the borders still closed (per the "Zatara" and your own experience just departing Fiji), where will "Curiosity" sail until that situation changes? Reminder: Check for leaks after launch. You did work some though-hull fittings in this video. Blessings to you both, S/V "Windwalker"
oh man, I wish we could make them faster... We're literally working on the boat for 3 days then editing for 4 days and hitting the "schedule" button a few hours before it goes live on Sunday 8am Chicago Time.
When you get to New Zealand, you should check out the Mahia peninsula. There's a company called Rocket Lab that launches a carbon fiber orbital rocket from there and it's really beautiful!
We spent 5 years in China proper and I loved learning about their culture. Had a friend who helped me understand the culture. 😂I ate so many different dishes that were so good and I miss their food, just not the same as you can get in the states. Happy Birthday Jason and Happy Anniversary to you both.
It's good that you are both slim and flexible. Can't believe how easily you fit into some very tight spaces. Great video and loved the bloopers at the end.
And young. Even if you stay slim, it gets more painful to navigate small places as you get older. God's way of saying 'you should have done it earlier in life'.
surprised the steering doesn't have a grease fitting for easier maintenance. I also keep nitrile gloves around for those greasy jobs. Oh, and anti seize keeps metal parts from, er, seizing in a salty environment- it's a favourite in my garage! I love Sunday with the Wynns!
You both have so much of my respect for doing all these tedious boat repairs yourselves👏👏. And always with great sense of humor, especially with Jason, truly hilarious at times 😂
Check out some options at West Marine (www.westmarine.com/access-hatches?cm_sp=CatCarousel-_-BoatHatch-_-NA) I know I would hate to cut another hole in my deck, but for the ease of being able to lubricate that sheave monthly as required I think itès worth it.
Such stunning scenery. I enjoy this a lot. Reminds me of my trips where I take the good music like the Guns N Roses, Imagine Draongs or the Delta Parole and then enjoy the powerful feeling of the sea. ¡vamos!
Yay!! It must be Sunday and time to tune into, “What have the Wynns been up to?”. Holy moly...those are some tight spaces to work in...yikes!! I was getting cramps in my neck, arms, fingers, legs and back just watching. Thankfully you are both pint size humans. 😊😉 Perfect size for owning and repairing a watercraft. I can see why you are always eating good, healthy food and exercising. You’ve sweated out 10 pounds on repairs, just in this video. Good job to both!! Ice cream time! Thanks again for another great video! Stay safe.
And I do not understand why they do not clean up the rust stains on the hull (the Wynns are not the only ones) - Barkeepers Friend (that's a product if you don't know) will do it very quickly and easily and it does not scour the surface. The nuts he is talking about are Lock Nuts - and Yes, they are one time only use.
Ah, the joys of home ownership. Yours just flexes continually. I really appreciate you documenting your ever-changing journey. I always feel better after watching your videos with Sunday morning coffee.
@@davep5788 True, however, just bringing the temperature up slightly will not harm the engine and allow the oil to become less viscous and easily pumped out. I'm not suggesting bringing it up to operating temperatures. It is something that is employed for diesel engines in colder climates with an electric oil heating system to make the oil easier for the engine itself to pump and lubricate on start up. Just heating up the oil slightly makes it less viscous.
I finally figured out why you guys are so popular. You guys are Gilligans island. Jason is the skipper, professor and gilligan. Nikki is Ginger and Maryann eye candy. Loved that show and you guys are an awesome remake.
Nikki you were really on this week.... and Jason, you gotta be proud. I’m sure Nikki sees it,... you have really become an accomplished mechanic/ repairman/ diagnostician. My only desire at present would be to have the opportunity. Love you guys and all you do.... for the community & each other. You sure make my Sunday morning. After church I go straight to see your adventure of the week. Take care guys. You’re making a difference.
@@johnmartin3486 I was on an aircraft carrier. We had water tight hatches in pressure vessels that didn't leak in the 3 years I was on ship. Solid hatches can be made watertight where something like a deck hatch with a window in it will fail. Lube the seal and every few years replace the gasket. Is that easier than what they do now?
Thanks for supporting First Descents! I did their kayak program as a patient with brain cancer. Changed my life! Your videos have been incredibly inspiring. I’ve been catching up on all of them (...so far at your Panama adventures). Going to be doing my ASA courses in a month to get on the water, and as First Descents says, to keep #OutLivingIt. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
I miss the fur babies ❤️❤️ We have 2 cats and always dreamed of sailing with our babies :) It was so wonderful seeing you guys with your kitties on the open seas❤️ I know it was a difficult decision , I watched the episodes, and cried my eyes out! I just wanted to reflect on how I loved watching your beautiful kitties on your boat! ❤️❤️❤️
yes, we miss them everyday...and especially at night. But we're so happy we found them a wonderful home with friends. It wasn't easy, but after being stuck in Fiji for 6 months, then Quarantine and living on the hard here in Tonga i'm glad they didn't have to suffer through with us. It wouldn't have been fair.
When you replace a filter like that one on the engine oil, it is wise to prefill the filter with oil before you screw it on. This avoids any component running dry while the filter is filled when you first start up after an oil change. Looking good guys. See you in NZ when you arrive.
Boat projects can take a tole on you mentally and physically. Living on a literal symbol of freedom and not being able to be truly free is tough. Hang in there and keep knocking out those projects!
I got a little teary-eyed when you showed Mark - I hope he's doing well and what you did for him renews my faith in the potential for good in the internet, however briefly.
For food preservation and for keeping good fresh food fresh for years and years I suggest you investigate freeze drying. There's many YT on the subject but my favourite is this guy: Retired at 40- Live.Life.Simple.
As we can see, you guys EARN all of the amazing moments you are afforded. And we get to vicariously enjoy. Also, I would recommend Vibram Five Fingers footwear for y’all. They would protect your feet. Thx Wynns
Discovered your channel a few days ago and have watched almost all your videos posted on the last year. Great content and so well done! Look forward to future videos.
And for the life of me I can’t figure out why the boat builder was allergic to stainless steel or naval bronze. Such nuts and bolts are available on Amazon relatively cheap. All that work and it’ll rust to hell again.
@@CueBeanKa Agreed. I bet it wasn’t lubed once before the Wynns got the boat, and they only noticed it because noise. (Not blaming them, there’s a million parts like that on a boat, and always a list of things you do know about.)
You guys are so cute. Thanks for showing the good, the bad and the ugly. Thanks for keeping it real and having such a great sense of humor despite all you have been through.
OK guys, it sounds like you are going a little stir crazy. You need to splash the boat soon! As for the blocks I might looks for some with sealed bearings or at least grease fittings. Having to disassemble and lube those on a monthly basis is crazy. Keep the good stuff coming.
By far, one of the nicest Utube channel's in all the land! I really enjoy following your adventures, I find myself smiling though out the whole video. Great teamwork on getting all those boat task complete! Stay safe, hugs!! 😊❤🌏☀️⛵🍌🥃🍹🍸
Order a replacement pin from edson, then have a machine shop drill a couple of holes in it, one part way through lengthwise and 2 that intersect that hole crosswise at 45 degrees to the retaining pin and 90 degrees to the loaded axis. Then tap the end for a fitting and extension tube to bring a grease zerk out to an easy place to get to. That way you can just apply some grease once a month with a grease gun without needing to crawl into the hole. Do the same with the more open ones as well. Or replace the sheaves with ones that have actual sealed bearings in them and keep one spare on board.
This comments needs upvotes. The "Bury the equipment someplace unreachable and write in the manual that it needs monthly servicing" design is nonsense of the highest order.
Great idea. Our heavy equipment is loaded with grease extensions to make it easy to maintain these parts. Especially something that gets as much movement as this steering pulley. I can understand the not wanting to use bearings as they might be difficult to find, but this dry system is nutty.
@@pbcanal1
Leopards are notorious for dumb engineering...just look at their fuel tanks.
That's a big ask for such a small island in the middle of nowhere! :)
Remember, it takes a month or more for anything to get here, then trying to locate a professional to machine parts is an entirely different story.
@@gonewiththewynns Not really, You could have it done and waiting at the next port of call and just use the one you have until then. As for the machine work, it would only take someone with a drill press or small mill to do the job. The hardest part would be laying out the holes. I'm surprised they don't make a pin that way already given that the sheaves have to be lubricated so often.
15:44 I was waiting for the "Thats what she said!" Haha.
Love the banter.
I just bought a sweatshirt with that saying 🤣😂. Love it!!
It was sooo close, right on the tip of my tongue :)
It was sooo close, right on the tip of my tongue :)
@@gonewiththewynns Oh! One more time! Bah-dah-bing! Haha
Lol
All engine manufactures say to change the oil after the engine has been warmed up . I know it's somewhat of a pain but the oil will pump out easier and running the engine stirs up the oil so that the dirt that has settled out will be pumped out . It's not the end of the world that you did it cold, but do it warmed up in the future . The steering pully shafts should be lubed in place in future with engine oil - the spray oils give rapid results but do not last long as they are so thin . You guys are GREAT workers and take great care of your boat ,really nice to see . Will be great to see you back in the water Best of luck
I’m constantly amazed at the skill sets you both have to master to maintain a safe functioning open ocean yacht. I’m also impressed that both of you understand the maintenance procedures and are equally capable of doing what’s needed to keep Curiosity in top condition.
I love how well you kids work on the many projects, always with great humor and gentle teasing. The little sexual innuendos especially!
You both amaze us with your constant smiles and good nature, even when you are dealing with no fun projects! How Nikki didn't get oil all over the wall is a miracle. Every time we change the oil, something makes a mess. Plus Jason sweating so badly, yet smiling the entire time dealing with that tough spot. I wonder if you could create a hatch to access that pully? Great job guys and thanks for all of your hard work!
Fortunately you are both svelte. Those tight spaces are challenging. I admire the persistence and good humor, although there must be some "bleep" moments.
There are always a few bleep moments 🤐
Jason and Nikki,you two are rock stars in the boating world for sure. And you're both funny as heck too.
Can I make a recommendation? I got this from an old VW guy and it’s been very helpful for me. Every time you do a project, make a note of the sizes of fasteners you have on your vessel. Use that information to build a custom tool kit for your boat. A 17mm box wrench would be very useful to have. Keep on keeping on.
And both short (ordinary) and deep socket 17mm! (TDI - 530K miles).
Ratchet or visegrips would have been better choices.
@@CheapHomeTech O, yeah, visegrips win every time!
Great advice!
Haha at video 14m25s mark, Murphy’s Law < If anything can go wrong, it will, so take care your stuff to distance from catastrophe >. You guys definitely follow the mantra. Thanks for all the awesome repair videos, it’s your first big overhaul, be safe and work hard, play hard!
I’ve always been impressed by the way you two always strive to do everything “the right way”. You always follow instructions and when you have none you get’em. Stay safe.
Except that everything I see them do is so, so wrong! lol.
Those fat and ripe bananas (actually a kind of plantain) that you were prepping when green, make the best patacones or where I’m from, tostones. After you fry them the first time and smash them, pass them briefly through ice cold water where you have smashed a couple of garlic cloves and a fair Tbs. salt. then take them out of the water quickly, let them dry out and fry the second time. Scrumptious!! You can actually freeze the patacones after their first fry. Or you can just make them like chips sliced very (very) thin, but they must be very green, not ripe or they will burn.
" Pew- pew". Can't stop laughing. You two are da bomb. Thanks
Nice work guys. So I have a suggestion. It's a little bit involved, but will save you a ton of headache in the future and prolong the life of your equipment. Next time you take out the steering pulleys you should take the pins to a machine shop and have them drill lubrication holes in them and tap the hole in the end of the pin to 1/8-27. Then you can add push to connect fitting on the pin, connect tubing to it and run it to a more accessible location, add a grease fitting to the end of the tubing and then can pump grease down to the pulley without climbing down and dismantling them.
So many,( that's what she said ) comments could have been in this video OMG. Good times thanks for making me laugh I needed that. Cheers from Canada
Glad you enjoyed it
Great woman does a fantastic job and never complains
Great video, guys! Coming along nicely. Just a heads up, from our experience we understand you are not to re-use the Nylock nuts as they may work themselves loose. A quick fix would be to add an additional SS nut of the same thread on the end of the bolts to use as jam nuts. Best!!
Your promotional adverts are excellent and not a pain for this New Zealander to watch.
I have to live vicariously through other peoples holidays!!
🇳🇿🇳🇿🐑🐑
what a fabulous team you guys are - you'd make opening and closing a door fun, stay well 😘
Great idea!! Next weeks vid: Jason and Nikki open and close every door in Curiosity :) HAHA.
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You are both so much happier now. And I must say your maintenance and cleanliness aboard is perfect. Before I went in the military I lived aboard private pleasure yachts and crewed as first mate. Stem to stern truck to keel we kept everything just as you do. I love your channel and you both are really a fine couple having kind and good hearts. Best wishes and respect sent from southeast coastal Ga. USA. Thank you for sharing the adventures. 👏👍
You two have become such good mechanics over the years ,not afraid to tackle any problem, hope you had a good Thanksgiving, hugs from the Mittons and their Kittens 😻😸
Jason & Niki scuff up the outside of the tank really well with a really coarse abrasive wheel, and epoxy coat the outside of the tank with a layer of 4-6oz glass up the sides too, you will never need to worry about it again, I had the same issue with an 80 gal fuel tank and it has been 22 years and as good as new. I did the top as well which if you want more work you could also do the same
Time for water, you two are getting a little loopy on land! Hysterical!
Yup! I saw that also. Never seen them two acting so totally delirious. Haahaahaa Get er done Wynns, and get back at sea before you two totally lose it. Haahaahaa
you two are a wonderful couple sharing your life with us stay at home not so outgoing
So impressed how skilled you've become in managing a boat. I expect soon enough you'll figure out you can build your own tanks and forge your own pulleys. True sailors!
Abundantly clear you must be a jack of all trades to own a boat! You could now sit down and design your next boat or know exactly what you want it to be and how much easy access you would need to work on anything! Just mind blowing what you have accomplished!
So true!
5:11-5:13 [Nikki] "So it's a win win, 😀 ha-ha-ha, 😦 sorry. 😁 Nikki it kind of felt like you were laughing in code or something, with the rhythm of your laugh. Gone With The Wynn's videos are The BEST, So Entertaining.
The highlight of my Sunday viewing. Nikki and Jason! That Nikki is wearing shorts. By far the most beautiful sailor on RUclips! Bonus! 😘
Love the new hairstyle too 🥰
I don’t know what’s more creepy? The what you said or the fact they liked this comment??? 🤮
@@Topanga. meant strictly as a compliment. Nikki is a very beautiful woman and I’m simply taking the opportunity to compliment her. If she or Jason find it offensive I would gladly delete the comment, something they could also do. I have been following the Wynn’s from the beginning of their journey and have nothing but the utmost respect for them.
@@Topanga. Why are compliments creepy? What the world needs is not less compliments, but more people pointing out how fine Jason looked in this episode.
@@Topanga. ridiculous to be offended by compliments. Being offended is becoming a national pastime and it’s a sad sad thing.
My 2 most important things to do while on the hard and youve done them , They both could cause a tragedy in a typhoon if one or both fails. #1 Clean the fuel tanks inside so sediment doesnt come loose in big seas and #2 rudder maintenance. Good job you guys. Most other things you can Macgyver at sea.
" can't get a grip on it!" LMAO... SAY IT WITH ME... That's what she said!!
Hey, it's those little moments that make it worth watching.
Yep, right along with, "it's too big for such a small hole!" ...TWSS
@@cliffmainor4255 lmao,, I must have missed that one.
Oh, it's there...watch it again!
LOL! Was waiting for someone to say that!
I love how cute Nikki is while changing the oil. You guys are amazing getting all that work done. I hope you are sailing by now. peace
Doing a great job !! I know it’s so much harder with filming and all . Y’all make it look so easy and fun!😃
sometimes when I'm in a tight spot sweating my ass off covered in Fiberglass I think...do I really need to film right now it just slows down the process. But then i remember we can't just show the fun stuff, cause its the not-so-fun stuff that makes this lifestyle more interesting and exciting.
Nikki your hair looks great. I love that cut on you. I really enjoy my Sundays with the Wynn's.
If you need to service the steering monthly, it would make it much easier to install an inspection port above the sheaves. This would eliminate having to crawl into the aft access way.
Good point. Looks like poor forethought in the design/maintenance of the boat.
wonder why they didn't put in an automatic lubrication system when building the boat, and inspection hatches too. Seems like an obvious oversight.
I was thinking the same thing... along with a grumpy letter to Leopard for designing something that needs regular maintenance to be so hard to access. But at the same time, they may have a recommended fix/access port template.
14:40 "Its never done right until its done twice" ...... LOL, haven't heard that one before but quite often its so true!
Great to see your smiling from ear to ear!! Sending you good Ju Ju. :)
Jason, Nikki... its beach and Miller time... dudes you earned it..
Time to get my coffee and watch the Wynns, perfect Sunday
Totally agree!
As a heavy equipment mechanic i was kinda worried when you purchased the boat, But now im really proud of you guy's that your learning so fast ! And Jason here's a tip, Instead of using too rachets put vice grips on the back side of the bolt they don't fall off, Take care guy's !
Congratulations Guys! I am so happy for you. All the hard work is paying off. Cheers!!
Nikki Wynn proves a true lady sailor who makes rudder gear cleaning, sealant fills, nut torquing and oil changes amusingly glamorous 😆 --- so CAPABLE! Nice job on the fuel tank improvising and crawling into the rudder blocks' "bake locker", Jason. And so close to relaunch, too. With so many of the borders still closed (per the "Zatara" and your own experience just departing Fiji), where will "Curiosity" sail until that situation changes?
Reminder: Check for leaks after launch. You did work some though-hull fittings in this video.
Blessings to you both,
S/V "Windwalker"
They will sail around Tonga, at least through cyclone season.
Curious Minion
Ahhh Hopa Bananas.....memories....LOVE IT!!
I was like... are we NOT going to talk about the monster alpha banana?!
You two are perfect for each other. How do you stay getting along through all these trials and tribulations your going through?
lots of laughing at ourselves :)
Nice job guys. Can’t wait to see Curiosity back in the water. Bummer it’s a whole week till the next video!
Right? ;)
oh man, I wish we could make them faster... We're literally working on the boat for 3 days then editing for 4 days and hitting the "schedule" button a few hours before it goes live on Sunday 8am Chicago Time.
When you get to New Zealand, you should check out the Mahia peninsula. There's a company called Rocket Lab that launches a carbon fiber orbital rocket from there and it's really beautiful!
Cool, sounds neat!
Ahhhh, boat maintenance. .fun times for all. Keep those bloopers/outtakes coming :-)
We spent 5 years in China proper and I loved learning about their culture. Had a friend who helped me understand the culture. 😂I ate so many different dishes that were so good and I miss their food, just not the same as you can get in the states. Happy Birthday Jason and Happy Anniversary to you both.
It's good that you are both slim and flexible. Can't believe how easily you fit into some very tight spaces. Great video and loved the bloopers at the end.
And young. Even if you stay slim, it gets more painful to navigate small places as you get older. God's way of saying 'you should have done it earlier in life'.
@@tn_bob5740 True. I am slim, but old, and no longer flexible, and have much neck and back pain.
surprised the steering doesn't have a grease fitting for easier maintenance. I also keep nitrile gloves around for those greasy jobs. Oh, and anti seize keeps metal parts from, er, seizing in a salty environment- it's a favourite in my garage! I love Sunday with the Wynns!
Wow. So close to completion. You guys work so well together. Can’t wait to see Curiosity back in the water. Good luck this week.
Thanks 👍
OMG Nikki. Even the bucket you clean dirty greasy items in is spotless lol
I would recommend a thicker grease
Mercury special lube 101 is just the ticket!
You two crack me up! I love you spirit and teamwork!
It's becoming clear that you need to know how to take apart and re-assemble your entire boat if you're thinking about owning one.
no, you just need 4 kids, and you commnad 😜
The boating life: Doing repairs in exotic locations.
been told that many times
No... just need to stumble through it... because you have time (that is if you are liveabord)
Yeah it's pretty ridiculous that these manufactures make these boats as un-ergonomic to work on as possible.
You both have so much of my respect for doing all these tedious boat repairs yourselves👏👏. And always with great sense of humor, especially with Jason, truly hilarious at times 😂
That looks like a good area for a service access hatch in the future.
Check out some options at West Marine (www.westmarine.com/access-hatches?cm_sp=CatCarousel-_-BoatHatch-_-NA)
I know I would hate to cut another hole in my deck, but for the ease of being able to lubricate that sheave monthly as required I think itès worth it.
The light at the end of the tunnel!!! We're feeling your joy and can't wait to see Launch Day! Phew, it's been a long year for you guys.
So exciting!!! Can’t wait for y’all to get back in the water. Great start to this Sunday❤️ I was hoping you would post early and was in luck!
You two have the BEST LIFE EVER! Plus I love your haircut Niki and you picked the best HUSBAND EVER! Enjoy your life and keep sharing it with us.
I didn't hear you mention testing the tank before you reinstalled it.
Such stunning scenery. I enjoy this a lot. Reminds me of my trips where I take the good music like the Guns N Roses, Imagine Draongs or the Delta Parole and then enjoy the powerful feeling of the sea. ¡vamos!
Haha! I love the blooper reel!
Glad you liked it!
Wow . . . how did you put a non-stop 20 minute smile on my face while doing boat maintenance?
While Jason's repair work is essential!, Niki's food work is more essential! Go Team Wynn! Love ya!
Sooooooooo True.
- Jason
Yay!! It must be Sunday and time to tune into, “What have the Wynns been up to?”. Holy moly...those are some tight spaces to work in...yikes!! I was getting cramps in my neck, arms, fingers, legs and back just watching. Thankfully you are both pint size humans. 😊😉 Perfect size for owning and repairing a watercraft. I can see why you are always eating good, healthy food and exercising. You’ve sweated out 10 pounds on repairs, just in this video. Good job to both!! Ice cream time! Thanks again for another great video! Stay safe.
the nuts you used to hold down the pully have a nylon insert. it act as a lock on the nut . they are one time use only.
And I do not understand why they do not clean up the rust stains on the hull (the Wynns are not the only ones) - Barkeepers Friend (that's a product if you don't know) will do it very quickly and easily and it does not scour the surface. The nuts he is talking about are Lock Nuts - and Yes, they are one time only use.
Ah, the joys of home ownership. Yours just flexes continually. I really appreciate you documenting your ever-changing journey. I always feel better after watching your videos with Sunday morning coffee.
A little tip that makes changing oil a lot easier. Warming up the engine a bit makes the oil less viscous and it pumps out a lot easier.
True but those are water cooled engines so that may not be an option.
@@davep5788 True, however, just bringing the temperature up slightly will not harm the engine and allow the oil to become less viscous and easily pumped out. I'm not suggesting bringing it up to operating temperatures. It is something that is employed for diesel engines in colder climates with an electric oil heating system to make the oil easier for the engine itself to pump and lubricate on start up. Just heating up the oil slightly makes it less viscous.
I finally figured out why you guys are so popular.
You guys are Gilligans island. Jason is the skipper, professor and gilligan. Nikki is Ginger and Maryann eye candy. Loved that show and you guys are an awesome remake.
Best part of every Sunday
Nikki you were really on this week.... and Jason, you gotta be proud. I’m sure Nikki sees it,... you have really become an accomplished mechanic/ repairman/ diagnostician. My only desire at present would be to have the opportunity. Love you guys and all you do.... for the community & each other. You sure make my Sunday morning. After church I go straight to see your adventure of the week. Take care guys. You’re making a difference.
10:17 If I had to maintain that once a month I'd cut and install an access hatch.
Which would leak and cause more grief oh god where dose it end
@@johnmartin3486 I was on an aircraft carrier. We had water tight hatches in pressure vessels that didn't leak in the 3 years I was on ship. Solid hatches can be made watertight where something like a deck hatch with a window in it will fail. Lube the seal and every few years replace the gasket. Is that easier than what they do now?
Thanks for supporting First Descents! I did their kayak program as a patient with brain cancer. Changed my life! Your videos have been incredibly inspiring. I’ve been catching up on all of them (...so far at your Panama adventures). Going to be doing my ASA courses in a month to get on the water, and as First Descents says, to keep #OutLivingIt. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
i would use a heavier grease, such as marine grease or an automotive wheel bearing grease. it will last much longer
I miss the fur babies ❤️❤️ We have 2 cats and always dreamed of sailing with our babies :) It was so wonderful seeing you guys with your kitties on the open seas❤️ I know it was a difficult decision , I watched the episodes, and cried my eyes out! I just wanted to reflect on how I loved watching your beautiful kitties on your boat! ❤️❤️❤️
yes, we miss them everyday...and especially at night. But we're so happy we found them a wonderful home with friends. It wasn't easy, but after being stuck in Fiji for 6 months, then Quarantine and living on the hard here in Tonga i'm glad they didn't have to suffer through with us. It wouldn't have been fair.
Every man loves a woman who can handle an engine. Jason’s a lucky man.
When you replace a filter like that one on the engine oil, it is wise to prefill the filter with oil before you screw it on. This avoids any component running dry while the filter is filled when you first start up after an oil change.
Looking good guys. See you in NZ when you arrive.
The look on Jason's face when the camera fell and we saw how crushed in he was says it all 😵😅😂
It was the 5th time the camera fell in that tiny space and I was just over it 😱
@@gonewiththewynns aww bless you! It's really nice that you keep stuff like that in though to keep it real!
Boat projects can take a tole on you mentally and physically. Living on a literal symbol of freedom and not being able to be truly free is tough. Hang in there and keep knocking out those projects!
I learned a new weather term today. The forecast: Hot and fiberglassy. 😳
🤣 It's a technical maritime term.
Hahaha
Seriously, I realized that you have to be small enough to climb in these things to be able to maintain the boat. I felt for you!
Jason&Nikki, you two are remarkable mariner mechanics. Great work hope to see you back in the water next week.
" Wynn Wynn". 😆
I got a little teary-eyed when you showed Mark - I hope he's doing well and what you did for him renews my faith in the potential for good in the internet, however briefly.
Nikki sure is handy!
For food preservation and for keeping good fresh food fresh for years and years I suggest you investigate freeze drying. There's many YT on the subject but my favourite is this guy: Retired at 40- Live.Life.Simple.
At last Nikki with new hair 👍......
As we can see, you guys EARN all of the amazing moments you are afforded. And we get to vicariously enjoy. Also, I would recommend Vibram Five Fingers footwear for y’all. They would protect your feet. Thx Wynns
Yay!🤗🤗 A little does of gone with the Wynn's before I go slave for the man at work 🤣
It’s a good thing you both are so slim, and fit. Getting into those tight spaces, requires it. Great job!!
Discovered your channel a few days ago and have watched almost all your videos posted on the last year. Great content and so well done! Look forward to future videos.
If that supposed to be done monthly, you would think they would try and put an easier access hole or something. Instead of climbing in there.
And for the life of me I can’t figure out why the boat builder was allergic to stainless steel or naval bronze. Such nuts and bolts are available on Amazon relatively cheap. All that work and it’ll rust to hell again.
I think that's one of those maintenance tasks invented to void your warranty. They know no one is going that monthly.
@@CueBeanKa Agreed. I bet it wasn’t lubed once before the Wynns got the boat, and they only noticed it because noise. (Not blaming them, there’s a million parts like that on a boat, and always a list of things you do know about.)
Nah , that would make it too easy :)
Better yet, rework the pulleys to accept a sealed, lifetime lubed ball bearing.
Nikki and Jason are awesome, so impressed by what you guys are doing, hope you get rocking and rolling soon !!!
WOW mammoth bananas!
I came to the comments to see if that was what she was cutting.
I was so confused because she held up what appears to be a giant banana and so matter of factly says 'And YES! I do freeze tomatoes!' LOL!
So funny. It is good to see you doing so well. Especially given the world situation. Be safe!
Copious quantities of Good Ju Ju being sent.
I hope it works :)
You guys are so cute. Thanks for showing the good, the bad and the ugly. Thanks for keeping it real and having such a great sense of humor despite all you have been through.
Oh, no need for others to sign up for that Van, I did yesterday and I know I am going to win it ;-) Also, this video is rated X for... excellent!
OK guys, it sounds like you are going a little stir crazy. You need to splash the boat soon! As for the blocks I might looks for some with sealed bearings or at least grease fittings. Having to disassemble and lube those on a monthly basis is crazy. Keep the good stuff coming.
There were a lot of opportunities for innuendos in this episode lol
(Hee hee -- a most appropriate word, ' innuendos!')
By far, one of the nicest Utube channel's in all the land!
I really enjoy following your adventures, I find myself smiling though out the whole video.
Great teamwork on getting all those boat task complete!
Stay safe, hugs!! 😊❤🌏☀️⛵🍌🥃🍹🍸
15:46- That’s what SHE said.
I’ll show myself out...
LOL