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Hello! We are Jeni & Rich VanDusen, a couple of do-it-yourselfer liveaboards and future travelers. A few years ago we sold a bunch of stuff and bought an old (but sturdy) Tayana 37 sailboat. We've been living aboard since September 2013 all while doing MAJOR work on the boat and working full-time. Our goal is not to create the perfect boat, but to fix and upgrade our boat to suit us and what we want to do...which is travel! We're real hands-on type of people and Rich is seriously talented when it comes to fixing and making nearly anything, so most of our videos are about projects on which we're working. Future videos will be about sailing and travel, but for now, if you're looking for information on how to rewire your old boat, build a bowsprit, or even how to retrieve that halyard you lost up the mast, chances are we've done it!
INJURED & Alone 🩼 in the Desert 🌵 | SV Ramble On
This week we travel 15 hours from Santa Rosalia to San Francisquito. Rich tries out his new fishing gear while I heckle him from the dinghy. The weather was dreary and we spent a lot of time chillng on the boat until tragedy struck.
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We’re Jeni and Rich. We’re really just a couple of average Joes. In a nutshell we met and married in our early 20s; I graduated from college in my late 20s; adopted two cats and a dog in the late 90s; sold a house and bought a new house in our mid 30s; then sold the new house and moved onto a sailboat in our early 40s. In between all that we had a bunch of fun like camping, scuba diving, watching hockey games (Go Red Wings!), concerts, traveling, spear fishing, restoring a 1963 Chevy II Nova; spending time with family and friends. A few years ago we decided to lay off all the fun-having to fix up this old boat. We figure if we put our noses to the grindstone for a few years, we’ll be able to travel for a few years and do all the fun things we’ve missed.
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We’re Jeni and Rich. We’re really just a couple of average Joes. In a nutshell we met and married in our early 20s; I graduated from college in my late 20s; adopted two cats and a dog in the late 90s; sold a house and bought a new house in our mid 30s; then sold the new house and moved onto a sailboat in our early 40s. In between all that we had a bunch of fun like camping, scuba diving, watching hockey games (Go Red Wings!), concerts, traveling, spear fishing, restoring a 1963 Chevy II Nova; spending time with family and friends. A few years ago we decided to lay off all the fun-having to fix up this old boat. We figure if we put our noses to the grindstone for a few years, we’ll be able to travel for a few years and do all the fun things we’ve missed.
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The Mysterious GHOST Town 💀 in the Desert 😱 | SV Ramble On
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Some interesting tidbits about Punta Chivato. Posada de las Flores is an abandoned hotel located in Punta Chivato, Baja California Sur. The hotel was once a luxury destination, favored by celebrities such as John Wayne and frequented by the famous oceanographer Jacques Cousteau. It was originally built in 1972 and underwent its last renovation in 2006. However, it closed its doors in 2014, leav...
Spearing Dogtooth Snapper in San Juanico | SV Ramble On
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We traveled from Loreto to San Juanico where Rich slayed the pargo for several days. Then we headed to Playa Santispac in Bahia Concepcion where we rested for four days after catching head colds in Loreto or San Juanico. Finally feeling a little better, we head north to Punta Chivato. Social Stuff sv_rambleon www.svrambleon.com svrambleon Artlist Music: Pretty Things ...
Are We Going to Hit a Whale?! | SV Ramble On
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We sail from Isla Carmen to Isla Coronados before heading to Loreto to provision. Along the way we see humpback whales and then our depth sounder starts acting weird and shows us in very shallow water. Are whales beneath our boat? Social Stuff sv_rambleon www.svrambleon.com svrambleon Artlist Music: Sneaky Shenanigans by Charlie Ryan Special Vibe by Yarin Primak Where...
Isla Carmen's Hidden Gems | SV Ramble On
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This week we explore Isla Carmen in the Sea of Cortez. We spend a couple of nights at Punta Colorado where we explore the rugged coastline and a sea cave. Then we're off to Bahia Salina. There we trek through an abandoned salt mine and dive a sunken shrimp boat. The weather is warming up and shade is at a premium so we try our hand at sewing a shade tarp for the cockpit. Social Stuff instagram....
Sailing the Baja Peninsula: San Evaristo to Agua Verde | SV Ramble On
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This week we journey from the quiet little village of San Evaristo north to Agua Verde. It wasn't our original plan to go all the way to Agua Verde in one trip, but sometimes things happen that changes our itinerary. We experience some very calm seas, some perfect sailing, and some very sporty conditions. We get it all in one trip! Once in Agua Verde we dine at the local beach-side restaurant a...
Mining Memories: Isla San Francisco to an Abandoned Salt Mine | SV Ramble On
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We leave the breathtaking shores of Isla San Francisco, Baja California Sur and head to the mesmerizing waters surrounding Isla San Jose. Our first stop was Amortajada where we anticipated exploring the mangroves. However, the sea had something else in mind. The entire area was inundated with jellyfish! We skipped the mangroves and went further north to make landfall at Salinas, a forgotten out...
Island Hopping: Isla San Francisco | SV Ramble On
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This week we start our journey north. We leave Balandra Bay for Ensenada Grande, our favorite anchorage on Isla Partida. We spend a few sunny and warm days swimming and spearfishing. From there we journey to Isla San Francisco. It's a popular anchorage due to its close proximity to La Paz and scenic beauty. Social Stuff sv_rambleon www.svrambleon.com svrambleon Artlis...
Bouncing Around Balandra Bay | SV Ramble On
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We left La Paz after 12 days and headed just around the corner to Balandra Bay. What a beautiful place! On our first hike ashore we came across a mama dog and one puppy. They were very hungry and thirsty. We gave them some cat food that Twitchell wouldn't eat and a big bowl of water. We ended up feeding them for 3 days. I felt so bad leaving them, but we had to move on eventually. Social Stuff ...
Life in La Paz | SV Ramble On
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While we waited for some mail in La Paz we looped our water heater into our engine cooling system and Rich made a flasher for his spear gun. We also explored the malecon during Carnival. Social Stuff sv_rambleon www.svrambleon.com svrambleon Artlist Music: Ocean Avenue by Paper Planes Carioca Breeze by Donner & Tie Billiard Balls by Raw We’re Jeni and Rich. We’re real...
FULL THROTTLE Fix: Mercury Carburetor Rebuild and Life in La Paz | SV Ramble On
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This week we spend too much money in La Paz stocking up for the trip north. We also get some maintenance done on the Mercury outboard. Social Stuff sv_rambleon www.svrambleon.com svrambleon Artlist Music: We’re Jeni and Rich. We’re really just a couple of average Joes. In a nutshell we met and married in our early 20s; I graduated from college in my late 20s; adopted ...
Sailboat ⛵️Maintenance 🛠️ at Sea 🌊: Swapping Zinc Anodes | SV Ramble On
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Sailboat ⛵️Maintenance 🛠️ at Sea 🌊: Swapping Zinc Anodes | SV Ramble On
Isla Partida Adventure: Trekking Through Enchanting Arroyos | SV Ramble On
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Isla Partida Adventure: Trekking Through Enchanting Arroyos | SV Ramble On
Exploring Breathtaking Bays: Los Muertos and Bahia Bonanza | SV Ramble On
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Exploring Breathtaking Bays: Los Muertos and Bahia Bonanza | SV Ramble On
Chasing the North Winds 💨 | SV Ramble On
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Chasing the North Winds 💨 | SV Ramble On
Coastal Conquest 🐟 from Santa Maria to CABO! | SV Ramble On
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Coastal Conquest 🐟 from Santa Maria to CABO! | SV Ramble On
Navigating the Pacific: Asuncion to Santa Maria | SV Ramble On
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Navigating the Pacific: Asuncion to Santa Maria | SV Ramble On
A WINDY Welcome to Bahia de Asuncion | SV Ramble On
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A WINDY Welcome to Bahia de Asuncion | SV Ramble On
BORDER CROSSING by Sea 🌊: Dana Point to Ensenada | SV Ramble On
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BORDER CROSSING by Sea 🌊: Dana Point to Ensenada | SV Ramble On
Savoring Scenic Spots in DANA POINT | SV Ramble On
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Savoring Scenic Spots in DANA POINT | SV Ramble On
More POWER!🔋⚡️: Sailboat SOLAR Upgrade | SV Ramble On
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More POWER!🔋⚡️: Sailboat SOLAR Upgrade | SV Ramble On
Underwater Adventure 🫧: SPEARFISHING Calico Bass 🐟in Catalina's Pristine Waters | SV Ramble On
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Underwater Adventure 🫧: SPEARFISHING Calico Bass 🐟in Catalina's Pristine Waters | SV Ramble On
Forney's FURY: GALE Force Winds! | SV Ramble On
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Forney's FURY: GALE Force Winds! | SV Ramble On
Hiding From STORMS in Santa Barbara | SV Ramble On
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Hiding From STORMS in Santa Barbara | SV Ramble On
CONQUERING the Cape: San Luis to Santa Barbara & An Interview with SV Mig | SV Ramble On
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CONQUERING the Cape: San Luis to Santa Barbara & An Interview with SV Mig | SV Ramble On
Moonless MADNESS: First-Time OVERNIGHT Sailing from Santa Cruz to San Simeon | SV Ramble On
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Moonless MADNESS: First-Time OVERNIGHT Sailing from Santa Cruz to San Simeon | SV Ramble On
Beyond the Bay: Sailing Under the GOLDEN GATE into the Pacific | SV Ramble On
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Beyond the Bay: Sailing Under the GOLDEN GATE into the Pacific | SV Ramble On
China Camp & San Francisco's Urban OASIS, Aquatic Park Cove | SV Ramble On
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China Camp & San Francisco's Urban OASIS, Aquatic Park Cove | SV Ramble On
A Decade of Memories: FAREWELL to Owl Harbor Marina | SV Ramble O
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A Decade of Memories: FAREWELL to Owl Harbor Marina | SV Ramble O
Dinghy Decisions: Finding 'THE ONE' in a Sea of Options | SV Ramble On
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Dinghy Decisions: Finding 'THE ONE' in a Sea of Options | SV Ramble On
Although we’ve been coming up to Owl Harbor for a couple years, I didn’t know you had a CZcams channel until a couple of weeks ago. Been fun binge watching. Rich & Wendy SV Balaena.
Hi Rich and Wendy! Thanks for watching!
I just wanted to say that I've been watching your videos for some time and you are one of my favorite sailing channels. Your videos are informative - both the sailing, nature, and DIY. You guys have a great energy together and your videos feel REAL - a rarity in the CZcams sailing world. I totally understand feeling burnt out with all the video work. It's no easy task. Perhaps consider cutting back the number of videos so you have more time for yourselves. Thanks for sharing your stories and your sage advice. I've learned a lot from your channel. Safe and fun travels!
Hi Laz - Thank you so much for the kind sentiments and thanks for watching. I briefly checked out your website and Wow! Your photos are amazing! When I have more time I plan to sit back and really have a good look.
I hope you keep making vids! You are one of my fav channel s, and Xtra good thoughts for helping him. You are great people!
I appreciate that!
Oh wow great story hard to believe people can do things like that an get in trouble with no radios and lady on board not knowing basics of radio....you guys rock and please don't stop your video. I watched you guys so much during your refit and dYI. Kept doing doesn't matter it it's supper informative or maybe boring sometimes. Who cares my vessel TeAta is on the hard because I found out I have blood cancer multiple myeloma. So watching videos that are down to earth gets me through and keeps my spirits up to work to get her back in the water . Bz on the amazing rescue and going above and beyond to help these crew people. It seemed like alot was not that interested in helping. Thank you for doing the right thing. Your the type of crew that I would sail beside any day. God bless and fair winds in your new adventures. Garland barney Shediac Cape, New Brunswick Canada ❤
Hi Garland - Thank you for the kind words and for watching. We're always curious as to who watches our videos. I'm so sorry to hear about your cancer. I hope your treatment is going well and you can get back out on the water some day soon. What type of boat do you have? I gotta say we were pretty surprised that no one else in the anchorage knew what was going on and once they knew they weren't all that keen to help out. I'm glad to say we didn't hesitate to help when she said she needed it. I hope if we ever need help there will be someone nearby who's willing. God bless you too and take care!
I know little about vacquita other than what I've read on wiki and a couple of articles. According to wikipedia, 2024 survey is between 6 to 8 individuals. If you encountered a larger pod, that's a huge deal! Keep making vids!
Not positive they were the vacquita, but they did look very small. Could have been a large pod with a bunch of baby dolphins I guess.
@@svrambleon I have seen several nursery pods off Southern California. Usually they will have adult dolphins swimming amongst them. Still a notable sighting either way.
Love the story!!’ ‘Level of clean’. Made me crack up. ❤❤❤❤❤
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Great video! It got me thinking about whether Carolyn knows the whole process for turning on the VHF. She said of course she did. But she didn't. She got everything right, including the VHF breaker, but forgot to send power from the main panel to the nav desk panel, where the VHF breaker is located. So, you see, you really can't stop making videos. Lives may depend upon them! Thanks for another wonderful vid. Happy sails.
Cut back if you have to but please don 't stop altogether...PLEASE!
You two seem kinda miserable. You ok?
Don’t quit making videos. That is one of my biggest fears is something happens to me and my wife doesn’t know what to do. Btw I teased you guys about your battleship windlass. Mine broke and dropped 250’ of chain and a 75 lb anchor that had to be hand hauled twice. Powerboat so no winches. Rigged a raising system 2’ at a time. No more teasing about windlass. I’m in the battleship windlass club now.
Great Video. Well...all your videos are great, informative and to the point. I have a 1972 Cheoy Lee Offshore 40 that will go through this procedure starting this afternoon.Luckily the tan sits just below the cockpit and there is plenty of room to move around. Thank you so much for your content.
Glad to help. Thanks for watching!
Two great positives. As far as the oven size agreed. Thank you again.
We loved the dolphin footage!
Awesome video!! Safe travels 🙏
Thanks! 👍
Maybe you’re water intake was clogged? Did you say you ran aground right before this happened? That or air locked somehow. Did you get water flow back at the heat exchanger hoses you had in the bucket? I don’t think it was the gummy stuff if no water flow right? Or is this on the separate fresh water side from the other water pump and exchanger?
Man you have done all the things i want/need to do to my Tayana!
Loved chivato, we had great snorkeling and spearing in front of the hotel there. Pity we missed that town sign.. next time.
Getting ready to update the exhaust on my Tayana 37!
We're so glad we did. We've had a lot of big following seas here in Mexico and haven't had a problem.
Punta Chivato is pretty cool! Too bad to see its demise.
It was surprisingly cool to us! I would have really liked to see it when it was operational. It's still for sale I believe...
Great video. I love that abandoned hotel! 😊
Next time you're in Punta Chivato, check out the shell beach on the W end of the bay. Mounds of shells, but the best ones are just offshore in shallow water, not having been exposed to sun, abrasion, etc. 😎
We'll do that later this year when we head south again. Thanks!
When you in the whales like that start your engine. They will notice you better. That was pretty freaky. I wasn’t scared until Rich said he was nervous. The dude has ice water in his veines. That came on quick. Good job J. You were pretty scared. You don’t know what they are going to do. .
Great . Thanks for the ideas.
Most welcome 😊
Are you happy with the induction brand and the Costco toaster oven? I just made a large lithium purchase. And looking forward to getting the propane out of the galley
We’re very happy with the Mini Duo. It’s been working great. We met a couple on an all electric boat that had one too. They had a problem with theirs and the company fixed it right away. They’ve been very happy with it. The oven works good too, but I wish it was a bit bigger inside.
Better if they were longer. Hahah. But I have an idea of what goes into making a video. 🤙
NICE Thank You. How are those water with h switches working out?
They've been working great. Every once in a blue moon we pour fresh water over them to make sure they're functioning and clean.
yup. I really like your videos. thank you.
Glad you like them!
By any chance did you find out where that black oily smelly sludge is coming from and where are you able to stop it from coming back? I have had this problem now for five months and it comes back and comes back.
Yes, it came from our oily Perkins 4-108 engine. We replaced it with a Beta Marine 43 and haven't had any oil in the bilge since.
just found your channel , love the banter reminds me of me and the Admiral lol
Welcome aboard!
You will not believe this, but at 5:13 minutes, that’s my brothers van! All the best Richard
That's pretty crazy!
Nice and clear video not to mention beautiful. Get well soon. HB Rich.
Thanks so much!
You need to explore Concepcíon mas. Maybe next year.
We do...stay tuned.
Love those dyneema rope holders you made. Very clever !
Thank you! 😊
Solid work on the pargo. I need to learn how to do this!
You should!
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing all the great tips.
Our pleasure!
Nice video..
Thanks
Yay another video! How cool was it getting that yellowtail on your handline 😮😊
We were pretty stoked!
What the heck Rich? It’s hideous… lol.
I know, right?! 🤦♀️
Where you guys been. Need more ramble on.
We’ve been enjoying ourselves off camera a bit too much I guess. More coming soon.
@@svrambleon cool. I can tell. Rich is awesome. Just doing his thing
Hello Guys. It’s been over a month since you last posted an episode. I hope all is OK with you both. All the best Richard
Hi Richard. We’re all good. Just got a little burned out filming all the time. Decided to take a break.
@@svrambleon totally understand that. So glad to see you are still having a lot of fun out there. Richard. 👍🏼🇬🇧
I was actually checking for videos to figure out which order those sensors go in. You have the one that's like a tight coil of wire and the other one that's got the long sort of copper bulb. Any idea which goes in first?
How is it working???
We love it. It works great. The mainsail falls like a ton of bricks.
I had an issue with my 4.108 but it wound up being an issue with the exchanger which was scaled up.
You give the impression that the ADP is a sacrificial diode and will need to be replaced if the alt is cut out at high amps. I think that you are incorrect in that the ADP just absorbes the load and can continue to do it's job even after the overload and does not need to be replaced. Can you clarify if this is correct? Derek
Hi Derek - Yes, that is our understanding of the device. We've also seen this info in the description of the device here baymarinesupply.com/sterling-power-pro-protect-12v-alternator-protection-device.html
@@svrambleon thank you for the response. I sent sterling a message as well and just got this back from them. (A)The ADP is not designed to be sacrificial- however, There are a number of places professing the ADP to be the only item needed to make lithium/alternator charge suitable (B]) The ADP is not invincible, a sustained dangerous voltage may put the device at risk, though I am not aware currently (no pun intended) of any units that have failed Sterling Power
SV Ramble On comes to the rescue AGAIN! We can now carry our dinghy inverted on deck without shame. Thanks!
Oh yeah, those dirty dinghy bottoms are so embarrassing. Glad we could help! Did you get the work done on Duchess in Ensenada?
@@svrambleon Hi guys! We arrived in Ensenada just yesterday, where we've rented a slip at Hutchison EVC Cruiseport Marina for a month. We'll haul at Baja Naval sometime during our stay. We're already liking it here. Tomorrow, marina staff will shuttle us around town to handle immigration, port clearance, and a TIP. Everyone has been super friendly and helpful. It seems you dodged a bullet at Mission Bay that we did not. Apparently, there's been a large jib floating around below the surface of the anchorage for years. When departing there for Ensenada at 3 AM Friday, the engine suddenly stopped and we were adrift. Yes, we had wrapped our prop with that jib, and spent much of the day separating the two. Fortunately, there was no noticeable damage to prop, shaft, or transmission, and we were able to leave the following day for Mexico. As you enjoy the time of your lives, you're bringing many grateful viewers along with you. Thanks so much for that. Happy sails, Bill & Carolyn
how has this held up thank you
No problems with it at all.
Put some duralac onto the thread. I replaced my W15 on the weekend and had to grind the top fitting off as thread had seized in the aluminium
Bummer about El Gato
Disappointing for sure. We'll check it out on our way south.
Just realized that we've stayed at that marina (Whoooo!) a maybe even had the slip next to you one time. Thought those tules looked familiar. Great videos.
Oh really? Small world! What kind of boat do you have?
The music for the dive on the tuna boat made me feel like James Bond would swim out of that wreck with a lobster on the end of his hawaiian sling spear.
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If that shade doesn't work, I can tell you what worked for me. I have a double ender also. No bimini on mine. When at anchor, I use a patio umbrella, and it works great. They make several widths. My dogs get hot. Although that shade you made is pretty darn good.
Thanks! That’s a good idea. So far the shade cover is working pretty well.