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Sailing With Us
Registrace 1. 10. 2018
We are Rob & Angie, a middle age (plus) couple with a passion for sailing. We bought our lovely Bavaria 300 yacht in August 2012.
Unfortunately, just over a month later, Rob had a serious stroke. With help from our doctor, Headway and especially family and close friends, and Robs gritty determination, Rob made a remarkable recovery. However, he does have weakness on his left side, some speech issues (sometimes sounds drunk) and probably the one that causes the most problems in his memory. His recall on things that happened over 3-4 days previous is sketchy to say the least!
We started recording “Sailing with us” purely as a means of playing back his memories, as method of recall for him.
Don’t tell CZcams but we store all these videos for free!
We’re not after fortune and fame but you might enjoy Rob’s ex-forces humour.
Thank you for watching!
Unfortunately, just over a month later, Rob had a serious stroke. With help from our doctor, Headway and especially family and close friends, and Robs gritty determination, Rob made a remarkable recovery. However, he does have weakness on his left side, some speech issues (sometimes sounds drunk) and probably the one that causes the most problems in his memory. His recall on things that happened over 3-4 days previous is sketchy to say the least!
We started recording “Sailing with us” purely as a means of playing back his memories, as method of recall for him.
Don’t tell CZcams but we store all these videos for free!
We’re not after fortune and fame but you might enjoy Rob’s ex-forces humour.
Thank you for watching!
Volvo Penta oil leak and seal replacement
We discover an oil leak on our spare Volvo Penta 2000 series engine.
Replacing an oil seal fixed it. This is how we did it!
Replacing an oil seal fixed it. This is how we did it!
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In this episode I discover my 2000 series Volvo Penta starter motor has broken down. I change it and strip down to find the fault.
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In this episode, I sample check our keel bolts just for peace of mind to see if we have any corrosion on our 1990 built Bavaria Yacht. The method is perhaps controversial but it made the task easy.
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In this episode we discover our Volvo Penta raw water cooling pump has a leaking seal. We remove it and strip out the faulty components in real time ready for a rebuild. In the next episode (Ep:18) Volvo Penta water pump rebuild we show you how we did it.
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So rare to find these nice & calm videos on YT nowadays… 👍
I love your video. So calm in your presentation style and easy-to-understand commentary. I'm also based in Suffolk, on the Deben and this winter I shall be embarking on rebuild of a Penta Reverse Gearbox, as it currently sticks in reverse. Do you have any experience of gearboxes/transmission units?
@@banier1 I’m going to make a new episode on the sail drive gearbox later this year. Just need to find the time. Thanks for your feedback, it’s difficult to make engine maintenance videos exciting. Good to hear you enjoyed it.
Excellent video. I'm about to replace my own water pump in my 2002, and will also recondition the original pump to have a spare on board (also many thanks for Ep 18)
Thank you for the heads up on the corrosion. I walked away from the Volvo propeller. By chance, I distanced myself from a bad alloy. Some kind of manganese or zinc? I spell relief Michigan Wheel Sailer 2 L as in left. It can speed me along simply by being precise and small, and has given perfect service to someone on a 3/4 shaft, for almost half a century.. I chose fixed blades over getting the shaft and I'm happy. Running or stringing along, the Michigan Sailer is as quiet as a mouse.
As a collector of spare parts for this engine, I'm pleased to see that at least one person has gone further and fitted an entire spare engine. Keep up the good work with these videos. Btw, my engine is the 2002 freshwater cooled. Seeing 40-year-old seawater cooled engines in good condition makes me wonder if the freshwater cooling even makes sense. It's really a hassle to deal with the heat exchanger.
Yes, fantastic little engines. Jut want to keen ours running as long as possible.
wonderful! Thank you!
Thanks for the appreciation!
Whats the function of the small hole it has in the joint area
I believe it's to provide oil to the oil gallery in the rocker cover that splash feeds the cups on the push rods.That's my guess, hope it helps?
I've got one too
Hi Paul, I assume you've got a spare engine not an oil leak.
Can confirm, a big hassle with the heat exchanger.
I have successfully frozen the bearings before assembly …
I'll give it a try next time.
Thanks mate, I have a VP 2003 that refuses to die, and a spare VP 2030 if it does, so I appreciate your plan..
Hi Paul, yes a sort of insurance policy. I can't afford a new engine.
Smashing video Rob - informative, well paced and with lots of extra information and tips to help the boat owner on a budget. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the vote of confidence, much appreciated.
This looks like a demo engine for a engeering school or museum, or who delivers an engine with a switch and everything ;)
Hi Boatmattias, interesting comment. The engine came bolted down in its crate. I added the fuel system and made a starter box so I could test run in situ. Under the green paint (seen in the video) was a base coat of "duck egg blue" colour. You could be correct with an engineering school theory.
Hi may I ask how you sourced the engine and if you have any recommendations?
Hi Nick, I got the engine from eBay. Try and buy a runner, even if it's got starting issues or low compression. A top end rebuild should sort out the problems and give you a reliable engine. Hope this helps?
I bought an engine like this 16 years ago for my 1924 catboat. The previous owner of the engine had noticed a loss of power and a Volvo mechanic had recommended a new engine. That's why I got this for very little money. When I got home I discovered, that only the actuation lever for the gouvernor was worn out, so that it was no longer possible to apply full throttle. A little bit of welding and filework fixed ist.
Fingers crossed it's still running in 16 years time. Good little engines!
Brilliant, thanks! My boat has a 2002 and I’m so pleased you’re taking the time to make these clear and well detailed videos. 🙌🏻
Good to know you enjoyed the video, thanks.
Thanks you very much for sharing ❤
It's only a hobby but good to get positive comments.
Thanks for great video
Thanks for the feedback.
Put bearings in freezer first and heat housing in oven.
Thanks for the tip!
Hi again, Rob, from Cádiz. My engine starter just failed today and I remembered I had seen a video on this topic on your channel. So here I am again thanking you for your generosity and quality videos! Cheers from Spain!
Quick question, was it the starter motor gearbox or an electrical issue? My next video is probably fixing an oil leal so lookout. 😀
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Not sure of the issue. Next weekend I will check it out after following the indications from your video: solenoid, etc.
😂 been there with the wind indicator! I couldn’t for the life of me figure out why my sail trim just wouldn’t settle… then I looked at Norma the flag and realised that the wind was coming from another direction to what the wind indicator was saying! Our wind indicator is still buggered though! Looking forward to making this same passage tomorrow, thanks for the video!
Hope you have a safe passage, don't spill anything!!!! looking forward to watching the video. Rob & Angie x
Hmm 🤔, was about to give you a 👎 until the end with the beach towel 😂. Good old British army humour. 👍👍
Thanks for taking the time to upload the video (and no. 18) very helpful in repairing our old Beneteau in Dallas!
Hi Scott, thanks for the feedback, hopefully nothing got lost in translation from my accent?
I was inspired by his very useful video czcams.com/video/MQxAk9G558g/video.html
Excellent video - alowed a much quicker rebuild than if i iddnt have it as a guide, and there was a lot less swearing! If you ever find yourself sailing the Clyde or Scottish West Coast I owe you a beer.
Hi Andrew, thanks for the feedback. I have a question for you. Part one was water pump strip out. Did you watch both episodes?
Hi. Have you triede the gori propel?
Yes, the Gori was good quality however It was difficult to choose.
Nice to see you back online again! Another very informative video, thank you for sharing! Fair winds
Thanks for the feedback, I try and make an episode every few months when Iv'e got something to film.
Another of your super, simple to follow videos. Am I pleased I don't have a wooden deck! Love your boat cover.
Yes, the cover saves the deck from going green over winter. I'm not sure about the teak deck too!
Good job, very well explained. I like the idea of the butyl tape, much less messy than sealant. Best Wishes ... Dave
Hi Dave, Iv'e started using butyl tape on a lot of fittings. As you say less messy.
I’ve just stumbled across your channel and like your style. I have a 92’ Bavaria 320 on the south coast she’s almost identical to blue solitaire
Hi Jon, hope you love your boat as much as we do! Is the interior the same? We need to tackle a drooping headlining problem in the aft cabin.Looks like a big job!
Good drills with the keel bolts! 😊
Thanks 👍As they say, you can't be a dentist without a drill.
Hi Rob, thanks for your help in the marina. Hauled out this morning and it was a barnacle build up on the propeller, can’t quite believe it! Returning at a later date to do the crossing. In hindsight, should’ve had a scrub before setting off. Cheers, jack, Dave and Rick
Did you make it back to Chichester successfully. We were correct the engine was smoking under excessive load.
How did you rig up an "anchor ball scare crow"? 🤣
I think every yacht should have an "anchor ball scare crow" however if you know a better method to get rid of marauding jet skis, please let me know. My old coveralls aren't scary enough!
I wouldn't heat the bearings - but I would the outer brass housing. For the shaft I would plastic bag it and leave that in the freezer for a couple of hours to make fitting the bearings a little easier. I would be very careful when driving the bearings to avoid putting too much strain or hammering the inner race - though with this design that's not easy to do.
Thanks, I'll give that a try next time.
So nice to see you visited our sailing place! Our boat is right there!
Lovely city! Keep going with that VP2002, in my opinion a fantastic little engine.
And why do we do this?
Thanks for the video, by the way.
Hi and thanks for the question. I should have put an explanation at the start of the video. A simple reason is to make sure the valve fully closes as the wear limits change on the seat.
Hello , very good video , i am going to do this work.i am from Spain .👏👏👏
Thanks for your kind comment. Hopefully this video helps. I’m slightly envious that you are in warm waters. My last boat was in Guardamar del Segura, all year sailing!
The helical gear box is the common problem with this starter. You did not mention that you have a isolatated starter motor ( Minus on the rear on the starter). Some VP engines are isolated, which means the engine block has no connection to the battery. Alternator is also isolated and you should have seen one wire is going from the starter motor to the alternator (minus). This was done by VP to minimize corrosition. It´s a very bad idea to change the alternator to a none isolated car alternator. If you do so, you need a 200A relais in the minus line. It´s done often without a relais and results in a defect oil cooler or a corroded hear exchanger. Minus connection to the engine block is only during the start operation when the starter is engaged.
Please correct the exchange of the starter motor and make people aware that there is a none isolated version. The heat exchanger and oil cooler are yery expensiv parts....even the cooling water on the 2003(t) goes through a cooper pipe in the gearbox. I keep always a spare starter motor on board ( died twice already)
Hi Frank, that’s an interesting point about the earthing point at the back of the starter. It was connected to a strap attached to one of the bolts on the engine mount. A large negative cable runs from the engine block directly to the starting battery. I get your point about the alternator and corrosion, were there many VP engines fitted with this model starter system?
@@sailingwithus5743 Hi Rob, most boats equiped with a sail drive should have an isolated engine. Quit easy to spot, the sensors (Oil and water temp have two wires). In the VP operating manual you find two circurit diagrams, one for single pole and the other for double pole which is the isolated version. VP did this for a reason, every where in the engine are different types of metal are used. When you look at the MS2A gearbox cooper pipe aluminium housing, same with the oil cooler and heat exchanger. There are lots of people which are having problems with corrosion on the sail drive, oil cooler and heat exchanger. If you search the internet you will find many . Saw your videos...did you check your circular water pump (internal cooling) for a loose shaft?? If the belt was always tied, it destroyes the bearing on the circular Pump. The pulley feels wickley. A new pump at Volvo Penta is € 2000, which is a rip off. My engine is a VP2003T and I had to fix already both pumps. I have motored over 4000 hours, Moody 34 build 1986.
Well made video
Thanks, hope you found it useful.
All my best wishes! I already uploaded a video on which a dermatologist explains how to protect our skin during sailing and, believe it or not, the next health video will explain what to do in case of stroke during sailing. I work with neurologists and I spoke to one of them a couple of months ago. He is also a sailor, and he is willing to help with the recording. I will try to record it sooner than later. Most of us sailors are over 50 and we are at risk.
So happy to have come across your channel! My boat also mounts a VP 2002. Keep going! I learn a lot with your videos. Greetings from Spain!
Thanks for the feedback. What a bulletproof little engine the VP 2002 is turning out to be! Just regular oil changes and they keep going. More boat stuff to come. Greetings from the muddy waters, east coast of England!
Shame you are not my neighbour in the marina- you really are a great source of knowledge !! Always great to see your videos ! Fair winds
Hi zero-to-sailor, thanks for the feedback. Rob
Good stuff, as you well know, if you put marine in front of any part it quadruple s in price 😂😂😂😂😂
Hi sailingceltic, totally agree anything about boats is expensive, especially if it's stainless steel!
Oh Rob, another helpful video. I bet my tappets haven't been checked for years, another job for the winter. Thank you .... Dave
Do it !!!🙂
Hi Rob, Thanks for the video, I have a VP 2003 circa 1993, probably one of the last few made. It's pretty much ok at the moment but i do worry about things like the starter motor so this video has been very useful. If I get problems with it, I know where to look. Interesting that you can get pattern replacements for the starter motor. Are there any other parts that work ?. I've moved away from the genuine VP filters and saved a lot. I also found a source for raw water impellors. Take care, you're doing well, I wouldn't have known about your stroke if I hadn't read your about message. Onwards and upwards Eh! Best Wishes Dave
Hi Dave, I started making these videos after my stroke to remember what I'd done. It's nice to see boat owners benefiting from watching them. Regarding the pattern replacement. I carry one in my spares box, you never know! I'd recommend cutting down a 10mm hex key too. Cheers, Rob
Hi again, since I have the same RWC engine but my boat is a 30 footer, what's a typical cruising speed for you and at what rpms? Same question for max speed at what RPMs. Thanks.
Hi dojo, hope you got your engine mounts sorted. Passage planning I usually work on a five knot average, sail or engine. Cruising RPM 1500 = 5knots. Flat out 2000+ RPM and a clean bottom is about 7 knots. The bating platform starts to dig in to the wake as it approaches maximum hull speed. Hope this helps!
Thanks. Good info to have for me. Just discovered the thermostat in the engine is a 110 deg F unit. I'm going to order the 140 deg F (60 C) and swap. I wonder if the engine will run any different, more power, lower fuel consumption, more chance to salt up the exhaust elbow? I'm still working on locating mounts. Guess I have to figure out how the front and backs are different. When looking for parts, I'm often asked for the engine's serial number (10 digits?) only to find they can't find it. Has that happened to you? @@sailingwithus5743
Great video and a beautiful boat. What’s the make and length? I have the same engine and am planning to replace the thermostat so your video will really help. I’m pretty sure my engine needs new engine mounts. We bought the boat a couple months ago. The engine sure shakes at 850 rpm so I'm thinking engine mounts may need replacing. I see many mounts advertised that appear to fit the back but haven’t been able to find any for the front of the engine. They appear to be different than the back mounts. Any suggestions/advice, part numbers, websites to visit? Thanks!
Hi dajo. our boat is a 1990 built Bavaria 300, she's just under 32ft long. Is your engine sail drive or shaft? If you're in the uk I would recommend Keyparts Ltd. give them the engine serial number and they'll probably give you the advice you need. Good luck!
Thanks for the fast reply. Your Bavaria looks perfect for a couple. Ours has a shaft drive. I'm in the states but with worldwide shipping, I'll look them up. Are the front mounts different than the back ones?@@sailingwithus5743
My home marina .. handy caravan for bacon roll popular with bikers ctclists dog walkers..
I'll look out for the bacon roll van next visit, thanks!
You have a lovely accent. Texan here. Thank you sir.
Thanks, and a face for radio too!😀
Excellent travail. Pouvez-vous réaliser une vidéo pédagogique sur les pièces du circuit d'huile et de refroidissement pour les débutants ?
Bonjour et merci pour vos gentils mots. Je fais habituellement des videos sur des pieces de moteur cassées! Vois ce que je peux faire.