LESSON LEARNED - TIME TO SLOW DOWN AND FIX THIS AQUILA 54 FOR GOOD!
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- čas přidán 20. 03. 2023
- The joys of boating! Need to learn a lesson and realize that I need to take the time to make everything right before rushing off to paradise.
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As we say in the Army, "slow is smooth, smooth is fast." Enjoying the content and your resilience. Inspiring!
I saw you did the blessing on your trip (not the boat) and the blessing was to discover a problem where it was very easily fixed, right in Florida. Not off the coast, not out to sea. You are doing a good job as a future man of faith. Keep up the good work and continue to see your problems as blessings because they are.
i admire your mature approach to serial disappointment. Take care man.
Man this is just a gut punch. I really enjoy your videos and hate this has happened.
Dude, that’s a sweet boat, would be easy to be envious of you about that. But really man it’s your large group of friends and your personality, that’s makes your channel great.
A part of me feels for your troubles, but you are on the water, and i am in my office living life through your eyes. Lol. I love the layout of that boat.
Hah. Even a lousy day on the water is good! Thanks for watching
You have got to be one of the most patient persons I have ever almost met. One day all of these issues will be resolved and you'll have the boat you wanted. Hang in there. It's got to get better and when it does, you'll be able to relax.
Thank you!!
Once everything is together like it’s supposed to be, I’m sure your cup will overflow with blessings that you wouldn’t believe! I know it’s easier said than done but, stay positive and keep your head up, God is preparing you for a much deserved GREAT REWARD!!
Amen!
Yes, take a deep breath and go where the story leads you. You know the drill. You are living a documentary.
It is such a pleasure to enjoy your production values; slow and steady pans, thoughtful shot selections and solid editing. So much of CZcams is amateur hack crap, shot on cell phones. Sorry for your travails, but the adventure is enjoyable to watch from the viewer perspective.
Thanks for noticing!!! I treat every video like a show. I love doing it. Thanks for watching
It’s hard being an adult, but you are so wise to slow down. I can so relate to your frustration. You’re so close to achieving your dreams. Safe travels. ❤
Thanks so much.
Your channel is one of my new favorites. I can’t believe you don’t have more followers.
Excellent episode and perspective. I'm happy MarineMax is taking care of you. Seems like first rate customer service which is sooooooo missing in most of today's world. Every thing will be fine. ✌🏻️ ✨ 🌊 💨 🛥🏝👙🌞✨
Great choice, best to get everything taken care of. Everything is perfect as it is and as it shall be. It will feel so sweet once you get to the BVI and you will. :)
Yes! Thank you!
@@thewanderinghillbilly Remember that everything that happens in our immediate reality is a reflection of some aspect of ourselves that we need the challenges to actually see those opportunities and grow through them. A lesson I had to learn the hard way. Your doing great and love watching your life challenges and opportunities and how you overcome them. Thank you for sharing all with us as I know I very much appreciate it. Much Respect
It's terrible that you are having so many issues with a new yacht. However, your recent videos are much more impactful than watching you and your guests dining and snorkeling. All boaters have been through similar issues, and how you handle all of this is admirable! You are gaining priceless experience. You are also a great testament to Marine Max. Every individual or company makes mistakes, but it's the way they respond to those mistakes is what sets great companies apart. Good luck with the rest of your journey.
Now I'm looking forward to seeing you dining and snorkeling!
Great job!
Thanks so much for watching!
I believe that was you I was waving to from the shore under the Stuart bridge Friday morning. I was wearing jeans and a white motorcycle jacket. I guess you broke down shortly after that. Hang in there, you’ll get all the kinks worked out!
And yet, despite it all, you are STILL inspiring and encouraging others! And there's the blessing. Listen, I never wanna come across as someone who thinks he has all the answers. That's just not me. But here's a teaching moment - "sometimes GOD will take us through something bad, to keep us from going through something worse." Key here, "take us through." It's bad - now. But it could always be worse. Even in the delay, it's still a blessing that you found out all of this before you were halfway to your destination in the middle of the ocean with your family. Again, something I know, you know. In your momentary displacement, I learned alot. Thanks for your transparent honesty. You won AGAIN! Don't know you, know you. But I would be willing to bet that you're the type of cat that this hiccup was much better accepted with just you, then to have your wife, family and friends involved. Blessins...🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thoroughly enjoying all the videos and can completely relate to all of the issues associated with boats, we sold ours and are in the market for a replacement and I am enjoying seeing how Aquila and Volvo deal with all of the issues. Looking forward to the crossing videos and your future explorations!!
Glad you like them! and thanks for watching
Keep the positive attitude! It’s part of the journey! Cheers from our Trawler currently in Mexico! 👍🇲🇽✌️
Always!
Attitude is everything! And you certainly have the right attitude about all these issues. I really appreciate you sharing. Sorry you had to go through this, but it will all work out and you’ll have great stories to tell. Sending Positive thoughts your way.
I appreciate that and thanks so much for watching
My wife and I follow your adventures and this journey has certainly be an adventure. You are making the right call. You are far more patient than I would be which is virtue. Looking forward to when everything is tight and you are on your way. Godspeed Captain!
Thank you!
Wow.......wow.....my grandpa had a placard in his boat that read "BOAT = a hole in water in which you throw money". Luckily this is all under warranty but unfortunately it doesn't matter what the initial cost of the boat is, it's still a boat. That is a real bummer, but hey at least when it's all said and done you'll have a boat that should cause you nothing smiles & laughter attacks! Cheers!
Thank you so much!!
Thank God and the Baby Jesus you are on point
Your attitude & patience is inspiring to us all.... you certainly need this to be on the water... Love the videos & looking forward to the next one when you are all sorted & can enjoy your future Family trips... take care... 👍
Thanks so much
We have felt your pain. We lived on our 47’ sailboat for 2 years. Being on a boat is nothing more than a game of “Whack a mole”. The challenge is to fix a problem before the next one breaks. Good choice to slow down and get it right before making that crossing. There is too much at stake out there. Our air draft was 64’ and draft of 6’4”, so we know how to wait for tides and bridge clearance. But it’s a first world problem. Enjoying your channel. If you get stuck in Ft. Pierce again, we’re just down the road and can help with logistics if you need anything.
Great comment! Indeed, one to the next, and ongoing battle…or challenge! Thanks so much for watching!
It will all work out, and a reason for everything. Blessing yourself does not hurt. I know. I’m Catholic 🙏🏼🥰👍😃
Hah. My wife is…or was…catholic. So I feel ok doing it.
We have watched your journey for awhile now, and have come to some conclusions:
1) You have either nerves of steel; patients of a saint or hidden angel wings 🤔
And
2) We are looking for a luxury cat for family of 5, Aquila has moved up the list, but 1 thing guaranteed, MarineMax is our go to purchasing platform 👍🏾
3) When We Get our yacht, and things go "A lil awkward, shall we say," our new go to phrase is:
"WWTHD, What Would The Hillbilly Do 🤣"
Be safe out there.
I love it!!!! Hah. Good news is I’m paving the way for future Aquila owners! Thanks so much for watching!
The great thing about a new boat is it is a new boat. The sucky thing about a new boat is that is a new boat.
Correct!!! Thanks for watching
No plan ever survives it's initial IMPACT with reality. I've learned that if I walk in and everything is running fine I'm probably missing something. I love your candor and sympathize with your travails. Something I would love to see you discuss is your communication and internet situation and the challenges and pluses and minuses you have with it or why you chose it. Keep the great shows rolling.
I am living and dying with Starlink. It's the absolutely BEST. 600 bucks for equipment...like 120 a month. Works all the time. very effective. Highly recommend.
Yep, that view was incredible……..hahahah……have a GB’s 42 and it’s always something…….but it will all come together and be worth it…….
yes it will. thanks for watching
Thanks for the great video, all things good and bad come with boating, and that's boating, just like on Deadlest Catch
Good Luck and keep us posted, safe travels...
Thank you! Will do!
I feel your pain. I own a boat and a Jeep.
You have (and need!) the patience of a Saint!
But I think you're taking the right course of action. Get everything sorted, test everything, then go and enjoy!
Good luck pal
Fingers crossed! Thanks for watching!!
Brutha, you’ve got A LOT of patience. You bought a brand new boat. You shouldn’t have to Slow down. You should be dropping miles under those keels. Be glad you have the time and money to deal with it. A large majority definitely would not. Keep on keeping on. Navigate safe🤙
thank you so much.
New viewer by way of watching Soggy Dollar video from another CZcamsr, "Sailing Good, Bad and Ugly". Your attitude about disappointments is very refreshing. I've had many disappointments in life, which took me a long time to realize they are probably blessings in disguise. The big Guy upstairs was probably protecting me from something much worse. Your situations could have been much more dangerous and it sounds like He was looking out for you. Your excellent attitude is great to watch and hear. Blessings brother!
Oh my😭😭😭❤️❤️
Words fail me. I feel so bad for you and we’ve never met. Good luck and keep moving forward.
Thank you so much!
Hang in there. Bahamas will be there when you are ready
Thank you!
Great patience my friend. Know that you are getting unheard of service. Kudos to Marine Max for the services they are providing. I’ve only purchased one new boat in my history all others have been resale. I’m used to regular issues that come with boat ownership. Still worth the mornings of beautiful views😊
Yes it is…it will all be worth it soon and I’ll post boring videos with nothing going wrong!
You picked a great place of dinner! they have some of the best burgers I've had in South Flordia. You passed out 24/7 cam that morning! its about a mile south of the Linton Bridge in Delray
Smart move to get everything done in the states.
Thanks!
Excellent attitude. As they say in boating, pick a time or a place but not both. You cannot schedule boating, breakdowns, weather etc.
good point and accurate. thanks for watching
So much patience. God Speed
Thank you!
I can't wait to do what you're doin . I'll be around the Med.
Enjoy!
You are solid man
love the spirit
keep it up
keep them coming.
Thanks, will do!
Boss not easy I have had 4 boats it patience and love bro
Good luck with everything!
Thank you!
“Good timber doesn’t grow with ease. The stronger the wind, the stronger the trees.”
Hang in there!
thank you!!!
Coming from someone that goes from zero to one hundred quickly (or "a-hunerd" as us Indiana Hillbilly's say) your attitude is a great example for everyone.
On a separate note...what did you decide about on board security cameras? Still Arlo?
Had a somewhat similar problem on my last sail boat. We were on our way to the Caribbean; about 700 miles from anywhere. We had just broken a halyard that dropped our head sail in the water. Some how, while stopping the boat, we lost forward power. Thinking we might have tangled with a jib sheet we went into neutral and one crew went over to check the prop which was clear. About then the bilge pump light came on! I went below and found water was pouring through the shaft seal. The “DriveSaver” bolts had sheared of an the shaft had dropped down, misaligning the Lasdrop shaft log. After a few minutes of panic, I asked one of my crew to get me about 5 feet of small line from a locker with a large screw driver. I then then threw one end over a frame above and the other end under the shan’t and tied a square knot with little slack. I then twisted the line around itself creating a Spanish windlass which shortened the line slowly pull the shaft upward until the leak slowed to a trickle. I also had a donut zinc on the shaft already that keeps me the shaft from sliding backwards. ALL BETTER!
By now my wife had notified everyone she new ashore by sat phone and told the where we were and said she would update them every half hour of our conditions and to call the Coast Guard should we miss a call back.
We then sailed the rest of the way to Tortola without any problems. We were met by a fleet of dinghies at the marina that were helped us tie as we drifted to the dock slowly without power.
Wow. I’m exhausted just reading that. Unbelievable. Glad your safe and have a story to tell! Thanks so much for watching!
Just wanted to share in your disappointment at the moment. I know your fam is looking forward to getting things worked out. Kudos to you for not crying on the vid! I just about did for you!🤗
Thanks for that
B.O.A.T. Bust Out Another Thousand(s)
Got that right!
You did both transmissions you need to check both seals while it's out of the water. Maybe the other one would have already failed if it was damaged but it may just need a few more hours running till it does. It's an easy quick job. Have fun 😢
Both seals replaced! running well. thanks for watching
Thanks for letting us watch your great videos. All I can do was say a bunch of curse words for you. We spent 2 weeks in the BVI's for Christmas and New years in 2011. The best place ever.
That is awesome! Hope you had a wonderful time. thanks for watching
You never hear of all the dramas that come with a boat till your channel. All the others just gloss over how great it is never once mention problems of any kind.
Well thank you...I guess....Hah. It's part of the biz. thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing this super interesting sea life. Love every video you post. Greetings from Denmark
Thanks for watching!
Aww mate I feel for you, but your patience and understanding is inspiring. Hang in there
thanks so much.
It’s a Boat. A very complex assortment of machinery.
It will always need repair and maintenance.
Accept this and enjoy the times aboard.
Thanks for watching
Such awesome service. That was fast, I’ve had my little 20 footer sit longer .
Yes it was! Thanks for watching
This is getting weird! I told my wife the other day I was getting worried about you as I hadn’t seen a post. She’s using your story to try to stop me from moving forward with our cat purchase. Not going to happen. But your story will help me keep my cool when it’s my turn and things go bad. Love your attitude! Keep on keeping on!
Shit gonna happen. Part of the journey. If you want an experience without trials…don’t buy a boat! It helps you grow…I love it. Thanks for watching
I feel your pain without being there. But I have been there and it makes you wonder about life choices. But in the end it’s always worth it. Hang in there
Thanks so much!!
Good decision mate - hang in there
Thanks!
10 days doesn't sound that bad for the replacement. Hopefully the re-fix is the final fix. You can then open the windows and turn up the tunes and ignore the other noises for a while! 😁Happy travels!
Donate for a Dream
Thanks!
On your humidor. Take out the 72% boveda, or any other humidity % other than 84%. The lower % boveda will soak up the higher 84%ers.
Let it sit for a week or so to season, then remove 84% & put in lower % ones back in.
In humid areas I suggest no more than 65%, and I personally run 62% in Tennessee.
With all that said. Lol. Sorry to see more boat troubles, but it's still a helluva adventure we all love to watch.
Now I know what to gift you if we ever meet. I have a bit of a cigar obsession 😅
Well I'm not quite the perfect cigar man you are, my friend...but I will keep it going as best I can. Thanks so much for watching.
I feel for you, I guess this is what comes with buying a new boat. You have to iron out all the bugs before you can have many safe hassle free trips in her. Take your time, she's a beautiful boat and you will have many great memories down the track.
Thank you so much
The joys of boating!! They say that the best 2 days of owning a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it. I don't subscribe to that theory as I have had many boats and many fabulous days out with friends and family. Based on my own experience, if I may offer some thoughts for you to consider, I would suggest that both shaft seals are replaced while it is out of the water. If one has gone, the other will go as well. I think that the engine/gearbox alignment on the port engine needs to be checked to ensure that the shaft is not spinning "out of round" causing a wobble or vibration. With regard to the bottom paint (or anti-foul) maybe ask the shipwrights to check that the bonding undercoat has been applied correctly. If that is a problem then no bottom paint will adhere properly and you may find the same problem later on. Good luck with it. Patience and deep pockets are critical with owning a boat.
Thanks for these comments. I will always remember the amazing days and nights on the water. Priceless really. Thanks for watching
You have the patience of a Saint.
Bob Longo Aquila 54 Owner
Hey Bob...what hull are you?
I came across your channel a couple of weeks ago and have been binging your episodes. Great content, and I love your attitude. Life lessons here on how to handle these difficult situations I think my boat might have been a new diving reef by this point if it was me...PS - should you upgrade your sea water filter unit that thing seems to completely covered in mud when you are cleaning it...just trying to get out ahead of this one lol!!! Looking forward to your next trip, your boat fingers crossed it goes well. Keep up the great content and attitude... obviously one of the reasons why you are successful!!!
Thank you so much. And thanks for watching.
would be interesting to know exactly what problems you have had with your Aquila as it seems to be frequently for a new boat?
I know it's a different price point and a different vehicle, and I also realize this might have just been a reassembly error during the transmission changes but it really seems like modern boats are very similar to modern RVs in that you truly don't get what you pay for. All the bells and whistles that make things cool ultimately lead to reliability issues in the long run BUT I'd sure love to have this boat!
Well that's a true statement. I truly believe Covid had a lot to do with this. These things were built under standards that were subpar. we can not deny that. Thanks so much for watching.
I'm looking at all your videos and kinda doing a double take on the Pods now.
I'm almost sold on the outboards if they would put them on the boat we like...
So sorry for your troubles! That's a lot for a new boat for sure but really enjoy all the information and also about the bridges! Maybe get a Marina that only has 1 or no bridges to get out but I'm sure you pay for that!
So my vessel does not have Pods. I would love to have Pods but they don't work on a Cat. I would love a vessel with Pods one day tho! thanks for watching
Big boats are like motor homes….plan on spending the 1st year fixing stuff and then it’s good. Is economy of scale in production….they are not automobiles.
You would think spending $500k-2.5M on toys means they are perfect but the fact it just the opposite.
They just need to stand behind and get through the issues that arises
Thanks for your comment!
The Joys of Boat Life
Indeed!
You need to bottle that laugh and sell it. 😂 seriously though…
If it was warmer, Joffre/Geoffrey could have washed your windows topless! ROFL. But wouldneed more foam.
I wonder if CZcams would have demonetized the video. LOL
no one would want to see that. trust me. thanks for watching
2 best days of boating, the first and the last
well I don't believe that. I've spent so many amazing days on the water so far. makes it all worth it. If you feel that way, you couldn't afford it to begin with and you have a negative attitude toward life. THANKS FOR WATCHING!
I feel for you.
Thanks
I'm mad like this is my boat.
Hah. Wanna share the cost?!? Lol. Thanks for watching
I've watched your videos for a while now and I'm really sorry you're disappointed in the continuous turn of unfortunate events, and I hope this will be the ONLY problem you'll have with the boat,...see you in nassau if you'll be there in May...be well and good luck Captain Hillbilly.
Hope to see you too! Thanks for watching.
Good decision
Thanks!
First world problems are the best problems, we are waiting on our new 78’Rivera hull number 6 being built , we were supposed to have taken delivery late august has just been pushed out to October , I was having a gripe to a mate the other day and he said Orrr you poor thing 😢 I know we will have teething problems like you I hope not so severe, good luck going forward.
Thanks so much.
Montecristo No. 2 - Finest Cuban Cigars fill it up
yes!
After following your trials and good times when things actually work as they should, if you would have been better off in a HCB 65'. Yeah cats are much more stable, but seems you like hanging in the Bahamas mostly, and a outboard powered boat will certainly get it done. I bet the price is close to equal. Not sure if a Freeman can give you enough liveaboard space but twin outboards on each sponson seems to me a heck of a lot better dependability wise. Of course lots of us dream about cruising in a large cat, but these days large outboard cats are catching on. Speed when you need it, and IMO much easier to maintain.
Anyway, hang in there and just go with the flow. 🤙
Thank you
Not To Worry…………your free on the water…….
Agree!
While I can buy the merch, I would rather come aboard and enjoy the ride (or sit cause I ain’t picky).
Haha. Thanks for watching!
In a service business often enough the client's energy dictates the business' energy. If the client is harried and rushed and needs everything yesterday, people will hustle to serve that as best they can, but given some breathing room they can look more deeply and see if/any underlying problems. iow, yes, take a breather and let the whole process chill a notch or two. If you have good people (sounds like it, shout out to Marine Max) then give 'em some space and let them do their thing at a normal pace and stress level. You will all like the journey better and you more so in the long run when it's finally all ironed out.
great comment and thanks for watching! means a lot.
Face the facts! YOU GOT A LEMON! SEND IT BACK. I don't know if the lemon law applies to boats but I'd check it out! 🇺🇲
Thanks for watching
Sucks about your boat problems we all get them but nothing better then being on the water once all fixed. What restaurant did you go to for dinner?
Old Key Lime House! was awesome! thanks for watching.
Spent 10 years waiting for bridges 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅
Right? If I never boat in southern Florida again…I’ll be fine
Well it wasn't a Volvo issue this time. They are normally exceptionally reliable. Stuffing box leak from the last trans service?
not sure. I'll let you know.
I have 1 question , how , when your buddy was washing the windscreen did you not turn the wiper on ?😂
It sounds like they yanked and pushed around on the shafts while replacing transmission and moneyed up the packing gland or whatever its called, the stuffing in the stuffing box.
This is a rookie mistake and one I probably would have made myself because I've done similar things yanking on axles/shafts elsewhere until I learned. Replace the packing gland when done with a job like that it's cheap insurance. Or have more experienced person handle it. Just an opinion from the peanut gallery. When you get it all sorted you'll get back to your happy place.
thanks,. and thanks for watching
What was your timeframe from purchase to problems with this boat brother
about 7 months. But I didn’t really push it until the last month or so…lots of second guessing but Aquila and Volvo and MarineMax have come through. It’s amazing. Thanks for watching
I think an unintended consequence of your CZcams channel is probably better than average service. The marine industry service departments are notoriously challenging and Marinemax is definitely pulling some strings to get you taken care of quickly. I see some uninformed comments about Chinese build. I’ve owned several American made boats and they all have problems - hence the term “shake down cruise.” Owning a boat is a humbling experience and your patience, as hard as it may be, will serve you well. In the boat business, the squeaky wheel usually doesn’t get the grease.
Great comment! I ageee with everything. Thanks for watching
You are displaying remarkable poise and restraint. I am extremely tolerant but I would be very upset by the failures of the Aquila. I realize new boats go through a teething process but the poor air conditioning design and the weird early failure of the transmission seem more than your share. Is there any known reason for the transmission failure? Good luck going forward.
Haven’t had a logical explanation yet. You’ll know when I know. Thanks for watching
Its a boat mate!
yup, thanks for watching
What made you choose a catamaran and why Aquila?
Love the living space in a Cat. Easy to maneuver too. Love Aquilas design. Best of all Power Cats. Thanks for watching
Well I have to say I feel bad for you with all theses problems. I have been a boater since I was 7 years old and now 75 and I wont stop boating till I am 95 I hope.
Over the years I have found there always seem to be a lot of problems with volvo transmissions, legs and so on. Some people swear by them and otheres hate them.
I have fallowed you on your youtube videos as I do with other boaters youtube, but I have to say a few things and direct them to the manufacture Aquila, the problems you have had from the begining and till now should not happen. When you purchased the boat from the factory, it should have been inspected from top to bottom before delivery. You have to remember these boats are made for charters, as they mass produce them and as they come in from each charter things are repaired.
Its to bad you did no go with the cummins engines far more dependable for engines and transmissions. I am sorry to say and I am not trying to be rude, but I think you purchased a lemon. I have had my cummins for 10 years and never a problem. I can only hope things get better for you as it is a lot of money these days for cats.
Thanks for watching!
Seeing the issues u are having, I will not be looking at an Aquila!
Are aquilas really that bad?! Thing always seems broken and i remember you having problems on 1st trip after delivery
the first problems were my doing....these? we will see. it's new construction. I'm paving the way for future Aquila owners. Thanks!
We own the Aquila 54 hull 29 and have had minimum problems ie a couple of rocker switches, some fuses and the wiper control unit - all easily fixed in a timely manner - The Aquila 54 is an awesome design and quality build.
@@thewanderinghillbilly i love the boat and channel just hate seeing new vessel have so many problems.