Lifeboater gets a new harness, working AIS, and other mods! Expedition Lifeboat Conversion Ep90 [4K]
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- Опубліковано 15 лип 2023
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EPISODE 90
Grimsby is still home, for now, and it's time to improve Alan get more, with a driver's safety harness, bow toe rail, anchor chain port, and an AIS breakthrough.
Products mentioned:
3" 316 stainless steel hexagon screw nipple and blanking cap
MoD 4-point Securon harness
3.2mm aluminium angle section
Everbuild Wonder Wipes
Raymarine AIS650
Linkfor 3.5mm dual audio switch
Model: NME A/S (Husnes, Norway) 7.5m TELB
Engine: Bukh DV48 turbo diesel
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Engineering students will study your harness installation for centuries to come.
And well they should. Drama students too.
I expect a full lord of the rings type trilogy will be made.
The whole thing with the camera turned off also made me smile
I'm glad I didn't cut it.
It's good to hear that the front hasn't off Alan. Clearly Alan has been designed where the front doesn't fall off at all.
Small mercies.
Last week I wrote that it would be easier just to tow Alan to your final destination. I was duly reprimanded. I did not realize you were using these short sailing legs as a shake down cruise. That problematic rudder assembly proves the wisdom of your precautions. Please keep up the good work. I'll part with a quaint old British expression, "Cheerio!"
I've not really earmarked it as a shakedown cruise. I simply have a destination. The rudder was fine before, but as with many things, if a maintenance issue presents, I have to work out how to fix it.
Now you've got working AIS and travelling up the East coast of England and Harry is supposedly travelling down the East coast aboard Goodwin (hopefully sometime soon!) Will we have a magical moment when I see your paths cross and the 2 top UA-cam boaty channels combine? I'm hoping so, but wouldn't put any money on it happening.
Get his people to contact my people (i.e. leave a note with Alansøn) and I'm up for making that happen.
top 2, with Tally Ho being 3?
@@Bladerunner264Tally Ho is based in the US, which as we all know, does not matter!
Have really enjoyed this journey so far. From when you bought Alan and made him into the fine Boat he is now. Great work Alex👍🏻
Cheers Ian.
oh I missed Alan sailing past Saltburn. 🤦♂. Its been a little choppy out to sea so hope that leg of the trip was OK. Nice to see Alan getting some extra working items. 👍👍
A like (love) simply for including the bit where you are talking to the inoperative camera (don't ever be afraid of being human to your viewers.) LOL
10:30 it's interesting to think about the different priority of leaks. I did all my boating in southwest Florida, where you'd always be in sight of land, and the water was mid 80s temperature wise. Obviously you didn't WANT your boat to sink, but you weren't especially worried about it either. But we'd routinely head out with multiple leaks - as long as the bilge pumps could keep up - no big deal. We even had a valve that would divert the engine's raw water pump into a bilge pump - thankfully we never needed to use it.
But still, a totally different attitude compared to being in the arctic.
This has to be one of the best put together u tube series/ documentary adventures going, really enjoying it.
Your cheque's in the post
@@AlexHibbertOriginals 😂
6:23 looking at that angle, you need to be careful if you are going to secure yourself even further into that seat as on a long watch, you are at an increased risk of deep vein thrombosis. Autohelm might be an absolute must at this stage. Further foot rest positions may help, particularly more forward of where they are now.
Excellent - Alan is indeed in port on Vesselfinder. Pleasure craft? For sure 😂. You just need to add a photograph.
And now you have some spare antennas. I'm glad you found the issue with the AIS. That is one piece of safety equipment I feel EVERY boat needs.
I think waiting till next year to traverse Norway is the correct decision. Best not to rush things.
So happy about the AIS working.
Great progress. Packing the seal of a boat shaft can be such a pain. Some can be "upgraded" with zerk/grease fitting to ease things, prolong seal life and maintenance intervals, once the "rope seal" (or equivalent) has been replaced.
Great as always
It's beyond me, and too important to 'learn' on, so I'll get a pro when I have to have the front seal of the engine changed.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals Smart and Honest as always. 👍👍
The two berthmasters at the HCA are fantastic. If I was still up north I'd request the HCA as my home port.
Dont ever be ashamed of chain drilling, sometimes its the only way to cut a hole! And from the looks of it you ended up with a nice tidy edge, ive made rougher cuts with a hole saw........
keep up the good work, with Allen😊
Might be a good idea to attach the cap of that hole somehow to the rest of the boat. Would be a shame if someone accidentally dropped it into the ocean.
A restraint is a must, indeed. My guess is that the cap wouldn't float.
Great Video as allways.
May of us who did not have the specific proper tool have made a hole that same way! No shame there. edit: The vehicle I drove in the (US) Army had a similar 4-point harness. When travelling at speed over uneven terrain the travel of the the suspension was great enough that if not strapped in you had a good chance of getting concussed on the ceiling of the cab. I can see where that would be what is wanted for Alan on rough seas to keep the pilot at his station and not unconscious.
Cheers
Wasn’t expecting another ep so soon
Seems like things are coming along nicely!
As to the rudder, I've heard it said (both by boat-building channels and naval historians) that any rudder install that doesn't leak a little bit is too tight.
Fair, although I don't think it was before...
With insulation, pilots seat and equipment, looks like a 'lunar capsule'
You will surely have a queue of folks wanting to offer Alan a new home post retirement.
I suspect Alan is depreciating 😂
@@AlexHibbertOriginalsledger and legend inversely proportional... 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Ahh … safety items (toe rails) … thought I’d re-submit an idea which fall under this category - nautical fancy knots on the railing / hand grabs. Simple enough for idle hands and will prove invaluable when the metal ices over. My thought run to a French Whipping with some Turks heads covering the ends?
Yeah that's 100% on the list
Fantastic to see you entertaining us with manual metal filing, almost seemed that Alan was chucking smugly in the background watching you toil for him
You have Alan all summed up there.
You should add a passive splitter to your radio output, and a small 2-channel mixer for the 'entertainment' input of that switcher. That way, you can set it up so that you have low audio radio coming in even while listening to a podcast or some music, and then when you switch it goes radio-only at a higher volume. That means you don't miss anything, because as soon as that light goes green you're already too late.
I did consider a mixer, but it's much more of an operation. I'll see how this setup goes.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals In the end I think simplicity is going to win, so a mixer may not be ideal. I'm also not sure how big of a deal missing the first second and a half of a broadcast is (maybe a few seconds if you have to scramble to find the damn button).
I've had good luck using in-ear earphones underneath my noise cancelling headphones when I had to listen to a boring work presentation while watching some UA-cam (I highly recommend this one channel of a British guy renovating an old life boat, I think he named it Adam or Aron or something?), but you need big ears or you'll start to feel pressure after (half) an hour. Anyway, just wanted to share my two cents, I've never really been on a boat, much less captained on.
Proper outside your zone stuff
A very VERY dear friend of mines dad tool me out for a day on the water on his yacht from the Old Fish Docks, and it was both terrifying and wonderful.
Groovy :)
10:51 a spare of that clamp and bent bracket would be a very very good idea to have. Either that, or get the one you have gusseted. Cold water and fatigue from big seas could cause issues. Maybe another way if steering is present allready ?? I see something on top ? I spent a couple of months up there in 1990, you would be surprised at what gives issues.
12:40 good eye, mate
I thought I’d offer a Suggestion 🙂
If you are looking for somewhere for winter then you could consider Shetland as it’s still in Uk waters therefor using that leg of the journey as a good proper open sea trial before the long haul next year and a great head start to hop to Norway. There’s a whole marine Supllies here if you need stuff (or plumbers 😉) once your here.
Oh, and your welcome to borrow my grinder if needed.. I’m sure you’ll find something to grind by then 😂 👌
Thanks. I'll check out logistics.
You may want to make it a 5 point harness, one to keep you from sliding down out of the seat. By having a strap between your legs!
You're right. I'll rip out the four point one and throw it away, and replace it with a five point. The four point is clearly useless.
But, don't get me started on a six point harness...
If you stay in scotland you could a winter trip through lockness to the hebrides
I could!
OMG that harness will never hold with that clip now that you've modified it!!!!! The first time you run into another car going 100kph.....wait..... nvm.
lol all that work and the problem were 2 cables twisted together XD
All by the kind donor, and no doubt with the best of intentions.
Regarding your posh new harness.... I can see those belts chafing badly against your neck at sea. In Australia, we use sheepskin seat belt covers to prevent chafe on long drives. I'd give you a link to some, but UA-cam gets obnoxious about links.. however, doing a search on 'sheepskin seat belt covers' should turn up plenty of examples.
Cheers
Repacking the rudder gland is fairly simple and should reduce the play, the bolts looked a little worse for wear though. Great update anyway👍
I'll buy one for you if you want, but I'd consider something like a "Zoom Podcast P4" (or something). Has multiple inputs and outputs (plus recording), making it nice and easy to get audio for your videos. Records each track individually plus a mix. Can be plugged into windows as a usb audio device.
I haven't actually done any streaming yet, but I've got one in my van. XLR shotgun mic for me, mono feed to my CB radio, plugged into my phone via 3.5 mm, and then 4th channel is my PC for streaming.
Has 4x headphone outputs, and automatically upmixes mono to stereo.
There might be an even better device for your situation, but it seems like it'd be good enough to manage audio live and also give recordings for us.
If you want one email me.
Paul I appreciate this. I have a Zoom H1 for the basic lapel mic stuff, and an SM7B for the VO, plus a Tascam dual XLR recorder, but you're right that a 'field mixer' would be useful, particularly for recording both sides of radio comms.
I would get shoulder pads, could be tiring on a long ride, and on rough seats the threads could scuff your skin.
8:46 absolutely. Our job is to criticize and exaggerate!
I wouldn't have it any other way!
If you don’t have a hoover for collecting fibreglass dust when drilling/cutting, use shaving foam (or similar) whilst drilling and just wipe-up after. This is a legitimate technique for low risk single fixings in asbestos-containing materials ✅
I like it. Although I do have a 24V hoover now...
8:12 it's probably strong enough for your purposes, but cutting a closed loop like that significantly reduces it's strength.
Yeah it's very solid. I'd rather it breaks before my spine does!
I do worry that the waist belt is too high; it should be across the hips. The steering gland definitely needs repacking, greased hemp string with be perfect.
Greased hemp searched for. Police arrived moments later.
don't forget a dirty great washer on the back of your harness mounts so they don't sheer in case of acute stress
Great dirty washers are my speciality.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals I knew I would have something in common with a legendary polar explorer
Dry and wry like a proper Brit should be. I come away more and more dehydrated with each visit. Good stuff.
I d have to agree with the good folks from UA-cam land. One misplaced bolt, a single mperfect hole, or a solitary microscopic imperfection is cause for abandoning ship. The way that through hole got installed means I'd burn Allen to the ground, and the marina that housed it along with it. It's the only way to be sure.
With logic like that, we are saved.
Glad we're on the same page. You should always spend 99% more time in pursuit of .01% improvement. Progress is nothing without perfection!
I'm really digging your can do attitude and willingness to do what has to be done. Guess without that sort of mindset you'd be living a mind numbingly mundane existence.
Cheers from Canada
awesome stuff alas no angle grinder just curious did you round off the aluiminium angle my last very similar install I ended up with a very long laceration. keep up the great work mate
Hence all the manual filing!
I can’t help thinking that the seat harness lap belt would provide better resistance to vertical heave if it was secured at a 45 degree down angle. Maybe I’m just thinking of offshore powerboats and aircraft though?
You're right.
Without watching this, it got me wondered yesterday, how the drivers harness is installed in a way, that the driver still can stand up.
So i thought to myself, wouldn't it be better, if the drivers seat, sat on a slide and the driver is only strapped to the backrest, while the seat is folding/rolling. This way the position of the seat is adjustable and the driver is always strapped on, when switching between the standing and sitting position.
Now i watched and imho the seat is really in lack of functionality. I can imagine conditions, you definitely don't want to step out of it, but reach stuff around, below and above you.
You could drill and tap a grease nipple to the rudder bearing block and fill it with grease, that'll stop that pesky leak
Sounds invasive!
There are probably 4 or 5 rings of gland packing under the top hat. You should be able to dig out the top 2 without a serious ingress of water, and replace with square section graphite gland packing (Klinger or similar). That will be good until you get Alan out of the water and replace all gland packing.
To bring your knees up to be more comfortable while sitting. Have you thought about installing foot pegs?
Sounds painful!
😎👌
Would a MOMO 350mm suede steering go well with the racing harness? :)
Ooooh. Luxury.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals it would add half a knot to Alan
That anchor through hole is worrysome. With any through hole it is best practice to seperate the the sealing component from the mechanical mounting.
From what you showed in the video you you have just drilled a hole bunged the fitting in and filled the gaps with sealant. In doing so you are relying on the sealant giving enough mechanical strength without being compromised. What you should do is fit two large stainless flanges on either side of the fibreglass that are then compressed by winding on a flange nut with sealant in between.
The way it is now you are likely to have the fitting ripped out if someone lets the chain out to quickly.
I should have shown the inner plate and locking nut.
Whilst at anchor the rope will be tied off on the t post.
it's called a lap belt not a rib cage belt, bucket seats have a slot in them, have alook in the motor sports blue book for correct angles, in a big impact you would slip down to your arm pits, the five point harness has the ball crusher, or in the urban dictionary the five point harness is a fun way to use an empty car park.
I have to work with the shape of the GRP moulding. I assure you that the lap belt isn't anywhere near my ribs. Any lower, and it didn't sit at all well, and would sit flat across my upper thighs. I also need to account for a slight rise in seated position.
Just make sure the lap belt does it primary job which is keeping your but down in the seat. The shoulder straps should keep you from moving forward but should not be keeping you down. By “a rise in seat position” I imagine you will be adding a seat cushion which will hopefully get the lap belt in a better position.
You're way ahead indeed. The cushion corrects the setup as hoped. I also need to allow for shorties.
Nothing wrong with you hole-making approach! It’s called ‘stitch drilling’ and is often used in tight spaces. The key is cleaning-up the hole to something presentable after, which you did.
Phew
Nice webbing.
Could water in bilge just be condensation from breath?
No - I saw trickles leading from the rudder post.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals is the juice worth the squeeze then?
Only you can decide you madman.
Godspeed good sir.
I guess part of it is that I don't understand the rudder design, and want to ensure I'm not heading toward a failure at sea.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals I'm commenting as a total amateur. Not trying to criticise at all . Just trying to help
Good plan to overwinter in Scotland, in my humble opinion, as the language barrier shouldn't be as pronounced. Cheers.
Less of a barrier than in southern Norway? 🤭🤭
Alan is looking more purposeful and professional every day.
Will condensation be a problem, once fully crewed and in colder weather?
I've not noticed condensation even in sub-zero, given the c.98% insulation.
Are you still there? Can't find the AIS at Grimsby...😕
www.vesselfinder.com/vessels/details/232049053
Are you concerned about rough seas breaking loose that large stainless port you put in ?
No, there's a locking nut the other side of the GRP.
7:35 You don't have a Grindr? What's popular over there? Tinder?
My favourite part of another entertaining video was watching you talking to the camera that wasn't on..... an interesting 3rd person view on things....
I'm not sure if it says more about me or my audience that this part of the video is proving the highlight.
IMHO helmsman seat absolutely not designed for long hours of comfortable steering.
May be an old adjustable car seat will suit much better? (Easy to mount at same bracket)
I have to say I've found four hour stints pretty comfortable. Just aiming to improve it, without ripping everything out, and losing the benefits.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals you could bring a small amount of memory foam for sleeping on and add some to the seat if/when you feel it getting uncomfortable in spots.
On a separate note; I would also recommend some high quality ear protection for all passengers. Prolonged exposure to engine noise can hurt you even if it doesn't seem too loud. They make hearing protection headphones that allow using a radio in loud environments.
view 199!
The 316 end cap will seize with stainless on stainless galling eventually.
Make sure you apply some nickel based anti seize for now until you can find a bronze/brass solution.
A taller one would help as well in high waves/chop when at anchor.
What was wrong with the wiring on the VHF?
SS galling is generally due to speed causing friction and high temperatures. This cap screws on slowly.
A previous episode explained that a bad connector on the fixed VHF was the problem.
That seat looks horrible uncomfortable. Maybe a good car Seat that is fully adjustable and has two armrests will fit your long touring needs better. Old 7 series bmw have the best leather and can be heated too. Just to maybe consider it when you sit in this spot for hours per day.
To be honest I've found it comfortable, although that's relative, and can be improved.
The harness bolts were 2mm too low! I’m reporting this to the CoastGuard it’s completely unseaworthy!
NO, NO, NO. The lap harness should angle down about 45 degrees and go over the strongest part of your pelvis. Absolutely not over your stomach. Please note where the original holes were in the sides of the seats. Either get shorter belts or add structure for mounts along the line of the 45 degree angle but below the seat bottom. And, I share your aversion to fiberglass dust and debris. Experienced way too much of that vile stuff working on fiberglass race car bodies.
I've just hopped up and checked the position. With the foam pad laid down, the lap belt is across the substantial portion of the pelvis, most certainly not the stomach.
Any shorter drivers will need to add more cushions anyhow to see out the windows.
@@AlexHibbertOriginals OK, good to hear. You have a very interesting project and really show a lot of creativity.
That particular "..... Itchy vileness ... " can be quickly dismissed by a short length of tape over the affected areas of the skin. Simple cheap masking tape (painter's tape) not too sticky but just perfect for removing that itchy sh!t from your skin & still leaves the hair where it belongs, on your body still growing & healthy in the top layer of skin.
You're welcome.....
Sounds extreme but worth a crack
@@AlexHibbertOriginals just give it a "crack". Some times it might take a couple applications but it really does work. Most people look at me as if I just sprouted 3 new heads when I suggest this but the ones who try it, swear by it. Even cheap electrical tape, scotch tape ( the clear stuff for wrapping gifts n such, even cheap packing tape will work. Just a slight amount of adhesive is all it takes to remove that hellish, horrible, annoying aggravating, sanity crushing & serenity destroying itch..... There have been times I have used Duct Tape (Ducktape) that really sticky stuff for the webbing between the fingers where there's no hair anyway....
If you use the clear packing tape, it is quite obvious what's been removed as you can see it (as you say over there ) Straight Away....
After 25+ years in the Construction & Building Trades, I've had more than my share of exposure to fiberglass & it's insanity inducing itchy irritation. Heard of & tried all manner of BS remedies, take HOT shower, no take a cold shower, No shower, screw osha use the air compressor to blow it off blah, blah, blah, blah .....
Until 1 day I was helping a friend with a project in his home that required us to venture into his attic & there was fiberglass EVERYWHERE. You could see it in the air. We had masks & tyvek suits neoprene gloves & all that. As we were cleaning up the insanity was coming.... I remarked something about the itching & he said to me, "here, take this tape (masking tape ) just try it"
I was very skeptical but the more I tried it the better it was working. It only took a few strips. & the worst place is your eyelids. I stuck that tape on there & pulled it off & it was INSTANTANEOUS Relief.
That was about 10 years ago.
Anyway I hope you try it because I KNOW it works with ANY kind of tape. PS it also removes that crap from clothing. I propose you get a cheap lint roller that has the adhesive sheets that you pull off as you use it. Those things work " A Treat" also.
May your Voyages & Endeavors be Blessed with Serenity & non-itchy Success.
Cheers from somewhere East of the Rockies out on the Plains .....