"Moving Onboard: Battling the First Snowstorm"- Episode 36
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- Опубліковано 6 лют 2025
- Well you read it... It said it all in the title!!! We are moving in.
Nothing is finished, the insulation not complete the windows not complete the door not complete but we diving straight into the deep end and learning as we go.
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Guys, so sorry about your forced early relocation to the boat; however it just makes your coming episodes even that much better as we see you cope with your current circumstances. I loved seeing how you were using building materials as a table and a box cutter to slice tomatoes - now that is true coping. Your channel just keeps getting mo betta and my prayers relating to your increased coping will now begin in earnest. Thanks for keeping your subscribers entertained and seeing how to roll with the punches of life as they come our way. Oh yeah, Barney keep your people between the canal banks.
Everytime it gets really uncomfortable and you're thinking negative thoughts, remember, those are the moments you'll look back on and be thankful you pushed through together.
Get yourself a diesel heater and a petrol generator and a gas cooker and use the leisure center for a swim and shower will be cheeper
A dehumidifier would be a good addition anyway but a gas cooker generates water vapour in addition to Carbon monoxide, so ventilation for the cooker is vital.
@Tomm9y in that big of a space and I don't think it's that air tight to worry about
Chris, please try to remember , more often than not, to wear & activate your microphone.
Please make sure you vent exhaust outside if you do.
I run a Chinese diesel heater in my garage/workshop £80 well spent toasty warm ideal for the boat👍
After those brats broke all of your widows, you bounced back. You’ll bounce back from this as well and be better for it. Love your videos.
Best to you.
Ruffing it a bit is good for the soul , now its getting really interesting 🇦🇺
Really admire you both and still smiling, laughing, really positive, try not to lose that as its hugely endearing
At least you will be saving a lot of money and speed up your construction but love the way your positive and happy at the same time barley looks happy and cute as normal 🎉🎉🎉🎉
When the going gets tough..the tough get going..as they say. Well done you two👍👍.
Thanks so much!
If you can find a mooring with shore power this is must for your construction work and will greatly improve living on board.
A lot of residential marinas don't allow construction work on boats because it disturbs the other residents
You are doing great by keeping your sense of humor and optimism. Everything that doesn’t kill us makes us stronger! But the usage mode for Bluetti should be like this: you charge it from the generator for 1 hour, use it until you see 20-25% charge left. Then turn the generator on again for an hour. Still, you need to set up either a diesel heater or a stove. You can handle it all!🎉
Got to admire the timing.😳 as others have suggested investing and fitting a diesel fuelled heater (we as to) has to be the No.1 priority . Best of luck.😀👍
Omg you two are crazy , love it , the build will progress more quickly now 😂
First thing gets decent size wood stove that has a window so you can shut down and still see the flames,,,it would be also very good if you can do basic cooking on the burner ,living on the boat now will see it come together a lot quicker and whilst it’s a bit earlier than intended you will look back and realise just how much you’ve enjoyed it
I'm sure it will start to get better soon. I do love following your story - keep smiling!
You definitely need a petrol generator and a small gas cooker . Maybe a small wood burner. Love your channel and hope you get on ok during the cold weather ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
Congratulations on moving in..another milestone. Always look on the bright side..❤
I love the way you keep smiling and see this as an adventure.
I am sure that this adventure will have a very happy ending.
Great video and i love watching the two off you👍👍👍
Me and my wife were in this scenario years ago. Camping on a narrow boat. It's not ideal and very tough whilst working on the boat at the same time. I'm glad we went through it, and it WAS worth it. It makes us really appreciate all the convinces of living in a house now. Having said that, I wouldn't have changed it for a minute. At least you have a bigger boat, which will help. Keep chipping away. You will get there.
We packed our roof racks up like that, tied them down, really hard, gave them a shake. Yep all solid, at least until we got onto the motorway and the small ones (like the ones that you had on the bottom) slid off the front. Thankfully it was the front, the back and it would have hit cars behind us. At least you’re not homeless, bright side, many people are. Good luck. 🥰
My wife and i love watching your videos. Sorry you had to move into the boat so fast. As some people have said . The first thing yall should maybe do. Is put in a wood or pellet stove. Then you can do walls and all the other stuff in time.
Thanks Kenneth glad to have you both on board ☺️ we are looking into heating as a top priority. Thanks for the suggestion we do like the pelet stoves they seem very efficient
Wow 🤔 what a crazy situation. Fingers crossed for you both. You two are a great team👏👏👏👏🎉🎊🍾
Alright, your amazing channel has gotten even more interesting. Hard work and perseverance wins every time. Also some really good prayers go a long way. What an adventure, live the dream.
Moving into the boat is perhaps a blessing in disguise, and think of the dosh you will save😊🇬🇧
@@TonyWilson-h6i thanks Tony your right we just got to keep strong and keep improving till she's a comfortable floating home 😀
Congratulations on your progress…Godspeed to you both!
This video has got to be one of your best, so happy you’re in there making do with everything that you do have. You look extremely happy nice to see it.
You will make it :) reminds me when I first got married ,, Living in a ten foot by fifty five foot mobile home with no running water and no electricity ,, We toughed it out and made it . Drop cords and garden hoses for a while and a good neighbor that let us use his utilities for a time.. :)
Congrats on your new home! A lot sooner than expected, but I hope you two, no THREE!, can find joy in every day you have there... Even while slumming it! Haha.
It's a shame you had to get out of your rental especially at this time of the year! But you will be able to get so much done and it will motivate you more whilst your living on the boat 😊 Barley will keep you warm 🐶 toasty looked yummy. Keep warm and safe, look forward to the next episode.❤
You guys may want to look into getting something like a Webasto diesel heater for your boat BEFORE all the interior walls (and ceiling) are up. It would make it a LOT easier to run the duct work. Of course I have no real idea what the delay is between what you are doing and the release of the videos 🤣🤣 As others have said, at least you guys have an option after losing your rental place!
Perhaps Welding inside on the Dining room table and unprotected Cream Carpet gave your Landlord Concerns 😮😮!😊😊
I think that's great, and you're very brave. For winter on a boat I recommend a diesel air heater or a boat stove, as it's impossible to heat a large metal boat with its own electricity. Good luck.
Bloody hell in the winter. You’ve got plenty of g&d! You deserve all you’ve got and more 😅
God be with you! It’s a bad time for terrible things to happen. Here where I live it’s bad too, but with God’s help we will get through it!
Good luck coping with the cold weather.
Just a note, the green light doesn't mean your sandwiches are ready, it's to tell you it's hot enough to put your sandwiches in to start cooking
😁 their dog looking at them like when are you gonna give me a bite😆
I've never seen anyone use a Stanley knife to cut tomatoes before! 😁
A bit of a shock regarding your domestic situation. But then, needs must when the devil drives, as they say. It's a cheaper alternative, to having to find somewhere else to live, I guess. But then, on the positive side, it does mean better security of the boat, plus getting a feel for the place.
Hello,
You three are fantastic! Many of your subscribers will have made suggestions. May I suggest that you employ shopfitters to come in and erect your wall partitions, they could possibly have it finished in two or three days! In the run up to Christmas no shops want shopfitters in, therefore they could be readily available.
Hope I haven't upset you.
Kind regards
Andrew
I hope you get some luck soon. Keep warm stay happy.
Stay positive and keep going, you can do it🎉🎉🎉
This situation will just make you work faster! lol! Just think how happy you will be once done!
Hi guys - in hindsight this decision will give you complete focus and more importantly peace of mind of your ship's security! A pity about the weather - all best from CT
Good Evening my two lovely people, I think you will get on great now you are on the boat 🛥️ 24/7 you are getting on so well and I look forward to seeing all your videos, Well I wish you both all the best in getting it finished ❤.🛠️🛠️🛌⭐️⭐️👍👌🎅🎅
Hi there you are definitely winging but you can enjoy your selfs you will get there in end just wish you all the best and good luck 👍
Awww no way! I hope you're both going to be okay, It's come at the worst time with this cold snap suddenly setting in. Please please please keep yourselves warm and all your fingers and toes attached!
I'm looking forward to another update where hopefully you've got better news
You guys are nuts 😆 but your progress will definitely speed up! Get yourself a multitool/pocketknife that has all the bits you need for your temporary kitchen! worth getting a little camp stove/general camping supplies too while your slumming it.
The diesel heater is a good idea .. Off Amazon.. make sure exhaust fitted well .. and maybe a mooring with electric for the winter another good idea.. But good luck whatever way you choose to go.. keep up the good work ..Noel
Although you are living basic it does look cosy in there thanks for sharing can't wait for the next one
Please never open bread like that again 😂
That blew my mind! 😂
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God bless you both and Barley as well. LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM IOWA! 😊❤❤❤
Definitely the right decision to move on board. Uncomfortable for a few days, but things will bet better quickly.
Mayonnaise on a toasted sandwich... 😢. Ham and cheese for the win! I'd see if you I can get a wood stove for the time being.... You might be able to keep the whole inside warmer for longer. Respect for moving in mid winter... Got my fingers crossed for your success!!!
You neen Old Brown Sherry (OB'S). Guaranteed to keep you warm.
Oh my, forced camping on your boat while it's still under construction! Sorry to hear of your vastly changing circumstances; that's tough, and with winter coming on! This time in your life will definitely be an unforgettable learning experience.
When constantly being in cold weather, please keep warm but, especially keep your head warm, especially while sleeping. In this environment, it's surprisingly easy to come down with a sinus or respiratory infection.
As others have mentioned, look into getting an 8 kW diesel air heater (also called a parking heater). These are made for camper vans, are quite low cost, and use fuel sparingly. Get one with a built-in fuel tank. There is some setup required; the intake air and exhaust from the burner must be run outside. You will need to attach a 12 volt power plug (the type used for car 12 volt power). These only pull about 3 amps of 12 volt power so, can easily be powered from your Bluetti.
Electrical appliances that heat use huge amounts of power, you may need to get a second Bluetti or, a camp stove, or butane burner.
If you can afford it, lodge in a hotel once a week and go out to eat often. I wish you the best!
Hey Gang
One suggestion is to get a laser to project lines in at least 2 axis. They are fairly inexpensive now and will save time and effort as well as help with quality.. 😊
You've come along way, and now you have boarded the Ark and there's no turning back, things work out the way there supposed to if you allow fate to take its course, exciting adventures , bully bully for you both.
Youre a credit to SA, you work hard and keep positive all while having full time jobs. Great stuff. I think a diesel heater is a good suggestion. You could have a bbq in there or the SA version, a bry? The light in there looks great btw.
This is great viewing and a true adventure starting. Get your kitchen sorted from the charity shops, important not to eat rubbish food especially as you are working hard. Heating a must or you will get sick. Great idea having a proper bed and it looks good. Can't wait for your next post. Give it heaps love the blogs ❤
Love your videos. Here's a suggestion. Get yourselves a french press coffee maker and you can make real and delicious coffee with just your hot water maker. Keep up your spirits.
Moved on the boat, good for you. Nothing motivates you more them living in the middle of the project. 😉
I admire your resilience! Whatever life throws at you, you just adapt yourselves. Keep it up. Good luck.
Don't fret too much about your living situation. You'll get used to it quickly once you get that things you need have to "camp" on the boat. The day you flick the first switch for light or turn the tap for water will boost your spirits big time. Just consider it all part of the adventure.
I’m enjoying your adventures! Thanks for sharing!
Wow, well the build will go faster becasue you will be spending more time at the Boat, my parents built their house and as soon as they sold their old house, the new house was done way faster... Good luck and I look forward to what the end result will be.
Good luck you two, You will get through this and end up having a lovely home.
Dave and Elaine ❤
Oh no! That really sucks about the house, a landlord of ours gave us a month to move out once which ended on Christmas eve (lovely little present from them). Boats looking great!!
Hot and sunny here in Capetown, as soon as you've got an engine installed you should sail your boat here 🙂
Have you got a tent you could put up in the boat, it'll keep you warmer and keeps the dust off you, whilst your working on the boat. Nip to charity shop for plates, cutlery & insulated mugs, then it won't matter if they get damaged.
Well done guys. Didn't you have plates and cutlery when you were at house?
Probably where the owners @@ratmanmurray7137
Love your weekly video, if I lived nearby I would love to come over and lend a hand so you could get yourselves a home
Probably the worst time for this situation to happen, but it’ll afford you more time - & money? to crack on with it.
As already said, diesel heater, camping stove & a Porta Potti/Cassette Toilet will get you going to begin with. Good luck, all part of the adventure 😊
Good luck with the weather as you try to build the insides of the boat but now you are living on the boat or not far the boat it give more chance to get things done 😊😊
Well good luck with the living status. I hope everything goes smooth and easy for you.
It is times like these that make for future memories.
Best of luck to you both I like the way you both can laugh with so many tasks Infront of you with your determination you will overcome anything 😊
Yes we can relate to your situation cause that's what we did when we remodel our home that we bought before really living in complete disarray our first floor was to the studs no insulation just outside walls and windows and doors. No appliances just camp equipment for months. We live through it and now it's nice and comfortable. You all will get their soon enough enjoy it for now and get those walls up you know it's cold outside as the song goes.
Well the big plung has started. Lots of good advice and many ideas for you to think about. I won't add to the list just yet. The diesel heater is a good idea for the boat. Some more temporary lights will help. Crack on, its looking great at this stage.
sorry for your housing situation, but happy for the channel. this is a fun project to watch.
Super brave of you guys… I can’t wait to see the progress, I am super sure it will all be worth it in the end
As an afterthought the boat has much more security now your onboard.
May I congratulate you both on boat life full time.
Tinned Spaghetti works well as a filling in those sandwich presses, also tinned casseroles if they are really think and chunky, and any left overs that have the same sort of consistency as spaghetti 👍 Just some tips to help you mix it up a bit.
Ok then! Sometimes we need an uncomfortable push to get on with it, ne? Could be a blessing in disguise. Tip: only boil as much water as you need.
OMG you guys are amazing 🎉 I love your cnl and journey along the way❤keep it going and can't wait to see the finished work 😀 God blless❤
You can do this just keep on smiling ❤
love your Construction tetris
He saw y’all welding in the dining room.😂😂😂
I was sondering about that myself at the time ... 🤯
@@almann5680 probably
Eliminating inefficiency and losses may be one are of focus....imo. Usually the first 100mm of insulation provides your best returns v cost (ROI). Thereafter the ROI drops off. The next is inefficiency. Going from your fuel source (diesel/gas/solar) directly to heat is the best option. Obviously your fuel type has its own specific levels of embedded energy i.e. calorific value. Gas or diesel to heat has its challenges like exhaust gasses (dangerous🚨) and condensation may be an issue so ventilation is key. What I am trying to say....is it takes a few variables so think before choosing but I can see stupidity is not one of your traits. You are on a learning journey and that has its own challenges but you got this guys 💪🏽
Thanks very much! Lots to consider
Love it! Your ruffing it! You should save some money to be honest. I love these canal homes. We're following your journey. It's going to be wonderful when it's done. My husband & I would have loved to do what your doing but it's to late for us really. Not that we're old but older than the two of you. You've got this! You'll be fine. Your doing really well. Great to follow your dream. We're from the US Massachusetts.
I love this video... I'm in the same position living on a Trawler that I'm rebuilding. It's nice to see you guys sticking together through these hard times
Like others, we've enjoyed watching so far, but now that you've moved onto the boat we think the episodes will get even better. Good luck on the progress and hang in there!
Amazing you guys good on you for taking on such a huge job i hope you get things done real quick we live a bit far away to give you a hand so wishing you all the best 👍
I love to see your progress each time. I went through something similar years ago when my ex sold our home in town & forced us to live in a tiny camper for 4 years while we built a new home in the country. We DID freeze our tails off in the winter! You two seem to have a much better relationship and should do better. Stay warm! I look forward to your next episode!
I feel for you both. Keep at it. It will be worth it. Best wishes. James
You could also go to some of the homes & boats nearby and tell them what's going on and ask them to check in on you occasionally. It'd make me feel better 😂 and maybe you'll make some new friends with a shower....❤
Hats off to the 3 of you. Respect!!
An extended camping trip. Going to be fun watching you build out tge boat.
Love watching two. Xx
Wow, seeing the size of the King size bed in place gives a wonderful scale of the length of your boat.
Brings back memories of when I built a night shelter in a bus for the homeless I stayed on it why I built it I didn't have a luxury bed though lol...keep going I love the video...Google carpenter builds night shelter in a bus in Kent...if you want to see just how it turned out...good luck xx
That is awesome! Thanks for sharing your story we will definitely check it out
What an adventure!! Ever changing life situations make stronger and more adaptable. You guys will cope and thrive I'm sure. Keep safe and warm!! Cheers....
Well done to you. I wish you God's speed.
a slow cooker. you can just wop everything into it in the morning and you will have something substantial to end the day. or a microwave of course. oh - and from the previous episode, to 'have your oats' can mean something else in the u.k.! 😆