Will a FREE Boat Run & Drive or SINK after YEARS of Neglect?
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
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hamburgers or hotdogs. which is better?
You must have been busy cause it's the 14th and you said it was the 2nd on the video I been wondering if when you was going to put out a video
Sorry didn't know you had to do all this work to it now I know why it been a long wait for a video
Sorry for messing with sponsorships, i know that's what makes this content free, but please do your own research before purchasing RayCon Earbuds.
@@skrrtskrrt646 I have three pair I've used for 4 years now I absolutely love them. I don't even read a script when I do these ads
Heck boatyard digs has returned! Love the boat revivals! Small engines too
Boatyard Digs.......with your host Captain Stubing.
boatyard digs is the best :D
As a fellow boat owner, it’s nice to see these older boats get some attention but I wouldn’t call it love😂
No love
This did NOT feel like love!
Codependency
It's love, it might be love in the way Lenny loves field mice. Might love it to death, but it's love eh?
love is when you sell it.
I scanned through the comments quick and didn't see this mentioned. Never run the engine with drive trimmed up more than halfway. It will smoke that gimbal bearing. Also the reason marine fuel pumps are different is because when an automotive pump diaphram leaks it can weep fuel out through a hole. Gas fumes settle into the bilge and stay there, so big badda boom if fuel vapor meets ignition. That drive will probably be a milkshake because what likely happened was a shaft seal went out at some point and the water got into the gearcase and cracked it when it froze. So that problem is probably still there. Run it as long as it's fun, and then when it's not put a bigger engine in.
LS swap the mfn boat
It's always great to see Jesse haven't seen him in a long time
You saved that squirrel from weeks of torture lol they was having a blast playing with it but it was terrified that's crazy
my old cat used to do that with mice,
they either escaped or died from heart attacks after a few hours
yeah i saw the .22 in the frame right after 😂 I knew it was comin
I never knew squirrels played dead!!!
Bushy tailed tree rats.
@@Adam-kr8wy same....
Hi Kevin running the boat without water going through the water intake could scar your impeller and make the motor run hot. The impellers are made of rubber and water lubricants them.
fun fact water is not a lubricant all it would do is cool the motor
Was just gonna say that, from experience that exhaust hose is a pain to replace when the impeller pump doesn't pump water out the exhaust.
Just about to write that.... and I saw yours.
@@TheTallOne890Yeap....
@@TheTallOne890 also keeps the rubber impeller cool without water it will get hot and eventually fail doesn't happen immediately but I wouldn't run it to much like that
I'm not a boat guy but I grew up around a 54' Manson... I can appreciate your efforts and passion for bringing old stuff back to life. You guys are a great couple... don't change. Keep up the great work!
Those minutes of running dry would do that to the impeller - never run an impeller dry for obvious reasons.
Loved the content. Hoping for more boats soon! 🤩
i was gonna say something but i was hoping he would check it or find out its overheating before the test run
Also, ripped boot can alow water to enter the boat.
12 seconds. Last time I was this fast my partner was never more dissatisfied.
You win 🤣
12 seconds would be a record for me!
heck, I'm usually asleep already at that point..
@@carwashadamcooper1538I would keep that to myself if I were you
What is his Name
😂
After watching season 1 of putting the corn in I audibly snorted when he said that it would be fixed in 2 days. Nothing on this channel is ever on time. But I love it for that.
The old boat cleaned up nicely! Great job on bringing it back!!! The gauge clusters are cool looking on these old boats!
That smile on your face at the end is totally legit. You can tell you're so relieved and having so much fun. Great video. I love your attention to detail. And I would drive anything you've worked on. Great job!
I just wanted to say I feel your pain on the finding more and more issues in a second hand boat. That being said you have tenacity and skill and a pretty good sense of humor to cope haha.
I like how you’re finally using your marine fuel tank in an actual boat😂
Oscillating multi tool works dang good if you have to do fiberglass again
Enjoyed the boat work... always enjoy the automotive, but the agricultural and snowmobile/atv is always interesting... thanks
I want to just say that this is the most laid back and chill video I’ve seen so far, and an amazing wholesome moment between Kevin and Mook.😊
Enjoyed seeing Jesse too
Mook: "I'm fired!? Great! See ya!"
Kevin the most boat-owner thing you could have done was to stand next to your boat, wearing a ballcap, sunglasses, shorts & deck shoes and cold drink in a plastic cup. It was a perfect moment in a great video.
Love your stuff!
Great video as always. Hope your Dad is ok after his surgery!
Nice change of pace video. Enjoy your free boat, it looks great!
I work at a boat dealership/repair joint and I've gotta say that B.O.A.T acronym has gotta be the most accurate thing I've ever heard😂
Boat engines usually have an rubber impellor in the waterpump. With the first start up it was burned up. Secondly where the space gets smaller it pushes out water and where it gets bigger sucks it in the pump.
Kevin. When working on fiberglass use a sawsall or multitool. Never an anglegrinder.
Try to get hold of a 4 cyl diesel (car/excavator or so).
Put a piece of flat steek between the wood. You can drill and taper the holes for the bracket and use bolts instead of woodscrews.
excavator engines are expensive he should put a vw tdi in it
I've found out it really doesn't do much good to say/advise,or anything on the replays, because they"ve already done everything B4 hand,In other words... UA-cam,or the editing,or whatever is never in real time,like utube may say posted 2hrs.ago & it's been 3days ago.I just wished someone happy birthday & it was come to find out was 5days ago,even tho it said 2hrs ago,SOooo...
@@Djdj-kd8ue comments: not for the one who posted it. Or it must be an more post on the same boat/engine. But for the ones watching it and using it at advice i hope it does.
Posting: it was filmed in the past then put toghetter. So the stated moment of putting it online is always filmed earlier.
So why would the stated moment of putting it online be incorrect?
@@seanmckay3392 dont know whats more obtainable in the states. In my home country(the netherlands) i needed a diesel for my citroen. Got 1 for about 150$ with 100000 km(some 60000 miles).
I love Kevin but I was dying when he was revving it up on the first stat, I'm like oh no, he is frying the impeller LOL
Mook’s ride to the lake was hilarious. I hope she never changes!😂. I was ready to see her with 3 pairs of water wings on a two life vests😊
Kevin, if you want the boat, shiny white within 5 minutes, toilet bowl, cleaner acid and snow brush and then wash it off. Interior you can use your dgerm or Mr clean sponges
Not gonna lie that bean update really made my day I've been wondering if the crop was doing ok. Always great to see you working on something Kevin and Mook can't wait to see what you come up with next
The 2 best days of a boat owners life, the day you get it and the day you sell it lol, nice job on gettin after it and making it happen.
true!
I have LOTS of great days on my boat.
Maybe they're just doing it wrong.
@@StubbyPhillips they are. Or they aren't upkeeping it right
As a 20 plus year boat tech I love you reviving the old 120. But running this without the lower unit that impeller is cooked in the time that you ran it. You’ll have to drop the lower half of the lower unit.
I bet all the bellows are toast too.
Love the show and the content. Keep up the great work!
this was sooo awesome to watch all the way to the last shot! the best ending EVER
If there's anything to wear a dust mask for, it's fiberglass dust. That stuff is literally microscopic shards of glass you're inhaling.
"There is no evidence of long-term damage from inhaling fiberglass particles" I mean you're right and I'd certainly wear a mask but it's not that big of a deal
@@hhaste - "There is no evidence of long-term damage from inhaling fiberglass particles"
What is "statements written buy fiberglass companies" Alex.
Jesse saying “I’m 21” made me feel old and I’m younger than him, I saw the series on Jesse’s V6 Camaro when it came out and correct me if I’m wrong but wasn’t that his first car? 😂
I loved this change of pace. Reminded me; The best days of a boat owner are the first on the water Andy they day they sell it. And: Boats are holes in the water that you pour money into. I still want another one.
Well, THAT was different! It was also a bloody good watch! Never knew how the exhaust and water got fired out through the propeller and it's quite fascinating to see how engineers solved the issues when developing the inboard engine's drive delivery.
When something is free, it never is. Over the years I have found there are very few things that are cast off by other people that don't require a bit of fettling.....or a complete rebuild.... or that are just toast and a great example of the metaphorical doorstop....or boat anchor.
That being said, with a bit of ingenuity, a steep learning curve, the help of the internet and some handy advice (along with an open wallet and / or possibly a working credit card), one can make the freebie cruise again and have a few more great memories with it - be that a car, truck, quad bike or boat - and the feeling of accomplishment that goes with it? THAT is what makes it worth while.
The scenery on the lake was spectacular and such a beautiful day to take the boat out as well. Awesome job, people. Absolutely fantastic to see the old girl move under her own steam (smoke?) again. All the best.
Well definitely put a new water pump in it now after sitting that long and then running it dry
we just got the exact same boat for free and i had no idea how to work on it so thank you for this video
There's one of these boats for free every week in my area, and I'm not terribly far from these guys. I have to keep telling myself that boat ownership isn't worth it.
Definitely worth an engine rebuild. Keep it going! Love you Mook.. Heck boatyard digs has returned! Love the boat revivals! Small engines too.
Good to see you two again. Seems like u two having a great time on the lake with y’all’s new toy. Have fun be good be safe.
The "Car Wash" song was hilarious.. It's good to see Jessie, he's a freaking riot.... LOL
Thank you so much on not calling it a ‘Iron Duke’ I’ve had forum wars over that name been applied to the 153/181 GM industrial/Mercruiser engine. I had a GM 181, it’s big brother from a Crown Forklift I was going to use in a little Model A build in Australia
Has cap off you crank. Clearly sees points, cuts to cap on "probably a points system" this is why I've been subscribed since always
when you removed the motor. My first thought was perfect, a couple of sawzalls and a dumpster was all you needed.
Glad you two had a great day on the water!!
Definitely worth an engine rebuild. Keep it going! Love you Mook.
Its always interesting to watch someone who doesn't typically do what you frequently do and see how they do stuff. Loved seeing Boatyard Digs, if you ever want an adventure with some junk jetskis, let me know!
i really like jessie content! need more of him
Why I love outboard motors. Great work.
I remember you and Angus on a boat last year. There’s nothing Kevin you can’t do. Will need a lower housing unit. Because the liquid steel won’t last and the skew at bottom is broken. And Mook is not terrified any longer. Enjoyed the Video. 💯👍
Skeg. I hate auto-correct.....
Gotta love a good boat revival every now and again. Captain Kevin
Every boat owner ever...its just one thing after another with this boat. 😂❤
Impeller smoked after no water
In the 80s we had one of those boats maybe it was even the late 70s. I was a kid and it was a fun boat when it ran but the motor gave my dad a lotta trouble mostly because we lived on the ocean and the salt just ate and got into everything, EVERYTHING. The best memories that I used to have of my young life were from that boat so I hope you guys get the same from yours and you’ll be surprised at how peppy it is
boats are a joy to use, if one keeps the maintenance up and they work great and safe to operate. Raised two daughters in them and school work and good behavior was accomplished by boating. Maintenance was the key
I'm so proud of you guys becoming boat people. Congratulations!
Congrats on all the hard, expensive boat work . 👏 You and Mook deserve to relax and enjoy.
Glad you were able to make it out onto the lake after all that work! So worth it!!! Beautiful night for a ride around the lake!
i'm a career automotive tech and I've been watching you since I was 16, you've gotta be one of my favorite channels. i recently had some health issues at work and I've been rewatching all your old content and it all holds up great. keep up the work man, you've built one of the best car channels on youtube. also a red head and you inspired me to grow a beard which is shockingly coming in like yours
41:00 and there goes the new impeller you just put in as well. Good job.
For once, boat tank is in a boat.
Hey guys, I love, love, love, love these boat videos! They are truly amazing! Thank you all for everything you guys do!
BOAT Break Out Another Thousand. No biggie. Yins guys rock. Doing a great job. Keep up the great work
I'm loving your side projects, boats, farming, campers etc...
Best restoration content on UA-cam. Love the personality put into these videos! Keep up the awesome content dudes!
Always a great day when junkyard digs uploads.
Must have been the first time I have seen Kevin use a boat tank..in a boat..😅.. Great video, thanks!
That boat needs some 70s van art on it. You know, wizards, dragons, flying tigers and stuff. :D
I had a free boat once, I opted to prefer a friend with a boat 😂
thanks for the great entertaining AND educational content as always. Also hoping your dad recovers fully from that surgery ASAP.
Great episode. Live in northern MN but i have family in Clear Lake. Boated around there as a kid. My grandma owned a bar in town called Carol's Lounge. I dont think its there any longer. Brings back memories of my grand parents.
It is nice to see more of Jesse on the other side of the camera. You can't beat brotherly banter.
Love these boat videos. Pease keep them up Kevin, there awesome.
Jyd did cars, atvs, snowmobiles, farm equipment, and now I think it's time they get their wings. Please do an airplane
If he did a plane, it would be the last episode ever
@@jaySilverE34 I hope not but lol 😂
Good morning this was a different video and in my opinion that boat was definitely worth it. You now have a nice boat that you can enjoy on the water.
Was literally coming here to suggest this. So glad we all had the same thought. Might as well get it done asap/before paint and floors.
Always a good day when I get to watch you guys while I'm stuck at work. Thanks for the content, Kevin. You guys are awesome. 🤙🏽
Kevin, I'm taking your word on the Raycons. I've ordered mine finally and I've used your code. They come in monday. Fingers crossed they work great! I Think they will lol.
They don't... they're terrible, why do you think you never actually see UA-camrs wearing them, if anything they wear airpods... never trust someone that advertises something they don't use themselves..
I bought some on black Friday and love them
@@BariLopesh Don't know till you try them.
@@caseyramseyer9874 Good to know. Thank you.
i got a pair of raycons when he started getting their sponsorships a few years ago. they're still kicking and not too bad for the price. better then airpods imo
Holy crap! @9:20 I could smell the exhaust fumes!!!
Thanks for the boat video, makes me feel like I am not alone in the never ending boat repairs. I have a 1988 21' Sea Swirl and last year I took my boat out once and found the floor was really soft. So I spent about 3 weeks cutting out the old floor and building in all new floor including fiber glassing it in with new carpet. Fall came so I quickly put it away in my barn and when I got it out a couple weeks ago I found I got busy and forgot to winterize it. I have a Chev 4.3 V6 and both exhaust manifolds froze and broke. Luckily I removed them and was able to weld them back up and all was fine. Time to get the boat and trailer licensed and take it out on the river. But need to get it cleaned out, this boat has a Cuddy cabin with a V bunks up front with a small sink water tank and stove. I sat down on the bed and crunch, the wood under the beds are rotten and now I have the cabin part all tore apart for new plywood and re fiber glassing. With boats it never stops. Looks like I will miss half of this summer fixing this damn boat before I can use it again.
Kevin, I think this one deserves a new motor and maybe a drive unit! It’s a good unit
good unit?..did you not see all the rot Kevin pulled out?..if it's that rotten back there then it's also in the rest of the wood...best thing for this boat is a little pond or lake and just cruise it until it quits
We’re not gonna talk about that 90s chop top Ford in the back lmao I wanna know the story about that thing
Nothing like seeing one of your favorite youtubers working on something you love. Love the boat vids. Im restoring a 1983 starcraft myself rescued it from certin scrapyard death
@JunkyardDigs quick tip from the u.k ...your dewalt angle grinder... undo the 4 hex bolts at the top of the body where the motor attaches... rotate motor 90 degrees and refit... makes it more balanced...easier to control and feels lighter
Hey man I hope the old man is doing good. Loved the variety of content
That plastic housing that did not seal properly from amazon actually looked like a housing for the metal one, creating additional seal on top of the metal one? No idea, just guessing by the size difference. Yet another great video! That squirrel in the beginning was interesting, wonder if she was surrounded by them and could not escape or she was really playing around with them. Beautiful scenery at the end with the sun and the clouds. I was afraid the engine was bad, but it handled well.
@@gplugt7960 the engine needs a new block..but hey..Freeboat is game..lol
Use oscillating multitool to cut through fiberglass. There's a lot less dust kicked up. It's just you know a lot more oscillating multi tool cutting stuff, which may or may not be worse.
Another fun MOOK & Kevin adventure
The boat episode with all of you guys is what made me subscribe and love this channel
1 mill subscribers! To think, I've watched you make videos while in the armed forces, revive many cars and have many adventures. Definitely before you had 50k subscribers. Thanks for bringing me along!
Thanks for supporting Kevin's channel through the years!
Junkyard Mom
Outstanding Job on your engine overhaul. The way I feel...its like the engine practically is a rebuild with a few exceptions.
My husband and I bought a basket case boat and rebuilt everything and loved that thing and spent many hours aboard and loved it. Thanks for sharing
Next week, Mook learns to water ski.
Say goodbye to the plastic impeller in the lower unit. Always have a water hose connected.
Nice job Kevin, very entertaining and informative, a Junkyard Digs classic!! Enjoy the fruits of your labor my friend.
Haven't commented for ages but i am pretty stoked you got that boat out, i hope you have more fun on the water and have life jackets around
Nice 👍🏼
The happiest day of your life is the day you buy a boat...
The second happiest day of your life is when you sell that boat...
this sooooo explains and shows exactly what you get into when you buy (or get a free) used boat. I had a friend tell me "You know what you got there huh? A hole in the water that you throw money into." Couldn't be a more true statement. I have owned one one boat. And it was used. And I spent alot of time and money getting it water ready. So I thought. Got her ready to go.. went out (had a great time) and almost didn't make it back to the dock because of another issue that popped up. This happened 3 times. I'd fix a problem, take it out, and a new problem would arise. Finally got tired of it. Sold it as is. Learned alot about boats, but that's about it. Not a fun time at all.
Great video, you gave that boat some love for sure. Dad saves the day with his unsurpassed knowledge on fiberglass and everything worked out perfectly. Glad to see you get out on the water and relax after a long 2 weeks.
Nice sunset on the lake! Yes, now you have a boat
7:45 and there goes that lower unit pump impeller. That now needs to be replaced. Good job
As soon as I saw the IO of the boat, I could tell it was a MerCruiser Alpha One drive unit. Those damn things are tough as nails albeit a bit of a pain in the ass to actually work on. I'm pretty sure if I took my dad's old Admiral 199 LX and did a rebuild on the 3.0l 4 banger engine and the drive that it would sputter to life to this day and still run great. Solid video, I hope you guys do more boat content because I for one love it!!
Nicely done, neat old boat, looks to be mid 60s I'm guessing. I just brought a 1972 Aristocraft Nineteen back to life. mine is set up the same except mine is the mercruiser 165 which is a GM 250 inline 6cyl. We got it back in march and I went through the hydraulics, drive and engine as well as completely gutting and rewiring the electrical, she took her madden voyage on marktwain lake at the end of June. this fall my buddy is doing the interior for me and I'm going to give it a new carbon fiber dash and gauges. I love keeping vintage stuff going.