I was thinking the same thing. Although maybe he had the idea of anchoring both sides when they are out in the bay partying or whatever. I know when he first got the boat that's what they did. Anchoring both ends in a situation like that is probably fine, just don't do that overnight when you aren't awake to fix it when things go south....
Came here to post this. Also, that's likely not enough chain for the size and weight of that boat. The anchor keeps the chain in place. The weight of the chain on the bottom keeps the boat in place.
As a full time detailer, I would recommend more of a gelcoat specific compound, which cuts harder and will give way better results, also 1,000 grit wet is used on gelcoat to get previous sand marks out, I would definitely recommend using a different set of grits, I would go using a 600 or 800 dry to a 1200 dry for more time and then a 1500 dry for even more time than that, and finish off with either a 3,000 or 5,000 wet followed by medium cut and glaze for a showroom shine
Wouldn't even do that... There's barely any haze on that gel coat. 3M Finesse-it and a wool pad on a buffer will take care of that fine without any cutting.
Not trying to Monday morning quarterback ya here but the anchor looks a little small for the size of the boat. I think you also need far more chain then you have. Anchors have some serious engineering involved and while they do dig into the bottom the chain is actually what holds the boat in place, not the anchor. The ratio is usually 4-5 times the chain length per foot of water depth. This increases to 5-7, or more, times the length of chain per foot of depth in bad weather. So 20 feet of water requires anywhere from 80-100 feet of chain in the water. There are also anchors specifically built for rocky bottoms, sandy/muddy bottoms and ocean anchors. They can be quite expensive but they are the only thing keeping your boat from drifting into the rocks and sinking while you're sleeping.
You’re a little high on your chain to water depth ratio. Here in buffalo on the very strong current Niagara river we use about 3-4 foot of chain per foot of water. However, that doesn’t change your point. He needs to rethink what he did.
Boats aren't cars. You have to use the proper equipment. You need a much bigger & heavier anchor with a much longer and thicker chain. The anchor you made is very small and light. It will also rust and stain your boat. As far as the deck music equipment, you should buy a marine type one with marine speakers. If not, it will be dead within a few months.
Have a blast bud. Live in P-Town and have a home and float house in Astoria. See you on the river. Anchor is going to be fine for as little as you’re going to use it...yeah...remember...boats aren’t cars. Wtf is that? The world is full of Einstein’s.
You dove really deep into anchors but seem to have missed what he is trying to do. THIS IS NOT THE MAIN ANCHOR it is secondary to try and reduce the swing of the boat. I'm guessing if the marine shop told him what size and weight anchor he needed than it is probably correct.
A close family member was an instructor at the USCG academy at Cape Disappointment. The Coast Guard chose the mouth of the Columbia River to train their elite boat drivers called Surfman. Its one of the most difficult passages in the world. Here is a quick video from the Weather Channel: ua-cam.com/video/eI4hChpINoo/v-deo.html
(why i know wtf Im talking about: Internationally licensed sailing yacht skipper) Ok, I wont say that you can NEVER use two anchors (like some are saying), generally speaking, we use a single anchor that has sufficient chain length to keep the boat stable, and allow enough room from land and other boats on all sides for the boat to swing around. This is the simplest arrangement. If you are going to be awake (like while fishing) using two anchors will usually be fine, as you will be around to fix any issues that arise, if you are doing this to sleep, things get more complicated. You can use dual anchors, or land lines (lines that run from the stern of the boat to a good anchored spot on the land straight astern of the boat), to keep the boat pointed in a single direction. We do so in some bays and coves in the Mediterranean where anyone who anchors uses either dual anchors or an anchor and land line so that everyone can stay in one place and be sure everyone has enough depth in a shallow cove. Keep in mind that in that situation, we always know where the waves will come from (from the end of the bay facing the sea) and any strong wind will usually be from the same place (as the land will be a wind break and will slow winds considerably). If you are going to do this I would recommend a stronger anchor and MUCH more chain (proper anchor chain, not what you are using now, it is expensive, and it is necessary), as you will need to rely on it. If you will run aground or hit another boat unless your boat stays in one place, then you need to be able to depend on your secondary anchor to keep you in place no matter what. Thats not the simplest thing though, on the mid size (40-70ft) sailing yachts we usually use a dinghy to carry the other anchor out a decent distance, then use one of our winches to tighten the anchor line in order to set the secondary. You likely have neither a dinghy nor winches, which further complicates things. You dont always need the winch (we dont need them on the smaller (45ft or less) yachts), but you will need a way to put the secondary a decent distance away from your boat. You might have an inflatable rowed dinghy you could do this with, please dont try to swim it, it feels ok for about 10 ft and then you drown... Overall, if you are going to do anything other the simplest situation (single anchor, properly set, with enough room to swing), then I recommend doing some reading from a reputable source (many good books on the subject) AND I would say to get a short training course as well. You may have to travel a bit to get good, proper training (as I did for my lincense), but nothing beats proper training from an expert. Please be safe, and have fun!
Awesome response and great information from obviously someone who understands anchoring a larger boat , deploying setting and retrieving a set anchor set from the stern of a yacht is a complicated process a dingy is definitely needed to deploy and retrievie stern anchors , if the weather gets heavier it can be a real task to retrieve the anchor which needs to be unset , i like a line running tp the head of the anchor with a float attached to lpull back against the set, getting a fouled stern anchor is a real task and without the line to unlload the set it often can result in losing your hook . For me the negative aspect of deploying a stern anchor far outweighs any benefit you can expect , its a anchoring solution that should only be used by someone with a bit of experience and only when seas wind and current are almost non existent.. If the seas where you have anchored are making the boat move and roll and you are considering adding a stern anchor to stabilize the boat , its too complicated/and an inappropriate time to use that system ...
I dont know if its just me but i personally think that his second anchor also might be a bit on the small side, because when i compare it to the anchors we use for 5 meter long steel sailing boats it look about the same or maybe even smaller, and we manage to rip anchors out of the ground with wind.
@@errorusernotfound-iq5hh Youre not wrong. If they want to use a little anchor just to keep them selves more or less in the same place while doing some fishing, probably ok, but they still need to use a dinghy to take the anchor out and should have more chain (and actual anchor chain) so they can set the anchor correctly. So long as they would have enough time to react before the boat hits anything, if the anchor were to drag. Now, if they were going to sleep in a narrow bay where everyone else is dual anchored in order to allow everyone to stay in a narrow part of the cove where it is deep enough (for example), its a very different story. In that case they need an anchor not much different from their primary anchor, and about the same amount of chain (true anchor chain, not the small little chain he put on his anchor). because in a bad situation, if either one pulls out youre running aground or running right into another boat. And then I can only say I hope you bought good insurance...
On some engines the "breather line" goes into the air cleaner housing after the spark arrester / filter to re-burn the blow by gasses and prevent carbon monoxide buildup in the engine compartment
Came here to say this as well. Be careful to maintain ventilation when working on the engine with this mod. Safest not to have it. It's also not very environmentally friendly as the idea of redirecting it to the intake is to burn everything in a subsequent pass.
My Dad has been using Garmin GPSMAP stuff since the mid 90s (starting with the old GPSMAP 210). His current boat he upgraded to a similar version to what you have there. It's incredibly powerful and amazing. Top quality product. Kudos to Garmin for sending you one!
I wasn't all that sure that I wanted to watch you update and upgrade your old yacht, but it turned out that I really enjoyed watching this. What a difference your upgrades have made. Personally, I have always enjoyed restoring car, truck and motorcycle finishes and trim to where other people that I know were shocked at the difference a bit of elbow grease can make. As far as your 3D printed sonar/radar mounting unit goes, If anyone is critical about the quality of the printing, take them out to the middle of the river and toss them overboard. They'll never whine again. (Ever).
Chris, I use to do marine electronics here on the east coast for several years. When I got out of it a few years ago the upgrading of electronics is huge. Unfortunately the old stuff is very large and leaves very big holes in dashes as you can see. We were doing a lot of starboard panels to flush the equipment back in instead of having the hole refiberglassed. The mounting plate you made is very professional and you may have something there.
If it's not done already, I'd isolate the start bank from the house bank and charge using a charging relay which keeps the banks separate then parallels when charging. Having them separate let's you run down the house bank and still be able to start engines.
Dont worry too much about the Columbia river bar. I've taken my 22' wakeboard boat through that, and it's fine. Yes, it could be dangerous, bumpy etc... but, just watch the current from both rivers and keep the props spinning. Have fun!
What flecs said. And you want that secondary one to hold less than the main anchor, so worst case wind and waves can still swing you around if they are heavy enough.
For low-maintenance chrome lighting trim, have those trim pieces 'chrome' powder-coated. You could do this yourself if you have access to an old kitchen oven...or pay to get it done.
@@brettgoldsmith8584 admittedly the anchor on the boat I work on is a lot bigger, but its steel, and the original anchor. The boat was launched in 1976, so I'd say it'll last a fair while
I was wondering when you were ever gonna post anything about the boat. We just passed by you at the marina store and docked and here you are. Happy to finally see some updated video.
Glad to see you back on the boat again . just a bit of advice. A boat that size requires a much larger anchor and longer chain. In an emergency situation you will be glad for it. Good luck.
(Naval Engineering Student Here) Excited to.. sea more boat content! I noticed a couple things that you might want to watch out for. You probably knew this stuff already, just want to make sure you don't have any problems. -Definitely watch a video on how to anchor a boat if you haven't done so already. They can be difficult to set and ti would be pretty hard to set two anchors pointing in different directions. -In anything other than calm water you should not use two anchors because you want the boat to be able to point itself in the direction that waves are coming from. If the boat is pointing the wrong direction waves can start to go over the back causing flooding. The boat will also noticeably rock more and be less comfortable if it is not pointed in the right direction. You probably don't need to worry about this if you are in a thinner river with low current. -Your awsome homemade anchor is going to rust no matter what. Make sure it is stored in a place where you are okay having rust stains. -The oil breather is probably there intentionally to oil the filter and help it catch more crud, much like a K&N filter. Keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't get too dry! (you probably knew that). -Make sure your phone won't fall out or down if you hit a big wave. Best of luck on your voyage and on all of your projects! She looks great!
Fantastic job guys! That boat/yacht looks great! I believe that the "bright work" on the boat is actually stainless steel. Often, what you will find is brass or chrome plated brass which is similar to what you will find in your higher-end home faucets. If that stuff was chrome plated steel, it would have rusted right through the chrome years ago. Anyway, Great job! I can't wait to see the finished results. Good luck with your project. The nautical term for bedroom is "state room."
Great projects that definitely add to the boat’s beauty and value. I have to say that the styling of the boat is timeless. I definitely see what drew you to this craft. Two suggestions on the electronics add-ons. You might integrate a phone charging pad into your 3D printed mount what you do the final version. Two, you might add a small 2.1 class D amp board and a mini sub (e.g., 6” tang band) in a small enclosure. There are amp boards out there that love 24 volts input. Glad to make more detailed suggestions if you like. Let Parts Express be your guide. Cheers and stay safe!
I subscribed one year ago because of the boat, then i got hooked in the hurricane series. Now I’m still here. These boat videos must be good for you reach
The Columbia is THE most dangerous in the continental US... for sure. I recommend you take an experienced captain with you if your hell bent on crossing the bar. Research it! It’s no cake walk if weather or tides are not right for crossing... Take time to go through the Marine Museum in Astoria... its fantastic. Prayers for you Mom & Dad’s home! I’m a former Oregonian living in Florida for the past 50 years... Your site is one of my Fav’s....
They are actually both correct in this but the more common usage is "oxidation" . My father in-law says "oxidization" and when I corrected him he corrected me. Lol. It just doesn't sound right though. *** See a very similar conversation below**
J Jackson Only one is correct and it’s pronounced Oxidation because that’s how it’s spelled. “ aak suh dei shn “ is the pronunciation from the dictionary.
@@rileysgarages Noun. 1. oxidization - the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction. Noun: 1. oxidation the process or result of oxidizing or being oxidized. But I will use the same logic as you... Its this one and it's pronounced Oxidization ox·i·di·za·tion [ok-si-duh-zey-shuhn]. The dictionary says so.
This is why I love UA-cam. I learn so much from the comments. Eventually, there's gonna be someone who is an expert. How else would we get an expert's related knowledge. Not sarcasm. Genuinely impressed.
Finally get to see more of that boat ! I'm a bit jealous, that's a beautiful boat. Even for it's age it still looks great, has a timeless design to it. And a nice touch with the LED's. I wouldn't mind having one of those Riva Tropicana's when I get down to Florida someday.
Very good Chris, i was surprised by your respect and care for originality of gelcoat and dash gauges on this classic boat. It's a Riva, deserves a bit of modernization without touching the great design from Giorgio Barilani
Number one the you guys should look at is the bilge pumps and the wiring that goes to them. If any of it is bad I would recommend just upgrading them anyways. The more water they can take out the better for a leak.
Riva makes some of the coolest boats out there. Even their 30 year old stuff still looks nice. Love these boat vids. Can't wait to see the trip. Be careful.
Love the boat video Chris! Excited to see you 3d printing as well! Tbh, I would just sand and paint that mount... maybe try to match the lighter color of the helm. I'd be worried it may not like outside heat; especially being black.
Should consider using Collinite wax. Probably the longest-lasting budget wax I have used I use the "476" for my cars and it lasts through Chicago winters!. I also used the Yellow-Wax in the past as well, and although it does give an awesome result, it doesn't last, in my experience 2 weeks is what it takes for it. Collinite lasts long but doesn't make your paint look like it's dripping off the car. BUT! You can topcoat it, with a "non-cleaning" wax! I top it with Meguiars mirror glaze, as it has no cleaning agents, however, it goes away on the first rainfall, so probably not the best for a boat.
The hat look containers on top of the valve covers could be air/ oil separator if thats the case they need the negative pressure from the turbos to operate so u might want to pull them apart and do a good cleaning
@@Rocky19011 Oxidisation typically refers to the process, whereas oxidation refers to the result. They are technically interchangeable, but it's more common to use them in the aforementioned order.
Huh. Well you learn something new everyday. I've never heard anyone say oxidisation before. Either way the way he was saying it made it seem unintentional.
Aquabuff for heavy oxidation, Shurhold Buff Magic for lighter oxidation, seal it with Shurhold Pro Polish (better than wax, it's a polymer). You'll want to use something formulated for gelcoat rather than paint products as you want to replenish the oils in the gelcoat to restore the deep colors. A DA won't get you the heat you need to really work the gel coat you'll want to use a variable speed rotary polisher.
Those JVC headunits and the speakers look clean man - also the other stuff you did - I love the new style and what you're doing to the Boat! Stay safe, my thoughts and prayers to anyone affected by the fires!
I was thinkin that when he was goin thru the SMOKE ALL THE WAY FOR HOURS AND HOURS out to the Columbia BAR for the boats FIRST REAL TEST.... sigh......
Very good engines., need real marine diesel mechanics. Probably the tank if full of crap. He need a real marine team right there to avoid issues on a old boat like this one.
eloyex They were Ok engines at best. Not very well liked in the bus and truck world, the Bradley uses 600HP-700HP versions, in trucks they were 270HP- 330HP or so. The 903 was Cummins answer to the very popular Detroit Diesel 8V-71 which was a excellent engine and used in many applications except the Bradley.
You don't always want to use two anchors, actually very rarely, but if you do use the second one, you should use 2 to 3 times more chain and you should have a longer anchor line.
When anchored the boat needs to be able to rotate and point into the wind or tide. Anchoring from both sides is a good way to capsize.
Yeah, you can tell he knows nothing about boating.
I was thinking the same thing. Although maybe he had the idea of anchoring both sides when they are out in the bay partying or whatever. I know when he first got the boat that's what they did. Anchoring both ends in a situation like that is probably fine, just don't do that overnight when you aren't awake to fix it when things go south....
Can more people like this so he sees it.
Came here to post this. Also, that's likely not enough chain for the size and weight of that boat. The anchor keeps the chain in place. The weight of the chain on the bottom keeps the boat in place.
@@unusuallatitudes8918 he needs at least quadruple what he's got I'd say.
As a full time detailer, I would recommend more of a gelcoat specific compound, which cuts harder and will give way better results, also 1,000 grit wet is used on gelcoat to get previous sand marks out, I would definitely recommend using a different set of grits, I would go using a 600 or 800 dry to a 1200 dry for more time and then a 1500 dry for even more time than that, and finish off with either a 3,000 or 5,000 wet followed by medium cut and glaze for a showroom shine
This guy details
Wouldn't even do that... There's barely any haze on that gel coat. 3M Finesse-it and a wool pad on a buffer will take care of that fine without any cutting.
oscar is ur realest friend hes always willin to put in work
I agree. 3m makes several marine color restore products that are amazing.
I wouldn't wetsand gelcoat at all. Not a good idea to wear it away like that. Ask me how I know...
Not trying to Monday morning quarterback ya here but the anchor looks a little small for the size of the boat. I think you also need far more chain then you have. Anchors have some serious engineering involved and while they do dig into the bottom the chain is actually what holds the boat in place, not the anchor. The ratio is usually 4-5 times the chain length per foot of water depth. This increases to 5-7, or more, times the length of chain per foot of depth in bad weather. So 20 feet of water requires anywhere from 80-100 feet of chain in the water.
There are also anchors specifically built for rocky bottoms, sandy/muddy bottoms and ocean anchors. They can be quite expensive but they are the only thing keeping your boat from drifting into the rocks and sinking while you're sleeping.
You’re a little high on your chain to water depth ratio. Here in buffalo on the very strong current Niagara river we use about 3-4 foot of chain per foot of water. However, that doesn’t change your point. He needs to rethink what he did.
Boats aren't cars.
You have to use the proper equipment.
You need a much bigger & heavier anchor with a much longer and thicker chain.
The anchor you made is very small and light. It will also rust and stain your boat.
As far as the deck music equipment, you should buy a marine type one with marine speakers. If not, it will be dead within a few months.
Also that anchor looks almost the same size as I use to anchor my 14foot dinghy, it looks way to small for a big boat and the chain is way too short
Have a blast bud. Live in P-Town and have a home and float house in Astoria. See you on the river.
Anchor is going to be fine for as little as you’re going to use it...yeah...remember...boats aren’t cars. Wtf is that?
The world is full of Einstein’s.
You dove really deep into anchors but seem to have missed what he is trying to do. THIS IS NOT THE MAIN ANCHOR it is secondary to try and reduce the swing of the boat. I'm guessing if the marine shop told him what size and weight anchor he needed than it is probably correct.
This boat was what UA-cam recommended to me over a year ago, and first introduced me to the channel. So ecstatic to see it making a comeback.
Careful on the Columbia River bar! Theres a reason it's called the graveyard of the Pacific!
It's also full of nuclear waste from Hanford.
@@JB-mk4ry gross. At least we are not the English Channel. Also Maya over max all day
A close family member was an instructor at the USCG academy at Cape Disappointment. The Coast Guard chose the mouth of the Columbia River to train their elite boat drivers called Surfman. Its one of the most difficult passages in the world. Here is a quick video from the Weather Channel: ua-cam.com/video/eI4hChpINoo/v-deo.html
maddvibE so bad, they use a boat that flips itself back over if it capsizes
Good to know that there is a lot rocks around :(
(why i know wtf Im talking about: Internationally licensed sailing yacht skipper)
Ok, I wont say that you can NEVER use two anchors (like some are saying), generally speaking, we use a single anchor that has sufficient chain length to keep the boat stable, and allow enough room from land and other boats on all sides for the boat to swing around. This is the simplest arrangement. If you are going to be awake (like while fishing) using two anchors will usually be fine, as you will be around to fix any issues that arise, if you are doing this to sleep, things get more complicated.
You can use dual anchors, or land lines (lines that run from the stern of the boat to a good anchored spot on the land straight astern of the boat), to keep the boat pointed in a single direction. We do so in some bays and coves in the Mediterranean where anyone who anchors uses either dual anchors or an anchor and land line so that everyone can stay in one place and be sure everyone has enough depth in a shallow cove. Keep in mind that in that situation, we always know where the waves will come from (from the end of the bay facing the sea) and any strong wind will usually be from the same place (as the land will be a wind break and will slow winds considerably). If you are going to do this I would recommend a stronger anchor and MUCH more chain (proper anchor chain, not what you are using now, it is expensive, and it is necessary), as you will need to rely on it. If you will run aground or hit another boat unless your boat stays in one place, then you need to be able to depend on your secondary anchor to keep you in place no matter what. Thats not the simplest thing though, on the mid size (40-70ft) sailing yachts we usually use a dinghy to carry the other anchor out a decent distance, then use one of our winches to tighten the anchor line in order to set the secondary. You likely have neither a dinghy nor winches, which further complicates things. You dont always need the winch (we dont need them on the smaller (45ft or less) yachts), but you will need a way to put the secondary a decent distance away from your boat. You might have an inflatable rowed dinghy you could do this with, please dont try to swim it, it feels ok for about 10 ft and then you drown...
Overall, if you are going to do anything other the simplest situation (single anchor, properly set, with enough room to swing), then I recommend doing some reading from a reputable source (many good books on the subject) AND I would say to get a short training course as well. You may have to travel a bit to get good, proper training (as I did for my lincense), but nothing beats proper training from an expert. Please be safe, and have fun!
Awesome response and great information from obviously someone who understands anchoring a larger boat , deploying setting and retrieving a set anchor set from the stern of a yacht is a complicated process a dingy is definitely needed to deploy and retrievie stern anchors , if the weather gets heavier it can be a real task to retrieve the anchor which needs to be unset , i like a line running tp the head of the anchor with a float attached to lpull back against the set, getting a fouled stern anchor is a real task and without the line to unlload the set it often can result in losing your hook . For me the negative aspect of deploying a stern anchor far outweighs any benefit you can expect , its a anchoring solution that should only be used by someone with a bit of experience and only when seas wind and current are almost non existent.. If the seas where you have anchored are making the boat move and roll and you are considering adding a stern anchor to stabilize the boat , its too complicated/and an inappropriate time to use that system ...
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I dont know if its just me but i personally think that his second anchor also might be a bit on the small side, because when i compare it to the anchors we use for 5 meter long steel sailing boats it look about the same or maybe even smaller, and we manage to rip anchors out of the ground with wind.
@@errorusernotfound-iq5hh Youre not wrong. If they want to use a little anchor just to keep them selves more or less in the same place while doing some fishing, probably ok, but they still need to use a dinghy to take the anchor out and should have more chain (and actual anchor chain) so they can set the anchor correctly. So long as they would have enough time to react before the boat hits anything, if the anchor were to drag.
Now, if they were going to sleep in a narrow bay where everyone else is dual anchored in order to allow everyone to stay in a narrow part of the cove where it is deep enough (for example), its a very different story. In that case they need an anchor not much different from their primary anchor, and about the same amount of chain (true anchor chain, not the small little chain he put on his anchor). because in a bad situation, if either one pulls out youre running aground or running right into another boat. And then I can only say I hope you bought good insurance...
Anchors....or boat gear in general.... 3 is 2.....2 is 1 .... and 1 is None !!
On some engines the "breather line" goes into the air cleaner housing after the spark arrester / filter to re-burn the blow by gasses and prevent carbon monoxide buildup in the engine compartment
Yeah I was thinking that it’s jetting oil if it’s overfilled but carbon monoxide is a killer, esp if it leaks into the cabin.
I was thinking more along the line of the the breather line drips oil onto the cleaner to keep them oiled, like a JLT or KNN?
babelsalot that is not how wet k&n filters work
Came here to say this as well. Be careful to maintain ventilation when working on the engine with this mod. Safest not to have it. It's also not very environmentally friendly as the idea of redirecting it to the intake is to burn everything in a subsequent pass.
Was thinking the same thing. I would have left it.
B is for build: Lets use scrap steel for an anchor
*Salt* : Let me ends this man's career
Salty comment.
@@weareallbeingwatched4602 🤣 Class! I came here for this.....🤣
Steel rusts while aluminium doesn't
My Dad has been using Garmin GPSMAP stuff since the mid 90s (starting with the old GPSMAP 210). His current boat he upgraded to a similar version to what you have there. It's incredibly powerful and amazing. Top quality product. Kudos to Garmin for sending you one!
I hate to admit that I enjoyed this "B is for Boat" more than the recent projects.
Me too!
One of the first so excited to finally see the boat again
I love your guys work ethics, frugality, and playing hard. Keep enjoying your lives. Great job
you should put a wireless charger in that 3D phone stand
could cause interference with the garmin right beside it. the cable for the sonar is right there so could cause problems.
I wasn't all that sure that I wanted to watch you update and upgrade your old yacht, but it turned out that I really enjoyed watching this. What a difference your upgrades have made. Personally, I have always enjoyed restoring car, truck and motorcycle finishes and trim to where other people that I know were shocked at the difference a bit of elbow grease can make. As far as your 3D printed sonar/radar mounting unit goes, If anyone is critical about the quality of the printing, take them out to the middle of the river and toss them overboard. They'll never whine again. (Ever).
Finally back on BOARD with B is for Boat! Aye Aye Captain! 😂🚢
Chris, I use to do marine electronics here on the east coast for several years. When I got out of it a few years ago the upgrading of electronics is huge. Unfortunately the old stuff is very large and leaves very big holes in dashes as you can see. We were doing a lot of starboard panels to flush the equipment back in instead of having the hole refiberglassed. The mounting plate you made is very professional and you may have something there.
“Oxitization” 🤣
Gabriel Nelli he even said it right the first time lol
B is for Rudnikism
Thought i was the only one who noticed that.
"oxidadidation" posted with love and affection of course :)
@@MediocreTCG he's not on rodnocks level yet but he's getting there lmao
If it's not done already, I'd isolate the start bank from the house bank and charge using a charging relay which keeps the banks separate then parallels when charging. Having them separate let's you run down the house bank and still be able to start engines.
Can’t wait to see that Yacht with some nice decking flooring
Dont worry too much about the Columbia river bar. I've taken my 22' wakeboard boat through that, and it's fine. Yes, it could be dangerous, bumpy etc... but, just watch the current from both rivers and keep the props spinning. Have fun!
Anchor is going to be to small for the boat size.
its a secondary one for extra stabilization he said
What flecs said. And you want that secondary one to hold less than the main anchor, so worst case wind and waves can still swing you around if they are heavy enough.
@@Baerzilla he is still learning boats are "different" lol
Box looks pretty.
About 3x too small.
For low-maintenance chrome lighting trim, have those trim pieces 'chrome' powder-coated. You could do this yourself if you have access to an old kitchen oven...or pay to get it done.
When he said a two-day trip all I heard was "A three-hour tour..."
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God I loved that show lol, they should do a spoof episode.
Does that make Oscar Gilligan? Hey little buddy!
@@markfinnigan4994 bahaha yup!
It's nice to see a tasteful period sensitive upgrade to the old girl. Kudos for making her young again.👏👏👏👏👏
I wonder how long until that non aluminium anchor will last before rusting away!
but thanks for making a video on this, nearly forgot about it!
It would be fine if he used a heavier duty paint like hammerite or similar. I work on steel boats and as long as shit's protected, it won't rust.
Like, a week maybe. This thing is designed to get into scrapes with whatever's at the bottom of the water
If he doesnt go to the ocean aften itll last a long time. If he does, he should start making a new one already
@@brettgoldsmith8584 admittedly the anchor on the boat I work on is a lot bigger, but its steel, and the original anchor. The boat was launched in 1976, so I'd say it'll last a fair while
It is made from scrap steel, so who cares. I'm sure Chris will love to build a replacement if this one gets too rusty.
Make sure you service/replace the boat zinc anodes, especially if you are heading into salt water.
I was wondering when you were ever gonna post anything about the boat. We just passed by you at the marina store and docked and here you are. Happy to finally see some updated video.
Glad to see you back on the boat again . just a bit of advice. A boat that size requires a much larger anchor and longer chain. In an emergency situation you will be glad for it. Good luck.
"so if you wanna see where we sink" LMAO
I heard that too.
Now that’s a man with an accurate expectation of his sailing skill 🤣🤣
Nice Job! I started watching you today and you got my interest in your ability to repair things. Hopefully, you will continue with boat stories!
"Don't tell Chelsea" Someone has been hanging out with Demo Ranch too much!
Don't tell Mare!
(Naval Engineering Student Here) Excited to.. sea more boat content!
I noticed a couple things that you might want to watch out for. You probably knew this stuff already, just want to make sure you don't have any problems.
-Definitely watch a video on how to anchor a boat if you haven't done so already. They can be difficult to set and ti would be pretty hard to set two anchors pointing in different directions.
-In anything other than calm water you should not use two anchors because you want the boat to be able to point itself in the direction that waves are coming from. If the boat is pointing the wrong direction waves can start to go over the back causing flooding. The boat will also noticeably rock more and be less comfortable if it is not pointed in the right direction. You probably don't need to worry about this if you are in a thinner river with low current.
-Your awsome homemade anchor is going to rust no matter what. Make sure it is stored in a place where you are okay having rust stains.
-The oil breather is probably there intentionally to oil the filter and help it catch more crud, much like a K&N filter. Keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't get too dry! (you probably knew that).
-Make sure your phone won't fall out or down if you hit a big wave.
Best of luck on your voyage and on all of your projects! She looks great!
literally waiting for a year for this update. thanks for having my back YT recommendations.
Fantastic job guys! That boat/yacht looks great! I believe that the "bright work" on the boat is actually stainless steel. Often, what you will find is brass or chrome plated brass which is similar to what you will find in your higher-end home faucets. If that stuff was chrome plated steel, it would have rusted right through the chrome years ago. Anyway, Great job! I can't wait to see the finished results. Good luck with your project. The nautical term for bedroom is "state room."
Just one question.....that light you covered with the Garmin GPS mount....you should probably look to see what it is because it could be vital
It tells you when the engine is on fire and the boat is sinking.
That light it's temperature warning light. When the engine(s) gets too hot it goes on with an alarm or buzzer.
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Great projects that definitely add to the boat’s beauty and value. I have to say that the styling of the boat is timeless. I definitely see what drew you to this craft. Two suggestions on the electronics add-ons. You might integrate a phone charging pad into your 3D printed mount what you do the final version. Two, you might add a small 2.1 class D amp board and a mini sub (e.g., 6” tang band) in a small enclosure. There are amp boards out there that love 24 volts input. Glad to make more detailed suggestions if you like. Let Parts Express be your guide. Cheers and stay safe!
"Diesels love oil like a sailor loves rum." Captain Ron
I subscribed one year ago because of the boat, then i got hooked in the hurricane series. Now I’m still here. These boat videos must be good for you reach
Never thought this would finally come out
The Columbia is THE most dangerous in the continental US... for sure. I recommend you take an experienced captain with you if your hell bent on crossing the bar. Research it! It’s no cake walk if weather or tides are not right for crossing... Take time to go through the Marine Museum in Astoria... its fantastic. Prayers for you Mom & Dad’s home! I’m a former Oregonian living in Florida for the past 50 years... Your site is one of my Fav’s....
“I don’t wanna cut holes in the boat”
Proceeds to cut holes in the boat
Those upgrades really made a hug difference, oh and the hours of polishing 2, excellent job!!!
say it with me chris "ox" "ih" "day" "shun" :)
ox-i-di-da-shun
Hey Chris, the best i found to clean the floors of my boat is "Super clean" which is in a purple countainer, perfect for greas stains especially
Say it with me B... "Ox-i-da-tion"! Been waiting for the B is for Boat episode!
Thank god I wasn’t the only one that noticed this. Oxidization was driving me crazy.
They are actually both correct in this but the more common usage is "oxidation" . My father in-law says "oxidization" and when I corrected him he corrected me. Lol. It just doesn't sound right though. *** See a very similar conversation below**
J Jackson Only one is correct and it’s pronounced Oxidation because that’s how it’s spelled. “ aak suh dei shn “ is the pronunciation from the dictionary.
@@rileysgarages Noun. 1. oxidization - the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction.
Noun: 1. oxidation the process or result of oxidizing or being oxidized. But I will use the same logic as you...
Its this one and it's pronounced Oxidization
ox·i·di·za·tion [ok-si-duh-zey-shuhn]. The dictionary says so.
@RODZILLA say it with me "ep-i-sode"!
Fun little tidbit. Those engines are also in the AAV that I operated in the military. Lots of torque.
Love that you’re back on the boat... unless you have a beast magnet in the 3D printed garmin stand, your phone is going to go flying.
Love that you guys finally came back to the boat. Can't wait to see more boat videos!
I'm so hyped ive been waiting on another B is for boat episode forever
This is the video I’ve been coming back to and checking if you posted more about your boat
Looking forward to the next episode 2 years from now!
Great work. 3D printed housing turned out fantastic and those rehabbed light fixtures (while a little dated) did too.
Yes! I've been waiting on the boat update.
DOOOOOOOOOOD!!!!!!!!!! You have a Tom Neilson surfboard! He's a local FL shaper. That's so awesome!
YES! Needed this back.
Looke awsome!!!! Portland is such a beautiful city too! Prayers to everyone caught in the fires.
I've been waiting since last year 🥺
This is why I love UA-cam. I learn so much from the comments. Eventually, there's gonna be someone who is an expert. How else would we get an expert's related knowledge. Not sarcasm. Genuinely impressed.
Wooo! Can't wait for the next episode! B is for Bikinis!
Oscar in a bikini huh?
@@mrcolin
Chelsea's friends!!!
Finally get to see more of that boat ! I'm a bit jealous, that's a beautiful boat. Even for it's age it still looks great, has a timeless design to it. And a nice touch with the LED's. I wouldn't mind having one of those Riva Tropicana's when I get down to Florida someday.
I'm still waiting for the apocalypse race car
Very talented guys for sure...nothing they cannot do, impressed.
Been watching for this for a long ass time
Very good Chris, i was surprised by your respect and care for originality of gelcoat and dash gauges on this classic boat. It's a Riva, deserves a bit of modernization without touching the great design from Giorgio Barilani
I love how he said " thanks for being patient for another b is for bout episode " and it's been like a year now ...lol,😂🤔😬
Number one the you guys should look at is the bilge pumps and the wiring that goes to them. If any of it is bad I would recommend just upgrading them anyways. The more water they can take out the better for a leak.
Dude I have been waiting for this!!!!
Riva makes some of the coolest boats out there. Even their 30 year old stuff still looks nice. Love these boat vids. Can't wait to see the trip. Be careful.
FINALLY YOU SAID YOU WOULD HAVE ANOTHER OF THESE AFTER A MONTH
B IS FOR BOAT IS BACK! FINALLY! Literally got so hyped with the first episode then nothing came after.
If this is anything like the other builds, I can't wait until this becomes the newest man-made reef.
Love the boat video Chris! Excited to see you 3d printing as well! Tbh, I would just sand and paint that mount... maybe try to match the lighter color of the helm. I'd be worried it may not like outside heat; especially being black.
Love the B is for Boat Content!
Should consider using Collinite wax. Probably the longest-lasting budget wax I have used I use the "476" for my cars and it lasts through Chicago winters!. I also used the Yellow-Wax in the past as well, and although it does give an awesome result, it doesn't last, in my experience 2 weeks is what it takes for it.
Collinite lasts long but doesn't make your paint look like it's dripping off the car. BUT! You can topcoat it, with a "non-cleaning" wax! I top it with Meguiars mirror glaze, as it has no cleaning agents, however, it goes away on the first rainfall, so probably not the best for a boat.
I’ve been waiting for this for a while
The hat look containers on top of the valve covers could be air/ oil separator if thats the case they need the negative pressure from the turbos to operate so u might want to pull them apart and do a good cleaning
Dude you're adding an extra syllable. It's just oxidation. You keep saying oxi-ti-zation. Lol.
It's really bugging me 😂
I think he is saying "oxidisation", which is correct and has the same meaning as oxidation...
@@Rocky19011 Oxidisation typically refers to the process, whereas oxidation refers to the result. They are technically interchangeable, but it's more common to use them in the aforementioned order.
Huh. Well you learn something new everyday. I've never heard anyone say oxidisation before. Either way the way he was saying it made it seem unintentional.
Joel Dazey but he wasn’t referring to the process he was referring to the end product so they weren’t interchangeable.
Aquabuff for heavy oxidation, Shurhold Buff Magic for lighter oxidation, seal it with Shurhold Pro Polish (better than wax, it's a polymer). You'll want to use something formulated for gelcoat rather than paint products as you want to replenish the oils in the gelcoat to restore the deep colors. A DA won't get you the heat you need to really work the gel coat you'll want to use a variable speed rotary polisher.
Oxi-dation
Oxi-did-dation....lol
Should look into getting some used JL speakers for the deck. They sound so good. 4 6.6s and 2 8.8s plus a 10 inch sub-woofer would be perfect.
I’ve been waiting for this for too long.........
Vaseline is the trick for electrical connections on boats (and cars as well). A small dab on cleaned connection spades prevents oxidation for decades.
Everyone who remembers the old boat videos 👍
This is one of my favourite shows ,, Iv learnt so much from this series ,, I find this tremendously inspiring
"I guess Fall Out Boy is on." Brandon Urie would be ashamed
Those JVC headunits and the speakers look clean man - also the other stuff you did - I love the new style and what you're doing to the Boat!
Stay safe, my thoughts and prayers to anyone affected by the fires!
You could really use that “not needed” radar you removed now huh?
I was thinkin that when he was goin thru the SMOKE ALL THE WAY FOR HOURS AND HOURS out to the Columbia BAR for the boats FIRST REAL TEST.... sigh......
Im so so so happy this is back!! Been waiting a year to finally see it again
Those engines look like Cummins 903’s which are V-8’s.
Very good engines., need real marine diesel mechanics. Probably the tank if full of crap. He need a real marine team right there to avoid issues on a old boat like this one.
eloyex They were Ok engines at best. Not very well liked in the bus and truck world, the Bradley uses 600HP-700HP versions, in trucks they were 270HP- 330HP or so. The 903 was Cummins answer to the very popular Detroit Diesel 8V-71 which was a excellent engine and used in many applications except the Bradley.
So happy you are doing the boat build!
Yay! B is for Boat!
Finally i was waiting for another boat video
Chris: Portland looks like it’s in chaos.
Me: Because it is. Haha
You don't always want to use two anchors, actually very rarely, but if you do use the second one, you should use 2 to 3 times more chain and you should have a longer anchor line.
Hopefully Oscar is on board to save Chris's ass when he's too drunk to pilot the boat.
That should be a fun trip man. Been wanting to do the same thing from STL to NO. Have fun and be safe
You have to know that your anchor is going to rust quickly and so is the chain.
He painted it tho, should have used bed liner
Cool boat, glad to see you keep it all original.
39 seconds later....yeahhhh
chris you got really good welding cutting..basically you got got at manufacturing stuff. you got really good.