Sea Cowboy Episode 11 - Restoring yacht damaged by Hurricane Ian - The cleaning begins
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- In this episode we begin the cleaning process before beginning any repairs. Hurricane Ian severely damaged our 1999 Beneteau 411 and we are slowly picking up the pieces so we can sail around the world, and one day, realize our dreams. Come along with us for this journey.
Great stuff, one step at a time and getting stuck into the inside will show quick tangible results and lift the spirits. Safety always comes first, so it's good to see you removal stuff from the deck.
RIghty tighty lefty loosey. Paul, you have quite the bedroom voice. You were born with the pipes to tell stories people want to listen to. I think I'll be listening regularly when I need to chill out because your voice puts me at ease. Keep up the great work!
So cool. Thanks.
This is So inspiring. Thank You for filming these videos of the repairs.
Thank you very much. Glad you like them!
Nice boat. I like the floor plan.👍
Thanks 👍
Keep it up ... a little at a time gets the job done. The boom and the boom vang look good, so that's a win!!! As you clear away all of the debris on deck it will become less chaotic to look at, and you will begin to impose some order .... the progress will follow!!! Clearing out all of the upholstered items down below will help get rid of the mildew small that you mentioned last episode -- give it all a good airing out while you clean and disinfect the interior.
Thanks! Will do! Hoping to head out tomorrow to make more progress
Great to see your enthusiasm guy's i wish you all the luck possible to get your dreams back
Thanks so much!
My gulfstar was also badly damaged in ian. I was located near your boat for months while I worked. Buy a cheap ac unit at home depot and install in companion way. Will make it more comfortable and remove alot of moisture. Can always sell it to another boater later
Thanks. How is your boat now?
"....I will pimp myself..."😂.. keep your heads up, every little bit gets you closer.
Lol
Yeah it’s a mess but y’all got this !!!
Thanks Joanne!
Just a thought! If it were me, I'd be stripping all the fittings from your broken mast and then go looking for a replacement. I'm sure there must have been boats totalled that didn't have mast damage? Ideally from the same boat however a larger mast could easily be cut down to size. The reuse all your fittings. Good luck!!
You read my mind.
You could buy a rechargeable battery fan ( or two) at Home Depot or Lowe’s. Could be a life saver. Sandra has the right idea… 1/2 hr work then cool down and hydrate.
Best wishes, be strong.
100% Thanks for the well wishes.
Let me first say this I have no experience judging damage to a boat. With that being said I have yet to see and holes in the hull that are not supposed to be there. Looks like a little cracking in the gelcoat around where your davits attach and that might indicate some fiberglass damage but that is repairable. The single biggest win for you so far is that there doesn't appear to be any leaks or water damage. Keep moving forward and she will be back in the water before you know it. Yes there are going to be some costly replacements in your future, but that will still be cheaper than buying a whole other boat.
Fair winds and following seas to you, and may it get cooler soon as well.
Thanks. I think with some time, effort, and $$$ the boat can be saved and sailed anywhere. We are enjoying the process and will have it completed in the next six months I hope.
How did you go about finding and purchasing a Hurricane damaged boat?
I owned it before the hurricane. The eye of Hurricane Ian sat on top of my boat for about an hour. Now I have the pleasure of bringing it back to life.
@@TheSeacowboy I would love to talk more with you offline about the repair process. My wife and I are looking at storm damaged boat and any insight you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
@@daniellibby3849 Sounds great. I am happy to share. My first and most basic insight is boats that pass a survey, even brand new boats can have issues that require time and treasure. If I didn't owe money on this boat, I may not endeavor to complete this project. I know every boat is different, but just keep in mind, boats in "great shape" may still need attention. Reach out any time.