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Killin’ Weevils and Preserving Food with CO2!

Two years ago we started storing and preserving all our dry goods in carbon dioxide. Here's an update, and a test about whether it kills the creepy-crawlies inside of rice and other foods. Watch our other videos: Preserving Food with C02: The carbonator we built for $150: Have questions or...

Sep 18, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:16

How to Build the Best VHF RADIO [Capable Cruising Guides]

This week we are going to talk about what makes a marine VHF work extra well, and what causes them to sometimes, well, suck. Introduction [00:00] Why it Matters [01:16] Supply Power [05:18] Choose a Radio [09:01] Coax Cable [11:32] Antenna [17:53] Final Numb...

Sep 04, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:37:21

A HURRICANE is Coming. What do we do? [Capable Cruising Guides]

We just had the first hurricane of the season come by our island. Thought we would let you in on our thought process for preparing for and dealing with hurricanes. Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our channel. ----------- LINKS TO PRO...

Jul 10, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:36

Adding DINGHY WHEELS to your boat [Capable Cruising Guides]

Today, we are installing wheels on our dinghy. Why? Clark explains some reasons they are useful. These are Wheel-A-Weigh Extra Duty wheels from Davis Instruments. Clark bought some similar wheels from Davis Instruments 20 years ago, and they are still in great condition. Special thanks to Davis In...

Jul 03, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:10:31

DINGHY Bottom Cleaning [Capable Cruising Guides]

After 3 months, our dinghy is VERY dirty. Here's what it was like to scrape it all off. See all the products we used to improve our aluminum dinghy here: Have questions or comments? Leave them below! We do our best to read and answer all comments on our channel. ----------- LINKS TO PRODUC...

Jul 03, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:09:22

Battery-Powered AIR CONDITIONING on a Sailboat [Capable Cruising Guides]

*** I made a mistake in this video. I say it's running at 2000 BTUs and can be turned up from there. It's actually producing 4000BTUs and can be turned up over 5000 Power numbers are correct of course so it's twice as efficient.*** Today's long-awaited video takes a look at ...

Jun 05, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:23:45

Restoring Old Wooden OARS with Epoxy [Capable Cruising Guides]

Today, Emily shows you some basics of epoxy by repairing and refinishing our old wooden oars. IN THIS VIDEO: Introduction: [00:19] Tools Needed: [00:46] Prep: [01:26] Mixing Epoxy: [02:26] Thicken Epoxy: [03:57] Dry-Fitting [04:38] Spreading Epoxy: [04:54] Clamping: [07:02] Fill Cracks & Seams...

May 15, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:45

Recharge a Boat REFRIGERATOR [Capable Cruising Guides]

Want to know how to recharge your refrigerator yourself? It's really not that difficult. In this video we take you through the process of making sure you have just the right amount of refrigerant in your system. This is the third and final part in our mini series on how refrigeration works. ...

May 08, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:28

Fixing Our Boat’s REFRIGERATOR [Capable Cruising Guides]

Last week, Clark talked about how refrigeration works. This week join us as he tears into our boat's leaky fridge to fix a leak. IN THIS VIDEO: -Introduction [00:00] -Fixing a Fridge [01:04] -Evaporator [02:00] -Compressor Sled [03:00] -Looking for Leak [05:10] -Pull the Sled [06:46] -Parts ...

May 01, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:30:41

Easy SPLICING: How to do a Brummel Splice around a Shackle [Capable Cruising]

Expert rope work is the hallmark of a competent sailor. Knots will get you through, but there's nothing like being able to splice your own lines to make you feel like a true sailor. Burying the tail of parallel-core, double-braid line can be quite a challenge. But putting a good splice in s...

Apr 03, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:16:26

Learn 5 KNOTS for Sailing [Capable Cruising Guides]

Emily breaks down the 5 knots we used aboard our antique sailboat, including a couple that most sailors have never heard of. Learn why we chose these ones, and when to use them. Grab some rope or line, and practice along with slow-motion clips! IN THIS EPISODE Intro [00:00] Jobs that require knots ...

Mar 06, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:00

Finishing the MAINSAIL [Capable Cruising Guides]

Today, we take a look at the quality of our new mainsail. Then we head to the boatyard to refurbish our old battens and work on a couple of side projects before returning to Temptress and wrapping up this project! Note: This is the third and final part of this series. To see the whole series, use ...

Feb 20, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:36

Installing our Made-in-China MAINSAIL [Capable Cruising Guides]

Our mainsail was cut to ribbons in July after getting blasted with a 50k squall. In this video we bend on our new mainsail. We were very concerned about whether it would fit or not. After all sending it back to Hong Kong from the Dominican Republic would be difficult in the extreme. To avoid iss...

Feb 13, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:11:44

Buying a MAINSAIL From China? [Capable Cruising Guides]

Our mainsail was cut to ribbons in July after getting blasted with a 50k squall. When we arrived in Luperon, we measured our main and ordered a new one from China. In this video, we unbox it to take a look at the workmanship, take off the old sail, and prep the boom and sail cover. To avoid issues ...

Feb 06, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:10

Adding LEAD to your LITHIUM battery bank [Capable Cruising Guides]

We live aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we (Emily and Clark) fix almost everything ourselves. Today's Capable Cruising Guide video is a follow-up from last week, when we talked about adding Lithium to a Lead battery system. This week, we talk about why everyone should have Lead in...

Jan 16, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:17:13

Adding LITHIUM to your LEAD battery bank [Capable Cruising Guides]

We live aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we (Emily and Clark) fix almost everything ourselves. Today's Capable Cruising Guide video is all about Lead vs. Lithium Batteries—how they work, how to combine them, and how not to screw it up! This is a boat hack that the Lithium salespeop...

Jan 09, 2021
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:21:28

How to Fix an ENGINE STARTER (with Friends) [Capable Cruising Guides]

How many sailors does it take to fix an engine starter? Today, we find out when Clark (a retired computer programmer) visits Steve (a master diver) along with Conrad (a former blacksmith). Combining their brains, brawn, and their collection of tools, they try to get Steve's engine going again, ...

Dec 05, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:43:51

LIGHTNING Hits Boats. Here’s How to Deal With It [Capable Cruising Guides]

We live aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we (Emily and Clark) fix almost everything ourselves. Today's Capable Cruising Guide video is all about Lightning—how it works, why it hits boats (even those without masts), and how to protect yourself. WHAT’S IN THIS VIDEO: What is it? [0...

Nov 28, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:24:58

How to Clean and Rebuild a WINCH [Capable Cruising Guides]

We live aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we (Emily and Clark) fix almost everything ourselves. Today, Clark was going to teach Emily how to clean a winch, but then a neighbor’s refrigerator broke, and he went to help them. So Emily figured it out herself. In this video, she takes apart ...

Nov 14, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:18:21

Faster OUTBOARD for $35!!! Easy Hack [Capable Cruising Guides]

We live aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we (Emily and Clark) fix almost everything ourselves. Our past 2-stroke and 4-stoke repair videos were a hit, so here’s another outboard tip for you today. This is an easy trick that we’ve shared with half a dozen friends already this season. It’...

Oct 24, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:07:14

Fixing a 4-STROKE OUTBOARD Motor [Capable Cruising Guides]

Welcome aboard our antique sailboat, Temptress, where we usually fix everything ourselves. After our 2-stroke motor repair video, many of you asked for a 4-stroke video. So here it is. This week, our friends Dale and Kris (on the sailboat Sixth Girl) developed a problem with their 4-stroke outboard...

Oct 03, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:43:46

Our MAINSAIL is Shredded…Now What? [Capable Cruising Guides]

Our mainsail was cut to ribbons in July after getting blasted with a 50k squall. We've been avoiding this day for a while, but it's time to raise it up, evaluate the situation, and take measurements for a new mainsail, so we can keep traveling. IN THIS VIDEO: Introduction [00:00] What ha...

Sep 19, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:14:44

Boat DIESEL ENGINE Hacks & Oil Change [Capable Cruising]

Clark gives an overview of our Yanmar 4JH5E diesel inboard engine, including its benefits, parts, and basic maintenance (including a step-by-step oil change). Clark also includes a few more diesel hacks, including an inexpensive fuel filtering system that has saved us a lot of money on fuel filters,...

Apr 22, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:31:14

How to Change Oil in a 4-STROKE OUTBOARD [Capable Cruising Guides]

Clark gives a quick, easy, straightforward "How to Change Your Oil" demonstration on our 4-stroke, Suzuki DF20 outboard. This is how we change the oil on our Suzuki, but it's the same steps for Tohatsu, Yamaha, Mercury, or other 4-stroke outboards. (Just note that not all models have ...

Mar 28, 2020
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:13:12

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