One Design Problem Is Limiting Our Entire Boat: The Dinghy Dilemma
In their latest video, Jason and Nikki Wynn delve into a pressing issue that’s been holding back their sailing adventures: the design limitations of their dinghy storage. What seems like a simple problem has far-reaching implications for their entire boat setup.
From their exploration yacht, the duo outlines the challenges they face with the current storage solutions, including a manual tender crane and stern davits, both of which fail to meet their needs. Until this design flaw is addressed, their plans for upgrading their tender, paddleboards, kayaks, and even bikes remain on hold.
The Wynns take viewers behind the scenes as they evaluate their options, sharing insights about safe working loads, the need for a bigger tender, and their dream davit setup. With curiosity as their guide, they explore potential solutions while highlighting the importance of proper engineering in this critical area of their boating experience.
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When I saw the first video on this boat, I thought you would have problems, because I have used a boat with the exact same issue/layout.
Being stuck in the middle of open water between the USA and Canada with a stuck boat halfway up, listing the boat, and a storm coming was not fun.
Got out of the problem that day by using a manual winch. Switched to a different boat at first opportunity.
But he put in the extreme bottom cleaner?? Unfinished??
Nerds! 😂
Please reflect on the fact that this is strictly a rich person problem.
You guys make mole hills mountains. Instead of enjoying what you have. GO BEFORE YOUR TO OLD TO ENJOY!!!
Evidently you didn’t think things through before you bought this boat.
Just drop in to Brisbane Australia where Delos 2.0 Brian can do a bit of welding ha ha ha. Best of British to you
Wouldn't you want to keep the "crane" to use for a flopper stopper. Zero energy use.
Put boat trailer winch on your crane to lift your dinghy
New motorized telescoping crane- new dingy parallel to solar panels
I hope you guys enjoyed your time in Poole. We feel very lucky to live here! Please come back again 😊
blue chew will help getting it up
10:27 I’d consider a prop guard on that electric motor when stored
"Not completely thought through" is an understatement of the decade.
KM boats holland would be my choice, but it'll cost ya. they might do a deal for publicity. probably the best aluminium boat builders in Europe, although there's probably a dozen equally as good in holland that I don't know of…….
Davits, a design feature? What else is just a design feature?
so the crane needs 2 winches? one for the lower part and one for the top? just install it right? electric is what you wanted?
56 here Jason, I can relate. Look forward to seeing your solution to the tender issue.
I hope your bikes are made of stainless steel with 100% sealed bearings…..salt air plays real havoc with them
Couldn't you just tow the dingy behind?
Guys why don't you buy a foldable dinghy I mean the one which you can fill air inside it comes with it's engine motor
Sorry, but that looks very unprofessional and inexperienced. The shackle on the top eye of the crane is missing, so you can't properly secure the pulley and the crane can't lower sufficiently (gives more space between the ship and the tender). The purple lines need to be much shorter so the tender can be lifted higher. Furthermore, I would keep the tender permanently attached to the crane so that in an emergency, the tender is quickly in the water. And yes, if I were you, I wouldn't try to live up to my name and make these stupid videos. Just ask the previous owner or builder how this is supposed to work.
Top crane: Electric winch on tender lift, hydraulic ram in arm tilt.. boats fully capable of implementing this, add a Wireless four button RF remote.
Bottom davits: cheap/easy extend the arms even make the telescopic, as you say 2 braided ATV winches, again RF remote easy.. your not talking 1000’s both winches and remote/cabling $500usd
A crane without wrenches = a person without mind
Another terrifically engineered video. Thank you so much. Best of luck in this week's endeavors. 👍
Ive sailed around the world. Every boat company cuts corners as you’ve learned. They wont supply detailed information about structural entegrity because they cut corners. Thickness of coachhouse sheeting, structural supports and weld thicknesses. Everything to sell their yachts at a cheaper price. Before buying a boat I would first look at the stuctural designs and take it a reputal Naval Architect and have it reviewed before considering it. Cheers
I think you people bitch about every thing . You bought the boat it’s your fault fore not knowing
There are a few marine engineering company’s just down the coast from you in Brixham, South Devon may be worth reaching out to see if they can cater for your needs… plus it’s a nice place to visit with a huge harbour, and Francis Drakes Golden Hind is moored there too..
ciao, montare un ulteriore bozzello in modo da moltiplicare la forza traente e ridurre la forza di tiro..
Yawn
Just like with the HH, the only thing limiting this vessel is those two aboard
Half of your trouble is lack of deckspace created by bad planning placement of solarpanels in the worst possible position and cluttering up with bikes and boats , the other half is not checking specs before you decided to buy. Store your gear more efficient and get a better crane .
what about a lighter tender, like the OC Tender ?
thats a sleek looking electric outboard on your dinghy. Will u be reviewing it sometime soon ?
Fun fact Pratly Putties multi tonn Bulldozer is still haning from the same origenal Putty today… (If they did not take it down since I saw it a few years ago). As long as that glue Is trusted I don't think that you should be worried about if its glued or welded. If its non Structural.
Guys hope you sort out your tender problems. As a person who has plied these waters both professionally and for fun, might I suggest a passage to the Channel Islands. These islands are both beautiful and have much history Only part of the UK to be occupied in WW2 and great anchorages. after this week when the school holidays finish the Harbours will be more quiet. the West Country is a great choice and Ireland is stunning.
Hi guys, we’ve seen your boat a few times now in Poole and the Solent, you looked busy each time, so we didn’t disturb you. Back to dingy storage, it’s got to be worth a look at a hydraulic platform (maybe the costs rule this out be for you start) there seem to be a number of manufactures around now so maybe one of them would like to help you out!! It would make a great video. A platform would help with diving, access to the dock and great dingy storage. Good luck with whatever you decide on.😃
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