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Zero_to_Floating
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A variety of videos showing various stages of boat repairs, restorations, etc. Includes videos of all aspects of boat repair - including replacement of rotten transoms and stringers, fiberglass work, painting, building new interiors, engine and carburetor rebuilding, etc.
I will eventually include other types of DIY (Do It Yourself) videos as well (not necessarily boat related).
I have two vintage Sea Rays that were both completely rotten when I bought them.
One is a 1969 SRV185 that is finished now. It runs, looks like new, and I'm happy with how it turned out.
The other boat is a 1974 SRV240 that I started rebuilding in the spring of 2018. It is a 24' cabin cruiser that was completely rotten (except for the fibreglass hull which was actually in pretty good condition). It has been completely gutted, and everything inside the hull is in the process of being rebuilt.
I am an all around "do it yourself kind" of person, and am trying to share some of my techniques with the world.
I will eventually include other types of DIY (Do It Yourself) videos as well (not necessarily boat related).
I have two vintage Sea Rays that were both completely rotten when I bought them.
One is a 1969 SRV185 that is finished now. It runs, looks like new, and I'm happy with how it turned out.
The other boat is a 1974 SRV240 that I started rebuilding in the spring of 2018. It is a 24' cabin cruiser that was completely rotten (except for the fibreglass hull which was actually in pretty good condition). It has been completely gutted, and everything inside the hull is in the process of being rebuilt.
I am an all around "do it yourself kind" of person, and am trying to share some of my techniques with the world.
Part 21 - Boat Window Replacement - Canvas Boat top with old cracked windows
After a VERY long break from this channel, I'm back. Starting with replacing the dried out, cracking vinyl windows in my canvas boat top. Sometimes referred to as "Eisenglass", it's not all that difficult to replace - and I show how I do it in this video. The sewing machine that I use is a vintage Singer 15-91 gear drive unit, using a leather needle to punch through the window vinyl.
I also give a short update on some other plans for the boat (including possible plans for an engine/drive upgrade), and a quick "life update" of why I've been away so long!
See the first episode of this boat rebuild project here: ua-cam.com/video/n_0qHZkqErw/v-deo.html&t
Full playlist here: ua-cam.com/video/n_0qHZkqErw/v-deo.html&list=PLbBYuqT-S6kmeyYhP8b5uj9ZnP2GnedAc
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Music from UA-cam Audio Library.
Video editing using DaVinci Resolve. Video recorded with a Sony A7ii and a DJI Osmo Pocket. Audio recorded with a Zoom F2.
Audio processed with some Waves plugins - get yours here: www.waves.com/r/c5ufkw
I also give a short update on some other plans for the boat (including possible plans for an engine/drive upgrade), and a quick "life update" of why I've been away so long!
See the first episode of this boat rebuild project here: ua-cam.com/video/n_0qHZkqErw/v-deo.html&t
Full playlist here: ua-cam.com/video/n_0qHZkqErw/v-deo.html&list=PLbBYuqT-S6kmeyYhP8b5uj9ZnP2GnedAc
Click the “like” button if you are interested in this at all, and subscribe to see more.
Music from UA-cam Audio Library.
Video editing using DaVinci Resolve. Video recorded with a Sony A7ii and a DJI Osmo Pocket. Audio recorded with a Zoom F2.
Audio processed with some Waves plugins - get yours here: www.waves.com/r/c5ufkw
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Part 20 - Topside Painting and an Air Horn - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Another update on my progress of the full rebuild of my Sea Ray... I painted the upper (white) parts of the boat with Interlux Brightside one part Polyurethane, and installed the new air horn. I give an overview of what I did for the painting, discuss the horn installation, and also show the new Android audio head unit I received and what I’m thinking of doing with it. This is the 20th video in...
Part 19 - More Wiring, Planning, Ventilation and Updates - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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This video is a quick update of what I’ve managed to accomplish since the last video, and an update of some of my plans inside the boat. I work on more of the 12 volt wiring in the cabin - but first take a break to solve an ongoing issue with disappearing tools and parts. I discuss my plans for ventilation of the cabin - and of the cabinets as well. This is part of an ongoing video series about...
Part 18 - Galley Cabinets, Fuse Panels, Wires & LED Lights - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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I start installing the galley cabinet once I get the various cabinet parts stained and then sealed with polyurethane. I then shift to working on the 12 volt cabin wiring before I install the upper cabinetwork and other parts, to make the wire runs easier to do. I get the main fuse panel and ground terminal block installed. Then I also get some of the LED cabin lighting in and discuss how the ca...
Power Tool Basics - For Fibreglass Boat Rebuilding
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This is an overview of the basic power tools that I think are essential for re-building a fiberglass boat, and at what stages of the restoration project I would use each tool. I have a lot of tools, and sometimes I get asked by others "what tools should I buy?" as well as other requests for advice on which tools they need. Here are the basics, and although I own and use a lot of other tools, th...
Part 17 - Boat Headliner - Covering the Seams & Sewing - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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This time around I show how I cover up the cut edges and joints in the foam backed vinyl hull liner I installed in my boat rebuild project in my previous video. I also show the sewing machine I bought during my previous boat project. It’s a 1954 Singer 15-91 gear driven sewing machine. I show the basic controls, and how it works. It's a great, affordable sewing machine for working with vinyl, c...
Part 16 - Installing Foam Backed Vinyl Headliner - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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I finally get to the installation of the foam backed vinyl hull liner (or headliner) in my fiberglass boat using a spray type contact adhesive. I consulted whatever "how to" videos I could find, and then tackled the project. Everything doesn’t go as well as I had hoped, but it’s up there and not falling down!. I have some issues, lots of wrinkles, but it’s still more progress in the rebuild of ...
Saab 9-5 Fuel Pump Replacement
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I had to change the electric in-tank fuel pump on my Saab 9-5, so I decided to record some video of the process. Something a bit different from my usual videos. Had to take a break from the boat rebuild to get my car going! This was done on a 2001 9-5, but the process is the same on all years up to (and including) 2005 with a 2.3L engine. Later models don't have the under-seat access panel - so...
Part 15 - Plugging Holes, Staining wood, and more… 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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This time it’s a bit of a shorter video as I deal with any possible water leaks from above into the cabin of the boat. Then I do a bit more finishing and work on parts of the cabinetwork. Just a little more progress on this never-ending project! See the episode where I remove the rotted transom and stringers here: ua-cam.com/video/UcDtxUo0e-g/v-deo.html See the first episode of this boat rebuil...
Part 14 - Electrical Planning (12 volt) & Cabinet Doors - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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This week I am planning the location of 12 volt fuse/electrical panels, doing trimming and modifications to my cabinets, installing doors, and just figuring things out as I go in my latest episode in my ongoing full rebuild of a formerly completely rotted boat. Trying to get ready to install the hull liner/headliner. See the first episode of this boat rebuild project here: ua-cam.com/video/n_0q...
Part 13 - Interior Panels - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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This is the latest episode in my ongoing full rebuild of a formerly completely rotted boat. This week I am planning and cutting some of the plywood panels for the interior of the cabin, getting ready (once the weather gets warmer - it was snowing again today) to install the foam backed vinyl hull liner. I continue where I left off last time after creating the new Galley cabinets. This time I lo...
Channel Introduction - Why did I start a DIY YouTube Channel?
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A short introduction/overview of this channel - and what inspired me to start it in the first place! What can you expect from this channel? I was encouraged to start this channel by a guy I was working with a few years ago, as a place to share some of what I am doing, and how I do it. I grew up with a dad who is the ultimate Do It Yourself kind of guy. Built his own house, fixed and restored hi...
Part 12 - Galley Cabinet Part Two - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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In this video I continue where I left off previously. This time I start creating the upper part of the Galley cabinet work. It’s always a creative process, engineering on the fly, trying to fit cabinets and storage in a space that isn’t square, straight, or symmetrical. I also start planning for a location for my shore power electrical panel. View part one of of the Galley Cabinet build here: u...
Part 11 - Galley Cabinet Part One - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Planning, designing, measuring, cutting, and test fitting the bottom part of the galley cabinet. Finding “vertical” in a space that isn’t level or square. Planning location of alcohol/electric stovetop, dual voltage fridge, sink, and faucet. This is progress! The stove is a used Kenyon alcohol/electric stove intended for marine use. The fridge is a dual voltage 110V/12V Norcold refrigerator I f...
Part 10 - Cabin Interior Prep (Cleaning up the Mess) - 1974 Sea Ray SRV240 Weekender Rebuild
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Part 10 - Cabin Interior Prep (Cleaning up the Mess) - 1974 Sea Ray SRV240 Weekender Rebuild
Part 9 - Starting on the Interior - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 9 - Starting on the Interior - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 8 - The Floor is In! - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 8 - The Floor is In! - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 7 (& 10) - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Engine Build x 2
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Part 7 (& 10) - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Engine Build x 2
Part 7 - Fibreglass Basics - Glassing stringers - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 7 - Fibreglass Basics - Glassing stringers - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 6 - Painting the Boat - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 6 - Painting the Boat - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 5 - Teak, Steps, Tanks (and more) - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 5 - Teak, Steps, Tanks (and more) - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 4 - Priming the Hull and Stripping the Platform - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 4 - Priming the Hull and Stripping the Platform - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 3 - New Transom & Stringers - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 3 - New Transom & Stringers - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 2 - Rotten Transom and Stringer Removal - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 2 - Rotten Transom and Stringer Removal - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 1 - Introduction - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
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Part 1 - Introduction - 1974 Sea Ray SRV 240 Weekender Re-build
Part 9 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Engine Cover
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Part 9 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Engine Cover
Part 8 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - New Interior for the Boat
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Part 8 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - New Interior for the Boat
Part 6 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Instrument Panel, Trim & Wiring
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Part 6 - 1969 Sea Ray SRV185 - Instrument Panel, Trim & Wiring
Rochester 2 Jet Disassembly and Cleaning
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Rochester 2 Jet Disassembly and Cleaning
SeaDoo GTS Mikuni Carb Re-assembly (Part 2)
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SeaDoo GTS Mikuni Carb Re-assembly (Part 2)
Mahalo brother for this honest video of the challenges you overcame to complete the install. Really appreciate you making this video!
Find me a video that's right to the point and it's actually really useful great job. I'm doing one of my son's car. I've done these before but I thought I'd review it anyway. Nowadays they sell the whole housing so you don't have to just replace the pump portion and because the cars are over 20 years old that makes sense just to get rid of that old plastic anyway. Like you say, the plastic is brutal and pulling out the lines. I've had things break and crack so great idea to be super careful
I'm currently redoing the interior on a '77 220 Cuddy. Have been picking through your videos and haven't found much about the flotation foam. Did you pour in new foam? I've been trying to determine if Searay engineered these so that the foam was part of the structural integrity of the boat, since the stringer/floor support system don't appear to be designed, or built, with that intent.
Excellent video. Only complaint is you didn't show the actual removal of the assembly. It appears that your lines are oriented the same as mine. The angled relief in the lower tub does not seem to be providing clearance for one of the lines coming off of that T. Just going to cut it, I think...
Thanks for the video, giving me an idea what I have to do with my boat.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I appreciate the depth you went into. I'm about to try the same, using a Walbro GSS341, which I discovered via Trionicseven (UA-cam SAAB guy). @TrionicSeven
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They make a carpet.like.material as in a car trunk it will conform to concave curves and bumps its called a headliner material carpet.like
Im in the processes of redoing my boat windows (7) I like your approach 32 Carver I love old boats, better made I think. Great video, thanks
Do you by chance know what the factory wire color code is? I have a 69 srv170 I’m re doing and the main pigtail is still in tact, so now I’m doing the gauges and cleaning all the wiring up but can’t find anything online as to what the color codes are
Thank you for sharing
Wow dude your a beast for taking this on !
I would rub the good parts off in it and then took it to the dump as a dumpster and look for another boat but I guess whatever floats your boat nice job
I'm about to get one of these for free, which parts should I pull? Has to 6 cylinder engines etc
Also would like to mention, I LOVE that there people out here still making instructional content on these older machines that are still running around but its hard to fine people who still work on them. So a lot of us end up finding good deals on these 90's early 2000's jetski's that need some work, and we can rely on people like you who know how to work on them! <3
Probably one of the best break downs I've seen. Good Picture cuts/highlights. As a fellow Mechanic (Auto, Not Watercraft) I wanna say this was very helpful! and love the organization and thoroughness of this procedure! Well done! :)
Hey buddy can’t wait to see some more pics n vids, where you out of? I’m working on my favorite body line boat right now 79 240sv she’s being sanded down now, putting a 350 murc out of my Larson in it
I’m in southern Ontario. Just north of Toronto.
Hey I’m happy to see you back, I have a 1979 srv240 I’m rebuilding I spend hours looking at hills, I just can’t find a nice looking boat imo can’t wait to get where yours is
It’s been a lot of work - and it’s taken way too long - but life happens. I’ve been sorting through all of the parts I pulled out to rebuild the boat, and am gradually getting ready to start getting them put back in. Hoping to record another update video this week.
It is not restoring - it is more like building a new boat. . Cost the same as new boat or more probably.
It's not free - or super cheap - that's for sure, but the materials cost is nowhere near to what a new boat would be. I wouldn't be able to afford the cost of a new boat... If I had to pay somebody to do the work for me, that would be a different situation (or if I put an actual dollar value on my time). It simply wouldn't be worth it.
Welcome back. Good to see you again. Sorry about your losses. I have a '78, 24' SeaRay Weekender. It didn't have the rot issues you had but is in need of complete upholstery, wiring, and some engine/outlive maintenance. Beautiful boats still alot of style. Your vids have been most useful and inspiring. Keep up the good work.
Thank you, and good luck with your project!
Hey mate start by saying hat off too the unbelievable amount amount of work you have put into the searay been watching a lot of your videos I would like to ask you a question I'm looking at buying a 1980 weekender same boat as you have just couple years newer think they are all the same hull design I want to make a trailer that will fit the hull shape the best and wondering if you know the measurements between the Chines from gunnel to the first outer chine and the inner chine
I'll try to measure.
Nice. Watched all 20. Can't wait for update. Will it float, or sink because of all that plywood you added. I would have done the same. Built to last
I didn’t add more plywood than what was there originally. Difference is that the new stuff is sealed better than the original. I am planning to get back at it in the next few weeks. The whole project got put on hold due to dealing/helping with aging parents… boat has been waiting for me under a tarp.
I wonder what plans you have for the portholes/windows? I do have a searay from that era and I would really like to replace those portholes with something new without having to deal with mayor fiber glass work for it. Thanks!!!
I removed the old plastic/cracked frames, bonded in wood supports on the inside, and created flush mounted windows using tinted lexan. Hopefully it was the right choice. The boat has been under a tarp waiting for me since the last video. Hoping to get back at it in a few weeks.
Hi, I discovered your channel recently… Great videos by the way
I was just curious what type of plywood you used for everything the transom stringers floor etc
I used exterior plywood. Nothing fancy. Many people will tell you that you need to use marine plywood. If I was building a wood boat, that would be true. As it is, the real difference between marine plywood and regular exterior plywood is the lack of voids in the marine ply - important in a wood boat, not an issue being the “core” in a glass boat. Both types of wood use waterproof glue, both will rot just as fast if left exposed to water.
You sure got yourself into one hell of a project, I commend your for your tenacity.
Thanks… although I haven’t done anything on it recently, the project isn’t dead. I had to deal with a lot of more urgent issues over the past couple of years - aging parents, etc. Planning to get back at it in the next few weeks.
I’m really missing your videos!
Thanks. I will be back at it soon. Life has taken some unexpected turns over the past couple of years.
One drawback to epoxy is that it is not U/V resistant. Used without a top coat to protect it it will start to break down in a year or two. So it is not a good coating for wood that is out of doors unless it is coated with a U/V resistant varnish or such for a clear finish. Like any clear finish it will require a lot of maintenance.
What wood do you use for your stringers. Could I use laminated marine ply that has a laminated side on both and just grind the laminate down so the poly resin will stick??
Hope your ok
I’m fine, the boat is sitting in the back yard with a tarp over it. Life has taken some unexpected turns over the past couple of years, but I am planning to get back at the boat work in the next few weeks. Once it warms up just a bit…
Where's are ya? Where's the boat?
Stupid 2006 three 2009 models makes you drop the tank due to a different size diameter hole. So stupid.
ton of applicable knowledge in here, thank you for sharing!
What is a deck ulll😂😂😂😂😂😜
The explanation through the whole video with the pictures and diagrams were great. Doing the work is just natural, but the explanation was done very well. Great video.
what a waste of time, you talked and talked and did not show any work being done
Very nice job! Looking forward to final reveal. GOD bless. JC
Why are all the part videos not on here?
Do you happen to know the size of those tiny gray hoses on carb? Just found a broken one on my ski.
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That was great video. Having done a few the plastic and lines get brittle for sure!!
Hope your having fun I just picked one up and trying to get something to reference it to. Good day from Sointula.
Hope all is well with you. I enjoyed your Sea Ray videos. Did you ever complete the project?
Life happened. Aging parents, had to deal with everything that accompanied that reality. The boat has been waiting under a tarp. Hoping to get back at it soon.
I just removed the interior of my Beneteau 323. I found it best to work with two people. We placed the pieces (cut from the prior forms) up several times and thought of the best approach so that once tacky... we were not having to move it around. Start on one side and move slowly back. Avoided the wrinkles this time..
Why use polyester? This is my first stringer replacement on a 1975 boat.
Why not? It's what they used to build the boat originally - and it costs a LOT less than using epoxy (especially with a project of this size). Nothing wrong with polyester resin if used properly, and surfaces are prepared properly.
I am currently redoing the stringers, mounts, and transom on my 1990 Cobia SS2250. I have decided to complete this project as a learning experience and have spend the last month on forums and UA-cam researching the information. You HANDS DOWN have the best and most informative videos on fiberglass boat repair.
Thanks. Good luck on the repairs! Hopefully this coming summer I can finally get around to finishing this project...
You should wear a mask working with rotten wood like that. You're breathing spores and who knows what else. I have a '77 SRV 240 flybridge, bought for a project. Plan on rebuilding the transom and changing to a higher horsepower outboard (will free up a lot of interior storage and be quieter - and more reliable). I don't have your kind of rot but I'm expecting a lot of work.
You're probably right about the mask - but I tend to get carried away with just trying to accomplish something and forget (until later). Good luck with the rebuild!
ive never seen somebody tab in the bottom side and leave a gap, interested to see a failure analysis of one that has been gapped and then impregnated from underneath and then capped....or put the mixture into your troff youre going to lay your stringer and squish your stringer into the go and then tab the outsides once its pushed into the place to ensure no voids, the way youre doing it looks like room for voids and errors if youre not careful
I watched this video sometime erlier but now a few monds later with another boat witch is completely misdone bij the previous owner i watched it again with more interest. And i listened better too this time. For a dutchie not always easy haha. But this is how i am going to di the stringers on my Phantom 21. Thank you for this explanation about the different kinds of resin. I did a small boat already completely inside and outside with unwaxed epoxy (now i know). With this boat i have to do now i used a lot of west system witch is very expensive compared to the normal expoxy. I wil use this for the stringers and waterproofing the wood. Thank you!
Nice tips mate, cheers
Great information thank You
Thanks for all the great education and info !