Looks good. Anytime you drill a hole in a boat it's a good idea to drill the holes out bigger than the hardware you'll be using. Then fill the holes back in with thickened epoxy and drill the final holes through the epoxy slug that you put in there previously. This does two things, it prevents water from leaking around the screw and rotting out the wodden core under the fiberglass, and in the event that your boat has a foam core it prevents the clamping forces from the hardware squishing the foam which let's water in and causes the hardware to loosen up over time. It takes a little longer, but it will make a huge difference in the lifespan of any fiberglass boat.
Lmfao infer the fiber glass you realize bots are made in three main pieces and are clamped together right and your epoxy “trick” is about the dumbest shot I ever heard in my life drill the hole bigger and epoxy it instead of using marine 5200 to seal it like every boat builder in the world does
@@Omgbelle-zx2yi Went right over your head. Thru hulls are about ''clamping bots'' together. Once the epoxied hole cures, then the fitting hole is drilled through - During installation of the fitting 5200 is applied to seal and bond to the epoxy.
That's correct Jacob - It's best to not drill a much larger whole, but rather to use a dremel to clear out a collar between the fiberglass skins. Then use epoxy with fiberglass microspheres as the filler. - Wax coat the thru hull, or an equal sized plastic fitting - and install this to set the epoxy/glass form. After a day remove this , clean, and install the fitting with 5200. - All thru hull fittings should be stainless or bronze. Plastics are just a time bomb.
yes but i always thought if the hole is too small, it promotes cracking and crazing of gelcoat. I put tape over it for this reason, and drill the hole about 30 thou larger if i can. same result, different reasons kinda thing i guess.
You know, all machines have a "mech soul", and I can still hear that boat's lil' soul screaming in joy that you found her, rescued her, and brought her back from the graveyard. You guys did a fantastic job. Think of all the good mech vibes you bring forward with your hard work. Keep at it, best wishes always. I just luv this stuff! You are truly talented!
@@OTAlucard i think one of the other comments identified it as Dans which is in Clearwater as you said. Thanks for replying!! Its a 3hr drive for me, but would love to visit.
You should put a wedge piece of aluminum on the transom matching the same holes for the ladder bracket to change the angle of the ladder making it easier to use and get in the boat. What a as the final cost after all the upgrades?
That battery cable brought back a memory. Was in Bimini and got invited to fish with some of my friend's neighbors in their 20' center console. Trolling when the engine died. I went to the stern and saw the positive cable burned off the terminal. I clamped it back on with vice grips. Stepping off the boat later, I mentioned to the guy to remember to fix the terminal. I later heard that 2 weeks after, the guy broke down off of Port Everglades while being chased by blue flashing lights and loaded down with bales of weed. He went to the stern, replaced the vice grips, went back to the console and hit the key with his knee, breaking it off. He did 2 years in the slammer.
I enjoy your videos and not only seeing how you envision the boat and bring it to fruition, but I really enjoy seeing what an enterprising young man can accomplish through vision and hard work. Keep it up.
Just watched and commented on my first video watched of yours about the check engine light procedure on Honda EFI engine. So this would be only the second video of yours I've seen. Same as last time it's just such a pleasure to see someone doing things the correct way no shortcuts and very much like myself went above and beyond the average person. So again thanks for putting in the work so others can enjoy. P. S. Great camera work also the drone video was a nice touch!
You are absolutely killing it! These are the quality videos I come to expect from you. I always look forward to seeing what you’re up to next. Please keep them coming!
When you first gave a tour of what you had just bought, I thought you were in trouble, but seeing the amount of work you put it, I am very impressed. Nice work, came out amazing.
Kudos to you guys. Something tells me even if you do have problems with that boat it'll be no problem and better off for it. Actually was a very motivating video. Thanks!
Great job! Suggestion on the Transom Ladder. I have the same ladder but have an angled transom similar to your build. They make an angled bracket to offset the angle of the transom and make using the ladder much more comfortable. It was good to see you had help to make your transformation.
Damn a dive boat, fishing boat and a day boat. Great transformation. Flipping cars, trucks and boats and making the deal work for you. I’m impressed and you should be proud of the business model you have created based on your knowledge and hard work.
Man it's just so awesome to sit back and watch you take a boat that looks so destroyed and take it and make it look like brand new again. Between working on the motor and the body of the boat you do an awesome job. Especially doing it wearing flip-flops. I really like how you do all your work in flip-flops man. I am a flip-flop guy myself that's all I wear year round. Any work I do it in flip-flops. Awesome video keep up the good work.
Totally enjoyed this video...Its always nice to see a once forgotten boat lovingly restored and working great...Oh and the lights are fantastic...Sets the mood for easy cruising and laying back and just enjoying Life.
love the channel. been here since day one. I've done some small remodels and sold a couple boats as well. love that your channel shows people you don't need a million dollar shop to re-do these boats.
@@iamrobboat lol, I’m sure some parts of Canada might be that limited. But open water season usually fires up in May and goes till October, it’s all just a matter of how cold you like the water 🤣
wow...I'm very IMPRESSED. Greetings from Oregon....my wife and I are moving to FL and we talked about getting a boat. This video sure gives us some signs of relief as to we won't be emptying our bank savings for a boat. Your boat looks almost exactly what we are looking for. LOVE THE LIGHTS!
The 2 of you did a great job on the boat. The only thing I would have done differently is the ladder. Sure the one you placed on their is unnoticeable but how hard will it be to use it when your out in the open water and the boat is bobbing around. Your gonna wish there were handles on it.
New to your channel! I was raised on the water back in NY back in the 70s, and boats were my life growing up. Used to take care of my dads 37 Searay, and was paid to take care of 3 of my neighbors Bertram 35s. Offshore fishing 2 days a week too. My biggest fish was a 15 ft mako,still have the teeth! Awesome the job you guys did!!
Great channel. I really like seeing the renovations. Fiberglass boats will practically last for ever if they are taken care of. Your work is awesome. I would love to see a list of the products that you use on your builds. If you have not done one, a video of the products that you liked and the ones that you did not like would be cool. Paint choices, interior decking, LED lights, etc.
That plywood isn't going to last very long without resin and glass on every side. Should have wrapped the plywood and used stainless screws and marine caulk.
Literally my dream boat I would take weekend trips to the keys on that thing Soo sick with that 300 just need some ac for the cabin at night haha it's FL after all
It does get hot and humid in southeast florida. I've lived here in Pompano bch. for 53 yrs. I think it gets worst every year. A.C.would be a must for wife and kids.
Shortcut solutions - tomorrow's problems- Hope this is for personal use, not sale 1. The deck is open - ready to create storage lockers/fish box - worth the little bit of extra work to create a hatch. Also, if the fuel tank needs to be repaired/replaced, a deck hatch would mean not having to rip the deck again. Also, nothing under the plywood? Marine plywood is still wood - trapped moisture, including condensation under deck, will cause rot. Next time glass both sides and finish. 2. Use Naval Jelly, FSR to remove rust - no need to abrade the gelcoat. 3. Non-marine grade LEDs will go out, in a season 4. Transom light installation - no sealant? Engine chop and waves will cause intrusion... Once transom rot begins - it always ends one way. 5. Gunnel lights - better to install under the cap. They won't become holes for water intrusion from a wet deck, less corrosion and leakage to stringers etc. Also, less glare - even if blue, at night diffused light under a cap is better than an exposed bulb cutting down night vision. 6. The unsealed transom installs are a time bomb - Use Coosa for the inevitable rebuild. 7. All of the old pumps, thru hulls, switches, and wiring are the greatest points of vulnerability to an offshore breakdown or sinking.
I saw that you're using one of those harbor freight grinders, just one thing to mention: I had one and they didn't put enough grease in the gearset, which made mine die prematurely. I think if you take off the four screws holding the main gear cover and gear on, you can put grease in it and make it last a little longer!
Erm, not sure if anyone has asked this already but why didn't you just line up one straight edge of the glass mat and overlap the other to make your mark on one side and cut on one side instead of down the middle? That saves you time cutting only one side instead of two and also saves you a much bigger piece of glass cloth for other repairs. Also for future reference, small rollers are much better for spreading the resin than brushes are.
With those waterproof lights, silicone all of the glass to metal seams, the wire gasket and screw heads. Anywhere water can get in. They tend to always spring a leak and fog up otherwise. 5 minutes of seam caulking to save a few hours of replacing them :)
you guys make it look so easy.. i would never be able to afford something like that here in Trinidad and Tobago , what I wouldn't do for a gift like that even something smaller with you guys added touch of flair !! Keep up the good work..
Just subscribed! Appreciate all the hard work and effort that you guys put into the boat! Brought it back to life! Keep the restorations coming awesome job 🤙👍
watching this guy makes me want to go out and search for boats to fix! great job love your vids.. would love to hear you explain your thought process of why you're doing the things that you do to revive it.
I absolutely love these videos, keep it up! I’m a 17 year old and I’m looking to get started into flipping boats and doing them just as well. Any advice for someone aspiring to do this kind of work?
In the future you should resin the wood on every single side completely seal the wood just because you bought “marine plywood” doesn’t mean it’s not gonna a rot over time being exposed to so much moisture
Do the scuba tank holders have any markings on them as far as who they were made by? I have a similar boat (210 Explorer) and love the setup of those tank racks and how they tuck away when not in use. They are solid boats, have had mine for 2 years and love it. Thanks!
@Island Mike Who the hell are you to go around telling people what they can and can't say!!! You tried to "correct" me about saying this was a great RESTORATION when, if you had as much intelligence as YOU think you do, you would have read the comments further and seen that A LOT of other people also called it a RESTORATION!!? NOOB!! You didn't make one complimentary comment to anyone. All you've done is make smart-assed remarks to good folks in here! Go back to your miserable life and leave good people alone, asshat.
Jacob, you HEARD right about Unimogs. They were great machines that were capable of doing many tasks with the equipment add-ons the company offered. They offered farm and construction add-ons that made this a very useful vehicle at one time. Kinda like the Swiss army knife of trucks!! LOL.
Just found your channel and watched this amazing resto. Coincidentally Black Adam comes out today....gonna look hard for the military vehicle! Keep up the great content
When you guys install anything on the transom, seal it with 5300! Those LED lights, the swim ladder, etc. Even if they have a gasket.. they will leak. And they will rot your transom. Maybe you did seal it, but it wasn't shown - but I would definitely show that step in case you decide to sell this boat in the future.
What paint do you normally use? Like the old Aquasport you redid a few years ago...the blue one. Was that topside paint or gelcoat? I'm working on an Aquasport 200 now. Love watching boats come back to life!
I noticed the hatch cover leading to the cabin was broken. I used to work at a small glass company and we made plastic windshields and covers such as that, as well as building and replacing glass and safety glass windows. Any glass company could use your cover as a template to make a new replacement for you.
Awesome boat... and Unimog that is the Mog I have been looking for to restore for about 20yrs they are rare as hens teeth... it is a classic, and WB will probably blow it up in the movie.... hopefully they will not though... great channel, good restorations from a guy that restores for a hobby..
You did a great job. I would like to have seen some killer graphics on the sides to kick it up a notch. The lighting just blows me away. Party on Wayne!
love how you are all chill like "yeah, sold the military vehicle to warner bros......no big thing"...haha, that' great. Great job on the boat as well, turned out very nice.
Wow this was one of the best so far. I was wonder what you were going to do with the floor and the pad and painted accents, mint! Can't wait for the next one.
I get that these are budget rebuilds. But that’s the wrong wood. Marine plywood from Home Depot is not marine plywood for fiberglass. Fiberglass will not remain adhered to pine. Not trying to be “that guy” but....
Genuinely curious, I wouldn't have thought the type of wood would matter as resin/epoxy is not a material I've encountered to discriminate what it sticks to (outside of polyethylene). Is there a reason pine isn't a good choice, and what wood would be and where to get it?
@@jw11432 the reasons why are several and I’m happy to explain. Pine has oil and sap in it. You can glass over it but in time it will release due to oil and sap. 3/4” Marine plywood is typically made from fir and is 7 layers, no voids and glued together with a waterproof glue. Pine 3/4” marine plywood is treated. Is usually only has 5 layers, and voids. Left outside it will delaminate. The cost of marine grade 3/4” fir runs 90-110 bucks a sheet Depending on location. Is smooth on one or both sides. It’s idea for fiberglass but it does require the resin to be thinned with acetone and apply Several coats to deeply penetrate. Bottom line. That hatch won’t last long. Not trying to bash the guy at all. He may not know that. Folks see “marine plywood” at Home Depot and automatically think that’s what’s used in boats. It’s not. Boat repair needs to be done correctly when you’re dealing with peoples lives. Hope that helps.
@@g-townfishing6167 I thought maybe it was oil/sap related (knowing what I do about pine), kinda how you have to use the right glue on concrete floors otherwise vinyl tiles will come up due to moisture seeping through the porous concrete. Great information, thanks for sharing.
If I ever end up looking at getting a used boat in the future. I definitely would hire this guy to go with me to look at a used boat and pay him to fix it up.
I can't believe you make this boat life again, I think only you can do that, motor, boat come to life on your hands thank's for all great video keep up!! my friend
Bro your UA-cam channel is one of my favorite channels amongst the many that I actually subscribe too. Post some more content I love seeing you get these boats and turning them into reliable fun vessels If I ever have any questions about something boating related I usually refer to your videos and it usually solves it.
Beautiful job you did on that Aquasport 25. My Boss in the Keys had a 24 foot Aquasport with twin 250 Yamaha engines. Same style, open fisherman. Got to do lots of Dolphin fishing and other activities including lobster mini season diving in it. Whale Harbor sandbar parties. What about trim tabs, did you install them ? That type of hull almost requires them in any kind of chop. Did you fully inspect the fuel tanks before you permanently fiberglassed it in ? You should have made it into two removable sections with watertight seals. Future fuel line, tank leak and fuel level sensors problems would be awhile lot easier to get at and fix.
No one else on UA-cam would make an entire restoration into one video, thanks keep it up!!!!
Not just the restoration, but how well it works after!!
I really don't mind if there more then one video I can understand why some don't do one long video.
ikr? very satisfying.
seriously, kudos. So nonsense, give us what we want!
Looks good. Anytime you drill a hole in a boat it's a good idea to drill the holes out bigger than the hardware you'll be using. Then fill the holes back in with thickened epoxy and drill the final holes through the epoxy slug that you put in there previously. This does two things, it prevents water from leaking around the screw and rotting out the wodden core under the fiberglass, and in the event that your boat has a foam core it prevents the clamping forces from the hardware squishing the foam which let's water in and causes the hardware to loosen up over time. It takes a little longer, but it will make a huge difference in the lifespan of any fiberglass boat.
Lmfao infer the fiber glass you realize bots are made in three main pieces and are clamped together right and your epoxy “trick” is about the dumbest shot I ever heard in my life drill the hole bigger and epoxy it instead of using marine 5200 to seal it like every boat builder in the world does
@@Omgbelle-zx2yi Went right over your head. Thru hulls are about ''clamping bots'' together. Once the epoxied hole cures, then the fitting hole is drilled through - During installation of the fitting 5200 is applied to seal and bond to the epoxy.
That's correct Jacob - It's best to not drill a much larger whole, but rather to use a dremel to clear out a collar between the fiberglass skins. Then use epoxy with fiberglass microspheres as the filler. - Wax coat the thru hull, or an equal sized plastic fitting - and install this to set the epoxy/glass form. After a day remove this , clean, and install the fitting with 5200. - All thru hull fittings should be stainless or bronze. Plastics are just a time bomb.
yes but i always thought if the hole is too small, it promotes cracking and crazing of gelcoat. I put tape over it for this reason, and drill the hole about 30 thou larger if i can. same result, different reasons kinda thing i guess.
That’s cool that the Warner brothers bought your truck
You know, all machines have a "mech soul", and I can still hear that boat's lil' soul screaming in joy that you found her, rescued her, and brought her back from the graveyard. You guys did a fantastic job. Think of all the good mech vibes you bring forward with your hard work. Keep at it, best wishes always. I just luv this stuff! You are truly talented!
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I think a tour of the marine junkyard would make a good video.
We have one within an hours drive of us. Never been there but it's definitely on our to-do list
I think so too! I wish we had things like where I live. I can spend hours just walking around a junkyard looking at stuff.
Do you know where this marine junkyard is?
@@djmjr77 it's probably the one In Clearwater. I've been there before. Pretty cool place
@@OTAlucard i think one of the other comments identified it as Dans which is in Clearwater as you said. Thanks for replying!! Its a 3hr drive for me, but would love to visit.
You should put a wedge piece of aluminum on the transom matching the same holes for the ladder bracket to change the angle of the ladder making it easier to use and get in the boat. What a as the final cost after all the upgrades?
That battery cable brought back a memory. Was in Bimini and got invited to fish with some of my friend's neighbors in their 20' center console. Trolling when the engine died. I went to the stern and saw the positive cable burned off the terminal. I clamped it back on with vice grips.
Stepping off the boat later, I mentioned to the guy to remember to fix the terminal.
I later heard that 2 weeks after, the guy broke down off of Port Everglades while being chased by blue flashing lights and loaded down with bales of weed. He went to the stern, replaced the vice grips, went back to the console and hit the key with his knee, breaking it off. He did 2 years in the slammer.
Did you get his boat? Cheap!
I enjoy your videos and not only seeing how you envision the boat and bring it to fruition, but I really enjoy seeing what an enterprising young man can accomplish through vision and hard work. Keep it up.
I think this is the nicest one you’ve done to date. I’d have a hard time letting it go!
100% agree I would also! 🤔
Just watched and commented on my first video watched of yours about the check engine light procedure on Honda EFI engine. So this would be only the second video of yours I've seen. Same as last time it's just such a pleasure to see someone doing things the correct way no shortcuts and very much like myself went above and beyond the average person. So again thanks for putting in the work so others can enjoy. P. S. Great camera work also the drone video was a nice touch!
You are absolutely killing it! These are the quality videos I come to expect from you. I always look forward to seeing what you’re up to next. Please keep them coming!
Great video. Very good restoration. Loved the views of John's pass too. Brought back good memories. Cheers!
I love exploring Don's Marine salvage. They always have the most interesting things. Been going for almost 30 yrs.
Shit i worked there in 2009 2010
When you first gave a tour of what you had just bought, I thought you were in trouble, but seeing the amount of work you put it, I am very impressed. Nice work, came out amazing.
One man's trash is another man's treasure! Absolutely gorgeous!
Kudos to you guys. Something tells me even if you do have problems with that boat it'll be no problem and better off for it. Actually was a very motivating video. Thanks!
Such a sick set up!! Love this build! 🔥🔥
Your the 🐐
Ahh Yeahh!
yo yo yo I love your Chanel!!
You have the same biat
Boat
Great job! Suggestion on the Transom Ladder. I have the same ladder but have an angled transom similar to your build. They make an angled bracket to offset the angle of the transom and make using the ladder much more comfortable. It was good to see you had help to make your transformation.
Damn a dive boat, fishing boat and a day boat. Great transformation. Flipping cars, trucks and boats and making the deal work for you. I’m impressed and you should be proud of the business model you have created based on your knowledge and hard work.
Man it's just so awesome to sit back and watch you take a boat that looks so destroyed and take it and make it look like brand new again. Between working on the motor and the body of the boat you do an awesome job. Especially doing it wearing flip-flops. I really like how you do all your work in flip-flops man. I am a flip-flop guy myself that's all I wear year round. Any work I do it in flip-flops. Awesome video keep up the good work.
It would be cool if y’all left links to products you use in the restoration.
Yes I agree!
So all the links can go out of date? Have you heard of google?
@Carter Irvin I was just about to type the same thing. I would love to know all the exact products they use to make improvements.
@@davog1946 Why you so uptight?
Totally enjoyed this video...Its always nice to see a once forgotten boat lovingly restored and working great...Oh and the lights are fantastic...Sets the mood for easy cruising and laying back and just enjoying Life.
You guys do great work. I love seeing the transformation from tired to “WOW”.
love the channel. been here since day one. I've done some small remodels and sold a couple boats as well.
love that your channel shows people you don't need a million dollar shop to re-do these boats.
Man you guys knocked out that fibreglass like pro’s, what a great job man, gets me fired up for the upcoming boating season up here in Canada.
Is that July-September?
@@iamrobboat lol, I’m sure some parts of Canada might be that limited. But open water season usually fires up in May and goes till October, it’s all just a matter of how cold you like the water 🤣
wow...I'm very IMPRESSED. Greetings from Oregon....my wife and I are moving to FL and we talked about getting a boat. This video sure gives us some signs of relief as to we won't be emptying our bank savings for a boat. Your boat looks almost exactly what we are looking for. LOVE THE LIGHTS!
The 2 of you did a great job on the boat. The only thing I would have done differently is the ladder. Sure the one you placed on their is unnoticeable but how hard will it be to use it when your out in the open water and the boat is bobbing around. Your gonna wish there were handles on it.
New to your channel!
I was raised on the water back in NY back in the 70s, and boats were my life growing up.
Used to take care of my dads 37 Searay, and was paid to take care of 3 of my neighbors Bertram 35s.
Offshore fishing 2 days a week too.
My biggest fish was a 15 ft mako,still have the teeth!
Awesome the job you guys did!!
Dude you literally transformed that boat from death to life!
Great channel. I really like seeing the renovations. Fiberglass boats will practically last for ever if they are taken care of. Your work is awesome. I would love to see a list of the products that you use on your builds. If you have not done one, a video of the products that you liked and the ones that you did not like would be cool. Paint choices, interior decking, LED lights, etc.
Wow... The "Are we eyeballing this? No! There's measurements!" Is the most relatable thing ever 🤣🤣
3 yrs late but that’s definitely my buddy and I working on anything 😂
You know it is a crazy deal when even Thatboatguy says it’s a deal of a lifetime
Imagine how much of that resin poured into those gaps ended up in the bilge area. I hope that new tank never has to be removed.
That plywood isn't going to last very long without resin and glass on every side. Should have wrapped the plywood and used stainless screws and marine caulk.
@@MarshallSorenson agreed. If you're doing that much work... Just lay up some glass and make better hatches.
One of my favorites! Just as good the second time around. Great editing, and drone work.
You never cease to amaze with your boat transformations. And yes that boat was a steal, that trailer is probably worth what you spent! Nice job.
I know the motor was woomore than $2500
Motor new is well over 10k. A new 25hp is 4000. Motor may be 15 to 20
That was a lot of work and skill you guys put into the restore of that boat.. Super impressive! (As always)
Literally my dream boat I would take weekend trips to the keys on that thing Soo sick with that 300 just need some ac for the cabin at night haha it's FL after all
It does get hot and humid in southeast florida. I've lived here in Pompano bch. for 53 yrs. I think it gets worst every year. A.C.would be a must for wife and kids.
Shortcut solutions - tomorrow's problems- Hope this is for personal use, not sale
1. The deck is open - ready to create storage lockers/fish box - worth the little bit of extra work to create a hatch. Also, if the fuel tank needs to be repaired/replaced, a deck hatch would mean not having to rip the deck again. Also, nothing under the plywood? Marine plywood is still wood - trapped moisture, including condensation under deck, will cause rot. Next time glass both sides and finish.
2. Use Naval Jelly, FSR to remove rust - no need to abrade the gelcoat.
3. Non-marine grade LEDs will go out, in a season
4. Transom light installation - no sealant? Engine chop and waves will cause intrusion... Once transom rot begins - it always ends one way.
5. Gunnel lights - better to install under the cap. They won't become holes for water intrusion from a wet deck, less corrosion and leakage to stringers etc. Also, less glare - even if blue, at night diffused light under a cap is better than an exposed bulb cutting down night vision.
6. The unsealed transom installs are a time bomb - Use Coosa for the inevitable rebuild.
7. All of the old pumps, thru hulls, switches, and wiring are the greatest points of vulnerability to an offshore breakdown or sinking.
I saw that you're using one of those harbor freight grinders, just one thing to mention: I had one and they didn't put enough grease in the gearset, which made mine die prematurely. I think if you take off the four screws holding the main gear cover and gear on, you can put grease in it and make it last a little longer!
pretty amazing rebuild that took a lot of work, Just got a sweet deal myself on a boat in the Uk and i am now looking forward to doing it up 🙂
What an insane deal. You guys did an awesome job on it. My dream is to live on a nice FL canal and have my own boat one day. Awesome stuff.
Erm, not sure if anyone has asked this already but why didn't you just line up one straight edge of the glass mat and overlap the other to make your mark on one side and cut on one side instead of down the middle? That saves you time cutting only one side instead of two and also saves you a much bigger piece of glass cloth for other repairs. Also for future reference, small rollers are much better for spreading the resin than brushes are.
With those waterproof lights, silicone all of the glass to metal seams, the wire gasket and screw heads. Anywhere water can get in. They tend to always spring a leak and fog up otherwise. 5 minutes of seam caulking to save a few hours of replacing them :)
X2 🙌Try Boatlife Life Seal it’s a pretty good product to try out.
you guys make it look so easy.. i would never be able to afford something like that here in Trinidad and Tobago , what I wouldn't do for a gift like that even something smaller with you guys added touch of flair !! Keep up the good work..
No wonder why he hasent posted in forever great job on the boat btw
WONDER IF HES OKEY. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
Great restoration and a great deal, that boat deserved a new lease on life. Well done 👍
Is anyone else rewatching this waiting for the next post
Anyone else waiting for this dude to post more videos?!
Yeah for real im getting sleepy waiting for the next one lol
He is the only reason youtube is installed.
Just subscribed! Appreciate all the hard work and effort that you guys put into the boat! Brought it back to life! Keep the restorations coming awesome job 🤙👍
One of the best project boat I have ever seen!!!! You guys are amazing.
wow, sometimes I wish I was a Floridian for all of the great deals you can find down there!
I wish it was like that all the time man it’s really few and far between but some areas are a lot better than others
I'm in swfl - almost no good deals and when there is one it's sold in seconds
Nothing but overpriced junk in Central Florida craigslist right now.
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watching this guy makes me want to go out and search for boats to fix! great job love your vids.. would love to hear you explain your thought process of why you're doing the things that you do to revive it.
I absolutely love these videos, keep it up! I’m a 17 year old and I’m looking to get started into flipping boats and doing them just as well. Any advice for someone aspiring to do this kind of work?
Great Boat Transformation Video. Been watching you awhile and you are getting better all the time. Keep up the great work.
Crazy deal!
love both of your guys channels
Same
Yo no way love both of these channels
Collaboration?
What’s the other channel?
In the future you should resin the wood on every single side completely seal the wood just because you bought “marine plywood” doesn’t mean it’s not gonna a rot over time being exposed to so much moisture
The motor alone is worth more than $2500! Great deal. Great job on the clean up.
Do the scuba tank holders have any markings on them as far as who they were made by? I have a similar boat (210 Explorer) and love the setup of those tank racks and how they tuck away when not in use. They are solid boats, have had mine for 2 years and love it. Thanks!
I'm not a boat guy but I do love doing restorations. Great vids! I subscribed.
Great job on the restoration on it. Looks fantastic.
If that unimog was a gas motor you would really have a problem. Ive heard that diesels have rod knock, but this is a whole new level
@Island Mike
Who the hell are you to go around telling people what they can and can't say!!! You tried to "correct" me about saying this was a great RESTORATION when, if you had as much intelligence as YOU think you do, you would have read the comments further and seen that A LOT of other people also called it a RESTORATION!!? NOOB!!
You didn't make one complimentary comment to anyone. All you've done is make smart-assed remarks to good folks in here! Go back to your miserable life and leave good people alone, asshat.
Jacob, you HEARD right about Unimogs. They were great machines that were capable of doing many tasks with the equipment add-ons the company offered. They offered farm and construction add-ons that made this a very useful vehicle at one time. Kinda like the Swiss army knife of trucks!! LOL.
Don't believe that's a rod knock, it is likely injector noise and valve train
Just found your channel and watched this amazing resto. Coincidentally Black Adam comes out today....gonna look hard for the military vehicle! Keep up the great content
Pretty much all of the motors and boats you've done in the past are what would count as once in a lifetime deals for most people lol
When you guys install anything on the transom, seal it with 5300! Those LED lights, the swim ladder, etc. Even if they have a gasket.. they will leak. And they will rot your transom. Maybe you did seal it, but it wasn't shown - but I would definitely show that step in case you decide to sell this boat in the future.
He most likely did, he talks bout 5300 in previous resto vids.
Dude this is awesome and inspiring. As someone who's looking into getting a boat and learning the lifestyle 🙌 Great video!
What paint do you normally use? Like the old Aquasport you redid a few years ago...the blue one. Was that topside paint or gelcoat? I'm working on an Aquasport 200 now.
Love watching boats come back to life!
“It’s in really good shape” 😂😂😂😂
What batteries do you put on your boats
Seems like forever since your last video, hopefully we will see more this Spring and Summer. I know I enjoy em!
Man, total cost build with upgrades would be amazing to show how much time, labor etc you spent on the restoration on each video
aye he finally posted i’ve been checking every day😃
I've been checking every hour!
Y’all aren’t true fans I checked every minute 😃
I came here to say this finally!
I noticed the hatch cover leading to the cabin was broken. I used to work at a small glass company and we made plastic windshields and covers such as that, as well as building and replacing glass and safety glass windows. Any glass company could use your cover as a template to make a new replacement for you.
You should let subscribers know when you list a boat for sale, you've done some that would be great boats for the Chesapeake bay.
Yea, this boat would be the perfect size for the Chesapeake bay.
Awesome boat... and Unimog that is the Mog I have been looking for to restore for about 20yrs they are rare as hens teeth... it is a classic, and WB will probably blow it up in the movie.... hopefully they will not though... great channel, good restorations from a guy that restores for a hobby..
At first it was like “maybe not the bargain “ but then after you spruced it up I was like Damn! That’s nice!
don't judge a boat by your first look at it.
I wished I Canberra a mechanic like you ....I enjoy tour videos...greetings from down under Australia 🇦🇺....stay safe!
Where have you been? These are my favorite videos.
@ 1:30 I love that quick disconnect main power connection! Brilliant!......... What could go wrong?
You guys are absolutely awesome at what you do. You make me really want to buy a boat. Amazing job!
You did a great job. I would like to have seen some killer graphics on the sides to kick it up a notch. The lighting just blows me away. Party on Wayne!
Damn for something that would take 2 yrs for my dad and I this dude does better in a week
These resto videos are just amazing dude, please keep them coming! A boat junkyard tour would be cool too
That "livewell" looked like something else. Wouldn't be surprised to find a leftover brown trout in there.
love how you are all chill like "yeah, sold the military vehicle to warner bros......no big thing"...haha, that' great. Great job on the boat as well, turned out very nice.
Seriously you gotta seal the underside of that plywood or it’s gonna rot every splash of some bilge water!!
Wow this was one of the best so far. I was wonder what you were going to do with the floor and the pad and painted accents, mint!
Can't wait for the next one.
I get that these are budget rebuilds. But that’s the wrong wood. Marine plywood from Home Depot is not marine plywood for fiberglass. Fiberglass will not remain adhered to pine. Not trying to be “that guy” but....
Genuinely curious, I wouldn't have thought the type of wood would matter as resin/epoxy is not a material I've encountered to discriminate what it sticks to (outside of polyethylene). Is there a reason pine isn't a good choice, and what wood would be and where to get it?
@@jw11432 the reasons why are several and I’m happy to explain. Pine has oil and sap in it. You can glass over it but in time it will release due to oil and sap. 3/4” Marine plywood is typically made from fir and is 7 layers, no voids and glued together with a waterproof glue. Pine 3/4” marine plywood is treated. Is usually only has 5 layers, and voids. Left outside it will delaminate. The cost of marine grade 3/4” fir runs 90-110 bucks a sheet Depending on location. Is smooth on one or both sides. It’s idea for fiberglass but it does require the resin to be thinned with acetone and apply Several coats to deeply penetrate. Bottom line. That hatch won’t last long. Not trying to bash the guy at all. He may not know that. Folks see “marine plywood” at Home Depot and automatically think that’s what’s used in boats. It’s not. Boat repair needs to be done correctly when you’re dealing with peoples lives. Hope that helps.
@@g-townfishing6167 I thought maybe it was oil/sap related (knowing what I do about pine), kinda how you have to use the right glue on concrete floors otherwise vinyl tiles will come up due to moisture seeping through the porous concrete.
Great information, thanks for sharing.
@@jw11432 absolutely. You’re welcome.
No problem the boat will be long gone by the time any of that delamination happens.
bro straight sold a truck to a movie studio mid video casually
If I ever end up looking at getting a used boat in the future. I definitely would hire this guy to go with me to look at a used boat and pay him to fix it up.
I can't believe you make this boat life again, I think only you can do that, motor, boat come to life on your hands thank's for all great video keep up!! my friend
Awesome!
Bro your UA-cam channel is one of my favorite channels amongst the many that I actually subscribe too. Post some more content I love seeing you get these boats and turning them into reliable fun vessels If I ever have any questions about something boating related I usually refer to your videos and it usually solves it.
I’m beyond jealous of you right now....
15:35 That tiki hut thing is the most American thing I’ve seen in my life! 😂
This video just made my weekend!
Why no run-through of the motor? I always enjoy watching you go through and change out the lower unit gear oil, impeller, spark plugs, filters etc.
I’ve been waiting 🙏😩😩
Wow, that was quite the steal and not too much work needed to restore it. Great job! LOVE the lights, they look awesome and very effective at night.
Nice boat rescue. The only thing missing is some decent navigation lights for the evening cruise.
Beautiful job you did on that Aquasport 25.
My Boss in the Keys had a 24 foot Aquasport with twin 250 Yamaha engines.
Same style, open fisherman.
Got to do lots of Dolphin fishing and other activities including lobster mini season diving in it.
Whale Harbor sandbar parties.
What about trim tabs, did you install them ?
That type of hull almost requires them in any kind of chop.
Did you fully inspect the fuel tanks before you permanently fiberglassed it in ? You should have made it into two removable sections with watertight seals. Future fuel line, tank leak and fuel level sensors problems would be awhile lot easier to get at and fix.