Stevenson Weekender Sailboat build: Episode 5 - Mast Box and Side Hull

In this episode of the Stevenson Weekender Sailboat build I create the box that will hold the mast in place and get it attached to the boat. I then attach the side hull pieces the boat.
I'm using 5 to 1 Epoxy from TotalBoat with slow hardener.
This is my first time building a boat. I'm a do-it-yourself guy and don't claim to be an expert. I love creating new things and learning new skills.
The plans for this boat can be purchased at www.stevproj.com.
The background music is from Pixabay.

[@brianhook8655]

Loved the cat “helping”

[@makingtime2023]

That cat thinks she’s in charge, I think. 😄

[@reelkin]

Can’t wait to watch the next one

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks! Glad your are enjoying the videos

[@russellesimonetta9071]

The catscanner!!!

[@makingtime2023]

😂

[@TimewarpTV]

my father back in 2000 made a Stevenson's Weekender and really loved this little boat. Congratz on your progress!!

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks for watching!

[@JeanZoomRindel]

Great progress there! I am catching a lot of tips from what you are doing. Your cat is very funny, running around on speed-up video! LOL!

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks! The cat has become an unexpected star of the show 😀

[@thierrybezias7222]

Vivement la suite !!!!!

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks for watching!

[@nealh5117]

Great stuff! Keep it up!

[@makingtime2023]

Appreciate it!

[@littlejohnny47]

Cute cat! Boat looks like it is coming together nicely! Best of luck with this project….

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks for watching!

[@daddybigas1265]

Float test!!! Looking great, man!

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks 👍

[@robertcypher4332]

👍

[@austinknobloch2665]

Excellent videos! I just recently purchased the Weekender plans myself and am looking forward to getting started on my build. Love the format of your videos, and looking forward to following along with your build!

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks for watching! I’m enjoying the build so far. I’m about to start fiberglassing the bottom and sides which is something I’ve never done so I’m excited to get it going.

[@danoyes1]

Great videos!
I've long wanted to build a Weekender with traditional materials copper fastened on oak frames with a completely decked after sections and a small foot well instead of the large seating area, which would make for much more room below decks.

[@georgewashington7444]

I am building a Paradox micro-cruiser sailboat about 25% into a expected 18 month build. Building this thing has been a blast pushing my woodworking/epoxy skill to new limits. Slow and steady progress adds up to a beautiful boat.
I’ve found my Japanese pull saw and Stanley sure-forms to be unexpected hero’s when working with the wood. I like your Titebond glue idea and will research that method for non-structural items.

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks for watching. Glad to hear you’re enjoying your build too.
I just picked up a surform plane and it is great for shaping.

[@youtruckrek5121]

Nice.

[@makingtime2023]

Thanks!