Nice work! You definitely have an eye for the details. This suggestion may be overkill but I am mentioning it because I have just done something relatively similar: first off, I would suggest butyl tape on the topside outside upper part of the hull) tang threads @ 7:25. Most people are using a 45deg bit to slightly enlarge the outermost portion of the hole - then putting butyl tape around the thread and pushing it in. I would personally also consider creating a small tapered backing plate out of metal or hardwood, for those two nuts/bolts again, 7:25 - both on the inside and the outside. When you install that type of U-bolt, you have kind of a push pull type of situation where one of the bolts will be pushing whilst the other is pulling. So the lower bolt of the tang will be pulling from the hull whilst the top most part of the tang will be pushing into the hull (from the outside) The more taper you have from the bolt to the hull the more of the load is distributed through the backing plates. Right now I see the nuts and washers creating a bit of a pinch point. The backing plate looks good enough, but it’s just something I would consider as it’s easy to drill out a piece of mild steel, treat it well, and place it underneath those washers. I do things a little bit more than necessary though, perhaps? 🤷🏻 Anyways, great work thanks for the videos. We are engaged in the same process at the moment, so I appreciate the inspiration… Wish I had some videos to inspire you as well. Keep well.
As an engineer I'm impressed. It doesn't look ugly it looks like it will do the job. A broken mast lying across the deck in a storm looks a damn sight uglier
My friend!!, donot fasten them bolts to the fullest with sikaflex......first fasten them semi tight, let the flex dry and next day fasten to the fullest. this way it is absolutely waterproof...the sikaflex will block every little hole in tghis way,, so in its solid form if you know what i mean. GG on the progress, big up!
The most important thing is not that it works, but that it continues to work, and be easy to keep that way. See my other comment, And PLEASE STOP SABOTAGING THIS BOAT WITH EXPENSIVE BOLTS AND STRAPS OF STAINLESS STEEL THAT WILL DAMAGE IT AND KILL IT IN THE END!
Maybe he cares about the viewers who cares about the looks? Maybe some are subscribed because it's a pretty young blondie man haha If it was me, I would definitely make it sea worthy as fast and cheap as possible as long as I can do the upgrades on the go. There's ALWAYS things to do on a boat
Hi Mark. Great job, never mind it looking ugly. As long as it's 💯 safe, it's looks really good, I think. Good news about the chain plates. Keep it up, Mark. Brilliant video again, bro 💯👌🙏🇨🇮
Brilliant video Mark! 👍 Chainplates are looking solid and your filming skills are top notch. Nothing like an exciting dinghy ride to add some spice to your day... Keep up the great work mate, Chris 🙂 P.s. Everyone accidentally puts the drill in reverse occasionally [at least that's what it looked like at 0.25 speed]... P.p.s. The above comment might further increase your watch time if other people go back to the 4 minute mark and do the same investigation... 😂😉👍
I think its amazing what your doing, best way to learn is do. Just a heads up about washers, i was always trained square washers for timber round for steel. Timber seems to pull though round washers easier when under force.
Mark, I think I'm 50 years older than you. I really enjoy your style. You're doing a great job - both on the boat, and the filming. I would have used many more 4 letter words, but you've got a lot more class than me. Keep up the good work!.
Brilliant work Mark. As per previous comment regarding the chain plates strength over aesthetics , when your out in a blow you'll have confidence your mast won't fall down, and if you like you can always paint them white. Drilling holes heart in mouth hoping all goes well...I know the feeling I'm a retired maintenance fitter they can only teach you so much in tech school and experience tells you that you measure and plan as best you can but then you just have to drill that hole 😁.. You've got good reason to be proud of what you've achieved thus far 👍👍👍
As a metalworker and fellow project boat owner, I have to say you're doing great. And about the chainplates you called ugly sometimes things just need to be done, it's a tough choice but it's strong enough and will do the job perfectly fine. Keep up the good work!
@@WildlingSailing If you don't like the look of the chainplates in the future you can always make a light weight cover with shelf to put over it when you are at anchor and have a bit of spare time, give you somewhere to keep the obligatory spider plants
Hi Mark, with regards to the chain plates and moving th top holes dawn leaving an open hole in the plate, you could cut the top hex head off the bolt off and appoxy them on, a false bolt.
Thanks great watch as always if you keep going at this pace mum and dad will be able to help with the fun job of rigging the mast at the end of the month.
There is something deliciously honest about the chain plates. Sometimes function trumps form, however the engineering looks pleasing for its angles and it speaks of its integrity.
just my 2 cents - drilling stainless steel is a pain in the behind. It sounds counter productive but I always use some kind of lubrication, like simple wd40. It reduces friction, the drill doesnt burn, and it reduces the drilling time. please dont mind my rumbling if you employ this already. wishing you enjoy your project and your goal of going sailing
I just figured out another reason I love your videos; your sound work is excellent. Both the production side and your post work and final mixes are really well done. Excellent job, especially, considering how nice your camera work is already --even when over exposed and out of focus, the story is coming through emotionally and draws us into your journey... Love it!
Your character, talents, perseverance, temperament, respect, kindness, and appreciation all warrants the attention you are getting! Beers on me when you get to Florida.
👍👌👏 Looks and obviously is quite sturdy! Congratulations ! 🎉 If Lady Hanneke approves your work/constructions, you can definitely be proud. I really wish that Scotty could beam you and Mahi to her place for finishing the cat there. 😁 ;-) 2) It's quite a ride to the marine shop and sharing discounter with your lil dinghy. 😱 Congrats for having such good nerves. As always: Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health in particular.
The first one is always the hardest. The others will go faster as your confidence improves. Wharram's are forgiving boats. Functional and the goal to sail this summer/fall.
You can beautify chain plates by buffing them up with a buffing wheel so that they shine like a mirror. Normally done in the workshop before fitting but could be done with an electric drill and buffing attachment.
Mark the inside angled chainplate supports you said look ugly, will give you heaps of peace-of-mind sailing in storm and they won't look ugly when you paint them the same colour as the cabin and the backing plate nuts could be swapped for nice dome nuts - much nicer.
DO NOT USE DOME NUTS ON STAINLESS. MY SC 39 HAS HUNDREDS OF THEM. STAINLESS HAS TO BREATHE. DOME NUT CAUSE THE STAINLESS TO CORRODE AND EVENTUALLY BREAK. BSD IDEA. BELIEVE ME I KNOW!!!!!!
Hi Mark, Interested in how you managed to stay in Holland so long on a British passport? I would have thought you would be restricted to 90 days in 180? Those chain plates are looking strong 👍 One tip, with sikoflex don’t tighten up tight. Tighten a bit but leave 2mm gap, let the sikoflex dry for 48 hours then fully tighten down. Otherwise if you fully tighten when wet you squeeze all the sikoflex out. If you leave 2mm or so the sikoflex cures then you tighten it’s like a 👍⛵️gasket
Please remember to use locking nuts on the chain plates so that vibration doesn't loosen the nuts and you could put quarter round edging on the sides of the plates so that it looks finished off keep up the good work
Wow, video footage of your canal crossing as well as the view of Mahi on your return was spectacular! I admire your courage and tenacity, and I'm really glad you rescued her and are restoring her for the sea. Surely, sunny days await you both. Cheers, Mark❣
What you have to keep thinking. This boat was sat abandoned with holes and water inside it. You've done a great job so far repairing it just keep persevering. You might not get things right first time but that life. Great work so far
shes comming together great that man . chainplates are function over beauty, as papa dar would say from the fabrats " Hammer it to fit and paint it to match " . shes looking good man .
I feel your pain at drilling holes in your dream, and the "ugly" plate, however it will be super strong and probably look better with some paint on it? Also if Hanneke is saying it is good then, well, enough said 🙂
Hi Mark. Having originally followed you almost since the beginning, I have only bren dropping in every few weeks of late. I just wanted to say that you have made some brilliant progress wince I was here last. Getting the chain plates done is a huge step. You should feel greatly encouraged and excited to be able to reach this milestone. Great work.
You need backing plates dude. I’d also take that D hoop for your stays and weld up a large backing plate as well. You have all the stress on the bolts.
And the pleasure just keeps coming. I love your approach to your project, the soundtrack, your patience and your humility. Personally I think that it looks amazing and is a credit to you, you’re the modern equivalent of “giving it a lash” and make the picture in your head become a reality. Fair play to you.
Personally, I like to see the solid looking backing plates. Having looked at some sailing yachts before buying my own, I saw some shockingly flimsey set-ups using thin steel bands. Your plates will give yourself and any passengers more confidence.
Well done. You have taken on an enormous challenge with limited skills. Your skills have improved tremendously and the challenge is getting easier. I know you’ve had help but your determination and tenacity are really what has brought this boat back to life. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to the progress.
Your U-Bolt will leak in a couple of years but that's fixable :) But depending on the load you plan to put it through, you should consider using lock-tight.
Keep pushing forward! Keep pushing forward forward! Quitting isn't an option! Improvise, adapt, and overcome! Your boat is beautiful! It is because you are making so!! God speed!
I don't think your interior chainplates look ugly... they look functional. Perhaps they can be a reflector to a kerosene lamp although nobody uses those anymore (I'm an old fart!). Keep on keeping on, Mark. You're making progress.
Mark your content is never boring fella these 24 minutes of your vlog are the best 24 minutes of every fortnight love it when my phone tells me you’ve posted your content sorry your brilliant content get a brew on with some choccy digestives and get comfortable too see what amazing progress you’ve made each time…apparently lipstick is good for dabbing on the end of u clamps if you ever need too mark up where you need too drill the holes…keep going mate your doing fantastic glad the weather is good aswell thats half the battle mate🦾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
It will be solid when you are done and you will have the know how and experience to deal with most things that will come up. Props for sticking with it and following your dream. Cheers
Looks great Mark, but I am curious as to why you didn’t fiberglass over the interior patches where the chain plates mount? Wouldn’t that give it much needed support? You’ve done a better job than most. Keep plugging away and soon the dream with be realized.
Its nice to see your confidence increase as you tackle the scary stuff. Just remember there isnt anything you break that you cant fix so just dig in and give it a go.
You’re going so well Mark. Sadly I missed a couple of episodes but so much progress is happening. You can see the overall changes and steps along the way as the sailing machine takes shape. Brilliant!
Your sheer determination guts and ability will see you through.You are not alone your fine family backup and helpful people along the way are with you to help.Well done.
At this point, it looks like you are a professional showing how things need to be done. Your father must be proud of you...mom as well of course. C u next week...friday here is your day on my list. Ciao.
Pieces of the puzzle are falling into place. I remember when you were starting on this huge undertaking. Didn't think the boat was worth it.........and look at her now!.......and over 100K subscribers!! Congratulations!!!
Great to see her coming along so much, won't be long before that mast is up! I bought myself a 26' Colvic sailor a couple of weeks ago now and she should be going in the water any day now! 😳
Nice work! You definitely have an eye for the details.
This suggestion may be overkill but I am mentioning it because I have just done something relatively similar: first off, I would suggest butyl tape on the topside outside upper part of the hull) tang threads @ 7:25. Most people are using a 45deg bit to slightly enlarge the outermost portion of the hole - then putting butyl tape around the thread and pushing it in. I would personally also consider creating a small tapered backing plate out of metal or hardwood, for those two nuts/bolts again, 7:25 - both on the inside and the outside. When you install that type of U-bolt, you have kind of a push pull type of situation where one of the bolts will be pushing whilst the other is pulling. So the lower bolt of the tang will be pulling from the hull whilst the top most part of the tang will be pushing into the hull (from the outside) The more taper you have from the bolt to the hull the more of the load is distributed through the backing plates.
Right now I see the nuts and washers creating a bit of a pinch point. The backing plate looks good enough, but it’s just something I would consider as it’s easy to drill out a piece of mild steel, treat it well, and place it underneath those washers.
I do things a little bit more than necessary though, perhaps? 🤷🏻
Anyways, great work thanks for the videos. We are engaged in the same process at the moment, so I appreciate the inspiration… Wish I had some videos to inspire you as well. Keep well.
As an engineer I'm impressed. It doesn't look ugly it looks like it will do the job. A broken mast lying across the deck in a storm looks a damn sight uglier
My friend!!, donot fasten them bolts to the fullest with sikaflex......first fasten them semi tight, let the flex dry and next day fasten to the fullest. this way it is absolutely waterproof...the sikaflex will block every little hole in tghis way,, so in its solid form if you know what i mean. GG on the progress, big up!
Great job! Keep going strong. The weather is improving, its gonna be more comfortable for you.
Dude, that looks great. I've been a carpenter for a long time and have done many things. Boats included.
I wouldn't worry about the backing plates looking "ugly". The important thing about a boat is that it works. It's coming on great!
But his washers are to small....
. I was thinking the same.
The most important thing is not that it works, but that it continues to work, and be easy to keep that way. See my other comment, And PLEASE STOP SABOTAGING THIS BOAT WITH EXPENSIVE BOLTS AND STRAPS OF STAINLESS STEEL THAT WILL DAMAGE IT AND KILL IT IN THE END!
Maybe he cares about the viewers who cares about the looks? Maybe some are subscribed because it's a pretty young blondie man haha
If it was me, I would definitely make it sea worthy as fast and cheap as possible as long as I can do the upgrades on the go. There's ALWAYS things to do on a boat
@@snorungar70 Your "to" is too small. 😂
Hi Mark. Great job, never mind it looking ugly. As long as it's 💯 safe, it's looks really good, I think. Good news about the chain plates. Keep it up, Mark. Brilliant video again, bro 💯👌🙏🇨🇮
Ive been a wood worker for years. You’re doing a much better job than you’re giving yourself credit. Keep up the good work!
I totally agree 💯
I also agree
Wonderful work and looks really strong enough to firmly hold up a strong “stick” to drive the boat with confidence!
You’re doing a great job never give up I know you won’t good work ❤
Brilliant video Mark! 👍 Chainplates are looking solid and your filming skills are top notch. Nothing like an exciting dinghy ride to add some spice to your day... Keep up the great work mate, Chris 🙂
P.s. Everyone accidentally puts the drill in reverse occasionally [at least that's what it looked like at 0.25 speed]...
P.p.s. The above comment might further increase your watch time if other people go back to the 4 minute mark and do the same investigation... 😂😉👍
If Hanneke approves that's more than good enough.
No! Hanneka knows only from the 1970s study Tokelau
@@caractacus22 I can't find this boat you speak of..
@@josephhertzberg2734 pickled herring
@@caractacus22... no, wrong youtube channel :)
@@cbpaton53 I'm so confused, why is he referencing Sam
I think its amazing what your doing, best way to learn is do. Just a heads up about washers, i was always trained square washers for timber round for steel. Timber seems to pull though round washers easier when under force.
Mark, I think I'm 50 years older than you. I really enjoy your style. You're doing a great job - both on the boat, and the filming. I would have used many more 4 letter words, but you've got a lot more class than me. Keep up the good work!.
Dont worry you are doing a great job with everything, you should be proud of what you have done so far, can't wait until shes sailing!😂
Looking good….. should be “Happy Sailing” soon congrats and kudos……..⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️⚓️
Thanks for posting and sharing. Great workmanship 👍
Brilliant work Mark.
As per previous comment regarding the chain plates strength over aesthetics , when your out in a blow you'll have confidence your mast won't fall down, and if you like you can always paint them white.
Drilling holes heart in mouth hoping all goes well...I know the feeling I'm a retired maintenance fitter they can only teach you so much in tech school and experience tells you that you measure and plan as best you can but then you just have to drill that hole 😁..
You've got good reason to be proud of what you've achieved thus far 👍👍👍
As a metalworker and fellow project boat owner, I have to say you're doing great. And about the chainplates you called ugly sometimes things just need to be done, it's a tough choice but it's strong enough and will do the job perfectly fine.
Keep up the good work!
truly amazing chainplate's Mark, a bit scarry!
I finally just bought myself a little boat ! I am excited for my own little adventure 😅
boat's looking awesome mate. been following you since the french canals during lockdown. keep up the good work mate, thanks for the vids.
That welded chainplate with all those crazy angles looks like a nifty piece of industrial art to me.
pure brutalism
@@WildlingSailing Yes those multiple angles ARE always brutal. But the end result of that chainplate looks like functional perfection to me.
I think it looks cool.
@@WildlingSailing If you don't like the look of the chainplates in the future you can always make a light weight cover with shelf to put over it when you are at anchor and have a bit of spare time, give you somewhere to keep the obligatory spider plants
They really do look cool to me… what can I tell ya. 😏
Hi Mark, with regards to the chain plates and moving th top holes dawn leaving an open hole in the plate, you could cut the top hex head off the bolt off and appoxy them on, a false bolt.
Solid work as usual. You have a much more exciting and dangerous trip to Aldi than I do! Great content, thanks.
Thanks great watch as always if you keep going at this pace mum and dad will be able to help with the fun job of rigging the mast at the end of the month.
19:07 What a beast!!!
That aluminium boat is an AeroRig setup. Very cool boat. Go anywhere in that thing. 👍
There is something deliciously honest about the chain plates. Sometimes function trumps form, however the engineering looks pleasing for its angles and it speaks of its integrity.
I would rather see it and know if it is failing rather than it be hidden and not....
just my 2 cents - drilling stainless steel is a pain in the behind. It sounds counter productive but I always use some kind of lubrication, like simple wd40. It reduces friction, the drill doesnt burn, and it reduces the drilling time.
please dont mind my rumbling if you employ this already. wishing you enjoy your project and your goal of going sailing
Nice work!! I bet your departure date feels a lot closer every day.
So the old rock song goes Once, Twice, Three Times a "chainplate"?? You cannot measure enough. Looking good, keep it up!!!
You could always hang charms off the ugly plates to make them look 👀 pretty cool 😎
Great work and super progress ❤
Slow and steady, making it strong and a safe boat. ( Where is your life jacket )
I just figured out another reason I love your videos; your sound work is excellent. Both the production side and your post work and final mixes are really well done. Excellent job, especially, considering how nice your camera work is already --even when over exposed and out of focus, the story is coming through emotionally and draws us into your journey... Love it!
a few steps closer to that first sail ! Sail, did you get it😄 Your getting there, well done Mark.
You have probably heard this already, but anywhere you have a nut, you need a Lock Washer to keep the nut from vibrating loose. Love the work you do!
Nice work this week! Cannot wait to see the rigging.
You’re doing a grand job!
Your character, talents, perseverance, temperament, respect, kindness, and appreciation all warrants the attention you are getting! Beers on me when you get to Florida.
ahh cheerss, mate!
Those chain plates look awesome industrial to me. I like the mix of metal and wood. You should invite Anika for a sail when the whole boat is done.
Congrats Mark to this good job
👍👌👏 Looks and obviously is quite sturdy! Congratulations ! 🎉
If Lady Hanneke approves your work/constructions, you can definitely be proud. I really wish that Scotty could beam you and Mahi to her place for finishing the cat there. 😁 ;-) 2) It's quite a ride to the marine shop and sharing discounter with your lil dinghy. 😱 Congrats for having such good nerves.
As always: Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing.
Best regards luck and health in particular.
The first one is always the hardest. The others will go faster as your confidence improves. Wharram's are forgiving boats. Functional and the goal to sail this summer/fall.
I don't think the chainplate backing plates are ugly at all ... I like 'em! Nice and solid.
You can beautify chain plates by buffing them up with a buffing wheel so that they shine like a mirror. Normally done in the workshop before fitting but could be done with an electric drill and buffing attachment.
Looking good mark
Mark the inside angled chainplate supports you said look ugly, will give you heaps of peace-of-mind sailing in storm and they won't look ugly when you paint them the same colour as the cabin and the backing plate nuts could be swapped for nice dome nuts - much nicer.
DO NOT USE DOME NUTS ON STAINLESS. MY SC 39 HAS HUNDREDS OF THEM. STAINLESS HAS TO BREATHE. DOME NUT CAUSE THE STAINLESS TO CORRODE AND EVENTUALLY BREAK. BSD IDEA. BELIEVE ME I KNOW!!!!!!
I think I would have used a bigger one piece backing plate rather than just the 2 washers on the u bolt
Bloody brilliant workmanship mark well done ,I a certain you will think up someways of disguising the chain plate backings 😊
Hi Mark,
Interested in how you managed to stay in Holland so long on a British passport?
I would have thought you would be restricted to 90 days in 180?
Those chain plates are looking strong 👍
One tip, with sikoflex don’t tighten up tight. Tighten a bit but leave 2mm gap, let the sikoflex dry for 48 hours then fully tighten down. Otherwise if you fully tighten when wet you squeeze all the sikoflex out. If you leave 2mm or so the sikoflex cures then you tighten it’s like a 👍⛵️gasket
The up side about undertaking such a project is this : you will know your boat better than most people know theirs who buy a boat ready to go.
Please remember to use locking nuts on the chain plates so that vibration doesn't loosen the nuts and you could put quarter round edging on the sides of the plates so that it looks finished off keep up the good work
Mark I love the music you play in your videos. Keep up the good work
Mate!
Awesome work, shipmate! 🎉
Wow, video footage of your canal crossing as well as the view of Mahi on your return was spectacular! I admire your courage and tenacity, and I'm really glad you rescued her and are restoring her for the sea. Surely, sunny days await you both. Cheers, Mark❣
What you have to keep thinking. This boat was sat abandoned with holes and water inside it. You've done a great job so far repairing it just keep persevering. You might not get things right first time but that life. Great work so far
shes comming together great that man . chainplates are function over beauty, as papa dar would say from the fabrats " Hammer it to fit and paint it to match " . shes looking good man .
I feel your pain at drilling holes in your dream, and the "ugly" plate, however it will be super strong and probably look better with some paint on it? Also if Hanneke is saying it is good then, well, enough said 🙂
Nice work! You are becoming an impressive owner, making your boat your own -in a real sense.
Hi Mark. Having originally followed you almost since the beginning, I have only bren dropping in every few weeks of late. I just wanted to say that you have made some brilliant progress wince I was here last. Getting the chain plates done is a huge step. You should feel greatly encouraged and excited to be able to reach this milestone. Great work.
You need backing plates dude. I’d also take that D hoop for your stays and weld up a large backing plate as well. You have all the stress on the bolts.
You are so clever the way you work out the difficult problems. Your skills are progressing wonderfully. Keep going. You will be sailing soon.
Looking really good, Mark! Your dream has become reality, and you have made it happen. 😎🥰😎🥰😎
And the pleasure just keeps coming.
I love your approach to your project, the soundtrack, your patience and your humility.
Personally I think that it looks amazing and is a credit to you, you’re the modern equivalent of “giving it a lash” and make the picture in your head become a reality. Fair play to you.
Good lad Mark, keep her lit :)
Solid engineering mate!
Personally, I like to see the solid looking backing plates. Having looked at some sailing yachts before buying my own, I saw some shockingly flimsey set-ups using thin steel bands. Your plates will give yourself and any passengers more confidence.
Well done. You have taken on an enormous challenge with limited skills. Your skills have improved tremendously and the challenge is getting easier. I know you’ve had help but your determination and tenacity are really what has brought this boat back to life. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to the progress.
Good to see those chain plates so well engineered. No such thing as ugly. Just functional !
Your U-Bolt will leak in a couple of years but that's fixable :) But depending on the load you plan to put it through, you should consider using lock-tight.
Looks very strong
Keep pushing forward! Keep pushing forward forward! Quitting isn't an option! Improvise, adapt, and overcome! Your boat is beautiful! It is because you are making so!! God speed!
I don't think your interior chainplates look ugly... they look functional. Perhaps they can be a reflector to a kerosene lamp although nobody uses those anymore (I'm an old fart!). Keep on keeping on, Mark. You're making progress.
Yes Mark this does feel like a big turning point you’re doing a great job Love & kindness
Nice to see you working under blue sky at long last, great progress and great filming.
Stainless steel don't like being cut and drilled does it? Tears up tools and drill bits. But it won't rust or flex and break. Great job brother.
Some pool chalk would make the marks easier. Just saying, saves time too.
Mark your content is never boring fella these 24 minutes of your vlog are the best 24 minutes of every fortnight love it when my phone tells me you’ve posted your content sorry your brilliant content get a brew on with some choccy digestives and get comfortable too see what amazing progress you’ve made each time…apparently lipstick is good for dabbing on the end of u clamps if you ever need too mark up where you need too drill the holes…keep going mate your doing fantastic glad the weather is good aswell thats half the battle mate🦾🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Awesome! The chain plates are ready to take on the world!
You're doing a great job. We have a place for you to keep your boat here in Florida. We really enjoy observing your progress. Just keep the faith.
It will be solid when you are done and you will have the know how and experience to deal with most things that will come up. Props for sticking with it and following your dream. Cheers
Don't be so hard on yourself the plates look good be proud off yourself People Will always have there own opinion.
Looks great Mark, but I am curious as to why you didn’t fiberglass over the interior patches where the chain plates mount? Wouldn’t that give it much needed support? You’ve done a better job than most. Keep plugging away and soon the dream with be realized.
Suggest you glass in those hardwood backers inside hull.
bro your chainplates are good-looking, and sturdy af. You're getting better and better.
Approaching 110,000 subs!
Week after week, best channel on the Tube.
🎉 you'll know every inch of her, and she knows what love is!
And know where things have been done poorly and on the cheap. Still putting lipstick on a pig.
You're doin' it skipper. Putting your energy into your windship has a lot of meaning Highest blessings
I do not think the chain plates are ugly. When you are at sea in a blow they will provide reassurance.
Its nice to see your confidence increase as you tackle the scary stuff. Just remember there isnt anything you break that you cant fix so just dig in and give it a go.
You’re going so well Mark. Sadly I missed a couple of episodes but so much progress is happening. You can see the overall changes and steps along the way as the sailing machine takes shape. Brilliant!
You got this.
Your sheer determination guts and ability will see you through.You are not alone your fine family backup and helpful people along the way are with you to help.Well done.
At this point, it looks like you are a professional showing how things need to be done. Your father must be proud of you...mom as well of course. C u next week...friday here is your day on my list. Ciao.
You must make the cross beams non movable because your chain plates are not movable otherwise your mast will not be tuneable.
What??? Why sending this to me?
Thanks!
Thanks so much mate!!
Pieces of the puzzle are falling into place.
I remember when you were starting on this huge undertaking. Didn't think the boat was worth it.........and look at her now!.......and over 100K subscribers!! Congratulations!!!
Great to see her coming along so much, won't be long before that mast is up! I bought myself a 26' Colvic sailor a couple of weeks ago now and she should be going in the water any day now! 😳
Great vlog..............Thanks.
Every other minute I’m like “ oh dear, I hope he’s going to…” and before I could complete the thought you did.
Great work and thanks for sharing it.
I can see you in the future restoring a boat like the other youtube channel called sailing yabà.