I Built a Micro (40 sq ft.) Luxury Houseboat!
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I challenge Zach @FowlersMakeryandMischief to build the word's smallest micro house boat that has all the amenities including cooking, sleeping, sitting, and so much more. Join me on this adventure while I work to building the most epic house boat, or pontoon boat that is fully equipped for overnight.
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Kevin, Shall you be building a boat house for your house boat? 🤔
call it THE MIDGE
Call it the unsinkable 2
That's funny Little Pony boat you should have gotten two of those and bolted them together so you had a real boat sometimes you make me laugh hahaha too freaking funny
I was actually looking for a new razor brand, and this seemed to fit what I was looking for... but they don't ship everywhere in the EU, only 4 countries! 😠 and Hungary is obviously *not* on the list...
I would add two pontoons for balance and that would give more balance and a walk around deck possibly. It is a cute concept regardless as for refitting old boats and making miniature lake campers. Definitely ballast stones are needed under the floor and making the back sitting area longer for comfortable fishing or daytime photography. Definitely add a safety feature too, floating life vest and lighting the front back and sides with led lighting and a foghorn.
Why do you prefer floating life vests?
Exciting and Competitive Crazy 😅😂🤣
For sure
@@chrissmith3509 i tried the sinking ones but .... shits hard to swim in!
Maybe a little centerboard? A lot of small sailboats use one that can be pushed down, and add stability.
Hey Kevin what you need to do is make a couple fold down outriggers that lock in and kind of work as a walk around porch to give you more area and stability
yep your spot on narrow for towing good idea.
I was just thinking some sort of deployable out rigging system to provide extra stabilization
I was actually thinking the same thing XD
I am fully impressed! It’s just a complete th-cam.com/users/postUgkxGqOCINHE0Z0E5gxzSdNi9NWGugRY5Hm2 plan with the best resources and step by step instructions . These shed plans are so satisfying as if the sheds build themselves on their own. Worthy work Ryan!
"Prawley naught." Dawn's response to Kevin wondering if he should put rocks in the bottom of the boat for ballast. ❤️
Love Don!!! 🙃
@@christinefuller3168 Dawn is a STAR!!! ❤️❤️⭐
He kills me!!!
Good name for the boat!
@@Over60sowhat you're over 60? Don is probably over 60 too. Just saying. Maybe Don needs a good lady😀
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Thanks, but no thanks! I will most happily watch YOUR videos with great pleasure. LOVE your creativity and skills. Have NO intention or interest to watch the other channel. Blessings to you 💕
Recycled tire weights melted and poured into a composite likeness mold in the the shape of the center to front v keel since you’re adding more weight to the rear eventually. Interesting undertaking as usual. For space and ballast, probably the most efficient product at nearly zero cost. Rename it “BLUE BOBBER”
Nice video. I would like to see the back area having a tent like cover like yachts have on top and this way you have a bigger sleep area length wise. In the front of the big window put a a real wooden ship steering wheel. I suggest putting some pontoons on both sides for stability and style I suggest that you name the boat "Tiny Rocker."
Saw that little boat you were going to use for a base... you should have tested how buoyant the boat base is/was... fill the basic boat with enough rocks to sink it, then take the rocks out and weigh them to see what the maximum weight it can float without sinking... otherwise you might over build the house part.
If you make it like a catamaran style, you can stabilize the build more and could pull off adding a second floor, as well as the space between the pontoons and the boat could be turned into a porch.
Also you can make a round boat and tie it to the back as 'the shed'.
18:44 "stick to the lakes and the waterfalls you used to" 😀😀😀🤣🤣
Nice TLC reference. Makes me feel old
If you can add on....then maybe a couple of pontoons on each side to increase stability and increase usable floor space. If you put a wood burning stove in it, then put the wood in the bottom of boat which will help weight down and balance better. This is gonna be fun. Are you planning on renting out your buildings you build as unique airbnb?
You should name the boat "Still Buoyant", it's a name that works until it doesn't!
Not even 1 minute in and Dons rowing had me cracking up 😂 Fowler won’t know what hit em’
Man, this was a great episode! I was honestly laughing when you pulled out the mannequin 😂
If you included some outriggers, you would increase the available build space and minimise the risk of capsizing
Make the boat into a Erie Canal river boat with attached side tanks to help floatation. The side tanks could be covered with wood that you could walk along and pole your boat down the river. Check out the old Davy Crockett 1950's TV series of him and his sidekick friend and arch enemy propelling their river boats with long poles.
Good ideas. Davy Crockett; I'll try to find that episodes. :)
0:33 Laughed out loud. Like: for real.
Your videos are getting better and better!
Name the boat "Sreamboat Donny"
Kevin definitely add some pontoons to the sides, otherwise it will become a submarine and your trout will have a new home!
That was my thought too!😂
Your project is coming along wonderfully!
Regarding your elbow affliction - medial epicondylitis, there are several things you can do to help the pain. 1. Take anti inflammatory medication like advil or Al eve, as long as you aren’t allergic. 2. A lineament like you used or something like Icey Hot may offer some relief. 3. Probably most effective is a wrist splint to rest those tendons. It should be worn day and night. 4. Physical therapy and acupuncture may also help a bunch. Best of luck to you. Look forward to the next installment.
definitely needs pontoon stabilizers. maybe keel extension ridge on the underside about an inch or two should help. especially if the wind comes up and you are out on a lake. ballast weight might also help. storing powerpacks under the floor in the storage compartment could help with that. the addition of outriggers might provide a good area for a walk around deck for fishing. love the video.
Kevin - "I shall pull the boat with Don in it!"
Friction - "You've seen the floor, do I mean nothing to you?"
Great project. Just remember that the center of mass should be as low as possible to avoid it tipping over. Maybe a heavier keel?
On the other hand, this kind of boats have floats in the structure. They are supposed to keep it floating if it is filled with water. Have you calculated the lifting force of the current floats? What will be the total weight? If the floats are not sufficient, maybe you can add some sort of side floats to keep it afloat.
Also it came to mind that since the walls seem a bit high, they will pose quite a large sail surface and the boat will be sensitive to winds. If you have a keel, you can use that for true sailing. Then you might need a rudder too.
Okay it's finally time, it's time for sir Don to do one of the sponsor segments.
It has to be one of the sponsors that absolutely loves Don as much as we do and will shower him with gifts for doing the sponsor segment.
And of course the channel gets the sponsor money.
Most random comment ever
The thing I love about Don the most, is he doesn't do it for money or recognition, he just wants to help his mate out with some projects and try new and interesting things.
He also has a heart of gold. Not saying he doesn't deserve to be showered with gifts though. :)
Maybe folding pontoons so that it can be easily trailered? Love your content, keep up the good work!
Hello there.. Martie from Florida here. I love watching and sharing the videos on your channel. I really like the "TLC" reference. Stick to the rivers and lakes you're used to. Good one. Keep the videos coming. Stay safe out there!😉👋
In lieu of the underlayment for siding, look into "poor-man's fiberglass". It's basically canvas soaked in wood glue lain over foamboard, then coated in an all-weather paint. I have seen several micro-campers made from it, including one that can be towed behind a Vespa. This can possibly be used for structural members as well. It should cut down on the overall weight above the boat hull, lowering the center of balance.
6:33 I haven't finished the video yet so you may have already addressed your plans for "number one and number two," but while we're offering tips, I have a pitch. Since space is at such a premium on your tiny houseboat, I would suggest a collapsing portable commode and solid waste disposal bags. I just recently got one for my car camping setup and find it to be very convenient-it feels very sturdy and folds down into a smaller form factor. The bags that come with a dry powdered enzyme (like the Restop 2 for example, among some cheaper brands on Amazon) basically dry out your poop and break it down, such that you can seal the bag up (it's double-bagged) and there is very little smell to deal with until you have the chance to throw it away (safe to put right in the trash). They also make urinal bags as well, but they don't do much that an empty water bottle can't do, besides maybe make you feel civilized lol.
I'm sure you could even make a collapsing commode out of wood just like the store-bought ones if you were feeling particularly motived! lol
Maybe "The Ridgeline Rambler" for the boat's name? Or the "Timber Rambler," like a play on timber rattler? "River / Riverine / Riverain / Riverian / Riparian Rambler?" I'm a sucker for rare adjectives. Just few things that came to mind anyways.
Are you going to consider adding outriggers for stability and for "cool" storage?
Weight on the bottom could be accomplished with a couple automotive batteries wired in parallel for your electric motor. If you want, a solar panel could be added to the roof for trickle charging the batteries. As others have suggested, foam outriggers and a layer of foam on the outer hull to add buoyancy.
Please stay safe out there. Wishing you and Don and your families a blessed week, gentle weather and restful evenings. Peace Kevin
Finally!! Don got some payback for all the times he was digging while you held the camera and talked. Lol.
That rear section could do with a canvas cover, something like a bimini top or how jeeps have a cloth top that still protects from the weather. It would give you more leg room for sleeping when the weather is nice. Narrow boats/canal boats often have the same type of thing to give protected enclosed space without needing solid construction.
When you were looking at the rear of the roof I thought it was perfect for having a slide out section to allow for coverage to get all the way back with a hard top.
I would add some fold down pontoons to help stabilize, you could even use plastic drums, i cant wait to see this finished, keep up the great work and content
Love how Don went from background 'shy guy' to paddling the concrete river in the garage :)
Yes, either outriggers, or pontoons for stability. It'll float fine, even move through the water fine under power, but the stability in a cross wind or waves would scare even Capt Bligh...Personally, I'd rename it "Nauti Boy"...lol Love what you're doing ❤️
That's some funny stuff in the opening scene, Kev and Don. I couldn't stop howling! 🤣
My suggestion for the new name for the boat is not Housy McHouseboat, but rather Whoshot Jr. I would also suggest "Bacon & Egger" if you know what I mean. Excellent video, thank you for sharing!
The Man with a plan. Kevin is always thinking of ideas, and then makes them work. Looking good so far. Yep, Don is little Kevin. Love him.
The Ramble Jamble, paying homage to her past and the jammed together nature of her construction.
She's fantastic.
You could have the sides of the boat fold out with those long locking hinges(the kind you would have for a fold out window) with a tarp cut to be fited around the foldout peice to act like a roof . Then add a floatation device underneath the foldout to stabilize the boat. This would help stabilize the boat and add storage room look a shelf. This can be done to one or both sides depending on your materials. Tldr. Add roofed foldout shelves to the sides of the boat.
Kevin, you come up with some of the coolest idea"s for projects! I totally love this! Prawely Naught, would be a good name!
You always show up Fowler in these build offs! Use that propeller for a keel to keep the boat study
I always laugh when Kevin upscales simple tasks like lighting a fire with a blowtorch or launching a 6’ boat with with a tractor. 😊
Honestly idk how you don’t have millions of followers. Most underrated Chanel on TH-cam
Pretty sweet little house boat or house dingy can't wait to see what you come up with next till then stay safe
Love this! Name ideas: Dawn's Dream, Princess (Auto) of The Seas, Kevin's Caffeine Creation, Timber Trawler.....
You are a Awesome craftsman and thank you! Can’t wait till it is finished!!!
How about the SS Reliance or MS Reliance lol, I think once both of your houseboats are complete you and Fowler should do a joint naming ceremony and camp out on the water 👍
How about putting a basement in the boat lol hahaha !!!!! Great informative video Kevin!!! Take care and stay safe my friend!!
Might accidentally make it into a submarine. 😅😅
Nice beginning! I'm in favor of the ballast and out riggers. I'm not a boat builder though.
I love your mini house boat build. I watched the 2nd part first. Can't wait until it's done. It us going to be awesome
I believe I would have cut some red cedar thin strips to use for the roof, similar to what they do when they make canoes out of red cedar.
I think with a clear coat it would have been absolutely beautiful and waterproof.
Judging by what you’ve done in the past I’m sure this will be top notch and will look quite awesome😊
It's pretty tippy. How about some outriggers for stability? Maybe fold up ones? Definitely need ballast too.
A composting toilet is your best option for a toilet. There's a risk of making it too top heavy and it would be impractical to add some kind of heavy keel, a centreboard like they have on really small sailing boats that you can drop down would help stabilise it or add outriggers, the latter would be the easiest and you could mount whatever decide to use to propel the boat to them.
I’m so excited to see a channel with constant progression and amazing honesty on the experiences you show. From a fellow red head who would love to take back the title given to me (and possibly you) by so many bullies or just people, ‘Fire Conch (of the lake)’ as the boat name.
Red Headed Step child
You have an awesome imagination when it comes to building things.luv this vid caint wait to see the finish product.oh and how about the ss self reliance as a boat name?
"stick to the lakes and waterfalls that you used to"! bahahah. yes ,... gotta love your random references. i feel like most people miss
Not sure if anyone has said it yet but extra flotation/balance. You could attach those 55 gallon blue plastic drums to either side.
You had me laughing out loud several times this video! I think this boathouse is going to blow the other one out of the water for sure.
Name suggestions:
Jenny (from Forrest Gump)
D3KO (Star Wars inspired, three Dons and Kevin knocks out the competition)
Farfromsinkin (German inspired)
Big Bobber
I think you should have a lot of bungee nets for storage and decoration on the inside because if it's all in the bottom condensation and leaks can make everything wet.
What color will you paint it? Liliana should choose 😁
I can't wait to see what it looks like next week! Take care and give warm hugs to all you love! ✌️🩵🐖💨
Farfromsinkin.... my vote!
@@pebbleonabluedot6350 🥰
Your builds are always amazing and inspirational. You’ll definitely win this contest!
You could possibly add two pontoon style outriggers to the micro houseboat to add expansion of storage and leave room in the boat itself for other small amenities.
You're such an incredible inspiration
That's a fun project. Due to the height I would add outriggers for stability.
Hilarious intro!!! It is SO CUTE!!! 😁 I was surprised it didn't tip forward. Good job. I think there are some good suggestions in here as to what might help stabilize it further. I am not expert so I will just enjoy the show!! Love your videos so much! Peace and Good Fortune and the Good Health to you and Don and your families. All the best. This is so fun!
Going be cool to see you do an overnighter in that floating around a lake haha
I feel like you should have WAYYYYY more subs!!! I love your creations & love watching them being made. ♥️
Just gotta share the vids... That's the only way it grows. Thanks for watching. If every sub shared and they joined I'd have 3 million subs.. ;-)
Thats right!
Puerto Rico U S A
😝 You have a smart dog. The chicanery he's been witness to boggles the mind.
I think this is a great stealth boat for camping/fishing/hunting so how about the Bean Beret and colour it camo?
Take your favorite animal and call it Rambling (insert animal). I personally vote "Rambling Crow" or "Rambling Fox". Maybe Tipsy Rambler.
(24:07) Rambl On (Sorry, I was just listening to some Led Zep)... and you name a boat by swinning a bottle of champagne and braking it on the boat! lol
I get real excited when i see that you uploaded a video cannot believe you actually took that houseboat idea from the previous videos 🤣 i love it ❤️
In regards to your elbow pain, my dad taught me a trick. Keep your arms straight when you're sleeping. If you bend them or curl them up underneath you it tends to aggravate the issue. I also take 500 mg of Naproxen (Aleve) twice a day to alleviate the inflammation. A brace called Band-it really helps when working, it helps prevent the tendon from sliding over that bone on the inside of your elbow. As with most soft tissue and repetitive motion injuries it takes a month or two... or three to go away. If the pain persists your doc may give you a script of Methylprednisolone to calm things down. Hope this helps and nice boat!
My wife (a nurse) says you know what you are talking about! Thanks.
Should have just attached a trolling motor to the House Ball. Bam. Get two birds stoned at once.
You should add 2 pontoons to the side to stabilize it and keep it buoyant while adding more weight to it
Ideas for the boat, multi functional furniture. best thing for a tiny space, would love to see that
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Joint pain: use honey mixed with apple vinegar, mix it 2 parts honey one part vinegar and eat a tablespoon 3x per day. It destroys joint pains
Immediately from the support you made to work on the boat, i thought 2 barrels attached to the sides, possibly 2 on each side, would give you stability and some more floor space depending on how you wanted to go with it.
Amazing video! And I like the way you guys are together with each other it's amazing
Great video glad you posted keep them coming thanks
I think you should put a small electric gyroscope I think its called, so your boat will rock a little bit less from side to side. Btw I love your videos!
It seems very top heavy, like many have mentioned, some type of outriggers or pontoon kind of structure should help make the boat not just tip over or possibly sink if it's not buoyant enough
Oh boy you fellows….I LOVED THAT ENTRANCE!
Been waiting for this build!
I'd set it up so the doors in the back open up and extend the walls of the boat. So if the weather's bad you can still sit on the back and enjoy your self. And you need to set up a way yo keep the rain from running into the boat when the doors are closed. The water will come in under the doors.
You need a weighted keel on bottom to keep it from being so tippy I’m sure you can make one that is removable like wedge fit
@19:45 in....maybe install scrolling doors that, when open scroll arount to the outside of the boat. that way u can enclose the whole thing when u want but also have it open when u want with out having to figure out where to swing or hinge doors
Very small can't wait to see how you make it comfortable enough to sleep with heat cooking n all the accessories needed
I had to laugh. When you had the red tape on the cardboard you were making for the bottom of the bed the tape shpe looked like this “ghost” spirit figures they show on the investigative shows where they ghost hunt. They are stick figures that move around. Pretty cool to watch Kevin & Don. You both amaze me the things you create. The SS scuttle plug. Don’t forget it! 🤣
For the elbow, honestly rest it, keep it elevated, cool, and drink plenty water. You can try sage oil, which is extremely effective pure, but a lot of people are a bit scared of using it pure for reasons you will find out with some research, if you do consider it. It's a short term relief though.
Boat looks great, seen an interesting idea where the rudder control is at the front, so you can see easier passed the sides, challenging yes, but I just thought it was cool.
" maybe takin it out to the atlantic ocean or something like that"... what a hoot !
Boatie Mac Boat Face will always be my favourite. 😂
I love your channel period. Wish you had many more projects in advance
Smoked Fowler....Never a doubt tho.... was there?
The bobber. Is a name for the boat. The little boat that could.
9:23 when you discover the razors you've been using for years have a secret blade that you never knew about😭😂
If that big propeller blade was heavier it would make a nice keel. Giving stability and maybe an upper crawl space to sleep.
My thought exactly. A fold down propeller keel. It doesn't need to be heavy on such a small boat . It would offer resistance against the water to increase stability. Propellers have a curve in them though so it tend to want to go in circles.
You got to love the sir Don and Kevin show
love watching your videos giving me alot of ideas
You go Kev another great idea xxx
18:40 Was that a TLC - Waterfalls reference!? :D