Hey Ricky, I’m sure you have considered it , but is now the time to increase access to that Diesel engine by cutting a new wider longer hatch. You are the “guru” of fibreglass! You will be thankful later I’m sure when it comes time to change the oil n filter n water pump impeller . All the best.
I have binge watched from episode 1 to 98 over just a couple of days. (Well long nights too) Now I find myself really worrying and waiting for the next update. They wont come fast enough. Congrats guys on a great project and incredible work ethic. Cant wait to see you hit the water and have some epic adventures.
With long term engine vibration not tabbing the inside of the engine mounts would be a cause for concern, have you considered tabbing in small mounting blocks for the engine bay for long term peace of mind, in addition the engine once mounted will want to twist against the force of water which could cause corner cracking points in the tabbing, i would consider additional external reinforced points that secure the engine bay to hull, as structural members, tabbing will break off like duct tape once properly stressed
Dear Lady Africa, One little trick that you can do to help with the dust is this. Get a furnace filter Large square filter for heating and cooling systems in a home (in the US we have these, Im not sure about South Africa). Tape it to the back of a box fan (air intake) and point the fan to a window or opening of some sort. As the dust floats through the air it will follow the air flow and get sucked up in the filter. This will not solve the dust problem but with the covering and cloths over other things it may lower how much dust you have to clean. Just thought I would share. Good luck with the engine install. I wish I had the means and funds to do this but alas I am just a working man trying to provide for his family. God Bless.
Looking great. I am going to miss the refit videos. (I know you two will not...LOL). As you sail I hope you continue to include repair and upgrade sections to your vids. Rah Rah Rah! God Bless.
Make some 'positive' interior hull templates every 100 mm and transfer the curve to some 'negative' templates. You can check your cut lines 'upside down' on the bases before cutting, measure twice, cut once...
Looks like Its a grind :) For sure I would attach those engine beds so there is no question about what would happen "if", something bad happens --- Two or three, 3" braces along the box might be considered that would not hinder access to the engines? That's my 2 cents. Beer before the going into the compartment helps with inverted and twisted yoga but maybe not grinding safely.
I realize it's far too late for this idea.....but would it have been possible to mount both engines centrally in the location of the previous engine?? (reminiscent of paired motors on some larger outboards) or was that space too small to cram them both in there together? Would it be worthwhile to create a large hatch in the ceiling of the space above where the motors are to allow them to be lowered into place?
I hope you don't mind me saying this but it "ground" not "grinder". Sorry but it hurts my ears. Keep up the great work, I can't wait to see how the sail/drive system fits. In think that Vetus have been amazing, what an incredibly generous gift!
Stick with it. You are almost there. But please don’t forget a sticky note for MACAN !!!! Cheers
Video nr. 100 . Congrats , i been autoplaying since yesterday .... awesome , praise the Lord ....
very good video thank you glad all coming together
@11:38 the builders notepad LOL Awesome explanations of adding in engine mounts to an existing hull
Good work Ricky
Hey Ricky, I’m sure you have considered it , but is now the time to increase access to that Diesel engine by cutting a new wider longer hatch. You are the “guru” of fibreglass! You will be thankful later I’m sure when it comes time to change the oil n filter n water pump impeller . All the best.
I have binge watched from episode 1 to 98 over just a couple of days. (Well long nights too) Now I find myself really worrying and waiting for the next update. They wont come fast enough. Congrats guys on a great project and incredible work ethic. Cant wait to see you hit the water and have some epic adventures.
Are you from Western Australia Cameron? not a very common name. I new a good fella that shares your name a long (20 years) ago
1 Can Stuntman no Can sorry from Queensland.
Sooo close to having the engines installed!
I think I'll pass on Rickey's "downward-concussion dog" yoga pose. 😅
Lol
Ja, great job helping these two sailors out, baie dankie Vetus 👍.
Looking bloody marvelous..........
Looking good Ricky - saying hi from the sea heading to the Canaries 👍
With long term engine vibration not tabbing the inside of the engine mounts would be a cause for concern, have you considered tabbing in small mounting blocks for the engine bay for long term peace of mind, in addition the engine once mounted will want to twist against the force of water which could cause corner cracking points in the tabbing, i would consider additional external reinforced points that secure the engine bay to hull, as structural members, tabbing will break off like duct tape once properly stressed
Always Thumbs up! I'm excited for you guys.
Wow getting the engines down into those spots is going to be quite an effort, and you have to do it TWICE!! Can’t wait to see it.
Dear Lady Africa, One little trick that you can do to help with the dust is this.
Get a furnace filter Large square filter for heating and cooling systems in a home (in the US we have these, Im not sure about South Africa). Tape it to the back of a box fan (air intake) and point the fan to a window or opening of some sort. As the dust floats through the air it will follow the air flow and get sucked up in the filter. This will not solve the dust problem but with the covering and cloths over other things it may lower how much dust you have to clean. Just thought I would share.
Good luck with the engine install.
I wish I had the means and funds to do this but alas I am just a working man trying to provide for his family.
God Bless.
Getting close
Can’t wait to see you at sea
I love that you take the time to explain and also the commentary.
What a beautiful catamaran... more outside footage of the cat please :)
Cutting a big ass hole in your hull has gotta be stressful as it gets...cold beer can help afterwards!
Big thumbs up !!!!
Awesome job, keep up the GREAT work!!!
Looking great. I am going to miss the refit videos. (I know you two will not...LOL). As you sail I hope you continue to include repair and upgrade sections to your vids. Rah Rah Rah! God Bless.
Thanks Dave , we sure will cover the upgrades
Looking forward to seeing the Engine's going in lol.
The water is getting closer! Almost there! Keep up the good work!
Your neighbor’s dog is sound bombing your video!! Haha...looking forward to seeing the install on those shiny new engines!
Make some 'positive' interior hull templates every 100 mm and transfer the curve to some 'negative' templates. You can check your cut lines 'upside down' on the bases before cutting, measure twice, cut once...
Just when it started to get exciting , gotta wait till next week
Really love seeing how far you guys have come, simply awesome, Darryl
Everything looks lekker, guys.
Should you move the water maker, out of the engine bay, would it be better for service.? I Enjoy being part of your journey thru TH-cam.
Hi guys, when the boat is afloat will any liquids in the bilge sit aft of the enjine mounts ? Cos you cant put limber holes in your motor mounts.
Looks like Its a grind :)
For sure I would attach those engine beds so there is no question about what would happen "if", something bad happens --- Two or three, 3" braces along the box might be considered that would not hinder access to the engines? That's my 2 cents. Beer before the going into the compartment helps with inverted and twisted yoga but maybe not grinding safely.
More work but well worth it...😎
Boat repair yoga has kill many a man. The cure is a good beer at the end of the day.
good job man, keep at it!
Love it guys
Cool
Is there no space to place the engines in the back? Or am I looking wrong. Just thinking about the noise or fumes.
Go Oz Go Ozy
👍👍👍
Lovin the USA flag!!
I realize it's far too late for this idea.....but would it have been possible to mount both engines centrally in the location of the previous engine?? (reminiscent of paired motors on some larger outboards) or was that space too small to cram them both in there together?
Would it be worthwhile to create a large hatch in the ceiling of the space above where the motors are to allow them to be lowered into place?
Zoom zoom
She is coming "alive" Lady Africa gets twins.
I hope you don't mind me saying this but it "ground" not "grinder". Sorry but it hurts my ears.
Keep up the great work, I can't wait to see how the sail/drive system fits. In think that Vetus have been amazing, what an incredibly generous gift!
Whatever
Hope you have a box of tissues ready ......
Just a point of english The word ground is used to demonstrate past tense there fore (grounded)or (grinded) is not used
Would you like me to send you a box of tissues for sunday morning .?? .. looks like you are going to need them ..
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