It is a real joy to watch a craftsman at work! To me, this is the same level of craftsmanship that those who build fine watches, stone sculptures, or any of the masterpieces throughout history. As a sailboat guy, it is inspirational and encourages to tackle my piddly little jobs, such as restoring my dinghy, or refurbishing the cabin sole. Thank you for sharing your skills, and encouraging me to greater successes!
I am really concerned for Lou’s safety as I haven’t seen him post up any late videos.We hope and pray that nothing is wrong with his health due these Covid tough times
This is great from bees wax to the setting of planners, driving in screws taking out nails all made to look achievable. Really encouraging to dream of doing something like what you do. Simply fantastic thank you once more.
Thank you Lou for another fine episode. That bottom is smooth and curvy. Like the the way you described how you modified the power plane. Looking forward to seeing the big plywood wheels for turning her over.
It is always so inspirational to watch and listen to you work. That you still have the passion for what you do is refreshing. Thanks for sharing it with us, Lou.
My experience with Bondo taught me to use a material that wasn't absorbent to mix on. The results were a bit better. I wonder if it would be better with Total Fair?
I love to watch and learn your channel. My only suggestion would be to use separate spatula for part A and B so as to not contaminate/activate in the container.
In the last video, you talked about how little time it took and how simple and easy it is to fasten the nails. And in this video, you talk about how long it took and say that's it's a little frustrating. I think it shows how you get SO much work done. You tell yourself that you love it even when you don't. You find enjoyment in it even when it's grueling. Then sometimes you look back and say, "yeah that really wasn't fun or easy but it was necessary and worthwhile". Attitude is everything!
While you were planning the boat you spoke of aerodynamics the only time your boat experience this is when you are hauling it on a trailer fluid dynamics is what the boat experiences once it is in the water and I am sure that is the critical part of the design background mechanical design engineering it looks beautiful 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
A bit of a concern from a complete novice: why is there no problem with sea water or fresh water on the inside of the boat and on the bottom on the inside (both on the sole and the planking) on exposed, 'untreated', non fibreglassed wood?
thanks for explaining how you keep your planer blade edges out of your work. i was thinking you might have ground the blades. a shim to push the center of each blade forward. theres a trick you can take to the bank. guessing you sorted that out after running the corners into a bit of wood. awesome watching you work, your an excellant teacher.
By far the best thing about lou is that although he has mastered and thoroughly understands the oldschool way of doing things, he's still constantly thinking of ways to improve and evolve his techniques. That kind of optimistic forward thinking is usually only found in naive 20 somethings.
After seeing your video on the power planner a few years ago, I bought one at a garage sale. Awesome tool, thanks for all the great tips and craftsmanship!
This is the strangest boat construction I have ever seen. Its like trying to keep your pants up with belts + braces + rope + more belts + more braces + steel cables + more belts.... It must be intended for ice-braking work.
I'm planning to build a pangga skiff of about 24' in length, how tall / deep and wide should we be shooting for if we are to use Isuzu C190 engine on this kind of boat?
Not sure what a pangga skiff is and it all depends on the use and your preference, but at that size the sides would be around 3' high and maybe 7 feet wide? It's all up to you!
Master class in every episode. The hydraulic pressure trick I never saw before. Getting a fully filled fastener hole is never a certain thing. This seems like the best way and simplest versus other methods.
Nice work. The boat is coming along nicely. I spent a few years restoring classic mahogany runabouts for a living and the company I worked for also custom designed and build some beautiful mahogany speed boats, run abouts and Gentlemen Racers. Really miss that type of work. I would really like to see a video of how you tune and set up these electric planers and how you are shaping the blades to work properly. Thats the one thing I always found the most fascinating was working with craftsman that found ways to work around a problem designing and making their own tools or modifications to existing tools. It's truly priceless knowledge in my opinion.
Chris, we did make a video on setting up the Ryobi planer when it arrived and we'll show you more about the blade set-up here before too long, stay tuned!
U cracked me up! when you flexed up your bicep! meanwhile its a power plane. Did you forget you were using one. LOU LOL Man that's one hell of a lot of screws.. That one nice boat solid as a rock. Nice job Lou nice job!
She's got such sweet lines, Lou! Absolutely love watching you at work -- always. I wish I had the room and the money to build a boat again. Oh, and what a thrill every time I see my name on that Patron board :-)
We love having you on there Ray, thanks for the comments, you're welcome anytime! Would love to visit and see the wooden boats on your side of the globe one day
After one of your videos I disengaged the safety on mine (I'm left n had to use both hand to start it) and took of the kick stand to cause it messed me up starting moor than once. Tks Lou!
Who says you can't reinvent the wheel! Love these new ways of doing old things. I'll be shimming my power plane this weekend, maybe finally able to get some use out of it! Thanks for the tips.
I'd LOVE to volunteer to be his shop helper for a month or two! Can you imagine the skills and knowledge you'd pick up. He's forgot more than i'll ever know about building a boat.
Don't know who designed my Aquaforce 1990s widebody bay fishing skiff but has a bulbous bow just as being done here and just throws that tons of heavy brack salt aaft and starboard like it was snowflakes. Remarkable hull and I've never seen another like it until this. Sea-keeping is just amazing both at rest but especially whilst underway...and with minimum need for power to boot. Looking forward to top side on this but yes these are hulls born to be with the Sea ...and be one with that water too...no doubt.
Sir do you ever use Kevlar fiber for the Center rib to give extra protection? Thanks and learning A lot about Boat building. God Bless you and Peace be With you
The screws were mere insurance if not overkill since I can't imagine two layers of epoxied and fiberglassed together white cedar planks made into one big monocoque skin all epoxied to the keelson, stringers, and chines could ever come loose.
Just a "silly" question. Have you ever heard of using tongue and groove planking for boat hulls? With a string of caulking in the groove and tight engagement of the tongue I would think that would be the perfect fitting. I've been following you for several years, keep up the great work.
I'm not an expert but with all the bends the grooves or tenons would break off if you get them plum at all. The stresses are in the outboard direction which t&g is not meant for. Also if you ever wanted to replace a plank you got a problem.
People were planking boats long before machinery was available to make tongue and groove jointing.. The advantage of butt planking is that you can get any hapless sailor to jump over the side and hammer the wadding and tar back into the leaking joints. Those round the world sailing voyages required up to half a dozen beachings in far off places to recall because the old girl had 'sprung a leak"!!
You wanted the best, you got the best .... Lou! Master shipwright.
It is a real joy to watch a craftsman at work! To me, this is the same level of craftsmanship that those who build fine watches, stone sculptures, or any of the masterpieces throughout history. As a sailboat guy, it is inspirational and encourages to tackle my piddly little jobs, such as restoring my dinghy, or refurbishing the cabin sole. Thank you for sharing your skills, and encouraging me to greater successes!
I have no idea about boat building, but I'm sure this is master craftsmanship. You are so intelligent about your work and I respect that.
Absolutely fascinating. The best shipwright on all of the internet!
Love your show, Louis. Great technique, narration, and camera work.
To see soooooo much pleasure and Passion from a master is always something precious thanks Lou 😘
Ty
Pro tip : watch movies on Flixzone. Been using them for watching loads of movies recently.
@Davian Abel Yea, been using Flixzone} for months myself :D
@Davian Abel yup, I've been using Flixzone} for since november myself :)
I am really concerned for Lou’s safety as I haven’t seen him post up any late videos.We hope and pray that nothing is wrong with his health due these Covid tough times
Lou is the man. Master craftsman. 👍👍
This is great from bees wax to the setting of planners, driving in screws taking out nails all made to look achievable. Really encouraging to dream of doing something like what you do. Simply fantastic thank you once more.
If I can do it, you can do it ;)
@@TipsfromaShipwrightvideos I thank you Louis.
I wowed when I saw the planed hull. Looks amazing Lou!
The Total Fair is a great product. Very easy to use and sand. Lou your the best!
Thank you!
One of the best channels on TH-cam! Tons of great tips even if you never plan to make a boat.
Thank you, we're not gonna stop making 'em, keep watching!
Your techniques are amazing and I love hearing you explain why you do what you do.
Thank you Lou for another fine episode. That bottom is smooth and curvy. Like the the way you described how you modified the power plane. Looking forward to seeing the big plywood wheels for turning her over.
Thank you!
Thank you for another great video. Can't wait to see the boat, right side up! 😃
It is always so inspirational to watch and listen to you work. That you still have the passion for what you do is refreshing.
Thanks for sharing it with us, Lou.
Thanks so much Tom, love your comments...it's so fun to design something and then see it come together
👍
My experience with Bondo taught me to use a material that wasn't absorbent to mix on. The results were a bit better. I wonder if it would be better with Total Fair?
Very attractive
Beautiful already.
Trabalho perfeito.
Linda a embarcação.
Need to make your self a custom cantilevered nail puller bracket
I love these videos, Lou with all these techniques can you use them on making mini boats at all?
Fantastic !
Many thanks!
I thought you may keep the Timbers rough so the fibreglass adhesive has more surface area to grip to.
It was rough enough
This is Outstanding Craftsmanship and the technique explanations is the best of all!! thanks for sharing
Im surprised you put screws through the planks , seeing they were bonded down with epoxy AND glassed.
These videos are awesome. I love this guy. How easy to watch. Good job!
I love to watch and learn your channel.
My only suggestion would be to use separate spatula for part A and B so as to not contaminate/activate in the container.
In the last video, you talked about how little time it took and how simple and easy it is to fasten the nails. And in this video, you talk about how long it took and say that's it's a little frustrating. I think it shows how you get SO much work done. You tell yourself that you love it even when you don't. You find enjoyment in it even when it's grueling. Then sometimes you look back and say, "yeah that really wasn't fun or easy but it was necessary and worthwhile". Attitude is everything!
While you were planning the boat you spoke of aerodynamics the only time your boat experience this is when you are hauling it on a trailer fluid dynamics is what the boat experiences once it is in the water and I am sure that is the critical part of the design background mechanical design engineering it looks beautiful 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Love ittttttt all of your vieooooooo
A bit of a concern from a complete novice: why is there no problem with sea water or fresh water on the inside of the boat and on the bottom on the inside (both on the sole and the planking) on exposed, 'untreated', non fibreglassed wood?
thanks for explaining how you keep your planer blade edges out of your work. i was thinking you might have ground the blades. a shim to push the center of each blade forward. theres a trick you can take to the bank. guessing you sorted that out after running the corners into a bit of wood. awesome watching you work, your an excellant teacher.
Wish I could click more than one thumbs up on this video.
Ur the best Lou
Does he sell the boats he build?
Love seeing the process here.
So beautiful! How much do you sell a beautiful v bottom like this for?
ดูหลายคลิป ขอบคุณ อยากสร้างได้อย่าตามั่งครับ
Remarkable craftsmanship!
Who else but Lou could make you want to watch putting screws in holes?
It's been almost two months now. Does anyone know if this boat build will continue?
Tt
What size shims do you use under the blades? GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS!
Seems to have come to a halt. Hope he's OK. Can't assume anything these days.
Are we ever getting a follow up episode on this project 🤔🤔🤔
By far the best thing about lou is that although he has mastered and thoroughly understands the oldschool way of doing things, he's still constantly thinking of ways to improve and evolve his techniques. That kind of optimistic forward thinking is usually only found in naive 20 somethings.
You will love this one: fb.watch/5XxoA5eBHI/
Mesmerising. Watching you exercise your craft and demonstrate your skills is nothing less than mesmerising :-)
Beautiful work as always
I was waiting for a joke from George Carlin all the 17 minutes but I am not disappointed.
Why not eglass?🤔
🙂👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Lou, you are a true artist and teacher!
Lou, Can you please explain why you use slotted screws rather than Philips head?
After seeing your video on the power planner a few years ago, I bought one at a garage sale. Awesome tool, thanks for all the great tips and craftsmanship!
Seu trabalho é de muita excelência!
SHE IS SEXY!!!!!!!
This is the strangest boat construction I have ever seen. Its like trying to keep your pants up with belts + braces + rope + more belts + more braces + steel cables + more belts.... It must be intended for ice-braking work.
I'm planning to build a pangga skiff of about 24' in length, how tall / deep and wide should we be shooting for if we are to use Isuzu C190 engine on this kind of boat?
Not sure what a pangga skiff is and it all depends on the use and your preference, but at that size the sides would be around 3' high and maybe 7 feet wide? It's all up to you!
That's beautiful
Thank you!
I'm sitting here watching him drive those screws wondering why he doesn't use an impact driver.........then he tells me.
Just wonderful, just amazing !! Great work Louis and very easy to understand explanations!
Glad you liked it! Keep watching there's more fun on the way!!
Thank you Lou.
Any time
Master class in every episode. The hydraulic pressure trick I never saw before. Getting a fully filled fastener hole is never a certain thing. This seems like the best way and simplest versus other methods.
I look forward to each new episode. Nothing better.
Thanks Roger!
Nice work. The boat is coming along nicely. I spent a few years restoring classic mahogany runabouts for a living and the company I worked for also custom designed and build some beautiful mahogany speed boats, run abouts and Gentlemen Racers. Really miss that type of work. I would really like to see a video of how you tune and set up these electric planers and how you are shaping the blades to work properly. Thats the one thing I always found the most fascinating was working with craftsman that found ways to work around a problem designing and making their own tools or modifications to existing tools. It's truly priceless knowledge in my opinion.
Chris, we did make a video on setting up the Ryobi planer when it arrived and we'll show you more about the blade set-up here before too long, stay tuned!
LOVE. THIS. CHANNEL. I can't wait for the next video. Keep up the good work!
Thank you!
Hi Lou. You are a Legend. The boat looks fantastic and I can't wait to see you flying along on her sea trial. Truly magical. Great video thanks 😊
Thanks Chris, sea trials should be real fun on this boat!
You are the real deal! It's a joy top watch an expert apply his skills and make to look easy. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Loved it as usual Lou'. Brilliant.
Thanks Lou, that looks fantastic!
U cracked me up! when you flexed up your bicep! meanwhile its a power plane. Did you forget you were using one. LOU LOL Man that's one hell of a lot of screws.. That one nice boat solid as a rock. Nice job Lou nice job!
She's got such sweet lines, Lou! Absolutely love watching you at work -- always. I wish I had the room and the money to build a boat again. Oh, and what a thrill every time I see my name on that Patron board :-)
We love having you on there Ray, thanks for the comments, you're welcome anytime! Would love to visit and see the wooden boats on your side of the globe one day
Upside right!! Can’t wait!
You mean rightside up ;)
Beautiful work
After one of your videos I disengaged the safety on mine (I'm left n had to use both hand to start it) and took of the kick stand to cause it messed me up starting moor than once. Tks Lou!
Can’t wait for the next video
Who says you can't reinvent the wheel! Love these new ways of doing old things. I'll be shimming my power plane this weekend, maybe finally able to get some use out of it! Thanks for the tips.
Do it, you'll never go back.
Thank you Louis
Looking good!
I'd LOVE to volunteer to be his shop helper for a month or two! Can you imagine the skills and knowledge you'd pick up. He's forgot more than i'll ever know about building a boat.
We're always looking for volunteers, feel free to send an email to tipsfromashipwright@gmail.com and we'll get in touch!
Don't know who designed my Aquaforce 1990s widebody bay fishing skiff but has a bulbous bow just as being done here and just throws that tons of heavy brack salt aaft and starboard like it was snowflakes. Remarkable hull and I've never seen another like it until this. Sea-keeping is just amazing both at rest but especially whilst underway...and with minimum need for power to boot.
Looking forward to top side on this but yes these are hulls born to be with the Sea ...and be one with that water too...no doubt.
Still got me hooked Lou! I had frame patterns for my next build but screw it! I'm using this method.
Excellent, go for it!
thanks Lou!
always the best thanks again buddy!!! the video of you setting up the planer is priceless! everyone check it out
Thanks JC, thing works like a dream
You're amazing!
Hey Senior shipwright🍺🍺👍
Sir do you ever use Kevlar fiber for the Center rib to give extra protection? Thanks and learning A lot about Boat building. God Bless you and Peace be With you
here from peters channel!
Very nice Lou, a true master. Compare your bow to the CSS Virginia`s forward casement.
thank you
The screws were mere insurance if not overkill since I can't imagine two layers of epoxied and fiberglassed together white cedar planks made into one big monocoque skin all epoxied to the keelson, stringers, and chines could ever come loose.
Just a "silly" question. Have you ever heard of using tongue and groove planking for boat hulls? With a string of caulking in the groove and tight engagement of the tongue I would think that would be the perfect fitting. I've been following you for several years, keep up the great work.
I'm not an expert but with all the bends the grooves or tenons would break off if you get them plum at all. The stresses are in the outboard direction which t&g is not meant for. Also if you ever wanted to replace a plank you got a problem.
People were planking boats long before machinery was available to make tongue and groove jointing..
The advantage of butt planking is that you can get any hapless sailor to jump over the side and hammer the wadding and tar back into the leaking joints.
Those round the world sailing voyages required up to half a dozen beachings in far off places to recall because the old girl had 'sprung a leak"!!
I've found you run into trouble doing that, they make break off and it makes it hard to caulk
we used those nails to replace the tips on wooden spinning tops. an old boys game of summer
The old man's method
She looks fine Lou.
Off camera do you have a radio on? I almost have to have something in background?
B E A U T I F U L
A slide hammer with a custom nail head finger might be helpful.
Sweet