EP. 19 CRUISE SHIP FABRICATION ALONG WITH A CREW MEMBER GHOST STORY. ABANDONED SHIP RESTORATION
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ส.ค. 2024
- SUPPORT US @ / aurorarestorationproject
I HAVE BEEN ASKED COUNTLESS TIMES IF THE AURORA IS HAUNTED. BUT THATS NOT WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT. THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT CONTINUING RESTORATION ON THE FORDECK. HOWEVER SINCE ITS HALLOWEEN I FIND THAT NOW IS A GOOD TIME TO SHARE THIS STORY. MY RESPONSE HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE SAME TO THE QUESTION ( HAVE A SEEN ANY GHOSTS ABOARD THE AURORA. I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING MYSELF TO JUSTIFY SAYING THAT THIS SHIP IS HAUNTED. I HAVE HOWEVER SEEN AND HEARD NUMEROUS STRANGE THINGS THAT I CANNOT EXPAIN BUT THAT DOESN'T MEAN ITS A GHOST OR PARANORMAL ACTIVITIES. SOME OF OUR CREW MEMBERS HAVE SEEN THINGS ABOARD THAT HAVE THEM BELIEVING THERE MAY BE SOMETHING MORE ABOARD THIS SHIP. JUDGE FOR YOURSELF.
MOST OF THIS VIDEO IS STILL RESTORATION AND FABRICATION.
PLEASE LIKE & SUBSCRIBE !!!
Join us on our journey to restore one of the last POCKET CRUISE LINERS and one of the most historic and notable vessels still floating today.
Want to see more and get exclusive content, merchandise and join our bi monthly chat group? Join us on Patreon..... Thanks so much for your support
/ aurorarestorationproject
(((((( Donations very via PayPal @ AuroraYacht@gmail.com ))))))
Find us on Facebook and Instagram
www.facebook.c...
#restoration #ship #cruise #boat #cruiseship #project #cruiseliner #decks
SZN5YUYYIKKJBKDK
MIGNEMU9IKQQVQUQ
DIUWZMWGOAD20TAW
![เบิ้ล ปทุมราช - สาวสอง ( มีมี่ของอ้าย ) ft. ตาต้า,ต้องเต [OFFICIAL MV]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/mqlMjnP08XI/mqdefault.jpg)
Unfortunate as it is, fixing up the exterior of a structure makes even skeptics believe in the restoration of it...rather than from the beginning. I don't know why we're so ready to believe that if there's some rust or paint chipping or loose floor-boards that the mantra should be "ending is better than mending" as if it's dilapidated and ready to sink/fall down at any moment.
That bow is coming along really nicely. SO many things you don't get in modern vessels. And, hey, plexiglass is safer and lighter weight! I wish I had your guys' skills, though I know if I'm determined enough, I can learn based on the need. She looks like a happy...haunted...ship. We all have our dark crevices. Aurora just needs a good therapist, that's all!
The nautical term for a round “non-opening” port is a deadlight. Using that term may help you find some replacements at a marine salvage business. Perhaps Blue Pelican Marine Consignment in Alameda might have some or know where to find them. Love your project!
That’s a great call. I was there maybe eight months ago and didn’t think to even look. Love that place. Thanks..
Your friendly Naval Architect here. The item you need to know the name for is a Retaining ring or bezel. Other people have used the term 'Deadlight' but these are used as internal covers that go over portlights to make them watertight in the event of the portlight glass cracking. I am interested as to why the hatch you repaired has a cutout. Considering that this hatch is on the foredeck it would need to be wateright, hence the dogs. The hatch itself should have a neoprene (or similar material) seal which sits in a channel and the hatch is 'dogged' down onto it. There is no evidence of a channel and the cut out does not afford efficient watertight sealing. Is this cutout a later modification for something added below in the hatch trunk? It is almost a 'bodge' and not something you would expect a German Naval Architect (or any Naval Architect come to that) to do in the initial design.
Good job on the hatch repairs.
Those hatch latches can be restored...heat them up, and squirt some in penetrating oil. Repeat several times. Give the parts a good whack with a lead, brass or other dead-blow hammer, you don't want to damage the steel.
Persevere, you can get those moving.
You MAY find they have a spring in them to keep them tight...some do not have that feature.
Use a good heavy grease for reassembly...keep an occasional eye on them, like any other part of the ship.
They are on my list of things to work on in the next few days. Never thought of them being spring loaded. That could make things interesting. Heat seems to be the popular solution so that’s what we will start with.
This is exactly the content I want to see!
The slow going, rough, nitty gritty, fine fitting, hard work. Great camera placement and very entertaining. Keep posting.
Thanks, I think most all videos from this point on will be focused on single projects. I just need to work on my film making. If it improves then this channel should do pretty well.
You’re film making is fantastic. I secretly like yer shit more than everyone else. It takes longer to shoot and fabricate. But, you can see the progress.
Hello,
I've been enjoying watching your progress and definitely admire the skill and devotion. In over 20 years as an aircraft mechanic and countless personal projects, especially on old G.M. vehicles, I've fought corrosion and stuck fasteners. I have not seen all of your videos, but in the ones I've watched, I have not seen any rust penetrant products in use. I have had great success using Sili Kroil. Simple orange can with black print. It's not a box store item but an industrial supply item. With time and a few applications, it would probably free up the latches on the cargo hatch with the 8 portholes.
Yes, getting the ship dry is top of your list. Fresh paint lifts the spirit too.
Absolutely, And what a process it is to keep this ship dry..
Oh, poor Dave!
That last one, though, that seems at least a bit legit. Who knows, though? I wasn't there?
I'm a firm believer in ghosts and the like, so I definitely feel him.
And good work on the welding!
That was one of the best practical jokes of all time y’all didn’t even break down and started laughing like I would have
Thanks, We had some fun with this one. I did break down eventually.
That was just flat out CRUEL!!! lol
I wouldnt doubt that there are ghost who come aboard the Aurora or who are aboard the ship... Ghost ship vibes love it!🎃👻
Myself, Not a big believer in ghosts.
I believe the part you're looking for to fix the portholes is a portlight trim ring. Good luck!
You guys are so evil. I love you all! These videos are part restoration and part shop class. Brilliant.
Thanks, Only a little evil :)
Great videos as always, and thank you. For those port windows for a test, how about brass or bronze sewer drain covers? Just cut out the center and drill sides to fasten. Take 1/4 or 1/2 Lexan and cut the circles to fit.
They are called dead lights or deadlights. You can search for deadlight flanges. I also see them called "fixed portholes".
I ran a sheet metal yard for hvac. We had storm collars that look like what you need to hold windows in.but there made with sheet metal,and were not intended to hold glass. But could be a great starting point.
Hopefully we can fine some of these to match the ones we don’t have.
It’s been fun watching you work on the Aurora. How much more fabrication would you say you lack? Man, if you ever get her to sail under her own power again; well that would be the neatest thing ever. Call up HeavyD and Tavarish to come help you out.
Wouldn’t that be awesome. She’s definitely coming along. One way or the other she’s coming back to life.
I too am not a big believer in ghosts. I've been in supposedly haunted places alone in the dark and have seen and felt nothing. But I am a big believer in ship restoration so keep up the great work!!
Then again, I'm sure there are people who have been in supposed places of ship restoration, and seen and felt nothing. : )
I saw you on Locker Nuts channel at the flea market. I love large restoration projects, so of course I subscribed to you. Keep the great videos coming. :)
Nice patch fabrication. I recall those rings are called Porthole Backing Plates. I see what seems holes that were drilled around each opening in the hatch where a top and bottom plate would sandwich the glass.
Besides the Plates there would be a rubber type gasket around that the glass would slip into to provide a tight seal. This could probably be accomplished by careful use of Silicone Sealant though.
Thanks, It’s gonna be a bit of a challenge but perhaps fabricating the rings is the best option. Maybe even getting some rubber gasket and doing the same..
Liked & subscribed. Love the anticipation of seeing the results. You guys are so creative.
They are called dead lights for hatches and decks. Ship breaker websites sell them.
The ring is a bezel. You might try some vintage auto supply shops, older headlights used bezels that would work for you.
I've heard that for those that believe in the other side, all you have to do is tell them to leave you alone, and they will. The Ship is looking really good, GREAT JOB !!!
enjoying your videos. just found you as your video came up. your ship has a varied history afterr looking it up. best wishes
Loving this project. Hard work and fun at the same time.
It is actually fun as it looks. It’s great to see this old ship coming back at a slow but steady pace.
Why not make or have made some teak ports to hold Lexan? You can bed a base down to the metal with through bolts to hold the Lexan, and then cap it with finished teak and wood screws. They would look great on the old girl.
Good thought. Would have to look for into what it would take.
Just a bit of a carpenter who is handy on a router, I’d imagine.
What is the diameter of the holes?
@@KennyP88 9inches
I think what you’re looking for is a window or port hole bezel… I hope that helps love watching your project
that anchor windless looks very pretty in the background. ❤
It’s slowly getting the attention it needs. Thanks
I would use heat to try and unsease the turn handles but don't hammer the threads unless the nut is unscrewed and back off till you reach the end of the threads.
that was some nice fabrication and welding to repair that hatch ,,plus a good ghost story ,, happy halloween a few days late
I think you may need only one porthole/frame of the right size, either found at marine salvage or created by computer design and 3d printer. Then you take it to a foundry and have it duplicated in metal. Maybe expensive but the only way, unless you can find 11 of them somewhere. Otherwise, you could always just weld a plate over the whole hatch to prevent water intrusion.
I fear you may be right. But would make a great video??
Great video!! Keep up the great work and content!! Have a great Halloween!!🎃
Hey guys doing a great job over there amazing it came over from Locker nuts glad you guys been shout out on the show look forward to seeing the rest of the ship get restored
Saw you on Locker Nuts at the flea market. New subscriber!
It is looking rather marvellous
Thank you…
Loving the restore at least the scrapes of metal is trying to stay on ship
Much cheaper than buying new…
The part you are looking for is either called a porthole / portlight flange or trim ring. One thing to consider with replacing these is that as they will lay flat water will inevitably lie on them and put any seal to the test. Also to prevent light from shining thru them from inside the ship and causing issues for the bridge personnel at night you need to either have covers underneath or a compartment below that is dark.
Thanks, I will start my search in the next few days and hopefully can find something that will work out.
There goes TH-cam messing with the notifications, but no app shall keep me away from my favourite boat rebuild . Awesome work guys with the door. Poor Dave, hope you have a nice recovery.
those portholes are called light rings... Check out dutch ship wreckers....
Searching now, Thanks for the info..
Nicely done!
Thank you..
Good result on the fabrication. I am not into scaring people as you never know what is going to happen to them.
Love what you are doing!!
Thanks…
That was great, "get your camera in there".
Heat!!! On those rusty dogs!
That’s what I’m gonna try next. Thanks
Great fun and great video! Be well, be safe!
Thanks Randy…
Hey Chris. They are called port lights. You may find some secondhand ones but I made my own much cheaper than I could find using 316 stainless sheet and a tig welder. I have videos of me making them but I haven’t posted them up yet.
Thought about welding two rings together to get the fit and having them cut on a plasma table. Will search out your channel for the video today.
I've never been able to understand superstitious people. But I love this resto project. Can hardly wait for the next ep!
Unfortunately I am not superstitious at all.
W-D 40 and a hammer can work magic on rust locked bolts/nuts. Not always tho. Good luck.
If you watch other YT channels, they pre soak over nite and also add heat to steel to get thing separated.
@@JohnKenIRB233 my motto is always be ready to try anything.
Perfect! I just made a little video and could add this story to it. All I can do is to speak about the Aurora and you add the action to it. Happy Halloween , crew of hearts ❤️ 🎃
brilliant
Thanks
Happy halloween Dave 😂 🎃👻
I believe you man! I was going down my basement stairs in the house alone And something pushed me down and I landed on my head on the concret basement floor. I woke up and yelled for help and my voice went into the barn loft where my family was working. They said my voice came from inside the barn😬😳
The arm that is used as a stop should be routed through the slotted bar and not off to the side. It won't get all bent up and the hatch will close better. I love flux core for outside work! The welds are hard!
Thanks, Have a couple of plans in mind to see if we can get them functional again. Heat is the first thing we will try. Who knows what’s gonna work. Thanks for the info
@@AuroraRestorationProject In the category of 'what harm can it do' I'd certainly try spraying on some penetrating oil, but perhaps a better thing to try would be Citric acid, having watched the Post Apocalyptic Inventor channel, he uses it a lot to remove rust without harming the metal, and it's cheap.
I could imagine building a little wall around the seized mechanism with some sort of putty or play dough, then filling it with Citric acid so there's a small swimming pool to immerse it in.
They are called... "port hole window rings"...
Thanks, actually found something in Google under that name. Now it’s time to get a better deal then what I have found so far.
@@AuroraRestorationProject good luck... I live on the east coast of Canada. If I come across any I will let you know.
@@John_Mack That would be great. I appreciate the thought. Seems every project has a little challenge and finding these is certainly a task.
It was because of that diary you guys found one time 😧
This was before the diary was found.
porthole bezel, deadlight bezel or just bezel
a grinder and paint make you the welder you aint! good job though looks great
nice job from argentina
Thank you…
So it's bravery every time Dave gets on the ship lol
He’s much better now that he used to be.
@@AuroraRestorationProject more power to him. I think a lot of people have seen paranormal things they cannot explain.
In the short-term you could wrap those hatches in plastic sheeting and it would keep the rain out while you find a long-term solution.
That’s a good thought. Would like to find a permanent solution however.
I wish someone would just donate like $10 million to help this along. Thanks for the video and look forward to next update.
I would cut out the centre of the 4 holes and fit a large square hatch
That was definitely a thought.
I think those window circle covers are called flanges
Thanks, I will go on my search for these things in the next few days. Hopefully we find something that could work.
The missing windows are "non opening porthole windows". My recommendation is to go with glass. The problem with plexiglass in this position is that it will develop cracks all over and gets milky when exposed to sunlight. I have plexiglass windows on my ship. Guess how I know...
Plexiglass is definitely not my first choice but a good temporary solution while glass is being cut.
@@AuroraRestorationProject You can buy the rings including the glass. About 60$ per piece. For the handles, we got ours to move by spraying in WD40 for a week and knocking at them with a heavy board.
Every time I see that "pool" I keep thinking that it might have been a pool in the ships cruise ship days but probably was a cargo hold originally. Ferries often move cargo as well as people. Maybe redoing it as a cargo hold might not be a bad idea. Would be a great space to safely store water toys (jet skies, etc.)...
It’s a most awful swimming pool. Too deep and far too small in area.
I watch you guys try and grind off the old paint and rust with grinders.Have you ever looked into renting or purchasing a portable sandblaster woyuld be a lot easier and faster.
For me the door story was a waste!
However. as usual I like to see cutting, grinding, welding and painting as you seal leaks, etc. I also enjoy hearing the crew talk about their projects and what they hope to achieve. Thx Ken
Great fabrication!
Thanks
Time to contact the "FarSight Channel", Get their Remote Viewer Teams involved...
Sent contact email to Farsight and Aurora Project addresses...
No ghost hunters for this ship. But if I were a ghost hunter this ship would be at the top of my list of places to explore.
It’s called a circular window flange
What I have learned over the course of the day is that there are 50 different names for these rings. Still don’t know the one that’s gonna help me find them :(
That was real dirty 😂
You will be too deaf to greet guests if you don't start using ear plugs, you will already have hearing loss.
You can get diamond cutting discs, they are a little thicker but last longer when looked after. The greatest thing I've ever used to clean up plasma cut metal is a sanding pad with some coarse grit sandpaper, you can clean it 10 times faster especially if you put a bit of weight on it. My fabricator mate had it on his grinder & I couldn't believe how much better it was compared to a flap disc or grinding disc. 👌🏻
Hello i have a question. Have you ever heard the ships steam horn?. Its located on the funnel i think
Thanks for the question. This ship was never a steam ship so it didn’t have a steam whistle. She had large air horns and we are currently in the process of making them operable once again.
porthole trim rings
Thanks
Look in a book called ISSA . Its a handbook of all shipschandlers all over the world . The book is expensive but it might be on the internet .
so where is the best bit. you know the part where you tell Dave about the fishing line. Wont to see that
Do you have people/volunteers working on restoring rooms downstairs while you’re doing projects up on top?
this guide is in the wrong position, so when you close the flap the metal pushes up, but you probably noticed that yourself.
It's called a hatch, not a lid,good job
Hi look up round (ship portal bezel) I did and there a bunch for sale good luck.
Have the engines been started since the restoration started ?
Your doing a great job, I'm sure you are using a lot of penetrating fluid, you may be able to save some money if you know anyone in the dry cleaning business, they use a chemical known as, Perc, or Perchloroethylene, i bet you know what it smells like as if you have ever been in a dry cleaners, " I love the smell of Perchloroethylene in the morning"
Interesting. Not sure just what it will do but would be curious to look into
Come on!!! So shipt!!!😂😂😂buu.
This is cute AF
Thanks
PORTHOLE PICTURE FRAME
i didn't find that funny pulling the door like that, you could have caused someone to have an heart attack
Are you working with Coast Guard people?????????????????
👍👍👍😂😂😂
Thanks
Круто! Успехов вам
Love it , do something, fix something. Give it hell
Thanks