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EP177 Catamaran Bulkhead Alteration – Life On The Hulls
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EP177 Catamaran Bulkhead Alteration – Life On The Hulls
In a major move this week on Life On The Hulls, I set about making a Catamaran Bulkhead Alteration to allow the integration of the main Saloon Suite Module. With Catamaran Bulkheads being a hot topic across Youtube at the moment, figure, why not get into ...
  • Jul 22, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:13
Ep176 – Momentum is Critical – Catamaran Deck Build.
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Ep176 – Momentum is Critical – Catamaran Deck Build.
Just back from a great holiday, it can hit you in the face, the task at hand is Huge and it is so important to get working. The "Momentum is Critical" as I power through the Foam Core Installation and ready myself for the final run on this Catamaran Deck b...
  • Jul 15, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:28
Ep175 – Integrating Foam Core and Celebrating Milestones
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Ep175 – Integrating Foam Core and Celebrating Milestones
The mass of foam core in a Catamaran Deck takes a lot of working out to reach the desired outcome of strength, stiffness and structure and this week the deck companionway are shaped and I apply my own method of Integrating Foam Core into the window inserts...
  • Jul 08, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:28:41
Ep174 – Why Strip Plank Foam Core ? – Catamaran Build
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Ep174 – Why Strip Plank Foam Core ? – Catamaran Build
The purpose of the PVC Foam Core in this Catamaran Build aside, the shaping has been a real challenge to ensure I get a consistent lightweight structural result. This week I set about Hand Shaping a Catamaran Deck Core and you may ask the question "Why Str...
  • Jul 01, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:52
EP173 Catamaran Deck Foam Core and Catalysing Resins
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EP173 Catamaran Deck Foam Core and Catalysing Resins
Boat building with modern composites requires an understanding of the chemistry , the process, and the engineering to get the best result. As winter hits the Southern Hemisphere, I am required to adjust the catalysing to suit the climate, the ability of th...
  • Jun 25, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:17
EP172 – No Foam Core , Big Problem.
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EP172 – No Foam Core , Big Problem.
Plagued by shortages in supply I have to think outside the box to make sure I get this Catamaran Deck Build. The Dilemma , " No Foam Core " available anywhere and it has the potential to hold me back for months if not longer. Patreon Membership Thank you ...
  • Jun 17, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:28:16
Ep171 Epic Single Handed Laminating Sessions – Catamaran Build
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Ep171 Epic Single Handed Laminating Sessions – Catamaran Build
The days seem to run into each other and the constant laminating is becoming a bit of an arduous task as I consider detail and strive to obtain the perfect void free laminate. Although not rocket science, the devil really is in the detail and as the layers...
  • Jun 10, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:30:26
E170 – Foredeck Laminates and Spray Gun Woes
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E170 – Foredeck Laminates and Spray Gun Woes
Shortages in material supply and resin spray gun issues proves that outside influences can ultimately effect a massive project like this , but alas, I have a couple of aces up my sleeve to solve both and forge ahead with the deck build. Getting close no an...
  • Jun 03, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:24
EP 169 Laminating Catamaran Deck Window Inserts & Understanding Laminate and Core Structures
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EP 169 Laminating Catamaran Deck Window Inserts & Understanding Laminate and Core Structures
This Catamaran Build is hotting up as I am well into reinforcing the Deck Mould Window Inserts to ensure not only the structure but the cosmetics in the end product are being dealt with. It's true, I am a details man, I love the theory that holds the compo...
  • May 28, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:57
Ep168 – A “Ship Load” of Laminating – Who ya gonna Call!
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Ep168 – A “Ship Load” of Laminating – Who ya gonna Call!
In the aftermath of the Massive Gel Coating Session of the Catamaran Deck, we went straight into an 8 hour FRP laminating session, opting to lay down multiple layers to ensure we had access to all areas of the Catamaran Deck without disturbing the Gel Coat...
  • May 21, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:10
Catamaran Deck Gel Coat Timelapse March 2021
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Catamaran Deck Gel Coat Timelapse March 2021
A quick view of an epic milestone in the build of our Catamaran. This time lapse is a glimpse of the process, without the mass of preparation beforehand. For those with short attention spans this should really appeal and if you want to see the real work th...
  • May 16, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:02:11
Gel Coating a 12 Metre Catamaran Deck
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Gel Coating a 12 Metre Catamaran Deck
It's finally here, the all important Gel Coating of the massive Catamaran Deck Mould. In all, months of prep, polishing and repairing comes down to an hour and a half of application. Having my best Team ready to help, namely Sam and Ellen our adult childre...
  • May 13, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:07
Ep166 Catamaran Coach House Window Inserts and Final Waxing
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Ep166 Catamaran Coach House Window Inserts and Final Waxing
Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my production - https://www.patreon.com/lifeonthehulls If you would like to contribute to our project you can make very appreciated donations to this Pay Pal Me Link : https://paypal.me/synergyboatworks Thank...
  • May 06, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:28:42
Ep165 How to Wetsand Polish Fibreglass Boats and Moulds .
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Ep165 How to Wetsand Polish Fibreglass Boats and Moulds .
This week the immense work continues and we are almost there on the repair and preparation of the mould for Gel Coating and the fabrication of a 40 foot Foam Core Catamaran Deck. The layers of gel coat in the repair need to be polished down to a perfect f...
  • Apr 29, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:25:48
Ep164 Anti Slip Repairs and Gel Coat Spraying Repair
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Ep164 Anti Slip Repairs and Gel Coat Spraying Repair
Time to put this Deck Mould repair behind me and move on with the actual layup of the deck. Sorting through the myriad of repairs required has taken a lot of thinking and the final stages are coming up in the next two videos. Rossco Patreon Membership Th...
  • Apr 22, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:23:45
Ep163 – Modifying a Boat Mould – Anchor Windlass Hatch Build
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Ep163 – Modifying a Boat Mould – Anchor Windlass Hatch Build
Future access is critical to important areas of the Catamaran is a must and in this issue a change to the Deck Mould is completed with the addition of an anchor windlass hatch that wasn't in the original boat. Back to basic fibre glassing technique and a ...
  • Apr 15, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:31:01
EP162 Catamaran Mould Repair – Grunt Work Part 2
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EP162 Catamaran Mould Repair – Grunt Work Part 2
Getting prepared for the deck gel coat and laminate is a mammoth task with many repairs and modifications. Part 2 of this process is at the stern cockpit region and there is much to do before any polishing can begin. Cutting, grinding, filling , masking, a...
  • Apr 08, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:11
Ep161 – Catamaran Deck Mould Repair Part 1
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Ep161 – Catamaran Deck Mould Repair Part 1
Now I am under cover and sheltered from the wettest season ever, I am been able to take to the repairs required to complete the mould Preparation. Repairing a mould like this is a massive undertaking after 40 years of sitting idle there is dirt, damage, an...
  • Apr 02, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:07
EP160 – Safe from the Rain – Complete Catamaran Build
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EP160 – Safe from the Rain – Complete Catamaran Build
Feeling like I left last week's episode in the air, here it is, the final completion of the Catamaran Deck Shelter., not without it's dramas as always, sometimes a bit of intelligence and reading the instruction manual goes a long long way. Cheers Everyo...
  • Mar 25, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:25:27
Ep159- The Catamaran Deck Mould Shelter
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Ep159- The Catamaran Deck Mould Shelter
A whole new phase begins with this Catamaran Build as I prepare the shelter for the fabrication of the Deck Part. Being frugal this Container shelter is a bit smaller than the deck mould so I was able to save $4000 on this shelter , but there is a couple o...
  • Mar 18, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:16
Ep158 – Risky Business Demoulding a Part – Complete Catamaran Build
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Ep158 – Risky Business Demoulding a Part – Complete Catamaran Build
I know I am risking it but when I suggest working on the Catamaran on the weekends I am really taking my life into my own hands. There is Danger in the air with this video as I nearly crush Janet and damage the module after all that hard work. Cheers Ross...
  • Mar 11, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:02
Ep157 – That’s a “Flippen Big Deck” – Scary Stuff
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Ep157 – That’s a “Flippen Big Deck” – Scary Stuff
It's been a long time coming and here it is, the deck mould gets the attention it deserves and we reach another Project Milestone. It feel like every week is a milestone of late, but a mould of this size hanging in the air is a very scary site. Have fun, I...
  • Mar 05, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:18
Ep156 Project Planning a Catamaran Build & Foam Core Install on the Dinette Module
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Ep156 Project Planning a Catamaran Build & Foam Core Install on the Dinette Module
Sometimes it takes a common sense and real life approach to get a a project on track and this week I realise my role in this build. Project Planning a Catamaran Build is a detailed process and after a session with Janet things are set in motion. Completion...
  • Feb 26, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:09
Ep155 Fabricating a Catamaran Salon Lounge Part
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Ep155 Fabricating a Catamaran Salon Lounge Part
A big week this episode including Gel Coating and heaps of laminating. Fabricating a Catamaran Salon Dinette takes a load of hard work and the first three layers are the crucial beginning to a production part. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting m...
  • Feb 19, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:50

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