Marine Engine Exhaust Design is not a simple matter as there is so much to take into consideration such as water level, raw water mixing height and Exhaust muffler and siphoning issues. An extra $3000Aussie dollars to sort this one but, beware , everything...
The recent popularity of Lithium Batteries on Boats has raised many conversations about insurance and compliance and this week I am alerted to one such standard in Australian Standards that will require some changes to battery storage and ventilation.
Th...
The decision to use stainless steel tubing for Supporting the Hard Top has taken a while as we have been trying to decide whether or not to use the Targa Mould we have for this job.
The Extra work and old fashioned look was enough to steer us in the newe...
If you think like me, this Helm Console has gone on way too long. I am gonna change that this week and kick it into touch to get the final shape ready for it's install in the Catamaran. Months of steady work has culminated in this very obscure shape that i...
Building a Catamaran can be a lot of thinking and not a lot of building. To design and install a rudder system isn't quite as easy as you think. A rudder is a simple piece of equipment that creates resistance to steer the boat, it could be as simple as a p...
Another quick update s things are moving fast here on the hulls. Preparation and further alterations for the finalising of the hardtop and a first layer of flow coat as a guide coat before final fairing and finish. Enjoy Guys.
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You simply can't think of everything in a build of this size. This week I discover that Hindsight is a wonderful thing and the Best Fairing Compound, and when building a catamaran from scratch some extra forward planning I could have saved a hoard of extra...
Milestones are hard to come by on such a massive project but installing the stern tubes is an epic moment and I am happy to finally see her drive train in place and ready for completion. Hoards of real boat work make this video true to form in my "Life On ...
Bonus Quick Update a couple of weeks ago as we sprayed the Portside Stern Hull Extension. After it's first coat of gel coat we have faired her down again and she is now ready for her final coat.
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Defining the final shape of the stern of our Catamaran has been a while coming and adding these curved foam core winglet duckboards has finally shown her true form. To say I am happy with it , is an understatement and we are moving to the stage where final...
It has taken some time to decide on the appropriate drive train and propellers system for our Catamaran. We tossed up the pros and cons of many different propellers and we are so happy with our choice.
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It's been a while coming, but the large Galley Cabin window needs to be installed and that is one massive cut required to dry fit it. I always worry just a little when grinding into all of that good work, but with careful planning and a little help the res...
It appears everyone in town knew about our poor little yacht being struck by lightning except us. Aussie storms can be vicious, but this year has been particularly severe. Will Interim be ok?, well I am not sure, but I am so glad we weren't on her when she...
A huge week of progress. It is easy to get overwhelmed by the enormity of this Catamaran Build, but occasionally I walk past a section of the boat and just go for it. Priorities aren't everything, clearly, but getting some nice bit and pieces dry fitted is...
I have been known to discuss how important tabbing and ensuring the boat is structurally sound, but in this week's video, all modules, walls and cabin soles are joined as one. Important, well, I say "VITAL " to a well-built Catamaran, no compromises. Lots...
In amongst the mayhem of a boat build it is so important to keep moving with major parts to ensure the structure is complete, reducing access, finalising storage and all the while making sure this boat never squeaks. My quest for a quiet boat will never ce...
You just can't have a big enough engine room and on building this Catamaran, I have made sure that when things get sticky and I need good access to the Yanmar 4jh57 Engines, I can get to every component without having to be a contortionist. So many jobs in...
No sugar coating, no gloating, just plenty of planning, debating and configuring to get a complete 12.7mtr Catamaran Wired up and ready to roll. Our channel is becoming the most comprehensive boat build video series out there because I am prepared to show ...
You can't imagine the amount of marine "Tinned Cooper Wire" required to do a complete Catamaran Fitout. What I thought was more than enough ended up being less than a third of the total fitout and in this video you will see why. We are roughing in a comple...
The one part of any boat build that requires some serious planning and attention to detail is the Electrical System. You can't just barrel into something that is going to form the lifeblood of a 42 Foot Catamaran, so we begin this year with our biggest cha...
When I started recording this build I would never imagine it would turn into the most comprehensive Catamaran Build Series on Youtube. From preparing the mould to Gel Coating and producing Hull, Deck, Hard Top and a multitude of internal furniture modules,...
It's been a while since I have been under the sole of our Catamaran , but this week I am able to install our blackwater tank and add a new through hull for our raw water intake for our air conditioning unit. Getting the right bits in the right place is the...
This project is so massive it has a Life of it's own. Arriving at the boat yard each day I can't even start to think about what to do next as the Catamaran drives me in all directions as I try to meet self-imposed deadlines for upcoming installs. This week...
It seems to be the topic of the month at the moment. A life raft on a Cruising Cat? , Yes or No!.
When it comes to safety the line is clearly drawn in the sand here in our plans, and the answer is Yes. The next question, where to put it? You guessed it, a...
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