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Complete Up To Date Catamaran Build Walkthrough – 12.7Mtr Catamaran Build
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Complete Up To Date Catamaran Build Walkthrough – 12.7Mtr Catamaran Build
Building a boat can be all encompassing, and filming the process can give the viewer only pieces of the boat each week, and I admit, it can be a bit confusing. Well, You've asked for it, a "Complete up to date Catamaran build walkthrough" of this 12.7 Mtr...
  • Dec 30, 2021
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:45
Lowering The Catamaran Deck and Bad News for us – Episode 200
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Lowering The Catamaran Deck and Bad News for us – Episode 200
A major day here on the Hulls has finally come as Lowering the Catamaran Deck for a test fit becomes a lot harder than we thought. We also have some bad news after an amazing Xmas Family Christmas Weekend. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my p...
  • Jan 06, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:04
2021 – A Hull of Year – 12 Months of Bloody Hard Work
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2021 – A Hull of Year – 12 Months of Bloody Hard Work
Fast tracking a year of Massive Milestones this week's video is a medley of achievements and a great catch up on the 2021. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my production - https://www.patreon.com/lifeonthehulls If you would like to contribute ...
  • Jan 13, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:56
It’s Deck Enlargement Surgery for this Catamaran Ep201
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It’s Deck Enlargement Surgery for this Catamaran Ep201
The ability to modify and change a design is what boat Boat Building is about. This episode is all about my need to improve the function and achieve a better outcome for the future operation and appearance of the Catamaran. The idea of Cutting Into a Perfe...
  • Jan 20, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:31:26
CATAMARAN BUILD – Pure Boatwork – Window Cut Outs and Engine Access Ep202
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CATAMARAN BUILD – Pure Boatwork – Window Cut Outs and Engine Access Ep202
No mucking about his week, or any week for that matter. It is all just "Pure Boat" work here on this project as I am moving forward in leaps and bounds, and then it seems like small steps at the end of the day. Establishing window frames see more grinding ...
  • Jan 27, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:36
CATAMARAN BUILD – Major Structural Bulkheads and Helm Station Ideas Ep203
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CATAMARAN BUILD – Major Structural Bulkheads and Helm Station Ideas Ep203
With the Catamaran Deck Part in exactly the right position I have to establish some Major Structural Bulkheads and sort out some potential Helm Station Issues to ensure we can manage the boat and the sails with ease. Patreon Membership Thank you for supp...
  • Feb 03, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:31:17
CATAMARAN BUILD – Sugar Scoop Extensions and Hard Top Build Progress EP204
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CATAMARAN BUILD – Sugar Scoop Extensions and Hard Top Build Progress EP204
I know there is a lot going on here in our Catamaran Build, as my days are split into so many separate projects that simply can't be tackled all at once. This week's episode begins work on my plan for joining the Catamaran Deck and Hull, the New 20 Square ...
  • Feb 10, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:06
CATAMARAN BUILD – Our Huge Catamaran Hard Top Build – Ep205
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CATAMARAN BUILD – Our Huge Catamaran Hard Top Build – Ep205
Progress is a combination of many jobs to build into a final result. In this case I am working on three different jobs at once to coincide them into a massive milestone. The joining of the Catamaran Deck and Hull and our Huge Catamaran Har Top. You just ha...
  • Feb 17, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:45
GEL COAT EXPLOSION – Catamaran Hardtop Build EP206
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GEL COAT EXPLOSION – Catamaran Hardtop Build EP206
The third massive piece of our Catamaran gets it's shiny white Gel Coat in this week's video. The preparation alone is enough to make you weep, let alone the mess I created when servicing our Gel Coat Machine. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting ...
  • Feb 24, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:21
Mutiny On The Hard Top – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep207
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Mutiny On The Hard Top – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep207
You could only describe this week's video as a "Monster" as the laminating and foam core of our 217 SQ Foot Catamaran Hard Top is finished and ready to be installed on our boat. The Aussie Summer Heat and humidity took it's toll on us as we smashed out our...
  • Mar 03, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:29:23
Chain Locker Alterations and Helm Stair Build Rebuild Ep208
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Chain Locker Alterations and Helm Stair Build Rebuild Ep208
Are you prepared to cut into brand new Catamaran Deck to achieve the best result, well I am, and it may look like a drastic solution, but the result will be a functional, cosmetically appealing deck section that will be worth every bit of the considerable...
  • Mar 10, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:25
CATAMARAN BUILD – Transom Access Improvements – Ep209
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CATAMARAN BUILD – Transom Access Improvements – Ep209
Needing some better access I have embarked on another simple modification that will bring the boat in to a more modern design. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my production - https://www.patreon.com/lifeonthehulls If you would like to contri...
  • Mar 17, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:06
I need to get in, WHERE ! – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep210
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I need to get in, WHERE ! – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep210
Tight spaces, structural bulkheads, logistical planning and help is at hand with a good mate giving up his holiday time to lay down some laminates in the stern of the Catamaran. I am continully asking myself, Do I really need to get in Where? Thank you fo...
  • Mar 24, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:26:14
Catamaran Deck RaisIng for the Last time – ( Boat Building / Life On The Hulls EP211 )
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Catamaran Deck RaisIng for the Last time – ( Boat Building / Life On The Hulls EP211 )
I invite you all on site to the "Catamaran Raising Deck" for the first and last last time as we position it very carefully for the final preparation before locking her down for good. Old School Jacks and Old School Techniques making for a real picture of w...
  • Mar 31, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:03
Your Epoxy “Sir” – Holding the Catamaran together – ( Boat Building / Life On The Hulls Ep212)
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Your Epoxy “Sir” – Holding the Catamaran together – ( Boat Building / Life On The Hulls Ep212)
Weeks of work finalising the structure to drop the deck down in this weeks issue. I jam myself into places I simply shouldn't be in and the payoff is a sound method that will ensure a prefect fit and plenty of epoxy to hold the deck down for good. It's the...
  • Apr 07, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:28:30
Making good on some Modifications – ( Boat Building / Life ON The Hulls EP213)
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Making good on some Modifications – ( Boat Building / Life ON The Hulls EP213)
Don't get too far ahead of yourself with the Modifications or they will will rear up and bite you right on the behind. I need to go back and start fixing some of the mods that I have started or the whole thing will come to a grinding halt. 2 weeks till t...
  • Apr 14, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:24
Janet’s got a list ! – (Boat Building / Life On The Hulls EP 214)
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Janet’s got a list ! – (Boat Building / Life On The Hulls EP 214)
Should I worry? When the project manager AKA "Janet" creates a list it means things need to get done "fast", I have to tick every job off the list to make sure all goes to plan in the next weeks or there will be major consequences. Patreon Membership Th...
  • Apr 21, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:46
Epic Flowcoating Session – Finishing Bow Lockers – Ep215
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Epic Flowcoating Session – Finishing Bow Lockers – Ep215
7 Days before the deck is sealed down forever and we have a hundred things to do, but , the most important task is the finishing of the forward lockers. This Epic Flowcoating Session was an absolutely mean affair, fighting summer temps and lack of space we...
  • Apr 28, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:27:03
Chaos – How to Join a 42Ft Catamaran Deck and Hull – Catamaran Build Ep216
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Chaos – How to Join a 42Ft Catamaran Deck and Hull – Catamaran Build Ep216
If you think about, what I was trying to achieve here was something that Catamaran Factories do hundreds of times with a swathe of specialised equipment. Well, I simply don't have that option and I need to get this done in record time or the whole boat wil...
  • May 05, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:34:35
That’s a Big Hole in our new Catamaran Deck – Catamaran Build Ep217
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That’s a Big Hole in our new Catamaran Deck – Catamaran Build Ep217
The Deck is down for keeps, now I can get on with the major projects that have been waiting to be done. First is to deal with any gaps in the joints and then onto the deepest and most dangerous cut of all. That's a Big Hole in our new Catamaran Deck. Ross ...
  • May 12, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:34
The Biggest Modification of All – CATAMARAN BUILD FROM SCRATCH Ep218
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The Biggest Modification of All – CATAMARAN BUILD FROM SCRATCH Ep218
Not content to settle for the deck being as it is, I set about tackling the biggest and most important customisation of all. An integrated hard top mounting that at the beginning has my heart pounding and wondering if this is the right thing to do. Once th...
  • May 19, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:21:21
You broke it, You fix It! – Catamaran Improvements Ep219
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You broke it, You fix It! – Catamaran Improvements Ep219
If you cut something to piece , you'd better be ready to put it back together. This week I tackle the massive reconstruction of the Raised Helm Position and finalise some work on the new custom hard top in preparation for installing it on our Catamaran. ...
  • May 26, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:25:27
Is this the worst Experience of Janet’s Life? – The Reality of Boat Building Ep220
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Is this the worst Experience of Janet’s Life? – The Reality of Boat Building Ep220
I wouldn't have asked if it wasn't the most important part of this Catamaran Build. Seaming and tabbing the entire hull and deck, and I mean every single millimetre of the join to do the job right. Risking a my marriage , my long suffering partner in crime...
  • Jun 02, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:32
Custom Hard Top Install – This was “HUGE” Ep221
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Custom Hard Top Install – This was “HUGE” Ep221
Time to get our 25square mtr hard fitted once and for all. It costs nothing to subscribe but the benefits to a new channel are massive ,Thanks guys. Zach's Youtube Channel - https://youtube.com/channel/UCTijg62HPxNTukvOargVJlA Patreon Membership Thank y...
  • Jun 09, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:24:17
Exciting Catamaran Mould Stuff – Huh Catamaran Build from Scratch Ep222
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Exciting Catamaran Mould Stuff – Huh Catamaran Build from Scratch Ep222
It's not about the Milestone's every week here in the boat yard, some essential work just had to be done each week to move forward or we get bogged down in the process. We can easily lose site of the end goal with the logistics that have to be dealt with. ...
  • Jun 16, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:17
Tying the whole Project Together – COMPLETE CATAMARAN BUILD EP223
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Tying the whole Project Together – COMPLETE CATAMARAN BUILD EP223
With the Catamaran Deck Mounted , the Hard-Top sitting in place we are now able to concentrate on "Tying the whole project together". Critical elements can now be assembled, and pieced together to form our 42 foot catamaran. Patreon Membership Thank you f...
  • Jun 23, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:18:18
Variety is the spice of life – Complete Catamaran Build EP224
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Variety is the spice of life – Complete Catamaran Build EP224
Our whole project is flying along and the complexities are getting more challenging as we go ahead. The essential hull extensions get their start and Janet has taken on a whole new range of challenges as well to build experience in the Marine Rescue Field ...
  • Jun 30, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:34
It’s time to decide on our Propellers – EP225
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It’s time to decide on our Propellers – EP225
Choosing a Propeller for our Catamaran is a lot more complicated than just buying one on-line. It begins with determining the dimensions available under the boat and then templating the shape and size, before passing it over to the experts to assist in the...
  • Jul 07, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:25:26
Our 30th Wedding Anniversary – Grinding away at a beautiful Cruising Catamaran EP226
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Our 30th Wedding Anniversary – Grinding away at a beautiful Cruising Catamaran EP226
Permanently Installed and now fully integrated hard top is now laminated in place this week. The considerable effort in getting these parts in place means that the cleanup can be worse than the actual job itself. Janet and I celebrate our 30th Wedding Anni...
  • Jul 14, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:53
Reality Check – The Actual versus Reality – Boat Build Ep227
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Reality Check – The Actual versus Reality – Boat Build Ep227
If you don't get a "Reality Check" every now and and then, the whole thing becomes, kinda meaningless. I am the first to admit that solo boat building can grind you down, but when you are able to get a little bit of that inspiration, it's amazing how your ...
  • Jul 21, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:30
Catamaran Hull Extension Layup – Part 1 – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep228
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Catamaran Hull Extension Layup – Part 1 – CATAMARAN BUILD Ep228
Not happy to settle for a 39ft this Catamaran is getting a serious extension makeover before it even hits the water out to 42 feet or 12.7mtrs. The magic size for Catamarans to ensure costs are contained in "Marinas" and "Ever Increasing " Insurance Premiu...
  • Jul 28, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:40
Extending the Port Side Hull – Our Complete Catamaran Build Ep229
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Extending the Port Side Hull – Our Complete Catamaran Build Ep229
The great thing about a Catamaran Build is that you get to have 2 goes at getting it right, and with the Starboard side complete, the Portside gets a makeover and the extension of our Catamaran Hull is done. Still plenty of work to do, but the added length...
  • Aug 04, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:45
The Wall of Pain – Catamaran Build EP230
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The Wall of Pain – Catamaran Build EP230
Back at it this week and a visit to the Project Wall Of Pain has me worried, yet again, The first bit of Plastic Bling is dry installed and we demould the Port Hull Extension. Thank you for supporting my production - https://www.patreon.com/lifeonthehull...
  • Aug 11, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:19:20
Sugar Scoop Re-design – Catamaran Build Project Ep231
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Sugar Scoop Re-design – Catamaran Build Project Ep231
The hard decision to go ahead with a Sugar Scoop Re-Design will pay dividends when the job's done as it will provide a complete redundant storage and crash bulkhead whilst minimising work in the long run. The search for our solution for our tender davits i...
  • Aug 18, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:22:03
The process of bespoke construction – Catamaran Build Ep232
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The process of bespoke construction – Catamaran Build Ep232
Working your way through a custom bespoke design is often a messy and protracted process that looks a lot worse before it can ever look better. Join us as we piece this whole stern entry part together. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my produc...
  • Aug 25, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:17:38
Lazarette Access Hatch Build – 42 Foot Catamaran Build Ep233
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Lazarette Access Hatch Build – 42 Foot Catamaran Build Ep233
There is nothing more important than safety when considering how to complete this Catamaran. The Lazarette or Stern Access Hatch must be able to withstand water from above in the form of rain, deck wash and a following sea. Problematic water in the rear co...
  • Sep 01, 2022
  • Language: EN
  • Play Time: 00:20:00

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