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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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