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May 30, 2024
Are the standards for Lithium Batteries on Boats Changin? – Catamaran Building EP267
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...
Marine Engine Exhaust Design – Complete Catamaran Build Ep268
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...
Quick Update – Final Flow Coat of our Sugar Scoop Extensions
An update of the final coat of flow coat has revealed the result of our many modifications to our extended hulks, and we reckon it looks amazing. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my production - https://www.patreon.com/lifeonthehulls If you w...
“The System Works!” Testing Our Electrical System || Life On the Hulls Ep269
The word Fantastic doesn't describe how exciting this day is. Testing our electrical system and flicking the switch is a momentous occasion and we are so happy with this install which has set our Catamaran up for state of the art install. Patreon Member...
“From Concern to Confidence: Conquering the Challenges of Catamaran Electrical Installation” Ep270
Since starting the building of this Catamaran I always had a deep concern about the electrical installation and how we could possibly accomplish it. I could never have imagined a system that has become so complex but am beginning to understand it and bette...
Stretching the Limits: Strengthening the Hull Extensions (Sugar Scoops) of our Catamaran Build Ep271
A rare spare afternoon in a massive Catamaran Build was spent Strengthening the Hulls Extension by completing the external laminates and building the join up to be able to fair it down to the gel coat layer. Our Electrical System gets to a very satisfactor...
“No More Slips and Falls: Anti-Skid Solution for Catamaran Sugarscoops” Ep272
The question of anti skid grip on the Catamaran Sugar Scoops has been asked many times. You can only have so much forethought when attacking a project this big, but rebuilding the saloon hatch access wasn't something I had factored into. This week, there i...
I Had To Cut 12 More Holes into the Catamaran Deck – Ep273
This whole build has been one modification after another, but when it come to safety the last thing you think of is to cut even more holes int the Catamaran Deck. Our channel's goal is to provide and insight into what it takes to build a 42 foot Cruising ...
Making our Wave Breaker Nacelles. – Catamaran Build Ep274
With major progress every week, it is amazing how much variety a week here building a Catamaran has. From fabricating to design to implementation, that is the essence of boat building, and what keeps us motivated. This week we work on Making our Wave break...
Detailing the Transom // Complete Catamaran Build Ep275
Full on boat building jobs over the past few months. Adding some finer detail to the Catamaran Transom and seeing her final look is a great result. This Youtube build series is all about what it takes to build a Catamaran from Scratch. There is so much d...
Installing Beautiful Boat Bits // Complete Catamaran Build Ep276
Finally at the stage where the manufactured goods get to be place in position to finalise the look and function of the boat. A simple hatch and portlight can provide the impetus to press on to the final stage of the build. Exciting times ahead for this pro...
Line Winch Dilemma // Solving The Rigging Layout Ep277
Critical issues are solved this week as we tackle the Deck Layout and Line Winch Dilemma. Ensuring adequate reinforcement and correct alignment will be an ongoing issue until the boat is rigged, but making sure everything has been thoroughly researched and...
It’s Transformational // Complete Catamaran Build Ep278
Transformational moments are few and far between in a massive boat build like this, but his week we spray the port side hull extensions that were once just hunks of foam and fibreglass to reveal our Catamaran's final look, and WE LOVE IT! This YouTube bui...
The Complete Look // Seeing It All Come Together Ep279
12 Months of modification and customisation come down to a couple of hours of Gel Coat Spraying. The final look is absolutely how I pictured it. It will certainly become the most functional area on the Catamaran. This YouTube build series is all about wha...
It’s Death On The Mould // Absolutely Gutted Ep280
I sometimes think I am indestructible, building a boat requires a certain amount of effort and when you go for years without being beaten down by it, you tend to not think about when enough is enough. Well, this week, I think I have met my match so tune ...
Finishing Till It’s Done Right // Flow Coat Spraying Catamaran Cockpit Ep281
Don't be fooled that one spray is going to be enough, no matter how well prepared you are, there is always going to be more detail and more effort required to bring up a final finish. much in this episode. This YouTube build series is all about what it ...
Why we used Raptor Coatings on our Catamaran // Boat Build Ep282
Breaking from our normal chemistry we have made the decision for our final finish. So why did we use Raptor Coatings to finish our Hard Top Undersides. The answer lies in it's simplicity and the textured appearance. Was it easy to apply, how did the spray ...
Catamaran Nacelles – Wave Breakers on the Bow // Catamaran Build From Scratch Ep283
The work begins on the installation of the all important Wave Breaker Nacelles. Working overhead and with some logistical challenges this will have a marked effect on the look and function of the Catamaran. Patreon Membership Thank you for supporting my p...
Whaaat Was I Thinking ? // Complete Catamaran Build Ep284
There aren't many time I question wanting to build a boat, but this week I have certainly beaten myself up, wondering why I would put myself, my family and more importantly, our entire Youtube Viewership through this nightmare. This YouTube build series i...
It’s Just Wasn’t Good Enough // Catamaran Build From Scratch Ep285
Not satisfied with the first Flow Coat Finish on our Hull Extensions we are at it to make it right. A final detail sand after this session will bring it all to fair for a beautiful reveal. The boat jobs are many in every week here on the hulls as we bring ...
Catamaran Saloon Transformation // Catamaran Fitout Series Ep286
Sometimes it all just leads to a couple of pivotal moments. After a few years of looking at the Raw Green Fibreglass Interior it's time to make her look clean and beautiful. The cabin interior takes on a whole new look. Patreon Membership Thank you for s...
The Internal Fitout Begins // This will save us months of work Ep287
Never knock back family assistance in a massive Boat Build like this. To have the opportunity to get 3 times the work done is like a god send to us as we progress into the internal fitout of our 1 foot Cruising Catamaran. This will save us months of work. ...
The Result Is Amazing // Catamaran Fitout Solution – Ep288
For the first time since this Catamaran Build started, I have been playing the foreman and keeping a close eye on the workers ensuring their quality is top notched, only to realise, it is my work that is letting the side down. Welcome to Life On The Hulls...
It Couldn’t Be Worse // Catamaran Build Ep 289
"The list of tasks achieved this week is epic, having 3 workers going flat out certainly makes the workload a lot easier, but that doesn't mean we can take foot off the pedal. While part of the team takes a few days off, I dig deep to get ahead of the work...
Making Our Own Stainless Steel Handrails – Cruising Catamaran Project Ep290
Trying to get Custom Stainless Steel Handrails Fabricated these days is a real challenge , such is the essence of this entire project, we'll just do it ourselves and do our best to make them look as good as a bought one. Not as easy as we thought, but it i...
Saloon Window Fabrication – Liveaboard Catamaran Project Ep291
One of the major milestones of the build right here this week. Our Saloon Window Fabrication has had me daunted for some time now, but we smashed it out in a day. Such is the irony of a Cruising Cat build, the things that scare you the most, are perhaps th...
Catamaran Saloon Window Install – Ep292 Complete Catamaran Build
Just because you've made the windows, doesn't mean you are anywhere near finished. The prep is epic, the install is even bigger. Our Catamaran Saloon Window install is certainly a process to get this right. She is finally at lock up stage and we are so blo...
IT HAD TO COME TO AN END // Catamaran Build Project Ep293
When you have the extra help available, find the worst job you can imagine and take full advantage of it. Our Sam's last day working with us on the Catamaran becomes a physical challenge and we test his engineering know how to bend a very complicated pair ...
It couldn’t get much harder – Boat Building EP294
Almost 6 years into this epic project and my misconception that the workload would get easier. I honestly thought the hard work was done". Is it me getting older or is it me just facing the fact that to finish this project, and I will Finish this Catamaran...
We Sprayed our Cabin ceilings with Raptor – Catamaran Project EP295
The interior of the Catamaran is moving along quickly now with Raptor Ceiling finishes and internal lining sheets being epoxied in for a clean, modern , no fuss finish. Highlights of woodwork and soft furnishing will make the boat homely and extremely comf...