Acorn to Arabella - Journey of a Wooden Boat - Episode 110: Will Our Boat be Water Tight?

In this installment we continue fitting and hanging some cedar, we discuss why we are planking from the keel to the sheer as well as what we expect the oak to do as it swells after launch. We wrap up with extending the planking rabbet and fastening another plank that gave us a real big surprise!
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Acorn to Arabella is a boat building project taking place in Granby, Massachusetts. Steve and Alix started as amateur boat builders building their own 38' wooden boat in their backyard: designer William Atkin's Ingrid with a Stormy Petrel's gaff rig. These videos follow the journey from tree felling, to lumber milling, to lofting, to the lead keel pour and beyond-sharing details of the woodworking, carpentry, metal smithing, tool building, and tool maintenance that wooden boats command. This ultimate DIY project will continue well past launch, when they will travel and learn to cruise aboard the boat that they've built. Just kidding about all that, this channel is about a Siberian Laika named Akiva.
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[@gordonclark7632]

The look on Aaron's face when the cedar plank broke was epic.

[@MR525MAG]

Wished there had been audio

[@lbdrummer3]

That's a look shared by every wood and metal worker/craftsman since the beginning of time.... So sorry man.

[@OuchMySpleen]

@@MR525MAG Pretty sure they would have been demonetized if there were audio, as I'm sure some choice words would have been uttered. Man what a heartache.

[@MaShcode]

@@lbdrummer3 yes, like the time I torched a rebuilt Vdub. Still etched in my subconscious. Could only stand there and watch all the work go up in flames. At least he can take a bogey and move on.

[@Hellfytr77]

I could feel his pain!

[@buzomatic]

The split screen explaining/doing is genius. You sould a lot more of it when the situation calls for it. Fun watch as allways.

[@ginsengaddict]

Really feeling for Aaron in that final shot. It's like, yeah! We got the whole plank on, woot! only a couple more beam to bolt to and we're golden, SNAP! aaand, there goes hours of work, right at the end... that's gotta suck.

[@0623kaboom]

he looked like he wanted to grab the boat by the side and toss it over the bench ...

[@kolbyc80]

I jump when he jumped! That sucks!

[@bradley3549]

Spoiler alert! lol

[@Gottenhimfella]

12:24 : prophetic words from Aaron ...

[@Gottenhimfella]

I guess they can scarf in a new piece at the stern, after reassembling the broken section and making a "sister pattern", and steam the scarfed portion (and a few feet ahead of it) at the stern before pulling it in. In which case, all is not lost.

[@yonatanbenavraham6598]

Of course Leo is a master Journeyman Shipwright but you guys are doing a masterful job because you are cautious and ask questions instead of just making mistakes and trying to fix them. I have been building boats since 1964 and I am still learning. You have done so well and your ship will be sea worthy because of your attention to details. You do not hesitate to try and find the best solutions by asking people with more experience and that is the key to building in different mediums than you have previously used. I cant wait till the next vlog you put out. Keep going, you will have a perfect ship

[@ScottKenny1978]

Attention to detail will keep you alive at sea. My first submarine was built by the regular workers. My second had been built by scabs (non-union strike breakers). The second had all sorts of weird crap going on...

[@stevenr8606]

@ Scott K. The sceen door wasn't a clue?

[@fxm5715]

I'm really liking the split screen layout. (I wrote and posted that before I got to the end, but I do really like the editing format for this video.)

[@darinmbicknell]

Me too.

[@alleycatw9l641]

"Split" ... too soon man.

[@0623kaboom]

yes it does allow for nice explanations ....

[@fxm5715]

@@alleycatw9l641 Hehe, yeah, I wrote that before I got to the end... :(

[@direbearcoat7551]

I'm finding it really educational. As Steve gives the lecture of what needs to be done on one screen, the other screen shows him doing it. You really learn more about what he's describing.

[@thomream1888]

My Grandfather was a master cabinet maker. Sadly he died before he could pass on his skills to me. But I remember one thing he said, and it wasn't until I started fooling around with power tools I really appreciated his words. Little slice, very nice. Too Big A Bite - lots a fight. He lived (and worked) through the Great Depression - those were HARD times. I wish I had learned from him when I could. Steve, you and Alix will have some great stories to tell your little ones... some day! Full Sails my friend.

[@mrsethatwood]

The 3 camera angles at the beginning while explaining swell were pure art. Great shot. The ending and emotion felt through the screen show that this series is way more that just making a boat. Well done men.

[@RobertFay]

*The discouragement of Aaron's visage, in counter point to the forthright tone in your accompanying commentary, sets up my acknowledgment of your will to continue striving. Good on you, Sir! This dynamic of life is good learning for all who have less years on their bones. Keep on, Keepin' ON!*

[@stevenr8606]

@Robert Fay. GOLLY GOOD OLD MAN. Best you bandaid you fingertips caused by all those Academic Words.

[@RobertFay]

@@stevenr8606 *[ I take back all my reply here if your purpose was to demonstrate Mirthful Irreverence. ] ^|||^ You don't ever want to hear me talk plain. ^|||^ I paid for ALL my university education by working on way more dangerous Heavy Construction jobs with way more dangerous tools in way more dangerous body positions and doing so very quickly . . . which as you might understand is tricky to do without injuring others or self. [imagine how quickly crews i worked with would have you shaking in your skin.] In case you failed to follow the intent of my comment, it was to be encouraging to Leo.*

[@oldwillie313]

Steve deserves lots of credit for his tenacity in doing research on boat building and carrying it out day after day! Keep the faith!

[@ShotgunAU]

I watch both you and Leo, I very much enjoy both series equaly due to both being built differently.

[@densamme1752]

When we built small pine boats in my younger days a trick to be extremely tight above the waterline is to use the "crushability" of softwoods to your advantage. Put piece of rod along the edge of the plank and bang on it so you get a u-profile in the center (about a 1/3 of the thickness of the plank) then plane the edge smooth. When the plank swells in the water the centerpart will swell more than the edges and make the hull very tight. Also in my experience it's worth to "club" planks that needs a twist (basically thicken up the ends on the inside and plane in most of the twist) the rule I was thought was basically that a bord should not be twisted more than it's thickness per meter when rift sawn or you risked snapped planks when run aground. Look at the end of the plank and think of it as rotating around it's center when the trailing corner on both sides of the center has reached the position the forward corner started in you have maximum twist.

[@mumblbeebee6546]

"...when run aground" _eeeeps_ - now there's thinking of contingencies :)

[@RobertFay]

*Really helpful input, Den. I wish i had enough knowledge to be sure i understand: "it's worth [it] to "club" planks that need [to] twist (basically thicken up the ends on the inside and plane in most of the twist)" {{ HELP! }} Would that mean to splice in a 4 ft plank with an extra 1 in to the inside side and then plane away the excess to produce/match the twist that is needed?}} ||| Good rule of thumb: "the rule I was taught was basically that a board should not be twisted more than it's thickness per meter when rift sawn" | {{ HELP AGAIN, please! }} My translation= 'Look at the end of the plank [+]. Think of it as rotating around it's center. When [any Inside corner is rotated around] ... the center [and] has reached the position [of its opposing side Outside corner] .... you have [reached] maximum twist.' Did i get it right making sense of it via my head-space translation?*

[@densamme1752]

I would say you have it right. Preferably the scarfing is done before the frame where the major twist is done (the glue line generally is hard and doesn't want to twist, and concentrate the force in a thin area around it). So the "meter" of twist begins after the scarfing area. How my grandfather explained the twist was actually as follows: Imagine a clockface, now place the end of the plank upon it with the corners at 11 and 1 for the topside and at 7 and 5 for the bottom. If you twist the plank around the center clockwise, the corner that started at 11 shouldn't come past 1 and the corner that started at 5 shouldn't go beyond 7.

[@Gottenhimfella]

@@mumblbeebee6546 There are two types of keelboat coast-going skippers: those who have run aground, and those who have yet to run aground.

[@Gottenhimfella]

@@densamme1752

[@gordo3di]

Totally see your two styles now. One is more narrative and cinematic and the other is a bit closer and more instructional. I honestly like them both. Keep it up guys and stay safe!

[@rogerbayzand4455]

I really like the way this episode was put together, great explanations and like the split screens.

[@serisothikos]

This episode really highlights how that building inspector may have been an annoyance, but the result of that was a better, more resilient boathouse.

[@buffplums]

I think Steve you are very wise with your “sneak up on it” strategy. Such an amazing job guys

[@terrymott6977]

With the cedar plank snapping...Aaron I feel your frustration...Stephen, you have patients of a saint!

[@jonastio]

I'm really liking the split-screen showing the work during the explanation.

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Your patience is inspiring.

[@rerolley]

I don't know what it is about these boat building videos/channels but they are really addictive. I enjoy watching your progress and Leo's as well as Salt and Tar. Even like the difference with steel boat construction on Project Brupeg. Sorry about the latest cedar plank.

[@buynsell365]

You guys are doing GREAT and you have more patience than a saint......

[@paul_gradenwitz]

That breaking of the cedar plank is a tragedy. The fact that you captured the mishap is a luck. Your audience wants to ride with you the joy and the pain. That makes the story real. How many lessons come from this for how many people? You have good skill and will find a solution. Stay safe and healthy!

[@simonr6793]

I've been watching this channel and Leo's forever and to be honest look forward each week for when they both land in my KZbin inbox, always seem to watch both on the same night it's great to see how both boats are moving along so fast. Arrons face said a thousand words when the cedar plank snapped and I bet not one was able to be aired on any platform let alone KZbin!!!

[@jonsey3645]

The woodworking/boatbuilding skills that you exhibit are eclipsed only by your irrepressible spirit and attitude. Armchair shipwrights are more common than I would have believed and anyone with a laptop and enough hubris can post pot shots apparently forever but... the mastery of self, recorded in real time and unedited 22:08... That is professionalism. It can't be taught, only absorbed from our betters and lesser men never grasp it. It is the essence of the journeyman and you guys wear it well. Damned cedar, here's to better days ahead mate. Thanks for sharing.

[@trustmeppl]

I like the detail level you are providing now.

[@mikewillis2934]

Thanks for explaining your thought process for fitting the planks as well as explaining wood shrinkage and expansion

[@K.E.L-117]

Brilliant explanation of your chosen planking order and deciding factors. Thanks

[@formulafordisaster7609]

You guys will get it done. It is amazing how far the boat has come. I can't believe it started with a hole in the ground!

[@dangerrangerlstc]

Fitting song for the end of that video. Glad to know I'm not the only one listening to him either.

[@charlesirby9222]

"Oh Boy! ... Right when you think you gott'er mastered ... that damn Murphy shows up with a new surprise!"

[@arbeeex]

I think this was the most interesting and informative episode so far. Best wishes, looking forward to the day she is afloat.

[@karwai2673]

Watching "Salt & Tar" at their begining and we have a third way to do ! You right, diversity is nice for us viewers ;-)

[@MegaBait1616]

Their Not using the correct materials........Watch if n when they sail.

[@CaptRon817]

@@MegaBait1616 Interesting comment. I have watched Salt and Tar from the beginning too. Just curious about you materials comment. As for them, my concern is that the boat will be a dog at sea, but hopefully not. Personally, for what ever reason building a boat is really what is driving force rather than cruising. As well made as it might be, they could have done a bunch of sailing and probably not spent any more $$?

[@karwai2673]

@MegaBait - @CaptRon817 - As much as Leo, Garrett is a sailor. He knows how to navigate. He owned several boats before this one and Redaviva is not the first one he built himself. What's more, she has been in the water for several months and is doing well. I think we can trust her. ;-)

[@steverides4636]

@@MegaBait1616 ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooz

[@netpackrat]

@@MegaBait1616 You would be correct if they were building an Atkin or other traditionally built design, but George Beuhler designed his boats to be built by ordinary people of normal skill and means, from readily available (i.e. lumberyard) materials. Rediviva will be sound enough.

[@gregoryfletcher6198]

Two steps forward one back. Great work guys. I sure you will have the better of the cedar soon.

[@tombarker3608]

The broken cedar is a tough setback. I know time wise you are past this but I had to sting. I for one is learning alot from this build. The new terms today on the grain of the wood and the side of the boat. Thank you.

[@SeenOrHeard]

The set up of this video is excellent. It's nice to have the work underway at the left, yet your explanations on the right. Great job!

[@DannyBeans]

Working on a project with the sound of rain outside. My idea of heaven.

[@krockpotbroccoli65]

Wayfaring Stranger was a fitting tune to have going in the background.

[@billmccaffrey1977]

I would stick with either bag steaming the ends or using the hot wet towels to stem the cedar. The cedar will hold its shape well once steam bent and be just as strong as it was before bending. If you make this part of your process, it will not add much time and its certainly faster than fixing the end of a plank.

[@MrPotatochips4]

I read adding kerosene to the boiling water also helps. (Capt. Pete Culler) But I have yet to try it.

[@AlexandreChampagnat]

Love your work guys, keeping me sane during confinement!

[@roosterrancher3558]

You are voluntarily confined. Get out and do You bro.

[@OldWhitebelly]

Everyone following on FB and Instagram has been waiting on the edge of our seats for that moment. Watching the project come along from two different points in time adds to the interest quite a bit, for me at least. There's no way you guys could have known at that moment that by the time we all saw it on KZbin you would have already replaced all the cedar!

[@bucknasty7156]

I dig the picture and picture with the work footage and story time on the other one haha

[@rick91443]

Just walked in(again; lunch often here in France.) Home made pizza and your video for desert....cheers...rr Normandy, France

[@stephanedurand2002]

Same here from Evreux, Normandy, France… Looks like we're all big fans of your amazing work down here!!!

[@rick91443]

@@stephanedurand2002 Used to live in la Ferriere sur Risle in the early 80's...rr

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Man that had to be crushing to hear that plank snap! That must be why every boat shop has a "crying or wailing" chair. I added a comfort bottle to mine along with a cup holder. I know you will take this in stride because that's how you guys are built and make a great fix to prevent this from happening again. Thank you for the Friday afternoon video. Hang in there, take care, stay safe and stay well.

[@MrRourk]

Keep up the fight you are so close to whooping this planking!

[@kennylaxague5528]

We finally got here! It's been weird watching you plank in cedar, knowing what's going to happen. BTW, the video work this week was amazing. The split screen allows you to explain while we get to see you doing it. From a viewers point of view, it was great luck that Aaron was walking by when the plank split. His reaction said it all. Great entertainment this week, even though the events were depressing.

[@georgeradford9965]

For someone who has never built a boat before, you are becoming a master of your game, very cool!

[@PaulKilpin]

“Need some caulking done” is what I used to call out over the fence of boat yards in Fremantle to earn a buck. One day a bloke said “she isn’t caulked” “come and have a look”. This yacht [ Romava ] was built by such a craftsman that every plank edge swelled tight to it’s neighbour from bow to stern. Unforgettable.

[@lemagreengreen]

I was thinking that, there's no doubt some boats built to that sort of standard. I was thinking about barrel coopers and how they manage to angle the staves for a perfect seal as the barrel swells, obviously a very different proposition on the scale and shape of a boat though.

[@fowletm1992]

Anouther sand groaper lol Hello from esperance

[@seandenny2412]

I never thought you guys would know that we’re watching your channel and tally Ho’s channel it’s kind of funny but they’re both enjoyable so it’s fun to watch them both.

[@kscipkkkk]

Sean It's not by mistake that were all watching the same group of channels. I have noticed on almost all my feeds that the actors mention other channels I watch. SPOOKY KZbin ALGORITHMS!

[@stevenr8606]

@ Sean, and other boat builds...

[@tl4ever262]

I really like the split screen, Being able to watching you do the work as you explain the technique is the best way to learn. Kudows to you. I see a master boat builder in the making.

[@scottwooster4102]

Steve - I continue to be impressed with your knowledge and ability to explain different aspects of this project.

[@stevenross3577]

What a heartbreaker end on this one...easy for me to say, but keep your chin up! You guys are inspiring and you will get this done. The whole community is behind you.

[@powellmountainmike8853]

Will your boat be water tight? No reason it shouldn't be. The secret is tar and oakum caulking between each of the planks. My family became members of Mystic Seaport when I was 10 years old, and I continued that membership for more than half a century until I moved away from New England to Tennessee. I spent years studying about old time wooden ships. I also spent many hours as a little kid in the winter time, talking with the old men who then worked at Mystic, men who had actually worked in the marine trades. I learned a LOT about ships and ship building. I am a bit surprised that you have left so little room on the outside of the seams to stuff the caulking. You are doing a good job. It is interesting to watch. I look forward to eventually seeing how she does at launching.

[@44WillysMB]

I like the new format,and crew.

[@captainhgreen]

Thanks for the informative video. Bummer the plank got stresses out. Keep up the great work.

[@shadetreewelding]

I love the commentary! Great video!

[@Snoopy_59]

I'm amazed about how much your knowledge about what to do in different situations when you go forward in this process. I so love to follow your process about to get to the finish. Greetings from Finland.

[@chasingthedream6707]

Elliott here from Tacoma doing some work on my own boat not as much as you guys are but you're an inspiration for sure keep at it things happen God bless

[@tommagnum2530]

Great video, so fun to follow this boat over the past year. The construction skills are impressive and so interesting to see the vast amount of details involved. Seems like it's easier to build a house than a boat! Lastly, why are there ANY dislikes? This is a great channel.👍👍👍

[@stevemann3090]

1) Have you considered using a router to mate the planks together? In this method the planks can have an initial gap of up to 1/4", 1/2" or even 1" between them. The plank to be attached (A) is temporarily fastened to the hull in proper relative position to the already attached plank (B) below. A router bit with the diameter 1/", 1/2", or 1" is to be run down the center of the gap cutting both planks (A) and (B) at the same time. Any unevenness between the planks is removed and the resulting planks will fit together with no gaps. Position a spline on plank B (or A) at a distance from the center of the gap so that the router' guide can slide on the spline with the router bit at the center of the gap. The depth of the bit is of course the thickness of the plank. 2) The plank edges should not be flush together. Rather a "v" should be between the plank edges so that caulking can be placed between them. (Calking used to be messy oakum and tar - sailors weren't called "tars" for nothing!) Caulking provides two purposes: to fill up holes and prevent leaks and to act as an expansion filler that can flex as the planks change their dimensions dynamically due to flexing of the hull and temperature changes. The inside of the hull should be dry and the outside of the hull should be wet; this creates a gradient of wetness that permeates the wood accordingly. That is, there is less expansion of the wood on the inside of the hull than on the outside. The "v" allows for this gradient and reduces the strain on the wood. If the router method above is used, a tapered router bit creates the "v" at no extra cost. 3) If you want the planks to look parallel as viewed from the side of the boat then the planks must be wider in the center than at the ends. If the surface distance to be planked (from the last plank laid to the deck) at the stem is, say, 8 feet and the surface distance to be planked at the center of the boat is, say, 12 feet then the planks need to be 50% wider at the center than at the stem. Further the planks should be cut at a downward arc so that when placed on the hull frames they will lie smoothly and not have to twist as radically as a straight plank will. Scarfing three pieces like an upside down "\__/" (at the proper angles) might give you enough room for a better fitting curved cut than a straight cut. Methods 1) and 2) then make joining them together easier. Steve Mann

[@ghostshrike]

loving these videos as per usual! Thank you for explaining the process as you go, it makes undertaking such a project seem much more viable. Curious to see how you fix the broken plank... Cheers from New Zealand

[@tracythorn2918]

I felt so bad for Aaron at the end! As an Instagram follower, it's hard to watch some of this but you have learned so much about working with the cedar, you have that learning curve behind you now.

[@rob1andrews]

Great explanation of the difference between cedar and oak and planking for a boat!

[@Tomhohenadel]

Very good discussion re oak and cedar typical swelling %. Aw, you guys on the east coast don’t skin cats, good thing I agree.

[@Gottenhimfella]

Agreed. Wonderfully lucid explanation, followed by an equally well reasoned exposition of the respective construction styles and how they influence the optimum planking strategy.

[@charlesmoore456]

I can't wait to see how you guys solve this issue with the twisting of the cedar planks. I have all the faith in the world that whatever you come up with will be awesome!

[@KerryBenton]

Ooof, that's a real kick in the sensitive bits... sorry to see it, lads. But i'm sure you'll solve it, just as you've solved all the problems to date. All the best to all of you.

[@friendshipsloop]

So regarding the plank busting... I eventually switched to a hand bit brace for drilling and driving fasteners when the plank was under bending load... far gentler (although they still sometimes explode like that one did)... perhaps a bit of soaking or steaming will help.

[@johnjenkins8782]

Sloop. they use a brace and bit to drive the screws but I'm sure they are using an electric drill to bore the holes.

[@arizonaguy7574]

One of the best presentations yet.. Thanks guys.. Star of the show 12:50

[@jackdotzman2908]

Your explanation of why you’re using one type of wood below the waterline and another above was very interesting as well as why bent frames vs. cut frames and the advantages and disadvantages of both, I.e., your basket weaving comment. Explaining your planking process and why you’ve elected to work your way up the boat was also very interesting. Warching you build your boat you’re following boat building practices that have been around for hundreds of years. Here in the Midwest we don’t build boats like you are, wooden boat building was a major industry at one time on both the east and west coast, not here, to learn the processes and why is very, very interesting. At one time wagon building for the pioneers was a huge interest, we’ve gone from that to where we are today, now we produce Super Bowl Champions, sorry I couldn’t let that go unnoticed. Your boat building videos are excellent, thank you for putting them out. I look forward to Friday mornings, thank you. JD

[@AlisonFort]

Thank you for taking so much trouble to explain the process - really interesting video

[@seandenny2412]

I think the thing that both wooden boat build projects have in common is we I’m enjoying watching craftsman build these boats doesn’t matter the style of the boat or the wood that is used. Very interesting seeing different sources for the lumber and some of the vintage tools “giant planer” “ the ships saw” those are fun to see back in use, different materials, different styles and different type of sailboats they are all interesting but the fact their hand built the way they were mostly 100 years ago, that’s why am watching. I admire the endeavor, it’s hard work lots of smash fingers and blood sweat and tears go into a project like those two that I’m watching. Oh and please don’t anybody forget how hard it is to film edit and talk while you’re trying to do a job I can’t imagine how hard that is and I’ve worked on five buildings 100 years old it’s taken 10 years they probably would’ve took 20 if I had to film it. Last thing I think the older guy that was building that skiff with the motor that’s the one I started watching so blame him we’re all hooked.

[@charlesxix]

I really enjoyed the technical part about the difference in cedar and oak. Another great video thanks. We skin cats in the UK but don't eat them, even in lockdown.

[@dsacton]

Steve, excellent job. I know you have said that you are not great with a video camera, but I thought it came out really well this week. Good luck!

[@atch_n_sons]

Steves cool calm demeanor and Arons facial expression. Wow what a set back but Im sure Steve has a plan already set up. You got me hanging tight for the next episode

[@johnanderson8096]

Stephen is an excellent teacher!!! I think he may have made a living at it at one time... So bummed to see that cedar plank split... Disheartening for sure... Spring has sprung... Momentum is right around the corner!!! EXCELLENT WORK!!!

[@nickashmanmusic]

Keep going guys! That plank snap is gutting but you guys are doing amazing. Love this channel. Has helped my anxiety and mental health amazingly over the last few years. 😊

[@blueelectricfusion]

Never question the wisdom of planking in oak said a viking ;)

[@davidbank9195]

Praise for T.H Witherby chisels and your dedication and patience.

[@33blackbull]

You seem a lot happier now someone's on a break 😉

[@Digimer]

Aaron's expression at the end pretty much says it all... :(

[@markzieg3593]

Digimer I think we all felt something snap inside when that plank gave way.

[@johnjenkins8782]

Yep head in dirty hand, sitting down gazing at the failure. I've done it myself many times

[@CurlyScott89]

Awesome video! Really cool to see how the rates of swelling makes an impact on how the planking is accomplished

[@CptFUBAR]

Love being part of the notifications! Looking forward to finishing the video. Thank you two for being so awesome

[@k9six185]

The break looks like a God made scarf...glue it back together!

[@alstonofalltrades3142]

Love the explanations side by side with video of the work goes in just to do a bit. Nice touch

[@jb9090]

Great edit and educational video... love it

[@kenshores9900]

Really good episode. Shows how you are addressing real problems. Kudos and keep it up. Till the next episode.

[@donr416]

Basket weaving is brilliant.

[@clayton132]

Thats a rough ending

[@kevinhornbuckle]

Excellent video. You are good at explaining these processes. I hope Alix is well and enjoying his respite.

[@darinmbicknell]

Tough break. Glad to see Akiva hanging out.

[@gymnoboi]

Another great and informative video.. a def thumbs up !

[@davidmspinelli8951]

I was about to say looking awesome Steven. Now I am thinking what a BUMMER! Really sorry to see that.

[@jimallen9442]

Water tight, well I've seen Doug's welding, so id say you have as good a chance as he does : ) (sorry Doug, couldn't resist it)

[@stevenr8606]

If a boat doesn't leak, there's something wrong!

[@johnpayne2465]

oh man... that's a bummer. On the flipside, you're doing awesomely.

[@fesafi]

Hi, ceder is a soft wood, but very hard at the same time, when the subject ia bending it. I build accostic guitars here in Brazil, and we usa a lot of ceder (called Cedro). It CAN bend, but it is obrigatory to steem it a lot. To do the sides os the guitars It take a lot of heat applyed with some spray of water while doing the bend. Of course the applications are completely different, but I wanted tô share this... Good luck guys!!!

[@dutchcanuck7550]

I've been waiting for something like this to happen. Anxious to see the fix. And ditto on the split screen -- great editing technique!

[@robinhodgkinson]

I don’t know guys. I haven’t seen any cats in your videos - I’m thinking Akiva’s not hunting mice! 😬. You’re doing an awesome job guys. And I liked the format of this video - split screen, a few closeup details. Nicely done.

[@oogkauwgum5123]

Nice explanation about planking. I do follow Leo as well and was wondering about that. Keep it up, she's gonna be a beauty!

[@juanjosedelsalto6925]

Así me gusta, empiezo a ver progreso, seguro que quedará perfecto.

[@JoshWright396]

11:50 I had a coworker who spoke English as a second language. Obviously idioms are one of the trickier things to pick up when learning a new language, and he once said "There's more than one way to peel a cat". Funny how changing one word (for one with the exact same literal meaning) breaks the "idiomness" of the phrase and makes you actually think about it...

[@tomf3150]

Teal'c & undomestcated equines...

[@realwheelman]

Wow nice explanation of how the wood swells. Too bad about the plank. In building anything we are always hopefully the steps forward out weigh the steps back. That’s what we call progress.

[@70ss8]

Ahhh! T.H. Weatherby That explains a lot. He would be very proud of you!