Bolting the Lead Ballast Keel and Steaming Frames S2-E36

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Nice work on fitting that ballast keep to the wood keel. That much squeeze out indicates a very tight fit. Glad to see you had a helping hand and got to have some face time with a good friend. Take care, stay well and Happy Holidays Bob.

[@bendavison222]

Thanks for taking the time to teach us and also thanks for showing yourselves wearing masks in the video! Great to see people modeling good, sensible behavior and doing worthwhile things!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Ben!

[@arlenmargolin1650]

Wow I'm not sure if I've ever seen a shop this organized ever

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks

[@thesoupin8or673]

The more caught up I get, the more excited I am to continue! Great work as always, Bob

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks!

[@scottthomas5999]

Vary creative installation on the aft frames.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@davidc6510]

Seeing the squeeze out on the keel and boat was very satisfying indicator of a job well done. Great work Bob. Thanks for sharing.

[@wgordonyoung]

The amount of squeeze out is a testament to your fantastic skill in mating the two profiles! Excellent job. Such a joy to watch.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Gordon, I really appreciate your comment. Thanks!

[@scottgorman7166]

Just found your channel by way of Jamestown Dist. Nice project and it sure brings back some fond memories repairing old wooden boats....a Yankee screwdriver...havent seen mine in years. Im hooked, will follow till the launch.......

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks and welcome

[@arlenmargolin1650]

Wow that's really refreshing seeing somebody using a Yankee screwdriver it just is something I didn't expect to see especially in the day of lithium batteries and screw guns and the like

[@kennethellison9713]

I had the same thought. I used mine daily, back in "the day."

[@billiondollardan]

This boat is a real beauty

[@dagwood1327]

You are influencing my behavior. I needed a lumber rack in my shop. Before I started construction I thought of your example of quality in everything you do. Now I have an oak lumber rack that is 4 x 8 by 9 ft tall. The oak is planed, sanded with rounded edges. It has 7 compartments for different species. Brings new meaning to shop furniture. Thanks for your quality build, quality videos and editing.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi David, That sound fantastic. You will enjoy your new "Shop Furniture" for years I'm sure of that. Thanks for watching!

[@sunny71169]

I would not have liked drilling holes into my beautifully painted hull, but I suppose a dab of fairing compound, little light sanding, a couple coats of primer and paint, a little wet sanding, and the holes, mostly below the waterline, will disappear, but still.... Glad you got the cotton under the washers this time. You know we were watching! :o)

[@nordyfamily]

I think your editing skills are as great as your craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the hard work. I only wish there were more to watch!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thank you very much! I work hard on the videos, I'm glad you're enjoying them!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Film school 101, "leave them wanting more".

[@robertbamford8266]

Hose steamer. Clever solution to small jobs. And the wood burner to create a new “one piece” fitting. Thanks for the video.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks for watching!

[@svlamancha9877]

Keel on is a great milestone. 👍

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

It sure is! Thanks for watching.

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

The keel fit so well there wasn't much room for filler. That was a nice even line down the filled seam between the lead and wood. There are always lots of little jobs that take forever to be done. She is looking good.

[@davearmstrong1932]

Next Spring I need to steam some frames into an existing boat, my 1957 Thompson . I have spent much time thinking about it, It was great to watch you steam bend the frames in the Aft end of your boat.

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

19 patrons to go. Thank you for cutting off the top of the frames. I’ve been ocd waiting for that. You sure made a beautiful boat.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Dwayne, I'm with you there. I just wanted to make sure they won't need before they got trimmed. Certainly made it easier to get in and out of the boat. Thanks for your support, watching and the kind comment!

[@wesleywillard]

Absolutely fantastic work Bob!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Many Thanks!

[@GEEDAVE]

Another talented artisan on you tube --- Thanks for posting , Love the Video .

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Many thanks!

[@jacobmacleod4054]

My man said "squoze out." 😄

[@richardsiddon610]

A pleasure. As always. Thankyou.

[@rickshick8544]

I've been watching this build for a couple days and in addition to the wonderful work you are doing, am fascinated by the assorted tools you are using. My dust collection system is in its infancy. Stay well, sir and keep up the Art!

[@chuckscheaffer4694]

Nice video and great presentation as always. Appreciate the background music also.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Chuck. Can't tell you how much music I listen to get the one that feels right. Thanks of your comment I appreciate it!

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Great job on the frames and Shawna gets a "10" for her dismount. LOL Y'all worked great as a team.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Shawna is a figure skater so it all come natural to her. Me, not so much!😉

[@tomtruesdale6901]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding LOL, best I can do is fall down. The boat is looking really good

[@stephenprouty8728]

... happened on this channel a couple of days ago ... it's been fun catching up ... I also subscribe to Salt and Tar and have enjoyed their style of boat building ... thanks for sharing your build and techniques ... looking forward to the next episode

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Welcome aboard!

[@SteveHayes1]

Great video!! I enjoyed watching you bend that oak. I would have been very scared to drill in from the outside. Have a great holiday!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Steve,you too!

[@shanenewcombe1597]

Hi Bob love your vids. I wanted to share when I steamed my ribs in steamer I made sure steam could flow under ribs aswel. We also left them in salt water before steaming. Which made a huge difference. I tested with both and found leaving them in salt water for a few days made them very pliable. Or in ireland we leave them in the big lake. Before steaming we take all the edges off ribs with block plane to stop any splits that might start while bending. She is looking beautiful bob. All hands on deck for launch day!!😊

[@billywhizz6483]

This is a work of art! Thanks so much for sharing your skills and progress with us!

[@kevinhall2266]

Beautiful on all accounts!

[@aerobill8554]

10th... after 8 min of posting (but I’m in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 so the electrons take a while to get here). Beautiful video Bob. Thank you for all the learnings and happy holidays.

[@Ljet600]

great job, I like your style of work.

[@wrptkz]

alli videos are great (and the idea) but this one is "over the other" ! :) Not a steam box but a steam tube. Things are so easy sometime.

[@normp.3657]

bob, it looks like you have picked up steves method for bending frames! love the help you have given him as it is shwing in his build! your boat is looking great!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Indeed! Little easier than his 2+" frames. Thanks for watching.

[@shawnsmarie]

Great job Bob!!! Any time you need a hand :)

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Shawna, It was great to hang out and catch up and I really appreciate your help!☕️soon

[@thomasarussellsr]

Hey, Shawna, thanks for helping him out. It's nice to see friends lend a helping hand, especially during this pandemic. You are a good friend to him. And a lively sort, too. Great dismount getting out of the boat. Maybe we'll see you back on the channel for a trip out on the water?

[@smailguerroub2964]

Good job 👌👍👏

[@rogerdeves1511]

Nice job Bob she is looking great. Maligayang Pasko kuya Ingat

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks Roger! You have a merry one as well.

[@captainc7123]

Wonderful video thanks

[@MCsCreations]

Really interesting process, Bob! 😃 The boat is looking amazing! And a bit of help and human company is always great. 😊 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@garyfroeschner2523]

Great progress & great video

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks 👍

[@glencrandall7051]

Very nice progress. What is the reason for not putting in those four frames before now? Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay healthy.

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

Molds were in the way

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Glen, I believe that what the designer, Joel White, was thinking is that the frames at the fore end are virtually straight and that they met the stem at an angle which is easier to determine with the planking on. For the aft end the same as the frames met the stern knee at an angle. Just my guess. Thanks for watching and your comment. Cheers,

[@plakor6133]

Another beautifully presented video, thank you. What keeps those bronze nuts from working themselves off?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Plakor, The bottom nuts will get fairing compound over them. As the boat swells they will get tighter. As a part of any wooden boat maintenance it’s a good idea to check and tighten any fittings that are loose. Thanks for your comment and watching!

[@plakor6133]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding Thanks! I knew you would have it all sorted out. It will be very exciting to see this beautiful thing cutting through the water.

[@JenkinsBoatWorks]

I have that exact same steamer!. hope the tube holds up to the heat. I used Lou's method with heavy duty plastic bag

[@jeffk7017]

The boat is looking great. I’m curious why you added the frame members after painting and not earlier? Please excuse if I missed the explanation.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Jeff, It's what the plans call for. Much easier to put the first coat of paint on upside down. Screw heads will be filled and painted with the final paint. Thanks for watching!

[@WhatAboutTheBee]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding Weren't those frames were added now because the molds were in the way earlier?

[@charliegreb9481]

Thought I might see you get out the torque wrench for the keel bolts. Likely overkill, but you take such an elegent engineering approach to everything you do that I just expected it.

[@richd6540]

Yeh im first. Thank you for making a clear and well informed series. It inspires all of us who don't have room or time to do projects. My boat is fibre glass and all work is carried out in the fresh air in-between 2 jobs 4 kids the rain and a happy wife lol.

[@BruceVenn-w3o]

How do you know how big/heavy a lead keel you need for a sailboat ? Thanks. Bruce

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

In most cases as with the Haven the weight of the ballast keel was called out for in the plans. Thanks for watching! Bob

[@BrunoWiebelt]

well done especially the steaming as a one man project .nice trick with those spacers. just wondering why you not used lock-tied on the bults in the lead keel?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Bruno, The ballast keel should be removable in sail boat. Loctite would make that very difficult. Also as the boat moves and swells the bolts will need to be tighten from time to time. Thanks for watching!

[@BrunoWiebelt]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding thanks for explaining

[@kennethyoung3911]

I believe the term is "One Armed paper hanger" ;)

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Indeed. Sometime I feel like one. Lots of planning ahead to make it all work out. Thanks for watching!

[@campbellmj9405]

Bob, were the frames put in after the paint job so you would not have to flip the boat twice? Looking good, enjoying the build. Edit: I understand not being able to put frames in upside down. :)

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Mike, Yes, I believe that's the reason. Certainly easier to fill the screw head before the final paint than to flip the boat. Thanks for watching I'm glad you're enjoying the build! Cheers,

[@charles.neuman18]

You did those aft frame pieces on the first try? Looks like you had to be ready with clamps and the strap to put it in shape quickly and make sure it stays there. I can see how attaching the planks to it (or it to the planks) would close up any small gaps between the frame and the planks. But I could imagine a case where the frame just didn't fit snug enough to the planks, and the gaps would be too big in some places. Would you then resteam it (hard to do if it's already curved) or just start over with a new piece?

[@ΦΩΤΗΣΡΑΛΛΗΣ-τ8β]

Good evening. Can you also build sailboats?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

That's what I'm building!

[@FredFred-wy9jw]

So why delay these frames until after planking?

[@jamesclarke4242]

Hi Bob, just wondering what are you going to seal / plug the bolt holes with?

[@stuartmillar2897]

Does the bedding compound stay soft or will it go off over time?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

My understanding is it will skin over well enough to be sanded. First time using it so we’ll see.

[@johnlastname2397]

saw your watch is it available without an outrageous price tag

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi John, It depends on what you think is outrageous. I think reasonable for a custom watch. I do have some available that can be sent, in continental U.S. If you're interested you can send me and email message, address in the about section. Glad you like it. Cheers, Bob

[@stijnwiering3837]

Hi Bob Nice video. How do you call that screwdriver you are using?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

That’s a “Yankee Screw Driver” made by Stanley.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Wow, there went that great paint job... oh, well, after some pluging and fairing compound, you can spot prime, spot paint, and give the hole boat a top-coat. I am left wondering, though, why the last frames aft were left out until after the boat was planked. I know it was in the designs, but I don't see why it was nessesary from a design standpoint, hmm. Anyway, nice job getting them bent in after the fact. Shawna looked like a fun person to know. Lots of personality in her short time on camera. Was there any cotton put under the top washers? If no, then why not? Surely water will get to those bolts from above as well. Just wondering. Thanks for any answers.

[@shanek6582]

I liked how that guy from “Tips from a shipwright” steams in place using just plastic that he burns the edges but this is also a great idea.

[@wrptkz]

Who is Shawna ? Somekind of sailor with a rachet ?

[@fishntools]

STOP WITH THE KOOL AID ALREADY!

[@FPVSlacker]

Mask wearing sheep.

[@brinjoness3386]

Are you still salty that you're messiah lost? Or did you realize you weren't essential?

[@FPVSlacker]

@@brinjoness3386 LOL keep bleating. Baaaaaa!