Building the 23' V-Bottom Skiff - Episode 20: Flipping over the hull

It's time to flip over the hull of our V-Bottom skiff using our wheels! We've got everything set up, our wheels are anchored to the boat with wedges and are sitting upon our rollers on the ground, two for each wheel. The safety line will gather into a slot at the edge of each wheel until the boat has rotated 180 degrees. Once the boat is safely turned over, we need to jack it down much lower to the floor in order to get ready for putting the next side planks on to the boat.
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[@johnritchie3889]

I’ve never built a boat, and I don’t have any plans to build one. Nevertheless, I love watching how Lou solves problems. I use many of these tips in other woodworking applications. Well done Lou.

[@jz9985]

Lou, this was not just a lesson on a way to flip the skiff but a lesson on self reliance which you have loads off. Thanks. Joe

[@ronwatson4902]

My word! Is there anything you can't invent,engineer and build.I don't know the words to describe a man like you.That's just incredible! That's all I can say. I feel honored to be able to watch this build. Thank you Lou.

[@gnohn9366]

Very interesting video. I give Lou a thumbs up automatically without watching the video.

[@banjopete]

Always enjoyable,Lou’s enthusiasm is infectious.

[@bena2293]

Damn that is such a Great Idea, as a Professional Crane Operator for some 30 Plus years I have Rolled or Tripped many boat ofer the years and always required the Vessel to be completely rolled out into the clear air away from everthing and a crew of at least 4 Riggers all the gear, Spreader Bar, Rolling Blocks and all the rigging takes a good two hours in just set up for a quick roll. The big boats require a Two Crane setup. Great Job , Ben

[@calevel]

Not all genius work for NASA. You sir are incredibly talented and resourceful and a true master craftsman!! Respect 🙏God bless you!!

[@user-ts6yi8rn9y]

Rigging rule #1 No such thing as overkill when you are turning things over. Great job 👏

[@TipsfromaShipwrightvideos]

You said it man! It wasn't getting away from me

[@Nick-ye5kk]

I started on this channel by watching the first skiff build, great to see Lou is still as enthusiastic as ever.

[@Otisthelesser]

The wheels are an elegant solution to a difficult problem.

[@TheMikesylv]

I like the way he talks upbeat and positive

[@willisgemutlich2608]

reinventing the wheel... very well. when you have the time, I want to sea you back in south america giving them tips from a master shipwright. They loved you as much as I do. They're using them, too, it's not just for looks. they're USING them HARD. right? It makes or breaks them. You inspire me, but you inform and teach people that really need that knowledge. Thank you again.

[@dozer1642]

Thank you for bringing us along Lou. You have touched so many lives. ✌️❤️

[@ChrisSmith-fp1tw]

This has been one of the most fascinating things I have ever watched! Can't wait to see the rest of it. You're a true artist!

[@jolllyroger1]

A man can achieve so much by himself.....

[@MrRustyjackson]

I worked at a family owned boat yard for a decade. Vessels up to 95'. We still used many of the techniques "invented" by the founders to handle boats, hang boats, etc. Much of it was pure genius, built at a time when they had little money but lots of brain power and desire. We drove pilings in with a steam pile driver and still used a early vintage White pickup truck to tow around the yard. Some of the stuff was amazing.

[@robertb5948]

Smart guy full of common sense !!!

[@elitearbor]

I saw a custom truck being fabricated years ago. Much to my surprise, he had a similar setup of two large plywood wheels that fit in the front and back of the frame. Come time to move things for better welding access, he rolled it across the shop, right on the concrete floor! Until this video, I hadn't seen the technique before or since. It really makes you understand how yes, centuries ago, people could figure this stuff out, same as we can. Good video!

[@gernblenstein1541]

Practical engineer! Beautiful build.

[@GuitarraLisboa1977]

This "guy" is really something. I don't have words to describe his capabilities of engineer in this art. Absolutely Amazing.

[@calebgross8891]

You are the man, Lou! - Caleb

[@donaldjahnes7422]

Great video! Born and raised in Fairhaven> Grandfather built a 17 'lapstrake in garage with Mckenzie lines. Brownells and Mckenzies were the working boats of the Cuttyhunk fishermen. Your skiff would fit right in with them.Great job

[@donwilliams3626]

You told us this was a one of a kind. I think your design will prove to be so versatile and useful as a harbor craft that many other boat builders will copy it. We can say we watched Lou build the first, right before our eyes. Blessings, Don

[@markl8111]

That's a wonderful example, how necessity: is the mother of invention.

[@pakde8002]

Missed a lot of episodes on this build but what a great one to start this series with. Mind boggling! This idea must be inspired by a ship in a bottle.

[@phillipgreene2564]

Mother of a job Genius of invention

[@osayiner]

Lou, this is an engineering project, seems like more for fun rather than the need; regarding the time n effort you spared for it. a frank comment, however it is of course inspiring, ;-)

[@t.a.ackerman4098]

This is the first vid I've seen. Don't know why it showed up on my playlist but I'll sub!

[@vinny142]

There's something about watching a master craftsman doing his thing.

[@kenjones2111]

I just found this channel, I’m hooked, awesome explanations I plan to do a boat build after retirement, I have 2 restorations in my past loved every minute of it

[@PeterWMeek]

Put a PERMANENT pull cord in that conduit. Make it just over twice as long as the conduit with a loop in the middle. That way you can pull in either direction. The main purpose is to avoid braiding the wires you pull through. This often happens if you push a fish tape through after you have some wires already in the conduit. It will never run parallel to the existing wires; it will go over some wires and under others, over and over as you push the fish tape through. Put a wooden tag on each end of the pull cord so it can't be pulled all the way out. You could make one of the tags big enough to be a winder, to store the excess cord when not in use. Write DO NOT REMOVE THIS PULL CORD on each of the tags. (Really looking nice. I can't wait to see the finish.)

[@arlisswirtanen7794]

Great advice!

[@TheShorebird]

Man! The lines of the bow and the rest look great and she isn't even finished yet! It's gonna' be a very nice, would make a great fishing boat with all the room it will have. I'm gonna' love to see how she goes through the water.

[@billomaticles]

Conduit: pre run a strong fishing line or lines with loops ready to tie your cableing and pull through and ready for connection to devices/instrumentation. t'would be so handy in emergency conditions too.. Sweet artistry in both design and build as per usuall Maestro. Thank you!

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Amazing work Lou. Slow and easy roll over is perfect. Much safer and gentler on you and the boat. Thank you for sharing this.

[@raytheron]

She's got such sweet lines! Makes my eyes sing, if you know what I mean. Wonderful work, Lou; I LOVE it!

[@stevenboyd593]

Necessity is the mother of invention, the enjoyment you get is palpable and contagious. The creative juices that flow in the hours spent are an elixir of life and as you say it will happen once and be time well spent

[@chris-terrell-liveactive]

Very impressive, thank you. You've given me ideas for ways to approach a challenging job like this with limited resources. I think your caution and "over engineering " is the right way to tackle a job like this, in the past ive worked alongside a lot of impatient macho boneheads who just tried to manhandle everything without thinking it through and taking stupid risks.. I left them to it and checked where the first aid kit was!! Very best wishes and thanks for an excellent channel.

[@jimp65]

Louis, you’re the man, thank you for sharing your knowledge, we all appreciate you insight! Please keep it up! Good bless and stay healthy.

[@gregoryraven3213]

Lou you are a master craftsman

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

When it comes to wooden boat building you are the GOAT!

[@razvanbutiac7684]

Wau... Lou, what a piece of ingenuity right there. Wonderfull way of thinking... I will call it Corona stile :-) you definitely respect the social distance... by doing it just by yourself. This is a lesson to learn: What a open and a creative mind can do. Grate job... grate job!!!!

[@markpalmer5311]

Fantastic Lou! Absolutely love it

[@boooshes]

This worked well, very safe and controlled. It's not the technique I use, but that's because I want to be able to roll the boat at all stages of the build, including up to glassing and painting the sides, because it gives such great access. But this is Lou's show and he's terrific at what he does and kind enough to share it.

[@citizenone3442]

Great job as always. Glad to see your doing well.

[@edluk001]

That’s genius Lou! So fun to watch the whole flipping process.

[@mattycreek384]

YES!!! Awesome update. Thank you for sharing your skills with us.

[@kenfowle2164]

Lou ,I wore my Brown’s Beach Coat vest out 40 years ago.Haven’t seen one since,and you still have yours!

[@eQualizeri]

How did I find myself here? I don't know. Do I appreciate such innovation? Definitely yes!

[@GPDIY]

My hat off to you. Excellent work!

[@YouFoundBen]

Thank you so much for everything you do.

[@Brutalford]

I absolutely love watching your videos I love a person that takes pride in their work Plus to see how much care you take when you work on your boats I hate to see that it's a dying art.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Looking great, Lou

[@CullenCraft]

Wow! That is a serious jig. Well done!

[@rastapete100]

This is brilliant! Well conceived and executed.

[@soylentgreen326]

Flipping marvelous 👍👍👍 Louis 🎯

[@cbrusharmy]

This is very exciting, and rather ingenious.

[@Daniel_cheems]

Lou is such an inspiration!

[@michaelhawkins1173]

Brilliant really clever. Your videos get better every time. All the best and thank you for sharing .

[@SMKreitzer1968]

Lou, that was a great roll! The V bottom boat is looking fantastic!

[@rodneybrowning8358]

Work smarter not harder. You did. Very easy smooth flip. Thinking things thru and being extra safe is a great idea. Awsome. Video

[@RichardSmith-xp5yf]

Absolutely fantastic!

[@usedbrickie9166]

Anymore hats on the market Lou wouldn't mind buying a hand full, I'm on my last one. Cheers

[@brianbob7514]

Great planning on that flip!

[@kittonsmitton]

Good stuff Lou, watching for the next instalment.

[@billdodson207]

Another video of sharing and insight - thank you LS

[@mccallan2798]

You Sir, are the BOSS!!!

[@jinyoungjung9406]

thank you. I studied well and I go well. South Korea (MASAN)

[@larry78cj7]

Great job Lou!

[@deuce454]

love this build

[@Lanxe]

Great stuff Lou - congrats on the milestone!

[@twr41cox]

Thanks for sharing. I enjoy all of your videos.

[@Gladtobemom]

Clever, well done and well thought out.

[@seancarlin8563]

Awesome Lou!

[@tomkellum6754]

That is one way to get it done!! Reminded me of my dad and his pile of scrap lumber.

[@JonDunnmusician]

A beautiful mind

[@graxav]

You are a Master Lou!!

[@josephhalter7423]

Lou nice look boat and the way you explained flip it over and the jig was great and very understanding thanks again like all your post

[@ErgonBill]

My friend flipped his 32' cruising yacht the same way. As you implied , a 'pivotal' moment. Beers all round afterwards.

[@obiewon5483]

love this boat

[@brianwigle]

You are the man Lou ✌💛

[@davidklenk5253]

Amazing idea.

[@grigoreeufonistul]

man ! I have all the admiration for you !!!!

[@joesloan1724]

All very cool, Lou.

[@dongaetano3687]

Haven't checked in for a long time, looks almost to big for the word skiff, but its a beauty!! Interested in what the draft will be. Have a 17' dory and would like to build something similar to this skiff, mostly for fresh water. I'll have to go back and check out the process. Wheels safe and terrific!! We rolled a 60's (Ithink) Chris Craft with about 8-10 guys. We let if hit the ground to roll it. Wasn't bad. The owner was a cabinet maker with a big shop and was about to restore it. He also built a beautiful 16' (?) cedar strip kayak - flush stirps with rounded and grooved edges. Don't think there was a straight line anywhere on it (actually on the bottom maybe. Light, quick and tracked perfectly. Great stuff Lou and you're a good teacher and craftsman.

[@Pushyhog]

this on the standard of a hollywood film industry jig fixture roller To keep filming on track. Genius

[@Anomalous-Plant]

Would love, love LOVE to see more clinker built boats in the future. Pine and tar :) But love this as well!

[@michaelbruno6776]

Another great video

[@javierbiaggi3072]

Yeah!!! You're number 1!!!!!

[@davidhall1779]

only years of experience could have figured this out. well done.

[@harrisonandrew]

Outstanding

[@2oqp577]

Lou is the Leonardo DaVinci of our time!😊

[@JDKempton]

Very ingenious

[@alnov91]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Lou you inspired me to build a floating dock, even visited total boat website for materials. I wish i could show you my pics some how.

[@Stan7670]

Brilliant!

[@philiprea8340]

Impressive Sir.

[@mhughes1160]

I painted boats before flipping them over was a pain , this is a great idea 👍

[@dirtyscant3447]

you are awesome!

[@bigmuz_pilot]

She's beautiful Lou, thanks for sharing :)

[@dans4846]

This man is a genius.

[@arlie505]

brilliant !