342. Drilling holes into my boat seemed like a good idea

I have long suspected that the transom on my fibreglass cabin cruiser Twiggy might need to be replaced, due to various cracks and holes in the fibreglass which would have been letting water in and rotting the wood core. Therefore I decided to investigate by drilling some holes, which first required me to remove the outboard motor.
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[@brianlopez8855]

David drops tiny washer inside engine. "...so I'm just going to pretend that didn't happen..." Priceless!

[@captainzeppos]

This channel has evolved from peaceful roaming of canals to utter boat demolition. Me likes!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Yes!!

[@scottycheesecake]

so that's why it is lemon colored, I'm not complaining though, this is going to be hours and hours of entertainment for us.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Imagine the mess I'm going to make with resins and fibreglass!

[@brianbarney1885]

Ha Ha Ha! I’m loving this project!

[@benjamingibson7999]

@@CruisingTheCut it will be magnificent content... I'm looking forward to it

[@bamahomestead6323]

Reminds me of my first wife. Rotten to the core and made me itchy! 😂😂😂

[@quarlow1215]

​@@CruisingTheCutyeah but just have fun with it and don't stress too much. It's all just a process but if you go into it thinking it's very regimented then it's not so daunting. Cause it's not.

[@Saluno375]

Effortlessly switching to a louder narration when the angle grinder starts, you really have that BBC narrator professionalism ;)

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hahaha he was on the boat right next door! Nice chap, we had a chat.

[@bobg7851]

"A boat is hole in the water you pour money through". Your sense of adventure and humor is very entertaining. Good for you David for taking on this job! Cheers from the states.

[@kb43ver]

Boat - "Bring out another thousand"

[@mare2971]

As a dutch colleague mentioned in half dutch, half german: "Hast nen Boot, malochst dich dod!" [If you have a boat you're working yourself to death.]

[@lloydbaker7104]

BOAT = Bring Out Another Thousand(Pounds, Dollars etc)

[@longrider42]

You beat me too it :)

[@loft306]

Yeah it's just like having a Jeep, ever empty wallet.

[@mikeelliott2736]

Love the t-shirt "It'll only take half an hour"!!

[@CruisingTheCut]

From Mr @GregVirgoe

[@rollandjoeseph]

​@@CruisingTheCutuhh, who that? Sorry, ignorant American asking. Lol

[@Jackyl82334]

Thank you David, for showing people that it’s ok to guess and try and learn as you go, too many people won’t engage a project that they aren’t fully versed in and it’s a real learning opportunity lost.

[@JohnnieAshton]

6:05 the technical jargon is 1st rate, "That's the pull handle thing, running down to the enginey bit" One of the reasons for watching CTC, is that David doesn't talk down to his viewers, he speaks our language🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@debhulks]

I love pulling things apart. It's just the putting back together that baffles me.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Me too!

[@martincannon1078]

That's my worry too!

[@misterflibble6601]

Aye, there's the rub

[@hatdude5138]

I am looking forward to you rebuilding the whole boat.

[@shirleylynch7529]

Oh my you have your work cut out for you but you will love doing it all and we will enjoy watching you. Thank you for excellent filming and chat.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you so much!

[@timeflysintheshop]

Well... If your real goal was a new topic and new adventure for your YT channel/life, then CONGRATULATIONS! You found the perfect project to combine your camper van skills and your canal boating experience! I am all in to watch your tea and cheese sandwich fueled adventure! Carry on my good man. Cheers!

[@CruisingTheCut]

I shall, thank you

[@japrods1]

OMG!! We cheered when the motor came off and we sobbed at the dampness. We are now on tender hooks for the next instalment. Keep going. It can only get better! C&Lx

[@2760ade]

Your boat is rapidly turning into "Trigger's Broom", or perhaps more appropriately "Ship of Theseus"!! I am amazed at your undefeated attitude. I would be feeling very depressed at this point and ready to chuck it all in! Good for you anyway!😀😀

[@CruisingTheCut]

It's only the back that's going to be replaced!

[@jimkonst]

@@CruisingTheCut You don't know that, yet.

[@2760ade]

@@CruisingTheCut And the outboard motor, and the wiring and electrical system, and the interior ceiling carpet and probably the storage cupboards, and that wonky rail at the front, plus anything else you may discover needs replacing as you go along, etc, etc. I'm honestly not being rude, but it is quite an endeavour and there will not be a great deal of the original boat left from what I can make out🤣. All the best though!

[@Oivaras]

@@CruisingTheCut Have you drilled any test holes elsewhere on the hull?

[@susansurles3776]

Stop trying to depress the poor man.

[@archiebald4717]

Entertainment for years to come.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Even if not for me!

[@Widestone001]

@@CruisingTheCut Well, entertainment for us and additional income for you - everyone wins!

[@artd.1498]

Oh, I’m sorry for the rotten wood, David. I know how disappointed/devastated I would be. Good luck to you and I wish you the best in getting this repaired. You are a brave man to tackle this. It definitely is one big project.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@danabondy2812]

I'm so happy to hear your "verbal commentary" as you work. I do the same thing and I sometimes think that it's the only way I get an intelligent answer if I ask a question! Good luck with the transom.

[@davidoickle1778]

I considered myself a "worry wart" until I watch your videos. I fell better now, thank you.

[@isobelchapman9548]

Oh blimey O’Riley David…….only you would tackle something like this and keep us ‘entertained’ whilst you carry out your renovations. Looking forward to seeing your next move!

[@twcmaker]

By the time you get this finished David, I feel the ads revenue will be enough to buy a new, brand new boat. Enjoy the journey 👍 Ex - Sealine boat builder of 25 years... And I've done loads of things. But I'd not want to do that outside. Firstly, build a tent. Then a generator for power and lights. And then. I'd make a chock to fit the hull all across the transom. So when you cut the structure out. (and the transom is pretty structural) it won't flop about like a wet lettuce.

[@CruisingTheCut]

If only the ad revenue was so generous!!

[@rosssharp1433]

"Twiggy on sticks...." Oh dear, David ! You could have played a new board game, 'Death of a Transom' ...."by the owner, in the boatyard, with a screwdriver". I do so hope that Twiggy's major surgery goes well. As always, many thanks for this update.

[@thelwq]

The boat gonna be as good as it could be, because you are going to fix all of that, I am pretty sure. You are awesome 🎉

[@CruisingTheCut]

Haha thank you

[@nigelhudson1948]

Rule of thumb - when you tip out a can of worms, you need a size larger can to put them all back into!

[@mikekyle-y8i]

I love your highly technical terms for parts of your boat! Remember, a boat is a hole in the water that you throw money into! Cant wait to see the future vids!

[@bofor3948]

I am in my late sixties and getting saddened by the youth of today not attempting DIY repairs and builds, some don't even know how to change a fuse. My grandfather always said "have a go, you will learn something" .... "Whether you can or can't do what you are trying to do". Over the years I have found out I am ok at mechanical items, cars, bikes etc. Not so good with brickwork and plaster but can paint and decorate. Electronics is my forte and I can achieve watertight plumbing. But, I have had plenty of dog dinner results on the way. It is the "fun" and satisfaction when you succeed that makes it all worth it. As I have before, you can always swallow your pride and call in the chuckling pro to fix your gaffs. I commend you for "having a go".

[@SandmannOZ]

This makes me SO glad I have an aluminium boat.

[@easycretor]

As someone who grew up on Lake Michigan in United States. Work at a marina through school. And has owned many boats in Lake Michigan. I love watching you do this. When you take your boat out of the water and you put it on the stand. It is called putting your boat on the hard. And you do know there's an engine stand for outboard motors. Or when doubt get a 55 gallon drum. Put some sand in the bottom of the drum and clamp the motor to the drum. Have fun! Learning is a mighty thing.

[@margaretbehler4935]

Enginey bit! 🤣😂 Nice!I have been binge watching Twiggy! The commentary is important. Ignore the others.

[@James_Innes]

More holes than a Swiss Cheese! Now I'm hungry for a cheese sandwich. The two halves of the boat mould should be joined with fibreglass inside, so take off the rubber strip, rake out the crusty filler all round and refill with flexible Sikaflex, replace rubber strip. Good opportunity to give it a clean under the rubber too. After you have replaced the Transom of course.

[@andrewdolinskiatcarpathian]

“Never daunted ….. onwards”. That’s the spirit David. Interesting and entertaining. Keep going. 👏👏👍😀

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks, will do!

[@larrybridgers1823]

Thank you for sharing. Sad to see the state of that cute little boat. I have all the faith you will fix her up right. Bye for now.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Fingers crossed!

[@nilo70]

Oh, David WILL fix it. Just like he has fixed so many things. It might take a bit…. Cheers From California 😎

[@NoelBarlau]

I've been watching a lot of fiberglass boat repair videos lately, and just tried my hand at repairing a fiberglass RV basement door. It's very much like drywall in the fact that you can always sand it all off and try again if something goes sideways. I wish you all the best on what's certainly going to become an epic repair journey.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Yes! That's my attitude too.

[@carlrehnberg4581]

CuttingTheButt... that is a spot of work. Best of luck David!

[@thunderhead180]

This channel keeps getting better and better. Thanks for sharing your day

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@littledude5311]

David, you’re the best. Thanks for the laughs!

[@garyp8471]

Bugger comes to mind, that's a big job coming up then, do love your narration on your video's, fingers crossed for you in the next few weeks/months that all goes well. Look forward to more updates. All the best.

[@garethbrown5562]

Oh David! I watched the whole episode peeking through my fingers saying 'noooo! don't do it'! I've shared this painful moment with my boat thinking it would just take me 3 weeks to fix the rotten floor. I'm now on year 6 having had to replace not only the floor but the structure underneath as well as the transom. It's been a heartbreaking slog but I've learned so much, the main lesson being don't ever be daft enough to start something like that again! 😊 Gemma and Simon did an amazing transom save on their little fishing boat, it's how you'll be best off doing yours I suspect. It's going to be a huge job, very best of luck with it!

[@CruisingTheCut]

SIX YEARS?? Gulp.

[@garethbrown5562]

@@CruisingTheCut yes, I do have a day job though, also been limited to the warmer summer months working outdoors with epoxy etc. she'll be back in the water next year (I think ive said that every year since starting though). think of all the new tools you're going to acquire doing it 😊

[@rollandjoeseph]

​@@CruisingTheCutthink.of it this way, you'll have plenty YT material...lol🤭

[@servant-of-cats]

I owned and lived aboard a 56 foot motor yacht in another lifetime. Best time of my life. I'm sitting alone in my living room, listening to you and just laughing out loud. I just love your commentary; and you truly are a boater at heart. I wonder what will happen if I drill here? What's the worst that can happen? LOL! I've asked those same questions many times...with the same results, I might add. Oh my goodness, thanks for the laughs. I love listening to your sense of humor! And as @bobg7851 says, "A boat is a hole in the water you pour your money through." True! But worth every penny. Can't wait for the next video.

[@lauralake7430]

I love a good project. I just bought a 60 year old house from the original owner, who came there straight after being married. Its clean as a whistle, neat as a pin, and has not yet heard of the 21st century😅. I have a few years of fun projects to sort out while the house is on maximum charm offensive!

[@alisonfrance4804]

Thank you from Parksville, BC, Canada, for the excellent & entertaining “Twiggy” vlog! You’re very brave to take on this project. Thoroughly enjoying being along for the ride!!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you so much!

[@MrLangDog]

Van life and boat life just a day apart...excellent!!! I admire your perseverance...I would cry and cut my losses. But I will still watch all the drama!!! Cheers.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I'm crying too.

[@RobertWardJones]

You are no doubt back from your cruze and no doubt hard at work sloging away at removing your transom. I have had a time to think of the best course of action to your failure to remove said transom. Then it hit me. "Why not just remove the outer layer of glass first and then remove the rotten wood underneath. This would leave the inner glass layer in place on the transom relieving of all the issues you are currently contending with. " Then replace the wood and outer layer of glass. Brilliant!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Hi, thanks. Yes that's exactly what the plan is (and always was)!! 🤣🤣 The inner skin was always going to be untouched.

[@mathismuller6033]

Like they say: the happiest moments when owning a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it! Anyhow best of luck for the boat! There is definitely a silver lining though: more boat content!

[@martinmadden]

One thing I love about your videos David, is how you don't just explain what's happening; you explain the thought process behind it. That style makes the videos so appealing to watch because it never comes across as patronising; I feel we're all learning together.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you. I have been told I am patronising before so I'm very glad this isn't. I never mean to be, I'm really explaining things for my own benefit!!

[@sma3037]

David gets handy with tools! That definitely is deserving of a cheese sandwich and cup of tea!

[@Rubber_and_Rust617]

B.O.A.T. is an acronym.... "Break Out Another 'Thousand" ($)! It's gonna take a lot of time and a fair amount of learning to fix 'ol Twiggy, but I have total confidence in you David. Time to get 'stuck-in'! Canada is watching with baited breath.

[@christopherestrada8576]

It’s very satisfying working on such projects isn’t it! I mean after all the usual “frustrations”! I’m just about to get my 84 Toyota Pickup running again after a major overhaul, can’t wait to hear her purring again. My suggestion for ANY job you don’t intend to finish immediately is to mark it with some bright tape or plastic ribbon you can tie on. In my line of work we call it tagging-n-flagging, that is Tag It or Flag It. You can even write a note on the ribbon indicating what might need to be done “new rubber seal/teflon tape”. That way it stands out from the background and is much more difficult to overlook, ESPECIALLY if it can cause significant problems later on. Always a good watch! Best of luck! Cheers!

[@CruisingTheCut]

A marker is a very good idea.

[@Nita-qu3oh]

I'm really enjoying this renovation, keep going Twiggy deserves a makeover xxx

[@FosterFarmsOk]

good to see you again Sir. Boat is coming along nicely.

[@robsin2810]

Oh my, what a great time you will have with this. The Yellow Peril is living up to its name.👍🇦🇺🙏

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

👋👋👋hello from Detroit Michigan brother thank you for taking us on your adventures through the CUT

[@BdManus]

With anything, the more you dig, the more you'll find wrong, but it's better to fix it right than not at all. Great video, always entertaining.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@djwarren5081]

Where angels fear to tread. You certainly are up for a challenge. I hope it turns out well eventually.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Me too!

[@colblimp]

What a shame the transom is so wet. However, don't think of it as a disaster, think of it as content! Another great video. 👍

[@metrickarma]

I genuinely let out a hearty chuckle at the title. Ever as always the master wordsmith!! Thanks again, David. Looking forward to seeing it back on the water. Also to your trip in the pink little canal boat that could!!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Back on the water might take a while!

[@metrickarma]

I know it's awhile out but much faith in your ability to see it through! Think you'll find fiberglass messy but very doable. I see some cardboard aided designs in the future.

[@MaggiePrather]

David, I happened upon you when I discovered Cruising the Cut on Amazon Prime. I have watched those 4 seasons so many times--they are so interesting, the scenery (no matter what season) is so beautiful, and the quiet times of just cruising along with you are my Zen. Now you're tackling a cabin cruiser, which I'm more familiar with here in the middle of the US, and I'm looking forward to seeing you back on the water. You have quite an endeavor ahead of you, but I have no doubt it will be a great success. Thanks for the interesting videos.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you - I hope you found all the other videos here on KZbin where Prime left off? (Vlog 201 is roughly the crossover point)

[@MaggiePrather]

Oh yes--I have watched the continuing series as well as your Vandemonium channel. I have only been in England once, so your travels take me places I have never seen. I truly enjoy traveling along with you.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

I love Twiggy. She is an adorable boat. Blessings

[@SailLife]

You've got this, David :) I have complete faith that you can fix the transom :) It's a shame we're not in the UK anymore. I'd have happily come and lend you a hand.

[@CruisingTheCut]

I'd happily let you assist (ie let you do it all while I "supervise" 🤣). I have faith I can cut it out and rebuild it. Whether it will float however, is another matter entirely...

[@WingingItBoatingonaBudget]

David you know I love a boat project, and one thing I've learned is the more prodding and poking that's done it only leads to more work needing to be done... I have a feeling poor little Twiggy is going to be the 'Triggers Broom' of boats. By the time your done pretty much everything will have been replaced! Good for plenty of video content though. :)

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one Dave I thought it might be like a sponge but replace the whole thing then you know it’s sorted and don’t forget that drain plug 🤣🤣cheers Dave 🙂🎤🔧🎥✌️

[@4437RR]

Sorry to be so practical, but: 1) use zip loc bags to retain bolts, washers, etc., from each sub-assembly as you disassemble. Even label, and photograh before and after. It may be months before you reassemble. You'll thank me😂 ( I know there is video but searching?) 2) DO NOT LAY THAT 4 STROKE OUTBOARD ON ITS SIDE UNTILL YOU KNOW WHICH WAY GOES DOWN. The wrong way will lead to oil in in cylinders and other issues you don't want. Ask someone who knows Hondas. 3) Yes. The transom is toast. The good news is that this is a common issue. Search YT and you'll find dozens or more " how to fix" videos to help you form a plan and avoid costly mistakes. Also dealing with joint repairs and gel coat fractures will also be featured. Wonderful tutor, You Tube 😅. Good Luck! PS: I see now that you've already consulted Mr. Google. Should have known😢. Anyhow, I tried!

[@CruisingTheCut]

Ta

[@danielburgin28]

Luckily he's videoing everything so figuring out where things go back to isn't so much of an issue!

[@4437RR]

@@danielburgin28 but searching might be😁

[@nannag5801]

Oh good a new Twiggy video! Best wishes with the renovations! I do enjoy your videos! Blessings😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

Yay! Thank you!

[@nannag5801]

You are welcome!

[@daver425]

Good on you for doing this project. I hope it's not too late for this but before you cut the transom out you should make a cradle to fit tightly around the hull to help it keep its shape. Currently the fiberglass is doing that job but if you cut it away to remove what used to be plywood without any support, the hull will lose its shape. Hopefully you can leave the inner layer of fiberglass and just touch it up if it has any holes or cracks. Before installing a new piece of marine grade plywood for the transom, I would suggest coating the plywood with penetrating epoxy to help keep moisture out. Good luck. I'm excited to see how you go.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Yes, the new wood will definitely be sealed!

[@markgouthro7375]

The good news, while a big project, replacing the transom is still within the realm of a hobby project. Good luck and have fun!

[@edsageseamaster3440]

Oh nooooooo well Twiggy is certainly giving you the run around. Wishing you lots of luck and looking forward to following the journey!! Another great video David, thank you. All the best. Ed

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks Ed 😀

[@notejuste]

I’m reliably told “BOAT” means “Bring Out Another Thousand”…

[@johna1160]

@@notejuste bust out

[@annabodhi38]

It's pancake day here at the house and I knew it was going to happen so I saved this video to go with my pancakes. I was not disappointed, lol. Thank you so much for the video David, I quite enjoyed myself.

[@peterweingartner4364]

"What's the worst that could happen?" Honestly, there are some times you just about kill me. Sorry to see that the transom is going to have to be replaced, that sounds like quite the job. I'll certainly be interested to see how it all goes.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Me too

[@lauralake7430]

If a person can make it a person can mend it!

[@dennislindenpellinge]

Hello David! I think it's time you get a Swiss army pocket knife or a Leatherman! Always needed when working on your boat. 😀More than that, walk with your chin held high and say with pride that you are the owner of a nice boat!🤩😄 Sure, it's a lot of work and can cost a lot, but you can do it. After all, it is YOUR boat! 🤗Enjoy it! 😍Greetings from Pellinge island in southern Finland! Have a nice week!😄 Thank you David for all your great videos!👍👍

[@CruisingTheCut]

YES!!

[@janisconley290]

this will be fun to watch you refurb Twiggy! Best of luck to you sir (and its thoroughly enjoyable to see a man get his hands dirty. literally and figuratively) 🥰

[@CruisingTheCut]

Much appreciated!

[@TerryLawrence001]

I would leave the transom be and sandwich it with aluminium plates. Once you disturb the connection to the keel, you will find rot all the way to the bow. Be wary of mission creap or you will be building a whole boat. I do love the way you push on and show us all that you do as you learn. In the end, I suspect you love the surprises more than most.

[@mountainclawoutdoors]

"...down to the engine-y bit" Yes,yes the most technical of terms 😅 Love it

[@pdxyadayada]

Growing up in Minnesota, I have many fond memories of our tri-hull fiberglass boat we used on lakes for fishing and waterskiing. FYI: the drain plug was common on most boats that were taken out of the water and kept on trailers. We’d take the plug out and drain the hull while driving home. Good luck on the boat restoration project!

[@Wild_Bill57]

When an aircraft designer in WWII was having a problem with wings tearing off in a dive, he mentioned it to a janitor, who told him to drill small holes along the line that the wing was tearing. It worked! When he went back to thank the janitor, he asked how he knew the solution. Janitor told him, everyone knows toilet paper won’t rip along the perforations.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Love it!

[@PhilPage227]

I do admire your perseverance David, I really do. I am looking forward to the next episode. Best of luck to you.

[@lawrencecasey6992]

Your crazy for attempting this. For us it is educational, and we do wish you success, while teaching us real time to do things, with a real example.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Not crazy. Enthusiastic.

[@tackle914]

Very fine line between the two​@@CruisingTheCut

[@johnsonslawnserviceministr4038]

I love the repair videos. Those and the cruising ones are my favorite. I hope you get everything repaired and the boat back on the water.

[@timothygriffin1062]

Funny T-shirt David ha ha !!!

[@altowatts1325]

David, this is akin to your bread baking video from a few years ago. Only the engine has replaced the bread dough. But this will provide us all with hours upon hours of repair and restoration videos. Carry on Captain ⛵

[@andreamundt]

I´m very tempted to listen to your monologue and picture a surgeon........ 😳😅😂........ Thanks for another David - It - Yourself video!

[@CruisingTheCut]

David It Yourself, I like it! Might have to put that on a t-shirt 😂

[@andreamundt]

@@CruisingTheCut Yesss!! 👍😎

[@mathismuller6033]

Brilliant! I can`t unhear it now. "This is all gonna have to be drilled out. Eww look at that! Someone`s had a go at that at some point." " Again just little holes and see what the wood is like behind there" "Like someone took a shotgun to it." Thank god I´m out while the surgeon does his thing.

[@SailingWindGypsy]

A moisture meter would save you from making holes in your boat when you go to examine the rest of it. As always, a very enjoyable segment.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Ta. Would a moisture meter really be able to read the wood's moisture through 7mm of solid fibreglass?

[@SailingWindGypsy]

@CruisingTheCut Absolutely, ours has proven to be quite useful at detecting wet spots on several boats. Talk to someone in the yard who surveys boats to get their opinion. Ours has proven invaluable, especially after getting interpretation advice from our surveyor.

[@chrismccartney8668]

Small outboards are like working on motorcycles but standin on head blindfolded 😂😂😮

[@judymurphy3842]

Love your videos David. Could watch them every day. You have a way with words & an obvious sense of humour. Regards from NZ.

[@shempdoll]

There are many KZbin videos on replacing boat transoms. Not as difficult as it looks. Do it from the inside. Another thing to consider is that your boat with that horse power will never stress that transom very much except when it is bouncing down the road on the back of a trailer. You could just try to dry it out and flow in some alcohol thinned epoxy to stiffen up the wood. Then seal it up to keep out new water. I had a water soaked bulkhead where my standing rigging was through bolted. Instead of replacing I used epoxy. Mast hasn’t fallen down yet.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Indeed, I think I've watched them all already! I can't do it from the inside, no access due to the back cabin layout.

[@bubbasmith3638]

@@CruisingTheCut It won't be that bad, it seems like you already know what needs to done, nothing that plywood, wood flour, epoxy and some Eglass can't fix. At the end of the day, if you are only going to hang a 60lb 4-6hp motor on the back, it doesn't need to be super strong.

[@BillWalkerSD]

@@CruisingTheCut The catch is that you have to split the upper and lower parts of the hull to get at it. And then someplace to put the upper part while you work on the lower part. And frames to keep both of them from losing their shape so you can get them back together again. At least, that's the way I've seen it done.

[@ESMarker]

BLESS YOU DAVID!!! 🙏 Your a wonderful handyman 🎖. ...Your enthusiasm is contagious....We are here for you...🙏 Hope to see you soon!!! 🔨🛠🔧🔩🗜🗑🆘🍞🧀🍅👷😊

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thank you kindly

[@chrismccartney8668]

Great intuitive video hours of entertainment.

[@randallcleaver6990]

Oh, I so feel for you! My girlfriend had a fiberglass covered wood boat ( Made by a guy in Nantucket, insert limerick here). I had her transport it to my driveway since I had all of the tools. I learned so much about epoxy fills and coatings. There was one day i was going over the hull with her, poking it with my finger, and my finger went through the transom. Someone told me if you ever want to buy a wood boat, take a cold shower while ripping up $20 bills. Good luck! I look forward to your repair videos.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks!

[@donaldstenico5266]

I'm bringing popcorn to the next class.....

[@maryjnorwood3962]

Andy Miller of Boatworks Today replaced his Bertram transom. You can do this, David. Love you! 😎🥰😎🥰😎❤️❤️❤️

[@ghost307]

You are totally right about that bung. Without a hole at the lowest point of the boat there would be problems when you're on the hard and it starts raining.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Ah, yes if I didn't have the canopy over the cockpit, I hadn't even thought of that.

[@Deb_Downes]

@@CruisingTheCutdon’t worry David, NO ONE is going to let you relaunch without, making sure that bung is back in place 😻

[@hughcarson6837]

Good to see you getting on with the job. Well done David

[@CruisingTheCut]

Thanks 👍

[@Prism7511]

The Cutters song "Why did I not bring my cutters, it would have been much easier with cutters."

[@choccyfan]

A little something for boat repair. From Heather, Suffolk UK

[@CruisingTheCut]

That is very, very kind (though it may end up being used for gin at this rate) 🤣

[@mada9891]

If I came across someone knocking on his boat, I would assume he was quite knowledgeable about the ways of boats.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Too right!

[@lauralake7430]

Just checking to see if its ripe, like a watermelon😂

[@oldtimers6460]

HMS floaty McBoaty is turning into HMS Soggy Bottom. This is turning into a big job. All the best David.

[@bamahomestead6323]

Sign posted at boat yard, "don't forget to plug your bunghole!" 😂

[@sbrunner69]

A cracking little yacht, a lovely bloke doing the work, really looking forward to this project!

[@michaelshuman3319]

A small canal boat like Lorna Jane's sure looks like the answer to me ..

[@rutherose23]

Can’t wait to see you back in a narrowboat some day

[@jackiepersing-hy3lo]

You are certainly an inspiration for me….to start any project! So enjoy your determination

[@CruisingTheCut]

You can do it!

[@JrHartley-kt3wi]

I've been patiently waiting for an update on twiggy

[@ChickenNugget-dk9hp]

I have an almarine seafire speedboat which has a rotting transom, so I found this very useful. Thank you.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Glad it helped (although never take anything I do as good advice 😂)