DIY vs Professional EVA foam boat decking & Flooring | TBNation Tutorial

[@andylimb]

Don’t kid yourself. You are a craftsman. You are self teaching yourself and have come along way since 2x4s and foam noodles. Your attention to detail is superb.

[@johnobrien1921]

I've been watching since the 2x4 days too. It was impressive even back then

[@chizepi1557]

you are freaking so talented man. keep on killing it !!!

[@bwburkhalter]

You didn't just up the game, you raised the bar.

[@hammondr191887]

FYI, Routers run counter clockwise, unless you are routing interior cuts. Thats the reason your lines arent straight.

[@fmslickful]

How hot does that get with the sun beating down on it and how long will it last in the sun?

[@platinumhandymansolutions]

Your videos rock brother! Curious, how many hours a week do you work? I feel like there isn't enough hours in a day for everything you get done.

[@AlIsUpOutdoors]

I told my wife that when I get home from deployment I’m buying a new boat to build out. I was expecting some pushback but to my surprise she just said, “that’s okay you deserve it.” I don’t want to get someone’s used beat to heck project that’s corroded beyond belief or anything. I’ve got some time to figure it out. But I really want to build a deep v hull. Maybe a 14-16 alumacraft.

[@halsteadmorris3700]

I built a 14 ft deep v alumacraft. Awesome boat, cuts through water and is insanely stable. Hits upper 20's with my 25hp yamaha, but can also make good progress with a trolling motor. Unfortunately, it is a rivet boat. I'd highly recommend going fully welded if you're not planning on replacing all rivets. Pin hole leaks and flex seal galore. Granted, mine is a '54....

[@sonofafisherman743]

Awesome you do some killer work 👍

[@fishingwithfilitsa]

Great video, i like

[@raulcolindresjr2741]

Absolutely killer 🔥🔥🔥

[@BassBrothersFishingDMV]

Awesome man!!!

[@lstaples007]

Pretty slick sir... 👌

[@roncerenzia4116]

Will this product fade and will it stain its like fish blood and colored scent?

[@gerhardvanwykzs4rum685]

One tip i recommended when you want to apply stickers or vinal or this stuff is to use some soapy water i normally use dishwashing liquid then if it isn't where you want it you can move it around without it sticking and if you have it where you want it let it dry and boom it's perfect

[@eltigredetejas2328]

How hot does that Eva foam get in direct ☀️?

[@JoseJimenez-fb1sr]

Where did u get the hatchs

[@crappienaterfishing1198]

I see you need to be careful even with the small blade!

[@TinyBoatNation]

Appreciate it

[@saw7439]

It's to bad that after all that hard work it will not last with the eva decking. That stuff is cheap damages very easily and stains even easier.

[@bitenbass]

Love the work but not a fan of the floor color but hey who cares!!

[@atomicslam1589]

I tell you man... if you're a person wanting to learn about all the various tools, and how to use them. Building a boat is the perfect way. What you're doing with that router and that foam is absolutely incredible. What a gratifying project...

[@williamwinn948]

When you use a router don't start at the full depth take a little bit off at a time By making a couple passes till you reach the depth. also there is a down cut and a up cut bit Depending if you want the surface to be smooth or the bottom of the groove to be smooth

[@joonkeeg2871]

I don’t know if anyone suggested this, but make yourself a scrap piece of matching material. Then you can use it to do trial cuts or passes with your tool, and get the depth or cut you want.

[@AdamRyanA]

You gotta catch a 52 inch fish on her now since you made the ruler that big 😜 that black and brown looks awesome!!

[@PFLEONARDI0906]

Aren’t they all that big…

[@kungen300]

OMG this is so much cleaner to the gray carpet that everyone using. Top notch and i am going to order some to the next projekt. sorry for bad English i am from Sweden

[@johnsykes706]

Just putting it out there, perhaps a good way to stop shifting and keep the foam flat would be to use strips of thin double sided tape at an appropriate distance on the paper and stick it to a perfectly flat surface. Would solve a lot of the problems I have seen you have during various builds.

[@daviddenner-g1e]

I'm trying to do this. What bit did you use for the end/ border. I keep replaying and listening but hard to see

[@fishingwithfilitsa]

Very good work

[@dorkis44]

Interested in hearing how this held up over time. Looking to order the material but concerned about the sun lifting panels and shrinking material

[@TinyBoatNation]

Still works like a boss

[@officialWWM]

A 52 inch long ruler? What are you planning to catch in that thing? 😂

[@TinyBoatNation]

A sturgeon

[@salty_angler1285]

Hi Mike, I love the look of the self-routing eva. My question is how to hide a seam since my front deck is larger than the sheet of foam? I've done it prevoiusly with the pre-routed eva but really like the clean look of the foam that you're using in this video. Thanks

[@TinyBoatNation]

Hey, you have to overlap the two pieces and cut once. Then pull the bottom piece out, and they should align perfectly.

[@crappienaterfishing1198]

Very good work

[@tbnationoutdoors-nateeckhold]

you win. i dont have the patience for this. but.......now i might just have to do one lid in the middle of the deck. lol 😆

[@Zrelli_]

Hey man. I used to run a big CNC router to cut cooler covers from EVA foam and we found that using stone grinding bits work really well. We would use a cone bit with a small radius at the top. The grinding action leaves a super smooth finish and it also creates a little bit of heat which helps melt and seal the foam. Give it a try if you have a chance. If you can, use a high RPM on that router. Just a little trick of the trade I picked up years ago.

[@Zrelli_]

Also the taper in the cone adds for a nice transition between the top of the foam to the bottom of the groove.

[@Zrelli_]

Love all the great work! I live to see that notification pop up with a new video. Cheers!

[@ingeni0usd1rect0r]

You shouldn’t knock your skills I’ve been calling your tutorials the Bible for DYI boat building. Just curious what gauge sheet aluminum did you use for the subfloor and hatches? I have a 15 deep v that I need to make lighter and tougher since my buddy and I are like the post service when we fish we go in rain sleet and snow.

[@bobbysusenbach9687]

Thank you for all of your content. Have you ever worked with a Kenner Ski Barge. I have a 1969, 15.5ft (fiberglass) that's in great shape but I would like to put a raised floor and/or a front deck in.

[@ibrahimadia9788]

Great motivating video! I asked for help from others with false hopes given. When I was ready... they disappeared! Thanks again! I am completing my own restoration now.

[@buckwild32racin69]

I didn’t read comments so if this Is mentioned my apology, but people could put personal logo above the ruler for that awesome personal touch🤙🏽

[@MrJhchrist]

What's that stuff weigh per sq foot, or sheet, or sq meter, whatever? I checked the link and didn't see specs.

[@slivers4007]

Get a "formica" J roller to roll that stuff down. You already have a nice template get a template guide for your trimmer.

[@w_dub_wilberforcejr]

LOVE that deck!!! fantastic job.👊🏾👊🏾🙌🙌 u write really well with that thing!🤣🤣

[@HazLife]

Awesome Vid

[@plebiansociety]

For your border lines, you don't even have to mark them out. Just clamp the piece up against a flat edge (back of your work bench or whatever) and hold the router up against that to make your straight line.

[@gerryarnold3691]

Hey guys. I love these videos wholeheartedly. I'm starting to put a plan together to build one of these bad boys. But I'm at a loss to what to aim for boat wise. What are some suggestion you can give for affordable boats(make, model, etc., etc.)

[@terryclowers4433]

New to your channel,Guys I have a yak but the jon-yak is bad ass🔥👍🎣

[@jmlochala]

That took some dedication. Great job. How easy is that foam to clean after fishing? Does it absorb liquid and stain easy?

[@BlindSymmetryLurePainting]

Great work Mike. your freehand router skills are sick.

[@8jt]

That turned out very good! I am currently putting all new carpet and cubbys in my boat. I was thinking about buying that type of floor but was skeptical about it sticking to unfinished fiberglass. What is your thoughts on using that flooring on fiberglass floors?

[@dennisattard8638]

Do you have any tips for installation on a tight outside bend?

[@phatfree151]

What hardware are you using on the pedestal mount?

[@larrymoschenrose4038]

Does water stay in those groves and damage that turf?

[@Phiire]

Man that came out so dope!! You killed it dude!!

[@henrye718]

do the routed channels hold water?

[@TinyBoatNation]

Not for long

[@dalehelms4739]

Epic mate, thanks for putting this up

[@marcusolah6245]

Dude that’s awesome 😎 Nice job as always

[@smoovefishing]

Very nice job routing the lines!

[@floggerSG]

Nice job

[@beardedyaker9767]

What bit are you using???

[@larrybalowski946]

A REALLY NICE JOB

[@txapuaamancio5700]

The level of details and creativity is awesome well done Sr

[@scotthawley7282]

You could attach a guide to the router plate by drilling two holes through the square end, and use a scrap of cusaboard. It would speed your process up significantly and have repeatable results.

[@scotthawley7282]

@@TinyBoatNation not my idea haha half of woodworking is coming up with ways to be more efficient. There's a ton of videos on routers and jigs to improve your work.

[@b_aleman]

Just came across this video by accident. I can think of half a dozen other applications for this, aside from boats. Cool stuff for sure

[@b_aleman]

@@TinyBoatNation I could use it on... 1). My company's enclosed trailer to make my own logo 2). My tool boxes 3). My steel topped cooler 4). My gun safes Just to name a few. Seems like pretty heavy duty stuff

[@PFLEONARDI0906]

Nice work!

[@drewdagnese276]

So Sick!!!!

[@cliffwillmeng6504]

What was the material that you lined the hatches for a soundproof closing with again?

[@TinyBoatNation]

It's door edge guard. I get it through amazon in bulk.

[@davidmedley5970]

Where did you get the door edge guard? You did a great job.

[@TinyBoatNation]

On Amazon. and Thanks!

[@johnsalinas3593]

I wanna know where you get the aluminum angles at

[@TinyBoatNation]

TBNation.net Search aluminum build kits

[@johnsalinas3593]

@@TinyBoatNation what’s different Home Depot aluminum angle ??

[@kyleporwit462]

Recommendation for install on wood?

[@TinyBoatNation]

Contact cement. Or you can resin and wet sand it smooth and the foam with adhesive will go right on wood just like with the Coosa.

[@kyleporwit462]

@@TinyBoatNation thank you!

[@billythekid5196]

Jus go buy a boat with the money to build that wtf anyoning

[@Menamejosh]

What I learned when I make things is that I will notice every mistake that I make but no one else will because they don’t know it’s a mistake. You’re doing a great job thanks for the videos.