DIY WOODWORKING Sailboat Head Build ⛵️ Ep52 - PART 1

LAHAKAI SAILING // ⛵️ S1 Ep52 // PART 1 // We're building our head in our sailboat restoration project this week, for a second time - and it's gonna be a battle! We're just amateur carpenters and the bathroom is our biggest challenge in our boat interior build so far - so the question is; will we be able to make it all by ourselves?
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[@wallywombat164]

Templates should be mandatory. Did ya know the Egyptians used templates for the Pyramids? ❤❤❤❤

[@lahakai]

You intrigued me so I googled that and got "Ancient Egyptians Pyramid Pop-up Template $4" what a bargin 😂

[@DonFarmer-hq5sw]

As you design the position of the head… imagine unblocking it or changing the hoses, valves, motor and switches in a pitching dark hull at sea 🌊. Let practicality be your guide 😊

[@kevinmartin3859]

Looking great well done 😊😊😊

[@lahakai]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@vladdracula7116]

schön dass ihr wieder ein video gemacht habt 😘

[@lahakai]

We're back! 😉 Nice to see you here as always! Cheers

[@kevinmartin3859]

Also good to see you back

[@gillesgomez3091]

All those custom made pieces of wood, that's a big 3D puzzle! It's going to be a unique and amazing head. Congratulations.

[@sergueiothonucci1638]

😃😃😃

[@tamanduaa]

Nice to see things are taken shape! 👌

[@wallywombat164]

Lori, young lady, maybe Ikea had a easy solution for the head. Further, maybe they have a EASY build boat on the shelf. EASY solution. ❤❤❤❤

[@SteifWood]

Though Mirriam-Webster defines a *bulkhead* merely as "an upright partition separating compartments" my understanding of a bulkhead in a boat is that these are the _transverse (side to side) structural partitions_ and that their main purpose is to resist pressure from the outside of the hull, ie they prevents the boat to collapse inwards. The bulkheads also stiffens the hull for torsional compression/tension (together with stringers/frame), and often functions as a base for outside structures like chain plates. To me, Lahakai is a monocoque boat with a complete frame and now/few structural bulkheads ... but what do I know, let the experts say ... ?

[@mademyownway2975]

Looking really good.

[@jbprospector3638]

I do look forward to your videos. Looking awesome. I know it's a lot of work, but it will be worth it when you're finished. 👍😎

[@lahakai]

That's so nice to hear!! And you're definitely right! Cheers! ⛵️🙏

[@wallywombat164]

Lori, you are a genius mate. That's gonna be a great head for sh er sitting and cogitation. Can you fit a book shelf in there somewhere? ❤❤❤❤

[@trotterpandora46]

We respect what Y are doiing and are convinced that the end will be great. But We have a small question. How do Y propose to ingress all Yr cut nice waterresistant or proofed plywood.. the tops will be allright but the cuts are ptone to be infested by moist. It will take only a few years sailing in rough seas. Succes. Sailing Capt all ships World wide Jaap Jonkers Netherlands

[@lahakai]

Thanks for your question! We will be fiberglassing the wet area to seal it all off. The dry area too will be sealed and painted thoroughly. Once we fix the bulkheads and door we would be able to start on that job. Cheers!!

[@faucetman]

Drilling metal/steel. It's all about "feeds and speeds". That is the pressure applied and the speed of the drill bit. In most cases, SLOW speeds and HIGH pressure results in faster/better drilling. When using hand held drills pulsing drilling works well. Also, when using a variable speed drill, vary the speed until you see the most/largest chips being produced. THAT is the right speed for that metal. Remember, In most cases, SLOW speeds and HIGH pressure results in faster/better drilling. Saves the drill bits as well. Fast drilling, full speed drilling, ruins drill bits because of the heat build up on the bit. Oil/water helps, but high speed is the hand held drill bit killer. You should NEVER drill hard/thick metal at full speed.

[@lahakai]

Great tips! Keep em comin'! Cheers

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

Use drill lube. Best bet. Used to drill aluminum with a 25k RPM speed drill using only 1 bit at 1000 plus 7/32 holes. Aircraft lap belts. Same can be applied to steel. Drill lube is the magic.

[@chrissterba501]

Been loving to watch and learn from these projects! I'm new here, so still getting caught up with all the previous videos as well as checking out the new ones. Quick comment on the toilet. I can't perfectly visualize all the dimensions your final install, just make sure that the waste out goes through turns that are "throws" instead of 90 deg "elbows". Just looked a bit close to the wall (I'm sure your looking to maximize space and all), so thought I'd bring that up. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@lahakai]

Welcome to the channel! So glad to have you here 🙌🙏⛵ Excellent point and thanks for the note. The toilet does sit against the slope of the hull but there is enough space to get a slight curve and avoid any 90 deg bends. We'll definitely keep that in mind as we finish this up! Cheers!

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

Make sure you make this fit out with ease of access to the tender bits easy!

[@Davidcallard]

Shipboard living is incomplete until you have suffered through a blocked 🚫 amenity in midsummer heat! I have heard this experience described as being "character building!" to which comment I am liable to respond with something along the lines of "Y'don't say!, imagine that !"

[@lahakai]

😂😂 looking forward to that right of passage

[@TheOldGuy]

Nice Work! I figure you are starting the "finishing" soon, and was wondering if you will be using trim and molding along the joints between the seams of the plywood?

[@lahakai]

Thanks! Yes we will be using jequitibá solid wood for the trim. It’s the same wood we used for the table and stairs. And some parts will just be laminated. Hopefully it will all blend nicely when it is varnished 🤞🤞

[@alcidesbirigui722]

Sou muito feliz assistindo seus vídeo. Este não consigo ver tradução português.

[@lahakai]

Boa tarde, tudo bem? Hoje tivemos um atraso nas legendas mas conseguimos terminar agora. Já está disponível. Muito obrigado por sempre nos acompanhar.

[@alcidesbirigui722]

@@lahakai vc é muito simpática e educada comigo. Que Deus abençoe vc e toda sua família

[@JustForC-k4x]

Keep my finger crossed for the Lahakai! I wonder if I got the idea of multi-functional door correctly. Could (after e.g. using shower) the water from 'wet area' side of the doors drain into dry/main areas?

[@lahakai]

Thanks so much!! 🤞 A quick squeegee of the door could prevent this, as well as cut down on cleaning, humidity and mold. Mom does this in her shower at home and glass stays spotless! And you know mom knows best 😝

[@JustForC-k4x]

👍one does not argue with authority

[@claudehopper9813]

I'll refrain from the " looking great " obligatory comments . In the wet area what is the plan for waterproofing ? The plywood panels are not suitable for continual dampness as , deterioration , mold & rot is likely . Does the the shower drain into the bilge , lastly did i miss the location of the vanity in the head area ?

[@lahakai]

Good question, we will be fully fiberglassing the wet area. The dry area too will be treated and painted fully. The shower floor and basin are on the to-do list still. And the vanity is on the right of the door jam in the dry area. There's also a wet locker and some details we're going to tackle this coming week. Cheers!

[@stiglundstrom9904]

What to do to the big dents on the outside of the boat its very ugly thing hmm 🤔?

[@lahakai]

A certain level of distortion is normal when metal is heated during welding. This will all be covered in the fairing process - that’s when a compound is used to smooth the boats surface while also adding a level of protection.

[@captainborchik3141]

Silver insulation absolutely useless , you need a spray foam closed cell

[@lahakai]

The insulation we are using is a special technology that uses Mylar. We have a couple of episodes that talk all about why we chose this product. Check those out and let us know what you think!