Drilling Holes In Our Catamaran! Onboard Lifestyle ep.22

[@Doitgood52]

And here’s Compass in his little ray of sunshine. Compass: You’re not gonna make me move are ya?😂

[@johnbama4740]

Mom, dad, child and pup - all adorable!!!

[@whotknots]

Those diesel fittings? Wowee👌👍

[@kirkbeaumont5295]

The Adam Savage of cats..great job!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

American industrial designer and special effects/fabricator, actor, educator, and television personality...I'll take it!

[@kirkbeaumont5295]

Onboard Lifestyle My point exactly 😁

[@gflores7018]

I started watching a later video, and I got hooked watching your videos , starting from the beginning and biege watching now. You and your family do awesome work. You are a boat whisper in fixing things . I am not a boat owner but do some home jobs and car work and pc work , great seeing your work. And thank you for the videos

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@rfdinesen4027]

Oh for crying out loud Teal! Of course you're an artist too.... in your spare time!:) Beautiful work, artwork too.

[@thatdutchguy2882]

15:31 While working still parenting like a Boss,....👍😆.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Work 10 hours a day...Parent 24 hours a day!

[@MonkPetite]

QA by the wife .. nice yob with the best approval ever.. well done sir. It’s an awesome job.

[@mmanut]

I just can’t get enough of your videos. QUALITY & DETAIL are 2nd to none‼️👍👍 Vinny 🇺🇸

[@PhillipBolan123]

Great watching you carrying out this work with so much accuracy, even measuring the distance the screws for the filler were from the bulkhead. You have the patience of a saint!

[@bobhamilton298]

Your work is well researched. I'm actually picking up a lot of ideas and techniques from you and I'm a 50 year DIY'er. And you seem to have endless patience. I curse like a sailor when I work on the boat (which is all the time). Although I actually enjoy boat projects just as much as sailing, if not a little more. Keep up the good work !!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I am also a 53 year old DIY'er and I can honestly say that patience is the key...thanks for watching!

[@dizzytt69]

For the inside where you made the hole with the hole saw, then spent all that time digging it out....you should have used a forstner bit :)

[@billzeiler5811]

Your work is beautiful and done to perfection!

[@PetrolBurnGarage]

Nice. That Baltekmat is very useful stuff. Fact : I’ve changed my entire build plans after watching your vids.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The baltekmat also goes by the trade name Coremat. Play with it a bit, it definitely has plenty of applications you can use it for...I like it alot!

[@PetrolBurnGarage]

Curious when you used it on the deck for the lip against the vinyl...did you double up the mat or do they offer it in different thickness? I am looking to use the Lifeproof Waterproof snap flooring from HD and I think it is about 1/8" thick.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Single layer.

[@anjongaustrejr3633]

nice and clean.....well maintain and organize boat........thumb ups....

[@taxman121]

Teal, you are a great artist!

[@moejaime2654]

Hope you have some rest and relaxation now captain ! Nice project !

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Working on the boat is my way of relaxing.

[@moejaime2654]

Cool !

[@CraigOverend]

Turned out great Teal, and I didn't expect the art. Just wondering if anyone ever installs air/water separators into the vent lines? I only ask because I've seen people in humid climates like Sailing Catalpa recently, that grow diesel bug in their tanks that then repeatedly clogs filters and fuel systems even after they've filtered the fuel entering. For the same reason I'd also want to run a diesel polisher after every refueling.

[@patch8462]

Hi Teal, just a thought here on the vent tubing. Because you mentioned draining, that tubing as is could and would likely drain in both directions. We would usually calculate 1/4" grade per foot but on a sailing platform I would thing a dead rise after the vent would be best. Anyways just a shared thought. Patch

[@trumpetmano]

Genius trick with the foam to control the caulking...

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

You are a craftsman Teal.My ocds are satisfied watching you work and you thinking about the mosture in the breather hose is so well founded. All the best Ross

[@carlstout4546]

i like the show of affection ! You could show more of that I wouldn't be offended ! carl stout

[@chadrichards9760]

Another awsome job

[@highlight9014]

Another cracking episode guys 👍🏼 normally watch on my iPad, but decided to put you on the 75 inch tv today....amazing quality.

[@majesticmark6054]

Looks absolutely Great. As always well thought out and properly planned. I can imagine how many nights your mind was still going over each detail when you closed your eyes.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

That's the same thing my therapist says...JK!

[@Adippen]

Awesome job again. Teal, you know when you are done with the boat it's going to be worth two million dollars in customization alone right? Then again, I sense there is never going to come a day when you feel you have done everything you want to do...;)

[@tombarker3608]

I will give credit where credit is do. You continue to amaze me on the planning and for thought put into this project. Somewhere on this boat is a hatch filled with hand drawn designs and a lifetime list of ideas. Well done.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Am I that transparent...doodles everywhere! Thanks for watching Tom.

[@sjd9214]

YOU are so OCD! Same here and nice to see someone who appreciates doing things properly and to detail!! Your Narrative and soothing voice reminds me so much of that famous painter Bob Ross, the happy painter :-). Now looking forward to the next episode!

[@oldmanriverrimington3442]

Nice artwork Teal. I absolutely love black and white.

[@kellee6551]

Ya'll are ROCK STARS....Thanks for the wonderful journey....Food to Epoxy....enjoyed so much that I'll probably re-watch again before you depart...and save to a file..I would assume they are waiting in line for your slip....jonesing for the next fix...More Please Sir.....

[@whotknots]

It occurred to me that some of that waste from the honeycomb material would be a good opportunity to test it for flammability..🤔 I wonder if the manufacturers provide specific instructions regarding the type of extinguisher and method etc to use if God forbid it should catch fire?

[@carlstout4546]

what a craftsman i'm so impressed with all of you !!

[@dcvargas8917]

I’m so glad that I found your channel. Continuing to binge watch. I enjoy the positive and “can do” attitude that y’all show. It is inspiring. I’m off to make some Korean ribs or maybe tacos and then do some fiberglassing.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Love that!

[@rjolleyhomes]

engineering artist

[@davidnelson3411]

What a Beauty.

[@winelover215]

Awesome clean work Teal. You are impressive! A very smart man for sure. Your Cat is going to be a vision on the adventurous waters you will travel. Cheers!

[@craigtwet]

Thank you for all the great videos. I have enjoyed all of them and I have learned a lot by watching them.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching Craig...you just made my day!

[@mikesawyer9209]

Well planned! A future maintenance dream!

[@CoreySmallwood]

Do they make a breather with a deeper threading or are you just always up for a challenge? :) You always do an amazing job and have created an awesome boat. I'm sure you're going to be thrilled to finally sail away!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I'm sure they do but I found these at a marine swap meet and could not pass up a screaming deal!

[@markjones8704]

Awesome work, nice tip for using the weather stripping to contain the sealant👍

[@SailingTanker]

Teal, you are an amazing craftsman....

[@waynemcphail7825]

Outstanding craftsman ship

[@dennisrichards2540]

Great video (as always) and a nice long one this time too =) Thanks for posting.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

...and thanks for watching!

[@normadams4932]

Once again some impressive work! What I find as a nice side bonus to watching your videos is that it always seems to motivate and inspire me to finish a project or start a new one lol. Thanks for another great episode with you and the fam! I am off to work on something I have put off for a few weeks =p

[@jackmeyer6763]

Teal, you do great work. Wondering we you didn't close out you core for the diesel fills.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I did fill the core only because I had a bit of thickened epoxy left over even though it really isn't necessary. The hull material is NidaCore which is a closed cell product so any moisture introduced can't travel more than the distance of 1 cell or about 1/4". I have pulled old fittings off that had 20 year old standing seawater in them with zero degradation...I am sold on NidaCore! I do fill the core edge where strength or aesthetics are a factor.

[@petersimmons3978]

Hi Crew, Greetings from the UK🇬🇧 again, I just got back from shopping and while unloading the notification bell sounded to my delight ,the shopping can wait!Teal you make things look so easy and I've said before your attention to detail is beyond approach and your vessel when finished will be better than a new one have you ever thought of turning your skills into a boat restoration business you would never be out of work.When Emma tried to " escape " on the surf board you caught her and brought her back to retrieve your pad,well done that man, and it was nice seeing her doing school home work, something here in the UK they don't always bother with it and it's a shame, education is the building blocks of life!! It was nice ,after her rest Linh inspected your work and gave it a pass and a big gold star for effort😂😂👍,well crew it's time to put away my shopping and wait for the next cookery/drinks vlog, all the best and stay safe, Pete 🇬🇧👋

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching Peter...see you Monday!

[@petersimmons3978]

Thank you I'll be there👍

[@jenwilko1692]

Always a joy Teal to see you’re amazing work about things I know nothing of, but can appreciate you’re practical & knowledgeable skills!! 🌟

[@Thomas_Speck]

All your Videos shows exactly what is all about: Take your Time to make it perfect! And I also like your Sculpture Pictures, they looking great! Hats off and Cheers!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Thomas!

[@Hardtimes57]

You've got skills, another great job!

[@bonsaitreehouse5534]

I could learn a lot from you. I mean a lot.

[@davefoster7770]

Looks awesome dude!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Dave!

[@rongamache5377]

you do some nice work. your like This Old House only it's a boat

[@h2ec4848]

Hi Teal,, excellent work as always, I learn so much for my own boat projects. I keep coming back to this vlog as prep for my hatches/deck fittings. I like the use of weather seal to contain caulking, although struggling to get something similar locally here in Australia. I have watched all of your vids but don't recall you discussing the virtues of Polyurethane/SMP adhesives versus silicone for hatches etc. You mentioned 3M 5200 here but view from others is that it is best for permanent assembly. 4200 is discontinued, so would you use 4000 for hatches or something else? Thanks again!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I have avoided talking about sealants and adhesive because this subject creates a comment firestorm. It's like talking about politics and religion and a subject that I would rather not approach. Thanks for watching and you will notice how neutral I will remain in future videos...I have learned.

[@h2ec4848]

Fair enough Teal, will continue watching for fully sanitized, unbiased, non-partisan hints and tips.

[@glenpeters955]

Interesting and informative as always. I cannot wait until you get to go sailing - how long do you think that will be ??? One last question just how many paper bowls and wooden spatulas do you think have given their lives in modifying your catamaran, my guess is that if you had purchased the right shares this may have been a zero cost update (heavy dose of sarcasm in this comment) As always have fun - cheers.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

We are scheduled to leave Spring of 2019 and probably around 12,000 bowls/sticks...and sarcasm is alway welcome!

[@HopeOfJoe]

Absolutely freaking awesome and amazing. You've done stuff like this before. LOL👍⛵️🥂⚓️✨👍

[@lkm5462]

Excellent job . Do you ever allow visitors?

[@izangill2836]

Teal it looks ace

[@dougford5691]

Great job Teal. Boat looks beautiful!! Time to leave the dock?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Soon Doug...Soon!

[@fatherthomas1575]

Dont forget adding drain holes in the bottom of the hulls to drain the water out😎🤗 Have you planned a sail date yet?

[@larryedge7827]

I like the work your doing, how are you dealing with the diesel smell in the cockpit from the vents?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The vents were not an issue in the original location which was just a few feet away. The diesel smell occurs as fumes escape the vent while filling the tank for about 5 minutes but not noticeable after. The rest of the time the vent is to let air into the tank as the fuel level drops. The tanks are full with zero odor in the cockpit...time will tell and if an adjustment needs to be made I'll do it. Thanks for the comment.

[@larryedge7827]

Onboard Lifestyle great to hear.

[@rsimpson258]

I actually had the same question. I’m glad I reviewed the comments before asking.

[@georgelambertson300]

Great idea with a fantastic result I was thinking extending the vent mounting tube hands down yours was a premium outcome...Txs. for the vlog keep up the exceptional content...

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks George!

[@rickchang8485]

What is the name of the mat you used? is it the same as the one you used to form a perimeter around the floor before installing the flooring (tiles)?. Great job.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The baltekmat also goes by the trade name Coremat...and yes it is. You can read all about it at www.tapplastic.com

[@rickchang8485]

Thank you Teal. Do you have a design/architecture background? your layout and design features look professional and extremely functional.

[@C_R_O_M________]

I noticed two handle tags on the first headboard and only one on the second, OCD triggered! P.S. Hahahaha, wrote that comment just before the clip ended (thought it was over) and sure enough YOUR OCD made it right before the video finished! My kinda guy!

[@MidnightVisions]

You should use a router to make a proper insert for the breather hole. Ripping it as you did will weaken the outer structure, and it will soften and crack much sooner.

[@Stikker021]

Lucky bugger. No smooches for me after I do a days work (ok - 3 days work). 😁 Teal, you zoomed by so fast on your artwork. Linger a bit please man, we wanna see. If your art is anything like your boat work you can be very proud of it. 👍 What are you guys gonna do for Emma's schooling when you take to the seas?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Emma has been in public school until this year. We have been double downing and homeschooling her as well as public school for the last year...more for us to practice than her. We will be starting her new curriculum this Summer and will let you know how things work out.

[@Stikker021]

Great stuff. A steep learning curve for you guys. Gotta shake out all the rust and cobwebs. By the looks of things, I think Emma is gonna be running circles around you two. She seems quite the achiever. LOL 🏆

[@mauriziocanale1669]

Bravissimo!

[@russellesimonetta3835]

You guys need a nice picture of the trimaran to put in the aalon!

[@leemartin3654]

if you're worried about it and you want to make it strong you could just epoxy the inner core on the edges with the popsicle stick and then sand it with a dremel and that would make it more solid then just lay up some fiberglass and cut out whatever size grommet or washer and then epoxy it to the wall

[@jibsoling1866]

I am wondering of the smell of diesel in the cockpit will not offset the benefit of getting no seawater spray in it.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The vents were not an issue in the original location which was just a few feet away. The diesel smell occurs as fumes escape the vent while filling the tank for about 5 minutes but not noticeable after. The rest of the time the vent is to let air into the tank as the fuel level drops. The tanks are full with zero odor in the cockpit...time will tell and if an adjustment needs to be made I'll do it. Thanks for the comment.

[@jamesbaxter2812]

I am watching you with the motor controls. That's funny. I am thinking they are electric controls.

[@Heshhion]

25:13 DAAAAMN.........................................

[@SolarBurrito]

Wouldn’t you be more worried about diesel fumes from the breathers in the cockpit vs the fiberglass thickness to hold them?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I only moved the breathers about 4' and am not too concerned. The fumes only expel as you fill the tanks and the fumes are sucked in as you deplete them. If it ever becomes an issue I will simply move them.

[@13TFitz]

Once again, awesome job! Hope I didn’t get your camera wet the other day ☔️

[@OnboardLifestyle]

I had the waterproof housing on....I think you may see a clip in next week's video. Loved it!

[@miken7629]

What exactly is that mat you are using? I see chopped strand mat at marine stores, but I don't see that material you are using. What is it and is there a website that sells it? Also, I love how-to videos. Your video's are informative and you are an excellent craftsman.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

That product goes by multiple trade names (Baltekmat and Coremat). I have purchased both at www.tapplastics.com over the years...Thanks for watching Mike!

[@michaelshrout2820]

Are those slots in the deck just outboard of the fuel fillers, and the matching slots in the roof above them, for daggerboards?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Yes...those are our daggerboard trunks.

[@mtjoeng]

The wife is getting anxious .. last episode, 'how was your day?', 'work' .. this episode 'can we go out now' (twice'). You might consider hurrying it up a bit Teal, the wife might start burning your dinner .. (that's a standup comedians joke)

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The whole family is anxious but we have a set plan and have so much to do before we leave.

[@rowey7777]

Breathers in the cockpit area?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The vents were not an issue in the original location which was just a few feet away. The diesel smell occurs as fumes escape the vent while filling the tank for about 5 minutes but not noticeable after. The rest of the time the vent is to let air into the tank as the fuel level drops. The tanks are full with zero odor in the cockpit...time will tell and if an adjustment needs to be made I'll do it. Thanks for the comment.

[@zerogee4]

Teal, first off I am amazed with your attention to detail and doing it right the first time. And your glass work is amazing!!! But I agree with David, The vent in the cockpit? I have my doubts. but I also agree with you when say the smell will be strongest only when filling, but i think you will realize that the smell will get annoying sooner rather than later. Not knowing the complete layout of your boat, moving the vent in outside air may have been impossible, but watching you i don't think you would would have taken the shortcut just because it was easy. Your boat is amazing man!!

[@gilcore5245]

WOW you know how to mix epoxy? I thought only your wife had that secret recipe.... LOL

[@rcrogers6]

How did you mate the butt ends of the exteneded breather hose?

[@superdon1chw]

will those vent stink up your living area ?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The vents were not an issue in the original location which was just a few feet away. The diesel smell occurs as fumes escape the vent while filling the tank for about 5 minutes but not noticeable after. The rest of the time the vent is to let air into the tank as the fuel level drops. The tanks are full with zero odor in the cockpit...time will tell and if an adjustment needs to be made I'll do it. Thanks for the comment.

[@SteelDoesMyWill]

I have the same Rigid vacuum, super handy and powerful for its size. On another note, please tell me that wasn't silicone you sealed the diesel fills with, please?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Please respect that I will not answer that question. Everytime I talk sealants it's like talking politics or religion...every has an opinion and I'd rather not open that can of worms again. I have been working on boats for the better part of my life and have formed my own opinions but please feel free to talk about your favorite sealants...I am always eager to learn!

[@SteelDoesMyWill]

No worries, I get the politics & religion can of worms thing. I'm only talking from experience how the wrong sealants can cause serious headaches down the road. On deck I prefer 3M 4200, but better yet 3M 4000 which is the UV stabilized version when goop is called for. In almost all other cases on deck I try to use Butyl Tape whenever possible because it never breaks down, dries out, or looses it elastic properties; plus its easy to clean off and reapply when servicing. I never use 5200 unless it a hull to keel joint, and you don't have keels so please keep that stuff away from your boat!

[@MarkMesserli]

Are you concerned about fuel smell from the vents in your cockpit?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The vents were not an issue in the original location which was just a few feet away. The diesel smell occurs as fumes escape the vent while filling the tank for about 5 minutes but not noticeable after. The rest of the time the vent is to let air into the tank as the fuel level drops. The tanks are full with zero odor in the cockpit...time will tell and if an adjustment needs to be made I'll do it. Thanks for the comment.

[@rcrogers6]

Is the foam diesel proof? Probably not.

[@jkevinm80]

HMMMM. IF THE SEALENT/CAULKING IS, THE FOAM DOESN’T NEED TO BE. Sorry, hit the caps button by accident…🤷

[@VEJ2]

Sorry for the late reaction but.......When you installed your Diesel filler you did not seal the honeycomb in between the laminate. Is honeycomb not susceptible to water ingress or you solely rely on your sealant to keep the water out.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

The Honeycomb is made from polypropylene and each cell is isolated from the next. I have removed many items from the boat that were installed 25+ years ago were the core was not sealed and the substrate looked like the day it was made. I do seal it with thickened epoxy in most cases but not all.

[@VEJ2]

@@OnboardLifestyle Thanks. great channel bye the way.

[@customoutdoors820]

Plans please and details

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Our plan is to continue to prepare sv basik until Spring of 2019 when we will shake her down in the Pacific NW before heading South. Our Vlog will be centered on the lifestyle of being a cruising family and focus on DIY, education, family, food and adventure...stay tuned!

[@customoutdoors820]

Onboard Lifestyle thanks are you thinking of coming to New Zealand your family look awesome I am surprised you can live that close together

[@cymavloreto1689]

what is a baltic mat?

[@OnboardLifestyle]

It's now called coremat. www.tapplastics.com/product/fiberglass/carbon_specialty_fabrics/coremat/93

[@looptd1218]

More vids with ur wife in swimsuits please , the skimpier the better