RMR Phat Cat Multiday Frame Build Cheap and Easy

[@csweet207]

I admire your DIY skills Andy!

[@Chris-hj3lc]

This is awesome. I was eyeballing the NRS components and immediately noticed they like to overcharge….by a lot. One can buy the exact aluminum tubing NRS sells for 1/3 the price at a metal supply store.

[@FullFaceAndy]

Diy is fun too!

[@puddlecruiser81]

Just got the Star Slice thank you for some ideas!

[@jasonstarnes351]

Just got a raft, looking for ideas, this is great. Thanks.

[@FullFaceAndy]

Awesome!

[@Bertiemang]

We do 4-day trips with 4 people on our phatcat. Our record is 5 people on it down the Eagle river in CO

[@pashkracken4054]

So I have access to 2"x1.5mm and 1.5 diameter stainless tube at mt work and the ability to bend and weld it as well. Will this material work for a phatcat frame as well? Thank you

[@FullFaceAndy]

@@pashkracken4054 I'd imagine so. I've never put hands on material like you have but I know stainless is stronger than the galvanized mild steel shown here.

[@pashkracken4054]

@@FullFaceAndy Thank you for the response, I work at a stainless steel, cable and railing shop so lots of scrap to buy from the boss cheap ;) I'll talk to the design shop, and can then cut it all on the laser after they make the program.

[@returningtoearthtv8836]

You make a video about that other frame you were going to build for the larger raft?

[@FullFaceAndy]

I did, I have several videos through the whole build process of my channel.

[@joevercellotti7888]

how about that trailer the phatcat is on? I have the same boat and a real similar frame setup. That trailer looks amazing!

[@FullFaceAndy]

Thanks! It's an old utility trailer that I stripped down to the frame, then used the same 1in EMT to make a raised deck over the wheel wells.

[@RMNPBETA]

Thanks for the video. Looks legit. Curious though about any flex in the steel with rowing. I hear its not great with steel vs. aluminum.

[@FullFaceAndy]

Never noticed on any frame that I've built or used. But I could see it potentially being a concern on much larger rafts with wider spans or something.

[@mict3588]

What is the measurement from oarlock to oarlock, and what length of oar is he using?

[@FullFaceAndy]

Ill reach out the the owner of the raft and try to get that info for ya.

[@christophberenotto]

Thanks for posting this, very informative. I don't have welding gear but am thinking of trying to make a custom frame for my Zelgear. What part of the country are you in?

[@FullFaceAndy]

Glad to! I'm in Washington state

[@Chris-hj3lc]

@@FullFaceAndy damn you Andy! I was ready to crack beers with you in the garage. You should move to the northeast!

[@FullFaceAndy]

@@Chris-hj3lc Haha! Did a stint of college in VT and lived in Montreal for a few years. Cheers!

[@kymerdeth]

I have a Colorado Trout unlimited, tubes where getting a bit old and wanted something for white water, I got 9 foot Jack plastic pontoons, reworked existing frame with 1 inch conduit as well, the boat already has the steel ore towers and its basically a double frame, I just need to weld the ore towers to outside frame for a little more strength probably is over kill, but they are pretty important. Not sure easiest way to upload pic in a comment but if anyone wants pics let me know and I can send them over. I also took skin from old pontoons and made a top cover for the new ones, perfect fishing/whitewater cat.

[@FullFaceAndy]

On my other frames I've used marine carpet for a top cover but I like your idea of using the old pontoon skins, sounds very durable!

[@kymerdeth]

@@FullFaceAndy i had them sewn onto a trampoline material, it looks like it was made for it. That stuff is super tough.

[@matthewsnyder5710]

What is the exact name of the pipe bender at 2:58?

[@FullFaceAndy]

Klein 1 inch conduit bender

[@braden165ks9]

Hey Andy

[@FullFaceAndy]

Mr Miller! How are you?

[@braden165ks9]

Good 8th grade

[@FullFaceAndy]

Dang you're almost in highschool already, time flies!

[@braden165ks9]

I’ve gotten taller 5’7

[@FullFaceAndy]

Wow that's just an inch below me, you'll probably pass me by next year