Fixing on sturdy steel mounts for new lifeboat anti-roll. Expedition lifeboat conversion Ep118 [4K]

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EPISODE 118
Time for the steel mounts to be stuck onto Alan's sides! But, it's far from simple..
Products mentioned:
6mm mild steel plate
Bosch S7 drill press
PC Products PC-11 marine epoxy adhesive
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[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

A quick interim THANK YOU for the response to the battery fund. Enormously kind. Alan shrugged when I told him.

[@michalcooperman201]

My favourite part of the week is when a new chisel featuring Alan the soon to be Pillar Exploration vessel appears. I feel that Askam had transcended all boys fellow life boats by bravely stepping up and volunteering for this adventure. He couldn't be in more careful or considered hands then yours Alex. Bravo.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers!

[@TheLoxxxton]

Lol​@@AlexHibbertOriginals

[@Koolteer]

Make a mug or shirt with the marmot Alan on it and the text "Alan!!" Underneath (in orange off course) and I'll buy it. This grumpy old sailor wishes you all the best.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers - I'll have a think!

[@Michael-wr2mz]

cracked up on day 3 and you said you considered selling the boat lol. As always, love your witty commentary

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

It's appreciated!

[@dcallan812]

I wonder warming the metal plate before hand would help the resin move a bit better. Too late to find out now🤣 they are stuck on . 👍

[@anonpers0n]

a little blood to please the sea gods, really its required for any big boat project.

[@danny1smith]

Unfortunately I am saving my pennies for my own adventures, however the regular updates are great and I am enjoying the content. Not sure I always agree with your direction but as a DIY guy and boat restorer? It is great to see some different approaches! Merch purchase incoming pending next payday 😊

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Much appreciated and more power to your own adventures!

[@sicks6six]

well, we know where it's going to leak now, so no surprises when the waves crack the fins mounting brackets, you have underestimated the power of the sea,

[@VinceW187]

Alan will never look the same again😢

[@rjz1313]

Printed t shirts must always be available in black. Have I bought one? No. I'd like one eventually. Nevertheless I feel very strongly for black t shirts. And any rockers, rollers, or backstage controllers would agree. Love this friggin channel so much. ❤❤❤❤

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers! And noted.

[@juanitoibericoloveless2879]

merci

[@richardvause1607]

What's the update for the lea bords

[@PsRohrbaugh]

I told you power draw would be a concern 😢

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

You're right. The original aim was a very lean expedition-style operation, but the tech has grown since 2020, so evolve we must. Thanks for the ongoing advice.

[@PsRohrbaugh]

@@AlexHibbertOriginals I know there are fitment concerns but electrically I still think the best bet is a 12v alternator for the engine system, and a separate 24v alternator for the house loads. A bidirectional DC charger for emergencies only. But you know you have your engine electrical system isolated no matter what happens on the house side.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Good advice indeed. I've sketched out a load of ways to attach a second alternator, but the physical install is still a free space nightmare. It's not impossible, but not a rebuild I can do right now. I've considered swapping the starter and alternator for 24V so there's no 12V at all, but again that's a major re-jig for a system that functions ok at the mo. And it's hard to find 24V modules at the right spec for the Bukh (tooth size etc).

[@nicholasbell9017]

Sorry, but I don't understand how adding ballast weights above the waterline is going to reduce the rolling moment. More holes through the hull too. Anyway, good luck with it. Nick

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Ballast? Holes in the hull? I think you may need to watch it again Nick!

[@MCallsen]

Had to use the old PayPal, but some tiny battery is on the way ^^ And yes, water, in the wine bottles ... taterwater ... aka vodka :P

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Thank you! Definitely water...

[@PsRohrbaugh]

Should've sent the bolts from the inside to the outside of the hull

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

I had a long think about that. But the upper shell isn't that thick, and it would mean removing a whole section of the inner shell, mining out the foam, and then adding the mechnical fixings. I also don't want the shell being compromised in the event of an impact.

[@PsRohrbaugh]

What payment method has the lowest commission? If I make a large donation what's the best way?

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Hi Paul. pay.superpayit.com/alexander-hibbert is the best one for low commission and where you can choose a custom amount.

[@PsRohrbaugh]

​@@AlexHibbertOriginals"payment successful"

[@PsRohrbaugh]

​@@AlexHibbertOriginalsmaybe put this in every description if you it's not already there.

[@PsRohrbaugh]

@@AlexHibbertOriginals I wouldn't have donated if I knew it'd make you disappear from the comments 👢

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Sorry Paul - was late at night and today is Mothering Sunday here in the UK. Back on duty now!

[@ptonpc]

I just tried to donate again but there was no option for paypal (I don't use my card online) . I know it must have existed at one point since I have donated to the fuel and battery fund before.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Thanks! It's down the bottom of the page : www.paypal.com/donate?token=TgMcCT56uJILNfXY3E3Y1-M_sFNdMfYTxuT7UOPqK9ZW8QbvFHCjH00BQnEQSwd50ii3c20TF5YJLZsG

[@TheMrBrianh]

13mm ≈ 1/2" for "Freedom Units" users...

[@TheMrBrianh]

As an American, I use "Freedom Units" as a pejorative.

[@mrvertigo23]

Hold out for the batteries - I'm not a rich man but I'll hoy some money your way, only a couple of pints worth. How do you donate?

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

We appreciate it. There's a link at the top of the description.

[@alangurman3961]

I'll only say one word. LITHIUM!

[@teeanahera8949]

And, as I have just learned from reading the comments, will say one word back to you. No good in the cold. Ok, that was 5 words, apparently they are not suitable in high latitude conditions due to the cold. Lead acid of various types are suitable. I went and double checked… “Cold weather increases the internal resistance of lithium batteries. Higher resistance means the battery has to work harder to provide the same amount of power, which can lead to reduced output and efficiency. This increased resistance also makes the battery less responsive to charging, as the charge acceptance also decreases in colder temperatures.”

[@alangurman3961]

Didn't know that. We all use lithium down here in Austral8a.

[@DougVarble]

Have you ever noticed much like Alex? Nobody hurries to put the first comment in🎉

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Occasionally there's a race. But we have a wise, learned, considered viewership on this channel. And a few lunatics.

[@stephencrowther524]

@@AlexHibbertOriginals Like attracts like !😂

[@teeanahera8949]

@@stephencrowther524😂 Lunatic, as a word, can be used as an endearment.

[@jonathan5354]

Can/will you set up Paypal for donations? If not that's cool. I'll get my card. Edit: never mind I found it at the bottom of the page.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Thank you! I should probably rejig that page.

[@djpoopypants4741]

What cut your finger? I didn’t fully understand

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Yes I dropped the ball on sound recording. They were trapped where the bolts ran through the plates.

[@djpoopypants4741]

@@AlexHibbertOriginals gotcha. Good luck Alex!

[@Mr_Mordaeus]

To all those suggesting Lithium batteries, they're not so good in the cold. Charging below 0c will damage them. If only the arctic were warmer. Good old lead acid (in all it's various forms) is about as robust as you can get. - Keep up the good work Alex, I've been an avid viewer since day 1.

[@teeanahera8949]

Thank you for that important tidbit of info. I am sure there are quite a few wondering this same thing about the LiFePo4s.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Thanks for that input. Indeed, cold charging lithium can knacker batteries, although charging most batteries below freezing isn't ideal.

[@xnademolicious]

The only positive thing about lead acid is that it's the most tolerant of short term neglect (even though it destroys them very quickly). It's otherwise just hot garbage. Emergency communication can be powered by primary batteries, and you can have one lead acid dedicated as a starter. Hotel loads should be lithium with low temp charging protection and internal heaters.

[@sailingona]

Yes awesome episode i think we all buying Bosch S7 drill press, thanks 👍

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers - yes I fear I've changed their 2nd hand value!

[@pepperspray7386]

i appreciate your channel, and have forced my husband to watch all of your arctic treks. i told him you were like an arctic race bannon without a dr quest.

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

I hope the enforced viewing was appreciated in hindsight

[@gafrers]

Not easy work and the cold not helping either. Enjoying the progress

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers

[@brucechapman1946]

Don't weld the bolts, M12 is not a lot of material, could you use half nuts to lock in place?

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

I could, but it's the 3D angle and rotation I want to 'fix'. They can't pull out through the plate.

[@Dave_1966]

I have added a very small bit to your battery bank 😊 hope it helps 👍❤

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers - it's appreciated

[@utahjag]

Have you reached out to Anker or EcoFlow to see if they would sponsor you with a battery? They both have whole home capacity in one battery with inverters and solar inverters included. Thanks again for your time and effort in showing us this greatly fun content!

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

I don't think power stations are a great fit for Alan. The Leoch 210Ah batteries were actually sponsored by Leoch UK in 2020, but I'm now short as I had to hand some over to my former team-mates.

[@utahjag]

You'd know better than me. The EcoFlow works for by home battery back-up as my power goes out 4 or 5 times per year and I am not buying any more dry ice for my fridge! Looking forward to your solution. Thanks for the amazing content, filming and editing! @@AlexHibbertOriginals

[@roystone5232]

Excellent work

[@AlexHibbertOriginals]

Cheers

[@alangurman3961]

I'll only say one word. LITHIUM!

[@LesNewell]

Are you referring to batteries or medication?

[@teeanahera8949]

I think you should take your dose now. As a battery technology, in very high latitude temperatures, they are compromised too much … “Cold weather increases the internal resistance of lithium batteries. Higher resistance means the battery has to work harder to provide the same amount of power, which can lead to reduced output and efficiency. This increased resistance also makes the battery less responsive to charging, as the charge acceptance also decreases in colder temperatures.”

[@PsRohrbaugh]

@@teeanahera8949 This! Teslas actually have heaters in their battery packs, because they can suffer permanent damage if used in too cold of weather. Alex has done a lot of research on battery tech for cold weather.