I BUILT a boat from JUNK

[@fvsoutherngirl]

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[@Jevinrude_dude158]

You should put the engine you had on your Alumacraft boat when you were a kid back on the boat if you still have it

[@barbarashotts5598]

I hope you're filming the rebuild of the desperado. If you would like to see those videos hit that like button.

[@DigIntoGaming]

Luke I am sure no one minds that you are gonna only upload every other week. You are a full time crabber and that takes WAY more time and energy than people realize. Not to mention you are also a husband and that amazing wife of yours deserves your attention! I look forward to the next upload!

[@fvsoutherngirl]

Thank you for understanding!

[@edwicks66]

​@@fvsoutherngirlwe gotcha bro ! You ain't no crabber if your not all jammed up 👍

[@lenprice6315]

I absolutely love your channel. I wish you put out a video every day. 😂 Tiny ( Len Price ) Houston MS

[@lenprice6315]

I absolutely love your channel. I wish you put out a video every day. 😂 Tiny ( Len Price ) Houston MS

[@davidsimpson9771]

I agree with the comment but I think it goes without saying dude.

[@shoresharp8349]

Luke I'm sure your stringers on the desperado are mush. Make sure you block the hull really good so when you cut the stringers you don't lose the shape of the hull. You can easily twist the hull if not blocked correctly when you cutout the stringers.

[@Shadan-simmons]

Golden advice everyone like keep this up top

[@LewisTheFly888]

So true. Great point

[@jodidavis6595]

You are a national treasure at 27 yrs old. Your camera presence and humor..good looks never hurt lol and all that you share in your life to us is all so exciting. When you post a video it’s always great. So with that being said , whenever you post is great. Take time for you and that bride of yours. Go huntin, go make memories. We’re all here bc we love us some Luke ❤️🇺🇸

[@hunterwarner393]

Twice a month, once a month. I'll watch regardless how often you post. I'm 29 enjoy time with you wife while the seasons out. You deserve it and have earned it

[@monkeywithawrench27]

From a small engine mechanic, be careful starting a motor with the drill from the flywheel nut. If she cranks, if it's not at idle it'll outrun the drill. And you gotta continue giving the drill full beans once it starts until after you've cleared the socket from the flywheel nut regardless of if it starts or not. If you don't, you can knock the flywheel nut loose. I've done it several times. Did it one time on the water. Motor started and ran fine for 5 minutes before the nut completely backed off. Motor wasn't running right so i had the cowl off. Nut flew into the water and the flywheel jumped off the crank like a beyblade from hell, tore my arm up pretty good. Thankfully the flywheel stayed in the boat, but we had to paddle back to the dock. Ruined a fishing trip

[@fvsoutherngirl]

Dude that actually happened to us and I diddnt catch it on video. The flywheel flew off and the key bent.

[@woodchopinbeekeeper929]

If there's zero danger involved....what's the point?

[@paulsmith9341]

​@@woodchopinbeekeeper929safety third!

[@elliothickle3247]

I am willing to wait for the extra quality videos, this one was great!

[@born2soon]

I used petroleum jelly on wheelchair axles at the nursing home. It did not stain the resident's clothing if they got into the wheel hub. Two thumbs up on the new video schedule! QUALITY BEFORE QUANTITY!.

[@jaylonchupp8495]

Hey, you do what you gotta do. It stresses me out thinking about all the stuff you have on your plate so not doing as many videos makes a lot of sense. I love genuine and relatable content so you are my kind of guy. Keep it up!

[@fvsoutherngirl]

I appreciate that!

[@garyakashadow596]

It's good to hear you are easing up on making content so you can get the projects you have going on completed before winter shuts you down. Can't wait to see the Desperado complete and back on the water and ready to go crabbin'. This video reminds me of my first boat I built while going to college and working at the lake resort I lived in and worked at. It was great living full time in my rv and working there while working on my aviation dual major with a minor in IT. There were old boats all around there, plus two boat shops that could get me parts easily. The internet wasn't even created yet. Only intranet at the college and a few business'. This was even pre-Windows 3.1. However, through scavenging parts from several boats and engines, I was able to come up with a reliable 20 year old 19' 45:15 boat with a 100hp outboard that we could ski with as well as go fishing out of on Lake Texoma on the Oklahoma Texas border. It took all of spring and half the summer of 1990 to get it on the water in her best shape. My boat and motor were way bigger, but the effort that went into her was the same as your Monkey Wards 12' Jonathan boat. Great video, and I'm always looking forward to your next one. I love that you are always positive and have a can do won't give up attitude. ❤❤❤

[@DdoubleEE726]

The wheel bearing seal goes on the back side! Omg lol

[@bretpetrie7044]

Yup lmao

[@Budman157]

Still worked. Lol 😂

[@hermanmoxey1042]

Guaranteed to work 5 revs or 5 minutes, whichever comes first!

[@terryo1463]

I liked you showing Riley and working with him that was cool, he seems like a nice guy. We will always watch, do what you need to do.

[@James-vn8zb]

Those sears gamefisher motors were made by a handful of different manufacturers depending on the year. I believe the earlier ones were made by eska/tecumseh and then they were made by force, which was a chrysler motor that was later the same crappy outboard, but from mercury. The first numbers in the serial number can tell you who made it.

[@68hotrodrs]

Keep on killin it … you’re doing awesome . Love the content

[@war_moose5814]

Just keep em coming! We will wait and watch!

[@nocapyoulackn3594]

Just realized Luke is a natural in front the camera. 😎😎😂😂 Can't wait to see you get to take the Maiden Voyage on the Desperado after everything that's happen I know it'll be a good moment for ya. Blessing to you and yours bro.

[@StephenD22-n1n]

I respect the fact that he never throws anything away and always finds away too make something from nothing that’s respect right there congrats on everything from Canada Nova Scotia cape breton

[@TheTubejunky]

lmao _"NATURES CARPET"_ My favorite.. They should make toilet seat covers with that stuff... Oh then again you could just call it *"Natures Toilet cushioned Seat"* !

[@Deadcntr]

I had a 15hp Chrysler Sea King that I bought new in 1983. It was one of the most dependable motors that I have ever owned. I used it for about 10 years and the only thing that I did to it was change sparkplugs.

[@isaacmathewsmusic]

I have that exact same boat with a brand new 9.9. I had no idea I wanted stick steer. lol

[@medtech1a]

Luke. I am definitely impressed that you have the boat working.

[@Travis-e3m]

Brother I just started redoing old boats people are giving away for free and I've been having some good turn arounds.. I was so happy to see this video it's inspired me to keep going and possibly start my own channel I really appreciate your content and like minded ideas.. also nobody is going to be upset about the videos it just makes the anticipation that much better!! Thanks brother keep on keeping on

[@SmittyAccess]

You can superglue the ends of O-rings together to make the size you need

[@a921dji3]

I was bummed to see the Desperado torn up. I would have loved to have seen the work of taking the boat apart. The boat rebuild should be documented step-by-step. It would provide great content!

[@maryantosz6195]

Love the camo boat! Y'all definitely stuck with it to get her running! It's worth the watch! 😂

[@craign7995]

Love your videos Luke. With all of the junk you have littered around town, you could probably post a video twice a day. 😂 You're like the Fred Sanford of boats, boat parts and motors (ask your dad or grandpa if they know who Fred is). Motor on my man!

[@richarddowner4292]

Your wife's face , when you said "I told you Lindsey I'd get you a boat" was the best facial reaction of BS/what the hell. Was the best ever. And her saying "how many are there" boats you own, best ever I LMAO😂😂😂😂😅😊

[@williamt1579]

Title- Luke builds a boat from junk. What I see- Luke builds a boat from a boat. 😂

[@MediocreTCG]

If you can't make a boat a boat, you ain't no crabber.

[@bigblue1287]

He's a very lucky man. His generation are 🤡

[@stephenelder3162]

Its all about the title and thumbnail baby

[@TriStarFamily]

If Luke has taught us anything on this channel, it is that "boat" and "junk" are not mutually exclusive terms and he's about as good as there is at getting either one to plane out...😂

[@MiddleAgedAviator]

Cant wait to see the new boat.

[@paulstaab1705]

Gotta, Gotta see the boat hot tube Hell ya! Come on, Luke!! Don't leave us hanging

[@hburnham67]

Absolutely loved this video, and 1000% understand having to decrease your release cadence to increase quality, best of luck with everything and we're all looking forward to the next video!

[@derric828]

Bro I understand you have a life!! But please make longer videos an more videos a week ! U are so funny an honest ! It’s the best keep doing what u doing! Good bless an I pray for u an ur family!!

[@coyroberts8356]

Ima be here when you post. Prayers for you and yours.😊

[@trcass1]

great video. love your electrical tape and paper towel band aid. you must shop at the same store i do. good to see you working on the Desperado. looking forward to your continued content.

[@chrishelms1967]

Another Masterpiece

[@chuckthomas8176]

Yes . Sounds good .. I look forward to every other week

[@deanhardesty7528]

Thank you for the video.Have you heard anymore about the people who trashed your new boat.

[@fvsoutherngirl]

Not to much yet!

[@deanhardesty7528]

I hope they catch them soon.You don’t deserve that and good luck getting it ready for next season.

[@DDCgarage]

Such a beautiful shot of the webo 👍🏻

[@pah3108]

Awww Luke, dating the crazies growing up🫣😆 Well, CLEARLY, the best things come to those who wait- you found a top-notch bride ❤ You guys are such a cute couple and very engaged in each other's lives. Cheers to you guys🍻

[@luckyluc135]

content is always good!!

[@robdixon945]

Thanks for the show guys 🍻

[@johngafford1302]

My wife and I have our Good as Used shirts. Will send you a pic soon. 👍💪 Keep on keeping on! 👍

[@Eric-gi9kg]

Luke.. No Worries Do what you need to do for YOU.. your family and the business. I look forward to your videos... whether every week or every two weeks. Hell.. If I had the funds.. I would drive over and help out.

[@clarkallen4541]

Bro in law had a 1957 9.9 Chrysler. We ran the crap outta that thing in the river and while duck hunting. We affectionately called it "The Chizzler." Great vid man, and good luck with the upcoming tear-down and re-build of the Desperado.

[@coyroberts8356]

Thanks love it!!😍

[@richarddowner4292]

I can't wait to watch your videos. I soooo much enjoy them. Love your videos thank you sooo much for your time. 😊

[@joshsanderson1568]

Luke that is 100% a Chrysler/ us marine made outboard. Growing up I had a 7.5 Chrysler on a 12’ porta boat that came from the trash pile. Many memories from watching you fix the same problems I remember

[@Navajodavid]

Great video I have watched every one of your videos on youtube as and am now working my way through all of the shorts

[@ianbartelmez4720]

My current 1542 duck boat, I built... I bought the hull at cabelas(in 2018) the trailer from a dealer(used for $300) then I bought a Thai longtail kit and gx390 copy(now a predator 459 max) and then I got a blind and... well... I may not have the best rig, but the satisfaction of putting all the pieces together... and I have a pretty decent duck boat I did myself. I did pay a guy to add the pods, I can barely weld steel, I'm not about trying aluminum, lol!

[@quarlow1215]

Do what you have to do Luke. I know I'll be here to watch and support you. I don't know why but you had me laughing my ass of when that seat was breaking. I love good time shenanigans and that was mint.😂😂❤

[@fvsoutherngirl]

Thanks for watching!

[@quarlow1215]

@@fvsoutherngirl If I lived down there Luke I'd come and help you on the boat for free.

[@davidpacker117]

Fast Pro. Good one. I don't know how you manage to find the time to get as much done as you do. I look forward to your videos.

[@cj270268]

Keep up the good work, I love your videos so I gladly wait. Best regards from Denmark 🇩🇰

[@RayBoebel]

Trust me Luke, I know about the video every week thing. It get daunting after awhile. I've been considering dropping to 1 every 2 weeks myself. Nice little project there. I had a 12ft Wards Jon boat (flat bottom) and then moved to a 14ft Starcraft (V bottom). Those were shared between me and my brothers. The first boat I owned was a 19ft Galaxy. Last boat was a 26ft Wellcraft Aft Cabin. I've been out of boating since 2015. I miss it.

[@mikegentile13]

love the clip of filling it up with gas to ensure your write off! work the system

[@itsamindgame9198]

I saw a comedian talking about the difference between hunting and hunt'n. Luke repeatedly saying "hunt'n" has me chuckling

[@hotlinepressurewashing3064]

This is awesome! I’ve talked about doing stick steering for a while but never committed

[@Benw3790]

I feel like the reason that your channel is so unique and you have the type of demographic that you have, is because obviously people from you area and your age can relate. Butttt also… people like me, from NC can also relate. As a red neck, from the south, it’s like the same type of lifestyle and everything, even though you’d be seen as a “Yankee” to us, if we didn’t know any better. lol it’s so weird seeing videos like these, from somebody in MD. But blue collar knows blue collar!!!! If you can only upload, bi weekly, I’m pretty sure that we will all still be here bro. Nice John boat!!!

[@anthonycaldwell8473]

Just ordered us some crabs from Jimmy's! Look what we got some of your crabs 🦀! I miss my MD crabs. So nice to get them sent out here to Texas! Thank you brother. Keep killing it

[@likilikiki]

36:07 You mean fighting sharks and whales and sea monsters 😂

[@mikemiller8440]

Thanks again for another awesome video I really enjoyed it and as always I'm really looking forward to seeing the next video

[@dirthawk2669]

Go for it Luke ! Every other week , more quality to your videos !!! Dirt Hawk Ya'll , Elk River Md. Eastern Shore !!!

[@kamikazegad]

Im just sayen ur weekly vodsis were top tier!!!

[@robertlinscott1551]

Luke McFadde3n using the original impact wrench, priceless! It's got an airboat steering system, it's going to fly.

[@Jevinrude_dude158]

Can we see your alumacraft boat soon?

[@andrewhostetler9035]

That has got to be the coolest boat of all time. You can't drive it without a smile on your face.

[@jeffquintrell1963]

Quality is always better than quantity. Can’t wait to see it.

[@user-wd9fk4xq6t]

maybe you could have lindsey do a video on the other wk & give us her perspective of things thru what she sees behind the scenes while you work raw video no edit

[@COPPER71]

Name that boat "weeds" I used to talk to those motors all the time back in the day when they were new. Low profiles.. we had a 15hp, ran good.

[@c.c.1070]

Wise waterman and outdoorsman know that if a skiff or jon boat floats, it’s definitely not junk!!

[@b516uck]

excited for you! and excited for future videos!

[@wolfdaddy5630]

Hey Luke, the boat should be called “ The chameleon” like camouflage.😂😂 you guys are funny as hell. Keep up the “good” work ha-ha😂😂

[@DaDuddaMan64]

I bet the neighbors on your creek are not surprised at anything you blast through in 😂 thanx for the content guys n girl

[@RV_Chef_Life]

“It’s got good bones”, “Just needs a tune up”, “only sat for a couple months” 😂😂 sketchy selling phrases

[@TheStrat70]

Sounds good Luke as far as the schedule cause I follow and it shows me when you post

[@Eric-gi9kg]

Per 'Google'... Chrysler manufacturered outboard from 1965 to the early 80s. They sold everything to US Marine Boat builders (Force) in 1984. Sears originally sold McCullough outboards.. which was bought by West Bend. In 65, Chrysler bought out West Bend.

[@Dave_1966]

In hope we get to see the work being done on the Desperado 😊 that sort of thing is always good to watch, renovation and repair to me is far better than running about on a noisy mouldy boat lol 😅

[@dennisbrown3717]

The motor is a sea king that was manufactured by OMC for Montgomery Ward, OMC also makes Johnson and evinrude motors.

[@eyetok_alot]

how about to put a camera somewhere on a stick when you are working on the desperado. Just turn it on, live on youtube. no editting, just video. no audio or you have to watch out what you say.😁

[@48shams]

Buddy of mine has a Johnson 6, and the instructions on the motor were something like "Full choke, 3 pulls. No choke, 3 pulls." Started like a swiss watch after that 6th pull. No clue why, we did the same thing with an impact. It also ran better on 87.

[@cindysmith7929]

Take all the time you need Luke, we'll all be right here when you post new videos.

[@charles_cody]

So you know. We would absolutely watch a series we're Luke talks about every boat he has owned & ranks them as worst boat to best boat.

[@fvsoutherngirl]

Good idea!

[@FluffySteel]

The boat is already named look at the starboard side the camo says Jack or maybe junk 😂 great vid!!

[@garybaird7095]

I love it. Screw what people say. Do what you have to do.

[@caleblangham2924]

You should name it jaundice! lol. It’s a funny color and might make you sick. Just jaundice

[@mandatorymistake17]

Had one of these boats but mine was a ten foot flat bottom from around same yr put that thing through some things a boat shouldnt do loved it

[@graeme-sailingskeptic]

Hey Luke just wanted to shout out - I met Ed the bearded Boat Broker in Annapolis and I asked him to let you know you have a fan in Australia. I'm sorry I couldn't make it to hte crab stand but maybe next year?? Anyhow, Ed said he'd reach out if he does this is the guy he's talking about. Oh and also the lovely lady from EzSextant, who knows your grandma - was talking to me about you and - I told her they need you to get out and test drive their product! Thanks for a great channel mate and I'm looking forward to refit videos!

[@MikeHarp-p6o]

I like your videos .I am from western Maryland hagerstown area. You are somewhat local for me. I recognize a lot of the area . When I was a kid, we would go camping and fishing on the Chester river we used to put in at matapeake Pier. I am sure any video you make will be great

[@brucetifer]

You gotta do what you Gotta do to get the boats in shape and finish up crabbing. Maybe once in a while, you can throw a short out . Just saying you keep making them I’ll keep watching.

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Hey Luke that seal that you put on the outside well that is definitely not where it goes for sure!! It goes towards the inside of the hud and helps keep grease inside the hub and helps to keep water out!!! Then there should be a metal wheel bearing hub cap!! Just saying buddy!!!

[@tann.stone609]

“Good enough for the girls I go out with” 😂😂

[@raymondtapatu7506]

Awesome looking forward to seeing some wicked wonders❤

[@buckrogers2752]

post the 30 second short videos in between

[@jerrybeauchamp2311]

Good luck we will look forward to updates whenever you can make them

[@markroper9269]

Can't wait for the next one......have a good weekend!!

[@fvsoutherngirl]

You too!!

[@lenprice6315]

Oh no, what am I gonna do? I don’t have nothing else to watch. But I understand if that’s what you Gotta do that’s what you gotta do.

[@LoganMartin-dv8mm]

Love your videos and your so down to earth very inspiring

[@andrewwheeler2737]

My first boat motor was a Chrysler 9.9 outboard, I found it in my dads garage up in the rafters. Could never get it to run correctly was a constantly diagnosing and chasing problem. Wouldn’t trade those summers for anything learned everything about small motors form that expirence

[@andrewwheeler2737]

Oh btw those recoils are garbage and impossible to find the spring. You can put tension on the spring and put a tack weld on it

[@samrogerskeeponkeepingon1486]

A buddy of mine had a boat similar to that and he took the top off an old little airplane and put on there to make a cockpit it was badass

[@jonwyatt262]

Make sure the trailer bunk mount isn't putting a fresh water inlet into your boat bottom. Don't start motor when water pump is dry, it wears out the impeller.

[@The.Talent]

If it can hold water and nothing leaks out, it'll do the same in reverse. Probably.