Is Your Refrigerator Running? Almost! - Episode 213 - Acorn to Arabella: Journey of a Wooden Boat

[@chriscockcroft7363]

Love the scene of KP and Steve working in double speed while Grandpa walks away normally. Really cool effect.

[@AcornToArabella]

Ben the time travel wizard!

[@noelnicholls1894]

Really cool

[@andre21198]

I did think that was an effect, i just thought grandpa was slow

[@shaunolinger964]

@@andre21198 🤣🤣

[@crossroadsmequon]

In general, how did you do that Ben?

[@kdmoates]

Great job on the music Ben.

[@alexanderheilman2526]

The commitment and consistency of Steve is so encouraging.

[@ABH313]

Seriously love this channel and the build progress. Gives me something to look forward to every Friday morning. Thank you so much and keep up the good work. 👍

[@AcornToArabella]

Very kind of you, Alan. Thank you!

[@carmenburgos1616]

@@AcornToArabella hi my name is Ivan , using my moms cell … I wish to get involved in making wooden boats …. Can anyone lead me into schools that provide just a basic programs that can cater to Adults with no experience in these Areas …??

[@AcornToArabella]

Where are you in the world? That would be a good start. Also, we don’t get notifications about comment replies, so please email us at [e-mail] so I can recommend a school for you. -Anne

[@ryansmith7772]

George's comments at the end really struck a chord with me. I think many folks are searching for a sense of constancy and a model of perseverance in uncertain and changing conditions. In this sense, AtoA is such a strong metaphor for continuing to be driven by passion, yet also yielding and flexible in the face of change.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you for this thoughtful reflection, Ryan.

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

You took the words from my mouth..thank you for writing them 👍🏼

[@shaunolinger964]

Watching the house roof go together was just.... it brought me to tears. It is SO beautiful! The craftsmanship is absolutely perfect. My meager skills are nothing in comparison... I spent years as a rough heavy construction carpenter where tolerances were "if it's within a quarter inch it's fine... but this has prompted me to pull out my old chisel set and take the time to sharpen them by hand, and start doing some nicer work in our old motorhome. We're refitting it to include space for our daughter, and just because I'm working with scrap materials and plywood doesn't mean I can't do nicer work. Arabella is an inspiration to everyone who sees her, as are the craftspeople working on her. I cannot thank you enough for bringing us along for this incredible journey.

[@AcornToArabella]

That’s very kind, Shaun, thank you! Sounds like a great project, send pictures!

[@dangerrangerlstc]

Nice job of editing there at 5:42 Ben. Grampa and doggo walking away at normal speed and Steve and KP on a speed run. Love the little touches like that.

[@thomasarussellsr]

The perseverance to keep going is why I can't stop watching. Been watching since before the lofting floor went down, and Lord willing, I'll be here for the launch and any content along the journey past that. Thanks for keeping on keeping on. Yeah, as George said at the end of the video, things have changed. We started with two guys building a boat and working their day jobs to afford to do this massive project while sharing it with whoever would watch. Then the channel caught on and spread, even more with the lead keel pour it took off. Now, one of our original guys is gone on to his own thing and we have seen numerous helpers come and go, experienced hands/shipwrights come and help, a pro videographer, a "host", and another shipwright. We've seen guest gatherings and plank parties. Now systems are going in and deck structures are just about ready for decking, the last of the hull planks are ready, and we are definitely past the half way point for sure. I'm wondering if there will be a bung party or if it will be just the two or three folks that are there usually. Guess we'll see. Still loving the channel, Thomas

[@AcornToArabella]

So glad you’re watching and commenting every week, Thomas.

[@AndrexT]

What a lovely episode this one was. I am always late watching the Friday videos, Monday is normally my night. Thanks for the shoutout, Canada eh? It was such an easy journey, I will be there for the launch. Truly an honour to meet Arabella, Steve, KP, Annie, Grandpa Dave and Grandma and all the volunteers and visitors. Also, such a pleasure to cook with Ken. I bought a Pork bone home and got two meals from it! Until the next time, keep up the good work. Andrew (Toronto)

[@AcornToArabella]

Hooray, Andrew! Thank you so much for all your time and talent, and for your beautiful food!

[@kentyhurst7835]

BEN love the editing with grandpa walk in the background while the rest were in high speed sanding mode

[@rodneywroten2994]

I am 70 years old and I do not know when I joined but it was 5 or more years ago. Thanks thanks for sharing

[@AcornToArabella]

And thanks for being here, Rodney!

[@belledetector]

Well said George

[@claudehopper9813]

Been watching since the first episode when they were dropping & milling trees . As a carpenter ( wood butcher ) myself , Steve's abilities has been inspirational . His skills show in the quality of the fit & finish . The refrigerator totally blew me away... well done Skipper!

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers!

[@jeffkeating8994]

About George .Im over 50 and this gives us an enormous encouragement about the younger generation achieving something amazing not just the boat but also the quality of the whole production .And yes the whole challenge that Steve has very much in his grasp.Cheers from Sydney Australia

[@thomasarussellsr]

Agreed. If you look around KZbin you can find many frim the next couple of generations that have the skills and gumption to get things done on their own. I just hope there are enough of them to keep the ball rolling, so to say. I am over 50 as well, and our grandparents' generation was way more productive than our parent's was and so on and so on. As service takes over for industrial as a means for gross domestic product, it seems fewer and fewer people know how to do for themselves. Those of us that do, need to pass this knowledge along to who ever will listen. Unfortunately, it seems, KZbin is the classroom of the future. Taking a young person into your shop and showing them, hands on, how to do things is a dying way to teach in this digital world. I am so happy they have Aaron there learning some skills. Maybe that will encourage some other kids to see what they can go learn hands on.

[@ZenWithKen]

Cold, wet, bruised, bleeding, tired....content, fulfilled, inspired, happy, worth every minute. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnloizos3902]

This refrigerator better be nothing less than EPIC! 😄

[@topicaltv9623]

Love the shot at 6:00 of grandpa walking away at normal speed. Great edit

[@philwomackmhbc]

I enjoyed watching those Yankee Drivers being used…. Cool tool. Memories of Grandpa’s tool chest.

[@CONCERNED1422]

Did Alex show up? Miss him..he was a huge part of the beginnings of this great build. Awesome effort Steve & Co. Amazing dedication and craftsmanship.

[@AcornToArabella]

We didn’t see him this time around but we hear he’s well! Busy times.

[@johndress3063]

Isn't Alex the beginning narrator on most of these videos?

[@AcornToArabella]

Nope, not for a long while now, for at least a couple of years it’s been Ben Fundis.

[@CONCERNED1422]

Ben does a really great job! Like the intros.

[@roberthodge7802]

Max out your freezer you can always thaw what is frozen, frig is for current/fresh stuff. That box really came out nice!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks!

[@avoirdupois1]

9:55 I do love my Yankee Handyman screwdriver from my grandfather. Such a useful tool!

[@samrodian919]

Hey Steve I love watching you use your large Stanly "Yankee" ratchet screwdriver. I've had mine since I started my Apprenticeship as a Church Organ Builder in 1970! (it was a present from my dad as I couldn't afford one lol) it looks as if yours is a little sticky and they can get gummed up. Try giving the two way helix a good sloosh with WD40 and work it up and down until totally free. Then dry it off with rags then a shop air blast, finally a few drops of light oil like 3 IN 1 into the ratchet mechanism and it will be good for another five years or so! Now I've watched all todays episode I will carry on lol. The fridge components look awesome especially the stainless steel (condensers?) and the idea of putting the tubes through with epoxy and making tapping fixings out of epoxy are very sound ideas the control panel is a great thing too, with enough options for cold water or tropical sailing. I love the fridge looks and design and the fact that it's construction is bespoke by yourself is a great testament to your design abilities Steve. Not long now until launch and much to do! See ya next week all!

[@AzraelsTear]

Gramps, Gramp's pup AND Llamas! Ohh, and Arabella... ;) Great video!

[@cosmicinsane516]

Ben has been on a roll with the music lately. It’s always good, but some episodes it really stands out as one of the highlights of the episode. The last 3 or 4 episodes have been some awesome tunes.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks for saying so!

[@stevewebbproductions]

Well said, George. I've been watching this channel since 2018 in far flung Gladstone, Queensland, Australia. Others have said what I want to say, but far more eloquently than I... Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio said... Not just the Spanish Main. The whole ocean ... the whole world. Wherever we want to go, we go. That's what a ship is, you know. Not just a keel and a hull and a deck and sails. That's what a ship needs ... but what a ship is -- what the Arabella really is ... is freedom. Long live your freedom, Steve.

[@davidmspinelli8951]

I've been following the build of Arabella since episode 40 something. I remember vividly binge watching the first few dozen episodes after I found the channel. I can't believe how far she has come and man does she look beautiful! Just try to imagine the first night that you are afloat and away from the dock. Rolling and pitching peacefully with the waves. Laying in your bunk, looking up at the ceiling and you think, "This is mine and I made this!" Yep, it took a lot of help from a ton of people but... The sense of joy and achievement will be incredible! At the same time Steve, boy oh boy there is a lot more gray in your beard then there was when you started this project! Be safe and stay healthy Arabella crew!

[@AcornToArabella]

Wonderful thoughts, thanks for sharing them!

[@Ormek70]

Lovely and deep comment from George !

[@budlvr]

The realization of the scope and magnitude of this project is Daunting to me! It's just inconceivable for most people to commit to anything like this project; keep producing (both the boat and videos); not cut any corners; not sacrifice quality work for speed ! Friday's are the reward we all wait for. Thank you to the entire A to A crew !

[@evildogbilly]

So many KZbin channels peak my interest but become boring after a short while , but not this one , something draws me back, week after week , many thanks from Geelong, Victoria,Australia

[@AcornToArabella]

That is very kind of you, thanks for saying so!

[@barongerhardt]

I like the removable divider. Having a larger refrigerator side seems like the norm in current society but when wanting to spend extended times in remote places, the freezer space is of far greater value. Like so many other things on the boat, you built it, so you know how change it as needs arise.

[@AcornToArabella]

Coastal versus offshore cruising will be the determining on which will come in more handy, and we plan to do a lot of both, eventually, but a great deal of coastal at first.

[@rudywoodcraft9553]

I see Steve's added yet another job description this week--great video

[@talegunner115]

The beams look so good! This boat is looking so magnificent, I really wished I could have come to your open house. The fridge does not cool things. It removes heat! The side effect of that is that it items cool from the loss of heat.

[@AcornToArabella]

Good point!

[@vetteman2920]

That was pretty neat how you and KC were in time lapse and Grandfather and his pup were in teal time. Props to the editor.

[@donstrong6754]

Or maybe grandpa and the pup walk REALLY slow! 😉

[@AdamMelton]

I always look forward to your there-and-then becoming my here-and-now

[@davesublette7447]

Looks more like Lincoln Logs to me, but neither of you is NEAR old enough to remember those!-- Good Work!

[@AcornToArabella]

🙌🏼

[@thomascharlton8545]

It's an honor and very satisfying to be able to follow along on this project. Steve's tenacity is inspiring to all.

[@AcornToArabella]

It’s an honor to have you here, Thomas! Thanks for watching.

[@lincolngrove2808]

Exciting to watch.....Indeed. Good Work.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks!

[@johnmaliskey7951]

I was going to suggest more freezer space because you can add a large Ice Chest Type Refrig. that does either 12v or 110v later on. ..................... enjoy

[@YTisDumb]

Those openings shots with Steve sitting on the bow...

[@christianhenderson5471]

Makes my Friday , thank you again.

[@AcornToArabella]

And you make ours for being here. Thanks, Christian!

[@medickaisu]

I really would have loved to come for the open house. It would have been so cool. Life interfered but my best wishes and algorithm boosting comments are with you.

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers to you!

[@MechanizedMedic]

Always looking forward to Fridays! ✌🏻❤️

[@AcornToArabella]

Aw shucks, Matthew! Thank you!

[@cripplecreeksawmill]

5:34 "how about now?" He didn't miss a beat😁😁😁

[@h2energynow]

Steve and KP what an amazing team. Found the talking about the open house and followers inspiring.

[@marcusdire8057]

I love that you gave Arabella a workbench. :) So useful already, and she is able to build herself (with some "small" help). :D

[@marcusdire8057]

Some of the minor channel updates have me rollin'!! The last line about the entire channel being about Akiva and not really about building a boat. And K.P.'s face at 7:11, they seem to be saying "Why haven't you done this yet!?!" Perfect! :D

[@AcornToArabella]

😁

[@bellevue260]

Love the Yankee screwdriver! Somewhat regret selling mine. Satisfying to watch it work!

[@AcornToArabella]

Yes, and to use. The light clickety click is satisfying.

[@parkertrulock]

Ron Swanson looking over your shoulder during that cut at 20:45 had me cracking up.

[@AcornToArabella]

😁

[@wayphun72]

I can truly appreciate the team Steve has assembled here, this project is in high gear and all the player's moves are now high functioning, super productive and still genuine. This whole thing has come so far!!!

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Frig/Freezer coming along nicely! 👍👍👊👊

[@dreoneful]

This is the project that got me into boat building

[@AcornToArabella]

Wow, awesome! Tell us more! Where do you build and what are you building?

[@milkshakes6850]

okay, the edit where grandpa and the dog walk off, but steve and kp work sped up on the foreground is very visually pleasing

[@irwinhorn4046]

Most ZEN episode yet. Nothing better for a Friday morning. Thanks again for all you guys do to maintain our sanity.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks, Irwin! Happy Friday.

[@pdgpluscreative]

Glad to see the Swanson Pyramid of Greatness.

[@Evergreen1400]

I started watching this channel when the lead pouring video 1st came out, I had no prior knowledge or interest in boat making but this project has been wonderful to watch as it progresses. I’ve learned tons of stuff from these videos and look forward to watching the Arabella hit the water

[@AcornToArabella]

That’s so lovely to hear, Riley, thank you!

[@Evergreen1400]

@@AcornToArabella. No problem. I appreciate everyone who goes into making these videos it’s been really cool watching the journey every week.

[@boboyle421]

I know it is repetitous but when some salt water splashes on deck you will smile at the great job you have done.

[@rickestabrook4987]

Amid all the technical process and progress, It's easy to overlook how thoughtfully excellent the videography is/has been along this journey. Lovely work Steve and team. Congratulations on the success of the open house.

[@AcornToArabella]

That’s very kind, Rick. Thank you.

[@AlexanderBouis]

Amazing progress! BTW never scrape the frost off an evaporator plate. Just rinse it down with warm water! You're putting a drain at the bottom of your icebox, right? Fast and easy!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks for the tip!

[@--Zook--]

5:50, very cool shot.

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Even when there is a lot of activity going on, these are still some of the most relaxing videos to watch. Thank for taking us along on this amazing project.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you for that thought, Matt! Glad you find relaxation here.

[@sagastipean]

All things that matter in life are delivered through grit, resilience, determination, and perseverance. Thank you Steve and team for showing us a true example of those qualities in action every Friday.

[@AcornToArabella]

Cheers, Doug!

[@moonstarer55]

Loving the progress you all have made. Certainly marching forward to your goal. I really like this channel documenting the stage by stage of building Arabella. A fine way to finish my Friday night. Keep up the great work guys.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks for being here!

[@MrCornelius61]

Oh, my friends! You cannot imagine, how much I would like to go there to work on that Bauty! ❤

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Great progress! Almost ready for the roof and hatches to be installed! Sweet! Keep rolling Arabella crew! 👍👍👊👊🛠🛠

[@AcornToArabella]

🙌🏼

[@troubledspirit3328]

Congratulations on the success of the open home. I love the vision and meticulousness of the steps taken to realize that vision. Thank you for another great episode. Well done TEAM

[@sparknflash3]

It has really been an amazing work of art and a love of woodworking. The passion you put into picking the right piece of wood for the right place is fun to watch. Great teamwork on everyone's part. Waiting for launch day

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you very much, Mark!

[@danielburgess7785]

Arabella, the ship of 10,000 jigs. 🙂

[@AcornToArabella]

LOVE IT.

[@karelundberg9523]

It's really fun to see how the boat progresses more and more and that you seem to thrive together, which is perhaps the most important thing. The refrigerator looks very nice but a small detail like that you install wooden moldings. Wood in cold and humid environments easily gets dirty with the accumulation of bacteria and mold. Oil or varnish comes off quite easily after a while. Plastic or stainless steel as an alternative. Otherwise everything looks very nice and I am very impressed.

[@marcryvon]

Good comment but I'd go with the cheap Dollar Stores plastic cutting boards material. This stuff is amailligly tough.

[@bartjohnson8139]

Steve, I trust you experienced, despite the expertise and double checking of all measurements, the appropriate amount of PF (pucker factor) when drilling in the passages for the refrigerant lines! 🤣😂 I really like the threaded epoxy mounting points for the condenser plates, and the adjustable division wall between the freezer and chiller compartments. Because sometimes, more ice cream is the answer!

[@AcornToArabella]

MORE ICE CREAM IS THE ANSWER! Hahah

[@davidc6510]

Great video. Thanks for sharing

[@AcornToArabella]

And thanks for watching, David!

[@juanaq]

big thank you all the people involved in building this dream for sharing your journey with all of us, full of beautifl moments of learning and achievements. thanks steve for your calm and steady pace, this channel is a soothing and empowering oasis in these days.

[@AcornToArabella]

Well put, friend. Thank you for being here and sharing your thoughts!

[@dougtiffany7439]

Having installed MANY system's as a fridge mechanic, i like to install a MOVABLE 1 " thick separator, depending on what you want to freeze and or refrigerator , that way you can change the volume, i.e. you catch a big fish and are low on fresh refrigerated food, so more freezer space is needed. the separator is tight against the side's holding it in place.

[@AcornToArabella]

Yup, we built in the possibility of moving the divider a little later in the episode, too.

[@andrewgilbreath1331]

Steve as a long time follower of A2A man I appreciate your explanations of even the small stuff, now as a 20+ year experienced Refrigeration and A/c service technician you explained the basics of Refrigeration flawlessly. I could not have simplified and said it any better. Though it is much more complex the way you explained it should make perfect sense to even folks with no back ground in that field. The Boat is coming along beautifully y'all keep up the good work. That means you to KP best wishes guys hope you enjoy the summer.

[@TheCloudhopper]

KP is such a great addition to the story of Arabella. Thank you for having them! And George is spot on, the story of Arabella is so captivating, because it is so hard, so daunting. Few of us will ever have the opportunity let alone the sheer gumption to do something like this. Thanks for having us on the journey :-)

[@AcornToArabella]

🙌🏼

[@nigelwalton4769]

What a pleasure to watch. Great progress. Great editing. Thanks for sharing!!

[@Rsama60]

AtA is my standard Friday fixture. It is always amazing to see the progress. 👍👍 About the Lego, I dissagee with KP. You can buy Lego brick boxes with different general assortemnts of stones. At least in my part of the wold and of cousre through the internet.

[@charlesolson9019]

Absolutely you can still buy Lego brick boxes. But I must defend the kits, because they're resulted in a much larger variety of pieces being available. Lego was boring when I was a kid because it was all just rectangular bricks.

[@JBLewis]

We had a blast last Saturday at the open house! We're both looking forward to coming back next year for the launch!

[@AcornToArabella]

Hooray! Thanks for coming, JB!

[@richardedmonds8903]

As always a great episode. It has been fantastic to watch Steve's woodworking skills and knowledge of logging and lumber. I am still hoping that Arabella makes her way to the Great Lakes in the coming years.

[@AcornToArabella]

There are some very beautiful places to cruise there, for sure.

[@gregg6282]

Great input on the fridge Any B

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks, Greg!

[@tomwoodrow5494]

I wish I could have come. Life gets in the way sometimes, but keep up the good work! Success is on the horizon.

[@worldexplorer75]

You were all wonderful hosts! Thanks for letting your fans visit. It is one thing to see the project in a KZbin video, it is amazing to see the project in person. I can't wait to see the next steps.

[@kennethelsbury2857]

Watching now... You picked bandsaw, I was voting router!

[@grantpreston1816]

Would have loved to have come, but hey, other side of the planet here. 😀

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks for watching from way over there, Grant! 😁

[@mytrant]

Darn distracted by the berner, my berner wants to play Back to the boat - looking very good, the time in the water is going to be extra fun with all the work out in

[@obfg2]

Cool effect: Grandpa and the dog at normal speed. Sanding at double(?) time.

[@cyclingbutterbean]

Free build Legos. No there's a blast from the past. Right on KP!

[@kevinmartin3859]

Enjoy the video immensely look forward to your weekly video loved the open house video good luck to you all

[@donaldfuller5041]

What a beautiful vessel!!!

[@AcornToArabella]

Thank you, Donald!

[@kenolson3064]

Expandable freezer, good thinking. There are huge planning differences between weekenders, day sailing, and long voyages.

[@AcornToArabella]

True story, and that was our motivation for sure.

[@matteoregan]

My favorite boat building channel has a new video with a Bernese Mountain Dog in it? You know I'm there! :) Thanks for the vid!

[@AcornToArabella]

That’s Wilson, he’s super sweet and goofy.

[@ElectraFlarefire]

Next time you are at one of those box 'sell everything' stores, have a look at the toy section. You can very much get a big box of assorted LEGO pieces. ('LEGO classic' I think is the series?) There are even silly things like a box of just wheels or just windows! The kind of thing more kids should grow up with and even as an adult they make great molds for casting. :)

[@AcornToArabella]

Neat!

[@Dan6erous]

I'm fascinated by the "rough build" look of the house, compared to the rest of the project.

[@AcornToArabella]

Got it to the point it needed to be… fairing it comes sooner than later now.

[@billgiles3261]

Looking forward Steve you need to start thinking about equipping Arabella. This is costly exercise when you are assembling everything from teaspoons to telescopes (or binoculars) and rugs to radios. Living in England we reckon to pay about £10,000 to be fully equipped. This does not include personal equipment.

[@AcornToArabella]

Oh we’re definitely far along and well past just thinking about equipment. More on all that as time unfolds!

[@pauleohl]

Oh Stevie, compressor does not compress a gas into a liquid. Cool low pressure but still slightly superheated) refrigerant vapor enters the compressor and leaves as a hot high pressure superheated gas, which is condensed into a liquid in the condenser.

[@AcornToArabella]

Thanks!

[@andrewlyke3973]

Another great episode. Keep 'em coming.

[@AcornToArabella]

Will do! 🙌🏼

[@Nick-ye5kk]

Great to see what you guys have been up to. Greetings from Bedfordshire where the sun has just come out.

[@AcornToArabella]

Enjoy that sunshine, Nick!

[@bobstienke178]

Oh that elusive “scouch” more. I’ve looked everywhere for a ruler with that dimension.

[@MegaBait1616]

Always nice to see a few screws driving into a few pieces of wood.... be well.

[@williamschmidt8944]

Yay, it was awesome to see a little Anne in this episode!

[@AcornToArabella]

😁

[@AcornToArabella]

Aw shucks, William, thanks. -Anne

[@haroldmclean3755]

Very good 👍

[@rick91443]

Looked like a wonderful event. At least I caught part of the first day....cheers richard from Normandy