It looks like a Real Catamaran Now - 12.7mtr Complete Catamaran Build Ep195

After a couple of days off following the Epic demoulding and Deck Placement day I headed into work with the full intention to take it easy. How wrong I was. Immediately thrust into a plethora of jobs that need to be tackled just to move forward. Check out the inside of our boat as It Looks like a real Catamaran Now.
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[@nez3009]

Who are the same seven people who click dislike? Why just click it and leave? Why not comment? Scared little children maybe? Well, I think what Ross is doing is awesome. This going to be the best cat on the water when it's done. Ross is improving the original design and making it lighter and stronger. Best boat build ever. I wish there was an option for two thumbs up. I would click both of them every single time.

[@hdlim8753]

I have only two words: envy and admire!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks mate,All good fun.Rossco

[@keithk2926]

That cat is coming along quit nicely,good job 👍

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Keith, gad to see you keeping up to date. Ross

[@belledetector]

Peel-ply Extravaganza - Must have been a very satisfying moment :-)

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Oh yes! I love a good peel ply removal session.Rossco

[@joeplatko7568]

Giving thank for Life on the Hulls.

[@georgejordaan1951]

She is coming together very nicely! Take some rest mate, you have done well!

[@icelandviking1961]

Sitting here eating turkey, cheering you on.

[@SquidoftheD]

Awesome progress, I have the best memories of Christmas holidays as a child at Bateman bay caravan park. Every year for 10 years my parents would load us 4 up and away for 4 weeks, it’s not until I got my own children that I realised the effort it took Mum and Dad and expense, we were far from wealthy. Great memories may luck continue to come your way but your a hard worker and luck seems to find the ones who put it all in.

[@bensonwookey9948]

She is visually AWESOME! Straight out of a Starwars set Rossco. absolutly amazing.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

That is exactly what she looks like Benson.Cheers, Rossco

[@brucebrown4480]

Ross, that is starting to look pretty sweet. Just opening up the window areas made it look that way. Keep up the great work, both on the cat and the videos. The true scale of the size of this cat is also becoming visible.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks 👍 Bruce, really appreciate you watching and commenting mate . Ross

[@nena4215]

Wow Ross, you’ve done so well, millimeters because, yes, you are that good!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Nena, every thing seems to only just fit.

[@jamesbaumann1180]

Looks like a boat. Let's pop it in the water and see if she floats!!👍👍

[@nascar20970]

The cat top reminds me of the American space shuttle. Your work is amazing.

[@grayheadedgamer]

Been here here from the beginning, one of my favorite builds on youtube... EVER!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks buddy

[@rlg847]

Watching you cutting out the rough window openings I can only imagine the satisfaction you get from seeing the progress. Amazing build, will continue to enjoy every step of the way!

[@johnalgar4747]

I sit here astonished at what one driven person can do if they put their mind to it, especially with a little help from their friends here and there. Janet onisde & actively helping is an obvious boon to this project. Lucky chap and well done! So happy to see the two major parts together.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks John.It is a mission for sure,and I am very fortunate to have Janet by my side. Rossco

[@Baj64]

I am so impressed by the sheer size of this endeavor, that I sometimes find myself laughing in amazement watching your videos. Take care of yourself Rossco, don't over do it... ;-)

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

I find myself laughing at the fact that I am in over my head daily.I seem to nut things out every day though and love every minute of it.Thanks Eric Ross.

[@jw-5654]

Hey Rossco, first comment on the channel: been following from episode 1 (in catch up mode bingeing at 2 - 3 videos at a go). I'm learning a lot from your work ethic and skill its inspiring me in my own ongoing boat projects. About 4 years ago, we had an 11 month refit fixing rot and completing upgrades on our own 11m Pelin Launch so we really can relate to this project. From your mates across the ditch, keep up the awesome work and videos, and just maybe we can have a beer and a feed of crayfish some time if you ever make it over to Auckland. Rosco's best saying - "dont put down - put away" - Im trying mate. PS: Even the wife is loving the channel.

[@kcidsirhc1169]

Very cool Rosco. Shes startin to look like a boat now.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Lovin seeing it looking a bit more real now.Rossco

[@dadcanufixit]

Hey Rossco, you made a great job of those lifting tabs mate. Served their purpose and didn’t break, perfect

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

They were as strong as houses as we say Steve.Rossco

[@collingtech1]

spaceship mate, good work as always ,keep the awesome flowing cheers

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks for keeping in contact,really appreciate you taking the time to watch.Ross

[@getoutdoors8868]

What an amazing couple of sessions seeing the hull and deck come together after such a long time apart. ♥️. Love that Ross... Also those Bloody baseball hats and that little button at the top. As a climber I never let peeps wear a baseball cap under their helmets when climbing - they used to ask why? 🤨 I know how much that hurt when the deck dropped onto that point on your hat/skull (it happened to me long ago - Ouch 🙄).

[@thomasbonde2118]

🤪A couple of days off should be plenty mate -- plenty. Get to it… great work Sir

[@weldmachine]

Definitely a Big Job, especially for one man. IF your anything like me ?? It's the Best way to work. Thanks for bringing us along. Peter 👍

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers Peter,love working on my own but occasionsl help is good.Rossco

[@weldmachine]

@@LifeOnTheHulls I must admit, i do get my partner involved in the shop from time to time. Doing it on your own is a Great way to work. But having someone else take some of the load, Definitely makes it a lot less stressful 👍

[@1jeffcan]

Glad you had a break if only a small one. Loving the view out those windows. Take it easy buddy.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

It will be better when we are sitting in Jervis Bay having a beer together Jeffery.

[@medickaisu]

"A clean pull for the next guy" - I think you may be overestimating the number of people with the skills, drive and fortitude required for a task of this herculean nature - Not to mention they have to be batshit crazy to boot.

[@sailinghalcyondaze6848]

That's Crowther not clothed, although it is clothed closed cell, all the best , Paul.😀

[@MrScottr1958]

Looking good!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks mate.

[@normanboyes4983]

Roscoe- how exciting in your new more cramped work environment. I was reflecting how absolutely bullet proof your construction has been - are you aware of the failed bulkheads in the Lagoon 45s? If you want a job doing properly - do it yourself.😀👍⛵️

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Ohh Norman,the cramped conditions go to a whole new level in the coming weeks Thanks for watching.Ross

[@terrystarr3012]

Love your work.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers Terry. Rossco

[@bobstienke178]

Yes, that top is off a snowspeeder from the ice world of Hoth in a Star Wars movie!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

That's exactly what it looks like.

[@timmcnamara17]

Congrats Ross for getting this far. Well, big news, I just bought a 65foot steel monohull and I must say that your channel over the last 2 years has been an inspiration. Looking forward to pass by and say hi at Jervis bay on my way to Brisbane to fit her out…

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Wow, thanks! I am not sure that I want to be responsible for that Tim, I will not be blamed for someone buying a boat, it cold ruin our friendship, Cheers Mate Ross

[@sailinghalcyondaze6848]

Hi Ross, have been watching from the start,love your work. I'm currently rebuilding, inside and out, a clothed windspeed. The two most painstaking jobs over The whole project has been the underside of the bridgedeck (which was some basic repairs and minor fairing,) The other area was all of the ceilings, which were a texture single pack poly, textured to hide the minimal fairing after the original construction. Fairing and sanding above head is an absolute ( insert any profanity you wish in this space..........) .I'm not sure where you are up to in real time, but honestly I would be flipping that deck back over to carry out the bulk of your fairing and painting, let gravity be your friend, not your new nemesis. Would love to be a patrion but I'm sure you understand the pennies

[@chrisskillett8218]

It’s coming on Ross looking good 👍🇬🇧👍😁

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers Chris,

[@matswilliams1058]

That was a challenge! Well done 100% woth some day s off!

[@Aequitas-sailintothesunset]

Looking good Ross , it’s looking like a boat finally , keep up the good work 👍☺️

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks buddy.Rossco

[@peternash6206]

Amazing leap forward young Rossco! Don't be tempted to rush the final run as it will be long and tough (as you well know) but boy what progress Mate. Watching from The Mediterranean.

[@TgWags69]

You should mount a couple safety lines to the peak of the tent. It may not be rated for the load and might collapse the whole thing but I can guarantee that it would be worth slowing a fall and saving you a crippling injury from sliding off that slippery waxed deck. You've worked too hard to risk everything like that. Be safe. Looking forward to seeing you finish the project 👍

[@secretsquirrel6308]

Controlling dust build-up on the walking surface and wearing shoes with a gripping sole would be proper.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Sadly the deck is filthy and I avoid walking anywhere where the deck is smooth and only on the anti slip. Some guard rails would be a great idea though. I will be installing stanchion and lifelines even temporary ones as soon as I can lock the deck down. Rossco

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Vacuuming every day to control any dust as it is super slippery.

[@raybignell]

Nice progress. Look forward to the next instalment

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

More to come Ray, It has been frantic since that day. Ross

[@BuildingSYMistress]

A big change line in the sands Rossco, congrat's mate!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Certainly has changed my perspective Bruce.How are you doing mate.

[@BuildingSYMistress]

@@LifeOnTheHulls Slowly but surely as always this side Ross,... 🐢😁

[@rodbarton2354]

Ross, I love your channel and look forward to each new segment. You are doing such an awesome job!!!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Good onya Rod,I hope there is something of interest for you to keep your interestI really Appreciate you watching.Ross.

[@jeffturner2868]

Way to cool. Congrats. Been here since the beginning

[@1svsoulmate]

It really looks Great Rossco! You deserve a break! You have accomplished so much you should be proud! Thanks for sharing!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks so much Daniel.So great to see you each week .Rossco

[@joeswinny7686]

Great progress Ross. You looked rather precarious on top of the deck - how about a harness fastened to the tent support. Wouldn't like to see you damaged mate.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

I did actually slide from the roof to the bow on day one as the deck was clean and fully waxed.Almost over the edge.Was like a slippery slide Cheers Ross

[@taxman121]

Such a huge step forward. Congrats!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers, Rossco

[@72097077]

looking/great.

[@donr416]

You really lucked out on the wind!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

I feel like a burglar,and stole the only 3 hours of no wind in months.Ross

[@paulnaylor3301]

Hey Ross I always tied a lanyard short on the vacuum cleaner as it committed suicide a few times and rolled off the deck pulling the hose and caused damage .. a pain to do but prevention is better than fixing damage.

[@kev.fwestofireland334]

Great stuff as usual looks amazing. I agree with Eric B. take it easy and don't over do it. Cheers Kev.F

[@eppot1]

:-) Good u did take a litle brake from the boat... and get new will 2 work.!!

[@fonhollohan2908]

You should be very proud of this build, Ross, looks fantastic! looking forward to the future episodes..cheers

[@sailingcitrinesunset4065]

Nice video! I think your going to need some work lights inside the boat which will make it even hotter.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

I am worried about summer, but up till now it is still like winter here, craziest summer ever. Rossco

[@rsrguy]

Fantastic! Congrats.

[@andrevanderheyden7356]

You are a certified boatbuilder now!!!💪💪😍😴🥴😬😨😱😆🥰😘😋😊😉😅🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@WillPittenger]

Happy Thanksgiving.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Will and to you and your family . Ross

[@cw3339]

Way cool, you have done more than anyone else in the time for basically a one man show. Totally awesome!

[@bdphourde]

I am always amazed by the amount of planning required to do all this, especially as practically a one man show! I envision all those future quiet times in the cockpit at anchor watching the sun set, will be spent looking at every corner of the boat and remembering all that labor it required! Two major milestones down and only one to go! Three more years to splash! ;)

[@RoyBlumenthal]

Massive congratulations!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Roy

[@NewZealandPakeha]

Wow keep the roof up high 😆

[@slimdavey100]

The cat has got its hat on impressive Ross can really appreciate how large this project really is

[@nedwphillips2126]

Looking good mate...

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers Ned

[@anthonymorin747]

It’s really fantastic how safety conscious you have been over the course of the whole build

[@feanor3876]

Looks great

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks for watching buddy Rossco

[@cleeshann1928]

It looks Great Rosco! What a good job! Congratulations on the successful demould!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thank you so much 😀Appreciate you watching. Rossco

[@floridasaltlife]

Looking a little precarious out there on the deck, need to find a safer way or you are likely to take a fall. Keep it fun !!

[@Jhovan33]

You really see why these cats go for 300k usd to 2 Million. Tons of work in them.

[@davidallen9526]

Cheers Rossco! Its Thanksgiving here in the U.S. I have the Turkey and all the fixings in the oven now and I just poured a nice glass of bourbon and up pops your video! Great Timing Sir. I'm happy you took a break and got some rest away from this huge undertaking. How's the head? After taking a good blow, it had to be sore. Everything is looking so good Rossco. All of the extreme logistical issues were resolved and it shows. So far everything went without a hitch. Not your average bloke could have pulled that off. Well Done! So a tip of the hat and a drink from the glass to honor your accomplishments thus far. A big hello from St. Louis Missouri USA

[@davelemmen4283]

I really love the lines of the deck and the windows she looks ready to go 200km/u real fast space ship looks 😎 maybe when she is finnish a nice black pinstripe line next to it 👌

[@markbouchard525]

It’s really starting to come together - literally !!! Looking great ! Now since it’s Thanksgiving here in the states today I’ll go have another piece of pumpkin pie to celebrate your achievement !!!

[@sampopfly6284]

Amazing progress. It does truly look like a catamaran now, with those rough window openings in. Some of your camera views really make it feel like you are walking inside the boat, with a "normal" view through the windows. You are building an awesome boat Ross, and I am building a plane (RV-10). However, your project is at a stage where you could "stand at the helm" and make boat noises, and I am still working with mounds of small aluminum parts that need prep, fitment checks, disassembly, priming, then riveting (and I'm a long way from anything that would let me sit in it and make airplane noises). Same spirit of persistent work required, but you are just much further along, and your progress truly inspires me!! Best regards for continued great milestones!

[@sailing.not.dreaming]

Epic

[@LadyDewBuild]

WOW sir! she looks like a boat ;) had to say it lol

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Cheers Donny

[@martinneubert4068]

Very nice Ross You really deserved that brake. Really looking good the work you have done so far. Take care buddy All the best.

[@darinmbicknell]

It's FRREEEEEEEEEEE!

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Haha classic

[@brianstyrczula9466]

WoW

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Brian

[@miksteruk]

Well, it could have been worse if you under engineered the supports. Good work!

[@chascain1]

Another great video...starting to look like a boat !Another aussie i like is a steel hulled one man project...he is down to interior work now.... lighting, controls and plumbing.....beautiful work

[@chascain1]

Sv mystic.....sorry

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Thanks Charlie,yep ,Bruce and I are boat building bros.Grrat you are watching him progressing.He is an absolute perfectionist.Ross

[@chascain1]

I can see why cats have taken over cruising boat trade...the amount of space is amazing...Leo threw in a few bulkhead and was squeezing everything else in...compromising virtually every other room

[@mikestickersm3mxb279]

👍Brilliant and now its coming together

[@ProudMary53]

Looking good Rossco. Are the red bits that are still on parts of the deck pieces from the mould itself???? Cheers Pete

[@ipc1962]

Quiero ver más!!!!! Jajajajaja

[@latitudeash]

Ross you did it, it’s all easy going forward….. if you believe that 🤡😜…. Your 30% complete. The internal takes a lot of effort, as you know.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Yep,that is the truth Ash.Cheers buddy.Ross

[@latitudeash]

@@LifeOnTheHulls you took a hard knock on your head. Hope that’s all ok now for you. Don’t Blair you for easing back into it. It was a bit of a sprint getting the crack unmourned and on the hull. It was very good to see your plan worked, but it was a fight and without the help impossible. Janet was really good on the camera, I think she has found her calling in that area..👍🏼🎬

[@lets_go_see_]

Really great. interested on how you will lower the top half. Jack each side down a bit at a time?

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

That exactly how we did it Jim.It took a bit of time to lower but we got there in the end.Ross

[@lets_go_see_]

@@LifeOnTheHulls fantastic!

[@br5498]

Let the cussing begin! Hahaha 🤣

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Plenty to come but I have been told to tame it down but it is often necessary Ross

[@user-pn6mv4wy7w]

What product are you guys planning to use as a hull liner?

[@drewhodge3820]

What did we do before we had these Multi tools? Slot cuts take a couple of minutes compared to half an hour with a hammer and chisel.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Exactly, they are the most revolutionary and safest tools available although I have killed many of them. Ross

[@drewhodge3820]

@@LifeOnTheHulls I know that feeling. Iv just worn two out. One was mains powered and the other one was battery powered. I still remember having sore hands after using a hacksaw blade with masking tape wrapped round it for a handle. LOL.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Those were the days,youngsters have no idea what we went through.Ross

[@_bodgie]

Would a slitting disk on an angle grinder rip through the glass quickly and more easily instead of the oscillating tool? If it works it may make life much easier.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Yes a diamond wheel is far quicker,but the dust is intolerable.I try to minimise it all costs.Bit harder to get flush with the deck also making more work and a secondary cut and sanding to remove what the grinder leaves behind.Thanks for commenting mate.Rossco

[@_bodgie]

@@LifeOnTheHulls Dust is an absolute bastard. I got a few paltering jobs I need to do around the house but keep putting them off due to dust. Would be even worse with fibreglass dust. Looking forward to the marriage of the deck and the hull.

[@TheadventuresofSherylandPaul]

How good are those Arlec LED lights Ross? I have found them great and cheap. I would hate to empty your vacuum mate.

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

ARLEC Work lights are awesome and fortunately not too much heat.I just chuck the micro cloth filter bags mate,No dust luckily.Rossco

[@TheadventuresofSherylandPaul]

@@LifeOnTheHulls Ok will need to get some of those bags when the time comes. I’ve got to have a look at your composites channel. I will need to build a shower recess from fibreglass. Do you have rain there today? Been pouring here for a week.

[@JohnJohn-cu7nk]

👍

[@finnsailing69]

Does your kärcher vacuum ever need to be cleaned? like the impeller inside the machine etc, becaus every single time that i have had to do anything with my boat, and after i start to vacuum all the crap out, i need to service the vacuum pretty well

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

I clean the vac regularly, but it is Ryobi, I also use the industrial cloth filter bags down to minimal microns that greatly improve the performance and longevity and my health. Ross

[@finnsailing69]

@@LifeOnTheHulls my bad on the brand 🤣

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

@@finnsailing69 Haha, all good buddy

[@rictus7222]

Boat seems a bit smaller than I originally thought it was. Is it larger than SV basic onboard lifestyle boat?

[@LifeOnTheHulls]

Teal and Linh's cat is the same length but about a mtr wider than this one.That gives a feel for the size of this boat.Tgis is 12.7mtr x 6 7mtrs so a Seawind 1260 would be the same as this in fact same original designer

[@rictus7222]

@@LifeOnTheHulls I'm sure it's just the camera; just doesn't do it Justice. I've noticed sometimes the boat just absolutely looks Giant and other times just inadequate size for guys like you and I

[@sherryrogers-byrd6499]

🙂❤❤❤❤❤👍👍

[@robertfulton9852]

Looking good!