New Milestone Reached! Keel Grid Finalised - Ep. 421 RAN Sailing

[@Onelesstraveledby]

Such diligent and clean work! One day you'll sleep well on board, knowing that the attention to detail and craftsmanship prevalent throughout the build will serve you well. When needed the most, all the strength and structural integrity you could ask for will be there! Keep up the great work!

[@steventrostle1825]

Couldn't AGREE MORE> Excellent and professional work. CONGRATULATIONS

[@MattsLindberg]

Regarding your vacuum pump, I assume there is oil in it. As an old cooling mechanic, I would say that the oil becomes saturated with moisture and thus needs to be replaced. Synthetic oil is more sensitive to moisture and binds moisture more. It doesn't have to be a fault with the pump. Just a thought among all expenses👍🏻

[@dfn808]

I'm an armchair fan and have watched every video in this build process, to say I'm in awe of your achievements would be an understatement. We have a tendency to forget our struggles and pain when a goal is reached. I really hope that when you are off on your sailing adventures with this boat that you remember what you went through to create this wonder - and remain extremely proud of yourselves!

[@Mr6599]

So nice to see a couple working so well together, great job you two! Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!

[@VictoriaWargaming]

My wife and I started watching your videos around 5 years ago when she was Diagnosed with cancer. She came to love the show and called it 'The Vera Show' after Vera was born. She passed about 6 weeks ago but I can still feel her presence when I am watching your videos.

[@dutchsinse]

you are both a perfect example of "teamwork makes the dream work" ! MUCH LOVE! This is awesome to watch!

[@cliffstevenson5773]

The keel grid is magnificent.

[@passinthru4328]

Definitely a more challenging laminating project. Lots of 3D complexity. Kudos for plugging away at this in such a well-planned, methodical and I'm sure, under the circumstances, a tiring process.

[@dgordon1844]

Anytime you have a big project, there will be points in it that go slow, and you ultimately hate doing them. It's just how these things go. Stick in there; the fun parts are coming.

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

Preparation is 99% of the job. Tedious, time consuming, but 100% essential. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas 🎅

[@koehl405]

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanks from Florida.

[@timtrampenau3050]

Compartmentalization is the only way to look at such a large project, I applaud how you keep your motivation up. Cheers and happy holidays.

[@kerrymettert8962]

Lots of fiberglass pieces for the stringers. Good job in that process! Love seeing your teamwork approach to the build. 🎄

[@Doug306]

Vacuum pumps tend to have some sort of filter on the exhaust side .... Try to checking if it's blocked ...

[@svdirectorspecial]

The keel grid is one of the most important structures of a sail boat, knowing that you have built it right with have you sleeping better at night, You are doing a fantastic job,

[@brucerazor5202]

I am so impressed with your patience and dedication.

[@teejay7157]

Great video guys. A few of the sailing channels I follow are involved in building or refitting their boats - your's is like watching a work of art take shape.

[@christopherforster6555]

You two are doing a fantastic job and it's looking great.

[@paulreinhard8544]

appreciate how thoughtfully and well planned everything is done!

[@matrixmike4089]

Great to see your commitment and high standards!

[@pkane5472]

So fun to watch the thumbs up counter climb so quickly as I'm watching the show! Your fans truly appreciate all that both of you do to make your productions so fun to watch! Happy Holidays!

[@glenntaylor5638]

The foundation matters so much and one day when you're both standing on the deck you'll know the assurance you've put into your pains-taking build. Superb effort, well done.

[@barbiewarner530]

its so great 2 c it coming this far..ive been watching u 4 ever n 2 c this starting to come inside 2 start ur living area.well done to all ur hard work.cant wait to c her float

[@richardclarke8585]

That you can laugh at yourself when things are tough is a brilliant aspect , merry Christmas 👍

[@sparkyprojects]

For the vac pump, make sure any filters are cleaned or replaced, also ensure oil level is correct My guess is that the epoxy (as a gas) is clogging things up, i almost want to say you need a separate filter in the hose that can easily be replaced, but not sure what is available

[@mikewillis2934]

I admire your perseverance. Happy Christmas

[@RicksterX-92fs]

Love your vids! Interesting content and I like looking for those parallels between life in Finland and that in the US.

[@petegraham1458]

I lived in Northern Alberta in Canada and I can see the long shadows during the day , your almost to the shortest day and things get brighter and so will your energy level. I am impressed with the carful methodical process you employ on this important structural component an excellent result I think and congratulations on your steadfast work ethic to get this done right! Change the oil in your vacuum pump run it once then change it again , both water and off gassing from the resin cure build up overtime and contamination causes issues.

[@jorgelecuona8031]

Great job! Laminators couple of the year😊 very good in the heatting! Temp is the most important fact for epo. When is cold i use: heat gun in the material, warm up the epo in insulatuon oven and low power blankets over the lamination 48 h time. 18 -22 C best cure molecular prosses. Very nice work👍⛵

[@Stefan_the_sailor]

Bravo Malin, Vera and Johan!! God Jul!

[@Tomm9y]

It must very satisfying to know you have done a good job in preparing the keel grid so thoroughly. However, that was a tough week with some long hours of tricky work. Your diesel heater made it possible in those low temperatures.

[@kevinlytle6215]

Congratulations on the transition to the start of the interior. We are all in the same boat with you... The interior and the final rigging for me will be the two phases I most want to experience. Can't wait till Vera gets to try our her new quarters! Be very interesting to see how she decorates it!

[@eriklarsson3188]

Good Jul/Merry Christmas, hope y’all get to have a great Christmas Holiday.

[@BrotherMichaeloftheCross]

I admire your energy and determination and wish you well for the complletion of your ship :)

[@peterbates4696]

Thank you for producing these vids. I design and write software.. I get your sense of satisfaction and relief at the end of a build phase.. particularly if it was long and difficult…. And then you are rewarded with the excitement and anticipation of the next phase. you guys are doing a great job and I understand and respect what you are doing and achieving.

[@ronaldwarren5220]

Most impressive. May God continue to bless you.

[@tedsdroneworld558]

The fact that it’s easier to heat the inside feels like some real progress in an unexpected way.

[@KennyP88]

I have to agree with someone else’s comment that the whole keel grid is so impressive …. that I won’t be surprised, if after it’s complete you add another full layer of glass all around the edge, from the top of the floors up another foot or so on the hull to connect it all and spread the load even more. 😊 Think of how easy it will be to lay down nice flat pieces. 😅 Love your dedication to this project.

[@RD-us7mp]

Merry Christmas!

[@raytruck5799]

Your strength and determination is inspiring. Take the time you need to rest and repair. You have the rest of your life to finish it. That is a huge undertaking!

[@metalab6411]

Are you using a "catch pot" with the vacuum pump? If not, then there's a possibility that some epoxy has gotten in to it. One can diy such a pot easily with a 10cm piece of plastic sewer tube and a two steel plates, with the top one having two hose outer-diameter holes. Plates and hoses can be sealed with the liquorice tape. Also check the oil-level at every prep session. Thumbs up, great project!

[@boomerangfishact6754]

Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

[@danishhotdog]

Äntligen är ni tillbaka!!! God jul på er!"

[@hecdc305]

You do a great job following the old saying: "Plan your work and work your plan." You can be sure that the GRID is super strong and solid. The best decision you made was to use the wood instead of coring material. Thanks for the video.

[@Sarasdad91]

I can't wait to see the interior build. Looking so forward to it. But I have to admit, I do miss seeing the three of you out there on the water traveling the world.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Your dedication to a single task is admirable! Wish we could keep focused on the one thing haha looking nice and strong!

[@rudyhernandez321]

Great show and effort! I too look forward to see you carpentry skills as you built your Ran III.

[@NewSkiwi]

I agree, following this building process is like watching a work of art unfolding. 🎉

[@franktadley1810]

Good work!!!!

[@cuchoschw4834]

Congratulations on completing this important milestone. Merry Christmas to all three of you.

[@williamyamm8803]

All your video are great ! So captivating to see a full built. The progress of the work may seem slow to you but to us it seems very fast. It's gonna be an amazing boat ! Hello from France

[@Cmoredebris]

As always, great to watch your meticulous workmanship. Merry Christmas and Happy New Boat Building Year.

[@matswilliams1058]

Great work and your attention to details! God Jul!🎄

[@donb4386]

So boat projects take longer than expected! Who knew! My sense is anyone who owns a boat. No need to be apologetic for the pace of the build. I’m amazed at the progress you’ve made. It’s enlightening to see the detail required in the structure of these vessels. All of that said 17 hour days is way too much. Take some time to enjoy life and take care of yourselves too. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@roberthansen329]

Great job , and a hard one. It will be a great boat when you are finished.

[@markS5780]

Can't wait to see the next phase taking shape.

[@DeniusZZR]

wow what a milestone!

[@jonhansen100]

Keel Grid ✅ Now she has a strong backbone. Merry Christmas to all ! 🎅🤶

[@victorroios]

Incredible work! Congratulations and Merry Christmas ☺

[@fred-sy3ci]

Always nice to watch, god jul 🎄

[@bashaldermans3311]

Unbelievable! I watch a lot of youtube refitting and building a boat, and í'm working on my second boat, but the work, details, craftmanship and more is unbelievable! You both are the best! keep up, i'll love to watch this every friday!

[@PAINFOOL13]

More good progress. Merry Christmas 🎄☃️🎉

[@juliedouglas2888]

Great job guys, well done.

[@Kntryhart]

20:43 Try an oil change on the vacuum pump...quite important to do that frequently.

[@Rubinho1977]

It s always difficult to evaluate all the preparation time before acting, but when we see all the cutting, pieces… you prepared before laminating, everybody can understand that building this boat takes lot of time ! Take your time, each step is a progress. Many thanks for sharing, and god jul from’🇫🇷

[@tommcdonagh6403]

heroic effort!

[@Alain-c1t]

Very very nice work . Alain ( Paris ) ❤

[@MichaelSellery-k6o]

Looks like you have close to 100 videos (2-years) that document your build -- congratulations for reaching this milestone in the build!!!

[@paraweir]

The two of you, sorry... three, are fantastic. The work and effort you put in is astounding...

[@Doc-s7w]

Thank you RAN for 421...

[@robinhodgkinson]

Someday someone’s going to buy the best built boat in Sweden! Love your work.

[@MatthewWright-y9t]

Fun to watch the progress and consider all the work and many many steps going into everything. Strong work man

[@danielorr2972]

Great milestone! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!

[@dianereed9364]

So happy to hear you’re moving on to the interior build; more interesting things ahead for you after all that lamination! Merry Christmas!! 🎄🎄

[@davidbroman8391]

God jul och gott nut år. (in my poor Swedish). Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!⛵️🥂🍾

[@Paulookingatyou]

Great video and interesting 😊 wishing you a very merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@meganote]

Congrats on finishing another build phase! This is gonna be a very solid boat!

[@richardsybrandy1]

You won’t regret doing it right. Keep plowing on! Your daughter MUST remain safe.😍

[@markhuston9250]

Best of the season to you guys. It’s always enjoyable watching you progress - no matter the job. 🇨🇦

[@johncollins5021]

All good part of the process.

[@judithshure3928]

You two are an amazing team! I am fascinated and learning a lot about boat building. Will you please explain the limber holes to us?

[@deerfootnz]

You guys are doing a top class job. If only all the boats I have delivered were built to this standard.

[@tomheim8976]

It still fun to watch you as you build your BIG boat!!

[@hansrutten3310]

Just one word ... SUPER! Meery Christmas and happy produce-full 2025! 😍😍😍

[@claudeross126]

Congratulations on your weekly project

[@jimstone2669]

Good job hard work brings BIG REWORDS and you deserve a BIG reward. I hope you and your family have a great holiday seasonjn

[@chrispurkiss8257]

Couple of suggestions. 1)Have a sheet of plastic or cardboard you can take to the job with you to act as saturation table. 2). You can buy tapes of various widths. Much easier to cut than cutting them out of a full roll. 3) would compression roller over peel ply be good enough? How much are you gaining from vacuum bagging?

[@geordielaird7505]

looking good well done

[@luclachapelle3499]

Well done !

[@paulmaskill3138]

brilliant vlog cant wait till the next chapter merry xmas and a fruitful new year

[@roberthansen329]

Beas wax plugs in the limber holes , then melt it out with a heat gun.

[@ianmaccormac]

Seeming to get all sorts moving forward which must be what you are aiming for. Great! Cheers from Ian in Blackpool.

[@davidallen9526]

CONGRATULATIONS!! A milestone to be sure.

[@finstrand]

God jul och gott nytt år !

[@paulbadger6336]

Well done 👍

[@5fingers1]

thanks for all the videos and happy Christmas 👍

[@tymanot]

Endurance will win. Merry Christmas.

[@derricklahaie2357]

thanks for sharing

[@davidhtims]

Trying to help with this comment on bagging for vacuuming. No criticism. When you place the perimeter sealing butyl tape, every where there is a change of direction add a 1 inch pleat and carry the pleat across the whole area. Leaves a bit of slack under vacuum. Guarantees voids are pressed harder.

[@RANSailing]

We use pleats, but haven’t tried to put them in the corners. That’s something I will try next time. Thanks for the suggestion and tips! Cheers

[@derov4132]

Bravissimi, e complimenti! Colgo l'occasione di farvi gli auguri a voi e ai vostri famigliari per un felice Natale in serenità! Ciao dalle Dolomiti. 👍👍👍Ps vi seguo da sempre.