Major surgery on aluminum boat.

Long video with a ton of aluminum fabrication.
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[@mykalmcb]

I am 100% certain the owner will not understand the beautiful craftsmanship that went into this project. Thank you for sharing.

[@ObservationofLimits]

Of course not. Because the owner is the State. But given the condition of the boat, I don't think whatever clown has been running it up on rocks will understand either.

[@johnshaft5613]

It is very impressive the wide range of jobs that you not only complete, but do very well. I've learned a lot from your channel already. Thank you!

[@Nick-ih5em]

I agree John, he is very knowledgeable and a damn good welder/fabricator/machinist.

[@husmanraceengineering]

I’ve owned my own shop for 25 years now. We do similar repairs. Let me make one suggestion. Step up and get one tank of Hot gas for the Tig welders on heavier plate. Hot gas is Helium/Argon mix. It’s a tad bit more expensive but it pays vs tripping breakers and or preheating. Excellent job and skills! I’d hire you in my shop any day.

[@blazer8049]

your right on with the helium mix plus it saves the torch too

[@wolfparty4234]

I was going to say pretty much the same thing 😂💪🏼👍🏻

[@kenw8875]

50Ar/50He for 1/4+ Ally, all day long. also, could use 100He for DC TIG.

[@kennethjanosick5939]

You do good work bro I'll be watching a lot more of your videos I lOVE THE OVER KILL MAN I'm all about that a little bit more money the first time a little bit more time the first time do it once do it right and customers with the advertising for you I like that you take pride in your work nice tools nice shop you nice guy I am all about doing it right the first time and taking pride in my work let me tell you something I noticed by taking a little bit more time on something meaning I do things slower than other people but it is done right the first time and that's what I love no comebacks I can't say that for a lot of all the shop. They're meeting welding automotive repair Marine repair I've done it all jack of all trades I've had my entire life stolen from me but you can't take incredible talent from me the boy does that piss people off

[@kennethjanosick5939]

I put a 20 amp breaker in in and call it a day

[@patdickinson6214]

As an old welder, I really enjoy the variety of jobs you take on. Young people can learn a lot from watching you. Keep up the good work!

[@gotcheese9163]

This guy does excellent work. Hard work and experience pays off.

[@ypaulbrown]

gotta love dirty aluminum boats. I once had to repair a riveted Tracker boat, with 200 broken rivets......and it was painted inside and out.....removing the paint was the hard part...then I had to make a custom color to repaint......fun fun fun..... Greg, you are amazing in all the things you tackle... best regards from Florida, Paul

[@OFW]

Thank you Paul!

[@robclawson2931]

Your engineering and welding process is top notch ,Your skills and perfectionism again shows just like every project you do.Great content

[@umadbra]

Not really perfectionist... He had to make things work due to lack of forethought. Plenty of mistakes during his build and had to think of others ways to make it work and but having to start over.

[@tankerm11982]

@@umadbra I am guessing you are the Supreme Welder certified in everything. The one who taught Lincoln And Miller how to make welders to your specs.The one who wrote the book on welding. But most likely couldn't Soldier a copper pipe.And most likely thought Flux was for taking personal matters in hand

[@umadbra]

@@tankerm11982 I showed Lincoln how to make his machines. What's your point? You suck at welding? That's a given with your butthurt comment.

[@elimgarak1127]

Drags and whips into a push and whip. Top notch? My guy can't even put a respirator on for those killer fumes. Aluminum is not something you should take a whiff of.

[@jojorumbles8749]

As an apprentice, I love these videos. I learn something new every video, and applying some of it at work makes me shine over my fellow apprentices.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

2-3 things Govt job, they pay good!!! It was nice that they brought it to you, you could work in your own shop I was looking forward to seeing you standing on your head to fix those cracks from the inside. You didn’t disappoint. Thank you Sir

[@tenthousanddays2103]

As one must say "That ain't goin no where". Nice job, big improvements are always satisfying.

[@DenHvideHund]

Great job. Not only a repair but a design improvement.

[@Jcreek201]

I love how absolutely corny and forced the KZbin-mandated “Hey guys, welcome back!” sounds every single time. Makes the whole channel seem so much more genuine and grassroots and not just another over-produced content factory of a welding channel. Love your videos man, keep it real.

[@steveanderson4768]

10 years in the Navy on two different repair ships so I got to see a lot of repairs done on all different types of ships and you really do a really good job love watching the contract but what I like most is your explaining stuff such a way that it’s easy to understand

[@marleyboy7732]

Brings back memories when I was in school for welding. It didnt seem like work to me. It was too fun. But unfortunately I wasnt blessed with good math skills & blue print readings. That killed it for me. I can weld with the best. But as far as specs goes. It stinks! This was so cool to watch.

[@MuddydogAdventures]

I love that just about every step of this build beside the welding included the use of WD 40

[@digitalfantazia3953]

Agreed re the wd40..I was using bath soap to lubricate the flapper disks. I'll try wd40.

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

Nice work! Thanks for all the pointers along the way. You are a master of your craft👍

[@raycollington4310]

This was a beautiful rebuild job. If the US Navy see this you might be fixing much bigger boats. You are a gifted artist with a welder Sir. Thank you.

[@osiris829]

The LCAC world would be very happy with his skills.

[@tommyp4728]

hate the world where you arent paid better than influencers. the skill set is wide and the quality is the best.

[@wormkillerdan6486]

Beautiful work Greg, really enjoy your videos you always show the process, the issues and the results. In this case the honey wagon has and ass end that will outlive the front end! Be well, Have fun! Thanks!

[@rknudson1407]

awesome video.. I sure do miss working in a metal fabrication shop and have free access to hydraulic press break and shears.. working there also got me into welding (not professionally) I was the jack of all trades stuffing acoustical insulation into generator enclosures, groundskeeper, janitor, building maintenance and fabricator.. I had a great time when I was younger..

[@johnmsklenar4364]

Greg, your thought to fix a problem and workmanship are superb.

[@DougT25427]

Damn good work. The attention to detail is remarkable. So many shops would have cut some corners on this project. Its nice to see what a good craftsman can do.

[@TheMichiganshooter]

I don't see that lasting more than a couple hundred years. Well done!

[@br4nd0nh347]

At least the part he worked on.

[@SilvaDreams]

Never underestimate the power of stupid. The same idiot(s) that did that bang up job on it are just going to fuck up that good repair in no time.

[@mtollmaster3747]

Wow. A lot of work. I just hate aluminum mostly because I have refused to get enough experience with it. Fantastic, we’ll thought out work. That would be a $5000 upgrade from the factory! And after 35 years of fab and welding I’ve learned some pretty cool tricks, but the WD40 on the sanding disc was primo! 👍 Thanks!

[@aaabbott1383]

They also make stearate matrix flap wheels for aluminum that won't load up FYI. Usually green.

[@ronpatterson5483]

So neat to watch problem, diagnose , & repair. Great informative videos.

[@lerkzor]

If it's worth building, it's worth overbuilding. Nicely done, that should last a long time.

[@D4no00]

If it's worth overbuilding, then it's worth making it perfect.

[@cameronmoffatt4567]

You sir are at the top of the game.

[@edjeep]

loved the detailed use of the spool gun and video!!.. I have a spool gun for 20 years, but used it only once, lol. since retired and seeing this video, my interest in using it just grew...!!!

[@vicchiapetta4166]

That was absolutely awesome, Greg!! Very well thought out and implemented!! Thanks again, Vic!!!

[@wookieecantina]

Good Lord, man, you're a true artist! Absolutely stunning work and exceptionally well thought out. WOW!

[@tacoma50]

Excellent job, my only suggestion to help you is to get a portable bead blaster for cleaning up your surfaces to make it easier on you.

[@metatechhd]

👏🎯💡 Your versatility and expertise in tackling such a wide range of jobs is truly impressive! It's amazing how much knowledge one can gain from your channel. I've learned so much already, and I'm grateful for the insights and valuable information you provide. Thank you for consistently delivering engaging and educational content. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@rapturebound197]

Came by this channel by accident.. stayed because it looked intriguing..quite interesting..and it was. Built to last with beautiful workmanship. I learned some things and that's always a plus. Thanx! I'm hooked to watch more. ✅ Subscribed.

[@vinnyhern]

great job! the step looks perfect, exactly what I was thinking before you actually did it.

[@TwiztidPain]

been welding since 2005 just learned something new with aluminum wd40 and a grinder

[@CL-yp1bs]

I love those sleeves you put in there! Great idea, and the step looks good cosmetically. All in all very impressive, this is finally stout enough to support that massive outboard engine... thats a big ass outboard!

[@browill9]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching your video. Awesome job. Thanks for sharing. GBU

[@Mike-Honcho-]

Fabricator, welder, machinist, where do your skills stop. Great work my man! Thank you for sharing.

[@FishyBoi1337]

I actually really like the look of how you tied in that step! Very organic, also would probably make a good grabbing point for getting close, but I'm imagining being in full scuba gear in open ocean or somethin that this boat will probably never be used for 😅

[@Gottenhimfella]

I hope it's not intended for use in salt water in any form. Stainless does not play nicely in contact with aluminium when chloride (eg sea salt) deposits are involved.

[@Pwills]

A nice long video I really enjoyed watching that thanks for sharing it with us 👍🇬🇧

[@johnbichell8023]

Another outstanding repair. Well thought out upgrades. Professional finishes. True skilled technician/craftsman.

[@salmonhunter7414]

Thanks for taking the time to show how it is done. Looks like they really backed into something.

[@mikec6831]

Seriously upgraded transom bracket! Looks like it will outlast the rest of the boat, thanks for sharing.

[@larsvegas1505]

rest of the boat will prob last another 2 years.. so id say yes! they should give these guys a all pe boat with a 4hp on there for how they treat theirs..

[@rudyrivera7426]

Job! Well done . As always! Thanks for sharing! 👌👍

[@walterferguson9323]

You do good craftsmanship fabrication. Fabucaters don't make mistakes they adapt and overcome obstacles. As you did on this project keep up the videos and I wish you the best in everything you do.

[@dmathis52]

Unbelievable job. The skills show thru each step, including some rethinking…. Thank YOU!

[@thomas4844]

Love the longer videos and a great job with aluminum.

[@jkutyna]

Who the bloody hell decided to put a step on the starboard side of the stern there, the same damn side that has the unified hose structure heading from the outboard into the boat hull?

[@goboyz8016]

Great Job. Enjoyed your work very much. Learned a lot.

[@robertbaird2005]

I just did the same job on a 28'x10' decked barge. To overcome the transom board problem I sandwiched three 5/16" aluminum plates with two peices of 1" treated plywood and welded the assembly water tight to avoid any point pull or vibration on the motor mount bolts. The plywood acts as spring lock washer. It worked well for me. Very talented, great video

[@north-cq8wo]

I enjoy watching you work!

[@williamthomas9463]

Excellent work! One useful tip: when you wanted to drill the engine mounting holes square to the plate assembly, clamp a piece of 3/8 or 1/2” steel plate to the face of the assembly and use your mag drill. Annular Cutters also work great on aluminum.

[@Tadhakes67]

Fantastic job!!! You're proud of this project

[@wmweekendwarrior1166]

My two favorite stuff, boats and metal fab. Great video.

[@rayboucher479]

My buddies father was a welder at work with us and is in very bad shape just in time for retirement. Welded all his life and they do not think he will live another 6 months. Every unit at work had their own weld shop with exhaust equipment and they are huge part of the maintenance shop yet our industrial hygiene shut all the unit weld shops down and it is only allowed in the main welding shop with huge exhaust extraction equipment and they have access to supplied breathing equipment . Good health is priceless so take all the precautions you can especially if you have a family.

[@joehirschegger7723]

Wow, that was cool! I would love to see an in mask view of your weld technique.

[@robertlacob8831]

Great job guys! You are tops in your field as far as I'm concerned.

[@423skatkat]

I love watching your videos. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@AddictedtoProjects]

Awesome and very meticulous job as always. You never dissapoint :) If I had to mention something very small, it would be this: Don't let your drive for perfection drive you too far in taking care of every little detail. Looking at the state of the boat, I don't think they'll care very much about how "good" things look. If it was a fishing boat, or somebody's yacht, yeah, I get it. But this thing pumps poop. 😅

[@geostawny]

If your a skilled mechanic doing every job to your standard is important

[@richardcox7330]

Nice and clean , good work ,now your got a date in New York,good luck.😊

[@stillraven9415]

Never underestimate the determination of minimum wage employees ability to destroy a well made product. Looks like the think that is a bumper boat.

[@marshallguerra1353]

Great craftsmanship!!!! Quality job.

[@bohhica1]

While working aircraft we called them hog hair grinders, worked great. Great job!

[@gullreefclub]

In the automotive/truck repair industry we call them Oatmeal Cookies

[@TennSeven]

I always learn so much on these videos! TIL about using a spool gun for aluminum welding.

[@benhowe5506]

great video!!, i love your attention to detail. the end result is a fantastic very strong transome that looks great too. very impressive work.

[@gliderider7077]

I wouldn’t want those welds blended! I love seeing great welds like that

[@PhotoArtBrussels]

Great work; it seems with all the failure points that that boat was not built for such a huge and heavy engine!?

[@ObservationofLimits]

Probably not. I bet the transom plate only has it rated for maybe 80-100. Someone got out of hand. Spending taxpayer money. Given how absolutely beat up the hull was, I have a feeling the guy who drives it convinced the state it needed that overkill motor.

[@Blake_V]

Ya, betting it originally had like a 115 or 150hp (3-400lb) engine but had issues getting on plain with that probably 1000lb tank when full. So they overpowered it with that 225hp 650lb unit.

[@pimpnick4920]

I was going to modify an aluminum boat. I could never sell it or get insurance bc the hull is rated for x horse power. If you ever were in an accident the coast guard would fine you.

[@OO-xc7zg]

Nice work! Well done, you nailed it! 👍👍

[@lpsowns]

Haha, I've worked in parks before and they for sure have first timers on that boat every year! Who else wants to be on outhouse detail ;)

[@kendiddley9377]

Absolute beaut of a job there! The transom will be the best looking part of the entire rig now.

[@roro5150]

We need to grow the trades and support all the craftsmen out there. Excellent work

[@seansysig]

Nice very solid repair! Appreciated your honesty with the sleeve fabrication. Didn’t see the load spreading plate installed. Just a tip from a retired boat fabricator, if you make a cardboard template of your swim deck to bring to the metal fab shop it removes errors. They can’t say you gave them the wrong measurements. They obviously didn’t make allowances for the folded edges. Also a center brace would prevent flexing between mounting points.

[@philipporteus5557]

I love your work one question why not put the boarding ladder on the port to avoid the tripping hazard on the starboard ?

[@110welding]

Very nice workmanship !!!

[@user-il1ee4bn1t]

Excellent job, very clever on the swing step side. gives the swimmer an extra grab handle now.

[@jakejacobson2999]

Awesome man! I’ve always been intrigued by welding since a child. But only have done basic mig steel and dabbled with tig. Haven’t been told I do have a natural touch… with being a carpenter/craftsman by trade I’ve recently wanted to buy a new welder and get some hours in practicing then tackle trying to build a mini jet boat.. this video makes me want to even more lol. Fantastic work brother

[@donsmith9081]

Beautiful work as always brother!

[@Dibulok]

I learned A LOT from this video, thank you! 😁🇸🇪

[@tigxxl]

Realy nice overbild!!! :D Awsam fix and realy nice wealding! Greatings from Poland.

[@anonymouscoward7559]

Very good job, the design,bending and wielding.

[@davemaccarter64]

Difficult job nicely done. First class channel you have here. Congrats.

[@gregwells2331]

amazing craftsmanship! Customer must be very pleased

[@PontiacLS]

Wow man you do such a beautiful work you are a true Craftsman.

[@rolliekindvall7720]

Beautiful welding and video taping !!!

[@randynewtonsr9659]

Man I love your videos and your channel, very informative and super interesting 👍😊

[@thiodorchalkias8906]

Very pretty job!!! Nice video!!! Thanks for sharing!!!! The only problem with this support bracket is if the owner desire for any reason to change the outboard engine!!! The other shall have different holes!!!! Have good time every time!!!! Best regards from Hellas (Greece)

[@mikoschannel6413]

Super impressed with the quality of your work. Pretty cool, the way you use the Tig Footswitch pedal with your knee.

[@uther10]

Really cool project thanks for sharing!

[@user-il8fb9fp6w]

Love your videos, man. You're very talented, dude.

[@jonviol]

Just fascinating content -absorbing top job . Thanks for uploading . Jonny UK

[@justinmize4316]

Dang ole son, your a great welder and fabricator.. impressive

[@scottcates]

Holy Smokes! That press brake work was phenomenal, too.

[@Bobbybooboo505]

Absolutely immaculate work..pure craftsmanship..

[@MostlyPosative-nj5ex]

It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere and in this video it happens to be on the bald spot on top of your head. Time for a cold one. Great work.

[@randycordes464]

You did a awesome job on fixing that making it with thicker aluminum

[@JohnChuprun]

Bravo!! That little tube mistake looks like it could be a nice grab handle when getting out of the water. Thanks for sharing.

[@victorjeffers1993]

Top notch job you did an outstanding job !

[@augienajera642]

Just Bad A.. as always!!! Once again kicking A.. on the fab work!!!!!

[@scottw5253]

Man...when I heard that, "crackle, crackle, crackle, crackle..." I knew I didn't even need to see the weld to know it was a sexy one. People think I'm nuts but I LOVE MIG welding aluminum. I freakin love it. It's the one type of welding I can say I've actually mastered. That rhythmic, "crackle, crackle, crackle," makes me smile every time.

[@TIREDOFEVIL]

Damn boy, outstanding vision looking forward.

[@guymcneill1711]

Your videos are great you really know what you’re doing and I love the fact that your videos are long keep up the good work Guy SD Cal