Let's Breakdown Our Hardtop COSTS $$$ - Onboard Lifestyle ep.155

[@mikeingham102]

Love Emma's cameo appearances.

[@howardmann7461]

5/11

[@edwardcassel3789]

You know Teal, I recommend people watch you're vids because you guys do such great work. I have been watching you guys long before you left and I find that you are a great craftsman in all you're projects. Ok maybe it's just the ones you are filming. lol And Lynn fixes the most wonderful dishes. Makes my mouth water every time I watch her fix ya'll something to eat! Keep them coming guys. May God bless you and keep you all safe on you're journeys.

[@dion6146]

Money well spent! I can't believe that any contractor would do nearly as well as Teal. He has such an eye for detail and skill. Emma "video bombing" was hilarious. SV Basik crew are always a joy to see.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Dion!

[@MrJerobona]

Thank you for sharing all those costs and time information! It is really helpful! All sailing channels should do this!

[@ronnchase4872]

Emma, I’m barely into the video and I had to stop and give you a shout out. What a hoot! Your popping up in the background made me snort coffee up my nose. Funny, funny, funny! What a neat addition to the video. Your a cool and whacky kid. I love it! Ok, back to the video.

[@markst-onge1109]

Teel you shouldn’t even have to explain yourself on how long it took, quality work takes time. It’s also much more rewarding when you look at the final product when it’s well done and completed to your satisfaction. Just look at your boat, it’s almost like a work of art. The level of details exceeds the details out of a new production catamaran. Thanks for sharing your journey with us, and l truly enjoy waiting each and every video.

[@waynemcphail7825]

As a boat owner of power boats from 61' to now 42', your boat expenses are really in line. But above all, your quality of workman ship and design are beyond belief!!!!

[@brianswanland5466]

Sailing Nahoa had a video where they spent a lot of money on a hard top that was so poorly done they had to rip it off and start over. A labor of love is worth every penny.

[@trazzlotinkerboltz5684]

Yes! I was going to say that. They actually had to do the project 3 times before they had a successful hardtop put on their catamaran. The first fell apart due to poor workmanship. The second failed due to personal issues with the worker. The third was by a professional team, and worked out splendidly. But, real issues can arise when hiring workers and SV Basik crew avoids all of that. It would be great to know what Sailing Nahoa spent in comparison. It also sounded like it took a lot of time due to the restarts. How much money is all that irritation and anxiety worth? They even said it almost broke them of their sailing dreams. I am glad they continued on, they have a good channel as well. Those sounded like really hard days all because of the hard top.

[@MikeHarrison3266]

Is it me, I found Emma's head popping into shot hilarious.

[@saltbeltupstateny4857]

Emma reminds me of my youngest daughter at that age, she’s 42 now and still a little bit goofy🥴

[@raymondthomas8080]

That's Emma's way of saying "Where's Waldo?" or in this case Emma!!

[@projectblue1751]

I agree she should have stick tongue 😜

[@timwilliams3919]

EMMA, You rock! I love where you are taking the channel!!

[@doughuffine9357]

Teal, you are a true craftsman, sir. It’s a pleasure watching your attention to detail. You are a beautiful family . Thank you for sharing.

[@tazziboy7]

Team Basic! Onboard lifestyle! Inspirational family! As always great content! Thanks 😊

[@dougford5691]

Love the detail. Very interesting. Time to break camp and start your adventures. The Sea of Cortez is awaiting!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

We Can't wait!

[@Daniel-lf3vj]

Wow wonderful breakdown, Im a professional craftsmen and judging your high quality of craftsmanship , in order to have paid a private contractor for the quality you provided the labor on the hard top alone would have cost at least $30,000 . Any amount less would have reflected in the quality, also the way you tied it into the existing top of your cat would not have been done with out an additional upcharge of $10,000. 25 years experience charging $100 an hour and I can only hope to aspire to the quality you both Lovingly gave to your home. My wife and I acquired our Sailboat last year and will be spending the next few years doing similar upgrades and I thank you very much for sharing your work with the world and will be referencing your build time and time again as we tackle our projects.

[@nena4215]

I loved the part where Emma lifted her head slowly from the dingy! Well, you’ve got a beautiful custom top, that alone would be more than you’ve spent. We spent more than that and we are just a houseboat on a lake, and we did most of the work ourselves, so you’re sitting pretty good! Thanks for the episode

[@graemerichardson4825]

Great result and excellent value for the money spent on the hard top. Good job guys!

[@christopherrichards864]

Watching this episode, it was a case of... Where will Emma appear next.. BRILLIANT!! 😂

[@davidbailey4224]

Love Emma playing "Where's Waldo"! Hardtop materials came in about $1.2K under my guess. Well done. Fully expected you to end up with negative build days. Good save!

[@markeichman5032]

You guys are great! Keep doing what you do. We adore your channel 😉😉😉😉

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thank you! Will do!

[@roscoejones4515]

It's not impossible to think you could find someone else to do your quality level of work, but it would be tough, and very expensive. Your plan was really the only way forward. Seems like money well spent, very well done you guys!👍

[@kevbjork1]

Time management, it's tough! Since I retired people have asked me what I do all day. I say, 'I don't know, but it takes me all day to do it.' I don't know how I ever had time to work! LOL.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Love that!

[@cnc75adventures49]

Bottom line it turned out better than anyone else could of done! It was built with love and home is where you share the love priceless it looks awesome just like your channel 👍👍

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Yes! Thank you!

[@wesleywillard]

I think you did great. Not to mentioned the added experience gained ontop of what you already knew. Absolutely fantastic 🤙🏼

[@keithvanbrunt6721]

Racing Sailors i knew referenced their costs in units. It made them feel better. Your 166 days only cost 13 units. And you all did an excellent job on that top.

[@tearsinthesun799]

Mate you guys don’t need to explain why you took so long, we love watching you work cook and explore, you make us laugh and cry, we love you guys thanks for all the memories......

[@edwardking7283]

Hey guys, good to meet you on Saturday Teal. I've been thinking about your wind question. If you haven't already, see if they would be willing to move you guys to an inside end tie at D dock if you fit. Better sheltered for sure and another set of facilities at the clubhouse there.

[@projectblue1751]

That's not so bad guys! Looking good.

[@SLJanis1165]

Great idea summarizing your time spent on the hard and the total cost of of all your projects. Viewing your weekly Vlogs I did not realize almost 6 months had passed. Enjoy your time touring San Francisco Bay.

[@ferrumequus88]

Greetings from Macau. I love you guys. I am happy to see a funny, well behaved and organized family. Keep up your work. Always happy to learn something new from you. Please keep releasing new weekly video. Take care and keep sailing safely. Cheers..👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@brandonstews238]

Thank you for sharing your life! Little bit jelly.......

[@Capfka]

Well, I never thought for a minute that you spent all that time working. Why should you? It's your time, it's your money You don't need to justify it. But the justification was interesting! And the videos are just great so time spent on those is time well-spent! Great stuff, guys.

[@lonepalmisland]

This is your life, this is your home...there is absolutely NO reason to have to justify the cost of improving and maintaining your home...I'm just glad you allowed me to come along for the ride...what you have created is comparable to any mansion sitting on the side of a hill overlooking the bay...you just have a much larger pool in the backyard...great job...now let's go cruising...

[@genewaddlerandomstuff2122]

I don't think they were trying to justify the cost, just answering the inevitable questions from at least 50 people demanding to know stuff that's none of their business. 🙂

[@pollymonopoly8803]

Hey SV Basik. Have you guys ever heard of the Clamptite? I treated myself to one after I saw how useful it was on Max Egorov’s channel. I got the marine version (CLT01L) in January and can’t believe I didn’t get one sooner! I can’t live without it! I know how resourceful you guys are and how you like to be able to fix anything anywhere anytime. Just thought I’d share with you my new favorite tool in case you hadn’t heard about it. I sure hadn’t! Planning on eventually upgrading to the commercial or even industrial models for even heavier applications with thicker wire. They’re not cheap but they’re virtually indestructible and will last a lifetime. I have been eternally grateful to you guys ever since you put me onto diesel heaters so I just thought I’d reciprocate with this recommendation. The video which inspired the purchase is linked below. Love your show. Looking forward to keeping up with your adventures as restrictions ease up! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4PGaI16h8iaqLM

[@Racerman27410]

I believe you saved a ton of money on the hardtop ... custom costs extra on the labor side plus you spent extra funds on getting the best materials and supporting your local shop ! Compared to what anything for a boat costs these days i could see 20 grand or more for someone else to make that hard top.... even then it probably would not have all the features and build quality you would expect. Getting what you want always costs money.... Getting what you want built exactly the way you want because you built it is priceless! Job satisfaction my friends! Great videobomb cameo Emma! :-)

[@kjelpeterson5236]

Great project breakdown and the photobombs were hilarious

[@drwindsurf]

Thank you for sharing this break down. It is very useful. 😊👍

[@PirateClipper]

"Pop-up Emma!" That's hilarious!!! Awesome job on the build, as with everything else you've done. And thanks to 'Professor Teal's' expert instructional and motivational videos, my boat now has an incredibly strong and lightweight Nida-Core swim platform and two diesel heaters! Can't thank you enough for these videos... you all are the BEST!!!

[@bobfox321]

I would rate this a 4.8 out of 5 video. Loved it. Thanks Family! God Bless.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Wow, thanks!

[@craigerss3926]

You certainly don't need to explain yourselves. It's a big job and the materials are expensive. Your skill and craftsmanship is bar non. Great work, i really enjoyed the videos! I also loved Emma's photo bombing! 😁 And I like her video segments. I always learn something new, and she's very entertaining.

[@tomd.3082]

Yikes! I knew California was expensive, but those numbers gave me sticker shock. I hauled out here in Florida, blocks and jack stands, 20 days in the yard and my splash for a little over $700. Materials were... $220 something in bottom paint, $28.99 for a can of shaft and prop antifouling paint, $71 for hull paint above the waterline and $13.99 for a quart of spar varnish. I have no shame playing the frugal game... LOL

[@OnboardLifestyle]

That's awesome! We love a good value!

[@mikehinson4062]

It took 161 days because of Teal's OCD. It takes a certain amount of OCD to own a reliable/beautiful boat. Without it, your boat would not be as safe/functional/beautiful as it is. And without some/a lot of OCD, it could also have taken 261 days to redo the mistakes made when rushing through or inattention to detail on the job. Great channel/job/family. I do miss the "thickened epoxy" shots

[@Glenn7915]

Ocd you think lol. Him explaining why it took so long he even smiled hehehe

[@jamesdarling3320]

I think you guys did the smart thing, doing the projects yourself with the amazing quality of work that Teal does saved you guys a lot of money.

[@johnkeegan6646]

Such honest accounting! Nice summary! Nice seats in the shade 😁👍💥

[@RiverWoods111]

Loved seeing more of Compass! The pop ups of Emma were awesome! She is a hoot and so well balanced!

[@reneromkes1154]

Thanks for the inside. Now I know what I am up against. And even more.

[@randyneutton5868]

You guys did a GREAT JOB, Compass is a Whirlwind of Energy. I love watching you'll channel, very educational. Teal you are a Master Craftsman. I wish you'll good wind and happy and safe sailing.

[@sdstube8061]

Well done Emma. Put a smile on me face while listening to your folks. Great job all👍

[@lets_go_see_]

Hello Teal: It is not unreasonable. It is calculated that a boat owner shells out about 10% per year, on the value of the vessel in repairs / refinishing. So I think your family did very well.

[@marceld6061]

I used to do Finishing work and I would tell my clients: You can have a good job, a fast job or a cheap job. Pick two. Something of Teal's caliber could be done quickly, but certainly NOT cheaply at the same time. If cheap, it would take them months to finish as it wouldn't be worth their time to come back. They would fit it in when they had time. If you wanted the hard top done fast and cheap, it definitely wouldn't be a GOOD job.

[@blueclue57]

Appreciated your transparency. It is a beautiful finished project. Those yard fees are shocking. It is a dream to own a boat, but one has to be ready for the reality of such a responsibility. Respect and envy for you, the family and your journey.

[@miles4874]

Great video. Key words, “We put our heart and soul into our home.” Y’all know every micron of your boat forward and back. Invaluable. Best Wishes

[@jimbigner5902]

You two, made me weep. I really like that you painted her bottom. Emma is so smart and talented. And Compass and his cute little outfit. What a perfect life ;)

[@Doitgood52]

I seriously doubt you would have been able to get the work done any cheaper, but you definitely wouldn’t have the satisfaction of doing the job yourself. Really enjoy your work guys.. and Emma’s photo bombing was hilarious!

[@boldafist9051]

Been watching you guys for years and I loved this episode, thanks so much for explaining all your experiences during this timeframe. I was definitely wondering about the time spent on the hard and this was so detailed. You guys have a great channel and I’m looking for to your continued adventures in the coming years.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Sheila-vl9xk]

21:23 Oh my goodness, meticulous workmanship and architectural integrity at it's absolute finest. I always think I can't be any more impressed by your work until the next project is completed. You amaze me! And Emma's pop-up... SO MUCH FUN:) Thank you team Basik:)

[@mark-]

All good guys 😊👍

[@stephensimpson5283]

One thing you didn't think about is that you bult it, so you know it! You know everything about the boat. A very reassuring feeling. You can't put time and money against it.

[@nautidreamscatamaran]

The soft dodger on my other boat was about 5500. Iverson designs is awesome. Your hard topic great. Gonna build mine this year.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Right on, that's awesome! Good luck!

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Good morning SVBASIK crew! So good to see you all are doing well. I loved seeing Emma pop up in the background.

[@geminus1688]

Totally worth it. Now you're all set to have a fun summer. Emma's photo bombing was perfect! lol.

[@jasonmweiser]

Great video. I agree, you saved a ton of $$$, and you know it's built right Teal is an epic craftsman, though he would not have been able to do with out thickened epoxy!!! Emma's Cameo was epic.

[@tammystone6206]

Love compass and Emma..too cute!!

[@chuckg7311]

Compass, congratulations, you avoided getting epoxied into the whole project AND you got so much outdoor time. Keep up the good work. Very crafty with the walk thurs during the filming! All you guys stay healthy and safe and get your vaccinations as soon as possible.

[@LouiseAuger]

Emma! Too funny - did you know she was doing that or only find out when you were editing? 😂

[@OnboardLifestyle]

After a while we figured something was going on. Compass was also tracking her movements which is why you will see him trying to peek overboard to see where she was at. 😊

[@marcvarner1]

And now we know what Compass points to.

[@Crazy-pz1iy]

The photo bombs were great 👍 nice job Emma! That was super hilarious 😂

[@westonbadke5434]

Some folks spend $15,000 renovating a home Kitchen. So it’s pretty good getting more done on a mobile floating home.

[@badcat4707]

I've been on job sites where 15K doesn't even cover the cabinetry costs / not installed either !

[@philgray1023]

More like $25k here, once we paid the plumber, the plumbers assistant, the electrician, the electrician's assistant, the electrical apprentice, the apprentice supervisor, the stonemasons, the tiler, the scheduler, uncle Tom Cobbly and all. I don't want to mention the cabinet maker, the assistant cabinet maker, the delivery costs. Honestly I was thinking, maybe a new house would be cheaper.

[@jp0924]

thank you for your video. I love the hidden background appearance

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you like it!

[@mcr215]

More than interesting... Nice to have these details about materials, labour and so on… Tx (A French guy building an aluminium / composite sailboat)

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck on your build!

[@jman5673]

Great family and channel, Emma is so cute, funny, bright and well adjusted as her life is a little different than the normal family on land. Keep up the good work. compass is really cute and funny also

[@whitebeardactual]

Emma's video bombing was funny. I was waiting for Teal and Linh to count down the time and show the main project only took 6 hours to complete!!! :)

[@Martinrs75]

I loved seeing Compass running around and Emma popping up was great!!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@projectblue1751]

Teal sorry man, your the true Mister Magoo of the sea...I love it......

[@2Moza]

My OCD is kicking in where was the Booze cost and was it home delivered :) , For me i would just say what you did to your home was great for me as i love the channel and the crew in these times of hardship stay safe All.

[@genewaddlerandomstuff2122]

You got a lot of very important things done during that time and as you said, there is life mixed in there. Nicely done, all. Too many just can't understand that you aren't in a race, as you said in the video, and that this is your life, not a vacation.

[@giovannifiorentino8947]

Great episode and even if it looks like put together effortless the dedication is seen through. Best series wrap up.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Giovanni!

[@tonycotto8073]

If you thought that they were going to say "we spent about $13,000", your watching the wrong channel. Thank you for the breakdown, now we can get back to thickened epoxy shots next time.

[@TEAMERICA96]

I didn’t see the alcohol allotment for the “Thickened Epoxy” announcements.

[@tonespeaks]

Emma Photo Bomb was hilarious!!!

[@whitneylake2107]

Great episode ! Very useful info. I love the way Emma "floats" into view or pops up like the Onboard Lifestyle equivalent of "Where's Wallace ?". I think this should be a regular feature. May the sunshine follow you all

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mikebiron7339]

Swimming in the Richmond area? Ewww. Great breakdown Teal. I need to do a breakdown like that next time I finish a project. Let my wife know it really only took 5 days of the 356 days total. LOL

[@normancook4620]

Hello: I greatly appreciate you all and the way you present....feel like your my next store friends. Do yourselves and let me help you with my 60 years of catting and experience of owning ( at one time) the largest multi Jul sail loft and marine canvas shop in New England as well as a marine Hardware manufacturing plant. Plus was Project Engineer for Kenyon Marine Spar & marine Manufacturing. Bottom line when and if you want to enclose under your Hard top or build a Dodger, please think of me as your best friend and next store neighbor. Lin, I hope some day to try your hand chop dinner Wum! I look forward to eventually being able to meet you all and Introduce my wife. last but not least I have been a Professor of Advanced Marine Composite Building. I closely watched every step you did and you did it EXACTLY correct! My only comment after watching you account your expenses I did not see you mention discounts or donations from Manufacturers ( like West Marine Pro account ) lets talk soon. BRAVO TO YOU Norman Cook PS great job with and to Emma

[@markbee9446]

Wow! Still so reasonable to do the work yourself and know it's done right. Plus, you're in no rush.. it's really an investment in your beautiful boat... for both your family and resale. BTW, you're a lucky dawg!

[@PynkPwny]

Wait did you say 163 days in the yard?!? I guess I just don't realize how time flies anymore.

[@kevincarey1076]

Finished hardtop....PRICELESS! Thanks for sharing the breakdown guys. Fair winds and following seas Basik.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it Kevin!

[@BennettStan]

Eye for details = Priceless

[@rboston33]

Emma was absolutely hilarious. Love her photo bombing!!!

[@testgadget42]

Emma, that was hilarious!

[@larryboles629]

EPIC! 4 Emma pop-ups loved it. Be Happy, be safe.

[@howardmann7461]

5.....

[@yonatanbenavraham6598]

I love Teals OCD, just like mine but he may be just a little better at details, maybe. I would have done the other rudder just so I didn't have to do it a little later. Thank you for all the hard work of the videos and editing, we really love it.

[@jerrybarrett6376]

Great explanation of the cost breakdown for the ‘on the hard’ time. This analysis gives all your followers a great idea of the costs and time spent on all your projects and care for Emma. This report was great, now everyone can get an idea of some of the cost of boat life, as a ‘live aboard’. Thanks to you both for all you do to make this my favorite video site. God Bless, The Bear 🙏🐻

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Glad you enjoyed it Jerry!

[@56Spookdog]

Loved the photo bombing... “Kids do the darndest things”.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

They sure do and she has a lot of tricks up her sleeve. Lol

[@luisrosado1389]

Looks great you guys. Would love to see an updated boat tour. I was just now wondering how the other bathroom is coming along and that forward storage cabin too. Have there been any changes there?

[@Sysgen]

Emma you are a silly girl and I loved it! I found myself looking for you more that what your folks were talking about.

[@JCAJCA3]

Well worth it guys video's are outstanding! Great job. GOD speed. JC

[@chadmutchler5062]

Emma was hilarious

[@Talldylocks]

Emma: Great job on the narration. Even better on the photobombing. Loved it.

[@andymcknight3868]

I love the photo bomb at about four minutes and 20 seconds in :-)

[@dennybe]

Good breakdown, Emma having fun "where's waldoing" was cute. "Here's where we kiss," "Really?" had me literally laughing. Good job guys!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Emma knows how to entertain herself especially when it involves swimming. As for Teal's kiss,....my parents are watching! Lol 🙈🙈

[@dennybe]

@@OnboardLifestyle :-)

[@jasoncolahan6399]

LOL, love the photobombing, 😂.

[@brianjoyce9040]

Where’s EMMA ?!?!👀👀 the crew knows life is not free, and neither is the onboard lifestyle. But you do it excellently with smiles. Thx for the great entertaining content

[@edwardmassengale7988]

Great video, thank you very much.