Our DIY $20,000 Paint Job on our $100 Boat

The paint was peeling, there were spider cracks, water was intruding, and let's be honest it just looked awful. After weeks of prep which included sanding for weeks on end, filling in all the cracks and fiberglassing the gauges we created from digging out moist parts in the toe rails. We can finally see that it was all worth it!! Our $100 boat just got a MAJOR upgrade!
For anyone wondering we used Total Boat Total Fair and Total Boat Epoxy to fix all the cracks and help smooth out any imperfections and we used Alexseal primer and paint with a roll additive so we did not have to roll and tip!
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[@barbaralane9825]

Your hard work really shows off in the finished product. She’s looking beautiful.

[@seawench555]

Hey Barbara, can u help me, I got the same message as u, but I don't know how to reply can u tell me please Karlene

[@barbaralane9825]

@@seawench555 Click on the three dots and report it.

[@panacea407]

She’s being reborn, right in front of our eyes. Your work ethic is on point.

[@jcregal3456]

It's too late for Tula but for everyone else trying to remove smaller stubborn screws/nuts/bolts get a Rigid 3-speed impact driver. Its' first gear is really quite slow and controllable with the variable speed trigger. It gives you a steady TapTapTap that you can control and speed up as needed. It really saves the screw/bolt heads. And you always have the power and speed of 2nd and 3rd gear if you need it.

[@19Dean59]

You two are a breath of fresh air!! At 62 your a joy to watch and remind me of my youth. Keep up the great work

[@stex1985]

The average person does not know how much physical and mental fortitude it takes to do what y’all are doing here. I am saying a little prayer for you and wishing very best of luck in every aspect. 👍

[@carolinaanthoness9428]

You kid's are doing a smashing job. SO SO proud of you both taking this boat refurb on. ⛵🌏🤿💧🐠🥽🐚🌴🎣☀️🇦🇺

[@dallenone]

I've been following your for several years now. Congratulations on your marriage!! You two are a really great team & I love seeing you Sail, Explore, Work and Thrive Together. This project is turning out super nice!! I'm from the Bay Area in Sonoma County. Sebastopol. Never thought you would be here? Hope you enjoy some of your down time exploring and are being treated well. You are an inspiration in every way.

[@glennjonesnc673]

You should be very proud of your efforts on this boat. I was skeptical when you purchased, but you two really know what your doing and again, you should be very proud of the job your doing. Keep up the great work.

[@carmancloud]

“Don’t be fooled but also you can do it” that is an incredible message Sierra! You guys are both rockstars! 💪👏🙌

[@nooneanybodyknows1321]

Gosh, it sure is satisfying pulling the tape off. People can talk crap about Millennial laziness (myself included). Not you. Your hard work shows. The two of you have done a beautiful job. 👏👏

[@williamlinden68]

I thought in the begining of this project it was crazy to get involved...I think I commented, "run away from that boat"....of course you guys are taking it on, and man, that hull is looking so sweet....you are totally proving me wrong, just awesome work! Really see the shape and lines of this trawler now....it is a beauty

[@fiero880]

That looks absolutely gorgeous

[@julielynnster2231]

You kids are an amazing team! Is there anything you can’t do? Congratulations on a beautiful job.

[@carljohnson5006]

I love watching the two of you working on your projects. You do excellent work. It's making me want to get a project boat and follow your example. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@bobhamilton298]

For drilling out screws, use cobalt (or carbide) drill bits. A small set will generally be all you need. I have to take apart motorcycle motors for restoration work. These screws have been there for decades and I ALWAYS have a couple of them strip out or break. Nothing else will do. Cobalt/Carbide drill bits go right through them. Generally, quality easy-out kits include a matching size carbide drill bit. I keep a set on my boat as well. Had to use them to remove hardware when removing hatches.

[@TheMorganMonroeShow]

TULA!!!!!!!!! 🤙🏼 Super stoked over here. Been waiting a long time for this. I might watch this video twice. And off I go 🍺 🎉

[@jimpalmer1969]

You guys are so awesome! I to see young people with talent and passion. Keep going and that boat will look new and be a pride to go into any marina.

[@robertscranton8293]

Only a couple as smart as the two of you could pull this off. You all blow me away with this project. !!

[@ThoughtfulWander]

She is looking amazing!! Nice job Tula Team!!! Keep rolling along!! you got this!! 👍👍👊👊🛠🛠

[@McHenMike]

Need more please. I hope this series gets you over 250k subs. You deserve it.

[@TheEdelKampers]

Very impressive. You guys are working so hard and it shows. The boat is looking awesome. Mary💕Fred

[@nomo9344]

Absolutely fantastic!! The attention to detail is impressive. Can't wait to see what y'all end up fixing on the interior. Oh, to be young. It's taken me 2 days to move furniture, patch a few holes, and apply painter's tape to a 16x14 room. I'll paint tomorrow.......maybe.

[@stephenrrose]

Great Job you two! Love the "Quality Control" calling you out on the stern!!!! Great hard work you two!!!! Love seeing the progress!

[@sanjuanfishing196]

Hey guys just a tip a while ago they stopped putting a ingredient into bottom paint that helped tremendously to stop life from growing on your hull so we add it back by getting the graphite in pencils by shaving it off into your paint and mixing it around with your paint it helps a lot

[@jimromero1384]

NICE! it's coming along. A good paint job is all in the prep. Quality paint helps too. It's looking good my friends...

[@katem8063]

She's looking great! Can't wait to see the finished outcome of all your hard work.

[@tkine97]

It's looking so good! I'm looking forward to the before & after photos for sure!

[@rrjones6667]

You two are amazing!! You are breathing new life into that beautiful boat.

[@bubbagail7450]

Your motto should be "If it's worth doing then it's worth doing right" well done guys.

[@TandemAdventures]

You guys rock!! It looks fantastic! One tip when taking off masking tape- peel backwards, not out. Less likely to pull any paint off. Cheers!!!

[@southerntexashomestead5028]

She's looking so good. Lots of hard work with beautiful results! ♡

[@tonyw3250]

As a professional spray painter, I'm more than impressed by the quality of finish you managed with a roller. I should have a crack at rolling a car😁

[@Chris25toepher]

If you film it they will watch

[@jerrycooke6511]

It is the new microfibre rollers mostly...not the paint necessarily. But the roller brands differ so try out until you find one that works in your area. They should have scuffed between coats. I have been doing it this way for 4 years.

[@barrystevens967]

Self leveling Tony.

[@michaelalbert8474]

@@jerrycooke6511 It’s definitely the paint. Alexseal is great. I painted my old runabout and am now painting my sailboat. Prep is very important but this paint can be sanded and buffed or touched up easily. It’s very expensive but we’ll worth it.

[@clementgoetke2385]

i like awlgrip paint have been using it for 40 years it just melts together when you roll or brush

[@galegregory97comcast]

That boat is looking amazing. I know it takes so long to do so little it's just all stretched out and time-consuming. We all cheering for you no matter what the circumstances are you're going through don't deprive us of your great videos LOL

[@pikehk]

You two are amazing. If I knew it wouldn't kill you, I would ask you to do only boat work videos. I enjoy these so much.

[@JCAJCA3]

You guys are AMAZING! Great job. GOD bless, JC

[@paulgrimm]

Beautiful job. Your attention to proper prep and detail are perfect

[@Hopey1231000]

You guys knock it outta the park every time with your projects!

[@jonathanfunsch4754]

Love it, thank you for the detailed info on the gel coat answers a few questions I had about the quality of rolling as opposed to spraying…looks really good!

[@bokendrick6553]

So gifted. Awesome couple and Jetty too! Somebody is going to get a nice new boat. Be sure in some discreet place sign and date. I know you'll sign proudly.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

HOLY MOLY you guys! this she looks AMAZING!! so much work that we didn't see, but we know it took WEEKS! bravo friends!

[@Tulasendlesssummer]

Orcas are calling… just saying… I know you like whales 🤪🙏😁❤️

[@jordangillespie5968]

It was super cool meeting you two and what an impressive boat

[@sammybowden9440]

I was so excited to see a new post! Love following this new adventure!!!!

[@larsk3254]

Thanks!

[@louskunt9798]

This is such an exciting new series! We need more Jetty though! 🐶✌️

[@wetspotswimwear1199]

I knew it, you two are going to be SOOOO happy when this boat is finished. Great job kids.

[@davidgriffin14]

Y'all did an amazing job

[@vikimoody8783]

Definitely Rock Star status! Keep calm and keep going! Thanks for your channel updates.

[@dmmaddex]

You guys are doing a splendid job. I can't wait to see the finished boat.

[@larrylegg8245]

Wow! Billy you and Ciara are doing a great job. The boat looks fantastic. Looks like a new boat. I think you made a good decision with the boat.

[@stansmith7118]

Great job you two!!!

[@erichjacobs809]

It looks stunning

[@bmorrison0070]

Wow. Looking wonderful.

[@ianmac86]

Really impressed with your approach and follow-thru guys. Reckon many viewers are now thinking "I can do that too". Just like me. Seriously though, your DIY videos are intoxicating and inspire confidence. Thank you so much for sharing - even the "little things". BTW - I just knew that you could do it . HeHeHeHe !!

[@gtags1]

It's weird watching these videos because I've seen the tranformation already on Instagram. Amazing how far a little bit of paint goes, looks like a differnt boat!

[@masdbo]

So glad you’ve seen the light and moved back to a trawler! Can’t wait to see Neverland II hit the water and cruise up to Alaska!

[@bradhullin8358]

Awesome job guys, it’s looking amazing. Well done!

[@MegaTriumph1]

Its looking really good. Billy looking happy as a clam at high tide.

[@noelmcgarry456]

Great work guy's your enthusiasm and confidents is incredible Noel

[@claudiah5643]

It looks terrific!! Great job guys.

[@victoriamoore1294]

Looks beautiful! You two are so talented.

[@bigwallyhdfb]

Looks great you two do amazing work

[@petegilbert6886]

Watching your vids from the UK! The paint might be brilliant but it's the maticulous care in the preperation and the paint mix that makes it work. Well done guys awesome job.

[@lesterwicklein717]

awsome thanks for update

[@larsk3254]

Pretty amazing transformation, great job!😃

[@jenbeckman6318]

Great job!!!! Loved it. It looks amazing. I look forward to your videos every week!

[@Superacerc]

So awesome! Can't wait to see it all done.

[@Buckey1194]

Very impressed with the progress and paint job.

[@mariusgrobler4235]

Wow its looks amazing! Great job and really looking forward to see the end result!

[@0p161]

paint looks amazing

[@paulpetraitis2130]

Yeah, I had to do three coats but I was dealing with black paint. I'm impressed that you did it in only 60 degree temperature and just the two of you did it, I needed a third person to mix and spot for holidays, nice job!

[@sailorman8590]

Wow the paint job looks awesome…well done!!

[@grantbadger7604]

Great work guys. I am impressed.

[@billyhaddock5540]

Congrats Guy's on the paint job. looking better.

[@debstrickland]

Wow, that looks great!! Nice job!

[@westonbadke5434]

Looks great guys.

[@keithh3463]

Looks Amazing!

[@stevenmarrone1526]

Looking amazing!

[@karaDee2363]

The paint job turned out awesome! All your hard work is paying off..

[@chrissullivan4063]

Looks great guys!!

[@rd9028]

Great job 👍 keep going, you guys are champs!!!

[@terrymeinders9825]

Wow, awesome work!

[@paulviles5996]

Hi guys love your show’s. With the caulking work cut nozzle on a 45angle apply caulking, spray with water or soapy water and use a paddle pop stick to remove. You will get a much better professional finish. Hope it helps. Cheers Paul Viles from DownUnder.

[@MrJerobona]

Beautiful work Guys! Congratulations!

[@mattherson83]

so awesome to watch this progress! well done

[@popsyann]

Beautiful work!

[@BoatingJourney]

You guys are amazing and such an inspiration! How cool that you're heading back up to our stomping grounds, but sad we won't see you as we live in Florida now. Safe travels!!

[@ashleymarie8223]

I want longer videos!!!!! 😩😩 been obsessed with your content since 2016!!!! Lol I love going on new adventures with you guys. Boat looks great

[@lbdrummer3]

That paint is amazing, no brush or roller marks at all! Great job.

[@duncanstuart1000]

Well done you guys, such a misson paying off beautifully!!!

[@stephencarter6634]

Excellent work, well done 👍

[@richardkeith6113]

Incredible work! It will be amazing

[@todddunn945]

Wow, that came out great. What a transformation.

[@jimr6674]

Looks sooooo good great job

[@scootercarneal9625]

Looks Great!

[@1200rexer]

Fantastic job you guys

[@serenecandle]

You two are sure not afraid of hard work I'm very impressed! It looks really nice!

[@tomwatson6827]

Awesome job guys

[@rohanchapman4159]

Good Job Guys

[@tuck6464]

You guys do superior professional work.

[@JrR-fw5ph]

Wow! Nicely done 👍