Our treasure chest has arrived! Plus some serious interior modifications (EP42)

Finally after years of waiting we have a rather large box full of treasure arrive! The suspense builds during this episode while Matt waits Iefkes arrival so they can break open the box!
Matt gets into some changes below decks which involves a bit of noise but no more head aches!
Plus we give a little tour of our new work bench above Tarkine which doubles as a safety rail.
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[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

A small note, loving the guesses of who Pancho is, he is actually a dog and Obies best friend! we suspect Obie wrote that on the window while we were not looking!

[@janhellinck6830]

😂

[@Nena84734]

Oh yeah, that Obie is a sneaky dude!

[@PublicMixHardworking1]

Thanks to all family members ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Eric_with_a_C]

Such a nice idea searching and using all the old hardware, giving it a new live and adding some more stories to your lovely boat!

[@ricksimpson1543]

Great idea to incorporate the bench with the safety rail. Thanks for sharing your lives with us!

[@harryroelofs5270]

About six months ago a friend of yours, Gordon, told me about your project building your boat, Tarkine. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching you building the boat. It’s something a lot of us would have liked to have done. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yes, we love Gordon, he is doing an amazing job! His dedication is commendable and what wealth of knowledge. Glad your following along. Cheers

[@jameshull6776]

Part of the charm is that you guy's are doing it on a shoe string and that it is possible if you are prepared to work hard. You both are awesome and inspiring. Much love and absolute RESPECT!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! Wouldn't be surprised if our mainsheet is woven shoestrings haahah

[@Nena84734]

What a good and committed man you are, you gave your word, looked at it all day and still never touched it!!! What a special walk down memory lane, all the things you’ve chosen way back when, very cool things! Was that an old anchor winch? Now that’s one beauty, all mechanical and will never fail, give you a good hard workout too! I think that’s great that you’ve given guests and yourselves another 4 inches of space before you hit your heads, I’m also sure you’ll make into a feature, like caution yellow with black stripes! Thank you, always love your episodes, my favorite channel!!!!

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

the passage way could offer a rainbow..maybe mosaic of beach glass

[@davidrichardson5163]

It is so refreshing to follow your progress building a REAL wooden yacht, whilst combining both ancient and modern woodworking techniques and superb craftsmanship. Keep up the good work - you're building something unique and very special.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou! Yeah we are always working towards a fairly modern built boat but looking as traditional as possible! cheers

[@PublicMixHardworking1]

Thanks ❤❤❤❤

[@maxwellington8280]

There's something magic about watching you guys tackle this massive project and slowly make headway with each video. I imagine it can't be all sunshine and rainbows but you are making it happen! Inspiring guys. And the fact you're in Aus makes it more relatable (to me anyway). Can't wait to see Tarkine on the water one day.

[@kscipkkkk]

You are my replacement for Arabella so let’s get after it! Make this puppy float!

[@dougsheron8352]

Well, it was heartening news by your shipper (Damon) of the 'Treasure Chest' of tricks in your latest episode, I know Damon from my trips to Denmark over a number of years, last met up with Damon in UK in 2023. He is a resourceful chap..! I enjoy your project, follow from its beginning and how you had dealt with the many decisions in building such a nice craft. Being an apprentice boat builder from the 60's/70's - I recall the many issues I came across, I did a spell in building GRP Boats at Halmatics - based in south of Hampshire, England, my 1st intro into GRP was building my own Kayak in 1965. Had since hoped into mechanical side of things but that's another storey eh. Did a lot of sailing in years past as a Skipper but my 'pins' aren't as good these days. Keep up the great work guys, glad to see 'safety rails' employed. PD (Doug)

[@rickestabrook4987]

So glad your outreach brought in viewers and funds. Apart from your sincere gratitude, you two have earned that support: your project is amazing surpassed only by your vision and stamina. That and the evident dedication you show to each other. AND, your videos are entertaining in and of themselves. Looking forward to the next installment. Cheers

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah it was fantastic to receive so much support and positivity! Thankyou for your lovely comment also and kind words, really appreciate it! Cheers

[@SH-sc9or]

What I use to do in similar issues like these beams is to start at both ends with a hole-saw. So, it keeps the strengt of the beam and you'll be to continue with any (machine)tool you like, seeing what you're doing. What we do at offshore installations (oil/gas) is putting up warning signs instructing you to watch your head and install "cushion materials", but I guess that's not what you want in beautiful ship.

[@fonhollohan2908]

Of course your going to finish the boat, I have complete faith in you two. bigtime! God bless.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you! We appreciate your faith in the project!

[@Bruin4Life]

Looking better every video posting. I love the modification of the overhead bam especially for tall folks and I am 6’ 3” tall, so would probably hit my head on the first construction of the beam on a regular basis. Wow, that chest was full ofall kinds of goodies for your boat.

[@rolandtb3]

A floating workbench and safety railing. Such a novel concept and timer saver. Great goodies in the treasure chest collection. Thanks for the tit bit of history. Shorter visitors may just miss the low beam. Maybe a different color, signage, padding. Success on your outreach.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yep, cant beat a good workbench! always need more flat space to dump stuff haha shorter people do walk under with ease! its the ones who get distracted or try and turn around while under the deck beams that get hurt. Some good ideas! cheers

[@Pocketfarmer1]

Two things about low over heads: contrasting colors for the obstacle and a line directly below on the deck. Most people who hit their heads are looking where their feet are not where their heads are.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh yes thats a good idea! Make it obvious, nice one.

[@tonyurquhart8278]

Thanks Guys. A great video. Well done on having the forethought to source all those parts while you were located where things were readily available. What a treasure trove!

[@jthepickle7]

At a marina in Sausalito, CA we dumpster-dived a dumpster regularly. In it we found a LOT of bronze, we found perfectly good instruments, shackles...on and on.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Wow that would have been making your day all the time I bet! That sounds amazing, lucky finds! One mans trash is anothers treasure!

[@TomTom31ify]

Absolutely love this channel - it deserves so many more viewers , who I’m sure will come. Wishing you all the best.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Cheers! Its a slow game but yes we are getting there!

[@PublicMixHardworking1]

Thanks ❤❤❤❤

[@Rogster559]

Absolutely love watching you in the southern part of our state , one day when I get time I’d love to come down and see your beautiful boat she is a true labour of love well done from northern Tassie

[@bwflnz5310]

Hey Guys, I've finnaly found you guys, i was the young apprentice at the wooden boat shop. Rebuilding 1879 wooden boat that we were preparing for the wooden boat festival. Love the videos. Paul btw the one sailing around the world.

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

Paul- how can we reach you? Be stoked to view you [e-mail]

[@Kaymarie660]

Both my parents are gone now, but they lived aboard a sailboat for over ten years. My dad built the second one they lived on and named after my mom. I have been sailing since I was 6 years old. It’s my happy place. Great work and I love watching!

[@ikerstges]

That floating workbench is just awesome, have to make one myself now!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh i tell you its a total game changer! safety and a brilliant working space above!

[@rick91443]

This video(and the box of goodies,) gave me hope, inspiration, faith in mankind, and the courage to go out and change the oil in my tractor lawn mower ...cheers richard Normandy, France

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hahaaha what a sentence! yes we also changed the car oil yesterday... it took some courage but once its done you will feel fulfilled!

[@floathi]

All that box lacked was a big red bow. Nothing like vintage and retro. Thanks

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thats a great idea, should have done that!

[@josebembibre7298]

What a beatiful story the one of the Dutch Box! Glad to hear that you get more support.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes! its come a long way and been a lot of work and time in the making but we are happy chaps!

[@johncurwen-walker8284]

Enjoyed watching you open that box of treasures that you had gathered so long ago. The joy of recognition when you found those beatiful blocks and the surprise at some items you had forgotten. I look forward to seeing the bits incorporated into you new home . Many thanks for taking me along on your journey. Good to hear about the practical help some of your viewers provided. Keep smiling.

[@ghoogers]

once again, ditto to all of the positive comments from South Carolina.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks Gus! Welcome aboard! Cheers

[@mikelytle73]

You two make me want to build a boat! Enjoying watching.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

oh maybe you should give it a go! doesn't have to be big!

[@josehinga5141]

Thanks for your update. I was scared when you talked about cuting the beam. Some heads will apreciate it 😅

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Lets hope so! Not sure of people will realize the work to save their heads but hopefully!

[@Lifesgood427]

That box of treasure, beautiful craftsmanship in the blocks, each update gets more and more interesting, thanks for the updates, good luck!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah as the project progresses it get more real and more exciting for sure!

[@MurfittTim]

Those are lovely blocks and are just the thing for Tarkine.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks as always Tim!

[@fransdriesen1311]

Nice finds from the Netherlands..Indeed all durable and quality stuff..The block and tackle material is awesome and will give a permanent reminiscing as to how and who made them.. The elevated workbench will be a huge help and timesaver.. So glad with the positive response from your viewers and patreons.. Keep up the good work..

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

As always thankyou for your positive comment Frans! We are super happy to get the box home!

[@4437RR]

You earned it!😊

[@mikemcphaden80]

Wow,,, old meets new!!! That bronze is going to look awesome. Love the contrast! And those blocks are gorgeous!! I am fascinated with the building process, I've been following a few other boat building channels and now that there in the water it's alittle sad. My own selfish indulgence. LOL Keep up the great work!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hi Mike, I think you speak for many of us! Its a shame when the building ends and the content changes but obviously very happy for the builders! Don't worry, we'll have another two years of building to show you at least! Thanks for following along!

[@chrisherbert2922]

Very humbled by both of your approaches to your boat building, and I guess life in general.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Jeez Chris that's so nice of you. What an incredibly kind thing to say. Thank you for following along and for leaving us such nice words of encouragement

[@millo8186]

Thank you for sharing your magic world.. every time I watch your video I am appreciating lot your surroundings, your animals, your calm and natural attitude.. keep it up.. take good care and fair winds always..

[@hairy8184]

I love the workbench idea, I bet a lot of others follow this in the future.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks mate! We're pretty chuffed with it ourselves too!

[@michaelvandermolen4120]

Hi, have been catching up with your videos, really enjoy them. Keep up the great work. Michael.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Cool! New to the channel? Glad your almost caught up! Cheers

[@markcarrington8565]

Great stuff guys. Hilarious to hear you say you’re two years away from launch. Another thing you have in common with Leo! Lovely blocks too. Really in keeping with the design.

[@ElleKendra]

Now that is a treasure chest!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah we are lucky!!

[@stephenlocker9883]

“Fake it til you make it” Does not mean being a phony, it means you are always on the edge of your capabilities which means you are always growing. No better way to live your life than doing that next thing. Love to see your journey.

[@Pocketfarmer1]

Fake it …. Is not the same as on the job training or growth.Sorry thumbs down.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks Stephen! One never stops learning with the right attitude!

[@Trajectionable]

Fabulous episode, and they're all fabulous. Also: Obie.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! yes Obie is always there for a bit of the spotlight! haha

[@tobiasforsyth6256]

Great idea with the floating work bench. Will be so good.

[@HKoel]

Like your project more every week. The way you both manage to do this on your own way. The unpacking really looked like Chrismas or as we say “Sinterklaasavond”. It is also nice to learn more about the boatbuilding wood you use downunder. Before I looked your video’s never heard off selerytop, Tasmanian oak or some othernames you have used. You really bring joy with these stories.

[@manyvalleys9361]

Once again I really enjoyed your video. Such great variation, good choice of background music and chickens. Love it. Martin

[@dnomyarnostaw]

Good job on the enlarged opening. To save even experienced crew in rough weather, I would also seriously consider some high density padding.

[@n01k32]

Sir Pancho of Sequim xx

[@bendaves77]

Love seeing the dream become reality.. you're doing great and this KZbin channel will pay off in the future.. you would have a massive following if the channel would have started at the beginning of the journey..

[@sailingyachtrocknroll8402]

Your journey is very interesting and inspiring. Love watching your progress x

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou! Glad your enjoying the ride! Rock on!!

[@svpearlsailacapegeorgesail4758]

My thought is put some padding on that deck beam, it will always be an issue. (Even for you guys that are used to it.) The boat is turning out beautifully!

[@patrickmartin2826]

I love your videos, I always look forward to them, thank you.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Glad we providing so good entertainment and education to look forward to! cheers

[@gertboerman3666]

Obie showed great interest in the content of Pandora's Box. Which, unlike the one in Greek myhtology, had loads of goodies from Holland in it. I think Obie would like to be bilingual. Rather easy to teach him that as the Dutch "Woef" and the English "Woof" are phonetically almost identical. And heads up for you guys and heads down leaving the cabin to the bow.

[@ronmiller1981]

Very impressed with your blocks and tackle, great work.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thanks! Cant beat the Ording blocks!

[@nigelmorgan3449]

Love the animals and both of you are doing well

[@RobertKusicki]

Those blocks are works of art!

[@user-ml6bn2qo5s]

Great story. I've been following since before the transom and neglect to comment. I usually watch you guys on my 65" smart TV so no keyboard. Many thanks for sharing your journey. Love the blocks of the highest quality. Some of the bronze stuff looks ancient and clunky and it's OK with me if you don't add a big heavy windlass to the foredeck. Your channel is high on my short list of must watch KZbinrs building boats. Love the hanging workbench and so many other tips you guys have shared along the way. Thanks.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for making the effort to comment especially when you usually watch on the tv! Happy to hear you loved the bits and pieces from the box as much as we do.

[@GlenBarrySHiPSEYBARRY]

love this show - its my fav - glen ,architect Ireland

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

🐢film time 10:57- inside the mystery box- stainless..that's for sure. What though... either stove or heater...my guess stove🎐

[@joesprague1464]

I have to admit watching that deck beam mod was a little painful.Necessary but painful.I’m glad for the progress you’ve made so far,keep up the good work!

[@seattleboatguy]

Have you considered rounding the big deck beams and covering them with carpet? I know that if I was going to bonk my head against something, I would rather bonk it against carpet than solid wood with square edges. Your boat is looking magnificent!

[@70vwbug]

Excellent work

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thankyou!!

[@ColinWetherelt]

Still an instant click for me. I’d love to be in the shed with you, I’m half a world away so your videos will have to do. In the long trudge remember, you are living life on purpose and on your terms. Nice edit, by the way. And display of self control - - The Box!!!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thats what we love to hear! instant clicking!! Oh man... waiting for that box was torture hahah But well worth it!

[@rolanddunk5054]

Hi, fake it till you make it is like saying make do and mend in the UK.using whatever means available until the correct way becomes achievable.You are doing ok,it is working.Cheers,Roly🇬🇧.

[@user-oi8pt2jf8n]

I think one thing for sure is once you hit your head once you’ll never do that again lol and eventually you’ll run out of people put a sign watch your head lol

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Haha that was always our philosophy as well! But seeing my mum hit her head hard a few times made us reconsider and do something about it in the end. Thanks for watching!

[@stevemoore2512]

You are going to finish! You both have it in you.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you Steve, that's such a lovely thing to say! I appreciate it

[@JamesBond-xq3tw]

Yes the first thing in the box , A real French Normandy flag .

[@geoffbox4455]

padding will make all the difference. I am always hitting my head going into my shed. A bit of padding and problem fixed.

[@christianpfarr6414]

I Love traditional skylights Aswell

[@jerrycooke6511]

After you cut that away, maybe a leather cushion strip with the upholstery tacks tacked on?? On my last boat had a killer dodger edge...involved blood numerous times. Nice playful video. You will probably, 20 years from now, come back and open up the treasure you left behind. In my case I payed for storage so 1000's of dollars over the years. Most of it went into the bin at the storage place. Memories keep, cool toasters don't.

[@woodymike5]

I so enjoy your project! Keep going!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Cheers!

[@grampsie1]

Keep up the good work. Cheers from Canada.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Oh thanks! Stay warm!

[@user-bq6wo8pk1v]

That suspense haha 😂😂

[@jonappleton1704]

Having to cut the deck beam - aargh - but I'm sure will be amazing when finally sorted! Keep on going!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yeah it wasnt something we really wanted to do but had to be done, we can always glue some wood back there if we don't like it hahah

[@PeterSpringhall]

Pancho 🦜😂❤

[@drjulesm]

You two are doing an amazing job. We cold-mold built our 78 ft schooner, Huron Jewel, if we can do it, so can you! And if our schedule allowed, we'd love to come lend a hand, but we're about to start our sailing charter season. Yes, there's still a lot on the list to do, but you're much closer than you realize.

[@nipon56470]

The flag from Brittany is a keeper!

[@studiorosenforsintl.3434]

Had the same problem.. hung a very small little tinke-bell, ca. 4 inches in front of the beam, and flush with the underside of the beam. Somehow guests notice the small bell (visually) earlier than the massive beam. If not..they get an audible warning..hopefully just in time for them to stop short of a collision.

[@stevejames9221]

Frodo is proud of you for not opening the box.

[@MrMichaelcurran]

Head room is not only a comfort issue. It could be an imperative in running seaward. Your consideration of others should be commended. Your going to have guess aboard, heads up!

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yes true! as i mentioned, one working or living aboard you get use to it but its the new comers who sometimes hit their head.

[@kevinwalsh6450]

Another great video, so im just adding a comment to help the algorithm

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thats the attitude! drop a little one in and it helps, thanks!

[@DWAJarrett]

Man if I knew the treasures in that box I would have kept it. You should know not to trust mainland Australians. This time you got lucky. Beautiful and gorgeous bling❤

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hahah lucky that you didn't know! It really turned out to be a treasure chest. We can't thank you enough Damon! Couldn't have gotten it all here without your endless patience and all your help!

[@4437RR]

You earned it! 😊

[@ehofman7636]

Make a soft postering around de deckbeams end the problem is over🤗

[@patchmack4469]

isn't Pancho the parrot off Sampson Boat Building Company? love the treasure box, well worth the weight, i mean wait hehe, some nice toys, bet you can't wait to clean em up and install - the boat is really coming on, evolving into such a nice build so many videos i see that build a fantastic community, its funny although i have no real interest or the time to have, own or build a boat, i admire the workmanship, skills involved, old techniques used with new ones, its all so enjoyable

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

We just learnt that today from the comments! Our Pancho is a beautiful black dog and obies best mate. Love that you like the bronze stuff, we are so keen to put it all on the boat and show you!

[@patchmack4469]

@@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River haha funny i was thinking, sometimes i have trouble remembering peoples names, because they are not always used in the videos, titles and descriptions, can be fun too watch other vids again to catch a name - nice that animals play as much in the videos, always great fun - loved the grow squawking in the background and then the chicken

[@GerbenPolder456]

I had seen photo’s of the box before, but thought it was about 50x30x60 cm. But it is actually HUGE 😊. And those blocks look so awesome. Loved the video again. Not sure about the aperture in the deck beams, but I understand you don’t want people to hit their head on it.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Hahaha yes its rather large! Looking forward to getting the blocks up in the rigging! Yeah it was sad about the deckbeam, but the beauty of wood is that we can scarf a piece back together and nobody would know! we are just letting it sit for now and see if we like it.

[@AlsCanoeKalamazoo]

I also think some padding might be called for, or even fill that cutout space with some dense foam you could paint to match and maintain the line of the rest of the beam. How? No idea.

[@mikeblankenship3883]

Love it

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Cheers!

[@dougtiffany7439]

On my Sail Boat i have by rounding over the corner with a half inch router bit, it softens the blow and i also have installed a soft leather strip on the edge,even making head contact with the two additions, its not too bad when it occurs with a guest.

[@malcwilb553]

wonderful

[@erikdailly]

Love this channel! About the DECK BEAM: why not fix a soft or rubbery layer? I reckon people will still be hitting their heads.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Yep, sometime the only way to rectify things is just remove the human error but unfortunately we cant do that.. So yes maybe some padding with come into play.

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

@ film time 15:08- mystery word= agriculture inspection/or in US, DEA= drug enforcement agency. Your choice- Immigration isn't far off since there was room enough for a living something...My dream idea would have been- a cache of rare endangered rain forest species parrots to parade about the build shed.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

I'm sure the chickens believe they, in fact, are a rare and beautiful parrot spieces when they parade around the shed ;)

[@stevebacon5466]

Fab 👌

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Cheers!

[@stephent1117]

Is Pancho the parrot from sampson boat co channel. Keep up the great work.

[@timcarnell5133]

My thoughts too.

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Ah no sorry! Its actually another dog hahah

[@johncollier608]

A goody box! How many of the items did not recall buying in the Netherlands? A fab peice of forward planning, nonetheless. Thanks for sharing. From UK.

[@richardsiddon610]

Amazing.🙂

[@Building_a_Boat_by_the_River]

Thank you Richard!

[@user-yl3cp3rp8l]

Keep on making the videos and maybe you'll pad the deckbeam

[@johnod1955]

Thanks for the video. Glad you got your box of stuff, it's like Christmas. Did you find stuff you'd forgotten you had :)? I do that makes it even more like Christmas.

[@hughroney6342]

Post a picture of a "DUCK" on the piece above it!!!

[@nikospiros]

Hi amazing couple. Any possums on camera? Keep on making your amazing videos.

[@rutgerengbersen2145]

Don’t cut the beam! 😬