Sail Life - A week of sailboat repair projects

[@archstanton9206]

Mads don't for a minute think you have to give us the great finale every week. We are here for the long haul, and enjoy watching you work...every week, little by little Athena moves closer to completion. Some days there is more visible stuff, and, well, some days we wait for the stuff that shoulda showed up. Sorta like real life. You have taken Athena above and beyond, and I look forward to the day she is ready for the open sea. Sunday Evening visit with you something we look forward to. Don't sweat the small stuff. I hit the thumbs up before I hit the play button, I think a lot of us do.

[@ionlycomment9134]

Wow it's been a long journey but I am finally live on this series. I have watched every episode of you working on Athen over the last 6 months. Thanks for entertaining and teaching me with plenty of laughs. Excited to see what comes next

[@karenmsuk]

Mads, fur babies are always a good stand in for your 'big finish' in my very humble opinion :)

[@g2macs]

We don't see enough of Jökull, nice to see he's doing ok.

[@Quimzical]

They may be smaller /side/ projects, but they need doing and often I find checking out several projects, even small ones, is almost as satisfying as checking off a big one! Love the vid as always Mads, keep up the excellent work!

[@DrDeed321]

If I could have even 1/10th of this mans mixture of pleasant disposition and mind blowing time management skills I could be president. I’m convinced that the only thing keeping Mads from setting his sights on ruling the planet is his desire to finish Athena first.

[@gregmirr]

There are plenty of boats being rebuilt / or repaired on KZbin ; Sail life should be mandatory watching so they can see how to do it right . Well done Skipper !

[@surfingjim8321]

I've met "pros" who could learn a ton!

[@garysouza2277]

Actually, I think Leo Goolden from Sampson Boat Co., is the most knowledgeable boat builder on YT. That kid is a brilliant, and skilled craftsman. He's basically building a 50' sailboat from scratch.

[@57dent]

Mads you do realize that polishing is the same as more glorious sanding, just with a finer grit! Dont try and disguise your addiction to sanding!

[@kingsleyayden9217]

instablaster...

[@drwindsurf]

Thank you so much Mads - After watching you refit Athena for years, I don't think your viewers are worried about endings 😂 Thank you for another awesome video 😊👍

[@hommie789]

Or maybe we are very worried about endings, As this project gets closer to completion what will become of out sundays when Mads sails off? That is less than a year away.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

Us selfish viewers are selfish. I also fear completion, and what will become of Sail Life after that. Please, oh please do not become another boring-arse LaVagaDelos clone :(

[@ViCreeo]

We will let him sail for a year, and make him buy a bigger boat, that needs a somewhat extensive refit

[@stevenr8606]

He could build catermaran from scratch! Soon a mold for the hull will be available in Australia. He & Ava could sail there.

[@daviddickmeyer5231]

It takes a lot of schmaltz to break down four different sizes of winches and store all of the parts in one small area! No earthquakes is right!😆. Looking forward to all the happy endings next week. And no rain.

[@kevlarandchrome]

Nothing's worse than having something all planned out and then having to wait on the materials to show up. I feel your frustration sir.

[@Reuben-ny3]

The time stamping/chapters were a cool addition.

[@horstszibulski19]

With 2 weeks off from your day job, Athena will be ready to get back in the water afterwards, your workspeed is incredible! :-D

[@CleverOctopus]

Videos without endings are the worst. Every time I have to edit one together I feel ashamed hahaha. Great work as always.

[@davefoster7770]

It's nice to finish things. But sometimes you just can't. You have, however, managed constant overall progress. I think you are definitely winning. After looking at all the shonkyness you have sorted out, I am relieved you actually made it back from Scotland to do the work you have done. It's looking awesome. I'm looking forward to the Mediterranean cruise videos. Or what ever the fruits of your labour desires.

[@andrewbooth6790]

Has anyone else realized this had probably been the best video yet? It's packed with different projected. I loved it

[@bobadam7021]

I miss being behind and binge watching hours of these videos.

[@abigbozo]

Mads, for your island refrigerator, have you considered making the top out of multiple pieces? That way the whole thing doesn't need to be opened when only a small part needs to be accessed. You will lose lots of cooling air on a sailboat when the whole thing is opened. I suggest making the top out of two or three sections, each of which could be opened independently. Yes, that means more mechanisms, but in the long run, it may be well worth it. Also, the top needs fiddles, to keep whatever is on it, on it. 10-20cm fiddles or more will work great. Round them over on the top edges. Looking great. I hope to run into you and Ava on your vessel when you are on the seas. Not literally. Just to meet in person.

[@garysouza2277]

He seems to have made up his mind, unfortunately. I don't think it's a good idea either.

[@bryanwatt9751]

Omg, next week's episode is gonna be EPIC!

[@robinblueqube]

with everything going on in the world these days I really needed this weeks episode, thanks Mads.

[@victorjkellysr6600]

You are one incredibly patient craftsman.

[@davidbutler5114]

Boat projects..... twice as long twice as many runs for hardware and twice as many delays. Looks like your right on schedule 👍

[@TheDecguy]

You have become familiar with many metal working skills in the last year. Maybe it’s time to meet Mr. Bridgeport. You could mill out a new mast step instead of beating the old one with a hammer. I’m sure Mr. cement boat guy could tell you about Bridgeport’s. There could be much more fun in your future!

[@morgan17121712]

Great work as always. Please paint Athena navy blue! All the best boats are blue!

[@mattevans-koch9353]

A week of endings in a single video is called a "cliff hanger" in the tv world over here. You will definitely have a large return audience next week! Thank you Mads for the great videos. Take care and have a great week ahead.

[@guy.h]

Just a quick message to say how much I liked the music & audio editing in this one - I don't often notice your music other than the 'timelapse one' but the music in this one really worked well with the mix of real-life sound ... well I thought so anyway 😁

[@echtogammut]

You would save yourself a tonne of time and money buying the cheapest bench buffer and 6-7" buffing wheels. The larger wheels last much longer, are cheaper and give you lot better control. You've already spent the money on pads, but if you need to do more, get a $50-60 bench buffer. As always love the show.

[@malcolmgordge8550]

Really enjoyed your excellent quality of work!! Well done, you are getting closer to the end, little by little by little...

[@shawngreenwood7825]

Ya Mads as always a fun vlog, nice to see your dog. Typical boat stuff, always at the mercy of the weather or supply issues. lol

[@craigsmith2889]

I think that this was one of your best videos because there was a lot of variety. As always, job well done. We always look forward to your videos on Sunday afternoon in West Michigan, USA.

[@danielbuckner2167]

Mads you certainly have skills but as someone else who does the same sort of work the talent that stands out the most is your editting speed. I would love to see a behind the scenes or just understudy for two weeks to see that process as you seem to have it down quite well!😛

[@itsalljustanillusion9620]

Always amazed at how much work you manage to do.

[@sailingavocet]

great job Mads! We just uploaded part 1 of our haul out where we show our seamless deck to hull joint. it seems like we were inspired by the same source! Cheers!

[@feikeverweij5926]

Hey Mads. Maybe you can "hinge" the cut-out tube in your stainless "garden fence" on the back so you can open and close that part. That might make it easier to access the boat from the back

[@jamespotter936]

Back many many years ago when I was in high school my favorite class was shop class. Wood shop and metal shop. I took the class all four years.The two teachers were the best. I think you would be a great teacher.

[@MaxMakerChannel]

Start outsourcing some jobs. Time will be very tight towards the end! I can lend you my Kreg Router Table until you finish this build. Its in Lübeck.

[@benters3509]

Fear not! I always enjoy watching your videos.

[@jamessinger6117]

Great video. Consider elongating the stern rail with solid tubing at least along cockpit. I am considering having stainless tube welded in mine up to the gates so I have solid rail for the endless items that need to be clamped to it. Just a thought. Sorry if repetitive. Sail life is #1 channel on KZbin!

[@twokharacters]

Hang in there Mads, this video was great!

[@EvelOttos]

I thought FOR SURE that the bent mast step was going to turn into a multi-part series on how to cast your own aluminum parts. :) Sometimes the simplest fix is best and gets you out on the water sooner. I would also like to request a burial at sea for that router table...once it has been stripped of all plastic, of course.

[@lerkzor]

Hi there, Mads - I always look forward to your weekly updates. A couple of quotes for you: 1) "Everything always takes longer and costs more" 2) "Life is what happens after you have made other plans" Hang in there, and see you next weekend!

[@Dragging79]

With all the craziness going on here in the states. I welcome your videos as well as other sailing channels. Thank you and best of luck.

[@mdarmistead58]

Mads, First let me say that I really enjoy your channel and the projects you detail! I have binge-watched from the beginning over the last couple of weeks. Please do not take this as criticism, but I am a bit concerned about what you're planning to do with the counter top on the island. If you decide to go ahead with the current design, please consider some way to lock the top in position after it is opened. If it is not locked, there is a strong possibility that if it is opened when you encounter a wave that rolls Athena heavily, it could potentially close the top quickly and unexpectedly. I look forward to more videos of new projects, and I hope that you can be reunited with Ava very soon. Keep up on the great work!

[@TsarOfRuss]

Your dog does understand who you are talking to, he is always confused.. like "What did master smoke again"

[@svwhimsy2443]

The sliding tube was probably used to make it easier to haul the dinghy outboard motor aboard. It is actually a good idea if you can make it click-lock into place.

[@lydiaajohnson]

It’s okay Mads, many of us aren’t having a great week. You’re in good company.

[@MrEdwardhartmann]

Can't wait for next week - what could be better than a Sunday with two "Happy Endings".

[@kylebronisz9689]

Love thr videos! Look forward to them every sunday

[@greg84981]

Have you ever tried sanding with control spray? Just apply a super fine mist of spraypaint before your last grit, and then sand until all the paint is gone. This makes sure you don't miss a spot, and it makes scratchmarks from lower grits more visible. It might even be a good idea to do this for every grit, when working on stainless.

[@robw2379]

You can make the rail and stiles on the table saw. Set up is fiddly, but if you are doing a bunch.... no time lost.

[@christopherolson5534]

This video and lack of an ending is like my life. I live an 60 mi from town. I always need one more thing!

[@chrisbalchin1481]

Hi my friend, from here in England. Just came across you today and have alredy enjoyed this video, plus 2 about building your fridge. Wìth reference to your Rode mic, what I heard sounded simply like a break of the long thin microphone lead. A very common electronics fault, and likely due to poor strain relief of the lead, but it is a simple fix!!!! Really enjoying what I'm seeing. Wish I found you sooner

[@jetblast1212]

Once again a great video Mads, you're making real progress week by week.

[@stevethurlow6284]

make sure your swim ladder has at least three rungs below the water when lowered, we had the owner of Cape Dory sailboats make a new bi-fold ladder that would swing up and fill the area between the opening of the stern rail and lowers down about 3 ft in the water for our charter fleet

[@anderssjodahl1193]

I wait for your weekly video every sunday! You really make a rebuild to a fun journey!

[@mickfisch96]

Hang in there Mads. Lots of work and patience and I imagine at times overwhelming but you’ll love it once ‘finished’.

[@michaelfranco1312]

I was checking on line about the lift up hinges for your island. Great idea by the way. I found hinges with two parallel bars connect the left and right hinges. Some of these had triangulated corner braces that eliminated the size to side movement you now have.

[@davidlane1137]

Cheap, Fast, Good - pick any two.

[@nealt8173]

Wish I had your drive and determination. Great craftsmanship. Can’t wait to see the next step.

[@SkyroofNova72]

Your cliffhangers are getting better. Well played sir 😉

[@jonathanfager6974]

Nice to see some Biltema!!

[@DhulstDirk]

Great video! When you replace the middle section of tube, leave the smaller diameter tube in as well. It will hold the larger diameter tube in place while you are welding, it will act as a backstop to your weld, and it will act as a heat sink. (I am quite sure you already thought of this, but just in case..... )

[@AA828]

Boy you sure do jump around on different projects in this video!

[@sailingavocet]

it happens a lot on a boat haha

[@DavidA877]

Mads - Great progress love your work- Regards Australia

[@alexcouto9772]

Perspectives. Your so called mini-projects are my great overwhelming big projects. eheheh!

[@Anne6621]

jobs well done , always enjoy your movies !!! top notch skills

[@robinhodgkinson]

The trick to good polishing ( which yes is pretty obvious I guess, and you’ve probably worked out a long time ago - but for other’s benefit....) is this. If you go, for example 200 - 400 - 800 - 1200... you need to make sure the 400 has removed all the 200 scratches before you move on to 800. Because the 800 is not going to remove the 200 and you may not be able to easily see that the 400 has not removed all the 200, until the 800 has removed the 400 scratches. : ) The net result of all this is your 2-3 grits down the list, and all the work that entails, before you realise you were a bit hasty on an earlier grit. Which results in two factors: you have a shiny object with deeper scratches that you can’t polish out with the finer grit you’re now at. And if you want it shiny you need to start again at the level you rushed and go through the process again! At which I have some of experience.... The moral of this story is don’t rush it. Or you’ll end up doing it twice. : (

[@wilber504]

your glorious sanding makes my day. Keep up the great work.

[@dontknowenator]

Hanging out for multiple happy endings next week. See youuuuu then!

[@nildefonsop]

Always happy when I see the notifications for your videos 👍

[@finnsailing69]

nice collection of small jobs!

[@Drowe71]

You could modify the tool, replace plate the router attaches to, etc. It may help and possibly cheaper than buying a more expensive machine.

[@leighmarkey6679]

Mast Base - the amount of load from the mast may be flexing the deck b/c it looks (I could be wrong) unsupported. The forward bulkhead looks like it’s behind the mast step. Therefore with load and subsequent rig pulsing (which every rig does underway) it could be flexing that area a bit. Maybe a new laminate beam that spans the cabin top under the base. Maybe there is a support bar that you have a I didn’t catch in the video, I would give some thought.

[@groermaik]

That smaller bar was probably a large dent repair in that cross bar.

[@TimXXX1960]

Another great episode. Have you thought about a step-through pulpit?

[@floridasaltlife]

I sure like seeing those sub #'s going up.

[@kirsten07734]

The crystal structure in some metals can be strengthened (heat treated) OR weakened (annealed) by application of heat. I’m a biomechanical engineer so I don’t do much with aluminum but I know at least some aluminum alloys can be affected by heating. So I suggest you double check with Seldon about how you heated and straightened the aluminum part to make sure it’s strength would not have been affected. A good machine shop may be able to re-treat it for you if it was. Dismasting is better than fire or sinking but not by much to my way of thinking. Best regards. I thoroughly enjoy your channel.

[@murph914]

Are those router bits from Marc Sommerfeld? He and his brother Craig invented the first pocket hole jig. They used his name, kreg. Their bits are great, but you really need the preset tool to take advantage of them. They have an ultra nice router table that is diy. You could make it, use it, and sell it when you’re done. That same kit fits into a table saw too… if you have access to one

[@Uukrul1]

As a DIYer you might consider building your own router table. There are many KZbin videos out there and plans on the internet. I have confidence that you can make one pretty cheap that is way better than "Cheapo Router Table"

[@richardayres2949]

Don’t over grease the winch components when you put them back together. Have fun. Always worth having spare Springs and pauls on board.

[@reb101a]

Here a link to another sailboat DIY KZbin channel. This one shows them mistakenly over greasing, then later explaining their mistake: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZO4qKB7lsZ1m6M

[@kingposeidon9362]

Sailing Fair Isle's Annual winch greasing kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnipgZSqiaeSj6c

[@tombarker3608]

I continue to enjoy your videos. Nice to see Jukol. My comment is would you be better served painting the haul last? By your own calendar splash down is in 2021. I would hate to see Athena get weather beaten. Hi Ava.

[@Bikerbob59]

Thanks for the great content. Between you and travels with Geordie. I learn so much about rebuilding boats I get depressed about ever doing one. lol Thanks and Cheers from Western Canada.

[@nfinitymarine4466]

When I build rail and style doors on the router table I use a set of push down feather boards I built that are adjustable so that each part gets the same pressure on the jointing surfaces. It makes cheap tables somewhat usable. You do need to build an aluminum router plate if you're ever going to turn out repeatable parts. My advice to a woodworker with more skill than I'll ever have. Love what your doing with the old boat.

[@albatros1752]

second that

[@johnVidBozo]

Feather boards would be great. When you do those cope and stick joints you need to have consistent down pressure. Mads, is there any way you could stiffen the router plate? Perhaps some angle iron/aluminum? Great looking frames! The extras are not mistakes, just setup tests!

[@markbernier8434]

Thirds on that. An aluminium plate makes all the difference. The only thing better is a precision lift ($$$$$) Feather boards are a must or every good part is luck.

[@denniscollins2032]

Aluminum or possibly thick Plexiglas. Not cheap plastic, the IKEA of router tables. Use one week and throw it away. Sometimes cheaper is more expensive.

[@louwilliams8528]

That was what I was going to recommend. The basic table will be ok, you just need a much stiffer plate. Aluminum or stainless, I know you have some of that. Feather boards are easy to make and work wonders. Don’t feel bad about the kindling we all go through that stage. I was a professional cabinet maker for years.

[@finnandodge3243]

Are you planning to put dinghy davits on Athena

[@twiper]

Regarding the winches, use the right grease and grease lightly to prevent black rain spots on your boat.

[@cnc75adventures49]

Doing good big finish or not still fun following along 👍👍

[@tomheguy8442]

Hi Mads I’m a little late to the party and the link for t-shirts is no longer active. I hope you make them available again. I’m still watching your videos from two years ago but catching up quickly and enjoying them immensely.

[@travlnchaz239]

Look at it this way it's a cliff hanger for us. We will just have to come back next week to see if you get those things finished.

[@garykagel7196]

Glad to see you bought the rail and stile router bits.

[@Zohnerism]

I watch your old videos to laugh at how much work you still have to do.

[@crustycurmudgeon2182]

Honestly, Mads, with your talents you could build a router table which would not only be vastly superior to the "El Cheapo 2000", but probably rival high-end manufactured tables (for a lot less money). A comment from @East of Edom Apiary Darren Miller (below), mentions an aluminum router plate-- which you could have fabricated for you. Just a thought...

[@bobrose7900]

Polishing mop and "soap"...! You'll get a mirror finish - easily. I've seen worse winches, there'll clean up fine. Trend for a router table. Great video and a Sunday night must watch now.

[@SilverBully]

Hello mads, maybe a suggestion for another nice ending next week: dramatic demolition of the router table. Your boat is really starting to look like a sailing boat with sailing goodies like mast foots and winches. Very nice, must make you feel good. These are things in the last phase of the somewhat extensive refit of Athena.

[@stevecobb6001]

Best part of Sundays is watching your content. Your doing a great job!

[@ronaldwarren5220]

The hammer you used earlier is affectionally referred to as a "Tonya Harding" to those of us who watch the You Tube channel "Vice Grip Garage".

[@PDF4711]

3:54 now this looks reassuring :)

[@gac914]

"Cheap-O-Matic". . . . . I believe they also carry those here in the U.S. too!!! ;-)

[@documetricsinc.6135]

Yes, and they all come from China, which gets rich from our love of cheap.

[@klif_n]

Industrious as always. Keep at it!

[@gordonniessen8098]

6:32 I think the dust collector bag is due for a change.

[@Bacoprah]

The cliff-hanger ending episode :)

[@allan8004]

Hi , I love all your videos and techniques however having done an awful lot of metal polishing in my time I think you could save a lot of time bye not using such a harsh grit on the stainless, using a lighter grit will produce less scratches and allow your high buff to appear much faster, also bit of a shame you did't give the mast base the same treatment, only with aluminium wet sand with 600 finish with 1200 and start buffing to a high shine, may not be seen but you know it's done, thank you for your videos I enjoy them all, all the best from Aus, Allan