The Hull is DONE 🤯 On To Phase 2 of the Build (Custom Aluminum Catamaran Build Pt. 18)

[@spennykcn]

I’m going to miss Dan, Kurt and the other guys from the boatyard when you are done. They have been a really enjoyable addition to the ongoing cast of Delos characters.

[@Resteasy8686]

They should be invited out for a day of sailing once the boat is finished.

[@mainerFREAK]

I miss Brady pre-blue.

[@uhoffmann29]

absolutely ... anyone who calls these guys friends is a lucky person ... such nice individuals (at least from what we can see in the videos ... ;-))

[@svdelos]

They will definitely still be around helping us out with a few more welding tasks here and there!

[@pamelalandesman]

Very interesting content!

[@coryrasmussen6263]

You need to bring Dan on the boat for a little sail once it is all done. We all need a little more Dan in these videos!

[@marthacacncer]

A great video to start the day I had a misfortune, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I also created a channel and am trying to move in that direction, but so far not very successful((gfd

[@svdelos]

They will definitely be along when we break her in, wouldn't have it any other way!

[@svdelos]

@@marthacacncer We are so sorry to hear that, sending you lots of love and good energy your way 💕💕💕

[@tracyzehnder2902]

Love Dan !,

[@user-es6ip5bb6m]

I hope Dan and Stradbroke Yachts gets a ton of work following this project. It really shows their level of expertise and professionalism. They seem like very genuine and great people!

[@georgeweakley2263]

Exactly .

[@thomaspouliquen4964]

Please keep Dan on the channel from time to time :D congrats on the Milestone

[@svdelos]

He will definitely be around, he def adds more than a bees dick of good vibes into the videos 😂

[@sheaross3124]

​@@svdelosI love how he looks genuinely mortified in that moment when he realized kaza was right behind him😂😅 it's a good man that can dick around in the shop but is respectful and kind at his core 💪😏👌

[@greggraham4825]

The build videos are very well done. I am someone who cares little for such things, but I find myself captivated. These videos are allowing me to identify with the new boat and look forward to every bit of progression. The thing about this channel is I very much relate to the original Delos as a character of sorts. It is hard to say goodbye. Yet slowly getting to know Delos 2.0 is making it easier and even exciting. Thanks for including us step by step in the process!

[@svdelos]

Hey Greg, that's so cool to hear that you're getting into the build series! And yes Delos is most certainly one of the main characters in our story, absolutely! We're not saying goodbye to her yet, we're actually planning on going back to French Polynesia later in 2025 to start moving her from French Polynesia towards Australia, so we've still got some incredible miles left on her through some of the most beautiful islands in the world!

[@The_Dark_Shark]

Those Stradbroke blokes are bloody legends!

[@soggybottom3463]

Congratulations, everyone 🤗🤗🤗 One phase ends, a new one begins. Still blown away by Dan and the team at Stradbroke - awesome stuff, guys 🤗🤗🤗

[@alberttalbot9534]

Fantastic major milestone. Well done, and a massive congratulations to Dan and all the Stradbroke team. If you keep up this progress she’ll get her bottom wet before you know it

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much for the well wishes, and we are still blown away too, it's just incredible right?!?!

[@jsjs6751]

@@soggybottom3463 Gotta love these aussies and their accent 😍

[@-B.H.]

Love Dan, Kurt, and the Stradbroke crew! You guys really did pick a great group to work with! Also congrats on moving to the next stage of the build out! It's been a joy watching and learning about new trades/skills!

[@KazingaD]

I hope the Stradbroke boys get another contract quickly, here's to continued success and building badass boats

[@pmorph]

I fitted out a 40' composite cat from the stage you're at, you're right it is a lot of work but hugely satisfying. People think building the hull is a lot of work, nothing compared to the fitout! zillions of details. Those maralon fittings are magnificent! I would never have anything else. Phil

[@Hametyze]

Absolutely fantastic to follow you guys and yes, please keep Dan on the channel, he's magically hilarious. Dan IS the Australian accent.

[@svdelos]

💯percent!

[@operator0]

Spiral flute taps are going to be your best friend, Brian. You wont have to back the tap off to clear the chips, and you wont be left with chips on the bottom of a blind tapped hole when you are done. This is what I use to fabricate parts all day long as a machinist. And, don't let anyone tell you that you can't hand tap spiral flute taps, especially if you get some high quality taps. They hand tap just fine. Yes, high quality spiral flute taps cost more, but breaking taps off in holes is a real pain in the ass, even if you have a CNC machine to mill them out. It can be an absolute nightmare if you don't have such a machine. We use OSG taps in the shop, and that's what I recommend. Additionally, they make ratcheting tap handles, which come in real handy when tapping in confined spaces.

[@ronaldeaker6402]

Woooooohooooo. I got a cold chill when you said, "breaking taps". 🤫🙂 Especially in blind holes.

[@rezawaheed8879]

amen brother

[@bonvoyage5377]

All true, but bear in mind these videos are at least 2 months behind I think, so most of that drilling and tapping is all done anyway!!

[@Mysailingvacation]

Ratchet tap wrench? How about a regular tap wrench. I love it Brian like you're roughing it on board with no other tools using the metric adjustable wrench to do the tapping.

[@larrylegg8245]

Wow! Seeing your new ship Delos, its not a boat any more, outside while you moved her to a new shed for completion, shows just how beautiful and sleek she really is. I believe you are really going to love her when she is finished. Congratulations to Kurt, Dan, and all the guys those who built and designed such a beautiful ship. I am really impressed by their skills and quality of workmanship.

[@svdelos]

Thanks Larry, we will pass on the kind words to the team, we are also absolutely blown away not only by the quality and speed of the work, but also by what a pleasure it has been to work with them. Truly top notch humans!

[@BumblingSailor]

Just watch for water absorption in the acetal. It can tend to bind up the bearing once saturated if it's too tight a fit. She's looking absolutely stunning!

[@matteframe]

hope to see them out on Delos 2 in the future

[@trevhedges]

Cheers guys, thanks Krili , merry Christmas guys!

[@jackechan1311]

...and no breastfeeding! lol....

[@glennburch1081]

MESMERIZING! Only adjective that comes to mind to describe these episodes. What an amazing opportunity to be in a position to build your new home one bolt and one weld at a time, from start to finish. So, so very impressed with Stradbroke Yachts.... especially Dan's expertise, as well as his calm and humorous personality. I love to watch him work, very accurate and efficient with minimal OOOOPSIES! I have also learned that Brian is quite a tech as well, so knowledgeable. Very happy for the Delos team. Great video guys,TY.

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much for the kind words Glenn!

[@sauer138]

Thanks!

[@svdelos]

Thanks for watching!

[@Bigfish300]

It is only in the drone shot that you really appreciate the size of the coachroof and the sleekness of the hulls. Awesome ship guys and gals

[@svdelos]

Yeah its such a cool perspective with the drone that we can't normally get when she is inside the shed, we are sooo blown away at how beautiful she is!

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Brian & Kazza, it is so exciting to see Delos2 finish one phase and now step into another. Much like watching a child be born and growing to adulthood. And she is a beautiful soul with technology, functionability & creativity. Well done mates. YOU GUYS ROCK!❤❤❤

[@calevel]

Progress is amazing!! So glad to see that you are giving a good word out for recommendations to the ship yard and Forman! Hard working people and true professional👍

[@svdelos]

We couldn't have asked for a better crew or a better quality product, truly next level humans right here 🙌

[@grapeape1199]

I’ve been following for years. I’m so happy for y’all. I love the new boat, but I will miss seeing y’all in Delos it’s been fun🎉❤

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much for coming along on the journey with us all these years! We will miss Delos as well, although we still have some really incredible miles ahead of us as we will eventually start making the journey from French Polynesia to Australia with stops in some of the most beautiful parts of the world. Will be such a crazy feeling when Delos and Delos 2.0 are eventually rafted up together!

[@jurriaanvanderlinden3605]

Thnx team💪🏻💜 I want to wish you all, all the best for upcoming Christmas days and looking forward to this new year🎄💜

[@Charlie-Oooooo]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! Teamwork makes the dream work. Major milestone for the project! 👍

[@thememorytravelerReset]

This build has been fascinating! Thrilled to watch the next steps. Sierra’s wahoooooo is so joyful❤❤❤ Merry Christmas to all 🎄

[@R33F3RMONSTER]

The boats looking great! Great job Dan and team!

[@haydenwatson7987]

I replaced all of my thru hulls with the Marelon Series 93 seacocks and really love them. The only problem that I had was 3 out of 4 leaked when I launched. The leak in all cases was at the buttress threads between the thru-hull and the flanged seacock. I followed the directions from Forespar to seal the threads. "As with any threaded pipe assembly, Teflon®tape should be applied to the thru-hull threads for a watertight connection." The Teflon tape did not seal the non-tapered buttress threads. I ended up loosening the flange seacock while in the water until only one thread was still engaged. I then smeared in a bunch of paste pipe sealant and retightened the seacock into place. That stopped all leaks. Teflon tape's primary function is to lubricate the threads so that you can screw them farther into the taper to reduce the joint size. With straight threads, this does not work. I think the better way to seal them is to coat the threads with paste pipe sealant and then possibly wrap that with a couple of turns of Teflon tape.

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much for the insight Hayden, will definitely keep this tips in mind if we run into any leaks when we splash!

[@haydenwatson7987]

@@svdelos If you installed them with just Teflon Tape, you might consider unscrewing the seacocks and resealing them with pipe dope. The Buttress threads have a lot more slop than regular NPS threads which means that the sealant needs to fill a bigger void. Much less stressful to fix it when on the hard rather than when you are floating.

[@sheilamcdonough5191]

You all look great and i'm so excited for you. It is looking like a boat!! So happy for you all, that you are fulfilling your dreams and will have so much more space for your family on your beautiful catamaran!!

[@elinicfurniture6860]

You guys make exciting, educational videos even on very technical stuff. Still remember the ones on standing rigging replacement, it was better than any professional book! Thank you!

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much for the kind words! We def put a lot of love into filming and editing the videos, so it makes us very happy to hear the juice has been worth the squeeze 😄

[@2olfarts811]

Glad to see you have moved onto the next chapter. 🎉 May you have happy new year with new challenges ahead. Seems to have been a time for building and rebuilding by many channels. The minute detail you provide is especially significant for those looking to do the same. It would be great to see some of the behind the scenes occurring and how the family is handling the time on land, life on the hard, handling the challenges with manufacturing and orders for the build, and especially the nugget. Happy New Year to you all 🎉🍾🏄‍♂️🌊🏝️⛵️

[@jasonquagliata7431]

Beautiful looking boat guys.. Congratulations to Dan and Kurt for building an absolute weapon of a boat 🚢 Great looking line's 👌 Mint job 👏

[@robertcolvin3182]

I've been watching your channel for years and have enjoyed every minute of all your adventures. Transformation from a floating Batchelor pad to a home full of love with the addition of the Nugget, it has always been one great video after another. So, here's wishing the three of you a very Merry Christmas and with hopes for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

[@braddonbuckley8629]

Congrats on achieving such a huge milestone, well done to Dan and his team they have made the build process fun and enjoyable. Looking forward to the fit out it will be challenging I’m sure. Nothing team Delos can’t handle

[@migueldelaguardia]

You found the right shipyard and a great crew to build your dream.The videos are getting better and better.Thank you guys.

[@joec4871]

Interesting video. Gives plenty of insight and explained very well. Looks like a beautiful build. I saw how the little princess enjoyed the trampoline on your friends boat so, I'm sure she'll be quite excited with her new home. Me, having sailed the world many times in the U.S. Navy love sailing but I'm not a sailboat guy, too much work for me 😂😂. I'll take a powerboat. Good luck to you guys and smooth and blessed sailing.

[@Richard-ig3bz]

Love the lines! Being that all boats are compromises it looks like you've done well in keeping a performance design with considerations for cruising and underbody protection which is important for self sufficiency. If it had daggerboards and elliptical rudder it would very much be a high performance cat.

[@JohnBergeron-o2n]

Incorporate in the next design

[@jsjs6751]

​@JohnBergeron-o2n Yes, they really should make another boat after this one. By then, they have found all the poor decisions they did on this build (and yes, there will be some).

[@matekwana]

Gonna miss Dan - hope he joins you for a cruise when you're back on the water.

[@luisvaldivieso5217]

Watching these videos have really helped me understand what types of details go into a boat. I had no idea.

[@user-ej1bq4bq2w]

Wow, that is a BIG boat! Seeing it complete (hull) really puts into perspective how incredible this transition really is for you guys. Congrats on another step towards Delos 2.0

[@svdelos]

She really is a beast right?1?!?!?

[@Mark-sp6vq]

That's one bad_ss looking boat. Wishing you all a fortune of memories to come. Merry Christmas

[@bisrat1486]

Amazing progress!! This channel is where I come to get motivated.

[@svdelos]

Love that so much!

[@JoeCuv]

She's looks nice and BIG for a family size cruiser. It'll be nice to have all that deck space for protection in the stormy conditions, as well as solar panels, sailing kit and for lounging in the sunshine. If I was 20 years younger and had a few more 0's on my bank account I'd be asking Dan for my own build. I really hope they fill the next build in soon. The videos are a great advert for the crew. Good luck them and to you on the rest of the build!

[@MarcOtt0606]

loving every minute of it! can't wait until next week

[@ItzPancakeeee]

Been 18 fridays, and i have stayed from the start to here, im so excited for the engine and interior!

[@MrGaza74]

You are all going to have fantastic times in that boat! And I’ll see some of them!!! So cool.

[@kirtandreamrezzer]

What a fantastic build! That massive roof does look bigger, a solar panel playground. Master Dan & team are perfectionists. Congratz guys!

[@tisu5821]

Wow, it looks like a Spaceship 👍

[@gimme1smile]

Really happy about the progress and now have a great&calm Christmas 💚 Merry Christmas 🎄

[@mikeheard4859]

Delos 11 certainly looks amazing, l can’t wait to see her in the water with the rigging and sails all fixed and ready to go, you guys have done an amazing job, congratulations all round

[@DXB711]

Congrats to the Delos 2.0 Team! Thanks for all the extra effort keeping us informed and entertained. Merry Xmas & Happy NYE!

[@r.p.3192]

Phew, that’s a handful of aluminium… it kinda dwarfs Delos N°1… you guys rock ✊

[@davidsartin5708]

Congratulations guys, she looks amazing out in the daylight. WOW! What a boat. 🤠

[@whowearereally6494]

Wow, you guys blow me away; you both look great no matter what you’re doing, Brian you look good doing computers or welding on boats and making things you are all so very talented🎉🎉🎉🎉 you make such a beautiful couple it’s ridiculous-you just complement each other but this is so fun to watch I’m so happy and excited for your dreams to move forward I’ve gotta come up with a new dream!!

[@the6thgate]

I enjoyed the construction more than I thought I would, but seeing it all take shape makes me really looking forward to the final result! Guys did and are doing a great job.

[@maikelarcema]

Agreeable Gray color makes a good contrast with the black and the veneer color that you are using. 😊

[@Lithonion1]

You guys are going to have a beautiful home when it's complete. And knowing where every wire, screw, weld and part is will be a huge bonus when out on the open ocean. Excited for you!!

[@MrKimmerlimmer]

It’s always joy filled with a cup of sadness, when one era ends and a new starts. Just like when you have a crew change. Sadness to say goodbye to the “old” crew, a week or to for greieving, and then new excitement for starting up with the new crew. I guess it’s the same with changing stages in this build. I look forward to the next stage of the build, where I believe Kaza will be a much bigger part of the daily work. It’s been a wonderful addition to this channel with the Stradbroke lads, Dan, Kurt and the rest of the Stradbroke crew. I never learned so much Australian slang beforein my life.

[@kiweekeith]

Congratulations to You Both and some Major thanks to ALL the Hull Builders .... Such Stunning Work and some Wonderful 'Ozzi-isms' and Banter to keep us All So Entertained .... :-) :-) :-) .... Thanks for taking us All along on Your Journey .... Very Best to You, Yours and ALL the Team in #6.... May you all have a Good Break and Blessed Festive Season... Cheers from ChCh, NZ

[@dennismalcolm6620]

GREAT TO SEE THE PROGRESS AND THE MOVE TO THE NEW SHED !!! THOSE AUSTRALIANS SURE HAVE A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR...GOT TO LOVE THEM ❤️ 😍..

[@rachaelmichael3845]

Your boat is looking really great!! Fabulous teamwork!! 🎄 Merry Christmas all!!

[@dwight_klaus2981]

Very exciting to see the progress! That is one good looking cat!

[@paulstephens5229]

Your boat is looking awesome, looking forward to watching you fit out the systems and the interior set up.👍😎👍

[@michaelmcardle]

This has been the best boat building series on KZbin

[@SteveButterworth-n9m]

Yes and No !… I’m enjoying it immensely,as I did with Tally Ho ! Merry Christmas to them both… and you and yours!…

[@svdelos]

@@SteveButterworth-n9m Tally Ho is AWESOME!

[@svdelos]

Thanks so much Michael 🙏

[@AbominableJoshie]

Shed 7 hype! Let's goooo!

[@seanchristie7150]

Fantastic episode, Eight months has flown by, would ne interestingto see how many Aussie slang terms you have all picked up. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanks for a wonderful year of content, looking forward to the next phase of the build. Will be very strange not to see so much of the straddie crew

[@timothycheuvront8284]

Merry Christmas from Texas Ya'll! Thanks for a great year of adventure!

[@samm1676]

Damn that boat looks way nicer then how I thought it would. Can't wait to see her on the water ⛵

[@StephenDesRochesTheSailingGuy]

I smiled at the first "Woohoo!" (trademark Nugget) and I have smiled at every "Woohoo!" since (so cute). I hope to do so for many more to come! I have watched every episode since a little before Madagascar (with a few bought beers along the way). Can't way to watch the adventures of Delos 2.0!

[@shirleygardner5483]

Merry Christmas to you all!🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@di3352]

I love watching your episodes, especially as we have our boat at the same Mariner, too. It's a pity my partner and I haven't bumped into you both yet but that's okay. We have seen your amazing boat and it's incredible. Ours is a much smaller boat and a completely different type. Unfortunately, the flyover keeps missing our boat, though it did capture it once, which we loved to see and we'll be working on our boat March/April next year. We'll be at the Mariner on Christmas Day. Who knows, maybe we'll bump into you both. Have a fantastic Christmas! :)

[@TomSmith-nx3hx]

Video was awesome, but "woohoo" still does it for me. Thank you for sharing and merry Christmas.

[@Jack93885]

So cool that they crew knew to (and how to) get a shot of the hull while it's moving, that was real nice of them. You're turning those catamaran constructors into cinematographers

[@svdelos]

Another skill to add to their already impressive resume 😂

[@ianPedlar]

Haha, sometimes us English speakers here in England use the phrase 'end of an era' tongue in cheek because the word era is so close to the word error 😁

[@albergaharriott5257]

Dan is a celebrity after this build and that boat is beautiful and it is not even completed yet. I can't wait to see and be further impressed with the finished product

[@StandardLivingHomestead]

Merry Christmas to you guys. Hope you have a great new year!.. can’t wait to see the finished boat.

[@mosstd]

After all these years of you giving me music that I fell in love with (tatono being one of my favourites so thank you for that) I thought I would let you know there is a band from England called sheds Severn that was big in the 1990s Brit pop era. worth a listen and think you may catch a vibe.

[@SailingAstridTheWombat]

Exciting milestone well done guys! ⛵️⛵️

[@robm.7568]

I 'Liked' the video before I even started to watch. Fascinating to watch the build, and really cool that they let you help them. Dan and his crew seem like a fun bunch to work with and their attention to detail is commendable. Wish I could afford to fill the next build slot lol.

[@Drenec1324]

To solve your leaking bolt issue on the tank covers you could use cap nuts and nylon washers instead of the normal nuts and washers. As for the interior which you design in 3D based on the exact size of the boat the following. A while ago you measured the boat and you were excited to see how accurate the dimensions were kept. Now that the boat is fully welded you might want to measure again. I have seen shrinkage between 0.3% and 0.6%, so it is worth measuring. Merry Christmas. Frank Mulder

[@Dawna-d5u]

Merry Christmas and happy holidays. We at the oregon coast are so proud and excited for you. Congratulations on new passages and freedoms

[@OsaTheCat]

Congrats on all the progress guys! It’s been fun to watch.

[@andrewdavisca]

WoooHOOO!! ... another so so enjoyable video! exciting days!!! Love the editing in the sly Mr.Bean humour! 😁

[@marthacacncer]

I faced a tough challenge when I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, but I decided to start a channel and focus on that direction. Unfortunately, I haven’t made much progress yetxfd

[@Bombuzzz]

This boat is soo beautiful, I hope to build the same one day. Congratulations.🎉

[@m.1622]

Delos 2.0 looks absolutely gorgious 🎉 I haven‘t expected the look of it while it moved the shed. Congrats to that gigantic milestone🎉 just checked out on marine traffic app the current location of Delos 1.0 😢❤

[@AK2HI]

I’ve been a commercial fisherman for over 30 yrs in AK and love seeing this kind of stuff, good luck keep rocking your way to freedom

[@maxalot113]

Outstanding work you guys, this boat is outrageous!

[@xpresident]

That build is amazing! What a great job those boys down under did!

[@barrycranson7666]

omg you guys are going to have so much fun on that beast thanks again for the vid I find them super interesting

[@MrPaulcm1]

Fantastic guys, the boat looks amazing. Way to go guys. Have a great Christmas :)

[@davidcatanach2620]

That was incredibly fast. Congratulations on the major milestone. The finish line, while still a fair way off, is visible from here. Totally committed to this build.

[@mathisj6582]

"I think we gotta rethink this whole thing Kazz"...... Building a cabin, instead of a boat, Brian? :) Thanks Kurtz and Dan! You two are awsome!

[@dadthejedi]

Great editing once again. I loved the one shot where the plug was being drilled through the hull and the music stopped right when the plug came out.

[@bluedog1052]

Dan and the crew at Stradbroke Yachts are absolute incredible masters of their craft and it's been amazing watching them because those skills aren't learnt overnight or watch a youtube vid to replicate that skill level.

[@rarebreed6703]

She's so cool and I can't wait to see her in the water.

[@rickstevens1479]

You guys got lucky finding a true legend like Dan and his whole crew .. the next 12:51 step will be probably even more important and difficult.. can wait to see the rest of this build.. 😊..

[@randompizza14]

You guys are so lucky this looks like a great build!

[@dennisash7221]

Nice big milestone, the fit out is going to be fun and like a never ending story, it's the little details that take the time

[@highvibe4839]

It would be great if Sailing Nahoa would select Dan and Co to build them a cat. They did have plans drawn up through David De Villier however it all went quiet, perhaps their patrons know more than I. Merry Christmas Brian, Kaz and Sierra, it’s that time of year to put a shrimp on the Barby!

[@patchuck1455]

So happy for you guys. Been watching for years and pumped to see this progress.

[@peterfehr4612]

Congrats to you! That is one beautiful boat. Can’t wait to see it on the ocean.

[@joshlindemeier2434]

Need a shirt printed with a collage of “Dan-isms” to commemorate the build and Dan

[@svdelos]

Hahahaha except most of them we can't print on a tshirt for sure 😆But there are definitely some quality tamer ones that we could make work. Love it!!!