The deck is FINALLY starting to come together! - E011

What core material did I choose? In this video we will go over the plan for the bow of the boat and start installing some new core material…. Sort of…
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For my project I have decided to use Divinycell H100. I think it is a good balance between weight, strength, and cost. Something that I like VERY much is that it is resistant to water! Diab were very kind to send some samples my way that I can use on the project. This video is NOT a paid advertisement and I have purchased the material for the project with my own funds.
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0:00 - Welcome to the Boat Shed
1:05 - Checking on the glass work from last time
1:23 - Model of plan for core material at the bulwarks
2:05 - An introduction to the main core material for the project
3:04 - Pulling up the peel ply
4:42 - An overview of the plan for core materials on the deck
5:18 - Trimming and shaping the foam strips
6:07 - Preparing the Coosa Center panel
8:38 - Installing the Foam Blocks
12:05 - Special Thanks
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[@jakenuckolls9316]

"It's like after 30 years, I have an allowance again." Quote of the year. Love this.

[@livingforsail]

🤣 I’m glad that you enjoyed it. I appreciate you tuning in. 🙏👍🙌

[@soapysails]

The way you show via drawings and camera work, makes understanding and learning so much easier. Thanks😊

[@livingforsail]

Thank you! I’m glad to know that you find the video useful! 🙏👍🙌

[@gregjohnson9051]

Sweet!

[@brianmacadam4793]

I have a foredeck repair/replacement coming up this winter. Very VERY useful video !

[@livingforsail]

Thank you. 🙏. All the best with your restoration. I will have some more deck work coming soon! 👍🙌

[@kevinmartin3859]

Nice one well done 😊😊

[@livingforsail]

Thank you! 🙏

[@pmsheridan1492]

Nice shirt hoser. 🙂

[@pmsheridan1492]

Just found the chanel. Awesome project and Bob Perry!! I've got a couple of core projects in the spring. Looking forward to following this project.

[@user-bn2hf3on2b]

I love the mental machinations and the executions of your repairs/restoration - please keep them coming.

[@livingforsail]

Thank you for your comment and also teaching me a new word today! 🙏👍🙌

[@robertscholz4486]

Hey Jon, I love the fact that you chose to stagger the foam core up against the bulwarks, and the choice to go with the Koosa board under the center section for strength. I'm glad to see that you chose to go with the H100, I think that is the best solution from both the cost and strength perspectives -- not to mention the hydrophobic qualities! Keep up the great work!

[@livingforsail]

Thanks. I think it is going to provide a really sturdy deck! I appreciate the feedback. 🙏👍

[@martyb3783]

Well Done! I am impressed with your work thus far. Great video!

[@livingforsail]

Thank you very much 🙏👍🙌

[@gregjohnson9051]

😊

[@viktorbrattsti9397]

Thanks for the mention! I have chosen the same core material for replacement in my Colin Archer Cruiser, nice to see how you do it and why you chose it.

[@livingforsail]

I think it’s a good choice Viktor. Excited to see how your project goes. Good luck with the shed build!

[@jonwrcongo]

So much we enjoyed about this video - not the least, the great music. Well done!

[@livingforsail]

Thanks! I hope you caught the shout out at the end too. 😉

[@jonwrcongo]

@@livingforsail Yes, we did. That was a fun perspective you brought to it.

[@andrewmoylan6295]

G'day John, jolly good show old mate getting stuck in to it, coming along nicely.

[@livingforsail]

Thank you Andrew! Much appreciated! I was getting stuck to it there too for a bit. Literally… epoxy is tenacious stuff!

[@andrewmoylan6295]

@livingforsail 👍😄 Yeah, pretty messy stuff , be all worth it , nice work

[@chrislee7817]

Guessing you watch Matt on the Duracell project? Different yet similar 👍

[@livingforsail]

Yes, I love their channel. Antidote had just come into our lives when they started their channel and I’ve been mesmerized by it since. 👍

[@nikolatesla5553]

Looking good!

[@livingforsail]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tarivard]

excellent plan!

[@livingforsail]

Thanks Tim. I think it will work out really well. Let's all hope that I can get this vacuum system to work...

[@gregjohnson9051]

That piece of glass probably acted as a good, but expensive tack cloth.

[@livingforsail]

Haha! Exactly!! 🙌

[@JimT-]

Great video! The illustrations do a good job communicating the work being done. I am looking forward to seeing your vacuum bagging equipment and technique! I will be going down the same re-coring road soon on a 69 Kenner Privateer 26 ketch. I was planning on using balsa core (sheer strength, cost, and availability) but after watching your last two episodes I am giving serious consideration to using Divinycell. One thought I had was if balsa core can be run through a planer as easily as the h100. I didn’t really consider that until this video.

[@livingforsail]

Thanks Jim! I appreciate the feedback. Balsa is a great choice. Some have said it is easier to use because it adheres well without vacuum and that’s an interesting point to consider. I don’t think that you will be happy with the results if you try to thickness plane it but I’ve never tried. I think it would get chewed up pretty badly but defer to someone with more experience. 👍

[@jonunya3128]

I had a good laugh at 'after 30 years I have an allowance again.."

[@livingforsail]

🤣 Somehow after all this rotten core I still have a sense of humor?! Happy to hear I made some people laugh. Thanks for the feedback. 🙏🙌

[@jonwrcongo]

We appreciated the humour of that comment too. That alone is value for stepping up this month. Ha.

[@mikegavin8899]

thanks for the series im loving it. Do you have cost estimates for each project, like the decks, if you do, could you share them so I can get an idea? thanks a lot!

[@livingforsail]

Thank you! 🙏 I’m glad that you’re enjoying the series. I have some rough estimates but I think what will be more useful to you and the other people watching is some cost breakdowns after the fact. I’ll plan on that. Cheers! 🙌👍

[@brownnoise357]

Good going. Nice !m👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️ comments also help the algorithms. ☺️ Bob in Wales.

[@livingforsail]

Thank you Bob! 🙏

[@solosailinghomeschool8627]

Awesome work on this your probably done now and off sailing (don’t tell me I’ll keep watching). I’m about to fix the soft deck on my boat I don’t have a vacuum pump and was considering doing it from below as I’m worried about my ability to a good standard have you made a video about the finish of the deck? Also how did you work out the spacings on the relief cuts? Thanks for sharing

[@livingforsail]

Thanks! 🙏 I laughed out loud here because I am nowhere near done! Haha. I have had a couple of distractions this year but am getting back to the deck full time. Working from the bottom would have some advantages and disadvantages. Working overhead with epoxy is not a lot of fun but you’ll get to keep the nice finish of the deck. I will fair mine as best I can and then use kiwi grip or similar which will hide a lot of any remaining imperfections. Good luck with your deck!!

[@solosailinghomeschool8627]

@@livingforsail ha awesome thanks, sorry to here your not floating yet but I’m honestly loving your content I’ve just bought Boat strength on your recommendation and will start working through that. Also what strength of a Vacum pump should I look for the one you recommend is not available in the uk

[@livingforsail]

​​⁠ No worries. Too bad… that Gast pump is a beauty. Look for a simple diagram pump that can pull down to -25” HG. The target is usually in the -20 to -25” range. You don’t want a rotary vane pump… for this application.

[@solosailinghomeschool8627]

@@livingforsail awesome thanks bro

[@haydenwatson7987]

I am curious why you have decided to save the thin layer of glass over the top of the core material. Wouldn't it be easier and stronger to cut that back to the hull and then lay a new layer of tabbing over the new foam?

[@livingforsail]

Do you mean the tapered ~2" of glass along the perimeter? That is left on as a scarfed joint for the progressively larger glass sections to tab onto. I will probably finish with at least one layer of 1708 that wraps all the way up the bulwark. Is that what you mean?

[@timlamarre8680]

Yes, the closed cell foam. Annoying how the interior teak craftsmanship is so well done but the deck-to-hull just has filler dumped in. Also. After all deck was sealed 3,000 holes drilled to secure decking? The contradictions in original construction are annoying. Looks like you will have a tidy vessel when done. Thank you for posting.

[@livingforsail]

I know right?! I was stunned to see that joint. The boat has a decent reputation for build quality and the interior is top notch. I have been finding some cut corners here and there but nothing that is insurmountable. Thanks for watching! 👍🙏🙌

[@mr.e7022]

Did you make over to the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival to see Tally Ho?

[@livingforsail]

I couldn’t make it over there this time. I’d love to get over there when I can. It’s such an incredible project and I admire their spirit to spare no expense!