Sailboat Refit: State Room Build [E47]

[@TheDuracellProject]

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[@UriahGiles]

Matt, if you right click on a fair amount of his comments and select report, you will be able to select a reason, and in my experience, KZbin then automatically removed all of the offending comments. I'm really enjoying watching your progress with this boat. It's nice to see a modern vessel, and all of the different processes that are used (as opposed to wooden boats). I'm trying to learn as much as I can from watching you, lol. I remember watching the video about Mike Plant years ago and it seems like he was mentioned in a book that I read about one of the races that he was competing in, but I could be wrong. It's really sad how his story ended, but the fact that you have the boat now and what you are doing with it is a beautiful tribute to Mike. I'm sure that he would be happy to see that you are making sure his boat lives on.

[@Yooper05]

They are on every channel. So annoying.

[@777rogerf]

@@Yooper05 Their aim is to get into victim's bank accounts and loot them. Thats more than annoying for those few who are vulnerable to the scam.

[@evangatehouse5650]

Finally - doors don't have to be rectangular. Make it wider at the shoulders but keep it narrow at the feet.

[@davidbenji1]

What a great wife you have! She's so interested and engaged in what you are doing. She's also very supportive of your projects and has a great sense of humor. You're a lucky guy!

[@TheDuracellProject]

It is hard for me to overstate how lucky I am to have a partner as committed as she is to this undertaking.

[@BrianRhodes9763]

I was going to say something similar. She asks the questions that some may not know why you are doing a task a certain way.

[@SwedesGarage]

Totally agree with David, I'm working on a long term car project and my wife don't care at all. Absolutely zero interest and zero support from her 😞

[@normanboyes4983]

@@SwedesGarageGet yourself a boat build.😉

[@SwedesGarage]

@@normanboyes4983 My wife is even less interested in a boat, so it wont work 😞

[@everwind5691]

So from an ergonomic/anthropometry point of view the 90% male shoulder width is just under 20", and most emergency exits need to be at least 32" in width. So if you are carrying something or your a big guy like me where your elbows stick out a bit, you will need at minimum, 26"-28" wide for your stateroom door. This would also help with getting things like mattresses and "stuff" in and out of that area. The door as drawn looks a tad small IMHO.

[@gsh341]

It's absolutely too narrow. Adding even a 2 or 3 more inches of width would make a huge difference. It's not just the actual width of the naked person, but also any clothing such as foul weather gear that needs to go in and out of that hatch.

[@TheDuracellProject]

we think it's too small too. It will be wider.

[@blento9209]

You are one of few channels I like first then I view it. I Absolutely love all aspects of your channel and especially the relationship between two of you.

[@TheDuracellProject]

what a nice thing to say

[@kevinpts9932]

This guy is like the BOB ROSS of boat refitting videos, Keep these videos coming i love em

[@paraweir]

You're a freakin magic boat builder Matt....

[@ChaosClicks]

I know nothing about sailing or building boats but I have been hooked to watching your progress.

[@TheDuracellProject]

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[@michielderuyter6011]

Enjoying every episode 😎 Doing 3 speedboats myself at this moment. A lot of work and love your way of doing things.

[@TheDuracellProject]

best of luck with your speed boat projects!

[@Brian-os9qj]

As you plot the lines, it’s like an artist at work and the music is icing on a sailboat cake

[@SkiFanatix]

I love following along with the build, keep up the great work!

[@mjohnsonxtreme]

I'm currently at home in South Carolina recovering from a surgery. I have never been on a sail boat and have never had any interest whatsoever in owning a sailboat. Somehow youtube decided I should see your episode 1 video and here I am 3 days and 40+ episodes later and I can't wait to see her finished and on the water. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching a young man chasing his passion and enjoying seeing a little piece of history revived. Thank you for helping me during my recovery

[@TheDuracellProject]

What a lovely comment! We are so glad that we could provide a little entertainment to you during your recovery.

[@johnbarry8102]

Well done, good solid work being done there. You're so talented, from Irish John in Looe, Cornwall, UK. Always looking forward to your episodes, well done both of you, and your cat of course

[@MH55YT]

When I'm not confident in a decision, I always sleep on it. You do it too. I usually come up with the right choice after the pondering-period.

[@BYin541]

I really enjoy this series! Such a good vibe.

[@davidbecker4900]

There is advantage to having oval doors. There are no corners where stress forces can merge and produce deformation or cracking. It's also better for watertight doors, as corners tend to leak. Great project!

[@TheDuracellProject]

we agree!

[@dcallan812]

It is a huge improvement over the original living quarters. great update 2x👍

[@Yooper05]

I am currently in Port Angeles for work. Wanted so badly to stop by and say hi. You guys are amazing! Loving this project.

[@TheDuracellProject]

thank you! :) We love PA.

[@richardmclaren8549]

Matt as always, love your work. Every week you go forward. Two feet (610mm) is heaps for that door 🚪. Go for it. 🤔 🐟

[@nickbenfell4327]

It is amazing the progress you have made so far.

[@owenkuntz9108]

The cat makes his way into every video. I look for him every week.

[@billybrown5774]

lol!! "a man and his bulkhead" love it!!

[@TheBubagrunt]

Awesome guys! You’re moving right along! Great progress. God’s blessings!

[@larsjohansen9274]

Thumbs upp even before i have seen the video. Always a delight to see🇳🇴

[@TheDuracellProject]

tusen takk, Lars!

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Great episode! Stay safe and keep rolling along! More progress! 👍👍

[@JohnLee-im7iu]

Not sure what youwillbe putting in the new bedroom, but make sure it can be brought in through the newly bullheaded areas. Mattress, water tanks etc….

[@philippegaspart3311]

*def addicted to vacuum bagging ahaha

[@ECL..]

Great video, clever and thoughtful editing additions

[@evangatehouse5650]

8:41 - just use regular mylar packing tape as a release Matt. The brown stuff. Way cheaper than peel ply and comes in a handy roll :) Don't use clear - it is hard to see where it is.

[@randallcaldwell4611]

I really like your door concept Matt! Please go into more detail bout the difference and costs and strengths of the different foam panels you used on your bulkheads. Love your videos and the roses by the fence are beautiful!😀🇨🇦

[@stevewenban2300]

Been away for a few weeks ,but wow what a fantastic amount of progress Mat ,totally impressed 2 thumbs up dude👍👍

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thanks Steve!

[@peterevosirch7047]

Great Project

[@69Jamii]

Hello Duracell team I'm enjoying your updates and progress, as paddler surfer and occasional yatchie with a industrial /producr designer career and composite hobbist in producing innovative designs and currently fabricating a hydrofoil surfski. I'm really appreciate the depth of your design and construction progess given a hands on tactical design process that is very considered and practical for the long term enjoyment. That said, your door for the stateroom seems a tad narrow and I might suggest that you try a creative approach and consider incorporate the step panel into the door way and hinge the split line to allow a more generous opening. Granted it might require a more intricate design and locking mechanism but might create the easier movement and access. Keep it up.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thank you, it's an interesting idea others have brought up as well. Stay tuned.

[@johnnlausten8841]

Try to watch the last minute of the video and look at the bow of Duracell. it looks like a head that is sad. Admiring your energy and going towards and convinced about the sheep super fine and fast boat.

[@Tinmar12]

You guys are awesome btw!

[@wallyrunnels]

Your technique for figuring out the curvature of the bulkhead is geometry at work. Very interesting. The fact that your doing it on your own is interesting. The material you're ising must be stronger than wood. (foam board?) Great watching you.

[@fabiosimone5339]

What a great job!

[@dannyk3115]

Good job I very injoy wating you rebuild the boat

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thank you

[@timmeade9270]

I love what your doing with Durasail I followed her raceing as a child in the 1980. Question for you have you thought of putting in an office in the boat? I think it would be a good idea as you would be able to continue your posts while on the move and help with any paper work you might need to do in the future while under way. Kind regards Tim

[@TheDuracellProject]

Yes, we built a work space (can't remember which episodes now). It's actually more of a workbench, but can double as an office for video editing etc.

[@rockeyroy1]

Great progress love this project It was a dream of mine since i had access to s Soling's little brother the Yingling (I'm not certain of the spelling ) I sailed it into the atlantic off Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia, Make sure you have everything on a pivot

[@donnakawana]

Your both amazing people. Are you keeping the art? There is a way to save it with epoxy an then give it depth by painting details an such between layers of clear epoxy..I'd so love to see that.Whats there can be approved opon an freshen up as well as updating the original.. Excited for how she's coming along... Thanks for sharing your lives with us grateful ✌🏼💗😊❣️

[@TheDuracellProject]

hey Donna, thanks! The murals have been a bit of a fun debate between me and matt (whether to keep or cover up) and I'm happy to say that I think I've won and the murals (at least the bighorn sheep) are here to stay. We will definitely be touching them up! -Janni

[@Se7nDust]

Add to off-shore essentials list several industrial buckets of neopsorin 🥳

[@TheErmerm999]

if you can keep door widths the same its preferred, it will make getting things in easier you really don't want to get something inside only to not be able to get in into a bedroom, you would find much less issues arise by this rule and feel much more comfortable in your space.

[@lvdriver4]

Your a very skilled builder!! But what part of this project has given you the most stress or do you dred doing?

[@TheDuracellProject]

paying for it! Thanks to our Patrons and this channel, I am able to work full time on it. There are expensive things ahead, though! No dread though. Very challenging, but overall a very positive experience. thanks for being a part of it.

[@forgetn]

Mat have you noticed your viewer numbers are higher than your subscriber base...excellent news for your channel

[@dennisdownes9319]

Very Nice! Keep at it! DD

[@olofh4224]

I’m not completely sure but I think the fireretarding properties of PET can be a thing to look into?

[@Tomm9y]

Given these are not structural bulkheads, I'm wondering how it will cope with even a small amount of flexing of the hull/deck. Great progress with another element of the refit.

[@TheDuracellProject]

they will be structural bulkheads once I glass them in

[@franktaylor7617]

😎👍🇺🇸 I don't envy anyone doing glass work in the PNW. Often too cold and damp, making for cure times to extend out into forever. I rarely ever tell anyone I have any fiberglass experience. Only leads to trouble. 😏 We used the same/similar vacuum bagging process at Boeing building interior panels. Although we used a lot of honey comb core. I'm not I boat person and avoid glass work as much as possible so I don't know how I end up down these rabbit holes.😆 I guess it's because my Dad made a living repairing anything fiberglass when I was a kid. If anything broke. He would glass it. Didn't matter what it was. He even glasses a tortoise shell that was damaged by a car after the tortoise wandered off and got ran over. It lived. I've used my knowledge on a few sport bike projects and random other things, kit cars, small boats and aircraft. Like I said. I don't envy you. But wish you two and crew the best of success. Cheers from Lake Stevens WA.

[@sailingsomeday5975]

Great work as usual - What did the second piece weigh?????

[@TheDuracellProject]

I forgot to weigh it....but I calculated 30 pounds!

[@MountainPirate]

About the door, it looks like it is going quite deep down, regarding the missing floorboards. Might that be the reason it is irritating you? As for the narrowness, is it possible to add a bit of the corner wall to it? Depending on to which side it will open ...

[@aquious953]

Watertight bulkhead takes up allot of space. Could almost double the size of the forward cabin if you took it out.

[@vainwretch]

You could make the door open from the corner diagonally to the other bulk head . Eliminate the short part in between the two longer bulk head's ? Looking good , gear job !

[@vainwretch]

I hate auto correct , great job !

[@nicholastattersfield8793]

if you are looking to brighten up your bulkheads look to light stained blonde Baltic 2MM birch ply or the various canvass backed veneers that can be put up like wall paper over unsanded fibreglass.

[@reloadncharge9907]

That whole offset bulkhead thing might be a PITA when living aboard……from a full till person cruising aboard…thx, Andrew😊

[@TheDuracellProject]

Full till?

[@dwel2928]

@@TheDuracellProject Don't think there are too many "full tills" after refitting a boat like Duracell. Really liked the vacuum bagging demo on the bulkheads Matt.

[@reloadncharge9907]

@@TheDuracellProject sorry….full time! In and out the oval (ship style) bulkhead could get old….after the tenth time, before breakfast! Great project, you folks are doing a great job. Thx, Andrew

[@judybonner8682]

For a few minutes I was worried about the opening being large enough for a mattress. I guess if you bought a mattress in a bag it might fit thru the door. Y’all are doing a fantastic job on your boat. It is fascinating to watch your progress. I look forward to the next episode.

[@TheDuracellProject]

thanks, Judy!

[@JoanOfArgghh]

I'd be making use of that small section that joins the bulkheads as part of a bi-fold door. Then you'd have an opening from that center outside corner instead of the inside corner.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Interesting idea.

[@evangatehouse5650]

You really need to perforate the foam with 1/8" holes on 1" centers to make sure the air can get out of the bottom layers of glass...

[@jdschlough6450]

I love what you all are doing, and very much look forward to the updates. Thank you! My only two cents, watching you walk through the cockpit again, is that twin helms seem ok, but what about a big composite tiller to get all that cockpit space to manage the boat single/double-handed and at anchor? To go the other direction, I can't help but wonder if a giant deck-recessed wheel might more aesthetically in-sync with an old ocean racer? could you get far enough out to see well.? Sidenote I grew up in MN and you guys were pointing out keeping the #5. Mike's # was also the logo for Channel 5 Eyewitness News in Minneapolis at the time - they did a ton of the legwork covering and pitching and supporting Mike's racing. #DuracellLivesOn

[@TheDuracellProject]

we did an epsidoe on the tiller versus dual versus single helm decision a while back....can't remember the episode now. We'll get back into it when I start actually building the cockpit. that's cool you remember the local coverage of duracell in minneapolis. we will definitely keep the 5.

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

1K+ like, 6,344th view beginning... with "Sticky Goop" at 1:26 - here we go.

[@aquious953]

Something bigger to lay down the epoxy? Maybe a window squeegee or a large drywall trowel.

[@bryrensexton4618]

👍!!!

[@jimedson3853]

Sorry I'm late. I was working at the lighthouse. As usual, I'm fascinated by the vacuum bag work. Do you suppose it would work with laminating wood? Thanks for the video.👍🙂

[@TheDuracellProject]

Hey Jim! yes, it would work.

[@nelsonclarke7912]

@@TheDuracellProject Why do you vacuum bag every lay-up? I never really found it worth the extra time, effort and material waste for the ~ 5% savings in waste resin.

[@Swan441]

Love the work, can you tell me the type of green foam you use please

[@TheDuracellProject]

5 lb divinycell

[@ryancappo]

Do you have any ideas for where you would like to sail to yet? Keep making progress on it and soon you two will be on the water.

[@TheDuracellProject]

No plans yet. Just enjoying the journey of the project for now.

[@jorgenr]

That door is a nice incentive to stay slim!

[@RobHealey]

Excellent work as always. I think that the bedroom door is too narrow and over time will become annoying having to squeeze through it, plus makes it difficult to get large object through it.

[@TheDuracellProject]

I agree

[@waterbuoy9121]

Looking good but.....that door to the forecabin looks way too narrow. What level are the new sole boards going to be at relative to the door?

[@TheDuracellProject]

a couple inches lower than the door. I can't get lower than the stringer.

[@dancarter482]

Submarine~TASTIC!

[@jackjfjfjf]

Get on a bloody diet then waterbuoy

[@imabeliever244]

@@TheDuracellProject From the angle we saw, it appeared that the bottom of the door was already below the top of the stringer? Looked to be about an inch above the hull, so there must be an optical illusion from the camera?

[@jackjfjfjf]

You wanna have a shinkey

[@FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill]

If only you could design and patent a 'belly-fat weight-loss' application for the vacuum bag thing - you'd be a bazillionaire... and wouldn't need as many patreons. HEE HEE HEE.

[@TheDuracellProject]

oh my! 😂

[@flossey100]

Beautiful workmanship….I would worry about the curved bottom of the doors as a trip hazard……but I’m just about 70😂😂😂

[@TheDuracellProject]

I do too, the shape of the hull there lends itself to a curved bottom but maybe I can figure a way around that.

[@jasonomelchuck906]

How stiff are the bulkheads with 2 layers of 1708 on each side. If you placed 2 2x4's on the floor, how far apart would they have to be for the panel to flex 1" with you standing on it?

[@evangatehouse5650]

About 3-4' - but it depends on the width of the panel between supports.

[@Deutschtown]

I worked on a yacht production line for a few years, Mostly trimming out the bulkheads in the head. I used to joke that i made my living sitting on a toilet. Don't you just love building boats?

[@TheDuracellProject]

I will be spending a lot of time sitting in the head here soon. Looking forward to it actually.

[@tomforce9839]

Will there ever be a highlight reel of the inspector?

[@TheDuracellProject]

good idea! she would certainly approve.

[@brookedurkan8412]

Just curious Matt! What do you listen to when you're working?

[@TheDuracellProject]

mostly books, but also some podcasts and music. Right now I'm listening to a book called the Storm Light Archive.

[@Emma-zl6pz]

For some reason you really remind me of Sebastian Vettel

[@TheDuracellProject]

others have said this too!

[@chadd9637]

That bdrm door did look a little narrow. I am wondering if you will want to square off the bottom threshold more. With that rounded bottom I could see it being a trip hazzard.

[@TheDuracellProject]

it's a rough draft. will be changed!

[@davemoulding8799]

What type of foam are you using ?

[@_noname617]

Would be interesting to see a pressure test of vacuumed biaxial panel vs non vacuum

[@DPOdoherty]

And weight difference…. Will be very interesting

[@jefflove7791]

Will you still need the compression post once you finish the bulkhead?

[@TheDuracellProject]

I hope not. I'm figuring that out with the naval architect. stay tuned.

[@Wacoal34d]

Do you have any footage of Duracell underway in its racing days? Also do you intend to provide financial summary of the costs of the refit, and ancillary expenses?

[@TheDuracellProject]

We do have some. Have you seen the Mike plant doc called Coyote? There’s a few good clips in there. As for discussing what we’re spending on the refit, we haven’t talked about it. Maybe in the future

[@Wacoal34d]

@@TheDuracellProject Unfortunately I am unable to use amazon prime living in Thailand. Their credit card policy requires US cards.

[@ryankidwell9362]

What kind of foam are you using for your bulkhead cores?

[@TheDuracellProject]

5 lb divinycell

[@t789yq34iZKJFHWEIL]

I'm 2 minutes and 50 seconds in and I haven't seen any vacuumbags.... I'm worried... //edit: Pfew Serious question though: If I look at other people on KZbin working with fiberglass on boats, I have not seen any of those use the vacuumbag method. Is this more durable? Are you using different materials?

[@TheDuracellProject]

It is a lighter, more consistent product. The glass has excellent adhesion to the foam with no voids, and less resin to fiber ratio. More time consuming to build, but less work to fair/paint in the long term.

[@petestack]

Yes, the door looks narrow, but is that partly just aspect ratio because it's using the full height? How would it look and feel if its bottom lip was a few inches taller?

[@TheDuracellProject]

we will be adjusting and seeing what works best for us. This door is another rough draft...it will be improved upon

[@GeorgeGraves]

Kitty had a talking role this time!!! (7:02)

[@dlkittle]

Recently I was working on a project where I was trying to bond epoxy to Polyethylene, unsuccessfully I might add. Have you seen any issues getting the fiberglass/epoxy to bond the the PE foam?

[@TheDuracellProject]

No, I don't know why it would be different but the foam I'm using is made for bonding to all resins, including epoxy.

[@akLeanne]

check out sailing NV. I would to see you to race each other since Duracell and NV where both racing sailing vessels. they are refitting NV as well

[@ot0m0t0]

Will the door be watertight so it acts as a bulkhead? Like Delos has one?

[@TheDuracellProject]

no, won't be water tight, but it will be close, but not necessary to have it totally water tight...we have two water tight bulkheads forward of state room (one of the things that makes Duracell an extremely safe boat).

[@rebuiltbyusn]

My guess is not enough. LOL It defiantly does not look like too much. LOL

[@ikerstges]

the door-outline is mighty close to the floor, will it fit?

[@TheDuracellProject]

it will be adjusted.

[@forgetn]

Good afternoon. Was looking at a video by NV sailing, its because of you that I discovered their channel. They use carbon fiber for some stuff. Considering that Duracell is also an ex-racer with huge loads? Noy doubting just a question

[@TheDuracellProject]

It's another good question @Nicolas Forget. I will be using carbon for some stuff as well, but the very vast majority will be fiberglass. Carbon is about twice as strong for it's weight compared to glass, but about 5x more expensive, when you're talking biaxial at least. Duracell is built mostly of fiberglass, and mixing glass with carbon has to be done carefully since they perform differently. Glass can stretch where carbon is very stiff, so 1 can undermine the other. We plan to build carbon chain plates.

[@gregoryh4601]

Very Nice Fiberglass work and are you using Epoxy? Will you keep the Decals on the Hull ? How did the Carbon Fiber Mast project Doing? Take Care and Be Safe. Do you visit Tally Ho?

[@TheDuracellProject]

yes, TotalBoat Epoxy! Yes, we will keep at least some of the Decals. Love the 5. Still looking for a mast...know of any lying around a shipyard somewhere on the West Coast of the US? ;) Met Leo the other day and look forward to visiting his awesome project someday.

[@saruhanorencik4995]

👏👍

[@JamesJones-vt3jt]

What kind of foam are you using

[@TheDuracellProject]

green is 5 pound divincell. white is 6 pound PET foam.

[@desaca4401]

I really like watching your videos. As feedback for this one: I felt like the music was a little too loud, compared to your speaking. @all did you feel the same?

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@wpbjim]

Are you getting sponsorship money to pay for all materials? Also, just curious, what's your day job?

[@TheDuracellProject]

TotalBoat is generously supplying us with epoxy, which is fantastic because they make good epoxy. As of 8 weeks ago, thanks to our Patrons an this channel, my day job is now Duracell. I have been an independent shipwrite for the last 5 years.

[@777rogerf]

@@TheDuracellProject Matt, a shipwriter would know how to spell "shipwright", so I deduce that you were actually an independent shipwright. :-)

[@jptrini1]

Door needs to be wider ?? Make it swing out ??

[@TheDuracellProject]

Definitely needs to be wider.

[@koosvandersteuijt2063]

I am a bit surprised that the height of the boat is still a bit low and I am not sure if u can stand up properly when floorboards are in....

[@TheDuracellProject]

You are right. The overhead is pretty short going forward. I will be lowering the level of the floorboards and I think I can get about 73" overhead forward of the chainplates.

[@emmengel]

What type of phone are you using?

[@TheDuracellProject]

Green is Divinycell H80, White is a PET 6# foam.

[@emmengel]

Thank you

[@MaShcode]

Yea, why is that door so narrow? How about an angled door to maximize the bulkhead asymmetry? Or a small watertight door with grab bars along the top to swing your legs and torso through? Prisoner K-itty demands treats and attention after sleeping in the laundry basket.

[@evlstache6751]

is the "door" too close to the wall and too tall for its width?

[@TheDuracellProject]

It def needs to be wider.