I am 100% certain the owner will not understand the beautiful craftsmanship that went into this project. Thank you for sharing.
@ObservationofLimits
11 ай бұрын
Of course not. Because the owner is the State. But given the condition of the boat, I don't think whatever clown has been running it up on rocks will understand either.
@husmanraceengineering
Жыл бұрын
I’ve owned my own shop for 25 years now. We do similar repairs. Let me make one suggestion. Step up and get one tank of Hot gas for the Tig welders on heavier plate. Hot gas is Helium/Argon mix. It’s a tad bit more expensive but it pays vs tripping breakers and or preheating. Excellent job and skills! I’d hire you in my shop any day.
@blazer8049
Жыл бұрын
your right on with the helium mix plus it saves the torch too
@wolfparty4234
Жыл бұрын
I was going to say pretty much the same thing 😂💪🏼👍🏻
@kenw8875
11 ай бұрын
50Ar/50He for 1/4+ Ally, all day long. also, could use 100He for DC TIG.
@kennethjanosick5939
9 ай бұрын
You do good work bro I'll be watching a lot more of your videos I lOVE THE OVER KILL MAN I'm all about that a little bit more money the first time a little bit more time the first time do it once do it right and customers with the advertising for you I like that you take pride in your work nice tools nice shop you nice guy I am all about doing it right the first time and taking pride in my work let me tell you something I noticed by taking a little bit more time on something meaning I do things slower than other people but it is done right the first time and that's what I love no comebacks I can't say that for a lot of all the shop. They're meeting welding automotive repair Marine repair I've done it all jack of all trades I've had my entire life stolen from me but you can't take incredible talent from me the boy does that piss people off
@kennethjanosick5939
9 ай бұрын
I put a 20 amp breaker in in and call it a day
@johnshaft5613
Жыл бұрын
It is very impressive the wide range of jobs that you not only complete, but do very well. I've learned a lot from your channel already. Thank you!
@Nick-ih5em
Жыл бұрын
I agree John, he is very knowledgeable and a damn good welder/fabricator/machinist.
@DenHvideHund
Ай бұрын
Great job. Not only a repair but a design improvement.
@gotcheese9163
Жыл бұрын
This guy does excellent work. Hard work and experience pays off.
@tenthousanddays2103
Жыл бұрын
As one must say "That ain't goin no where". Nice job, big improvements are always satisfying.
@patdickinson6214
Ай бұрын
As an old welder, I really enjoy the variety of jobs you take on. Young people can learn a lot from watching you. Keep up the good work!
@Jcreek201
Жыл бұрын
I love how absolutely corny and forced the KZitem-mandated “Hey guys, welcome back!” sounds every single time. Makes the whole channel seem so much more genuine and grassroots and not just another over-produced content factory of a welding channel. Love your videos man, keep it real.
@ypaulbrown
Жыл бұрын
gotta love dirty aluminum boats. I once had to repair a riveted Tracker boat, with 200 broken rivets......and it was painted inside and out.....removing the paint was the hard part...then I had to make a custom color to repaint......fun fun fun..... Greg, you are amazing in all the things you tackle... best regards from Florida, Paul
@OFW
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul!
@robclawson2931
Жыл бұрын
Your engineering and welding process is top notch ,Your skills and perfectionism again shows just like every project you do.Great content
@umadbra
Жыл бұрын
Not really perfectionist... He had to make things work due to lack of forethought. Plenty of mistakes during his build and had to think of others ways to make it work and but having to start over.
@tankerm11982
11 ай бұрын
@@umadbra I am guessing you are the Supreme Welder certified in everything. The one who taught Lincoln And Miller how to make welders to your specs.The one who wrote the book on welding. But most likely couldn't Soldier a copper pipe.And most likely thought Flux was for taking personal matters in hand
@umadbra
11 ай бұрын
@@tankerm11982 I showed Lincoln how to make his machines. What's your point? You suck at welding? That's a given with your butthurt comment.
@elimgarak1127
2 ай бұрын
Drags and whips into a push and whip. Top notch? My guy can't even put a respirator on for those killer fumes. Aluminum is not something you should take a whiff of.
@wookieecantina
Ай бұрын
Good Lord, man, you're a true artist! Absolutely stunning work and exceptionally well thought out. WOW!
@tommyp4728
9 ай бұрын
hate the world where you arent paid better than influencers. the skill set is wide and the quality is the best.
@raycollington4310
Жыл бұрын
This was a beautiful rebuild job. If the US Navy see this you might be fixing much bigger boats. You are a gifted artist with a welder Sir. Thank you.
@osiris829
Жыл бұрын
The LCAC world would be very happy with his skills.
@dirtfarmer7472
Жыл бұрын
2-3 things Govt job, they pay good!!! It was nice that they brought it to you, you could work in your own shop I was looking forward to seeing you standing on your head to fix those cracks from the inside. You didn’t disappoint. Thank you Sir
@jojorumbles8749
Жыл бұрын
As an apprentice, I love these videos. I learn something new every video, and applying some of it at work makes me shine over my fellow apprentices.
@TheMichiganshooter
Жыл бұрын
I don't see that lasting more than a couple hundred years. Well done!
@br4nd0nh347
2 ай бұрын
At least the part he worked on.
@SilvaDreams
2 ай бұрын
Never underestimate the power of stupid. The same idiot(s) that did that bang up job on it are just going to fuck up that good repair in no time.
@gregwells2331
12 күн бұрын
amazing craftsmanship! Customer must be very pleased
@functionalvanconversion4284
Ай бұрын
Nice work! Thanks for all the pointers along the way. You are a master of your craft👍
@marleyboy7732
Ай бұрын
Brings back memories when I was in school for welding. It didnt seem like work to me. It was too fun. But unfortunately I wasnt blessed with good math skills & blue print readings. That killed it for me. I can weld with the best. But as far as specs goes. It stinks! This was so cool to watch.
@MuddydogAdventures
Ай бұрын
I love that just about every step of this build beside the welding included the use of WD 40
@digitalfantazia3953
Ай бұрын
Agreed re the wd40..I was using bath soap to lubricate the flapper disks. I'll try wd40.
@sakelaine2953
Ай бұрын
The pride and joy of their fleet, I'm sure
@steveanderson4768
7 ай бұрын
10 years in the Navy on two different repair ships so I got to see a lot of repairs done on all different types of ships and you really do a really good job love watching the contract but what I like most is your explaining stuff such a way that it’s easy to understand
@lerkzor
Жыл бұрын
If it's worth building, it's worth overbuilding. Nicely done, that should last a long time.
@D4no00
2 ай бұрын
If it's worth overbuilding, then it's worth making it perfect.
@AddictedtoProjects
Жыл бұрын
Awesome and very meticulous job as always. You never dissapoint :) If I had to mention something very small, it would be this: Don't let your drive for perfection drive you too far in taking care of every little detail. Looking at the state of the boat, I don't think they'll care very much about how "good" things look. If it was a fishing boat, or somebody's yacht, yeah, I get it. But this thing pumps poop. 😅
@geostawny
Жыл бұрын
If your a skilled mechanic doing every job to your standard is important
@mtollmaster3747
Жыл бұрын
Wow. A lot of work. I just hate aluminum mostly because I have refused to get enough experience with it. Fantastic, we’ll thought out work. That would be a $5000 upgrade from the factory! And after 35 years of fab and welding I’ve learned some pretty cool tricks, but the WD40 on the sanding disc was primo! 👍 Thanks!
@aaabbott1383
Жыл бұрын
They also make stearate matrix flap wheels for aluminum that won't load up FYI. Usually green.
@tacoma50
Жыл бұрын
Excellent job, my only suggestion to help you is to get a portable bead blaster for cleaning up your surfaces to make it easier on you.
@wormkillerdan6486
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work Greg, really enjoy your videos you always show the process, the issues and the results. In this case the honey wagon has and ass end that will outlive the front end! Be well, Have fun! Thanks!
@lpsowns
Жыл бұрын
Haha, I've worked in parks before and they for sure have first timers on that boat every year! Who else wants to be on outhouse detail ;)
@bohhica1
Жыл бұрын
While working aircraft we called them hog hair grinders, worked great. Great job!
@gullreefclub
Жыл бұрын
In the automotive/truck repair industry we call them Oatmeal Cookies
@rknudson1407
Жыл бұрын
awesome video.. I sure do miss working in a metal fabrication shop and have free access to hydraulic press break and shears.. working there also got me into welding (not professionally) I was the jack of all trades stuffing acoustical insulation into generator enclosures, groundskeeper, janitor, building maintenance and fabricator.. I had a great time when I was younger..
@rayboucher479
11 ай бұрын
My buddies father was a welder at work with us and is in very bad shape just in time for retirement. Welded all his life and they do not think he will live another 6 months. Every unit at work had their own weld shop with exhaust equipment and they are huge part of the maintenance shop yet our industrial hygiene shut all the unit weld shops down and it is only allowed in the main welding shop with huge exhaust extraction equipment and they have access to supplied breathing equipment . Good health is priceless so take all the precautions you can especially if you have a family.
@DougT25427
Жыл бұрын
Damn good work. The attention to detail is remarkable. So many shops would have cut some corners on this project. Its nice to see what a good craftsman can do.
@mikec6831
Жыл бұрын
Seriously upgraded transom bracket! Looks like it will outlast the rest of the boat, thanks for sharing.
@larsvegas1505
11 ай бұрын
rest of the boat will prob last another 2 years.. so id say yes! they should give these guys a all pe boat with a 4hp on there for how they treat theirs..
@johnmsklenar4364
Жыл бұрын
Greg, your thought to fix a problem and workmanship are superb.
@FishyBoi1337
7 ай бұрын
I actually really like the look of how you tied in that step! Very organic, also would probably make a good grabbing point for getting close, but I'm imagining being in full scuba gear in open ocean or somethin that this boat will probably never be used for 😅
@Gottenhimfella
6 ай бұрын
I hope it's not intended for use in salt water in any form. Stainless does not play nicely in contact with aluminium when chloride (eg sea salt) deposits are involved.
@cameronmoffatt4567
Ай бұрын
You sir are at the top of the game.
@vinnyhern
Жыл бұрын
great job! the step looks perfect, exactly what I was thinking before you actually did it.
@luuk341
7 күн бұрын
That's a damn fine job. 3 times better than new
@Cancun771
Жыл бұрын
Aaaand we're back beneath the underbelly of civilization. Love it. It's all fun and games until the outhouses stop getting cleaned.
@joehirschegger7723
Жыл бұрын
Wow, that was cool! I would love to see an in mask view of your weld technique.
@gliderider7077
Жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t want those welds blended! I love seeing great welds like that
@TwiztidPain
Ай бұрын
been welding since 2005 just learned something new with aluminum wd40 and a grinder
@scottw5253
9 ай бұрын
Man...when I heard that, "crackle, crackle, crackle, crackle..." I knew I didn't even need to see the weld to know it was a sexy one. People think I'm nuts but I LOVE MIG welding aluminum. I freakin love it. It's the one type of welding I can say I've actually mastered. That rhythmic, "crackle, crackle, crackle," makes me smile every time.
@robertbaird2005
3 ай бұрын
I just did the same job on a 28'x10' decked barge. To overcome the transom board problem I sandwiched three 5/16" aluminum plates with two peices of 1" treated plywood and welded the assembly water tight to avoid any point pull or vibration on the motor mount bolts. The plywood acts as spring lock washer. It worked well for me. Very talented, great video
@ronpatterson5483
Жыл бұрын
So neat to watch problem, diagnose , & repair. Great informative videos.
@edjeep
11 ай бұрын
loved the detailed use of the spool gun and video!!.. I have a spool gun for 20 years, but used it only once, lol. since retired and seeing this video, my interest in using it just grew...!!!
@metatechhd
Жыл бұрын
👏🎯💡 Your versatility and expertise in tackling such a wide range of jobs is truly impressive! It's amazing how much knowledge one can gain from your channel. I've learned so much already, and I'm grateful for the insights and valuable information you provide. Thank you for consistently delivering engaging and educational content. Keep up the fantastic work!
@bombardier3qtrlbpsi
Жыл бұрын
Nice job 👍. One zip across the disk with bees wax helps from plugging up. Seen it on another yt channel.
@williamthomas9463
Жыл бұрын
Excellent work! One useful tip: when you wanted to drill the engine mounting holes square to the plate assembly, clamp a piece of 3/8 or 1/2” steel plate to the face of the assembly and use your mag drill. Annular Cutters also work great on aluminum.
@TennSeven
Жыл бұрын
I always learn so much on these videos! TIL about using a spool gun for aluminum welding.
@johnbichell8023
4 ай бұрын
Another outstanding repair. Well thought out upgrades. Professional finishes. True skilled technician/craftsman.
@dye8287
Жыл бұрын
Never realized how useful wd40 was with aluminum! Thanks for the tips
@rosieone5670
6 ай бұрын
Don’t forget wd40 is toxic, flammable and poisonous. There are better wax based products that apply to the wheel that last longer, keep the abrasive cooler, lessen the build up and are non toxic and nonflammable. ALUCUT.
@scotthultin7769
Жыл бұрын
4👍's up on fire welding thank you for sharing
@PhotoArtBrussels
Жыл бұрын
Great work; it seems with all the failure points that that boat was not built for such a huge and heavy engine!?
@ObservationofLimits
11 ай бұрын
Probably not. I bet the transom plate only has it rated for maybe 80-100. Someone got out of hand. Spending taxpayer money. Given how absolutely beat up the hull was, I have a feeling the guy who drives it convinced the state it needed that overkill motor.
@Blake_V
11 ай бұрын
Ya, betting it originally had like a 115 or 150hp (3-400lb) engine but had issues getting on plain with that probably 1000lb tank when full. So they overpowered it with that 225hp 650lb unit.
@pimpnick4920
10 ай бұрын
I was going to modify an aluminum boat. I could never sell it or get insurance bc the hull is rated for x horse power. If you ever were in an accident the coast guard would fine you.
@anonymouscoward7559
Жыл бұрын
Very good job, the design,bending and wielding.
@MostlyPosative-nj5ex
2 ай бұрын
It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere and in this video it happens to be on the bald spot on top of your head. Time for a cold one. Great work.
@mrmikerc1
Жыл бұрын
Well let me see WOW excellent work wall thought out I like your walling so I hate to say this but I can only give you a plus 10 and thank you for sharing your video Take care
@garthadams9765
Жыл бұрын
A job very well thot out and repaired, a much stronger transom in the end, you can probably weld snow onto ice, i enjoyed the video
@CL-yp1bs
Жыл бұрын
I love those sleeves you put in there! Great idea, and the step looks good cosmetically. All in all very impressive, this is finally stout enough to support that massive outboard engine... thats a big ass outboard!
@Weldcraftsyndicate
5 ай бұрын
My first job out highschool was at an aluminum fab shop, i wanted to learn aluminum tig so bad but nobody would show me at work. I saved my money for 6 months to buy that same miller 180 and kearn myself...Its not the greatest machine but it was my first love and will always have a place in my heart. Fast forward 20 years later, that machine sells used for almost what i oaid for it new.
@NoseyLurker
Жыл бұрын
The way they drive the boat, the hull is going to collapse before the transom does. Well done video. Like your style.
@rdhk3320
3 ай бұрын
My man you are a hell of a fabricator. I just ran across your channel this morning and only watched three of your vid's so far. its obvious you are on top of your game. I would like to offer a little input if you don't mind, as the guy from humanraceengineering suggested a Helium/Argon mix on the heavy aluminum is the way to go, or a tank of pure Helium and a tank of Argon spilt together, then you would have the pure Helium for DC on aluminum, but $450 for a bottle of Helium is a bit much. One more thing try some 220 sand paper & 3m scotch brite on a DA or jitterbug for the finishing touch on the aluminum. keep the vids coming!
@bruceslattengren8587
Жыл бұрын
Excellent job looks clean way to go should last this time
@jkutyna
7 ай бұрын
Who the bloody hell decided to put a step on the starboard side of the stern there, the same damn side that has the unified hose structure heading from the outboard into the boat hull?
@elkvis
3 ай бұрын
For those old transformer machines, you need an industrial breaker, designed for inductive loads with high inrush current. I had to do that in my home shop, so I could reliably use my 1960 Miller 320A/BP
@stephencowley8585
Ай бұрын
Awesome work and I think the dudes up in the north west would love how that rear swim deck step looks like a salmon hook idk maybe I'm just to close to fabrication and fishing+ a couple more f's the engine was originally mounted to far below the water line raising the engine will put the scag and prop in the Best position for performance and longevity
@augienajera642
Жыл бұрын
Just Bad A.. as always!!! Once again kicking A.. on the fab work!!!!!
@tombishop5835
10 ай бұрын
If this was the government, state or federal the 3-6 months from now they will buy a new boat & put this one up for auction! As for Fire Welding I do enjoy watching a Pro fix other peoples screw ups!!
@110welding
Жыл бұрын
Very nice workmanship !!!
@NoNopeAndNo
5 ай бұрын
I viewed entire video, even rewound certain parts to view again, yet I don't own a boat or a welder 😂. Great detailed explanation and video editing, quality work👌
@fouadrays9034
8 ай бұрын
Great job.. very professional.. thank you for sharing From 🇩🇿
@rudyrivera7426
Жыл бұрын
Job! Well done . As always! Thanks for sharing! 👌👍
@stillraven9415
7 ай бұрын
Never underestimate the determination of minimum wage employees ability to destroy a well made product. Looks like the think that is a bumper boat.
@north-cq8wo
Жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching you work!
@Pwills
Жыл бұрын
A nice long video I really enjoyed watching that thanks for sharing it with us 👍🇬🇧
@seansysig
11 ай бұрын
Nice very solid repair! Appreciated your honesty with the sleeve fabrication. Didn’t see the load spreading plate installed. Just a tip from a retired boat fabricator, if you make a cardboard template of your swim deck to bring to the metal fab shop it removes errors. They can’t say you gave them the wrong measurements. They obviously didn’t make allowances for the folded edges. Also a center brace would prevent flexing between mounting points.
@philipporteus5557
2 ай бұрын
I love your work one question why not put the boarding ladder on the port to avoid the tripping hazard on the starboard ?
@423skatkat
Жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos. Thanks for sharing 👍
@PencilProper
7 ай бұрын
I cant believe someone looked at that mounting setup and actually thought "yep, that'll do" 😂😂😂😂
@Michael-we1nt
Жыл бұрын
It is refreshing to see a fabricator/welder knowing what the fuck he is doing for a change! I will continue to watch your videos.
@kevinhornbuckle
11 ай бұрын
I like that design. This is an exemplar of 'better than factory.'
@dmathis52
8 ай бұрын
Unbelievable job. The skills show thru each step, including some rethinking…. Thank YOU!
@Cholton327
Жыл бұрын
Nice work. Etch and alodine bath and it's ready for work.
@vicchiapetta4166
10 ай бұрын
That was absolutely awesome, Greg!! Very well thought out and implemented!! Thanks again, Vic!!!
@wmweekendwarrior1166
Жыл бұрын
My two favorite stuff, boats and metal fab. Great video.
@10000rambos
10 ай бұрын
43:47 I can appreciate you going back and flushing out those low spots.
@rapturebound197
Жыл бұрын
Came by this channel by accident.. stayed because it looked intriguing..quite interesting..and it was. Built to last with beautiful workmanship. I learned some things and that's always a plus. Thanx! I'm hooked to watch more. ✅ Subscribed.
@browill9
11 ай бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed watching your video. Awesome job. Thanks for sharing. GBU
@goboyz8016
10 ай бұрын
Great Job. Enjoyed your work very much. Learned a lot.
@donaldmendes184
11 ай бұрын
Excellent work as usual,
@Tadhakes67
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job!!! You're proud of this project
@thomas4844
Жыл бұрын
Love the longer videos and a great job with aluminum.
@JohnCutright
11 ай бұрын
very nice clean work most people dont know how long it takes for a good job.a bad job only takes a minute and lasts just as long
@mrdddeeezzzweldor5039
Жыл бұрын
Cool fortifying mod. Don't see much aluminum welding on YT so this project is a premium content contender.
@jamesworsham125
5 ай бұрын
You’ve got mad fab skills!
@user-il1ee4bn1t
Жыл бұрын
Excellent job, very clever on the swing step side. gives the swimmer an extra grab handle now.
@uther10
Жыл бұрын
Really cool project thanks for sharing!
@Mike-Honcho-
11 ай бұрын
Fabricator, welder, machinist, where do your skills stop. Great work my man! Thank you for sharing.
@walterferguson9323
11 ай бұрын
You do good craftsmanship fabrication. Fabucaters don't make mistakes they adapt and overcome obstacles. As you did on this project keep up the videos and I wish you the best in everything you do.
@jonviol
Жыл бұрын
Just fascinating content -absorbing top job . Thanks for uploading . Jonny UK
@greatodinsraven
3 ай бұрын
I recently learned that you can change the liner to a plastic liner in your MIG lead and run aluminum through it just fine. Seems like the way to go so you’re not holding the weight of the spook while welding.
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