From B.C., thank you Alan for this episode. I like the idea that the boat is even more possible to build if the tools needed are also fewer in number and the costs are reasonable to manage. Great info!
@robinhodgkinson
Жыл бұрын
Just to add to your description… The best feature about a drill driver is the clutch. Which lets the drive slip and engage, slip and engage… at high frequency, when the resistance increases. This enables you to easily drive a screw into solid hardwood timber ( so long as the screw can handle it- see below). Something a normal drill will not do easily. I used a normal drill for years and wondered why would you bother with basically another drill - until I eventually bought one. Anyone who owns a driver will tell you it’s way way better at putting in and removing screws. And here’s a #1 tip. Use Robertson square head screws ( thanks Canada :) They don’t cam out under load like Phillips screws or dislocate from the bit like straight slot. While their appearance may not be traditional they just work so much better. A combination made in boat building heaven which makes for quick, easy, powerful screw driving.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! All my screws are Robertson. Most products assembled in Asia still come with phillips heads sadly.
@mattevans-koch9353
Жыл бұрын
Saved this for my Friday evening enjoyment. Thank you as always Alan. Best wishes to you, Mrs. Wave Rover and Mr. Speckles for a great weekend.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt
@setkacagarro-blogspot-com
Жыл бұрын
The main tool is commitment!!!, I built a 26ft wharram tiki, with a jigsaw , chisels and a sander, and later a cordless drill
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Very true Nathan. Commitment = discipline! I still intend to do a video about my own Tiki 26 build before launch. In my head I have already made it.
@doyouwanttogivemelekiss3097
Жыл бұрын
@@RoversAdventure a video about Wharram cats would be awesome! While I have 0 experience with them, they always look charming to me from the outside😄
@setkacagarro-blogspot-com
Жыл бұрын
@@RoversAdventure I am building another boat and I have a blog, it keeps me motivated everyday something must happen, please have a look
@RobKristjansson
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for scratching this itch, Skipper!
@cosmicinsane516
Жыл бұрын
I’ve also had way more router bits shake themselves loose with a 1/4” shank vs the 1/2”.
@tonykazz2779
Жыл бұрын
Not mentioned but Critical : 1.) Lovely wife accepting an "adventure" Husband that always come back home safe and sound. 2.) A wonderful Shop with local skilled craftsmen wanting to participate in occasional support and acceptance. 3.) No other demanding commitments competing for scarce time and resources. 4.) Good health with clear thinking. Being an "Able Bodied Man" as the Brit Sailors would say . 5.) The Ability to realize a Dream ( which might seem impossible to most men ). 6.) The possibility of refining and proofing an outstanding design and making it available as a "Project" for skilled men to build. A WR650 Class Sail Boat ! for a cost within reach of most youngish retirees . I can imagine a lumber mill cutting designed wood pieces and builders assembling these boats in backyards across the Western World. Thank you for the inspiration Tony in Florida
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
That's another great list my friend! Thanks for taking the time to write it
@ouzufor2zo
Жыл бұрын
As a local carpenter used to say "I am too poor to buy cheap". Followed that and never had any problems with tools breaking down too early. Also the end product is much better and it is fun to work with instead of an endless hustle.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
That's a great saying 🙂
@hecdc7703
Жыл бұрын
Great informational video. Good thing you added the multitool at the end. I also love my small Dremel rotary tool for small tasks.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
I might take my dremel as well.
@prof.heinous191
Жыл бұрын
This is very useful, and not just for boat builders. I was cross referencing this with Ran Sailing 186 "Top 5 POWER TOOLS to have on a boat." Slightly different granted, but Johan is in complete agreement none the less. He also has a palm sander/orbital sander on his list, but the only difference being he has a variable speed angle grinder (plus attachments) for all sorts of jobs including sanding and polishing. I won't be forgetting either of these videos!
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Interesting, I didn't know that he did a tool list. Good to know that we are on the same page. Thanks as always for the positive comments Professor
@prof.heinous191
Жыл бұрын
@@RoversAdventure To my mind perfect validation, and ever so useful!
@setkacagarro-blogspot-com
Жыл бұрын
An angle grinder with a sanding disc and a light touch is a most useful boatbuilding tool
@prof.heinous191
Жыл бұрын
@@setkacagarro-blogspot-com Like Alan was saying, light touch required!
@paulcarlsen4088
Жыл бұрын
Confession time. I hate to admit it, but I will😂 It never dawned on me to use the impact driver that came with my cordless drill set, to drive screws. 100 percent on not lending tools.
@Garryck-1
Жыл бұрын
This is an Algorithm Booster! ⛵
@j.saavedra1502
Жыл бұрын
Great list. You can build almost anything with those tools. I would add a 4-1/2" grinder to the list.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
I thought about adding my grinder to the list but I wanted to keep the list to a minimum.
@setkacagarro-blogspot-com
Жыл бұрын
The unsung boat builders tool
@1KemosabeLarry
Жыл бұрын
As always, a great video.
@papounet4842
Жыл бұрын
I guess a feature worth to be mentionned is dust collection. My Metabo orbital sander (which works fine) is not very good at that but I have seen sanders connected to a vacuum cleaner that are very efficient. When it comes to lung health, it's worth paying attention to this criteria.
@mikecox9214
Жыл бұрын
Nice show great advice! Track saws are getting to be pretty needed.
@sailoutofagarage6212
Жыл бұрын
What a good list!
@dutchhank
Жыл бұрын
Bought a pricy Makita cordless drill about 20 years ago, it didn't last one project (only used it for drilling pilot holes and screws, never used it as a hammer, never left it in the rain). Nowadays I buy the cheaper power tools (unless they seem unsafe). Of the cheap tools, not a single one has failed me yet.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
I would say you are lucky but if it works for you keep doing it.
@PictouHighlander
Жыл бұрын
Alan, as I look across the Strait I'm thinking I might just have to go on a wee road trip to see this beast. As always, an excellent video and very good advice for anyone contemplating the trades or just assembling a stable of tools. You do indeed get what you pay for. Right, all that positive stuff said....edit out that bloody wind😂...I'm high up on the North shore of N.S. and that sound is 🥶🤣🤣🤣🤣
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
The wind keeps the mosquitoes away!
@PictouHighlander
Жыл бұрын
@@RoversAdventure lol🤣🤣🤣
@russellthomson5571
Жыл бұрын
Good advice !
@Nifilheimur
Жыл бұрын
Ive used drills and impact drivers for 20 years professionally and i will without a doubt reccomend Makita. They just dont know how to give up and are compact and batteries are really good. Ive used most brands, Milwaukee, Devalt, Boch, Hitachi, Hilti etc and while brands like Hilti are fantastic they do nothing the Makita wont do. I buy just about only Makita if i can.
@setkacagarro-blogspot-com
Жыл бұрын
There was a time when most branded tools were good, it has now sadly over, I have a makita jigsaw over 40 years old, has built 4 of my own boats, plus other peoples boats, boat repairs, 3 houses, and it has had 3 or 4 sets of brushes , the first brushes lasted till about 10 years ago, they obviously dont make brushes like they did either. If you can find older brandec tools from yard sales etc, that are in good condition I would grab them, better bearings and build quality
@MR-yp7mu
Жыл бұрын
I also had good luck with Makita tools.
@tonysutton6559
Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't be without my impact driver but sometimes it can be a little aggressive so I keep old drill set up as a driver for doing finer work. The multi tools are great but for best results you need to use quality blades (I'm using Bosche at the moment) instead of the cheap versions from big DIY chains and the likes of Lidl or Aldi. They cost a bit more but are worth it because they last longer and cut better.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Very true on the blades
@jeremydow1432
Жыл бұрын
You mean power tools. What I use most is pencil pencil sharpener ruler handsaw small hand plane small surform plus clamps. Everyone seems to do a lot of sanding fairing filling. Plywood is already fair so I just clear coat epoxy resin it. Before painting. Have resisted buying filler but my building is so poor got 406 silica to fill gaps.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
I love using my hand tools and thought that I would like to do a similar video about them.
@hstrinzel
Жыл бұрын
Wow, I would LOVE to own a Wave Rover 650 some years in the future but cannot see myself to BUILD one. Hopefully someone will sell theirs (to me - smirk) once they have had enough fun with it. Do you know how many are currently in the process of being built? At some time in the future, could you see yourself licensing it to some company that copies it WITHOUT all that woodwork, from casting molds or fiberglass or so? Always VERY impressed. Super-impressed with the fact that the COUNTDOWN is running at 65 days... THANK YOU
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Some preliminary discussions have been had about making a mold and producing a FG version. It's above my pay grade though.
@peterforrest6682
Жыл бұрын
Great video Alan. My dream workshop would be equipped with Makita tools...and none of them would be available to borrow !
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@bernardszirth9665
Жыл бұрын
Taking about best tools- I have not heard you speak of MasterCraft? 😂 As always. Great video and rich in knowledge - thank you!
@dennis6325
Жыл бұрын
Skill saw = Sidewinder = Circular Saw ... all interchangeable in my area.
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Very true!;
@5764rich
Жыл бұрын
Lookin great! Are you going to ad the cockpit later?
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Not for the circumnavigation
@5764rich
Жыл бұрын
@@RoversAdventure way to keep it light and keep it simple!!
@ElCapitanJimbo
Жыл бұрын
Hey Alan! Whaaaat, Mrs Rover doesn't like sailing? How in the world did you guys even get past the first date??? Then again, I'm a pilot, and my wife doesn't like flying, particularly small craft, so... yea, opposites attract, I suppose. On a more serious note, though, which of these tools will you be taking on your circumnavigation? What other tools/raw materials do you pack? Cheers from PA, US of A!
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
I'm so focused on the build at this stage that I haven't had a chance to put together a list of supplies. Coming soon.
@johncampbell388
Жыл бұрын
I often hear that tool quality has gone down in most cases. Is an affordable router from the 1990s comparable to today's lower cost options?
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
There are definitely more cheap tools available these days but quality is still out there. But it comes at a price.
@timerickson7056
Жыл бұрын
Several years ago. I needed a circular saw that would probably be ruined by the end of the job cutting aluminum . So I went to saint Vincent de Paul store and found a aluminum case craftsman from the early 1960s at newest probably from the 50s. It was $8 but I got a 50% off sale lol $4 turned out to be the best circular saw I've used . Sadly it and all my tools were stolen. Junk shop tools have been very good to me. Are you using Marine plywood in the build?
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm using Meranti marine plywood. Great story about the $4 dollar saw. My favorite tweed sports coat came from a similar discount shop, it was $7 and when I went to pay it was 50% off. I believe that it was never worn and it fit me like a glove.
@doyouwanttogivemelekiss3097
Жыл бұрын
Silly question: why are you cutting out the portlights only now and not before glueing them in? Is it because of the plywood curvature?
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
It will make sense when you see me install them next week.
@gurnblanstein9816
Жыл бұрын
Electric versions of the drill and driver? What power is yours mice?
@RoversAdventure
Жыл бұрын
lol, corded vs cordless
@johnstarkie9948
Жыл бұрын
?
@craigparse1439
Жыл бұрын
About lending tools... Don't do it! I've seen people lowering tools off a roof by the power cord. That should be against the law.
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