To stop messy breakthroughs place a sacrificial piece of wood underneath the piece you want to look nice and clamp them together, then drill and you should see a nice clean hole.

@BentWyre

Ай бұрын

I'll second that. A backer scrap of wood will prevent break-out (might not need to clamp). Great background music!!!!

@Guvnor100

Ай бұрын

This

@TheMadSqu

Ай бұрын

You also can take 2 of the planks you want to use, put the "nice" sites inwards and clamp them together. Then drill through both planks and the unclean break out is on the side you don´t want to see.

@MicBruise

Ай бұрын

Exactly

@schroderingerscat

Ай бұрын

as well as a bit specifically for wood , not an all purpose bit , and the sacrificial piece of wood and clamped as the gentleman stated , remember just because a bit says it can be used on a matterial doesnt mean it is designed to do the best job on that material, and get that impact driver , you wont regret it

⛵️Watching again in the car, but remembered my ear phones this time!!!!....Daren't have the sound up, otherwise your Dad will watch you rather than the road!!!!🫣...Honestly Sparks, you really are becoming a true craftsman!....As always, couldn't be prouder & also,,,love, love, LOVE your thumb nail!!!....Granny now knows what that is & agrees!!!!....11 more sleeps - whoop!...🌿⛵️Loads of Love Mum⛵️🌿

@WildlingSailing

Ай бұрын

haha. yeah, don't put the sound up. I know what Dad's like

@artbymaryf7283

Ай бұрын

@@WildlingSailing ...Exactly 😂🫣🫣😂😂

@ScotChef

Ай бұрын

😂

@ainsleyhenderson4324

Ай бұрын

Great work,loving the videos,yup agree with mum lol,GBY.

@the-naked-sailor

Ай бұрын

Omg, how embarrassing having your mum comment. Just kidding mum, you've raised a wonderful young man.

To keep the drill bits sharper longer, put some machine oil on the bit where you are drilling through metal, and drill stainless slowly, it will help keep the bit from getting too hot. It would be ideal to put a flat washer under both the head and the nut end of the bolts. Spreading out the pressure won't collapse the wood under the head. 👍

@dustman96

Ай бұрын

Good advice

The 1st 5 mins of this video were probably the most relaxing 5 mins of any video on YT.

@artbymaryf7283

Ай бұрын

....Wasn't it Artistic Pete!....

@Lomlomlom

27 күн бұрын

Came here here to say the same thing, showcase of excellent editing and building skills

As a cabinet maker I drill through onto a sacrificial piece of wood. This avoids break through. Keep up the good work you are doing great.

Mark - consider using bolts that are not threaded for their entire length. Just threaded where the nuts fasten. Under load, the thread tends to work / cut into the structure and the holes elongate. Apologies everyone if this is old territory.

@friescustomfabriction3016

Ай бұрын

Also the threads are technically weaker than the unthreaded shoulder on the bolt.

@wyattfamily8997

Ай бұрын

Good points.

@Kenji1685

29 күн бұрын

Honestly, I thought rivets are to be used in this situation?

My Friday Night Fix. A Cold Beer & A Wildling Sailing Episode Ive Been Watching For Years 👍

On my class of boat, it has a balsa core deck so it's common to over-drill the holes, back them with tape, fill them with glass impregnated epoxy, wait to cure, then drill to the proper size in order to mount fittings and prevent the spread of water into the wood core. It works well and I recommend that instead of just using a cotton swab around the edges.

@johnferris

Ай бұрын

Yes, this...

@m1kalD

Ай бұрын

I think over drilling and epoxy is the Gold standard, but it's also a lot more work. And with a boat in the water and still lots to do I would be doing this with a cotton bud.

@SteifWood

Ай бұрын

Yep, I was baffled he didn't do that given the rot history he has encountered with through bolts/windows/etc. It's basic school. I'd used a 3 x 1/3 formula based on bold diameter, ie that the big hole to be epoxied is 3 times larger than the bolt diameter.

@muskyful

29 күн бұрын

@@m1kalD Unless you oversize drill, the same thing will happen again & again with cotton swab technique ...and doing it 2 or 3 times to feel comfortable with results is false hope and definitely longer than doing it properly one time. I would only assemble it all with oversized holes, filled with epoxy and then drill for final bolt placements ....will be done in one try and know it will not rot out in my lifetime !!!

@m1kalD

29 күн бұрын

@muskyful I don't disagree with you. If it was a new build or other wise in great condition but this boat has lots of secrets hidden away from sitting out in the weather for so long.....

Wasps are one of the best architects on the planet

@samfazers8818

Ай бұрын

Some of the shit the create is awsome

Speaking as an older man, you will regret using the palm of your hand as a hammer. Right tool right job. I used to do that exact thing and my hands ache all the time now.

Remember to put washers on the wooden backer plate to prevent bolt heads from sinking into the wood. You are making great progress.

@jaygee5693

Ай бұрын

Mark took care to explain that he didn't have the large washers he needs, and will be buying them.

you are great at editing videos, selecting music and shots, and all this is an addition to great content. Not to mention the great job you do.

That glue you're using must be really good because it's got me glued to this channel lol...

@WildlingSailing

29 күн бұрын

Haha can’t beat a good bad joke

That's Mrs Wasp to you!

@lolagood6898

24 күн бұрын

The only gender reveal that was ever wanted 🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💗

You’re working like a boatsmith this week. You’ve come far. 😊

Oh my days Mark, that Drill Game Of yours is on point from all those broken burnt out bits of the past ! On Wards and upwards, time to set Sail

It’s nice to see how much care and patience,you’re putting into your work now.😊

Hey bud, to avoid tearing out the wood around the drilling area, all you have to do is place a piece of sacrificial wood underneath. In this way the hole remains tear-free.

Really enjoyed it Mark. You’re doing a great job as always. It’s going to be a real strong boat.!!😉

To avoid wood chipping, I usually drill from both sides. Start with a small pilot hole.

Nice video... Your kindness to the wasp is understable... Sentinent being all deserve to live. ☮️

I see you have fully embraced the slow and steady way of the drilling. Good for you my friend, good for you.

"SikaFlex the Shit out of it!" I want that on a t-shirt! You're doing a great work, getting the job done and it's very enjoyable viewing.

@woosh073

Ай бұрын

It's already available on sailing yaba. Another awesome wooden boat design

@dustman96

Ай бұрын

That would be a great shirt! But remember, with caulking more isn't always better. Believe me, I'm a legit caulking master.

I really like the mellow music and work sounds in this video.

I just love Your videos. One hell of a job you have taken on ! Well done ! You will get there with Your tenacity and determination. Keep up the good work and the videos. 👍👍⛵

Hello, Bravo. Good work. Yes that’s true, better using bolt not completely threaded entire length. But that’s also so difficult to find them… you progress well. Bravo. So much work to do, with bad weather. Bravo, bravo… Croix du Sud , Patrick and Sylvie

I think the wasp just wanted to be working near a fellow crafts person. All looking great Mark. Just put a sacrificial piece of timber behind what you are drilling, clamp it down and drill through, no break out then. Prob had this comment loads but hey Ho. On to the next video. Andy UK

Dan’s the man!

Your skills and attention to detail keep improving. Doing excellent work.

Have you heard of drill-fill-drill? To seal the sides of holes, drill oversize, fill the entire hole with thickened epoxy, then redrill at the size you need. That not only waterproofs it, but gives you a strong, hard layer next to the bolt. Remember how much water damage you had around screw and bolt holes, and make sure all the new ones are better protected! You're making great progress. I'm really looking forward to seeing the mast go up.

Week after week, best channel on the tube.

RE WASPS:: It might sound funny, but you can hang a stuffed brown paper bag under an eave or somewhere wasps like to build nests, they will think the area occupied and wont stick around.

@stoerenungeheuer543

Ай бұрын

Never heard about this before but it would make sense. Interesting!

The music is a lot better than usual this week m'boy! 👌👏👏👏

Well done Mark. You're doing a great job and glad to see the drill speed is nice and slow. Slow is pro as they say when dealing with steel. And as for your mum and dad they are blooming legends, you're very lucky to have their utmost support. Can't wait to see when you actually get sailing

A lone Yellow Jacket starting a nest is a Queen. You can't let it go on or before to long You will be driven out.

@dustman96

Ай бұрын

Wasps are generally peaceful. The reason people get stung is they freak out and flail around. That said, there are some species that will go on the attack when you get near the nest. We have a pond here that wasps frequent to get a drink, when they are away from the nest you can pick them up no problem and they are chill.

When I put a bolt and washer (or just a bolt) of stainless steel, I slightly countersink the holes and I pot an o-ring over the shank bolt--and grease it all with a little lanoline before tightening. NOTHING gets past that--neither salt water or fresh. If I am using washers, I countersink both sides. Do not use TOO thick an o-ring, it only needs to be enough to form a FIRM seal. No more rot under deck stanchions , ring bolts or chain plates. I make up my own square stainless steel washers if I can not buy any--I always use square ones on deck on vertical surfaces over wood. I put a corner uppermost--it sheds water and dust and covers a greater area, better spreading the compression load. The O-ring trick also works on wood--as long as it has been epoxy-saturated and is absolutely impervious to water at the surface. Countersink the edges to a 45 degree chamfer, only needs to ne a couple of millimetres--and use a 3 or 4 mm thick o-ring well greased with lanoline.

@lolagood6898

24 күн бұрын

Do you know of any books or places to find more tips like this? Thanks going to use this!

Letting the saw do the work your certainly learning I have watched you from the begining and I used to worry about your lack of skills but now I can see how much you have improved .I am confident I will see you sail around the world and I wont be worrying about your ability to face the problems you may face on your travels.

Nice moon shot

You are doing really well. Great work keep it up.

Stirling stuff just finished watching your channel from the beginning. Love it.

Dont forget that measuring the angle on the slanting rooftop it becomes a compound angle. You may get to small of an angle compared to blueprints.

@WildlingSailing

Ай бұрын

ohhh yeah. that makes sense

Nice. keeping it interesting i see. Watching this on the big screen!

I just watched Mark single freehand sharpen a drill on a right angle grinder. Is this an imposter? Lol great stuff Mark thanks for the video.

Your videos get better and better every episode. I like the music a lot. Thank you for doing all the editing and creative camera work and handing out inspiration like it’s candy.🙏🏽

Press on, the end is in sight!

You are doing great, young Jedi.

Professional work again Mark - As usual. You are very thorough and meticulous - Just like Mr Wasp!

I never owned or even used a "router", but I want one, after seeing all your great work using this little gem to give things a professional looking finish - keep up the good work, your boat is looking amazing !!!

Good stuff, those chainplates look nice and strong. You're developing good skills doing all this.

Easy tip to stop the wood splintering the back of a drill hole is to place a couple of strips of the blue masking tape over where the hole will come through. A sacrificial piece of wood under the hole drilled wood will make it firmer still.

Masterful filming and masterful editing of masterful work on the chain plates installation! Thank you Mark for another entertaining episode. I enjoyed your empathetic interaction with Waspy too.

Barracuda, bending steel, backing plates, oh my! Really enjoyed watching -- great content and terrific progress.

More and more professional in working editing and music..great channel with a great character 👊

tip; put masking tape over the others side of the plank to the drill to help with chip out. take your time at the last 3 mill of the hole , back off the pressure then :)

Before putting your chain plates on counter sink slightly on the outside . This creates a reces to form a kind of O ring around the bolt . Little trick of a former boat builder .

You're doing great mate

We like old credit cards for use in spreading epoxy and sealant…and filler, too. LOVE your progress. Great not to rush. You are rockin’ it, Mark! 😎❤️🥰😎❤️🥰

By the way you're doing exactly what I always dreamed about my life

Soothing music while watching

You are doing so much work, I would recommend putting a metal plate on the inside instead of wood to anyone doing this. Better for bolts to be in traction against metal and spread the load on the weak parts.

If your getting wood ripping out the other side when you drill bud,. What I tend to do is use a smaller drillbit first, all the way through. Then you can use the correct sized drillbit on one side halfway through and then just flip the wood and go all the way through, so no tear out.

You continue to amaze me how you are putting this together. I hope it maintains its sea worthiness and allows you many hours of enjoyment.

@dustman96

Ай бұрын

Being a Wharram, it's already off to a good start in the seaworthiness department.

You are doing great keep her lit.

You get better everyday. Great work!

Nicely done, Mark! Keep on, mate.

My favourite Friday evening entertainment.

19:11 yeah classic wasps nest starting there. Make sure it's not moved construction somewhere else. They can build a little nest really quick, about the size of a golf ball.

To stop drill spitting wood out put another piece of wood on the back to stop it, when sawing put your index finger out straight to guide the saw, when routing timber (the rounds edges youwere doing) do the two long sides before the ends it will stop corners breaking out. Mark you are a joy to watch what your doing some people would never takle.

Your doing well Mark you seem more relaxed now adays well done

loved the opening tune, you've come so far with your skills since finding and starting working on the boat excellent work

I'm sure you must be feeling a bit of excitement now. You are close to setting up the rigging. Can't wait to see that go up.

Top work as always Mark, doing a great job!

Been watching since long before Minke and I'm a dual citizen between Canada and America and a permanent resident of the Philippines. I grew up in Minnesota on a farm and spent the spent the majority of adult life in Dallas area. Life long dream is to have a liveaboard to spend part of the year on. I watch a Vlogger from Dallas area who has a farm he grew up on and is a permanent resident of the Philippines and he is also a subscriber to your channel because he's also a multiple boat owner and a fan of boat building channels. Another example of small world.

maybe using a little bit of painters tape on the other side might help with the fibers breaking

Man, you are one heck of an inspiration. I like the way you talk about your processes and quality as you go. It helps it all seem real to us armchair helpers.

@williamnicol2779

29 күн бұрын

Mark You are doing a great job. Loved all your welding episodes, iv asked our Manager at work for a small welder, so many uses for making your own tools etc. Best thing when you get frustrated with a job, walk away have a coffee or Tea. Then it's all good. Again great work. Bill Niagara falls,Canada

More progress and great episodes. Thank you for sharing 🙏

Just keep on keeping on Mark, won’t be long and you will be doing a shake down sail!!!

Digging the potted plant, nice Kevin Costner’s Water World vibe. Can’t wait until you mount the harpoon launcher.

I would have bolted the chain plates from the outside in and used some large washers to spread the load and prevent the compression so deep into those backing boards.

When you work on your boat like this you know all the boat well and that is a great thing to have.

I have said it before... The music on your videos is very good!

Keep up the great work

What do you think about overdrilling the holes, then filling them completely with epoxy and then drill a new hole just through the epoxy? Also, to prevent rip out on the other side while drilling: just place a scrap piece of wood underneath and clamp it down, that should prevent rip out...(works also with a circular saw...)

Gratuitous comment for the algorithm.

Really enjoying all the wider shots of the boat, compared to what it looked like when you found it!

to stop the problem with the holes put another sacrificial timber underneath your backing timber plate and drill down through both pieces

That dynamia weave looks good. Pretty soon you're going to be splicing dynamia line in your sleep bud. Keep it going looks great

Mark with each video you are becoming more professional in the way you are building thing great work

For nice holes, get yourself a set of Brad Point Bits. They have a "blade" that cuts along the outer edge of the hole that will nicely cut a hole. Always drill a small pilot hole as well. If all you have are standard bits, drill a small pilot hole and then with the proper size start on one side of the wood and then finish the other side but try not to push all the way thru. Another method is to drill into sacrificial wood directly under the workpiece. Clamp both together for a seamess transfer betweens pieces of wood. Brad point bits are the bomb tho.. and always use sacrifical wood under when possible.

While you haven't installed the mast just yet read up on lightning protection. From the top of the mast all the way down to the lowest point of the 2 hulls. It might also be useful to pre-wire the mast for lights, radio antenna and maybe a forward looking mini camera.

It takes so much time to work alone without a helper. Filming and editing on top of it, it’s enormous job. You are doing great! 🎉

Look forward to seeing your updates every week. You’re doing great 👍

The best way I’ve found to seal holes is to first drill them oversize, then fill them with epoxy and then redrill the hole in the epoxy. It’s the only way You can make sure you have no water ingress.

For the rip out when drilling, putting a piece of scrap wood behind/under the piece you are drilling can help with that.

You've came a long way Mark. Boat building and or Restoration takes a lot of skill and years of experience. You have improved dramatically in a short time. Enjoyed the video Mate.

The plant reminded me of the movie WaterWorld with Kevin Cosner with nearly same boat.

Very nice video this week ❤

Great episode. Lots of work and not so much unnecessary talking about obvious things. Looks good what you are doing!

Nice job. Good video, I enjoyed it. Liked the music as well. Thank you, Duke.

Thanks for letting us come along with you!!! I appreciate it. By the way I love the music you chose 🎶 😊and off course good job 👏 👍👋