Custom rivet press machine! - Wooden Boat Fastenings (EP79) 

My granddaughter (13 yo) was over and saw me watching the video. When she saw Rosie she said, "Girls can do that??? Wow!" So we're going to do a few things in the wood shop today. She had never shown any interest before. Rosie probably doesn't know she was an inspiration for a young girl today.

A big thumbs up to the guy who designed and built the Genius riveting machine, its amazing!. 😊

The gentleman who provided that hydraulic shaping tool needs to be added to the first ship party cruise list.

Bespoke rivet former; designed, built and shipped for your pleasure. Leo, hard work aside, there is a generous amount of support coming from supporters. It's not luck, but a response to who you are and what you've done. That machine is wonderful.

To the Chap that made the Rivet Machine... Well done sir... That is a very nice piece of fabrication and invention indeed. The community on this channel always blow me out of the water.

Jeff's "Wonder-Rivet-Tool", (you'll wonder how you ever got along without it) is an absolutely brilliant piece of kit. The engineering is so sound and the quality of the end product is off the charts. This could even be used to form Bronze Carriage bolt bodies which would then be threaded as needed. All I can say is I do dearly hope Jeff has filed a patient on this incredible machine, and that the fellows over at Port Townsend come over for a visit to view the end product. Stunning, simply stunning.

Pete is a pretty intense guy - his expertise and utter PASSION for the project come through clearly when he's on camera. All the guys make such an amazing team.

Seeing Alix through that window was just like a surprise meeting with a relative you hardly see- I follow both boat building journeys and this just brought them a lot closer for me.

Good ole Alix!! Awesome to see him!!!!

Its great to see Alix is doing well and having fun, we missed you over at Arabella's ;-)

I design IT solutlons for a living, so I appreciate how much work is involved in designing anything. That rivet machine is a work of genius! I’m impressed that he’s made something so simple to use and at 22 seconds per rivet he’s brought a lot of time back to the project!!

When I saw Alex, my mind raced ahead to the days when Tally Ho and Arabella are both finished and sailing the oceans. They meet up and sail together. Videos of it are on youtube and we all binge watch these great builders and adventurers full fill all our dreams.

Man, that UPS guy got off easy. If that was me, I would have had to back within seven feet of the ship saw. Old truck driver here ;-). You have an outstanding crew! Rosie is becoming a favorite. Pete is solid gold. Leo, you have an exceptional ability to judge one's character. Cheers!

Loved the cameo this project isn’t just the boat building. The videos are getting better and better.

In a world full of division, one guy just wants to build a boat. Be more like Leo.

Good Morning All, I have just had my second dose of Tally Ho Ep79, just amazing the intricate templates for the bronze hangers, such a lot of work. America gets bad press sometimes, I think because of the somewhat toxic political system, but the quality of Americans drawn to this project is impressive and heartening to see. I think of course of The Pink Fireman, and Jeff who has fabricated the rivet maker, and many others well done to all of you.

The answer to so many people’s question lately has been answered; “Where’s Alix?” Answer: “Washington”

I kinda miss Leo's "Hey, Pete, what are you doing?", to me it somehow became such an important part of the series 😔

"See a Need, Fill a need" - Bigweld. I am so amazed at the tools that have been created or modified to make the job easier. By the time Tally Ho is in the water, Leo will have a fully functioning boat shop. Can't wait to see where that creative energy goes.

Jeff, I was a machinist for almost 50 years. You rock guy, nice job.

All that riveter is missing is a small motif stamped into each head.

Its easy to see the beauty in the fairing Pete is doing. But how incredible is the beauty in EVERY SMALL DETAIL?!? Simply astounding Leo and team

Quite a shock to see Alix pop up on here, obviously I'm watching both boat builds like virtually everyone else here; the one with the parrot and the one with the dog. The similarities go beyond merely both channels making a boat, for me the overwhelming similarity is that both channels are full of good people.

I could watch that machine working for hours. It’s kind of hypnotic.

I never knew I wanted to know this much about boat building. But man if this isn’t one of my favorite channels on RU-vid

Man ... I wish that ram-rod press had a signature die "Tally Ho" so every rivet was the namesake of the boat.

That riveting machine is genius I could spend many happy hours making those.

73 downvotes? Obviously those people are heathens. Another fantastic episode Leo. That riveting machine is a fine bit of kit. Well done Jeff.

Riveting episode! Thanks Leo! And thanks Jeff!

Came here on episode 1 for information, now here on episode 79 filled with inspiration. I've just started a project to rescue and restore a near 100 year old British lifeboat, "The Brothers" ON671 will be making her way back home to Cornwall next month. SaveTheBrothers.org Thank you for the amazing videos.

Very impressed with the health and safety tips you were giving the newcomers. So many places either don't care about it or just assume the newbies already know those things.

I had to smile a little bit each time I saw the one newb working on the bronze floors after he'd commented in his intro that he'd come to brush up on his woodworking skills. Hope he takes the time to realize that even the skills he learns working on the bronzes will apply to his woodworking.

every 14 days i wait for a new video and every time i get a feeling of respect, astonishment and surprise. I am greatfull for all there is achieved togeteher.

It really struck me during this episode that a boat is just as much of a sculpture as it is a vehicle or a tool.

Just wanted to give a shout out to the new video editing style and camera man. It suits the project and channel very well. Video length also perfect, love it. Also the region block was fixed, I’m watching this from Denmark just fine now.

Thanks Leo and crew for keeping us in this most positive vibe through a challenging time in the world . Isn't it marvellous how we humans so easily respond to a worthwhile joint task . The vibe you ,TallyHo, and friends have created has inspired so much positivity , generosity of spirit , ingenuity , depth of experience , skills etc etc ...revealing these most wonderful aspects of us as humans . I could go on ................and I will because I am inspired. A boat like this is a true work of art and you are revealing mastery in the process . The level of intricacy of the project - as you have taken it on is astounding . It is a massive project . Your work rate/ethic is so effective and equal to your intelligent approach in timelessness - (whilst obviously there are timelines , you show us there is no sense of rushing through and cutting corners . i mean - every aspect of the work has soooo much detail and work effort and we get to see the essence of that . it is mindblowing ! Great film-making !) Energetically the project is like a big positive snowball gathering and releasing energies as it flows . The timeliness of the people , skills , materials and tools, manifesting because someone was inspired to throw their shoulder in behind the snowball shows us all that anything is possible when we dream large and include everyone in the dream . Amazingly skillful volunteers turn up to offer what they have . So much grunt is needed to accomplish the myriad tasks . Marvellous spirit of generosity is here for us to see eh!? Jeff's riveting machine , magnifico : ) Imagine the world being just like this project . Imagine ! And as the project flows , timelessly , soon floating in the sea and sailing like a witch , You and friends get to live and sail on this flowing creation with an endless potential global crew list , a generator of positive vibrations resounding through existence . Cheers Leo , For reminding us all ; This is how we humans are meant to live - united in joint , fun ,beneficial projects . It's meant to be fun :)

Coming along nicely Leo! That riveting machine is off the charts amazing. Kudos to Jeff for putting that together. Looks like I will have to make another donation to the cause considering the cost of those Copper rods........... Cheers Leo & Crew........ 👍👍😉😉 DONATION MADE! Come on and join me folks & together we can help Leo rebuild Tally Ho!!

The engineering on the rivet press is awesome. Good to see Alix.

When I saw the rivet making machine my first thought was, "The Arabella Team are gonna be jealous!" And right on queue, Alix shows up in the window :-) If you need help pulling that handle for 24 hours just let me know!

That rivet machine is some brilliant thinking to make it that simple. I'm a machinist and fabricator with over 40 years experience and that impressed me. Job well done. Jeff

That rivet press is a thing of beauty. It's going to save *weeks* of effort making the rivets for Tally Ho. I'd say the guy should sell them, but "rivet maker for wooden boat" is a pretty niche market, LOL.

This is “Zen” and the Art of Boat Building

It's a great bonus to see Alix, but no line of "Pete, What are you doing?" Oh, Leo! You may think it's getting too old, but please! We miss that a lot!

I saw Alix Krider's cameo at 22:46 - 22:52, and at 28:58 - 29:09!!! The rivet-forming machine is an absolutely beautiful piece of machine design. The only thing better would be an auto-progressive upsetting and cut-off machine. After what Alix and Steve went through to make and upset the ends of their rivets, I can understand Alix's amazement!!!

Every step of this project is so wonderful to watch. Thanks for doing this massive undertaking Leo. Can't wait to see her cutting the water.

I just realized how bittersweet these videos are. I am so excited to see tally ho launched and sailing away and at the same time I know I don’t want this project to end because the videos are so good!

As I have watched this (re)build come together it struck me that it might have more in common with building a cathedral than a modern boat. It is being built to last centuries, the effort has required (time, effort, funding) contributions from thousands of people, it reflects a philosophy, and it will inspire for the rest of its existence. What a thing to do.

This boat is going to built SO much better than the original. I refuse to believe this amount of attention to detail was applied in the original build

Mister Jeff is this weeks MVP! What an awesome contribution!

I think we need a coffee with Pete video, questions and answers. Lol

So cool to see Alix’s cameo at the end of this episode!

Comes to do carpentry, ends up grinding silicon-bronze. I love Leo's sense of humour! : ) That machine is outstanding, a great effort by the designer / builder.

Dude, Jeff totally kicked Ass on that rivet press please let him know that he F/A has Mad Skills, hmm I guess birds of a feather do flock together. Your a Bad Ass Dude (BAD) Leo and you leading your crew in building this boat is awesome. Thumbs up to the Masters at work you all ROCK!

Not gonna lie... when Pete first showed up, I thought, "really??". Today I spent 90% of the vid wondering where Pete was (and kinda missing him)... even after Alix's cameo! 😊

Big WOW to guy that made your rivet machine . He could sell the hell out of them world wide . Better patient that pronto

Noah, may I suggest that you sell the hanging knees patterns to subscribers both to raise money and to expand the legacy of Tally Ho. The patterns are works of art. Each should be numbered and come with a description of location on the boat. Your talent is incredible.

Anyone else wishing someone was there to be his camera person and assistant editor to allow him time to work but have more videos? I feel awful saying that but I catch myself looking for videos then saying "Idiot it's not time yet." 😂😂 How did boat building become such an addiction?

Leo and Pete are good Mentors. Anyone that goes and works on Tally Ho will learn alot. LEO "What yo doin Pete" PETE "Bein a good Mentor".

Hats off to pattern makers and tool makers. I hold those folks in awe.

I can only echo the existing comments about the rivet forming machine. It's design is imaginative, efficient (I especially love the economy of movement in the press as it cycles through the three finite functions with limited nonfunctional movement) and so professionally built and finished.

Craftsmanship at the finest. Wonderful people helping with such skill. A work of fine art. I love seeing her come together.

If maybe just 5% of us were like Jeff, maybe we'd be at a tipping point into evolving into a cooperative and altruistic society. Right now we seem to be going backwards. Kudos to Jeff and all the other Jeffs out there.

Leo when putting bondo in internal corners load it up then cover with cling film and use a pipe of your chosingand squeeze it in and leave till gone of and a perfect concave internal corner with little sanding Mick UK.

LEO!!!!! Kudos to you. It is just amazing how much good change the channel has undergone in the past three years under your leadership.. That was certainly a very young looking LEO who rescued Tally Ho. in the summer of 2017. Additionally the progress on Tally is mind boggling. Looking through the hull seeing all those beautifully curved ribs is just incredible. You should seriously consider auctioning off the molds for the hanging knees at an appropriate time. I am SURE it will contribute positively to your balance sheet. KUDOS to you for all the mentoring you engage in. The more you mentor the less you personally work. I guess that is the cost of mentoring. Keep the faith! Tally Ho will be beautiful again.

Alix! Bravo! Good to see Pete as well. Absolutely love the cast of characters coming through. Thank you Leo, your a legend.

Enjoy 😊 video restoring Tally Ho wooden sailboat ⛵️ Great video ! 😀⛵️😘 Mike from Missouri

ship saw, threading machine and now a rivet press; quite the machinery shop you have in the making...

The dude that made rivet press is beyond awesome!!!

Wow~!! Best episode ever?!? Certainly in the top 10-20?! The astonishing complexity of the hanging knees and all the considerations that go into their construction is mind-boggling. Having to consider the casting process and getting them out of the sand... really impressive to watch. The person responsible for the copper-rivet-making machine deserves The Leonardo-DaVinci/Thomas Edison International Award for Brilliance. I mean... c'mon! Seriously! How cool is that!~!?! One thought I had about the Tally Ho Project is that all of the things which have gone into it from the lofting floor to all of the patterns, the ship saw, the patterns for the floors and knees... all that stuff is of immeasurable worth to anyone else in the future who'd want to tackle building another Strange Talley Ho. Surely all these things will be catalogued and stored and moved on through time to the next batch of geniuses maniacal enough to take on such an overwhelming and beautiful endeavor. Kudos to everyone, especially the copper rivet machine designer! Awesome Awesome Awesome!~!! Thanks for your channel.

For those of you that want a logo in the rivet head: once the rivet is in place, a wooden plug is hammered into the hole in the hull planking to make it smooth. You'll never see the rivet head except when it's formed.

I really appreciate that Leo never begs for likes or subscriptions. I wish everyone else on RU-vid would learn from him. It is so tiring to hear people ask me to like their videos. If I like it, I will give it a like. Do a good video like Leo’s and earn the Like. Too many viewers give likes out for mediocrity.

"Hey Pete what you doing" surprised we skipped that part.

Be sure to oil your dies and the rivets, Leo. The dies will last longer.

Alix peeked through the window and thought to himself "that's inkredible".

Possibly the most heroic thing I’ve ever seen on RU-vid.

I'm a keen follower of Tally Ho right from the start, but it was only after binge viewing all 79 instalments that the sheer magnitude of this undertaking began to dawn on me. What Leo and his volunteers are doing is simply enormous. Their work ethos deserves our deepest admiration. I sincerely hope that the rebuild of Tally Ho will find it's climax in a successful launch in another year or so. Hang tough guys!

Once again Pete is busting ass and doing such fine work. I'm amazed at the quality of his work in forming the rabbet. Absolutely beautiful. These young folks are lucky th have such great mentors.

Hi Leo, thank you for all of the great videos. I'm a metal fabricator and all too familiar with angle grinders. I noticed that you're using bonded grinding wheels on the bronze castings. I'd like to suggest you try some flap wheels instead, they are usually faster in material removal, more controllable and leave a nicer finish. They're available in many grits and even different grinding and cooling aids for different metals.

So glad you are not skimping anywhere on the rebuild, this boat is going to be a multi generational boat and it’s future owner in 100yrs time will be thanking you for your forethought.

I’ll be darned! That was Alix Kreder making a cameo. I thought I was seeing things. Amazing work as always Leo and crew.

Reassuring to see that Pancho is keeping a close eye on the progress! 🤣 as always thanks for sharing your amazing journey and craftsmanship 👍🏻🔥🙏🏻

beautiful machine, beautiful rivets, beautiful hanging knees and a beautiful crew!

Exciting to see Rosie. One of my favorite things about Leo is that if you want to work hard and grow and learn he supports that wholeheartedly. I don't know about the UK, but in the US it's pretty damn hard for a woman to get a good break in the trades. Which brings me to Rosie. She's a hard worker and she wants to learn. Leo supports that. That makes me pretty frickin' joyous.

A NEW VIDEO!! It's a painful weekend without one. Thanks Leo! Tally Ho!!

5 minutes ago I was wondering when the next Tally Ho! would be out..... The shots down the inside of the hull are fantastic. Most people have no idea....

Loving the fact that BBC Radio is on in the background even in the states

Oh to be young... I'd be heading to Port Townsend. Thanks for all your doing and for the wonderful entertainment you provide viewers.

As a Maker myself, I lowly salute Jeff's ingenuous machine! Fantastic conception!!

Can you add a Sampson Boat Company die pattern to the press to further customise the rivets? Might be a merch opportunity in that as well.

No notification, I just had a feeling there was a new video out today. Those pressed rivets will be allot stronger than a hammered one, happy to see you moving forward.

Jeff is an absolute legend. The rivets look perfect and they compliment the skills of all the carpentry being done. Well done 👏

Arabella weeps. What a brilliant piece of kit that rivet maker is. Those things are beautiful. Edit: should have waited until the end, that was hilarious.

This is a really great episode! You show a nice variety of work and personalities (and you have a smooth continuity in filming style even though you're using a new videographer). Everything looks to be progressing nicely. Well done! Oh how I wish I could be there. Also, it would be great if Jeff had a video showing the fabrication of the rivet press. Jeff, you did a great job making that machine!

Nice riveting machine well thought out and engineered ,looks like a modified R8 collet, lucky boy,great work

Leo, you are not a ship builder or sailor You are a nautical artist Bless👊

The Steve Denette cameo in the window was hilarious.

Genius Jeff

awesome machine, it's a slow version of the machines they use at large factory's. very well made, the gm power steering pump was a great choice

22:45 Best cameo in BoatTube history.

Really enjoyed the Alix Kreder cameo. Brilliant.