DIY Skiff Boat Build / Part 1 

Haha, thanks so much buddy! I appreciate the great energy and encouragement always! Can’t wait to get you down here this winter! Cheers!

Its's the Wayne The Boat Guy 😊 hell yeah (you two gave me spark) ... all I need is gasoline (I want a small boat) 😁

You said it perfectly friend! It’s going to be interesting / fun / and likely scary during the sea trials haha. But overall, always a learning curve and a blast! Cheers!

@@diywaterworld cant wait to see ya jumping waves with it !

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this comment! I sincerely appreciate it! I’m happy to have you here watching and hope you enjoy the next bud just as much! Cheers!

Haha. Yes it was! I thought it would take me half the time and be half as hot lol. 🙈. Lesson learned! Cheers buddy, thanks for watching!

Right on Howie! And haha, it definitely is like a micro panga and I heavily considered going that route( high sides) , “big “ bow . Hmmm, now I’m brainstorming… 😅. Cheers in your build, be sure to share!

Thank you Sam for sharing this and watching! I’m definitely going to try and highlight some safety related components more often, glad you enjoyed the build so far! Cheers!

Yes!!! That’s music to my ears! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome energy! I’m happy to have you here and thank you for your great support of the channel! Cheers!

Haha, cheers buddy! I’m happy you’re here along for the ride! Cheers!!

Thanks so much Derek! I appreciate you watching and sharing this with me in comments, THIS right here is what inspires me! Cheers!

Wooohooo Cody! Yeah buddy, final countdown to takeoff is around the corner! Cheers buddy!

Thank you so much! And right on!!! I’m stoked to hear you’re inspired to start a build! Update video coming within the next week! Cheers and good luck in the search!

Haha. Well good news is part 2 will upload in the next several days! And amen to hydration, it definitely has been warm out! Cheers Cristina!

Yeeeew!! Cheers and thank you! I think you’ll dig the finished skiff and test runs! 👊🏼

Hahaha. Great memory buddy! And oh man, I miss Shogun!!! Such a legendary spot!! Yum!

Thanks so much Fred! I’m pretty excited to share it and stoked you’re looking forward to it! Cheers!

Hahaha. You and me both Rocky! Work and weather has delayed progress but I should have part 2 uploaded in the next several days! Cheers!

Hahaha! My man! I think you’re right lol. This things going to GO!!! Excited for you to take it for a spin during your visit!!! Cheers!

Thanks Jonathan, you sure hit the nail on the head ! It’s been a really late summer around here and damn hot! Yes, I pushed it a little too much that day of grinding with the suit on in the sun. Actually, I don’t think I can recall a day I was ever that much overheated. I sat down in front of a big industrial fan for over an hr after just to bring down my core temp. 😬. Lesson learned for nextt time! Cheers buddy!

🤣🤣. I’m on it buddy! Video coming soon! 😅 cheers!

Thank you so much Carson! I’m stoked you enjoyed it! Cheers!

Thank you! Haha, that would be fun indeed, hook a big fish and get towed around! I don’t really ever fish but who knows, maybe one day I’ll give it a go once it’s finished! Cheers!

Thanks buddy! Much appreciated! I can’t wait to get over your way and see your latest projects in person! Talk soon!

Right on Corey! It’s uploading in the next several days! Hope you like it! Cheers!

😬🤣 hahaha , I’m so glad you can relate! Luckily, my days 3 and 4 weren’t a month or two down the rd! Cheers bud!

I like the way you think Boris! Maybe in a future build I’ll do a 2 boat build out of one boat?! 😎👊🏼. And agreed , the panga sides were especially perfect , I wanted to keep them for that purpose but at that time I didn’t really have room for all my projects so I cut them up and tossed them :/ thanks for the suggestion/insight! Cheers!

@@diywaterworld Love the videos, keep em commin'. Wishing you smooth and steady seas. Cheers from an ocean and a continent away (europe's rectal cavity unfortunately).

Hi Ted, I’m hoping to do a full vid on the sailboat soon. Until then , here’s a couple details ! The boat is owned by a friend and ironically named “Waterworld “ It’s a Trans Pacific winner from years ago, close to 80’ length , carbon fiber one piece infusion built hull, at the time is was one of the fastest mono hulls in the world. It’s previous name was “Pegasus”. The owner is quite the creative visionary and has built a beautiful house on it, installed twin Yanmar diesels , a shallow draft winged keel, and has essentially created the ultimate Bahamas island hopping exploration vessel. Super fast/fuel efficient and VERY practical. The craftsmanship snd thought behind the build are top notch! I look forward to sharing the build in the future! Cheers!

Great point! And in hindsight I probably should have added/ let everyone know I held my breath while blowing the boat off and didn’t take a breath until I was upwind and clear of the dust. Im writing this thinking this all probably sounds bogus , but it’s actually one of the ways I practice breath holds for Freediving 😎🙈 Constantly doing short breath holds while working. ( NOT OSHA APPROVED ) 😂. Cheers and thanks for pointing it out!

Haha, amen to that! Not too back when it’s cool outside , but this summer heat makes it not so fun haha. Cheers!

Hi Jim, I am SO on the same page buddy! I’ve been on the lookout for a fixer upper / crashed jet ski to use as a donor. I have a super special idea for the build too! Hopefully this winter when boating is less popular I can scoop something up! Thanks for the suggestion! Cheers!

I like the way you think buddy! 🙌🏼😉 and I believe you’ll like part 2! Cheers!

Hi Sam, thanks so much! And HECK YES!!!! I know this build well and applaud you for wanting to do one! I’ve done 2 actually, the first was a little over 20 years ago. It was an 18’ Hobie with a 20 Hp motor. And it was was a ripper! I would take it out of Blackpoint Marina down in miami and head out to the reefs to spearfish. Incredible ride quality and fuel economy. Fast too! Overall , a super fun and kickass ride! I think you should 10000% build one! Cheers!

My dude! It’s coming buddy! Should have it uploaded in the next several days! And when the F are you coming to Florida?! 🤔 Cheers amigo!

Right on Nick! Sounds like a sweet project. Yeah, I’m not sure where the 50mph thing came from , I’m not a speed nut, and definitely gravitate towards solid functionality. But with this one I figured why not set up a good challenge. High speed skiff with low Hp outboard 😬. Let’s see how it turns out! Cheers and good luck on your build! When you get started be sure to share with us on the FB page! Cheers!

Now you know why I want to go 50mph! 😎🤣🤣. In all seriousness, I don’t have any issues, I know the state laws well regarding boat titling / homemade/ rebuilds/etc. some of my builds qualify as homemade and some ( like this one) will remain being titled as the original Glastron CVX 16. :) I’ve had quite a few questions about registering these types of builds and I have heavily considered making a video on it. Cheers Tony !

It would be a good idea to explain it. Personally I don't think they are jerks about a boat. As long as it's by the legal process they don't give a poo what it is.

Yeah buddy! Cheers!

RU-vid is something I do as a hobby / for fun. Lately I’ve been slammed with zero time for either. Next bit of free time I’ll be editing part 2 and hopefully posting. I can definitely say it’s worth the wait ! Cheers

Just Glad to hear your alive man!

Hahaha. Very true! But that’s too easy buddy! I’m trying to go 50 with A low Hp outboard! Pulling out all the tricks on this one! Cheers!

Thanks for the sub Jason! While I can see where you are coming from , the reality is there was a lot that happened in that video … taking a full boat, cutting the cap and deck out, transporting, cutting the sides off, cutting out all the rotted transom and wood from inside, grinding , grinding and more grinding, now is the fun and “easy “ part… installing new structure. I hope you follow the next part, it’s unique to say the least! Cheers!