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.
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.
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
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
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
I love how absolutely corny and forced the RU-vid-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.
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.
@@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
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.
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.
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
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..
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!
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!
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. 😅
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..
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.
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.
👏🎯💡 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!
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...!!!
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 😅
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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👌
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.
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.
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.
Awesome man! I’ve always been intrigued by welding since a child. But only have done basic mig steel and dabbled with tig. Haven’t been told I do have a natural touch… with being a carpenter/craftsman by trade I’ve recently wanted to buy a new welder and get some hours in practicing then tackle trying to build a mini jet boat.. this video makes me want to even more lol. Fantastic work brother
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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?
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!!
