Nothing is Easy on a $100 Project Boat 

You might want to look at using an impact driver instead of a drill. The impact driver will not strip the heads of the screws nearly as quickly as a drill, and stands a better chance of getting the screws out.

You guys should do a running total of $$ that you are putting into the boat so we can see what the hard money costs of your project is as you go through it

Hay there you two are doing a supper job... The wife is a LOT of HELP I see...I love it...

Keep on rolling, Aw yeah, this thing called life.

I loved the metal music during the sanding interlude. : )

Also make a bench that has dog holes and use it with a ratchet clamp to hold things, it will stop accidents as you can have two hands on the tool at all times. Ron Paulk has a great design on RU-vid.

And yet another Pro-Tip, get yourself some reverse drill bits. The are priceless for broken screws. Most times the broken screw backs out when you are drilling them out.

Reminds me the good old days!

Heat gun and scraper is often the easiest way to remove varnish/paint

A drill impact driver works wonders

The boat is looking amazing. I don’t know where y’all get all your energy I know you’ve already gotten the screws out, but for the future a manual impact driver($18-$30 on Amazon) works really good for that kind of thing. It’s a metal sleeve about 6” long that you put bits in. Can be screw tips or sockets. You twist the handle (works both ways) and then tap with a hammer. The combined twisting and tapping motion works really well for old stubborn screws and other such “delicate” items.

Use an impact driver not a drill for screen screws on slow/low mode

Use an impact driver next time might increase your odds....that is specifically why the tool was invented.

Your hard work is shinning through. It is looking good. Mary💕Fred

This guy never misses an opportunity to take his shirt off

Looking good - much better without the blue!

Great progress in this weeks episode!!! Looking gorgeous!

around 5:40, one of the best things to use to remove paint like that without any possibility of destroying the metal underneath is to just soak it in automotive brake fluid

Sierra, try covering your paint stripper with saran wrap to keep the stripper from drying. I use this trick all the time, and have good results.

Fellow Florida man here! (Wellington) I absolutely love your guys lifestyle and have been watching since Tula . Can’t wait to see the end product! 🤘🏻🏝❤️

Almost free comes with alot work to make it float right. Another project like this cost$ 5000 for float repairs .Speaking of boats I just gave my anchor away for my boat that I do t have anymore . So happy ! Right decision.

There is a product called grab it. It is a set for drill, reamer, extractor all in one. A on step process to extract screws. Works great

So happy to see a video

Awesome, you should be finished in no time. It will look sharp and clean in white also. Keeping the neighbors happy 🙂

That funky paint mixture.

Billy’s got the funk paint music going! lol

if the broken screws stick out at all use vise grips

You guys are ROCKIN! The old girl is looking fantastic. 👍

Paint-filled/corroded screw heads, Slot or Phillips, from one that has removed thousands: Corkscrew. Final cleanup with an ice pick. You get the point of the corkscrew into the head, then rock it back. It will PULL the paint/rust up and out. Also, you were almost there when you hammered the screwdriver. Notice the square shank on that screwdriver? Get a wrench on there and gently crank on it, while tapping. Impact driver, but you have more control. You can feel it when it starts turning. Also, maybe not with some modern paints, but before I go to paint stripper with small stuff, I try slowly boiling it. Just a hot plate sitting off to the side boiling stuff away while you do other things. Usually works well on most, old, oil-based paints. Tell us about that mask with the yellow cartridge. Sierra's looks correct, magenta, so Organic Vapor. What's Yellow? Great project!

Awesome sneak peek of what it’s going to look like. I knew it was gonna be over the top Bitchin, but let me tell you, that’s over-the-top Bitchin. LOL 👉🏼 Thanks for all your posts, most importantly in a way that makes us feel like we are a part of what you’re doing. You never let us down. After all that stuff I just said, I don’t know about most importantly,,,, not that we wait for your posts. And know that we learned from everything that you do post. And realize this. It’s not your success that makes us come back, yes you are back to the roots basics that we appreciate. No one that comes to your channel can deny that. Just keep doing it, and will keep coming back. LOL

You guys are the best. Great job on the trawler. She looks awesome! I watch you guys every day on a fire stick on the TV.

Looking amazing!! Keep rolling Tula crew! You got this!! No problem for you all!! 👍👊👍👊💪🛠💪🛠

awesome free boat, awesome job, awesome life,wish I was you❤

Everyone saying "impact driver" for screws is spot on. It also sounded like the hammer setting was on with the drill. That would only be needed for concrete. Usually you dial the clutch back one notch to go back to drilling.

Think of how long something's going to take you and factor it by 2.5. As you know when it comes to boats nothing ever works the way you plan it. Excellent content!!

Looking good -- a very elegant looking boat. Sierra comments on your pile of clothes. Along the coast of northern California, we purposely plan for "layered clothing". Temperatures in early morning might be 59 degrees, but by 2pm, it reaches 85 degrees. As the day proceeds, you peel-off the excess clothing.

Just amazed at the size and structure of this boat its very mysterious all the little details that this boat has. Billy & Sierra bringing out all its hidden beauty.

Protip: Heat the end of a screwdriver to red hot with a propane torch, then touch it to the screw head. Whatever's clogging the screw will be vaporized instantly. Works perfectly, every time. The heat won't transfer to the screw head fast enough to heat up its surroundings, but it will remove the temper of the screwdriver (so use a junky old one).

This new project is going great guys, I love seeing you in this type of projects too,, I hope you can bring this beauty to the Bahamas like you did with the old Netherland a while ago, I really enjoyed seeing you back then and I've been following you ever since so,, I wish 🙏🙏🙏 I could buy this beautiful boat from you,, if they decide to sell it once they have their seawind CAT ready,,, cordial greetings from Havana Cuba guys here always watching you 😀🙌✌️👍😉🤟

@7:53 ❤️ I was so excited to see Jetty 🐾 walking above you on the boat!!⛵ #davesandersstepdaughter

I am thoroughly enjoying this series! Thank you very much for sharing your adventure with us.

Looks SO good! You guys work so hard and still have such a great attitude. I really admire your work ethic and appreciate your hard work to share your projects with us. ❤️

love the emu export stubbie holder, from my home state, western australia !

She already looks so much better! I can't wait to see the finished paint job!

You guys might like to invest in a manual impact driver that converts a hammer blow to a small rotation in the driver head (not even sure if they sell them anymore). In any case they are great for frozen screw heads.

That is such an awesome boat for only $100... And I know it's going to look great when you finish painting it..

14:35 Emu export! that is a well used stubby cooler. 🍺

Been there done that...twice! Two part LP is amazing stuff!

Primer job looks nice

Starting off with the easy stuff and working your way into the super difficult, time consuming, back breaking, knuckle busting tedious stuff is a wise choice! Your doing great! Baby steps into the abyss. Better you than me! Been there, done that, got the tee shirt and hospital bills. lol

Great job guys. Looking spiffy.

Hey guys quite a project i'd like to suggest you use a manual screw driver to loosen particularly Brass screws before using the cordless, a good tip try tightening and then unscrew, good luck

Can't wait for your next video !!!!!!!!!!!!😀😀😀

I can't believe the people before you painted the outside bronze window plates especially the crazy blue!!!!! I'm so happy you guys brought them back to the original color.... Just sucks because it forced you to take down all the Bettina 😭😭😭

I've done many projects myself, including building a large mountain lodge. So, I know a bit about what you're doing. And, I am extremely impressed with the level of detail, the focus on doing a good restore, and the overall work ethic. I don't think it's obvious to anyone who hasn't actually done this type of work. But, it's nothing short of amazing. Good job, you two!

You are then some of the most skilled, efficient and diligent people there are - that ship ends up being 6 stars...

I hope for your sakes that when the new catamaran arrives your return on the $1 boat makes your labor very valuable.

When it comes to stripping any amount of items it pays to get a pan that will accommodate many peace's and let them soak while you do other chores, and then go back and you will find how much quicker things will go.

Use a rivet gun make a adapter, to viberate it will clean the crosspoint and help loosen the screws.

Hey guys, love your stuff. Been in construction a long time, I was going to say the same thing as some others. Invest in an impact driver. If you get a subcompact one it'll be plenty strong for fasteners and fits in tight spaces. It's probably the best kept secret. Only thing I will ever use on a fastener. The clutch drills are obviously better for drilling but for fasteners, they are eternally frustrating. Good luck, I'm glued to the project vibes!

Sorry I'm a bit late. The best stripper I've ever used I aircraft stipper I think it's called. Removes all paint from hot wheels cars. Nothing else would even soften it.

Grab a grinder from harbor freight a plug in one there like 8 bucks

not being that guy but some pb blaster an let it sit then come back with a impact screw driver the ones you hit non electric the electric are always for when you get the screw broken free not the break then free really goes along way best of luck to yall keep killing it!!!

pb blaster and an hand impact driver is the best bet on them

Looking great!! Y'all are amazingly hard workers. (and patient) can't wait for the next video!

Congrats guy's on getting the primed and ready to sand. looking sharp.

You need a sand blaster for those port lights. Actually Harbor Frieght has some decent ones.

You kids are really doing a great job!

Hi Guys. Just watching your Best inflatable Dinghy video from 2018, and I've been doing a deep dive on what to get as a tender for my Next boat. Major issues I've come across - Aluminium RIBs, Powder coating isn't cutting it, and the Tube joins are Failing ery fast AB Hypalon seem to be having major issues by 12 months old now - not an issue with GRP RIBs, but boy what a weight Penalty. Issues with PVC and Hypalon are Glued Seams. Welded PVC, Bot a basic problem, but an issue that affects both is owners over inflating Chambdrs, or ending up with Over inflated Chambers due to extreme Heat, which then softens glue and pulls Panel Joins Apart, forvwhichnof Course the Manufacturer gets Scapegoated, despite owner failure being the Real Pr9blem. Slatted floors shortening life due to wear and tear, plus ply slats rot very fast. Protective Chaps appear to be a great idea, but even if you can get them, they are horribly expensive, and hide things that need to be checked frequently. Full Covers which include an outboard cover, in UV Protecting material seem to be the way to go, and are available for a fraction of the price ? under 300 dollars US. When the inflatable is set up with outboard, when not needed, pop the Cover on. I had intended to get an Aluminium Hypalon RIB at 10 ft with a half ton load capacity and 5 person limiter easy ferrying of supplies and people, but as if now, I'm thinking same size PVC, with an inflatable Deck and Keel, with an air pump with a pressure gauge on it, to make letting air out when it's really hot, a no Brained, plus have a full cover. I'm also wondering if high factor UV Protection Sun Screen is safe to use on PVC Tubes and fittings, to help extend service life ? though on the forums, .I've come across people who have had the same PVC Tender in the Tropics, for as long as 15 years with no problems. I suspectbthey watch the air pressure and use full Covers ? One with a PVC Tender Overwinters his in his garage at home but after I think at least 8 full Seasons in the Texas Gulf Area, hasn't had any issues - which points to Covers making a big contribution to service life imho. Best Wishes to you Both, any updates on your Dinghy experiences and thoughts would be appreciated. I can't place an order for my new Monohull just yet, but Once it's Afloat with Dinghy, I'll try to remember to give some updates on what I'm finding. Bob. 👍🙂🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇺🇲

there is a tool that you can get from harbor freight that would help with frozen stubborn crews PITTSBURGH 6 Bit Impact Screwdriver Set With Case only 10 bucks hit with hammer and it turns the screws

Naval Jelly or oven cleaner from dollar tree works well as paint remover

Years ago when I used oil base paints for painting steel doors I used floetrol and japan dry to help cure and reduce brush and roller lines.

I need more videos. Stumbled upon your guys channel and have been mesmerized watching your adventures. I see on Instagram that the Defever is looking really good and can’t wait to see more video footage

You guys rock it out

So the state has you send particles of paint airborne rather allowing a strong enough paint stripper,…sounds smart. I’ve found if you put wax paper or some sort of plastic film on top of the stripper after applying it helps extend the usable life of the stripper. Once it dries it almost hardens the paint further.

And impact driver may be the tool for those corroded screws. Hit with a hammer and turns screw.

You guys are hard workers, that's for sure! Hard work pays off.

Your hard work is paying off! It is looking great guys! --Jessica from Florida 🌞

You need a good quality cobalt drill bit for stainless steel.

I have heard great things about Alexseal. I have a similar trawler project but I will be rolling and tipping awlgrip. Your boat is looking terrific! Better done than perfect!

Excellent Repairs. Having a boat is very hard work lots of maintenance. Have a good day. 6/22/2022yr

Loved the heavy metal grinding scene.

Left hand Drill bit will dig in and spin out the old screws. Go back with all new stainless steel

Your work ethic and stamina are amazing 🤩

Progress !😊

Looks amazing!!!!

Like a new boat👍

we have a tool at work that fits in an Air hammer that is designed specifically for difficult screw removal. it works almost everytime.

OMG you have a. EMU EXPORT cooler holder for your beer 😮 ( in Australia we call them STUBBIE HOLDERS) Boats coming along just nicely guys. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Love you guys,) Schatzy crew!

Love the Emu Export stubbie holder!!

Pick up some tack rags and use them to get lint and dust thatsxalways there after you wash with thinner and wipe dry prior to paint. It's amazing what you leave behind if you just wipe it with thinner and a dry rag.

you two are amazing

Alex seal is a fantastic product , I painted my boat black with it and it came out fantastic

Nice work. Stay safe n hello jetty

Boat looks great

Y'all are doing a great job the boats looking allot better. I'm still looking for a good deal y'all got and i know it takes allot of work. I'll keep looking.

Great job!

The boat looks so good now!!

She's hilarious ....Good luck..liked n subscribed.