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Garry Chapple
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Steel boat building is often thought of as something only master ship builders do, not so!
With a little welding practice and guidance any experienced handyman good with power tools can construct a steel boat.
There are amateur boat builders all over the world fabricating steel yachts and or boats of all kinds, from top class commercial boat plans.
I hope this channel is useful to anyone who has or would like to build their own Yacht.
With a little welding practice and guidance any experienced handyman good with power tools can construct a steel boat.
There are amateur boat builders all over the world fabricating steel yachts and or boats of all kinds, from top class commercial boat plans.
I hope this channel is useful to anyone who has or would like to build their own Yacht.
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Shaft Initial Alignment Part 5
SteelAway Building a Dream channel is a video chronicle of the build process of my Bruce Roberts 370E Radius Chine cruising Yacht in steel. This Sailboat project began in mid-2012 and continues today, with all work being carried out over weekends or vacation leave.
In this video, we take a look at the propeller tube alignment and installation, along with details about installing the prop tube internal filler plates!
In this video, we take a look at the propeller tube alignment and installation, along with details about installing the prop tube internal filler plates!
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Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Shaft Initial Alignment Part 4
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SteelAway Building a Dream channel is a video chronicle of the build process of my Bruce Roberts 370E Radius Chine cruising Yacht in steel. This Sailboat project began in mid-2012 and continues today, with all work being carried out over weekends or vacation leave. In this video, we take a look at the propeller tube alignment and installation, along with details about installing the prop tube e...
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Shaft Initial Alignment Part 3
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In this next video, I detail the fabrication of the prop tube external filler plates that will be the first part of installing the tube, also how I go about cleaning off mill scale to prep the steel for welding.
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Shaft Initial Alignment Part 2
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SteelAway Building a Dream channel is a video chronicle of the build process of my Bruce Roberts 370E Radius Chine cruising Yacht in steel. This Sailboat project began in mid-2012 and continues today, with all work being carried out over weekends or vacation leave. In this video, we take a look at the propeller tube alignment and installation, along with details about the PSS propeller shaft se...
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Shaft Initial Alignment Part 1
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SteelAway Building a Dream channel is a video chronicle of the build process of my Bruce Roberts 370E Radius Chine cruising Yacht in steel. This Sailboat project began in mid-2012 and continues today, with all work being carried out over weekends or vacation leave. I have the engine placed on the bed now and am in the process of trimming the prop shaft to length. Once happy with all clearances ...
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Engine Bed Part 2
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In this video a look at assembling the engine deb plates including the top bearer plate. So as not to bore you guys too much (welding is welding) a used a fair bit of timelapse. I will do one more video to show the final look of the structure, then will move on to getting the engine in for a trial fit-up!
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Rudder Post Alignment Finished
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Hi guys, just a brief look at the final part of aligning the rudder post. All worked out well! Sorry this one is a little out of sequence, been trying to get on with the build at the same time as edit Videos!!!!
Steel Sailboat Building SteelAway - Engine Bed part1
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In this video, I begin the fabrication and installation of the engine bed. Engine bed alignment has to be very accurate to ensure ease of and correct alignment of the prop shaft and transmission flanges. One of the highlights to look out for might be my brief "Accidental Disco Dancing". I hope you enjoy the clip and please do provide any feedback as to what you like, dislike, or would like to s...
Steel Sailboat Building Steelaway - Quick Tip Snippets!
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Rust prevention & treatment after removing mill scale. Tips for corrosion management when fabricating or repairing steel.
Steel Sailboat Building - Removing Rudder Bottom Bearing
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Once I was able to pull the rudder post into position and brace it, I needed to remove the bottom bearing, see how it goes!
Steel Sailboat Building - Seized Rudder Shaft Bearing
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After attempting to align the rudder tube correctly, I needed to remove the nylon bearings/bushings so as to be able to weld the post in place without destroying the bearings. This proved to more than I bargained for as the bottom bearing appears to be seized in the tube! Preparing and tooling-up to get the bearing out!
Steel Sailboat Building - More on Rudder Post Alignment
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In this followup Video regarding rudder post alignment, we take a look at what I am trying to do to correct the problem and how it worked out.... or not! More details and issues coming up in the next Video.
Steel Sailboat Building - Some History About Me
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I thought I would do a short video on a little of my background history and where the Steel Away dream started. Also some good news about naming the boat, be have decided to name her Ava Grace after my Granddaughter. Hope you enjoy the video and please do click the "Like" bell and subscribe to my channel. Thanks all!
Steel Sailboat Building - A brief look At Rust Prevention in The Tropics
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Building steel yachts in the tropics has its own unique set of problems, the primary one being continuous corrosion due to high levels of humidity and wet season rains. In this short video, I discuss chemical rust treatment and the product I use to stay on top of corrosion whilst building.
Covid19 Reboot Part2: Finishing the boat shade - Starting on the Rudder Post
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I went ahead and added some vertical shade cloth to the framework to give a little more protection on the Eastern facing side of the hull. Then moved on to start correction of the rudder post alignment.
Covid19 Reboot: Creating Some Shade - Look at the Engine - Top Shade On
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Covid19 Reboot: Creating Some Shade - Look at the Engine - Top Shade On
What do I do when not Boatbuilding? - Arts & Crafts made from steel
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What do I do when not Boatbuilding? - Arts & Crafts made from steel
Portlights - Rust Treatment - a few video Bloopers
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Portlights - Rust Treatment - a few video Bloopers
Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part3
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Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part3
Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part2
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Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part2
Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part1
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Steel Sailboat Building - Update Feb 2019 Part1
Steel Sailboat Building - Port Light Box Frames P4 Alternate Assembly Method
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Steel Sailboat Building - Port Light Box Frames P4 Alternate Assembly Method
Steel Sailboat Building Port Light Box Frames P3 Alternate Assembly Method
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Steel Sailboat Building Port Light Box Frames P3 Alternate Assembly Method
Steel Sailboat Building - Port Light Box Frames Part 2 Alternate Assembly Method
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Steel Sailboat Building - Port Light Box Frames Part 2 Alternate Assembly Method
Steel Sailboat Build - Fabricating Port Light Box frames Part 1
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Steel Sailboat Build - Fabricating Port Light Box frames Part 1
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The most basic and informative guide to fantastic results thanks for a easy answer to my work bench top woes so many people just have small stuff to dip in a container not a sheet full size thanks for your efforts to make a short video 😀
Can this method be used to replace sandblasting for prepareing the surface for painting?
Keep going mate and be very proud of your efforts and craftmanship
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You are doing some phenomenal work Plasma torch must be a major advantage….. very jealous My endeavor is limited to more caveman style engineering….. which I am sure you will appreciate …. I would like to mention you channel on mine … and would be delighted to have you check out WATERCULT UNLIMITED I have a 47 ‘ one off Designed by George Sutton
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I'm so jealous! I tried straight Muriatic acid and scrubbed it for an hour, but it did nothing to my mill scale at all. Product I used was 31% from local pool supply store. Maddening to see others have success with this method, yet it does nothing on a 4ft diameter steel plate I'm working on. Wish I knew why it won't work.
Very impressive. How do you move and fit in place those heavy pieces: plates etc. ?
Pardon me for asking but where did you get the plans? My dream is to build a sailboat and i really like the design of this one.
Hi Johnny, it is a Bruce Roberts 370E. The 370 has several versions but I chose the E because of the additional space for a rear berth. Also, I added the combing seat design in myself, which was possible because I did not alter the hull design in any way, the combings were just constructed and welded to the deck. I did however raise the rear deck slightly by making the last four station frames a little taller than on the plans, providing for a nice poop deck look which you can see form the aft steps of the wheelhouse. You can get the general plans from Bruce Roberts Marine in the US (the original designer), or from fineline boat plans finelineboatplans.com here in Australia. I ordered my plans with a full set of patterns so that I could build the station frames from scratch, but you can get just the cutting files and have the frame sections manufactured at a local steel supplier that has a CNC plasma cutting machine. hope that helps, and feel free to touch base if you need any further info. Sadly, I sold my hull last year so the project is no more! Regards, Garry.
Hard to see. But you want those adjusting studs on the lower side of there adjustment if possible. Good work. Thanks for posting
Hope all is well with you sir.
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Thank you! ... when I faced with hard-removable mill scale on big flat surface - I first tried grinding it... but the method that worked well against paint or rust is almost not effective against mill scale. Then by intuition I tried to pour vinegar on surface and used wet applicable scotch brite paper. It was better, but still too slow... will try this method.
quite hard to hear you. Subtitles?
Excuse me sir, what chemicals you use? Muriatic acid or hydrochloric acid? And how much water to dilute? Thanks for your great video very useful information
Hey just checking all is ok as no videos?
Prefer the longer videos, I don’t think anyone will be watching this if they get bored!
How about a tour INSIDE of the boat 🤦♂️ 🙄🙄
I’m using aqua steel, it’s similar but in the uk 🇬🇧
Once you have a plasma cutter grinders seem hard work huh!
Looking forward to seeing the plan unfold!
Love watching your workmanship.
Looking great.
Good to see how much you diluted it. Also good to see how long and how it looked while it was going through the process.. to give me an idea how much to do.. (baking soda helps stop the process and the rust.. after you acid wash)
Great work I have one around the same design custom made from a guy in Canada yours looks a lot better bigger windows ... and such are u planing on a Genoa on the front?
We all make mistakes! Really enjoying the channel warts and all!
As she walked around the back i was expecting her to hit you hahahaha 👏
What thickness Perspex did you use?
Where’d you go?
Hi Gary , i see your selling it , why ?
Is that a W108 under the cover?
@ 2:20 the sparks look cool...@3:15 the diesel looks way too small for this huge steel boat....@12:13 the episode is over ;)
I used to own a little Mazda 121 in Noble Green! Was an awesome little car.
Hi Garry and thanks for sharing a little of your story! All the very best with your Dream build!
Many thanks, you too! 👍
Fixed prop and not feathering prop... Cost or keep it simple approach? Anyways, like your videos, very much appreciated. Btw 15 minute videos or longer... that's my vote..🙂👍
Thanks! Fixed prop because i'm really in a hurry to go anywhere. Not that interested in racing of competitive sailing. Really about retirement and enjoying life on the ocean. Obviously I don't want to be poodling around at 4 knots, but 6-7 will be fine if I get that! Cheers.
Hi, are the radius plates lobster backed or bent in the other plane as well?
Radius plates were rolled from flat plate then laid on in straight lengths. Once tacked in place I just used wedges and cross bars to Dog the plates into the frames. Biggest issue was around midships where the compound curve is the greatest. Here I split the radius plates and dogged them in , then trimmed off any excess as required. Can post a pic for you if you have somewhere I can upload?
@@garrychapple6418 Thanks but I get he idea. You ended up with good lines.
Awesome job,I have a BR Aluminum 36' Spray and love it
Thanks Antonio, I like the spray design, very nice boats! 👍
Silly of me to come across here on the same day I aligned the stern tube within my build. I have a simplified install so I tossed back a ale while observing your solution. I am not building a Roberts yet I am fairly knowledgeable of the design as well as knowing Bruce on a picnic or two at the MBS.org festival here in the Great Northwest. Darn those pesky bulkheads anyway, anyhow please to find you and I look forward to viewing your channel. I couldn’t possibly film myself so you builders here are the real hero’s. I look forward to spotting your vessel out there someday. Peace out, SV/Sortant
Thanks. hope to see you out there some day too! 👍
thanks for sharing, enjoy your holiday.
You are welcome and thanks! 👍
Been wondering why I hadn't seen any video's. Hope you had a great holiday and welcome back. Looking forward to watching more.
What shaft log stuffing are you going to use? Awesome as always, Thanks for sharing, and hope you had a great holiday! Cheers
Thanks man... I will be using a dripless seal setup that doesn't require a stuffing box etc. There is a water feed from the engine seawater that trickle lubes the cutless bearings, then vent back to sea via the aft end of the prop tube. 👍
I'm repairing my steel hull and I was just wondering if might have the problem of corrosion over time berwwen the plates and the hull
I suppose there is always the risk of corrosion between plates. That said if the plates (say a doubler) are cleaned well and treated, then sealed completely from the atmosphere when welded, you shouldn't get any to be overly concerned about. My plates are exposed on the inside of the hull so I will treat them before closing in there too. Cheers, Garry.
Nice job mate, I hope you did not get any weld splatter on that $2000 shaft. Thanks for the vid
thanks man. Maybe a little spatter but just light stuff easy to clean off! :-)
Just finishing up an 8 year refit on an older design steel Roberts 45 Mauritius. Fixed a lot of things that weren`t done that well at the beginning and some things subsequent owners did too. One of the majors was to have the stern and rudder tubes both line bored so the new rudder bearings and cutless bearing in the propeller stern tube would fit properly . Ours were a good 2mm out of round for the 75mm rudder tube and about a mm for the propeller tube which is made of 63mm with 8mm walls. Yours looks a bit chunkier than that so might not change much. Might pay to check when all the weld up is done. Ours was easy to fix, just bore out to the next size bearing and turn the shaft from 2" (50.8mm) down to 50mm. Metric on the outside and the inside, with a nice clean shaft to put through the cutless bearing. I don`t mind grinding, i hate sand blasting!
Thanks Warren. I had mine made to the plans spec in a marine shop in Brisbane. The tubes rudder/prop are heavy wall tube and were machined spot on from what I can see. Do you think the original owner of your boat did it DIY maybe? The aft prop shaft strut bearing housing was machined up in the same shop, so I think it will be pretty good too. Great to get some feedback thanks for the info!
@@garrychapple6418 Looks like you`re doing a good job.My point was the welding process will pull the tubes out of round so the bearings will have to be forced into an irregular shape. Easy to check with internal calipers after welding. This is what happened to our boat during the building process, so when it came time for new bearings nothing would fit without hammering home. Then the shafts wanted to bind. We had a guy come out with a small mobile line boring rig and cut the internal fit of the tubes round again which meant we could fit new rudder and propeller bearings exactly true with enough clearance for paint on the inside of the tubes. We also used a material called Vesconite for the rudder tube bearings. Expensive, but dosen`t swell in water as much as nylon so you can keep the shaft tolerance correct. These are things i wish i new the day the boat came home, been a long road to get to here. Had the last year off to finish it, not done yet. Cheers, Warren
@@SeeBird686 I see what you mean. Yes I have vernier calipers so will check the bores for round before pushing the bearings back in. Hopefully they will stay pretty true because of the tube thickness, but heat does some unpredictable things to steel! Cheers, Garry.
As always, Well done sir! I'm to the point of finish welding and grinding, lots and lots of grinding... Have I mentioned I hate grinding?? Anyways, love your videos and look forward to every single one!
Thanks that is very kind of you! Thankfully most of my grinding is out of the way now, but not completely! :-)
Looking forward to seeing you fit them to the hull. Really enjoying your video's.
Thanks Jerome!