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Elsa, I appreciate your interest, but at the moment I am not doing any sponsored products. I initially created my channel as a hobby to help others with DIY projects. I am unfamiliar with how sponsored products work, but if my channel continues to grow in the future, I may consider learning more about it and trying it. Thanks, Norman

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The aluminum walkway was made from a set of ramps that were purchased on Amazon. The Wise Plank walkway was also purchased from Amazon. Below are the links to the products. You can click the links to learn more or to make a purchase. 12 x 78” Aluminum Straight Fixed Ramp - amzn.to/3jxrL2y Wise Plank Trailer Walkway Platform - amzn.to/3C9QuRK 8” Vertical Bunk Bracket - amzn.to/2XE67BW 4 Pack Square U-Bolts 3/8 X 3 X 7 - amzn.to/3Ecq6Hu Thanks for watching my video! Norman

I've had no issues with leaks or water getting inside the pontoons of my 2021 Twin Troller so far. I believe this problem may have been present in older model-year boats. To keep my boat well-maintained, I make sure to check and clean the motors, propellers, and grates after each use. If there is any debris, weeds, fishing lines, or algae, I remove it while it's still wet, without having to take off the grates. I use a strong stream of water to clean the recessed area behind the grates and remove any debris wrapped around the propellers using my hands or other tools. If you don't clean after each use and leave the weeds and debris to dry around the motor shaft and propellers, it becomes much more difficult to remove through the grates. By cleaning after each use, unnecessary strain on the motor is prevented and its efficiency is maintained. I always inspect and check the propellers for dings, cracks, or bends without having to remove the grates as well, most of the time, there is no debris under the grates or around the motors, but I still rinse the area with water. If you have to remove the grates to gain access to the propeller shaft to remove any fishing line that is wind-tight around the shaft, follow these instructions: 1. Use a manual screwdriver to remove the screws. "Never use power screwdrivers on plastic boats." 2. Carefully remove the grate, which may be stuck to the boat. Gently pry around the holes to break the bond. 3. Remove the propeller to access the shaft and remove the fishing line. 4. Check the propeller for dings, cracks, or bends. Lubricate the propeller shaft and replace the propeller if it's damaged. Also, check the propeller alignment pin to ensure it's not bent. To prevent leaks around the grates follow these instructions: 1. Clean in and around the holes and the mounting area. 2. Use a Q-tip to push the 4200 Marine adhesive into the screw holes. 3. Apply adhesive to the mounting area. 4. Press the grate down and hold for 3 to 4 minutes. 5. Apply Marine 4200 adhesive to the screw threads, covering them thoroughly. 6. Install the screws using a manual screwdriver only, and tighten until snug. Do not over-tighten. 7. Let the 4200 adhesive cure for 24 hours before using. I hope this helps Thanks for watching my video! Norman

@@NormanGooch As usual a great explanation. I would have love to have you as a teacher back in the day.

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I appreciate you watching my video. I hope you can complete your repair project. If you were my neighbor, I would be glad to help you with the boat repairs. As far as making a new video, I have no plans to do so. However, the preparation and repair process for the holes in the current video will be the same for the stern (if it's fiberglass). 4200 Marine Sealant is a semi-permanent, flexible adhesive sealant that bonds and seals effectively while still allowing for disassembly. You should be able to remove the screws. Please make sure to take note of the following instructions: If the screw holes go all the way through the laminate and are located below the waterline, you will need to cut pieces of fiberglass fabric in varying sizes. These pieces should be saturated with a mixture of epoxy 105/205 and 410 fairing filler to fill the hole, the number and size of the pieces will depend on the size of the holes. I hope this helps. Thanks, Norman

Depending on the type of marine sealant used to fill the holes, you should be able to remove the screws. However, you must be very careful to avoid breaking or stripping the screw head. Do not use a power screwdriver to remove the screws, as it can be too fast and strip away the cross shape in a Phillips head screw, making it more difficult to remove. Use a manual screwdriver with the correct size head and apply enough pressure to avoid jumping in the screw head slots. You can feel if the screw is loosening; slowly turn and remove. If the screw doesn't turn with a screwdriver, and there's enough space above the surface, you can clamp a pair of locking pliers to the screw head as close to the surface as possible. Then gently turn it counterclockwise. It's important to work slowly to avoid snapping the screw head. If the screws come out, you can use a drill and clean out the holes. Please make sure to take note of the following instructions: If the screws break off and you're unable to remove them, just let me know and I'll provide you with some suggestions on how to safely get them out without causing any further damage to your boat. Furthermore, if the screw holes extend all the way through the laminate and are situated below the waterline, you'll need to utilize progressively larger pieces of fiberglass fabric saturated with a mixture of epoxy 105/205 and 410 fairing filler to fill the hole. If you purchased a West Systems Fiberglass Repair Kit, it includes instructions and all the necessary materials for the repairs. I hope this information is helpful. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

Mike, Please note that if you decide to increase the width from 3ft to 4ft, the build instructions shown in the video will not be applicable. Extending the width significantly alters the structure compared to a 3ft deck. It's important to consider that the use of floating deck blocks may not be allowed, requiring you to set the post in concrete, add additional support, use construction screws for the deck framing, attach railing with steel post supports (half-lap joints are not allowed), and include additional diagonal bracing. Furthermore, the trapezoid frame will need to be reinforced with 2 additional 4X4 posts on double center supports, with construction screws being a requirement for building the trapezoid frames. Before beginning the build process, I strongly advise checking with your local county building code department to obtain the deck construction specifications and ensure full compliance with the building code. I hope this helps, Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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El kit de hardware para este modelo cuesta $465,00 y las piezas de bicicleta cuestan $294,00. El costo total de construcción es inferior a $1000,00. La construcción dura unas 20 horas. La calidad de construcción depende de usted. Se puede modificar fácilmente para un perro de pasajeros o de familia. También puedes añadir un portabebés para la compra o un asiento orientado hacia atrás para los niños. La rueda derecha gira libremente y puede funcionar con motores de gasolina o eléctricos sin afectar el sistema de accionamiento del pedal. Algunas ruedas eléctricas ahora se pueden utilizar en la parte trasera derecha. La autonomía de un eléctrico de 48 voltios con baterías de 14 AH será de aproximadamente 17 millas en terreno llano. ¡Gracias por ver mi video!

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I understand, this was one of the first DIY videos I tried to make. You learn better timing and editing techniques as you progress with each new video. Hope your day will be good. Thanks Norman

Yes, it is blue painters tape. It is easy to remove and will not harm the gelcoat surface. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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Glad it worked out for you. Thanks for taking the time to watch my video! Norman

No, it is not recommended to pour a permanent concrete slab/ overlays over wood. The framing structure to carry the weight of the concrete is a specialized process using a specific engineering technique. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

You can send me an email message with your questions and I will try to answer them for you. Send to: normangooch@embarqmail.com Thanks for watching my video. Norman

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Sorry, you didn't finish. If I can help with any questions, please let me know. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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Where can I find the dimensions for the 24 ft I am lost and need help lol

I'm not sure what's going on with their website. This is the only company I know of where you can buy the plans. If the site is not running in a couple of weeks, they may be temporarily offline due to technical issues, closing the business, or trying to sell their business. Try calling the phone number to see if you get a response or a recorded message. I will also check back with the site next week. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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The TV size you can mount depends on the bracket's bolt pattern. If your TV has a larger bolt pattern, use an adapter bracket to fit it, and then install the RV TV mount. The weight should not exceed 25 pounds. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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Yes, the seats can swivel. You also have the option to mount the seat to be fixed in place. To enable the swivel function, you need to purchase and install a swivel plate underneath the seat. The tilt-and-slide rails are affixed to the boat, while the swivel plate is attached to the seat. A seat pedestal is then attached to the swivel plate, and the rail mounting plate is attached to the pedestal. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

Materials List For 24 ft - 3ft Deck. The circumference of a 24 ft round pool is 75.382 - Based on the number of square feet use the measurements below to build two trapezoid templates out of 2X4s. The size trapezoid needed to cover the square feet around the pool: Board 1 - 38 ¾ Board 2 - 44 ¾ Board 3 - 51” Board 4 - 36 ½” Board 5 - 36 ½” Building the trapezoid Frame Make sure you cut boards 1-2-& 3 at a 10-degree angle on both ends. You will need: 3 - 2X6 boards to build one trapezoid frame. From one 2X6X8 cut boards 2 - 3 From two 2X6X10 cut boards 1 - 4 - 5 Below is a suggested list of materials to build a 3ft deck for a 24ft pool. 36 - Concrete Deck Blocks 18 - 2X4X8 36 - 2X6X10 18 - 4X4X8 66 - 5/4-in X 6 X 12 Deck Boards 72 - Corner Brackets 72 - Joist Hangers 2 ½” Deck Screws - 5 Boxes 1 ½” Joist Nails - 3 Boxes The above material list does not include the custom build for the 18th trapezoid frame, deck railing, steps, or boards to enclose around the bottom of the deck. Build Templates First! Build two trapezoid templates out of 2X4’s. Layout the templates around your pool and test the fit, make any size adjustments needed, and test again. It takes 18 trapezoids to complete a circle, the 18th trapezoid is custom built to fit the distance between the equipment panel and to connect to the 1st trapezoid frame. Once your template layout is right, then you can build 17 trapezoid frames all the same size and 1 trapezoid frame custom-built to connect to the first frame. (Trapezoid #18). For template layout help, View my Part 3 - Pool Deck Construction Update Video. I hope this helps. Thanks, Norman

@@NormanGooch I didn’t even expect this reply! Thank you sooooo much Mr. Gooch, much appreciated!

I need additional information in order to answer your question: Is your pool round? What are the 14 sides? Why is the first board 59"? Let me know and I will try to help. Thanks, Norman

There are two reasons: 1. Safety -The incline exceeds the maximum recommended capability of the golf cart by over 20%. When adding additional body weight of 150 pounds the stability is extremely compromised and could flip over backwards as the cart moves up the ramp and even becomes more unstable as the cart declines down the ramp. 2. Motor power- Since this golf cart is a compact collapsible model, it only has a 2000 watt motor. The limited power of the motor is not strong enough to go up the ramp. If you try to drive the golf cart up the ramp, the motor will stall and it stop and will not move forward. I hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

@@NormanGooch Very true, I have done it many times and it is always risky….

Adam, The trim tabs do work well on this boat. It helps the boat get on plane faster. It also increases the stability of the boat helping with the rocking back and forth at higher speeds. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

Disregard! I just found the Pdf with instructions. Thx

Check link in the video description. Thanks for watching my video! I appreciate your kind words Norman

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Not really had any major problems with wasp. When we see any wasp going down between the deck boards if it constantly active with wasps, I will remove 2 or 3 cedar boards where we see the wasp go down and see if we can find a nest, if so we spray with poison and replace the cedar boards. So far it hasn't been an issue and as far as I know, no one has been stung by a wasp Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching my video Norman

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Yes, you certainly can use construction screws instead of deck screws to assemble the deck frame, however, they are not necessary for this type of structure and will increase the cost of the deck build. When you connect 18 trapezoid frames on top of the 4x4 posts in a complete circle, any force or pressure applied in any direction will be evenly distributed across all frames. This creates a very sturdy and stable deck frame surrounding the pool, as each trapezoid structure supports the others. The screws in some deck frames are subjected to enormous pressure or force, like rectangular or semi-circle deck frames. Trapezoid designs whether it is a building or deck are very solid. The pool deck featured in the video was built in 2007 and has withstood many pool parties, lots of foot traffic, two hurricanes, snow storms, Ice, and strong winds all without losing its strength and stability, even after 17 years only the top decking has been replaced. Today, floating deck blocks, half-lap 4X4 posts, deck railing height, bolts, and other construction hardware are no longer approved in some states and counties. When this deck was built, it was considered a non-permanent structure, and all the above was approved. I always tell anyone before they start building a deck to please consult with their local building inspector's office to determine the specific code requirements for their county and state. I hope this helps Thanks for watching my video! Norman

I actually cut the scene time in half from the original video....Love cutting plastic bags! Thanks for watching Norman

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I am aware of the portable hitch ball winch, but it will only function correctly if it is properly installed. It cannot be used with your truck's hitch ball since it is too low to the ground. You need to place the hitch ball winch at a height of at least 17 inches from the truck bed floor. It is crucial to install a winch properly to avoid causing harm to individuals operating or standing near the equipment in case the winch fails at any point during the winching process. Ensure that you calculate and construct a suitable mounting point in your truck. Depending on the height of the truck bed, the length of the ramps, and the weight of the object, the height required to mount the winch in the truck or trailer can be determined. If the winch is installed in the truck bed floor and your truck bed is 35 inches high above the ground, as you pull the object up the incline on the ramps, every inch you pull the object up, it exerts a downward force on the cable. This causes a lot of resistance on the winch and cable which can be quite challenging to handle. Increasing the height of the hitch ball in the truck bed reduces resistance on the winch and cable. The simple formula for a winch is Force = Mass x Acceleration, or F = m x a. This means that the force required to lift an object with a winch is directly proportional to its mass and the acceleration at which it is being lifted. The formula for calculating the ramp angle is Angle = inverse tangent (height/length). This means that the angle of a ramp is determined by dividing the height of the ramp by its length and finding the inverse tangent of that value. The relationship between the ramp angle and the force required to pull an object up the ramp is that the steeper the angle of the ramp, the more force will be required to pull the object up. This is because the steeper the ramp, the greater the vertical distance the object needs to be lifted, resulting in a higher required force. The mass of an object does not directly affect the angle of a ramp needed to lift it. The angle of the ramp is primarily affected by the height and length of the ramp, as well as the force required to lift the object. Thanks for watching my video Norman

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"You could add a straight cross brace from the front to the back of one or two sections only. I would not recommend adding more than two spaces, and they should be spaced apart from one another, not side by side. The trapezoid framework is designed to provide extra strength by allowing each frame to apply pressure against each other, forming a very strong circle. Thank you for watching my video!" Norman

No correction needed. The steering is not affected. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

Vaya al sitio web www.americanspeedster.com, allí podrá comunicarse con el propietario del negocio. No estoy seguro si enviarán a Brasil. Podrías preguntar y ver. Te deseo suerte en tu proyecto. ¡Gracias por ver mi video! normando

I am 6 feet 1 inch tall, and the seat height is comfortable for me. My feet rest flat on the floor with a slight knee bend. The boat is only 10 feet long with a 36-inch width. You need to be cautious while leaning over to the right or left because the boat is more unstable with the extra height. Even when sitting down on the bench seats, the boat is not as stable as the larger Jon boats. I hope this information is helpful to you." Thanks for watching my video! Norman

I used OSB board. I used a waterproof stain on the surface. I countersunk the holes and screwed it down to the ramp. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

The top frame width - 9 inches The top frame height - 15 inches Bottom frame width - 17 - 1/2 inches Bottom frame length - 48 - 3/8 inches Thanks for watching my video! Norman

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To repair the hole, I would use an RV roof patch. First, assess the size and depth of the hole. If it's large and deep, You will need to fill in layers for this size hole. Epoxy generates heat as it cures, this size hole will not cure properly if you fill it all at one time. Make sure the interior of the hole is clean and free of moisture before you begin the repair. Cut pieces of fiberglass reinforcing fabric to fit the diameter of the hole. Saturate the fiberglass pieces with epoxy resin, push it down into the hole, only fill 3/8” at a time, and let the epoxy resin reach the gel stage between each layer. After the hole is completely filled, let it cure for 24 hours before applying the roof patch. RV roof patches are very durable, and provide a permanent solution to a tear or small hole. Depending on the type of RV patch you buy, follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper application. I hope this helps with your project. Thanks for watching my video! Norman

There have been conflicting answers regarding whether gelcoat can adhere to epoxy or not. You can find expert fiberglass boat repair craftsmen stating gelcoat will not cure over epoxy resin and you will also find experts who say it will cure over epoxy resin. The answer: Yes, it will. The gelcoat will bond well to a properly cured and prepared epoxy surface. Epoxy hardeners are a blend of amines. The amines from the epoxy can inhibit the polyester gelcoat and prevent it from setting. The main reasons gelcoat will not bond to epoxy: 1. Under-cured epoxy. If the gelcoat is applied to epoxy before it is fully cured, the contact with the non-reacted amines stops the curing process. 2. Epoxy is not mixed at the correct ratio. Mix ratio is so important and if it's wrong your epoxy mix will not cure. The gelcoat will not adhere to un-cured epoxy. 3. Amine Blush. Amine blush is a surface effect resulting from the curing agent reacting with Carbon Dioxide in the air rather than the epoxy resin. The by-product of this reaction is a compound that forms on the surface of the curing resin and readily absorbs moisture from the air. Under high humidity conditions, it will cause white streaks to appear on the surface of the resin and the uncured laminate. 4. Surface not properly prepared. Textured, sanded, cleaned with water, cleaned with acetone, and cleaned again with water. 5. Working in humid environments. Working with epoxy in a humid environment may cause inconsistent results due to moisture entering the mixture. It's recommended that you keep the temperature as close to 75 Degrees as possible. I have used epoxy to repair small holes and cracks in fiberglass boats for many years using West 205 and 207 hardeners. (207 has a stronger bond) and applied a gel coat to the repaired surface and had no issues with the gelcoat adhering to the epoxy surface. I hope this answers your question. Thanks so much for watching my video! Norman

You can, but I would not recommend it. You'll need more materials and a larger stand if you build it out of wood to withstand the force that will be applied. To achieve the same results with a wooden frame, the framework's dynamics would need to undergo significant changes. You must use physics to calculate the necessary force, rise, object weight, angle, distance, wood's tensile strength, and the hardware's tensile strength used to assemble it. The ultimate tensile strength, also known as the ultimate strength, is the maximum stress the material can withstand before failure. The steel winch stand is designed to allow 65% of the downward force to be applied to the 18-inch steel angle brackets that face forward on top of the 2X4s. When the winch is pulling the golf cart up the ramps, the 2X4s are only used for pressing down onto the truck bed stopping the winch stand from shifting outward. Allowing only 35% of the force to be applied to the anchor points inside the truck bed. It is crucial to construct a winch stand properly to avoid causing harm to yourself or individuals operating or standing near the equipment in case the winch fails at any point during the winching process. Ensure that you calculate and construct a suitable structure if you decide to only use wood. Thanks for watching my video Norman

There were two 12ft. shallow water anchors installed. One on the starboard side and one on the portside, there was no choice but to remove all hardware from the boat. Thanks for watching my video! Norman