CONCRETE in the bilge?! / Oak Stanchions (Traditional Boat Rebuild / EP110)
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EPISODE 110
Lots of progress on the boat this week - Firstly, the guys fill the bilge with hot pitch, followed by some mortar / concrete! Although slightly disconcerting at first, cement is actually a really useful material in boatbuilding. Richard has been working on the Bulwark Staunchions, which are made of White Oak and will support the Bulwarks, a kind of fence around the perimeter of the deck. Pete has been making the aftermost deck beam, or transom cleat, which will support the end of the deck strakes.
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110. CEMENT in the bilge?! / Oak Stanchions (Rebuilding Tally Ho / EP110)
Hi, my name is Matt and I'm a viewer and a supporter. And I'm on a mission to rewatch the rebuilding of the 111 year old classic sailing yatch Tally-Ho,
This remains consistently the best content available on youtube. Thanks for giving us something to look forward to.
100% ageee
Amen
Couldn't agree more
Fully agree
Exactly, by far. And I pity those other blogs left in its wake.
What I like about this show, is the high calibre of tradeswork. There is a standard of excellence I appreciate as a hardwood carpenter. Doing this type of restoration work in boats, homes, is a process that needs patience and talent. And depth and breadth of experience. And collaborative discussion. And what is missed by many, is the tool work. These men are using tools at the highest level of talent. I never see a chisel used wrongly. I only see them razor sharp. When the right power tool isn’t available, old school methods are used and used in a masters fashion.
When I work on boats, (25% of my work) i always consult experienced boat builders, and many many times I am given a nugget of brilliance I can carry every day after.
Thank you for carrying on the excellent trade work. Few understand the scale of what you do. These aren’t 2 by 4s and shed building.
A suggestion, Selection of each piece of lumber for each purpose is something you may wish to talk to your viewers about. Not wood type. How do you select a piece of lumber for each part, and why it matters to that location and use. (Not the kind of tree). The Other features of the wood.
My thoughts exactly , well said and True!
I love hearing the background and why as well.
You always have the best music on your videos. Thanks.
Rohan is living proof that a good attitude and willingness to learn begins to turn into a skill I think he impresses me as much as Pete and Leo
They sure give him lots to do. Just think of all those plugs he has filled, and what is yet to be filled.
9:15 The hammer perfectly synced to the song
*Chef’s kiss
Richard just seems like the happiest guy. Absolutely in his element
I was thinking the same thing. He looks like he wakes up every morning eager to get to work and doing what he loves. I'm kinda jealous.
@@Anon.Emouse I"ve known Richard since high school. In the last 10 years he has built a workbench for me and helped me build a kayak. Always calm, relaxed and a pleasure to be around. Plus his work is outstanding. He knows so many little tricks for doing things...
Cool, you guys were using the disc sander I donated on the bulwark posts… 👍🤣
Literally the only channel on YT that makes me excited for each and every episode
If you like awesome projects, you should watch project binky. Two guys resto-modding a Mini Cooper to make it 4wd and turbocharged. No wood work involved but just as much time, effort and dedication.
Acorn to Arabella is very similar.
Engel’s coach shop is an excellent channel. Instead of rebuilding and restoring boats, he works on horse/mule drawn wagons and carriages and stuff.
If you are looking for awesome engineering, go and check out Mike Pateys channel. He bulids and engineers his own, insane airplanes.
Sailcargo inc is also quite exiting. Much bigger boat and lots of voluntierst from all over the world.
The shipyard montage at 5:04 was just beautiful. It helped me deal with some strong feelings I've been having and reflect on how beautiful the world really is.
So very true... 👍🏻
It's really fun to see my town in the little video paintings he does. I always knew he needed to be over here with tally Ho, even though the Sequim folks seem like wonderful people..
Right on Kyle ! I just had a series of disheartening phone calls and that little montage was a surprise and a joy to watch … and set me right again. Thanks Leo.
shipyards have some strange but beautiful vibes, its a bit starting point for your journey,, its a bit home for the craftsman, and a bit last place after your journey when you found your haven and get laid to rest, i like them a lot
I am continually amazed at the precision required to build a wooden boat. My appreciation of early builders goes up with every episode.
And just imagine, back in the day they did it all manually, no power tools.
Didn’t see one hand tool…oh, wait; a putty knife
I agree, back then, they turned to look at the Amish, turned around and continued doing what they did.
@@utha2665 I remember when my dad used to call the "new" power, or hand-held circular saw the Black an' Decker. It was solid aluminium and non of this "double insulation". He taught me to at first touch the saw with the back of your hand in case of electrocution -where the hand would probably clamp-up around the handle, particularly when working in the rain, which we had to
Before I even wrote a word, I checked the comments below and saw that others had noticed Rowan looked a bit down. I have a message for you buddy. You have lasted longer than any other "amateur" on this project. Apart from Patrick, no-one even comes close. I don't know Leo, but I do know that he values what you do and he enjoys having you around. Maybe you are just engaging in a bit of higher "what do I do with the rest of my life" thinking. Don't worry. You have the skills to make a success of anything that you decide to do.
Once again, Leo, you made my weekend. Been watching and eagerly awaiting every episode since the first one. Hope I am still around to see the launch! Your commitment to detail and perseverance is an inspiration to us all.
Still around? They launch in 2 years…
@@regs3836 2yrs 😂
Its been two years for many years now, but they're getting closer with every piece and screw that goes on/in.
this suddenly quite moody bit around 530 i think is one of your best sequences ever. great editing as always
I can't imagine a boat that has ever been built better. The skill and attention to the smallest detail has to be unsurpassed over any wooden boat ever built. Amazing patience and discipline on this project and everyone involved should be very proud of their contribution to this amazing ship. She's a work of art. Looking forward to seeing her launched in a couple of years. :-)
@@bluejar5614 so did a boat that I had total faith in. Twice she sank actually, we nicknamed her the sub LMFAO. A 50ft steel twin beamer that I've had out in horrendous weather 😂👍✌UK
Leo is visibly aging through this series and I imagine him with a long beard and stick when it finally hits the water.
@@marquisdemoo1792 ...in 2 years.
I agree - I think with Leo's close oversight, every element is getting extra special attention. It's really rewarding to see how carefully and precisely each piece is crafted.
I have been fallowing you for a long time. I don't comment because I watch in the middle of the night and don't want to turn on lights.
I lived in Sequim for a few years after I retired from my 41 year railroad career. I was so inspired by what I learned from watching you that I thought I would like to build a model sailing ship, something I have always I have always wanted to do. I got a kit , and found out that I have to do all the same processes that I learned you do on the full sized boats. I haven't started yet, but I have appreciated all I have learned fro you.Thank you and God bless you and TallyHo
Love the editing Leo. Getting the hammer strokes to match the drum beat is brilliant. Boat looks fantastic. Well done all.
I've noticed the same on other videos he's made. Definitely a clever touch in editing that wouldn't be missed if he didn't do so, but it's a neat little detail and doesn't surprise me that Leo would take the time to sync them up.
Have to see it once more then...
I came to the comment section to comment exactly that. The saw and hammer sequence with Richard was spot on
9:15
He switches shots on beat often, an impressive attention to detail
I think Leo teased on IG or FB that they would be working on stanchions and (as a non-boat-builder nor sailor) wondered "why aren't they simply extensions of the frames - (not even asked, but readily answered! ... as usual!) then onto the cinematography - beautiful views of the marina / boatyard and the moon framed between two masts... on and on - I still say this is the Goolden standard on RUclips! LOL
Love watching the work done by these skilled boatbuilders. Pete has really grown into his role when he describes the work he is doing. I love the line with Rowan talking about the funny angles and strange appearance of the piece he installed when you say "That's boat building." I think we've all come to appreciate that over the years of watching this amazing channel. Thanks Leo for taking us along on the journey.
Wow what an achievement. I have watched every single episode from the very beginning and knew Leo was something special when he made a perfect scarf hoping for Tally Ho’s keel with a chain saw. Quite emotional watching her floating for the first time after all these years of toil and struggle. Surely one of the most inspirational RUclips series out there. Congratulations Leo. Awesome effort.
Always fun to see the progress, and Pete explaining what he is doing...and Rowan....just being Rowan.
The art of boat building making something out of square that isn't square that is in assents of boat building. God love ya all!
LOL came across this before YT even deigned to notify me!
Last time I was this early, YT's motto was still "Broadcast Yourself"
I love the interludes that are just static shots around the boat yard. Let those shots linger for a few more seconds!
Short video! The amount of work you put into these videos is incredible. Music choices, video and photography, the editing and more than I can ever know that goes into each production. Thank you Leo and crew for another great video. Take care.
Love that you mention the music. Amongst the rest. 👍🏻
This Bristol Channel Pilot Cutter is being built with the best ship Wrighting skills, & techniques. You guys are also using the best quality materials money can buy. I think it will be very similar to the Cockwells Pilot cutter Polly Agatha, when she is finished. You are without a doubt one of the best ship wrights I have ever seen. I really enjoy your videos.
Leo, besides your obvious boat skills, you are a very talented video editor and videographer. The montage of shots about one third in is just gorgeous.
Looking back at this series I too have been very impressed by his video and editing skills, but after each video I have always come to the conclusion that this young man could be employed in almost any business from hands on to senior management. His videos alone are worthy of the discovery channel.
Leo, I can't believe Iv been watching this journey for 4 years now,it's the best RUclips content I have followed.. I'm from Arklow in Ireland and I think I remember u saying before the boat was once here for a time so it's a cool connection I feel to the project,I just wish I could have chipped in to lend a hand. Thank u for takin us all along for the journey
Your Muzak over the years has been really good. I heard some old favourites and found some new tunes !
I wish my grandfather Herb Parsons was alive to enjoy your work. He was born in 190x in Bonne bay nfld. He grew up in the age of schooners which were the mainstay of transportation in newfoundland. Tallyho would have been ultimate luxury vehicle that all the young guys would have dreamt about. He would have really appreciated your work, and documenting of your work. It’s is of great value.
He would quietly lament the passing of the wooden boat, but accepting of the changing times. Similar to today’s passing of internal combustion vehicles. Thanks for the extra effort to share your work, I will find a way to add something to your work before you are finished. Best wishes for continued success.
Grew up in Gig Harbor and have been away from home for almost 20 years in the Navy and I can honestly say that watching these videos makes me feel really close to home. Been watching since day one. She’s looking beautiful team. BRAVO ZULU!!!
“Tricky little pieces to make” what an understatement, what a sense of achievement when it fits. Awesome 👏
IKR, it just blows me a way how they can build something that fits so well. I just wonder if there are times when something has to be remade because they have taken off just a bit too much that it can't be remedied?
Looking from the transom forward you can really see the beautiful lines of Tally Ho. Pete is such a great asset to the build and does acceptional work.
No Comment except CHEERS from Vancouver Island!!!
You all are not building a boat! You are creating art! The craftsmanship and beauty is amazing!
Rowan looks tired and frustrated but his “helping others” is invaluable.
I think/hope that frustration was playful, considering Rowan's character =)
He’s usually a bubbly personality. Not this time though.
The work Rowan is doing supporting the others is as important if not more important. Leo, Pete and Richard could not do the work they do without him. Your a rockstar Rowan!!!!
Maybe it's time Rowan because a paid helper?
Fantastic bloke and skills to match.
Your video is always the highlight of my week
Can still remember the acrid smell of hot pitch when my folks laid hard wood cheron-pattern parquet flooring in the early 1960. Dad doing the main body and mum with a mobile gas-heated pitch-pot fitting the cuttings along the margins. The progress is always satisfying to watch as Tally Ho moves to completion. The range and scope of tasks remains a source of wonder to me. Keep at it Leo and crew - she's a beaut.
The depth and range of Leo’s knowledge and the quality of workmanship that his guidance inspires in his crew is just astonishing. This will undoubtedly be a life’s achievement for his crew and, I imagine, Leo himself. This vessel will be a work of art.
both of my brothers AND my father here in germany are loving your content. thank you for that and pls don't get to overworked nobody gets anything if you're getting a burn out :)
The work on the bilge is absolutely beautiful. Who would have thought that was possible.
Great episode as always Leo and Tally Ho crew! Thank you!
Thank you to everyone for letting us follow along, cheers.
Awesome way to start the weekend!
For sure!
This glorious example of sailing heritage deserves nothing other than the absolute epitome of fixtures and fittings , consequently , thus far Leo and his colleagues in that regard have excelled .This magnificent vessel deserves no less than the grandest of all marine diesels i.e. a Gardner Diesel Engine . Leo , Please , Please .Please , cancel that trashy trinket of a Kubota , not only are they all "piss and glitter" , but are not made to last multiple lifetimes such as a Gardner is. Your beautiful craft deserves the best and nothing less , at least not an Asian throw away engine .Love your show , have been an adherent since episode number one , Cheers .
The smile at 8:55 is priceless. It made my day.
Greetings from the high plains of Texas.
I started as a bargeman. The old seaboard barge I first worked on was a refugee from the scrap yard. Going up the Hudson in the ice was ok, but coming down empty was another story. The ice would scrape the bottom and rust blisters would get knocked off. We would have to go down in each cargo tank and checked for leaks. The fix was a wooden plug filled over with cement. We made our own hydraulic concrete by adding a hand full of plaster of Paris. If the water was too warm, or I put too much plaster in it , it would set up in my hands.. That barge had more concrete than my sidewalk.
Leo, you seem to be very busy here as of late, more so than usual and I wanted to thank you for continuing to take the time to post videos of you and your crew's continuing efforts to restore Tally Ho. Thanks.
Beast, love the videos. The wood rot thing with concrete is because concrete, similar to tar in a way, is never quite settled. When water is added to the dry concrete mix, the chemical reaction that gives it its strength starts and technically never stops. Since water is the limiting reagent in that chemical reaction, as long as it is present the concrete will continue to absorb it (and gain strength). Like the world's heaviest silica packet
It's good to "helperman" get to put his own initials on a few bits of boat too. I can't wait to learn all about Leo's take on decks for traditional boats. I've been waiting for that one.
I'm hoping he uses Jeffery's #2 Marine Glue for the deck seams, as was traditionally (since 1843) done. I so want to see that process done properly.
@@WhatAboutTheBee traditionally, and for hundreds of years, #1 Marine pitch was used.
His "initials" ...do you mean apprentice marks?
I didn't mean it literally. Is there really such a thing as apprentice marks?
Rowan thanks for sticking around mate! And excellent work everyone else too. Excited for the technical walkthrough next week sometime.
Brilliant Leo, it’s such a treat to see her coming on so well, my goodness Tally Ho’s a glorious sight, down in her bilges, all that gleaming bronze and beautiful wood!
It never ceases to amaze me that a rough piece of wood can be shaped and fit so beautifully, these are young craftsmen and they definitely weren’t asleep when they were taught these fine skills, it’s great to see these traditions are still carried on, I love working with wood and truly appreciate what you young men do!
If Tally Ho lasted 100 years on the first go, then it should last 200 years the way it's being rebuilt. Good job boys!
On a long enough timeline almost all the timbers will get replaced again, with Leo's skills it will at least be safe from being left to rot so long that everything needs replaced in his lifetime.
If that's the case... wouldn't it be interesting to plant the trees Now !
So that in 100 years... there will be lumber awaiting .. now that would be epic. Call it Leo's grove.
@@fredmertz1791 that's one of the cool things about Acorn to Arabella, many of it's timbers were harvested from family property, if they keep it and selective harvest over the years something like you describe could happen. Tally-Ho has timbers sourced from various continents.
@@alexhamon9261 I didn't know about that channel, Is it as good as this?
@@Neilukuk instead of a restoration it's a new build, less traditional more modern. Mostly local timbers, different style of frames, learning as they go rather than Leo's yard work background. Tally-Ho will probably end up the better looking boat, this community has afforded him the best quality and most beautiful materials available for his restoration. Another cool boat building channel is Tips From a Shipright, Lou is sharing a lifetime of knowledge while building a couple skiffs and rowing dory you could build in your own garage and just starting rebuilding Orca from the movie Jaws.
Hi
I had a fishing boat built at Gerald Pearn's yard in Looe, Cornwall in the 1980s. She was cemented all along the centerline and ends. This resulted in a 'sump' for the bilge pump strum box.
She could be cleaned out and dried with a sponge ready for painting in an hour.
She's still going strong and fishing out of Newlyn.
Portland cement sticks like glue to wood if it's not painted.
Very enjoyable video.
Good luck son!
Another absolutely awesome video. I like how Pete was all like ok, smash that all together and make it make sense lol. He’s the best.
Pine tar/pitch pits can be found from E to W coasts of Canada and the USA as well. When wooden boats were the main shipping vessels thousands of gallons of hot pitch was needed in the building and operating of these magnificent creations. Slowly but surely I am watching these wonderful posts of this amazing journey you have created. Just plain love everything my friend..... Dean......
Wow ! So much going on all at once. I love the look of pride in Rowans face when his project worked out fine. I am really starting to see your vision. Tally Ho was built or I should say finished the year my grandmother Margarita McNinch Walkley was born. So this boat has extra meaning to me. It's beautiful just like my Grandma. I think of her every time I watch your videos. Thanks for that!
9:15 lets just appreciate the synchronicity of the music and video here. Those are small details in the editing that make such a video much more enjoyable.
And a happy Thanksgiving to all the Sampson Boat builders!
So, a lot of measure 25 times cut close, measure some more, carve a bit, scribe it some, carve/plane it a bit, scribe it a bit more, repeat until it fits... move on to the next chunk of wood.
Check for fairnes... fair to the other chunks/boards/bits&bobs.
Got it. Same story, new pieces, all towards the two year goal of splash down. 🤗
🤔 I can hardly wait. Some how you all, and the other channels, seem to keep me interested. And I have never even stepped foot on a sail boat in my 51 years on this planet, yet. But it is definitely on my bucket list of dreams. However, now that I am disabled, it will have to be as a passenger.
Thanks for helping an old guy dream.😀
Cool stuff as always, looking forward to the keel pour, part 2! LOL Seasoned woodworker here, wouldn't mind helping if I'm in the area.
Looking forward to that as well, it will surely be another great milestone
Great 📹🎥 video thanks everyone!
Can't wait to see the decking being put in place. And the keel. And the mast. So many exciting milestones still left.
Best thing to watch on Any media.
Just so great to see so much progress. Congratulations to the team.
That workshop door is immense....makes my garage door look like a cat flap...👍🏴
Short and sweet. Thank you Tally Ho team!
The ease these guys manufacturer beautiful parts for the boat is mind blowing
You know Leo... these days when I watch film of the old wooden boats I have a completely different perspective on every part of them. This good, my deeper understanding, and all because of me taking the Tally Ho journey these past few years. Thank you.
I worked with pitch back in my 20's and after watching you heat it up, I can still smell it after 30 years.
That's a smell you never forget.
I think I could watch a timelapse of someone driving large screws into wood all day long; very satisfying.
Hundreds or even thousands years of improving and observations - so many details addressed!
Whoa, rafts were used 8000 years ago, boats 7000! Can you imagine 7000 years?!
Man, your content is the best. Makes my weekend every time. I learn so much and I'm so entertained. Love how much the crew gets featured, and Leo does a great job explaining. Love your work!
You are supporters of several builders, congratulations!
Strength to your arm! As you know, mortar/concrete/cement in the bilge is pretty common in old boats. I think the present dim view of it in new carvel builds simply comes from our experiences pulling it out during restorations/rebuilds. I have cursed the stuff, perhaps unnecessarily because you are right it does come out easy. Last bilge I pitched I used beeswax over pitch. Comes in big bags of pellets. Easy to melt and pour - much easier than pitch, and it smells good to boot. High volume pours way easier. Easy to remove. I think the function of the pitching is to direct the flow of bilge water to the lowest point, not much more. Salt water preserves wood. Fresh water promotes rot. What I have seen is salt water wood boats rot from the top down, from fresh water incursions through the deck.
You can almost smell the wood, with the closeups in the video. Really great video.
Rowan speaking to camera is such a treasure man. Even with the slightly lower energy this time, it's just a treat.
I'm so pleased with him being such a big part of the project.
Pete's 'pain in the arse' swear was a highlight of this video. Go Pete. 😄
It must feel good now to have a brand new hull and now start assembling everything back on that hull. I have a feeling things are going to speed up from here and Tally-Ho will be her old self again. She is a fine looking Yacht Leo. She is actually an Art piece. Ship building is amazing.
Loved the shipyard intermezzo
Richard looks like he's having way too much fun. Thank-you for another great video. Looking forward to the deck planking video.
Nobody does it like Leo. True video genius story teller. Love the pitch talk about filling caulking.
Tip, use a steel watering can for pouring pitchbut only partially fill it. To make it eaier to remove pitch get it colld as you can it'll chip off and you can pick it up no stickyness. Cement will soak up any underlying dampness thats why we use dampproof courses in buildings and if allowed to air will dry out to the aatmosphere., it's constantly drawing moisture out.
I thought the original concrete was for used for ballast. Learn something new in every video, thanks Leo and crew!
Thanks for you amazing videos they are the highlight of my week
The shorter video format totally works and nice to better understand specific elements (from a land lubbr perspective) 😎👍
Leo, I love the education involved with your videos. I love woodworking, and have always dreamed of building a boat. All of the vocabulary and terms are mind boggling.
I think about how those now dead men crafted this boat originally without the benefit of cordless tools, and power planners and grinders.
Thanks for keeping this art alive.
That boat yard montage at dusk was great, especially the welding shot.
Rowan has really grown, he seems much more secure in himself and knowledgeable about what he's doing. An asset to the team for sure.
yay, a new sampson vid
It boggling the mind how much work has been done! Thanks for sharing!
Looks as if Pete has created a few more empty plugs for Rowan to plug.
Great work guys (and gals??)
As a former wood boat owner I truly enjoy watching you and the crew doing what I dreamed of doing. Keep up the good work and I will keep up enjoying and learning.
Fantastic channel
Lotta work in those stanchions eh boys.. Nice work.. 👍 😁
Or is it staunchions..!? 😲😊
Astounding build quality 👌
Thanks, Leo, for keeping something so majestic in this world.
Let me add my congratulations on such a fantastic effort on everyone's behalf. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. May Leo be blessed with the gift of joy as he struggles to complete a magnificent project.
Leo ,
You guys and gals have made so much progress and it's all being done professionally . The craftmenship that going into this boat is quite apparent. I must admit when I first saw the boat I commented that it would never sail again. Boy have you ever proved me wrong.
Stay safe and can't wait for more videos.
Its great to have a whole video devoted to what the rest of the crew are doing, each contribute so much in thier own way. Rowan is a star 😀 . Richard quietly but relentlessly plugging away at it with years if experience, and Pete is a legend now.
Question, how many packs of gum does Pete get through in a typical week ;-) ?
Gum? i think he
chew tobacco :-D
Still the best thing on any box! Consistently good. Thank you.