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
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.
@@Timpon_Dorz 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.
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
Incredibly skilled and professional craftsman! You are articulate and your work speaks for itself. You make an incredible role model for young people looking for an inspiration to get into a skilled trade. Remarkable!
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..
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
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!
I love how absolutely corny and forced the RUclips-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.
You are a credit to your profession. This is the second video of yours that I have watched. I enjoyed every minute of each video. But watching you work you are complete in your tasks even going as far as to fix other issues that spring up along the way, such as the cracks in that boat. In effect you’re not skipping corners, but rather servicing your client to their fullest needs ensuring a positive experience for them. That kind of pride and professionalism is lost on today’s youth!
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..
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!
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...!!!
👏🎯💡 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!
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
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.
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.
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. 😅
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
I used to work in a fab making integrated circuits. The metal used on the wafers was aluminum. I would probe the wafers to test the transistors and other components and collect the data for the models that the engineers would use to design the building blocks of the integrated circuits. The metal would flash oxide as soon as the wafer came out of the vacuum into contact with the atmosphere it was virtually instantaneous. When I would probe the aluminum it was like a thin layer of ice on a pond where the oxide was the ice and the water below was the pure aluminum. The aluminum oxide was extremely hard it shattered you did not puncture a hole you shattered a hole. The chips of aluminum oxide would fly up and hit my microscope. Think about a grinder wheel or a cutting disc they are aluminum oxide particles that can cut steel. I forget what aluminum oxide is on the Rockwell scale but it is up there. Rubies are aluminum oxide in a regular/organized/crystal structure. It would dull my probes and I would have to sharpen them on a ceramic substrate. Long story short the raw aluminum flash oxidizes instantly there is no such thing as raw aluminum unless it is in a vacuum, covered by a layer of oxide or another coating. So after a few days the aluminum oxide has grown much thicker than the flash after sanding.
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.
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 have used the miller 30A spool gun for years, I finally upgraded to an Alumipro push pull and man what a difference. If you do a lot of aluminum its worth the price. Nice work thanks for the vids.
Good job !!!!! I'd like you to show you welding technique with the spool gun. looks like you are able to get a nice weld bead. Your repair is far better then then the original. Thanks for the video.
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.
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.
Our shops welder work most of his career fixing tugboat props. He'd be the first to tell you that props on working boats have very short lives, especially close to shore. We've talking full size river barges that get 1 trip out of a rebuild prop due to the shifting riverbed. This poop boat prob spends all its time as close to that outhouse as it can get banging against whatever the shore is. I just like that they colour matched the speedstripes to the cargo, pretty classy
Very pretty job!!! Nice video!!! Thanks for sharing!!!! The only problem with this support bracket is if the owner desire for any reason to change the outboard engine!!! The other shall have different holes!!!! Have good time every time!!!! Best regards from Hellas (Greece)
Nice work. I don’t think your ever going to have a problem with the welded bung’s in the mounting plate. The engine’s bracket has such a big clamping area. Don’t think it’s going to put any stress on the welds
Great design and sturdy transom. I know you are contracted to fabricate a new transom mount; though maybe a word about protecting from galvanic corrosion.
I worked in aluminum boat fab shop. He's using WD40 to prevent Al from gumming up blades. We used a wax stick. Anyway, I had fun watching and the redesign IS way better, I'd say genius. Considering it's a poop pump boat I think you went a bit excessive on the blending and finish buffing but that's just me talking from experience working in a boat shop. Sea Ark in Arkansas was the shop. Local police officer was busted stealing plate by dragging it out under the fence at night. His own style of fishing.
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
I think you should keep expanding, get into the axle surgeons or united axle franchise that'd keep a f350 sized service truck busy around the clock and it would definitely turn a profit fast esp sense you already have trucks amd equipment to start with. Love your channel always get a thumbs up from me!
You have some pretty cool and diverse projects. Just some constructive criticism though. The shop bending your aluminum should've used a bigger radius die for the 3/8". Those cracks from the forming will just spider with the vibration and flex of the boat. Also when you cut the square into the transom where the laser didn't want to cut a circle, in the future at least cut a radius in your corners. As mentioned above, there's a high chance of cracking out there due to the vibration and flex.
As an old welder, I really enjoy the variety of jobs you take on. Young people can learn a lot from watching you. Keep up the good work!
I am 100% certain the owner will not understand the beautiful craftsmanship that went into this project. Thank you for sharing.
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.
your right on with the helium mix plus it saves the torch too
I was going to say pretty much the same thing 😂💪🏼👍🏻
50Ar/50He for 1/4+ Ally, all day long. also, could use 100He for DC TIG.
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
I put a 20 amp breaker in in and call it a day
This guy does excellent work. Hard work and experience pays off.
It is very impressive the wide range of jobs that you not only complete, but do very well. I've learned a lot from your channel already. Thank you!
I agree John, he is very knowledgeable and a damn good welder/fabricator/machinist.
Your engineering and welding process is top notch ,Your skills and perfectionism again shows just like every project you do.Great content
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.
@@Timpon_Dorz 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
@@tankerm11982 I showed Lincoln how to make his machines. What's your point? You suck at welding? That's a given with your butthurt comment.
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.
This was a beautiful rebuild job. If the US Navy see this you might be fixing much bigger boats. You are a gifted artist with a welder Sir. Thank you.
The LCAC world would be very happy with his skills.
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
As an apprentice, I love these videos. I learn something new every video, and applying some of it at work makes me shine over my fellow apprentices.
Incredibly skilled and professional craftsman! You are articulate and your work speaks for itself. You make an incredible role model for young people looking for an inspiration to get into a skilled trade. Remarkable!
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
As one must say "That ain't goin no where".
Nice job, big improvements are always satisfying.
Greg, your thought to fix a problem and workmanship are superb.
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..
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
Thank you Paul!
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!
hate the world where you arent paid better than influencers. the skill set is wide and the quality is the best.
I love how absolutely corny and forced the RUclips-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.
I love that just about every step of this build beside the welding included the use of WD 40
Agreed re the wd40..I was using bath soap to lubricate the flapper disks. I'll try wd40.
Excellent job, my only suggestion to help you is to get a portable bead blaster for cleaning up your surfaces to make it easier on you.
If it's worth building, it's worth overbuilding.
Nicely done, that should last a long time.
If it's worth overbuilding, then it's worth making it perfect.
You are a credit to your profession. This is the second video of yours that I have watched. I enjoyed every minute of each video. But watching you work you are complete in your tasks even going as far as to fix other issues that spring up along the way, such as the cracks in that boat. In effect you’re not skipping corners, but rather servicing your client to their fullest needs ensuring a positive experience for them. That kind of pride and professionalism is lost on today’s youth!
Seriously upgraded transom bracket! Looks like it will outlast the rest of the boat, thanks for sharing.
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..
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!
They also make stearate matrix flap wheels for aluminum that won't load up FYI. Usually green.
I don't see that lasting more than a couple hundred years. Well done!
At least the part he worked on.
Never underestimate the power of stupid. The same idiot(s) that did that bang up job on it are just going to fuck up that good repair in no time.
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...!!!
👏🎯💡 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!
I love watching a master at work. First class fabrication and repair 👍
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
Nice work! Thanks for all the pointers along the way. You are a master of your craft👍
So neat to watch problem, diagnose , & repair. Great informative videos.
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.
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.
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. 😅
If your a skilled mechanic doing every job to your standard is important
great job! the step looks perfect, exactly what I was thinking before you actually did it.
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?
Wow, that was cool! I would love to see an in mask view of your weld technique.
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.
Haha, I've worked in parks before and they for sure have first timers on that boat every year! Who else wants to be on outhouse detail ;)
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.
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.
I love your work one question why not put the boarding ladder on the port to avoid the tripping hazard on the starboard ?
I wouldn’t want those welds blended! I love seeing great welds like that
That welder has the skills to pay the bills.
Another outstanding repair. Well thought out upgrades. Professional finishes. True skilled technician/craftsman.
Good Lord, man, you're a true artist! Absolutely stunning work and exceptionally well thought out. WOW!
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.
While working aircraft we called them hog hair grinders, worked great. Great job!
In the automotive/truck repair industry we call them Oatmeal Cookies
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!
I always learn so much on these videos! TIL about using a spool gun for aluminum welding.
Great work; it seems with all the failure points that that boat was not built for such a huge and heavy engine!?
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.
You sir are at the top of the game.
Never underestimate the determination of minimum wage employees ability to destroy a well made product. Looks like the think that is a bumper boat.
I used to work in a fab making integrated circuits.
The metal used on the wafers was aluminum. I would probe the wafers to test the transistors and other components and collect the data for the models that the engineers would use to design the building blocks of the integrated circuits.
The metal would flash oxide as soon as the wafer came out of the vacuum into contact with the atmosphere it was virtually instantaneous.
When I would probe the aluminum it was like a thin layer of ice on a pond where the oxide was the ice and the water below was the pure aluminum.
The aluminum oxide was extremely hard it shattered you did not puncture a hole you shattered a hole.
The chips of aluminum oxide would fly up and hit my microscope.
Think about a grinder wheel or a cutting disc they are aluminum oxide particles that can cut steel.
I forget what aluminum oxide is on the Rockwell scale but it is up there.
Rubies are aluminum oxide in a regular/organized/crystal structure.
It would dull my probes and I would have to sharpen them on a ceramic substrate.
Long story short the raw aluminum flash oxidizes instantly there is no such thing as raw aluminum unless it is in a vacuum, covered by a layer of oxide or another coating.
So after a few days the aluminum oxide has grown much thicker than the flash after sanding.
Great job. Not only a repair but a design improvement.
Thanks for taking the time to show how it is done. Looks like they really backed into something.
To me that is some awesome work
The way they drive the boat, the hull is going to collapse before the transom does. Well done video. Like your style.
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.
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.
Never realized how useful wd40 was with aluminum! Thanks for the tips
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 have used the miller 30A spool gun for years, I finally upgraded to an Alumipro push pull and man what a difference. If you do a lot of aluminum its worth the price. Nice work thanks for the vids.
Fabricator, welder, machinist, where do your skills stop. Great work my man!
Thank you for sharing.
That was absolutely awesome, Greg!! Very well thought out and implemented!! Thanks again, Vic!!!
Good job !!!!! I'd like you to show you welding technique with the spool gun. looks like you are able to get a nice weld bead. Your repair is far better then then the original. Thanks for the video.
Excellent job, very clever on the swing step side. gives the swimmer an extra grab handle now.
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.
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.
We need to grow the trades and support all the craftsmen out there. Excellent work
very nice clean work most people dont know how long it takes for a good job.a bad job only takes a minute and lasts just as long
Our shops welder work most of his career fixing tugboat props. He'd be the first to tell you that props on working boats have very short lives, especially close to shore. We've talking full size river barges that get 1 trip out of a rebuild prop due to the shifting riverbed. This poop boat prob spends all its time as close to that outhouse as it can get banging against whatever the shore is. I just like that they colour matched the speedstripes to the cargo, pretty classy
Very good job, the design,bending and wielding.
Absolute beaut of a job there! The transom will be the best looking part of the entire rig now.
It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere and in this video it happens to be on the bald spot on top of your head. Time for a cold one. Great work.
wow, superb workmanship and welding skills!
Nice and clean , good work ,now your got a date in New York,good luck.😊
Very pretty job!!! Nice video!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!
The only problem with this support bracket is if the owner desire for any reason to change the outboard engine!!! The other shall have different holes!!!!
Have good time every time!!!!
Best regards from Hellas (Greece)
Over 40 years welding here and I approve your skill n ability ......Good Job.... Be Well n Keep America Great 👍👍..
I read your out of California and I'm given ya extra Points running a business n living in that state.. MB..
Unbelievable job. The skills show thru each step, including some rethinking…. Thank YOU!
Holy Smokes! That press brake work was phenomenal, too.
Nice job 👍. One zip across the disk with bees wax helps from plugging up. Seen it on another yt channel.
Fantastic job!!! You're proud of this project
Cool fortifying mod. Don't see much aluminum welding on YT so this project is a premium content contender.
Nice work. I don’t think your ever going to have a problem with the welded bung’s in the mounting plate. The engine’s bracket has such a big clamping area. Don’t think it’s going to put any stress on the welds
Very nice workmanship !!!
You did a awesome job on fixing that making it with thicker aluminum
Great design and sturdy transom. I know you are contracted to fabricate a new transom mount; though maybe a word about protecting from galvanic corrosion.
I like that design. This is an exemplar of 'better than factory.'
amazing craftsmanship! Customer must be very pleased
been welding since 2005 just learned something new with aluminum wd40 and a grinder
A job very well thot out and repaired, a much stronger transom in the end, you can probably weld snow onto ice, i enjoyed the video
Aaaand we're back beneath the underbelly of civilization. Love it.
It's all fun and games until the outhouses stop getting cleaned.
Super impressed with the quality of your work. Pretty cool, the way you use the Tig Footswitch pedal with your knee.
I worked in aluminum boat fab shop. He's using WD40 to prevent Al from gumming up blades. We used a wax stick.
Anyway, I had fun watching and the redesign IS way better, I'd say genius. Considering it's a poop pump boat I think you went a bit excessive on the blending and finish buffing but that's just me talking from experience working in a boat shop. Sea Ark in Arkansas was the shop. Local police officer was busted stealing plate by dragging it out under the fence at night. His own style of fishing.
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
I think you should keep expanding, get into the axle surgeons or united axle franchise that'd keep a f350 sized service truck busy around the clock and it would definitely turn a profit fast esp sense you already have trucks amd equipment to start with. Love your channel always get a thumbs up from me!
You have some pretty cool and diverse projects. Just some constructive criticism though.
The shop bending your aluminum should've used a bigger radius die for the 3/8". Those cracks from the forming will just spider with the vibration and flex of the boat.
Also when you cut the square into the transom where the laser didn't want to cut a circle, in the future at least cut a radius in your corners. As mentioned above, there's a high chance of cracking out there due to the vibration and flex.
My two favorite stuff, boats and metal fab. Great video.
A nice long video I really enjoyed watching that thanks for sharing it with us 👍🇬🇧
Bravo!! That little tube mistake looks like it could be a nice grab handle when getting out of the water. Thanks for sharing.
43:47 I can appreciate you going back and flushing out those low spots.