It’s now time to rip down the ceiling and discover what lies above #diy #boat #build
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@TheNarrowboatPirate Жыл бұрын
I’m loving following your journey, you really are a grafter James 😃
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Hey you!! Thanks for watching Heidi - glad you are. How’s the camper ?? Not quite the same vibe having a swig of rum at the wheel of one of them is it 😂 hope you’re well xx
@TheNarrowboatPirate Жыл бұрын
@@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt I may bring it to see you for a brew once you have finished …. and the rate you are going it will be next Thursday 😂😂❤️
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
@@TheNarrowboatPirateyeah we should do that - this boat could tour the network so may moor by you one day x
@karldubhe8619 Жыл бұрын
Hey! I've seen you before. My two favourite boaters. (hugs)😻
@jonathanphillips3257 Жыл бұрын
Morning James, this boat refurb will be the making of you, mate we are all with you on this journey. The wiring from what you have showed us here and those taped up connectors etc... remove it all its not worth the potential risk to the boat, you and the kids. As a construction manager and engineer believe me you will keep thinking about such things later if you don't take the opportunity now and do it properly. You have great foundations in the bare shell of the boat, give her the best you can. She deserves it.
@sarkybugger5009 Жыл бұрын
You keep making more work for yourself, James. How soon do you have to be out of the boatyard? All the best.
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
It’s the only way. I’m happy to make more work for myself - this is not about just fitting it out in any way and getting it on the cut. I think the engine will be back in this week and maybe in the water the week after 😮
@sarkybugger5009 Жыл бұрын
@@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Good luck. If there's anything I can help with...
@RagtimeMikeinSD Жыл бұрын
It's the scariest plant in the jungle, It's roots are ever so humble. But James has a feeling, He finds very appealing, It’s soon to become 57 plus one’s new ceiling.
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
What a poetic talent you have kind sir
@ruaidhrikathygill8833 Жыл бұрын
IMHO it was wise to pull ceiling off and get a look at the wiring, which looks hodgepodge. I know you are finding more issues as you go, duck hatches etc, but I hope you are able to maintain your optimism that this will be a bait you and your children can spend many years on. A builder once told me “do it once, do it well”, and I see you are doing that. Have a good weekend James. 😊🤗 Kathy
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
That’s my idea too - do it well and once. Besides this boat does deserve a really quality fit out if I can. Wiring is key to that
@sandyprosser805 Жыл бұрын
Your so exciting to watch ,don’t know what’s going to happen it’s great viewing. Take care 😊
@rickonnye2001 Жыл бұрын
You’re working hard 😊good idea to strip the ceiling so you can see what you are dealing with 😊nice video 😊thank you
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Thanks pal
@jeanniehyde8090 Жыл бұрын
Don’t forget to rest and take care of your wellbeing too James. 🤗 your new home is going to be so amazing, new memories with the children too, thanks for sharing
@Acapulc941 Жыл бұрын
Don't know how you find the energy for daily demolition and putting out a vlog. Most admirable, James. Leigh
@ssliberte Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the time to update your journey! Loving the repair updates. It will be sad to see Sloe Patrol go eventually.
@annmcwilliams1230 Жыл бұрын
Glad you are considering a reverse lay out I thought from the start it would suit you better. But you’ll do what is best for you. Watching with interest your doing great.
@ruthscott5166 Жыл бұрын
Thanks James, see you tomorrow.
@annjarvis9300 Жыл бұрын
Well done James gd look thinking of you tc the oldies 👍
@cotcottage2788 Жыл бұрын
Were loving these vlogs on project 57
@timmarland7162 Жыл бұрын
Loving the videos James! It’s great to see you getting stuck in. (Olis mate)
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Oh Tim - long time pal - hope alls well
@RagtimeMikeinSD Жыл бұрын
There once was a great boat builder named James, Destruction and demolition his game. With the help of some friends, His success depends, 57 plus one may someday have a new name.
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Very good
@RetroBytesUK Жыл бұрын
Its great getting to watch you getting all the old stuff out and getting things back to a good state. Glad you decided to pull down the old ceiling, as I guess who ever did the wiring did not know that the chemicals is spray foam eventually react with the plastic insulator on the cables causing it to turn brittle and eventually break down. An electrical short and a potential fire is not the best way to find out that's a thing. People use conduit for a reason.
@nickholt6454 Жыл бұрын
I know nothing about boats but maybe the exposed bits of steel in the roof are corroded (more than the concealed bits below the insulation) because the steel is cold and there’s condensation forming directly on it from warm water vapour in the boat. I’m a structural engineer and that happens in building roofs so maybe it also happens in boats also.
@peterthebricky Жыл бұрын
I thought about a vapour barrier too , don't the multi layer quilt type rolls of insulation act as vapour barriers especially when you tape all edges and holes
@nickholt6454 Жыл бұрын
@@peterthebrickyyeh, it’s the stuff with the foil layered in I think. I don’t think you could seal it properly in the boat (to the walls). I think if it’s coated with spray foam that’ll act as the barrier though
@sknight1963 Жыл бұрын
James, On a reverse layout. Give this a think. Master bedroom in the front. Second bedroom with bunks on each side that fold up when the kids are not with. Sort of a sideways Murphy style. Bath with shower on one side and a toilet/sink on the other. Salon with dinette Galley aft. Just a thought Cheers Mate, Scott
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yep that’s the way it’s going mate
@sknight1963 Жыл бұрын
I would also think about sliding doors, maybe a pocket door style. Barn doors could work too.
@monopolylife Жыл бұрын
Things are looking up and the ceiling is coming down. Your idea to change the layout to a reverse with the bedrooms and bath towards the front is good.
@thepeanutgallery1699 Жыл бұрын
If you were merely retrofitting, going with the trad layout might be alright, but if you're going to go to the trouble of tearing the whole thing out and creating bulkheads, etc., I'd go with the reverse-layout. Seems like jumping inside to get a cuppa/snacks is always a thing while cruising too. Kind of a dash if it's all in the front.
@bradleybolton3843 Жыл бұрын
Do it Well and you only do it once. Also buy cheap buy twice. Looks like you are really doing things properly James. It’s a joy to watch. Personally I think reverse lay out is good, galley near the main entrance works well.
@Bee-ih5uy Жыл бұрын
It's so inviting and bright by the stern, it'll make a brilliant galley (if you end up going that route). Good call on the tear-out, smart making use of that skip...(also please don't feel the need to reply, I know how busy you are!)
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Sorry I’m replying!! Yeah the galley at stern will be bright - I have a frosted window in the current bathroom which will have to be swapped with a clear one but should be better that way
@aerotro Жыл бұрын
Spray foam keeps the heat in on very cold winters, it also reduces condensation from warm moist air coming into direct contact with cold steel, otherwise much bigger rust problems.
@DEmma1972 Жыл бұрын
new wiring throughout. An absolute must IMO. Old wires, probably brittle now with dodgy breaks with possible corrosion at the terminals and throughout the actual wires. Bite the bullet with £400 of wiring and sleep safe
@davidsedlickas8222 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely astonishing your enthusiasm for a massive daunting task ahead of you James.
@travellingDAS Жыл бұрын
Given you’ll have your kids aboard, have you thought about having the saloon at the stern, then galley / bed 2 / head / bed 1? That way they’ve got somewhere to hang out and you can keep an eye on them from the tiller. If you’ve got clear channels for cabling, why add the cost of conduit for low voltage feeds? If you go with conduit, when you do run the new cabling, don’t forget to add a draw wire for any future additional needs.
@1258-Eckhart Жыл бұрын
I support the new layout proposal for what it's worth. Bedroom at the bow end - good idea.
@chrisrand5185 Жыл бұрын
Fully agree with your reverse layout idea. To make best use of your forward well deck it may be worth considering making the front cabin a comfortable daytime living area which converts to a bedroom at night. This would compensate for the reduction in space in the dinette caused by the creation of the second cabin.
@TheDaf95xf Жыл бұрын
Morning young James. Good job exposing that wiring even though it’s made a lot more work for you 🙄 But you’ll know it’ll be safe when you’ve redone it 👍🏻 That is what’s making your channel so popular m8 👍🏻 God live the King 👑
@narrowbeamdaydream Жыл бұрын
Advantage of traditional layout is that the well deck becomes and extension of the saloon, which is nice in summer. Spray foam looks a bit thin, especially for live aboard. You might consider extra insulation on the ceiling.
@trevornelmes9331 Жыл бұрын
While I am here on a wet miserable coronation day (and believe me, if it were dry, I would be out on my Harley). Some pearls of wisdom (ha). Your 58 foot boat is a metal tube that will be twisting along its length for its whole life. If you use standard sealant anywhere on the boat, it will crack and fail (windows, sinks, taps, bath, shower). Use butyl tape (but not butyl putty). Need flexible pipes? Do NOT use the plastic corrugated stuff. It WILL crack and leak. Use solid pipes where you can, and silicone pipes where you must. Do not use ceramic tiles. No matter how well you lay them, they will move, crack and leak. DO use showerboard. Even for the ceiling. Do not have butt joints that need to be sealed. For example, a bath top meets a wall and you seal where they touch. It will leak. In that scenario, either find a bath or shower tray with a riser lip at the side that the backer board overlaps as it comes down (and seal with butyl tape), or use something like the Classi Seal Upstand tape.
@kevinmartin3859 Жыл бұрын
I like the sound of your second layout actually does sound more functional
@user-ig9hk6gd6h Жыл бұрын
Just suggesting if you put the bedrooms at the front of the boat you’ll only use the back half of the boat most of the day, and if you don’t make your bed no one is walking past it every 10 min and if someone wants a sleep in there’s no traffic coming past them. From back to front kitchen, dinette, lounge, bathroom, bedroom and master bedroom
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Don’t make my bed ??? I was a boarder at school for 10years - making my bed so not to show a crease is in my DNA
@johndrew6568 Жыл бұрын
As always BRILLIANT...
@mandycoleman1394 Жыл бұрын
Think it wise to get new wiring James least you know it’s safe for you and the kids! You watching the coronation ?? Have to be honest I certainly won’t be but that’s just me ! Hope you have a great weekend with your children. See you tomorrow if we are all lucky ! X
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
I’ll be watching it from the engine bilge as I plan to be red oxiding at that time
@mandycoleman1394 Жыл бұрын
@@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt your like the Duracell bunny James ! You never stop xx
@normmcrae1140 Жыл бұрын
I have no idea what your plan is for the ceiling, but I love the T&G... I also love the wood - so my dream would be a wood T&G ceiling, but to keep it light, use bleached wood, or a white transparent stain.... Can't wait to see what you have in mind!! Share your plans with the kids, and see what they say! - it's amazing how creative that young minds can be before they're boxed in by education and reality! They might come up with some surprising ideas for you!
@michellesivyour7808 Жыл бұрын
Love watching your videos. You work so hard 👍
@twee220467 Жыл бұрын
James use your multi tool to cut the trim, they are brilliant tools for that. keep up the good work it will all come together at once and look great.
@geoffingram2742 Жыл бұрын
The ceiling batten is in upside down weakening the timber structure rather than strengthening it. Put the cuts on the concave side not the context.
@kelvinhealey9907 Жыл бұрын
James I know your on a deadline but don't forget a bit of me time mate , you have to be happy aswell take it easy
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
I’m taking time out - some forced - some elected
@pjhue6607 Жыл бұрын
James works very hard
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
On things I love I do - I x bosses would also call me a lazy sod
@dotmenziesholden1251 Жыл бұрын
Looks like a lot of work at the minute but will be a brilliant result once done, the kiddies will love the extra space.
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’m hoping so too
@ianmyhill5156 Жыл бұрын
Hey James love the work and the daily updates. Was thinking with the exposed steel in the roof would a anti rust paint/epoxy just brushed over the top would slow and or manage the surface rust and no need for messy foam?
@mungmungie Жыл бұрын
The moment I saw the wiring I understood why you wanted to take down the ceiling. Yeow. Leaving that mess would be asking for trouble.
@alistairmoffat1307 Жыл бұрын
Hi James. In terms of layout It does seem logical to have a reverse layout so you can keep an eye on the kids as you cruise. Have you thought about the heating system. Although it's nice and cosy having a wood / coal burner. It's also a fire risk. The boat safety certificate makes you adhere to a pretty good standard but it's a hassel to maintain and clean. It can cause charing around the periphery. There might be a better heating solution which is cleaner and easier to use maybe. Just thought I would chuck that in to convider😊
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’m not going to instal a wood burner on this one. I have other ideas
@Cat-ni6fm Жыл бұрын
Those little blocks in the port and starboard channels were probably put in to hold the cables up in the channel!
@drewpartlow9813 Жыл бұрын
I would think long on pulling out all that cabling. Anything 12v is probably fine no older than the boat is. And check your gauge on your 240v, just make sure there's enough thickness there for the distance. Outside of that if the sheathing is still pliable and not dry rotted it's probably fine. Copper wire is through the roof, just my 2 cents. You're doing great, keep it up!
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’m thinking I can reuse a fair bit of the cabling. It’s all 3mm2 so for lighting cables that’s ample and it’s flex so looks ok
@oneshoan Жыл бұрын
I changed my mind about the wood ceiling when you were able to just pull it off. Can’t wait for your new design to start!
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
It was bad in some places - oh you wait - she’s gonnna be a beaut
@oneshoan Жыл бұрын
I know! Maybe this could be a new profession for you. Who knows. Enjoy your evening and tomorrow. Thank you
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
@@oneshoan maybe Have a lovely weekend
@Selocmr Жыл бұрын
James your doing well keep it up, just mind to rest also, just a thought if the owners stuff is just under the bed if I was you pack it and find somewhere you safe to put it, that give clear way to get on, also as you are doing a rethink,if you are wanting to keep kitchen units again I would do care full remove and keep onboard and work round as decided your layout. If able and nearby I would willingly give a hand take care now
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yeah was thinking if storing it at my parents but he also has a gun and welding stuff which they may not like in their dining room 😂
@Selocmr Жыл бұрын
@@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt I ,I would think you would be right(you could get a lock box and hide it in the boat)welding gear tarp it well and put outside (or not if light fingers are about)
@alanjohn6355 Жыл бұрын
Nice to see you considering other layouts, but it's really down to how it suits you and your kids in the end. In regards to the cost of replacing the likes of wiring, ceiling, lights and electrics and such, be pragmatic about it a little, the boat cost you nothing, so any money cost wise could be looked at against a potential £20, £30 or £40 thousand cost of buying a similar narrow boat. Glass half full, or half empty? 🤔 And its not a criticism on my side, it's a different spin on expenditure, cost of a fully working (not to your style) boat, against cost of a refitting?
@MrHowardMoon8 ай бұрын
What is the average cost of a complete re-fit if you strip everything back to bare metal and the ribs? I'm talking about taking it to a business who re-fit narrowboat interiors.
@trevornelmes9331 Жыл бұрын
That area at the bow with no side windows and no front windows is perfect for the kids bedroom, with lift up bunk beds either side that lift up to reveal bench seats with box storage under, with the through way in the middle. Reverse layout? Yes, the windows, hatch etc are clearly made that way. But oh, that fit out was very poor quality. If the original owner paid good money for that, they were had, big time. Might need to take the roof battens off and treat those cross members.
@trevornelmes9331 Жыл бұрын
Darn, wish this rain would go away. So, at some point you might be thinking about inverters, batteries, solar, generator etc. I know a lot of peeps use Victron, but, money. Try comparing what you think of with the Sunsynk Ecco 3.6kw. It is tiny, but very powerful and does so much. About £1000 from ITS Technologies. Might as well get it right, yes?
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yeah go away rain There are loads of options re electric. Victron HAS the market and there is an element where boat buyers would expect to see a Victron setup - but as I said, I’m undecided still
@tomthumb6824 Жыл бұрын
James when you're cruising by yourself isn't it easier to have kitchen nearer to the stern if your cooking something? Also your heating fire mid boat for best heat circulation?
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
Yes stove in the middle of the boat is ideal. I wouldn’t do any cooking whilst navigating - a bit tricky on my own
@lizhaydon2250 Жыл бұрын
The cabling looks like the outside electrical and phone wires in Bangkok in the 1990.
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
😂
@palouuk Жыл бұрын
Don't forget window config when designing layout
@peterball4358 Жыл бұрын
I hate to hear all the slagging off of other peoples work. For the record we used to put blocks of wood in metal trunking when it was fitted upside down to stop cables dropping down. Enough with the whinging!
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
I’m not slagging it all off - some bits were dreadful and some bits were great. But over time some of the great work that was done on this boat has deteriorated
@geoffingram2742 Жыл бұрын
Convex side.
@competitiverteam Жыл бұрын
You want the living area by the stern. So you can watch the young ones when you are moving.
@phenogen8125 Жыл бұрын
How can anyone fit out an interior over bare steel; stunningly abysmal bodged fit out.
@shaddrach777a7 Жыл бұрын
How long do you have to do all this work? Didn’t you have a 3 week deadline?
@TheNarrowboatThatJamesBuilt Жыл бұрын
It’s about that to be dipped back in
@Cat-ni6fm Жыл бұрын
So what is happening to the engine well?
@Dore60 Жыл бұрын
👍
@_Tiamat_. Жыл бұрын
💜💙💚
@lauralj2272 Жыл бұрын
I’m sure the previous owners tried their best to build the boat. Try and be positive, and carry on. Stop moaning!
@robiniddon7582 Жыл бұрын
Considering the amount of new work discovered each time he uncovers a new bit of the boat I think the moan level is pretty fair 🤣.
@karldubhe8619 Жыл бұрын
cfa
@pocketchange1951 Жыл бұрын
👍👌❤️🇨🇦,
@user-vv9fj1ky7h Жыл бұрын
James like the stuff you do but the narrowboat was free the person who owned it may done things there self and all do moan about the state of things , why ?