A2A - Journey of a Wooden Boat - Episode 105: A Visit From Louis Sauzedde (Tips From a Shipwright)

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4 жыл бұрын

One of the things we appreciate so much about boatbuilding is that there are so many different ways to do things and so many things to learn. We have worked really hard to teach ourselves what we need to know in order to build Arabella. From studying in books, haunting the Wooden Boat forum and even looking at real life examples (taking apart Victoria provided us with so much information).
But one of the nice things about building our community through these videos is that we have forged some great connections with experienced shipwrights who have a wealth of knowledge to share. Louis Sauzedde is one of these shipwrights.
We got to know Lou through our connections with Jamestown Distributors. Lou has had a long running, and very popular KZfaq Channel called Tips from a Shipwright (if you don't know if, you need to go check it out!). We've spoken with Lou a bit before but this was his first opportunity to come to see Arabella and he had some tips about planking to share with us, which we very much appreciate.
A special thank you to Jamestown Distributors who made the initial connection and has been helping us out tremendously throughout this project. And of course to Lou for making the trip out and spending the day with us in the boathouse.
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@musicbro8225 Жыл бұрын

Lou is solid gold! Cuts through all the fluff and gets right to the point. And the Aircraft engineer was a character to be sure. One of my favourite episodes no doubt.

@EyeOnTheTV 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I would love to watch all 7 hours of Lou's visit.

@jeromesykora1189 4 жыл бұрын

I think Lou is great. I love watching you build this boat. I think I would watch all 7 hors if Lou right with youl

@mariominichilli194 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah boys.... put it up! Don’t need to fuss over the editing!

@balintveto2708 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please. Can you edit a 1 hour version of Lou talking about your boat? Do you have enough footage?

@Laz_Arus 4 жыл бұрын

That info from the Boeing guy was rivetting. (I'll let myself out ...) 😊

@gerhardtcustomknives 4 жыл бұрын

Fastenating

@josieriley9334 4 жыл бұрын

I thought he nailed it

@roadie3124 4 жыл бұрын

The parallels he draws are very interesting. And he's a typical geek - insatiable curiosity to learn new stuff whatever it is and excited about discovering new stuff. People like him build things that don't collapse or fall apart.

@cracklingvoice 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@kwasg3 4 жыл бұрын

He squeezed alot in there with some flair too...

@Gold_Hunt_Australia 4 жыл бұрын

What an honour to have Lou visit. Such a cool guy.

@mikewhitman4336 4 жыл бұрын

glad the model boat is still being used as a teaching tool! I had the same issues when I put the planks on it too. Of course my longest plank was 18 inches and 1/16 of an inch thick. :) Have fun, Be Safe!

@CorwynGC 4 жыл бұрын

Having a model is great both for the guys in building, and for us in getting demonstrations in a manageable scale. Thank you kindly.

@MaShcode 4 жыл бұрын

Modeling and prototyping is essential in design scaling. Many avoid that process, thinking it takes away valuable build time. Au contraire. It saves time and heartache.

@mikewhitman4336 4 жыл бұрын

@@MaShcode it is also very relaxing! :)

@serisothikos 3 жыл бұрын

Lou is how I found this channel, and I'm glad he's come through the pandemic unscathed.

@aserta 4 жыл бұрын

Lou's 'magic line' makes perfect sense. Everything in life is about the path of least resistance, even if we don't like it some times. More than anywhere, in structures, that, applies. And in some cases, it applies with a vengeance, at least in my area of work. I've seen many a structures that gave way because round about paths were taken to substitute the path in search of aesthetic purposes. Different game for a boat, of course, but the 'magic line' is a very good thumb rule, and it gives aesthetically pleasing results too, even just taken as a reference rather than a rule.

@alexnelson8 4 жыл бұрын

aserta ahhh, the classic architect vs engineer situation.

@roadie3124 4 жыл бұрын

A classic case of a structure that would have given way, or which could not be built to stand up, is the Sydney Opera House. The architect's concept of the roofs resembling the sails on the harbour was brilliant, but their structure was too shallow. If it had been built to the original design, the whole internal space above the vertical walls would have been full of a network of steel just to stop the whole thing collapsing. The consulting engineers changed the shape of the "sails", making them taller, so that the stress lines ran through the roof fabric. I personally think that the engineers' revised roof profile looks better anyway.

@netpackrat 4 жыл бұрын

Aircraft are not only built in much the same way as boats; many of them are measured the same way as well. Every point on a Boeing can be located and described according to station lines, water lines, butt lines, etc. Boeing didn't see any need to reinvent the wheel... They lifted their entire system of measurement straight from centuries of ship lofting because it works, and at the time there was still an extant workforce accustomed to using that system.

@984francis 4 жыл бұрын

That's very interesting.

@Deftonesdsm 4 жыл бұрын

Lou is a National treasure. Id love to apprentice under him awhile. The amount of experience is incredible

@GregHartSk8er 4 жыл бұрын

Absolute master of the craft! I learnt SO much by simply watching his videos - I am a furniture maker and even so I took away a ton of valuable tips.

@Deftonesdsm 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregHartSk8er agreed. Carpenter here

@netpackrat 4 жыл бұрын

There are only a few of the old wooden boat shipwrights still doing it for a living. My father in law did a lot of work on wooden fishing boats in the early part of his career, and now he is nearing retirement. There will always be people building and repairing wooden boats as long as there is somebody willing to pay extra to own a wooden boat. But the last generation of shipwrights to know them as ordinary working craft is vanishing.

@drewt3210 4 жыл бұрын

@@GregHartSk8er You're in plentiful company! Another furniture maker here, I've learned so much from Louis. He's especially opened my mind to working with other materials besides my typical wood and steel--like carbon and kevlar, which I never would have even thought of before. And yes, every Furniture Maker I know is familiar with Louis Sauzedde, and the few airplane builders I know too. There's so much crossover between these crafts. Best, @HoneyOnWales

@jackpatteeuw9244 4 жыл бұрын

One of the great things about the internet is delivering great stories to the masses. What is even better is when TRUE MASTER CRAFTSMEN, like Lou and Mark, are so inspired to take time from their personal lives and come down to discuss one-on-one with you about your build ! WONDERFUL !!

@BillB23 4 жыл бұрын

I've been a fan of Lou's for a while. A lot of his tricks work for land lubbers as well. Friday morning coffee with the crew of Arabella is a weekly treat. Stay well and happy, y'all.

@paddywhackerguy2574 4 жыл бұрын

Lou is the man....loved his careful input. But you need to keep him safe at this time...people like him are an international treasure so Stay Safe and keep all our hero's safe. Big shout out to Captain Brett Crozier a real seaman and a hero to his crew.

@seancbrophy 4 жыл бұрын

He’s right. You guys do indeed deserve a lot of credit for what you’ve been able to accomplish.

@patchmack4469 4 жыл бұрын

now i been binge watching this series of films for over a week and have to say it warms my heart - i'm no sailor nor a boat builder, yes i have looked at pretty white clean plastic boats and thought they looked great, i have been on and sailed a small wooden boat which at first i scoffed at how old it looked, but, and i can say i have done it and enjoyed it to a degree - watching these guys do what they have done, learning on the hop, bringing skills together and taking on board all that everyone has to offer is something else, its a massive undertaking, guys your work is something to be massively proud of, and when i see a couple of very well experienced guys from two massive trades in both boat building and aviation, it says so much about what you are doing, what you have learnt, your mistakes and the way you can think around and sort out the problems, you can see how the experts feel about what you are doing, it rightfully puts the icing on the cake, and it puts all them haters in their place, delete them, how can anyone not appreciate the love and thought that goes into creating a masterpiece of engineering, amazing work guys, keep it going having made a few things myself, restored a few projects of my own, isn't it funny how you view your work, look at each piece later and think how much effort went into making that, the decisions are endless, at least you have pretty much all of it recorded for the future

@jmconnollyus 4 жыл бұрын

Lou has forgotten more about boat building than most people will ever learn. I know y’all realize how lucky you are to have him in such close proximity. I hope I can meet him in person after all this is over - followed both channels for a long time. Good luck and stay safe!

@curm1778 Жыл бұрын

Lou's a LEGEND. So glad he advised you. Your planking was so difficult and slow I despaired you'd ever get it done. This should speed things up quite a bit. On to binge watching...

@SirSloop1919 Жыл бұрын

Wow, Super high praises from Lou! I'm sure his visit has been one of the most special times in the boat cathedral!

@grandenauto3214 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t have any experience with boats, I’m from the prairies, but I do like to build things...and for the last 10-15 years have been building in wood...which drew me to this channel. My next build will be a wood plane and then maybe a boat. Why I like this channel is your explanation of things. I didn’t really know what Lou was talking about, your explanation was awesome.

@dwaynekoblitz6032 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool how Lou with his vast experience can show up and alter the direction of the planking. He and all of the videos he’s been a part of have always been thoroughly enjoyable. He’s a very wise man when it comes to wooden boat building.

@tolbaszy8067 4 жыл бұрын

I am not a boat builder, but it seems very fortuitous Lou Sauzedde came when he did. Your oak planking, while a tedious job, may give Arabella more strength in a critical area than incorporating stealers in those spots would have. Lou is very skilled and refreshingly humble about his considerable knowledge. Thanks for the great videos!

@schwarzermoritz 4 жыл бұрын

Naah. Done right, Stealers are in no way a structural weak point. In fact, on a more extreme hull shape with say a long transom overhang and deep built down keel you pretty much have to use stealers.

@christophersudlow4202 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you had let Lou do more of the teaching and explaining - he's a genius.

@bertieb9510 4 жыл бұрын

It gives me such a buzz to see my favorite boatbuilding blogs all working together like this. I watched all Lou's videos. It really is one big family. 😊

@alberteinstein9045 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to see your getting professional advice from Lou during planking. Been working with Lou and following his boat building and repair for the past thirty years.

@paddywhackerguy2574 4 жыл бұрын

I have watched every episode from the acorn stage. I do think you all need to delay the planking "party" and go it slow just the two...The real social distance stage is not in place there yet...but the next stage is total lockdown and it has to happen. So keep yourselves and all those great old-timers who you need to help you finish. Keep Safe... Greetings from locked down Ireland...love your project boys ..

@samrodian919 4 жыл бұрын

Paddywhacker Guy I would thoroughly agree with this comment guys, I think you will be putting everyone in danger by having the party at present. Especially the older guys who may have underlying health issues , the virus may come from any where members of the party are travelling from in the greater US

@Toahmisae 4 жыл бұрын

This was all filmed a month ago.

@marshwood6945 4 жыл бұрын

Lou! Good call on getting advise from the master.

@paulorchard7960 4 жыл бұрын

Like Lou, my heart skips watching you guys with your project! Our dying trade still has some life and the knowledge is being passed on, its a gift to watch it happen!

@anvilstudio5279 4 жыл бұрын

Great episode! While watching Lou share his wisdom and experience with you, I visualized, many years forward, when you’ll be sharing your wisdom and experience with some young builders...and the wheel of life keeps turning. Thanks for an amazing story.

@sailingluana3037 4 жыл бұрын

Being an aircraft mechanic is a fix all position. It's amazing and I appreciate the capability I have gained. Mostly it's all law and code. So even if you have never done a job, you learn how to learn it. You research the problem and you do the job. It's a lot like you guys. Your a fixer. No matter what it is you fix it. I am now writing software because no one else could come up with a fix for a problem. Keep up your great work!

@netpackrat 4 жыл бұрын

I used to have a boss who liked to complain that we were all a bunch of "rules lawyers" or some such. Well yeah, that's part of the job description. He didn't mind that the day he handed me an inch or so of manual procedures, to see if there was any reason we couldn't do a task that was being asked of us.

@bren-xmotorsports55 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know it was Friday, I don’t even know what day it is anymore

@wandeenboatbuilding3524 4 жыл бұрын

I am delighted that you guys got Lou to help you line off your planking. It has seemed to me for a while that you were "climbing the stem" too quickly with your plank widths and you were having too much edge-set aft. I have been saying "Stealers" under my breath for a little while now but haven't been able to really get a view of your planking lines where I felt I could say something. Anyway, you'll be fine and I agree with Lou you guys are doing a great job. Good-on-ya. Stay safe.

@jimhowell2967 4 жыл бұрын

Great seeing Lou. What an asset to have available to you guys. He's got so much experience and talent, it just oozes out of him.

@mcjok88 4 жыл бұрын

Win for the old guys with real experience. Makes perfect sense. Save u wipper snappers a boatload of heart ache, sweat and probably tears. Have seen Joes videos years ago. Very cool to see him on your project.

@maciejtrybilo 11 ай бұрын

I finally understand what the magic line is about. Sometimes you need to see the problem to grasp the solution. Also, great explanation by Stephen!

@OldBullRanch 4 жыл бұрын

LOU we just want to see that vhull work skiff!!!

@Bendaua1 4 жыл бұрын

Hi there from germany! My son and I are always watching your videos to have a good start into the weekend. He doesn't know any english and I have to translate. We figured that you explain more and more with each episode (sometimes redundant) and show less off the actual work and process. It wold be wounderfull to see more of that, even setbacks are very nice (and educative) to watch. Keep up the good work, maintian your enthusiasm for this fantastic boat! Thanks a lot!

@marcryvon 4 жыл бұрын

Now, don't let this go to your head, but Lou confirmed that you two are doing an awesome job. What all your followers here knew already ! But to get such an appreciation from an Ol' Seaman like Lou is quite something !! Best of luck guys through the Covid19 storm !

@kentblairl 4 жыл бұрын

I'll bet ARABELLA enjoyed chatting with Lou. Nice work with the build!

@Jayf1981 4 жыл бұрын

I've watched Lou's builds maybe 2 + years ago. I'm amazed by KZfaq's community.

@MaShcode 4 жыл бұрын

There’s no replacing experience. Being an old tech guy, we know the hazards and the tricks, and love to pay it forward. The more things change the more they stay the same.

@enricovaliant3935 4 жыл бұрын

Lou is a legend. His advice will serve you well. Keep up the great job.

@Acrowat40 4 жыл бұрын

Lou... The Bob Ross of boat building

@markschmitz2038 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see Lou again.

@jimengle1615 4 жыл бұрын

Always like to see these on Friday mornings.

@alfonsoangel9763 4 жыл бұрын

WELCOME BACK LOUIS... hey guys you just created a new monster method !! ..deal with it ..there goes the old style of boat building ... GREAT JOB...

@artemiasalina1860 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, it's Lou! Glad to see him around!

@samsden100 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see the stealer planking video. Thanks Lou. Your a treasure

@CorwynGC 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see Lou. Stay safe.

@kevinhornbuckle 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for including Mark's summation of aircraft riveting. His experience and expertise are indeed impressive.

@samrodian919 4 жыл бұрын

Kevin Hornbuckle and every other commenter thinks he was a bullshitter!

@kevinhornbuckle 4 жыл бұрын

SAMRODIAN On what basis?

@CodeSquares 3 жыл бұрын

Hah, when worlds collide. I've been a Patreon of Louis' for a while now but only now catching up with Arabella. Awesome you got his input!

@ATONAL6173 4 жыл бұрын

God Bless Louis and his team for the content and inspiration. Love hearing everything he says. God Bless the boys, Arabella, and all who support them.

@safudinsuhadi8287 4 жыл бұрын

Been a Lou fan. He’s a legend.

@PlanckBanck1 4 жыл бұрын

ah, it's that time of the week again! Wonderful!

@billgiles3261 4 жыл бұрын

This is a weekly treat while locked down.

@johntripp2028 4 жыл бұрын

Lou is a treasure. So glad he was able to give you some pointers. No matter what you will have a great boat. On to the next stage..

@hanssolo4ever 4 жыл бұрын

That guy is the best, you are so lucky having him visiting you.

@markpalmer5311 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see Lou and all the other expertise you are getting - and giving! - as you progress. Keep it coming and stay safe!

@davidarnette327 4 жыл бұрын

Best episode ever, A visit from the Master.

@rogerbayzand4455 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely hear Lou giving you the credit you so deserve!

@paulstewart8308 4 жыл бұрын

Lou! I love when my favorite channels collide!

@bizim_eller 4 жыл бұрын

It's easy to understand it if you guys find it hard to follow his advice, because you want to do it your way etc. Nobody can discredit you, you guys are doing an amazing job, and Lou's advice and suggestions must be as valuable as gold, I hope you can utilize his experience 👍

@balintveto2708 4 жыл бұрын

Your (Lou’s) explanation of the planking was really insightful. Top content as always.

@00747110815arschleck 4 жыл бұрын

Stephen didn't like to be cut off 3:06 😂

@michaelc.3812 4 жыл бұрын

Lou isn’t a sensitive type!

@gullreefclub 4 жыл бұрын

Shit Happens! Lou is the type of man who thinks if you ask him a question after you should shut up and listen to his answer and then you discuss it. Personally I agree with that because asking a question and then pontificating upon the your question muddies the water of the answer.

@carlprestipino2204 4 жыл бұрын

@@michaelc.3812 Both men have strong viewpoints but in the end it worked out great!

@matthewmcclaren8758 4 жыл бұрын

Steve didn’t move or talk after that

@johnk3606 4 жыл бұрын

I’d rather be cut off by five decades of experience than 15 minutes of BS. I’m sure they are the same.

@jublejones9983 4 жыл бұрын

Thinking on the fly...! Fantastic boat - I can’t wait to see her on the sea...! - I have sailed my families Ingrid around the Hawaiian Isles - the best boat on the open ocean, in heavy seas. Magical times in my life

@truck2stevo 4 жыл бұрын

“I’m just glad to see it’s going on.” Good word Lou! We are ALL just glad to see it’s going on. Idol meets Arabella, keep up the great work guys.

@howielane8406 4 жыл бұрын

Always great to see Lou. Keep up the great work. Looking good.

@johnpayne2465 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see Lou on your build. He has great skills, and you guys will benefit for sure... hope the adjustments work out well. Take care of your folks and keep them well clear of covid-19. Boat is looking awesome, love your work.

@ecase727 4 жыл бұрын

Yup I have changed some 950 castings on 727’s in my early years at Eastern. It was interesting to hear his perspective on this process. To this day they identify locations on an aircraft fuselage by stations (frames), stringers, and height above the ground as water line.

@MaShcode 4 жыл бұрын

Another similarity with boats is the requirement to design and build planes to handle regular expansion and contraction. The frame and skin needs to flex yet hold together.

@jamestheotherone742 4 жыл бұрын

Of course he had it backwards, Airplanes are built like boats. ;)

@dozer1642 4 жыл бұрын

I just absolutely adore Louie. I’m sad he isn’t putting out videos like he has in the past. I’m so happy to see him there with you guys. You are doing amazing work. Please keep it up.

@josephmarwitz 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the great work guys. Love your videos....

@themerrigans2734 4 жыл бұрын

Boy I learned a lot, and it's only Friday. Great episode.

@markwentland3147 4 жыл бұрын

Good job you guys, and good call having Lou come over for some advice, I learned something too!! the magic line, steelers wow looking forward to seeing how the rest of the planking goes from here !! she is coming along nicely !!

@marianheaney9803 4 жыл бұрын

Great to Lou again!

@W4ABN 4 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed seeing Lou visit. Love watching his videos and really love listening to him talk. He really has a good way to explain things. Would have liked to see more of his discussion but there's only so much you can cram into a video. Great work guys. I'd love to do what you guys are doing.

@10us101 4 жыл бұрын

One of a few vids i watch that i hate to see it come to a end thanks guys

@PaulKilpin 4 жыл бұрын

It can't get better than this.

@cruzinbenny3750 4 жыл бұрын

Makes a great Quarantine morning!!!😂

@alainmoran8560 4 жыл бұрын

Bupeg too ... all we need now is for Leo to pull one out of the bag and my week will be complete :D

@cf6282 4 жыл бұрын

Aha! Weekly dose of positivity! Thank you so much!

@harrisonandrew 3 жыл бұрын

Lou is such a genius - I really love watching him.

@patmancrowley8509 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, guys, excellent.

@davidnichols213 4 жыл бұрын

great work guys , keep well and safe

@scottdicker7051 4 жыл бұрын

Lou is da man

@SuperHyee 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks and respect !

@ton73z28 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, thank you for the explanation. At about 11:32 it all made sense. I know you and Lou spent a lot of time talking and you spent a lot of tine thinking how to explain and Yes it was an awesome explanation of what needs to be done

@theelephantintheroom8016 4 жыл бұрын

Another great episode, thanks!

@geoffreystearns1690 4 жыл бұрын

It was a pleasure listening to Lou. He has the same New England accent my dad had. Brings back pleasant memories....

@choctawhatcheekid309 4 жыл бұрын

I have watched every video on Louis channel wish he were doing more of them. He truly has the gift of gab. Thanks for another great video be safe.

@titus142 4 жыл бұрын

I love Lou. Also the boathouse looks amazing!

@clydecox2108 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always

@atch_n_sons 4 жыл бұрын

Another great episode guys. I love hearing all the knowledge being shared around your project. I even have picked up a few pointers for building my boys bike ramps. Keep up the good work👍😷

@Andy-rp3ee 4 жыл бұрын

Very excited for this episode. :)

@martinpiggins5772 4 жыл бұрын

Good episode, so exciting👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@chuxmix65 4 жыл бұрын

Great work guys! Cool visitors. Stay safe!

@antonschutte3548 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to see Louis, hope that we will see more frequent updates on Tips from a Shipwright from now on...

@dovaugha 4 жыл бұрын

His comment on the wood quality in the boat seemed like an especially well-informed piece of praise. Another tremendous video - thanks!

@lancedaniels 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting and sharing. Glad to hear that Lou was able to contribute to making thing go more simply with the addition of the stealers.

@gradyharper3678 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video.

@jb9090 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see those good ol’ boys give you their seal of approval

@BigMouth380cal 4 жыл бұрын

Another GREAT video. This was an exceptional one.

@BadBobV65 4 жыл бұрын

I don't have nearly the experience that Mark does but I did spend several years in aviation. (I'm even from Oklahoma too) but I spent a good bit of time thinking about your riviting method and the use of copper and I totally agree that it is a very good solution for your application. Copper is malleable and even though it will work harden that is a non issue since the boating application does not see the vibration levels that an aviation application does so when combined with cost (economy) and ease of availability and use, I also believe it to be the correct material of choice. Keep up the good work.

@michielouwersloot8136 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Lou made it intime👍

@mm8ball 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, a real fan of Lou, ever since he built his working launch (I forget what he called it.) I watched every vid of it, just as I'm watching, and enjoying, every one of yours.