As an absolute "land lubber," I am continually amazed at the amount of adapting and adjusting involved in this project. Your patience is admirable.

One of the best things I like about this site is the introduction. No prolonged introduction of kids, dogs, parrots ect.

We had a saying on the farm, “I cut it three times and it’s still to short!”

I just wanna say that the Bill Murray picture (from "The Life Aquatic") you have hanging there is GOLD!. favourite movie of all time.

My heart belongs to Daffy..... what a beautiful environment.... feeling the peace.

13:55. "We're in luck. Look at that!" Something worked first time and no effing about. The surprise in your voice.Moments like that. Priceless to someone working on something.

Hi Stu. I live on Canada's West coast (nr. Vancouver) and, though not a boater, am really enjoying your videos. It was just by chance that I started watching them a few years ago and have learnt a lot. Following through your boat restoration has been educational and I look forward to receiving your latest videos. Thanks for allowing us to follow your 'adventure'. My wife really enjoys your video-end chicken portions. Walter Reynolds.

New video from Stu after work? Looks like I’m not sleeping for another 16 minutes! These help to keep me sane during my 12 hour shifts 7 days a week.

A nice surprise to see this episode pop up while Australia grinds to a halt! Nice one Stu 🤙

Thanks for the video. Yep stuck at home. I reckon without a bit of flex pipe you'll be get a bit engine vibration transfering to the deck. Seems like you could almost use a few springs holding it at the deck fitting. Either way I'm sure you'll sort it. Now for another 136k pieces of advice. Nice ending, king parrot? We get those down in East Gippsland. Stay well Stu.

I am really enjoying watching you fix up that old boat, its come a long way since the beginning. Stay safe out there in the land down under Stu, I hope that COVID 19 virus deal isn't hitting you Aussies too harsh. I haven't seen many US news reports mentioning Australia being hit hard.

I was sitting here this morn watching your vid Stewie.....thinking how much effort you have put into this project.......and I began to compare "this" to my rebuilding of an old 1875 Victorian Farm House I bought about 14 yrs ago !! It took me 5 yrs of spring/summer/fall to complete this 4 story ball buster......lol.....to say the least !!! So watching you today I have concluded that we both did a remarkable job.........well done mate.....your almost home..!!!!

Danger MArine. My father back in the day had a marine repair shop when I was a kid in Chicago near Belmont harbor. He had an issue like that as well on the slip joint/holder. He cut out the flats on the ring and installed/ tac welded four metal large engine valve springs into place, worked great, no noise and no further broken pipe.

Gobs on RTV "lets see how close we are to fitting." What is great to me is watching you not try and reinvent the wheel on every small engineering issue. This is why youre out on the water and most are still saying "more than two years."

8:57 Hearing protection - check Eye protection - check lung protection - check Foot protection - Not so much. Daffy would be proud. :)

Oh and I just have to say I love how you weld and cut metal in bare feet.

Thanks for the early upload - you’re doing a great service to your viewers.

I built two Cobra 427 kit cars and used the manifold heat wrap to help with engine room heat. The heat you eliminate in the engine room will be moved to the exhaust stack and it will get almost red hot under heavy loads. You must cover it soon or you will create a nasty spot on deck where severe burns are likely. The side pipes om my Cobras got so hot that I eventually took the wrap off. Enjoy your work ethic. It's a lot like mine in that getting the job done is more important than making everything beautiful when it isn't necessary.

Thanks for the video, being stuck at home makes me appreciate extra vids

That is one pampered chuck-chuck ❤️

I can't wait to hear the engine sound through this pipe!

Wish you were in Tas mate would love to help! Because that exhaust bracket is off of the engine you coukd always put the flex joint on thr verticle part of the exhaust! And stainless cable ties for exhaust wrap nice and neat!

You have done a great job with the exhaust, what a difference in space-saving between the new dry exhaust and the old wet exhaust. I believe your joint combined with the RTV and exhaust wrap will go the distance. I have rigged cars and motorcycles with similar joints and I have never had any significant leaks, and they never broke. I would triple-wrap your muffler all the way to the roof, It will significantly reduce the noise it makes. I also think a shroud would be a prudent addon.

I was so looking foward to hearing the exhaust note, patients is a virtue.

Stu, your boat is looking really good. With everyone sitting at home I think I can say for everyone that we can’t wait till you untie from the mooring and drive!

Thanks so much Stu. Scared shitless for my Family at the moment so these vids are a godsend. Keep safe legend.

Loving your sly nod to Sail Life channel every now and then!

Hell I have run the whole thing to the deck in flex before zero problems . Also there is a plaster of Paris looking product you can paint over that exhaust wrap . Helps heat lots and keeps it from coming apart down the line.

Stu, you need to change the name of the boat to "Did not go to Plan". It would be the most appropriate boat name ever. I must have had that very same thought about 6 times already in my current boat project, fixing a leak in the aft head window. What started as "I'm going to re seal the frames to stop the leak" turned into, WTF where these previous owners thinking, and then morphed into a complete rebuild of the window, frame, bulkhead below window, cabinet frame! Did not go to Plan.

thank you for take the time to make the video, and make us think on what you are doing👍

Thanks for the vid Stu stuff like this eases isolation boredom :) Kiwi just going into 4 week lockdown

Stu, thanks for the additional videos!

Thanks for the video Stu. It was a great diversion from the daily news.

good job on the boat. have two sons, each with a there own boat. one is a 23 novi thats getting a new deck and hydrulic steering. the other is 34 feet getting new motor and deck. keep at it it will get done

Another great adventure completed. Thank you for all you do and share.

Truck stop\accessory store will be helpful for the diesel exhaust. Great job and very good entertainment.

Great program injoyed watching it between yourself and brupeg im set

Been watching the whole time. Keep it up. Have fun.

Stu, it sounds like you are out of harm's way for now. Excellent. You're just about under way, matey :). Keep up the outstanding work. I'm probably gonna watch Pirates of the Caribbean tonight just for the mood. LOL. Can't wait for the next update!

Love the content, really needed when having to work at home and the kids running up the walls

Thanks for posting Stu. About ready to go stir crazy!!!

Thanks for the videos. Lockdown started and I'm utilizing KZfaq as much as possible. I'm living vicariously through D squad.

Much appreciated at this time Stu - some fresh good content, thanks.

Doing my part to boost the comments on the video. Always rooting for you Stu.

You're a master of adapt and overcome. Great vid Stu.

Thank you for all the updates. I am very impressed with your patience and continued drive. Keep it up and you will be cruising soon. Nice work, and don’t let the negative comments get to you

Keep up the great work! You're helping make isolation as fun as possible! Best wishes from the UK!

Always look forward to your videos.

Fantastic! So glad that went together so well. I think that should work perfectly. Love that fuel filter system, that is just what you need. Thanks for uploading early as well!

Great that you can make progress where ever you can.

Gday Stu stainless cable ties are the go for exhaust wrap.

I find it interesting that every little project always seems to have a lot of improvisation but will definately be worth it in the long run. Glad to see someone else with a good level of patience as slow and steady wins the race . I have really enjoyed the build so far take care in these times of uncertanty .

Had to comment just to help get the numbers up, I repair pinballs so that join looks fine to me hahaha

Must be excited now! So close!

If it works it works Stu, can't wait to hear that sweet Detroit noise!

Thanks for the video Stu, it helps to keep our minds off of the current situation, if only for 16 minutes. Keep em coming mate!

Gotta say, I can hear the excitement in your voice as you are getting closer to cruising under your own power. Keep on plugging away at it. I'll be cheering you on!

I'm always happy to se you have uploaded, but even more now in these days. A 16 minute break from the world is exactly what I need tonight. Thank you Stu, I appreciate your videos and your work.

thanks for the break from isolation!!!!!! Your videos have always brought be adventure and humor. I really appreciate you posting this early! Thanks Stu!

Great job,, always look forward to your videos

thanks for the vid today Stu with everything happening your vid has made my day .,if work for me gets coronaed .the mrs as a wedding florist was today coronaed .If i go down with work im going to put the boat in and come up one day soon and say hi and help in any way i can (ie bring a carton) and island supplys from the big smoke lol cheers duncan

Love seeing Daffy clips at the end of the videos! Great job on the exhaust!

Tidy job Stu, good going mate.

Thanks so much for this early upload Stu. Much appreciated this end due to the "lockdown".Nice to see the pigeons more often,take care and stay safe

Good work Stu!

Stu You're the man, helping us folks get by with all this Covid 19 2020 stay in place stuff. The trawler is looking great.😎😁😍

Thanks mate a nice distraction at the moment 👍

It may take more time but tweaking is the fun part, being able to designing your own parts and feel good when it all comes together and works. Hats off to you Stu and carry on.

Thanks Stu from the many other like me doing their self isolation. with wrapping like that you could have got a job in ancient Egypt doing the mummies. LOL. the journey is coming alone nicely, I am enjoying the viewing, cheers buddy.

Go to a truck shop, they should have s/s truck exhaust with the angle back and the tractor flap

Oh boy I’ve been waiting months for this!

Thanks for the bonus entertainment Stu... a few Mulloway coming from the river at the moment, you should have a live squid or slab of tailor fillet hanging out the back. Drop it in a hole on the turn of the tide.

Getting there mate..stay well and safe down there.

I'm honestly getting excited Stu! LOL. I've been watching your channel for a long long time. It's just become part of my weekly routine. On a side note, I know the pressure that comes with making a maiden voyage in a new boat. I'm sure you do too. And the satisfaction that comes with getting that first ride over with wither it turns out good or bad..lol. At least you got it out on the water. Big shot of relief when that's out of the way. Good luck bro!

Thanks again for posting content during the shut in! As for content I used to (still do) love to watch excavators/backhoe operators dig holes etc. What I am trying to say is, for the time being, don't worry about editing "boring" stuff out - its all good, as are the explanations for those of us who don't know! Press On and thanks for lovin on the D-Squad!!!!! :)

Exited to see it underway again.

Very much of interest as well to see those colorfull birds flying about wild!!!

...it's like building headers for a hot rod, trial and error, all it takes is time and a few x-rated words...lol...good job..keep safe.....you could use a stack cover off a semi tractor. check the wrecking yards..

👍 you know what you're doing as usual, stay safe.

Love your work mate! Lookin great 🍻

Love the videos! Keep em coming!

Stu ! You Can’t Do That ! I have know idea but since you asked... here it is. Haven’t finished watching yet so hope it does

hi stu got to thank you for alot of ideas you have given me for doing my own boat the long exhuast is a great idea instead of the short fat round one i got cheers

We met in GreenMachine days. It looks great! Fabbing stuff is where we really make great ideas to fix issues. Diesel - I always used High -Temp Silly. When I had to replace something I just torched the Silly off and start over.. Gasoline runs about 300 Deg above what the RTV will hold. Diesels are always cooler - even with a turbo. Cheers!!!

Not long to go now Stu, looking forward to the maiden..just back from a cycle to get some bread and milk...no bread or milk in the shop!! No traffic and no people either.

Hey, you're doing a great job. Hang in there, the wife and I love your videos.

Good job. It’s coming along.

Nice exhaust work

thank you for the video I so needed it

Thanks Stu, keep up the good work

Thanks for the early video 👍

Dangar isolation therapy

This is absolute proof theirs more than one way to run a stack. Looks like it will do well.

Weld the elbow hard and use a “soft” clamp through the deck letting the exhaust pipe move enough to vibrate as needed.

Thanks Stu for putting this out early. I would highly recommend you make some cover for the two on / off switches on the back of the hatch so it want get hit as people walk pass and also a cover for the hot Exhaust pipe so you want get burnt .

thanks for uploading early

Love the Aussie PPE - goggles, mask, ear muffs, shorts, barefoot. It's all good, mate!

Stu, think about removing that circular clamp where the exhaust goes through the deck. You've got the exhaust well supported below deck, and all the deck clamp does is restrict the movement of the exhaust as the engine moves and vibrates, placing a strain on the joints in your exhaust piping. I also think you have your flex joint on the wrong end of the muffler. Consider putting it at the bottom of the muffler, closer to the engine, where the vibration and movement is. I very much enjoy your videos.

Nice job, Stu. I vote for a flapper, too!

Thank you for the great videos Stu. Just wanted to chime in. I grew up on the water in the Bay of Fundy, and have watched the old man fix a lot of old wooden hulled boats. The exhaust pipes on the diesels were always completely wrapped. Right from the manifold all the way to where the pipe went up through the ceiling in the wheel house. As a kid being thrown around in rough seas I remember hugging the muffler to stop from being tossed around. It felt only warm to the touch, probably wrapped in asbestos considering it was used for everything back in the day. Just wanted to point out that muffler is going to get hot under full power, and someone will grab that thing. Love the project build. A lot of the exhausts had a flex pipe from the vertical piece to the horizontal piece and lasted well over 10 years. Hope this helps. All the very best to you.