Oh Mark, at the risk of sounding like a broken record, you really are absolutely smashing it & doing Mahi proud🤗⛵️🤗......Marigolds, cleaning products & micro fibre cloths etc etc all at the ready & 4 more sleeps - whoop!!!...See you soon,,,Love, love, love 🌈🌿Mum 🌈 🌿

Mark , when planing wedges . Plane down hill . So start on the thick side to the thin side . That way you plane with the grain of the wood , not against it . Gives you a much better result .

"My Dad's really good with that sort of thing" - the understatement of the year so far!

Once the mast is up, it changes from motorboat to sailboat. Your dream is getting closer Mark, good job.

I hope your first seafaring voyage is to visit Hanneke so that she can inspect the Pahi and hopefully give you a pat on the back for all the hard work along with some tips for your next adventures.

I would seriously consider sticking your mast foot and the wedges down with Sikaflex, or simply a sheet of butyl or some sort of flexible sheeting. It will simultaneously seal it while remaining flexible. Remember: The whole design ethos revolves around flexibility. Don't make things too rigid. Its going to have great big bolts or coach screws through it anyway. All just my take, mate. You crack on.

When Planning tangent to face of timber, plane towards pointy end so not to plane into end of grain, less splittting of timber and jamming of plane

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Just a heads up with dyneema. As the temperature gets colder the dyneema lengthens and the Aluminium mast contracts. When it gets hot the dyneema shrinks and the mast lengthens. You have to have a method of tensioning the shrouds when the temperature drops 20 degrees. I'm switching to stainless on my Tiki 46 when the dyneema reaches the end of service

From tutoring in China, to becoming a KZfaq sensation. Mum and dad, ya raised a banger of a son. Killing it Mark. Best channel on the Tube.

Time to put a treatment on your Deck Planks... Looking pretty dry... Fair skies.

Soft Shackles should be a tshirt slogan. Smashing episode Mark!

Hey man, just a quick one about the DYNEEMA splicing… looks like the Brummell you have done might be a bit close together… it’s all about keeping things under 30 degrees angle, as that’s what causes a weak spot. Same as when you taper the splice, it needs to be gradual. Just space out it out more and you should be good, maybe like 3 cm even 5 cm between where the dyneema goes through itself. Hope that makes sense.

This is DEFINITELY progress so don’t underestimate what’s getting done. Your persistence and dedication to this labor of love is incredible! I get excited as it progresses but crazy with impatience to have her sailing so I can only imagine what this means for you. The discipline you’ve displayed is humbling. Keep up the positive energy. There are a lot of us with you captain and loving this journey!

You know Mark, I have been noticing with almost every video I watch from other channels that the average "likes" is about 10 percent max. Yours is consistently 18%. Guys, please just take the time to click the thumbs up. It doesn't cost you anything but does count in Mark's Channel.

hi mark just a tip with the planing you were planing against the grain , going up the angle it will be much better to go down you can also rub a little candle wax on the base of the plane that will help the plane to glide over the wood , check your new plane base is flat they can be cupped as casings move when they are new if so emery paper stuck to plate glass to flatten , its not the end of the world though , very impressed with your sharpening skills

You can waterproof all your bare wood by mixing lacquer thinner with epoxy in a water like consistancy and paint it onto the wood using a brush, apply as many coats as you want 3 or more is ideal, after waterproofing you can epoxy primer and epoxy enamel for a finishing touch. Epoxy products are a fantastic sealer they even seal out oxygen for maximum protection from the elements😁💦

Fanny is your aunt!! ❤❤ epic. Good vidi on soft shackles too!

If you don't have a de splicer needle you can make one with an old coat hanger

Why am I getting excited about this? Lol😂

You're doing well Mark- there is light at the end of the tunnel for you. Keep plugging away. Persistence pays off. Once the mast is up and secure- then the fine details and fiddly bits can begin. You don't want to go on the first real sea trial with a sketchy rig or sails. Ur dad and mum will be along soon to help you. Keep positive in your mental aspect Chin up buddy- keep saying to yourself "I'll get to the Med before winter sets in on me again." I think you've had enough of cold weather locations just say'n. I have enjoyed videos and your faithful pursuit of your dream to sail this boat over the horizon. Wait until you get to the Caribbean... warm weather, cheap rum, and some cute women await you!

Planer blades and chisels are sold ready to be sharpened, but the buyer is expected to sharpen them, initially and periodically afterwards. It is great to see you got the right tools for that.

Great news that the previous brought the orginial sails and being correct well done with all the work your doing enjoyed watching you making the knots be nice to see your mum and dad

Love making soft shacles especially after seeing how much they are to buy. When you get around to splicing stays be sure to taper the burie properly, makes a big difference in the strength.

Well done Mark. Stay focused, "arrow like", you will win!

LOVE your raked mast! Way cool. 😎🥰❤️😎🥰❤️⚓️

I like your old plane - I have one myself which came out of my father's toolbox and probably dates from the fifties. Thgere is a smaller one which probably was once owned by the RAF in India! I have never been any good at planing and I salute your (occasional) use of unpowered tools!

Yeah😁...real sails.. spanking new. 😎🧙🏻‍♂️🇬🇧🗿 Seal those wood wedges in epoxy before use or they will rot with rain ☔and squish with mast pressures. 👍🏼🤞🏻 The hand plane looks complete though could do with a thorough wire brushing and the a touch of bees wax ..they are fiddly to set up ..it might be the the adjuster for the blade angle in the frog... The mouth of the plane bed .. never put a plane down on its bed ...lie it on its side .. remember most woods are easier to plane in one direction - with the grain. If you have to plain end grain always knife the line and support the far edge with a packing piece to stop the grain breaking away as you go over the edge.. otherwise work to the center if all else fails and sand.

good video Remember to flatten the back of you plane blade they are never perfect out of the box 👍

OMG a mast....It's a pivotal point! Well done Mark. Y0ur woodworking skills have come on exponentially!

Here is a little trick for you. Occasionally rub a little parafine candle on the sole of the plane. Makes it run super smooth. Sprits the metals tools with some WD40 will help a littlebit with rust.

Looks like it's time for momma Mary to show up and organize the mess you have made while she's been gone and of course your dad will definitely be getting important things done on Mahi

Amazing Mark ! You'll tell your grand children what hard work can achieve. " What you can do or dream you can, begin it. boldness has power, magic and wisdom in it. " Goethe

Great progress. The knowledge work is the hardest part.

Watch on KZfaq how some of the old timers in Japan sharpen blades and plane wood. They basically wrote the book on that stuff. Make sure you wipe down those backing plate surfaces with acetone a few times before applying thickened epoxy. Boats looking great. And yea getting the mast up will be a big milestone especially now that the sumner storms will be soon rolling through. ⚡️⛈️

I’ve enjoyed seeing your progress, not only on the boat, but also on your skills. You’ve really stepped up your knowledge and workmanship. Good job

Your patience, willingness to learn and sheer tenacity is such a joy to watch. Please don't minimise what you have achieved in this week. Well done you! x Can't wait to see your mum and dad.

Personally I would fibreglass every stay backing plate to the hull, just me over working I know. If not at least epoxy protect them please. Same for any backing plate no matter its job, you’re knocking these vids out of the park well done.

Good morning from Christchurch New Zealand,,!

I upvote the soft shackles. Been using them on my boat for a while now.

Word of advice, having invested so much time and effort making those mast foot wedges, don’t glue ‘em on back to front!!! Fantastic work & don’t worry too much about the wedges rocking - the epoxy will take care of that.

comin along nicely

You made me chuckle with fanny around I used to say that all the time LOL

If you haven’t already, check out KZfaq tutorials about reading grain direction for planing direction to avoid tear-outs and gouging.

Absolute champion.Keep moving forward mate

right you ! socks and sandals !! 🤣 doing great with the boat , look forward to your videos on a friday 👍

The only Wharram with a bidet @16:30. All progress mon brave. Nice job with the internal backing plate in the bow, i do hate shoddy lash ups. You will sleep well at sea for doing so. Shout out to Mary F and look forward to seeing you and your marigolds next week! Huzzah!

Getting closer!!!

It's good you got those sails.

I guess dingy dexterity comes with the territory but I do marvel at the way you keep balance while applying the right force to drill and mount fixtures. It’s a bit like watching astronauts repair stuff on the space station, and waiting for a bit of kit to suddenly go hurtling off towards the planet. Rolling out the sail followed by the drawing gives us a real insight into the size of the vessel and what you’re aiming for with all these repairs and building completion jobs. Good stuff.

Excitement intensifies

13:11 t9 flatten those mast wedges to fit the place they shall fit. Fix some sheet sandpaper to the place they will be fixed. Then sand in place the matching wedge on the sandpaper. That should get you very close to a good seating. Obviously remove sandpaper afterwards! Keep safe lifting on your own. Manwell Hurdling and all that 😉

Hi mark great film and progress, remember well when we all saw the first viewing and begged you to move on to something easier but you have pulled it off. Fair play great achievement

Progress! Those bits and bobs days don't leave much to show but when added up at the end of the day... They account for a LOT. Keep moving forward. Not to put a date on my old bones (I have strived to be a "Dirty Old Man"), I loved the soft core 70's Dutch porn music. 🤣🤣🤣

Changing the slugs out on the main is an easy job, it just takes a little time. Just like everything on a boat!

Oh sails, thats fantastic I hope they are in good condition. Great update 2x👍

Nice progress, often the preparation for the next big leap forward takes longer than the impressive stuff, but it's clear you have everything prepared for the next huge milestone, the mast. Then she will really be a sailing boat for the very first time, that is massive.

You are doing a nice job, man. This blue water boat will be sturdy.

Planning is progress Mark and you talked us through it. good video 🍻

Thanks, Mark, your great cinematography and editing makes watching your progress so enjoyable!

Hi Mark. Wow, that's a cool bit of kit for making shackles, I see you have our bloody Irish weather, lol 😆. That's a beautiful plainer, so precise. Your planning is fantastic, bro. Keep it up 💯👌🫡🇮🇪

Huge step! Yep.

not even the flying dutchman would sail on this thing xD but your content rocks, keep that energy up and shout out to your parents they are so wholesome

Getting close to having a mast and making it an actual sailboat. ⛵️ Right now it’s just a goofy motor boat.🛥️

Proud of you MArk

Nice 👍

You’re doing great. Suggestion: if you’re ever going to be offshore solo then pls put steps on the mast. Impressed with all you’re doing.

Great progress

Sems like you can see the finish line! Keep ist up, cant wait for the Atlantic crossing 😁

Dear Wildling Sailing Mark. 👍👌👏 Maaan, you really nailed it. The mast wedges are a masterpieces. I wouldn't be able to fabricate them so perfectly well. I'm simply not good with a hand planer (no experience). What you did with the Dyneema rope is quite fascinating for me. I'm no boat owner and I don't know much about knots and rope splicing. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health in particular.

Mark - as usual a fantastic video. They don't have to show physical labor all the time. Planning and telling us what's in store for the next few weeks just whets our appetites. Well done, keep pressing forward and we will soon see a big smile on your face as you sail Mahi for the first time. cheers from Downunder.

That's awesome you got the sails. Nice of the owner. Thanks for sharing. Happy Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸

enjoy your first sail safety firs I'M disabled auto mechanic . and retied I work on my classics a 1974 monte carlo with 7,4L 454 and my 1976 monte with 5,7L on your forward backing add a steel plating like stay rigging plating you put your ringing to so your nut and bolts don't pull through the inside wood an handle the twist of you boat on open seas again good luck and god bless

I know that feeling of not making dramatic, visible progress...but every little bite counts, whether you are eating an elephant or refitting a sailboat. In the same vein: today i had to put the camera away (long story) but was able to really dive in and concenrate, and got a lot done.

Always fun to watch you work on new things. Old tools almost always are better than new. The angle of the plane blade is critical. Also like files they should only be pressed in the direction so the material goes into the blade of file. Planes are pushed so the wood goes against the tip of the blade. Normal usage is to push the planer away from you. Normally the same for files. The exception is some wood rasps can cut both ways. If you see a shiny line when you at the tip of your plane blade or along the flat surface of a file it means they are dull. The plane blade can be reshaped, the file should be tossed. I like the detail you are doing as well as when you show the plans. You make your parents proud! Go to it Mark. Oh and any rust on a plane makes it ‘sticky’ when you use the plane. A few back strokes on the plane while going backward will dull the blade. Use a piece of wood with the correct sharpening angle for the blade.

Great job on the mast step base. The boat is looking much closer to the maiden voyage under sail. You continue to impress with the work you're doing. Thanks

Once you get the mast up it will look like a sailboat and not a platform on pontoons. Great work Mark, and a few new tools always helps morale.

That was some rain storm. Lots of planning, sorting, preparing and ordering for the mast set-up. Next are properly installing all your stays with backing plates. Then it's working on the mast, wiring, tracks, gages, lighting, clean-up. Return to double check all your beam mounting points. Great that you have started making shackles ahead of time. Did you lose anything in the storm? Cleanup and provisioning in preparation for your parents time on the boat. Chop, chop, plane, plane, sand, clean, seal and secure.

So luck the previous owner had the sails and was even bothered to bring them to you such a saving

Lovely video. I know I say this or something similar every time but I mean it. I'm living my dream.... vicariously....... through you. I'm so envious (in a good way). Can't wait to see the mast go up soon. Please, don't rush things, take your time and savour every moment. All my best wishes, Dave Swain, Midlands UK xx

Thanks. Fascinating to watch you grow in both skill, knowledge and confidence. Looking forward to river, then sea trials. Well done dude. John M ⚓️👍🇬🇧😎

Very well, the Bounty is almost ready to set sail. Good job💡

Your getting there Mark one step at a time, don't be discouraged, your doing fine! Love your channel. You've come a long long ways from when you first started working on boats with your Teki Catamaran, when you were with your ex.

Isn’t that something … creating those shackles, truly something how all that comes together. Thanks for sharing.

Great job, you are doing amazing with just a pair of hands. But jay, your parents are coming ❤

It's starting to really come together, good for you

Great job Get someone to fine tune the plan for you Also when you planed the wedges you were going against the grain. It can be done with a good sharp blade. BUT!!!! Plane the other way “with the grain” from the thick end to the thin edge of the wedge. This is with the grain. You will smash it if you work out this basic woodworking principle. 🎉 celebrate your success

That was actually an excellent shackle tutorial!

I love hand tools, there is a you tuber called Paul sellers and he was a cabinet maker for a long time but his videos on hand planes and how to set them and sharpen are the best out there. If you want to get better at woodwork he’s your man.

Hi Mark, your rope skills know no bounds, and once you master the Dyneema tricks, and it is rather easy, once the penny drops, you could move on to some rope climbing knots, that are very useful aboard a boat. Getting close Buddy. Kind Regards Bernie SW Wales UK

Well done again this week, it’s coming along now , 👍

AWSOM PROGRESS ! I realy think you need to also consider a confi dry stearing doger roof cabin were you could also fit a double bed for life at nigth in Storms ,a compas, a vhf ,and some gps / navigation stuff to be with you ..?!

This is great news. Been waiting, wanting to witness this. Very inspiring because it’s the result of steady work and patience. Thanks for this post. Good to see the sails. And they are unused, they look new. Great to see this.

😮top blog mark really enjoyed that always something different can't wait until next week

great to hear about the sails....that is a big expense avoided.... I'm feeling like your mom says a broken record...you really are smashing it...keep up the good meticulous work...cheers Mark

I love the opening shots - the skills you are gaining are something else. I found it even more relaxing when you climbed inside, shut the hatch and worked as the rain pattered away on the deck.

So exciting! I can't wait to see this baby sailing! You are doing a great job, keep plugging away my friend! You are my favorite channel on youtube!!!!!!!!!

Looking good sir. Just watch your plane work. Don't want to chip the surfaces

Wow. One step closer to Ocean Crossing.

A flexible shaft would be a really big help for you when drilling in those tight spaces